Berkel RED LINE Series, RED LINE 220 / 250 / 300 Manual

DESCRIPTION

Circular blade professional slicer machine suitable for cutting only the food products of the types and within the dimensional limits indicated in this manual. The main parts of the machine are shown in the general component diagram reported in Fig. 1. Electrical diagrams are reported in Fig. 2.

GENERAL PLAN OF THE MACHINE (Fig. 1)

1. Start button (white)
2. Stop button (red)
3. Identification plate, technical informations
4. Foot
5. Thickness adjustment knob
6. Thickness gauge plate
7. Safety guards
8. Meat table
9. Product press holder
10. Blade
11. Safety ring (blade guard)
12. Sharpener
13. Blade cover knob
14. Slice guard
15. Baseplate
16. Plate support
17. Product holder
18. Blade guard disk
19. Power cable

ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM (Fig. 2)

INSTALLATION OF THE MACHINE

Install the machine on a flat, smooth and dry surface suitable for supporting the weight of the machine itself plus the products to be sliced.

Verify that there are no obstacles to the meat table travel and to the loading of products.

The machine must be installed in the immediate vicinity of an EEC standard outlet connected to an electrical supply system which is in conformity with the prevailing regulations for:

• magneto-thermic protection;
• automatic differential switch;
• earthing system.

Before carrying out electrical hook up verify that the characteristics of the electrical power supply is in accordance with those indicated on the machine information plate.

OPERATION

Risk of injury from sharp blade!
Check that the thickness adjustment knob (5) is in the safety position (on the 0 position) (Fig. A).

1. Pull the meat table (8) all the way back (towards the operator) in the loading position (Fig. L);
   
2. lift the product holder (17) into the standby position;
3. place the product to be sliced on the meat table near the operator side wall. Block it with the product holder applying slight pressure;
4. adjust the slice thickness. Activate the blade (10) by pressing the start button. Grip the product holder handle (9) and start an alternative cutting motion;
5. at the end of the cutting operations return the thickness adjustment knob to the safety position and pull the meat table back. Stop the blade motion by pressing the stop button (2).

CLEANING

Before using, clean the machine at least once a day - or more often if necessary - and always after a long period of inactivity.

Risk of electric shock! Before cleaning, disconnect the plug from the electrical mains socket and place the thickness adjustment knob in the safety position.

Risk of injury from sharp blade!
Check that the thickness adjustment knob (5) is in the safety position (on the 0 position) (Fig. A).

Products for cleaning

Use only water and biodegradable mild detergent, using a soft, spongy cloth and a semi-rigid nylon brush for the sharp areas of the plate and the product holder. Do not clean the machine with jets of water or steam or similar methods.

Dismantling

• the meat table (only for the machine equipped with the meat table removable mechanism):
  1. with the thickness adjustment knob in the safety position, pull back the carriage all the way until the travel limit toward the operator;
  2. use the meat table release lever, keeping the support at the travel limit in order to free the meat table from its support. To correctly carry out the operation it may be necessary to act simultaneously also on the thickness adjustment knob, rotating it slightly with respect to the safety position;
  3. extract the product holder unit sliding the meat table from its support (Fig. B);
     
• the blade cover:
  1. rotate the blade cover 90° counter clock-wise using the special knob;
  2. a spring facilitates the extraction of the blade cover (Fig. C);
     
• the slice deflector:
  remove the slice deflector following the direction shown in the figure (Fig. D);
  
• the sharpener:
  remove the complete sharp unit pulling it upward (Fig. E).
  

Risk of injury from sharp blade! For the cleaning operations of the sharp areas of the plates, the product holder and the blade, use of protective gloves is also recommended.

Cleaning

• the blade: press a damp cloth on the surface of the blade and move it slowly from the center toward the outside on the blade cover side and the opposite side (Fig. F). In the same way dry, it using a dry cloth. NEVER turn on the machine while cleaning the blade;
  
• the safety ring: use a soft brush to clean the area between the blade and the safety ring. Be careful NOT to put your hands close to the blade;
• the machine body: use a damp cloth or a sponge, rinsing water. Dry carefully.

Reassembling

• the sharpener:
  insert the sharpener unit as shown in the figure (Fig. G) until it comes to a stop in the correct position;
  
• the slice deflector:
  position the slice deflector in its seat (Fig. H);
  
• the blade cover:
  reassemble the blade cover and rotate it 90° clockwise until it locks into its initial position (Fig. I);
  
• the meat table (only for the machine equipped with the meat table removable mechanism):
  insert the meat table on the carriage, verify that the securing lever returns to the initial position, verify that the carriage slides freely and check the correct operation of the thickness adjustment knob.

MAINTENANCE

Blade Sharpening

Frequency and duration of sharpening depend on the use of the equipment.

If the machine is equipped with its specific optional sharpener, follow the instructions. Otherwise, contact the manufacturer or to one of the Authorized Service Centers (see SERVICE).

For sharpening, follow the instructions:

1. position the thickness adjustment knob in the safety position (Fig. A);
2. pull the meat table all the way back (Fig. L);
3. raise the sharpener (Fig. M), and rotate it to position it in the sharpening configuration (Fig. N);
   
4. release the sharpener;
5. activate the blade by pressing the start button;
6. carry out sharpening of the blade pressing sharpening spring button for 10-15 seconds (Fig. O - 1);
   
7. release the above-mentioned button;
8. pull and hold the finishing spring button for 2-3 seconds (Fig. O - 2);
9. release the button;
10. stop the blade motion by pressing the stop button;
11. raise the sharpener and rotate it to its original position;
12. release it until it stops;
13. proceed with cleaning the slicer.

Lubrication

After a regular period of use, it may be necessary to lubricate the carriage guides (Fig. P). We recommend executing this operation every 3 months. For lubrication, only use acid free oil (we recommend Vaseline oil). Do not use vegetable oil.

SERVICE

In the event service is needed, you may return your food slicer to the manufacturer or to one of the Authorized Service Centers. For information about service centers please contact us at: service@berkelinternational.com.

The blade replacement is mandatory if distance between the edge of the blade and the internal edge of the guard exceeds 6 mm.

TROUBLESHOOTING

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: As we actually strive to improve our products, specifications are necessarily subject to change without notice.

SAFETY

Pay attention to the following basic safety precautions:

• read all the instructions before using the machine;
• this product is not intended to be used by children;
• operate the machine only if properly trained and in perfect psycho-physical conditions.
• do not use the machine in any way other than what indicated in this manual;
• use the machines only in full structural, mechanical and system efficiency;
• install the machine in conformity to the instructions indicated in the "Installation" section;
• install the machine in a location out of the reach of personnel unauthorized to operate it and especially out of the reach of minors;
• stay highly concentrated when using the machine and avoid any distraction during use;
• do not allow the machine to be used by others who have not read and fully understood the content of this manual;
• do not wear baggy clothing or clothing with open sleeves;
• do not allow anyone else, other than the operator, to approach during product cutting operations;
• do not remove, cover or modify the tags located on the machine body and, in case of damage of these, replace them promptly;
• do not remove the transparent guards and do not modify or bypass any mechanical and electrical protective devices;
• slice only the permitted products, do not attempt cuts on prohibited type products;
• always keep clean and dry the sliced product resting surface, the work area all around the machine and the operator floor area;
• do not use the machine as a resting surface and do not place any objects on it other than food used for cutting operations;
• do not use the slicer when, due to normal wear, the distance between the edge of the blade and the blade guard ring exceeds 6 mm. In this case, contact the manufacturer or to one of the Authorized Service Centers to change the blade;
• do not use the machine with temporary or non-insulated cables, power strips or extension cords;
• periodically check the condition of the power supply cord on the machine body. When necessary, have qualified personnel replacing it.
• immediately stop the machine in the event of a defect, abnormal operation, suspicion of breakdown, incorrect movement, unusual noises;
• before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, disconnect the machine from the electrical supply;
• use protective gloves for cleaning and maintenance operations;
• place and remove the goods to be sliced on the sliding plate only with the carriage completely pulled back and with the thickness adjustment knob placed in the safety position (on the 0 position) (Fig. A);
• for movement of the meat table during cutting operations use only the handle located on the arm or the product presser grip;
• never put your hands on the food product while slicing. Always keep your hands behind the protection devices and far from the blade;
• use of cutting accessories which were not provided by the manufacturer with the machine is prohibited.

The manufacturer declines any responsibility coming from inappropriate use, modifications and/or repairs carried out by the user or unauthorized personnel, use of replacement parts that are not original or not specific for the machine model.

The machine shall not be used in open areas and/or areas which are exposed to atmospheric agents and in environments with vapors, fumes or corrosive and/or abrasive powders, with risk of fire or explosion and in any case where the use of antiexplosive components is required.

Operating conditions:

• Temperature from -5°C to +40°C
• Max. humidity 95%

DO NOT SLICE:

• frozen food products;
• food products with bones;
• any other product not intended for food use.

Motor may overheat! After a maximum 15 minutes of continuous use, switch OFF the machine and allow to cool down.

RESIDUAL RISKS
The safety ring around the blade is made in conformity to European standards EN 1974:1998 +A1 but, in order to allow the sharpening operations, the protection in the sharpening area may not entirely eliminate the risk of cutting.

During the blade cleaning and sharpening operations, pay extra attention to keep your hands as far as possible from the unprotected area. Use of protective gloves is recommended.

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