OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL SMA12L SLICER INTRODUCTION The Model SMA12L Slicer is designed for counter top use. It slices boneless products such as ham, poultry, beef and cheese to desired thickness. IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING THE SLICER. It is important to read this manual thoroughly before using the slicer. This will help you obtain the full benefits of the quality, convenience and safety built into this product.
SAFETY RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION. This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Follow the recommended precautions and safe operating practices. UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS. Signal words (DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION) appear with the safety-alert symbol in this manual and on safety labels on the machine to identify the level of hazard seriousness.
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY UNPACKING The slicer comes fully assembled and ready for use; however, inspect the shipping carton and its contents for shipping damage. If you detect shipping damage to any of the contents of the carton, notify your carrier. Remove the packing materials and take out the loose components (oil bottle, brush, etc.), before removing the slicer from the carton.
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CLEANING (continued) Clean the back of the knife with hot, soapy water and a clean cloth by wiping outward from the center. Re-install the knife wiper, positioning it as close to the knife as possible (the wiper should not touch the knife). Replace and tighten the thumbscrews clockwise.
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CLEANING (continued) KNIFE SHARPENER REMOVAL WARNING: Use protective cut-resistant gloves when removing or reassembling the knife sharpener. Remove the knife sharpener by lifting it straight up and rotating it 90° clockwise. Continue lifting straight up and out of mounting bracket. KNIFE COVER REMOVAL WARNING: Use protective cut-resistant gloves when removing or reassembling the knife cover.
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CLEANING (continued) REASSEMBLY Knife Cover 1. Re-install the knife cover by positioning it in the center of the knife hub, rotating it slightly back and forth until it nests over blade. Note: The grooves on the front of the knife cover should be horizontal, as on the regulator plate.
OPERATION Clean and sanitize the slicer before using the first time, after each use, and before slicing different types of food products. Follow company, local, and state health/sanitation codes. CAUTION: Do not cut products that contain bone or frozen product. Plug the power cord into a grounded three-prong outlet.
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OPERATION DANGER: Do not feed food by hand. Always use the foodpusher. • DANGER: Keep your hands away from the back of the cutting of the knife. 7. Holding the platform handle with your right hand, move the platform forward to complete the slice, and back until the product clears the cutting edge of the knife.
LUBRICATION To ensure continued smooth operation of sliding parts, use the oil supplied in the accessory box or a light non-toxic mineral oil. 1. Apply 2-3 drops of oil to the foodpusher shaft after each cleaning. 2. Apply 2-3 drops of oil to the knife cover rod threads after each cleaning. MAINTENANCE SHARPENING THE KNIFE CAUTION: Always use protective cut-resistant gloves when...
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MAINTENANCE (continued) 4. Slide the knife sharpener down with the knife between the sharpening and deburring stones. 5. Plug in the machine and set the power switch to ON. (I) 6. Sharpening stone will be engaged. Run for 5 seconds, NOTE: Sharpening stone must rotate during sharpening operation.
MAINTENANCE (continued) 8. Set the power switch to OFF and unplug the slicer. 9. Remove the sharpener by raising, rotating counter-clockwise 90° and continue raising. Clean both sharpening and deburring stones with the wire brush. 10. Remove the knife cover, clean the knife, and re-install the cover, as described in the Cleaning Section.
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CAPACITOR: 20mf, 450V 08-SM-1282 SCREW: HXHD 6 MA X 25 SS CAPACITOR : 10mf, 450V 23-SM-6178 REGULATOR PLATE 08-SM-1102 WASHER: FLAT 6MM General Slicing/Red Goat Disposers •1152 Park Avenue • P.O. Box 428 • Murfreesboro, TN 37133-0428 • (615) 893-4820...
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PIVOT ARM ASSY 08-SM-1055 WASHER: FLAT 6MM 08-SM-6220 KEY: PIVOT ARM 05-SM-6148 CONTROL BOX: SMA12L 08-SM-6221 WASHER: SLIP 14MM X 23MM X 0.3MM General Slicing/Red Goat Disposers • 1152 Park Avenue • P.O. Box 428 • Murfreesboro, TN 37133-0428 • (615) 893-4820...
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