AS 11 M - Slicer TEAM - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric slicer
Brand	TEAM
Model	AS 11 M
Usage	Domestic
Blades supplied	2 (smooth blade and serrated blade for bread)
Cutting thickness adjustment	Yes, via the adjustment knob
Thumb guard	Yes, integrated into the carriage
Carriage	Yes, with handle and stainless steel tray
Guide	Yes, removable
Blade locking mechanism	Yes, requires a coin
Switch	Yes, with indicator light
Supply voltage	220-240 V ~
Frequency	50/60 Hz
Power	150 W
Carriage tray material	Stainless steel
Recommended foods	Cheeses, boneless meats, bread, cold cuts
Prohibited foods	Frozen, with bones, pits, packaging
Maximum continuous use time	Variable (see rating plate, e.g. 10 min)
Mandatory operating break	At least 10 minutes
Cleaning	Unplug, do not immerse, clean with a soft cloth
Safety	Blade is very sharp – use the carriage and guide, do not touch the blade
Environmental protection	Compliant with WEEE directive (2002/96/EC)

Frequently Asked Questions - AS 11 M TEAM

How to change the blade of the Team AS 11 M slicer?

Turn off and unplug the appliance. Turn the locking mechanism (4) located in the middle of the blade with a coin to remove it. To install the new blade, proceed in reverse. Be extremely careful, the blade is very sharp.

How to adjust the cutting thickness?

Use the adjustment knob (6) located on the side of the appliance. Turn it to adjust the desired slice thickness.

Can I cut frozen foods with this slicer?

No, it is strictly forbidden to cut frozen foods. This could damage the blade and the motor.

How to clean the Team AS 11 M slicer?

Make sure the switch is set to 0 and unplug the appliance. Clean the exterior with a soft cloth or paper towel. The carriage can be tilted for easy cleaning, but never immerse the appliance in water or put it in the dishwasher.

Why does my slicer stop during use?

The appliance may stop if you exceed the maximum continuous use time (indicated on the rating plate, e.g. 10 minutes). Let it cool down for at least 10 minutes before using it again.

What types of foods can I cut with this slicer?

This slicer is designed to cut foods such as cheeses, boneless meats, bread, and cold cuts. Do not use foods with bones, pits, or frozen foods.

Is it safe to use the slicer without the carriage?

No, you must always use the carriage with its support plate to guide the food. Unless the food is too large, in that case hold it firmly as far away from the blade as possible. The carriage protects your hands.

What to do if the blade stops turning?

Check that the appliance is properly plugged in and the switch is set to 1. If the blade still does not turn, let the appliance cool down (maybe overheating). If the problem persists, contact qualified service.

Do I need to use the guide when cutting?

Yes, the guide (2) is designed to hold the food and keep your hands away from the blade. It is highly recommended to use it unless the food is too large.

What is the maximum continuous use time?

The exact duration is indicated on the rating plate (often noted 'KB xx min'). In general, do not exceed 10 minutes of continuous use, then let the appliance cool down for at least 10 minutes.

USER MANUAL AS 11 M TEAM

1. Thumb guard
2. Pusher
3. Blade
4. Blade locking device
5. Platform
6. Slices thickness regulation
7. On/off switch
8. Bread blade

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Please read these instructions carefully before using the appliance.

Important: People (including children) who are not able to use the appliance in a safe way, due to their physical, sensorial or mental capacity or their lack of experience or knowledge, must never use the appliance except if they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or if they previously received instructions concerning the safe use of the appliance. Close supervision is necessary to prevent children from using the appliance as a toy.

Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on the appliance.

Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.

From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage but have it checked and repaired by a competent qualified service!. Should the cord be damaged, it must be replaced by a competent qualified service (^*)

Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and in the way indicated in these instructions.

Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for any reason whatsoever. Never place it into the dishwasher.

Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.

Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power supply.

Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry environment.

Never use accessories which are not recommended by the producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and risk to damage the appliance.

Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the cord cannot get caught in any way. Do not wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it.

Make sure the appliance is set on a flat surface.

Unplug the appliance when not in use.

Only use this slicer for cooking applications. Only cut articles such as cheese, (boned) meat, bread and preparations. Never cut frozen food with this slicer.

Never cut food only by using your hands. Always use the slide and its food guide unless it is impossible because of the size and dimension of the article. Make sure never to touch the knife.

This kind of appliance cannot function continuously, it is not a professional type of appliance. It is necessary to make temporary stops. Check the section « Important information » in the instruction manual.

The blade of this appliance is extremely sharp, always be very careful when cleaning the appliance.

It is absolutely necessary to keep this appliance clean at all times as it comes into direct contact with food.

Make sure the appliance is unplugged when disassembling it before cleaning or other.

Never touch the blade when the appliance is in use. Furthermore, never try to stop the movement of the blade in any way whatsoever.

Competent qualified electrician : after sales department of the producer or importer or any person who is qualified, approved and competent to perform this kind of repairs in order to avoid all danger. In any case you should return the appliance to this electrician.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This appliance is not for professional use. You should follow the requested breaks. Failure to follow this instruction carefully may result in damage to the motor. Please refer to the rating label for the maximum continuous usage time (KB xx min where xx is the maximum usage time). The breaks should last at least 10 minutes.

USING THE SLICER

For a safe use, your appliance is fitted with a complete device (platform (5) with a thumb guard (1) and pusher (2)) which allows to protect your hands by giving an exceptional use comfort.

The platform allows to make to and fro motions along the blade to cut the slices. Use the handle to move it.

The pusher allows you to hold the food in position when slicing by holding your hand far from the blade. Therefore it is recommended to always use it except if the food is too large and in this case keep it as far as possible from the blade.

• Clean all parts of the appliance before the first use.
  Make sure the appliance is steady and add the pusher (2) on the platform (5).
• Plug in the appliance. The slicer is now ready for use.
• Place a plate or a dish below the blade to collect the slices.
  Free the platform from the blade and lay the food to be sliced on its stainless steel plate.
• Push the food against the mobile side of the appliance with the pusher (2) and select the slicing thickness by turning the adjusting knob (6).
• Place the switch (7) to the position I. The blade will start rotating and the pilot light of the switch goes on.
• Push the platform to bring the food to the blade (3). Therefore use the handle of the platform and keep the pressure on the mobile side of the appliance thanks to the pusher.
• If it becomes difficult to slice the food (important braking of the blade), move back a little bit and start the operation again by approaching the blade slowly.
  To avoid food sticking to the appliance and to improve the slicing, you can moisten or oil the blade with a wet towel beforehand.
• Do not slice meat with bones, food with large seeds, rolled roast without removing the string, wrappers (i.e. aluminium foil), frozen food or any hard, inedible food parts.

CLEANING

• The switch has to be in "0" position and the appliance has to be unplugged from the power supply before cleaning the appliance
• Wipe the inside and outside of the appliance with a paper towel or a soft cloth. It should not be washed in a dishwasher (the platform tips to make the cleaning easier).
• Do not clean the inside or outside with any abrasive scouring pad or steel wool as this will damage the finish.
• Do not immerse in water or any other liquid.
• Dry all parts well before storage.

CHANGING BLADE

Your appliance is complete with 2 different blades. Use the indented one to cut bread and the other one for ham, cheese, etc.

• Switch off the appliance and unplug it from the power socket.
  To remove the blade, turn the locking device (4) located in the middle on the blade with a coin for example.
  To fit the blade you want to use into place, proceed inversely.
• Be very careful during this operation as the blades are very sharp.
• When the blade is detached, make sure that no water penetrates in the appliance and never try to switch on the appliance. You might get injured by the moving parts of the motor (e.g. fingers stuck)!
• Caution! Handle the blades with care, otherwise you might get injured as they are very sharp.

PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT-DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC

In order to preserve our environment and protect human health, the waste electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed of in accordance with specific rules with the

implication of both suppliers and users. For this reason, as indicated by the symbol the rating label or on the packaging, your appliance should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. The user has the right to bring it to a municipal collection point performing waste recovery by means of reuse, recycling or use for other applications in accordance with the directive.

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