4500 - Chopper WestBend - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Electric meat grinder
Brand	WestBend
Model	4500
Power supply	120 V AC, 60 Hz
Functions	On/Off, Reverse (REVERSE)
Included parts	Head, screw, cutting blade, fine grinding plate (3/16 inch), screw cap, food pusher, sausage tube, collar, grinder plate
Use	Meat grinding, sausage making
Capacity	For household use, meat cut into pieces that fit through the opening
Material	Aluminum parts (caution with bleach), plastic, metal
Cleaning	Parts washable in warm soapy water (except motor base), do not wash in dishwasher
Safety	Polarized plug, do not immerse in water, use food pusher, avoid contact with moving parts
Warranty	1 year limited (USA and Canada)
Estimated dimensions	30 x 20 x 20 cm
Estimated weight	3.5 kg
Optional accessories	Sausage casings (not included)
Maintenance	Lightly oil the screw, blade, and head after washing

Frequently Asked Questions - 4500 WestBend

How to assemble the grinder?

Place the head into the opening of the motor base, lock the button. Insert the screw (long end first), then the cutting blade (flat side inward), the grinding plate, and tighten the screw cap clockwise.

Can I wash the parts in the dishwasher?

No, it is not recommended to wash the parts in the dishwasher. Wash them in warm soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly.

What to do if the motor stops or the meat does not come out?

Use the REVERSE function to unclog. If that doesn't work, turn off the appliance, unplug it, disassemble and clean before continuing.

Can I grind bones or nuts?

No, avoid grinding hard items like bones or nuts. The grinder is designed for boneless meat.

How to use the reverse function?

Set the switch to REVERSE to reverse the rotation direction of the screw. Wait 5 to 6 seconds between setting changes to avoid damaging the motor.

How to prepare sausages with this appliance?

Grind the meat with the fine plate, mix in spices. Place the collar and sausage tube, secure the screw cap. Push the ground meat into sausage casings using the food pusher.

What is the required power voltage?

The appliance operates on a 120 volt AC outlet only.

How to clean the motor base?

Wipe the motor base with a damp cloth or sponge. For stubborn stains, use a mild non-abrasive detergent. Never immerse the base in water.

What to do if the power cord is damaged?

Do not use the appliance with a damaged cord or plug. Contact customer service for repairs (do not attempt to repair yourself).

Can I grind fresh ginger?

No, ginger and other hard fibrous materials can clog the machine. Use ground ginger in your recipes.

USER MANUAL 4500 WestBend

ELECTRIC MEAT GRINDER

Instruction Manual

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Important Safeguards 2

Before Using for the First Time .... 3

Using Your Electric Meat Grinder 4

Helpful Hints....5

Cleaning Your Electric Meat Grinder 5

Recipes 5

Warranty 6

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION

To prevent personal injury or property damage, read and follow all instructions and warnings.

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including:

• Read all instructions.
• Always unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. For service information see warranty page.

- The use of accessory attachments not recommended by Focus Electrics may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

- Do not use this appliance outdoors.

- Do not let cord hang over the edge of the table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.

- To disconnect, turn control to "OFF," then remove plug from wall outlet.

- Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

- To protect against electric shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other electric parts in water or other liquids.

- Do not attempt to repair this appliance yourself.

- A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.

- Longer extension cords are available, but care must be excersized in their use. While use of an extension cord is not recommended, if you must use one, ensure that the marked electrical rating of the extension cord is equal to or greater than that of the appliance. If the plug is of the grounded type, the extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord. To avoid pulling, tripping or entanglement, position the extension cord so that it does not hang over the edge of the counter, table or other area where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

- This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way.

- Do not use an outlet or extension cord if the plug fits loosely or if the outlet or extension cord feels hot.

- Avoid contact with moving parts.

- Never feed food by hand. Always use food pusher.

- Do not use fingers to scrape food away from discharge disc while appliance is operating. A cut type injury may result.

- For household use only.

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BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Please check all packaging material carefully before discarding. Many accessory parts are contained within the packaging material.

Before assembling your meat grinder wash all parts, except the motor base in warm, soapy water, rinse thoroughly and dry. To prolong the life of your meat grinder, do not wash parts in the dishwasher.

USING YOUR MEAT GRINDER

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Grinding Meat:

1. Place the head tightly into the motor base opening. Holding the head with one hand, place the locking knob in the hole on the side of the motor base and tighten by turning it clockwise.
2. Place the feed screw into the head; long end first, by turning the feed screw slightly until it is set into the motor base.

3. Place the cutting blade onto the feed screw shaft with the flat side facing in.

4. Place the desired cutting plate next to the sharp side of the cutting blade, fitting the tabs into the slots.

5. Screw the screw cap clockwise until tight. Do not over tighten.
6. Place the hopper plate on the head and fix into position. Cut all meats into pieces so that they fit easily into the hopper opening.
7. Plug the cord into a 120-volt, AC electrical outlet ONLY. Set the "ON/OFF" switch to the "ON" position.
8. Use the food pusher to feed foods into the hopper plate opening.
9. When all grinding has been completed, switch the appliance to "OFF" and unplug from the electrical outlet.
10. Clean as directed in the "Cleaning Your Meat Grinder" section of this manual.

Making Sausage:

Prepare the meat by grinding it through the 3/16 inch fine cutting plate and mixing the sausage ingredients until all the spices are evenly distributed.

1. Place the sausage tube collar over the desired size sausage tube. Hold the sausage tube with the collar against the cutting plate.
2. Slide the screw cap over the sausage tube and collar and screw into place.
3. With the motor running, use the food pusher to push the ground sausage meat into 28-30 mm hog casings, 22-24 mm lamb casings, a cloth bag, or a 3½ inch by 24 inch fibrous casing. If casings are not available, form the sausage by hand into the desired shape. Note: Sausage should not be allowed to remain at room temperature any longer than necessary. Place in a cooler as soon as possible. Sausage should be allowed to chill and dry in a 28-32°F (-2-0°C) cooler.

HELPFUL HINTS

Do not grind hard items such as bones or nuts.

Do not grind ginger or other materials with a hard fiber. For recipes calling for ginger, use ground ginger.

Do not apply excessive pressure or force while feeding food into the machine as jamming may occur. If the circuit breaker stops the motor, or if the motor continues to function but no meat comes out of the cutting plate, try reversing the motor. If unsuccessful, switch the appliance to “OFF” and clean the appliance before continuing.

Wait 5 or 6 seconds when switching between "ON," "OFF," and "REVERSE," or damage to the gears may occur.

CLEANING YOUR MEAT GRINDER

1. Set the "ON/OFF" switch to "OFF" and unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet.
2. Make sure the motor has stopped completely. Disassemble by following the assembly steps in reverse order. Note: To easily remove the cutting plate, place a knife or screwdriver between the cutting plate and head.
3. Remove all food from the appliance.
4. Carefully wash all parts, except the motor base in warm, soapy water, rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not wash any parts in the dishwasher.
5. Wipe the motor base with a damp cloth or sponge. To remove stubborn spots, use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser.

Note:

• Do not use any bleaching solution containing chlorine as it will discolor the aluminum surfaces.
• Apply a small amount of vegetable oil to the feed screw, cutting blade, and head after washing and drying.

This appliance has no user serviceable parts.

RECIPES

PORK SAUSAGE

10 lbs. Pork butts

1 tsp. Ginger

5 tbsp. Salt

1 tbsp. Nutmeg

1 tbsp. Ground white pepper

2 tsp. Thyme

2 tbsp. Rubbed sage

1 pt. Ice water

ONION SAUSAGE

10 lbs. Pork butts

1 tbsp. Coarse black pepper

3½ oz. Salt

1 tbsp. Ground marjoram

12 oz. Powdered dextrose

1 pt. Ice water

2 oz. Finely chopped onions

ITALIAN SAUSAGE

10 lbs. Pork butts

3 tsp. Crushed hot peppers

5 tbsp. Salt

1 tsp. Caraway seeds

1 tbsp. Cracked fennel seed

1 tbsp. Coriander

2 tsp. Coarse black pepper

1 pt. Ice water

2 tsp. Sugar

PRODUCT WARRANTY

Appliance 1 Year Limited Warranty

Focus Electrics, LLC (“Focus Electrics”) warrants this appliance from failures in the material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of original purchase with proof of purchase, provided the appliance is operated and maintained in conformity with the provided Instruction Manual. Any failed part of the appliance will be repaired or replaced without charge at Focus Electrics’ discretion. This warranty applies to indoor household use only.

This warranty does not cover any damage, including discoloration, to any non-stick surface of the appliance. This warranty is null and void, as determined solely by Focus Electrics if the appliance is damaged through accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, scratching, or if the appliance is altered in any way.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, PERFORMANCE, OR OTHERWISE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL FOCUS ELECTRICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, FORSEEABLE, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS APPLIANCE.

If you think the appliance has failed or requires service within its warranty period, please contact the Focus Electrics Customer Service Department at [phone], or e-mail us at [e-mail]. A receipt proving the original purchase date will be required for all warranty claims, hand written receipts are not accepted. You may also be required to return the appliance for inspection and evaluation. Return shipping costs are not refundable. Focus Electrics is not responsible for returns lost in transit.

Valid only in USA and Canada

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts, if available, may be ordered directly from Focus Electrics, LLC several ways. Order online at www.focuselectrics.com, e-mail [e-mail], over the phone by calling [phone], or by writing to:

Focus Electrics, LLC

Attn: Customer Service

P. O. Box 2780

West Bend, WI 53095

To order with a check or money order, please first contact Customer Service for an order total. Mail your payment along with a letter stating the model or catalog number of your appliance, which can be found on the bottom or back of the appliance, a description of the part or parts you are ordering, and the quantity you would like. Your check should be made payable to Focus Electrics, LLC.

Your state/province's sales tax and a shipping fee will be added to your total charge. Please allow two weeks for processing and delivery.

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Date purchased or received as gift:

Where purchased and price, if known:

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P. O. Box 2780

West Bend, WI 53095

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Molienda de Carne:

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Attn: Customer Service

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West Bend, WI 53095