403 - Mincer Hobart - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Hobart
Model	403
Appliance type	Meat tenderizer with star knife rollers
Main use	Tenderize and bind boneless meat pieces
Cutting options	Rollers for wide (9.5 mm) or narrow (4.8 mm) julienne cuts optional
Power supply	According to nameplate (cord with plug provided)
Main materials	Stainless steel (food contact components)
Safety	Transparent protective cover and motor housing with locking; power-on indicator light; automatic stop if opened
Operation	Insert meat from top, collect under the machine
Routine maintenance	Clean after each use or change of meat; disassemble rollers, combs and cover for washing with soapy water
Lubrication	Annual check of gear casing oil level via dipstick; maintenance-free motor
Knife cleaning	Use provided cleaning fork to remove particles without running the machine
Knife sharpening	Not necessary in normal use; contact Hobart service if needed
Spare parts	Knife rollers, combs, coupling shaft seals, protective cover
Repairability	Contact Hobart maintenance service for repairs and blade replacement
Warranty	Not specified in manual; refer to seller

Frequently Asked Questions - 403 Hobart

What types of meat can be tenderized with the Hobart 403?

The machine is designed to tenderize a variety of boneless meat products. Avoid bones and other hard objects.

How to start the machine?

Make sure the transparent protective cover and motor housing are in place. Activate the switch; the indicator light turns on. The machine starts automatically after closing.

What to do if the indicator light stays on without the motor running?

The light indicates the machine is powered on. Check that the protective cover and motor housing are correctly positioned; they must be engaged for the motor to start.

How to clean the knife rollers?

Unplug the machine. Remove the cover, unlock the handles and take out the roller assembly. Separate the handles and remove the combs. Wash the parts with warm soapy water. Use the cleaning fork to remove particles between the knives without starting the machine.

Can you cut vegetables or cheeses with this tenderizer?

Yes, with the optional julienne cut rollers, you can cut foods like meats and cheeses into strips.

What is the maximum thickness of meat slices?

Large slices must have a thickness less than 3/4 in (19 mm).

How to lubricate the tenderizer?

The gear casing requires an annual check of the lubricant level using the oil dipstick. If the level is insufficient, contact Hobart service. The motor requires no lubrication.

What to do if a blade is bent or broken?

Do not start the machine. Contact the local Hobart maintenance service for straightening or replacement of blades.

Where to find the nameplate?

The nameplate is on the machine (exact location not specified in the manual). Check the specifications before plugging in.

Can I use a pressure washer to clean the machine?

No, wipe the rest of the machine with a damp cloth. Do not use a pressure washer or immerse the motor.

USER MANUAL 403 Hobart

FORM 37023 Rev A. (August 2024)

Installation, Operation and Care of MODEL 403 TENDERIZER

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GENERAL

The model 403 Tenderizer is designed to tenderize a variety of meat products. The tenderizer consists of a set of roller units which contain knives that knit together and tenderize pieces of meat as they pass through the blades. Optional Wide ^3/8 " or Narrow ^3/16 " Julienne Knife Lift-out units are available. They are used to cut food products, such as meats and cheeses, into strips.

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING

Immediately after unpacking, check for possible shipping damage. If the tenderizer is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 5 days of delivery.

Remove machine from the shipping carton and place in the operating location. Remove transparent guard (4, Fig. 1), lift off motor housing (3, Fig. 1) and remove screw (1, Fig. 2) that plugs the vent hole (see label taped to machine). Insert dip stick (taped to machine) in vent hole. Replace housing and guard.

A cord with plug is furnished as standard equipment.

Before making electrical connections, check the specifications on the machine data plate to ensure they agree with those of your electrical service.

HOBART PL-21702

Fig. 1

This machine must be cleaned after installation and before being put into service. Refer to MAINTENANCE for instructions.

SAFETY

Safety devices incorporated in this machine MUST be in correct operating position anytime this machine is in service. Both the transparent guard and the motor housing must be in place. The pilot light (2, Fig. 1) will remain on when either the transparent guard or motor housing is removed and the switch is on. Motor will start when the guard and housing have been replaced. DO NOT defeat any of the safety features.

OPERATION

Turn the switch (1, Fig. 1) to ON. The pilot light (2, Fig. 1) will illuminate indicating power is supplied to the machine.

To tenderize meats, simply drop cuts into the top of transparent guard and receive them at the bottom.

Only boneless meats should be used. Choice or tender cuts should be run through several times at different angles. Less tender cuts should be run through several more times at different angles to increase tenderness. Pull out excess sinews to improve tenderness.

Various combinations of different meat types may be blended together. This is accomplished by running the meat types through separately to tenderize, then together creating a firmly knit cut. Large slices should be under 34 " thick.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING Unplug machine power cord before beginning any maintenance procedure.

CLEANING

Machine should be thoroughly cleaned after each daily use or when changing meat types.

Remove the transparent guard. Release hanger lock (4, Fig. 2) and remove the lift-out unit as shown in Fig. 3.

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Fig. 2 Fig. 3

Industrial machine with a control panel and roller, no visible text or symbols on the main components

Separate the front and rear hanger assemblies of the lift-out unit (3, Fig. 2) and remove the strippers (5, Fig. 2) by raising each and sliding out of hanger

WARNING Knives are sharp. Exercise extreme caution when handling knives.

Immerse the transparent guard and strippers (and when used, the optional Julienne Knife Lift-out units) in a mild soap and warm water solution. Use the cleaning fork (supplied) to remove any food particles from between the knives on each hanger assembly. DO NOT attempt to use the cleaning fork with machine running. Immerse the hanger assemblies in the warm soapy water and scrub them with a soft bristle brush. Rinse all components.

Wipe remainder of machine with a clean wet cloth.

All components can be sanitized using an iodophor (iodine-based) sanitizer solution.

NOTE: Prior to reassembly, inspect for bent or broken blades. If a bone or other hard object is run through the tenderizer, it may cause one or more of the blades to bend or break. If this occurs, DO NOT operate machine until blade(s) has been straightened or replaced.

Reassembly machine.

Occasionally remove, clean and replace the stub shaft seals (2, Fig. 2). Also, remove the motor housing and wipe motor area periodically.

LUBRICATION

Gear Case

Use the dipstick in the vent hole to check lubricant level annually. If lubricant level is not between the lines on dipstick, contact the local Hobart Service Office.

Motor

The motor is totally enclosed and requires no lubrication.

KNIVES

Knives do not need to be razor-sharp. However, if knives need to be sharpened or replaced, contact the local Hobart Service Office.

ATTENDRISSEUR - MODÈLE 403

ML-38763

403

M_O D E

Industrial machine with control panel and mounting base (no visible text or symbols)

D'EMPLOI

HOBART

701 S. RIDGE AVENUE

TROY, OHIO 45373

937 332-3000

www.hobartcorp.com

Exterior view of a modern office building (no signage)