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REMOTE PUMP The BIRO VTS-43 VACUUM TUMBLER is a versatile machine used for vacuum tumbling all types of meats. The BIRO VTS-43 will produce equally impressive results with beef, pork, poul- try and fish. The unit is both easy to clean and maintain as well as sanitary in design and construction. The entire machine is built to give many years of trouble free service while providing a unique line of marinated products for your customers.
Manual. Warnings related to your personal safety are indicated by: Warnings related to possible damage to the equipment are indicated by: BIRO also has provided warning labels on the equipment. If any warning label or Manual becomes misplaced, damaged, or illegible, please contact your nearest Distributor or BIRO directly for a replacement.
Machine BEFORE Attempting to Unjam or Unclog, Cleaning or Servicing. NEVER Leave Machine Unattended While Operating. PROMPTLY REPLACE Any Worn or Illegible Warning Labels. USE ONLY BIRO Parts and Accessories Properly Installed. NEVER Use The Motor Cover Plate for Preparing the Product.
OPERATION ROTATING DRUM TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY ONLY Properly Trained Personnel Should Use This Equipment. ALWAYS Keep Hands Clear of the Rotating Drum and Other Moving Parts. DO NOT Tamper With, Bypass, Alter, or Modify This Equipment in Any Way From Its Original Condition. ALWAYS Turn Off, Unplug From Power Source and Perform Lockout/Tagout Procedure to This Machine BEFORE Cleaning, Servicing, or When Not In Use.
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8. When vacuum gauge does indicate that a vacuum is being pulled, allow to continue running until gauge reads between 15 and 20 inches Hg. NEVER EXCEED 20 Hg. 9. Close valve handle on drum lid, Perpendicular to valve body. Turn vacuum pump to “OFF” position and unplug from power source.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PULLING A VACUUM The following guidelines should be followed when using BIRO vacuum tumblers. Due to the nature of the manufacturing processes by which these drums and lids are made, there are slight differences in the diameter of the drum opening, and the diameter of the lid. These differences are normal, and have no impact on the performance of your tumbler.
Lock washer, 5/16, SS Driving shaft VT402 VT642S Motor, 1/25 HP, 115-60-1, 17.7 RPM. 90:1 Driven shaft VT408 VT648S Flange bearing Label, VTS-43 control panel VT411 VT740S Set collar O-ring VT412 VTS7154 Rivet chain before serial. no. 43411 Oval handle...
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VTS-43 IMPORTANT: Always Advise Model & Serial Number When Ordering Parts Item No. Description VT418 Vacuum pump w/ toggle, 110-60-1 VT422 Vacuum gauge VT435 Coupler, ¼ MPT VT436 Tee, ¼ x ¼ x ¼ FPT, brass VT437 Hose, 5’ with ¼ MPT crimped ends VT447S Hex nipple, ¼...
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ITEM No. VTS7121 INLET FILTER DRAINING INSTRUCTIONS AIR FLOW ITEM No. VTS7121-E FILTER ELEMENT KIT OPERATION & SERVICE BOWL 1. Check filter daily. 2. Both free moisture and solids are removed automatically by the filter. There are no moving parts. TO DRAIN 3.
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VT418 VT479S VACUUM PUMP ASSEMBLY NO. VT611S SERVICE REPAIR KIT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Do not at any time lubricate any of the parts with oil, grease, or petroleum products nor clean with acids, caustics or chlorinated solvents. Be very careful to keep the diaphram from contacting any petroleum product or hydro carbons. It can affect the service life of the pump.
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OLD STYLE EXTERNAL VACUUM PUMPS Exploded Product View, Parts, and Ordering Information REF. DESCRIPTIONS DOL-101-AA COVER VTS-AF808 HEAD GASKET VTS-AF820 FILTER/MUFFLER ELEMENT VTS-AF713 FILTER ELEMENT VTS-AT712A HEAD VTS-AF804 VALVE SCREW VTS-BB317 VALVE LIMITER VTS-AF856 LEAF VALVE VTS-AF817 VALVE RETAINER VTS-AF819A RETAINER PLATE VTS-AF809 DIAPHRAGM VACUUM- RED...
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NEW STYLE EXTERNAL VACUUM PUMPS Exploded Product View, Parts, and Ordering Information DOA-V722-AA DOA-V502-BN REF. DESCRIPTIONS DOL-701-AA HEAD VTS-AP500 HEAD O-RING VTS-AP513 FILTER/MUFFLER ELEMENT VTS-AT712A VALVE LIMITER VTS-AP110 LEAF VALVE VTS-AF817 VALVE PLATE VTS-AP504 VALVE RETAINER VTS-AF819A VALVE SCREW VTS-BB330A RETAINER PLATE VTS-AF809 DIAPHRAGM-VACUUM...
NEVER Bypass, Alter, or Modify This Equipment in Any Way From Its Original Condition. PROMPTLY REPLACE Any Worn or Illegible Warning Labels. USE ONLY BIRO Parts and Accessories Properly Installed. A. PUMP FILTER 1. Check filter daily. Filter must be drained before the seperated moisture and oil reaches the bottom of the lower filter element.
“Rusty” Stains, as will Chlorine Bleach and Similar Products if Allowed to Stand in or on the Machine for Any Length of Time. CLEANING THE BIRO VACUUM TUMBLER: 1. Turn “OFF”, unplug machine from power source, and perform lockout/tagout procedures.
OPERATOR’S SIGNATURE PAGE WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE SIGNING BELOW MY SIGNATURE ATTESTS THAT I HAVE COMPLETELY READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL. I REALIZE THAT THIS MACHINE, IF OPERATED CARELESSLY, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO MYSELF AND OTHERS. NAME (PRINT) SIGNATURE SUPERVISOR’S...
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