Using The Machine; Safety Instructions; Dough Preparation; Extrusion - Univex UPASTA Operating And Maintenance Manual

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6 - Using the machine

6.1 - Safety instructions

WARNING!
Only authorised personnel may intervene on the machine.
Before using the machine, the operator must ensure that all guards are in place
and that the safety devices are present and working efficiently.
If this is not the case, switch the machine off and contact the maintenance
supervisor.
Always make sure that the flour and egg ratio is always 1 kg of flour to 400 g of
eggs.
Prepare the machine by fitting the desired pasta extruder, screw and blade before
starting.

6.2 - Dough preparation

1. Add the flour mix into the mixing bowl
2. Close the top lid and fit the distribution funnel on the lid
3. Start the machine in kneading mode by positioning the selector switch to
position "1" FWD (Fig. 3.1.1)
4. Start pouring the beaten egg into the distributor funnel VERY SLOWLY.
5. After you have finished pouring the egg, wait for the dough to be ready (approx.
15 minutes)
6. Turn the machine off

6.3 - Extrusion

N.B: To switch from kneading mode to extruding mode, switch the machine off,
change the mode selection and turn the machine back on.
1. Check that the desired pasta extruder is positioned inside the ring nut.
2. Start the machine in extruding mode by positioning the selector switch to
position "2" REV (Fig. 3.1.1).
3. The screw feeder will apply pressure to the pasta. As soon as the pasta reaches
the right pressure, it will start being drawn.
4. Take the pasta leaving the die and cut it with a knife to the desired length.
5. Switch the machine off after emptying the tank.
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