Cheese Blocker 1837 - Slicer Vollrath - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Cheese Blocker 1837 Vollrath

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Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath Counter Top Cooking Equipment. Before operating the unit, read and familiarize yourself with the following operating and safety instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Save the original box and packaging. Use this packaging to ship the unit if repairs are needed.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand their meaning. This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully.

WARNING

Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.

CAUTION

Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury or property damage if the caution is ignored.

NOTE

Note is used to notify people of installation, operation, or maintenance information that is important but not hazard-related.

For Your Safety!

These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow these precautions could result in injury to yourself and others.

To reduce risk of injury or damage to the unit:

■ Check unit before each use to insure the equipment is clean.
- Check for broken, blade/wire and if found, replace the blade/wire assembly.

FUNCTION AND PURPOSE

Intended for cutting cheese and other soft food products.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

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Figure 1. Features and Controls of the Cheese Blocker.

A CUTTING BOW ASSEMBLY. Rotates on the pivot pin and holds the cutting wire.
B HANDLE END CAP. Covers the end of the cutting bow.
© BASE ASSEMBLY. Supports the food product.
(D) FRONT PLATE. Supports the front edge of the food product.
E CUTTING WIRE. Cuts through the food product.
F EYE BOLT. Holds the front of the cutting wire.
G "L" BOLT. Holds the back of the cutting wire.
H WING NUT. Secures the bolts and cutting wire.
① THUMB SCREWS. Secures the front plate to the base assembly.

UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT AND INITIAL SETUP

Carefully remove packaging materials from the unit. When no longer needed, dispose of all packaging, materials in an environmentally responsible manner.

OPERATION

WARNING

Sharp Blade/Wire Hazard.

Blade/Wires are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid injury from sharp blades/wires, handle with caution.

Prior to first use, it is important to clean the unit. Wash new unit with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly to remove the thin protective oil film.

1. Place the unit on a clean, flat work surface.
2. Before each use, check that the unit is clean and the cutting wire (E) is in good condition. If loose or broken, the cutting wire must be replaced. See Figure 1.
3. Prepare the food product to be processed.
4. Lift the cutting bow assembly (A) and place the food product on base assembly (C) and against the front plate (D).
5. Using a slow, consistent movement draw the cutting wire (E) through the food product.
6. Repeat this process until you have prepared enough food product for your daily needs.
7. Clean and lubricate your machine immediately after each use. See the CLEANING section of this manual for more information.

CLEANING

WARNING

Sharp Blade/Wire Hazard.

Blades are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid injury from sharp blades, handle with caution.

To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your daily.

NOTE:

Food acids will make blades dull and corrode the metal. Always clean this food preparation machine immediately after every use.

1. Remove the thumb screws (I) and front plate (D) from the base assembly (C).
2. Wipe, rinse or spray off the base assembly (C), cutting bow assembly (A) and front plate (D) thoroughly with HOT water.
3. Do not put this machine in a dishwasher or dish machine with soaps, detergents, or other alkaline chemicals that can harm the machine.
4. After cleaning, let the machine air dry.
5. Install the front plate (D) and securing with the thumb screws (I).

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

1. Clean machine after every use.
2. Use for intended purposes only.
3. Change blade/wire regularly - based on usage.

REPLACING CUTTING WIRE ASSEMBLY

WARNING

Sharp Blade/Wire Hazard.

Blades are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid injury from sharp blades, handle with caution.

Wash new cutting wire with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly to remove the thin protective oil film.

1. Loosen the wing nuts (H) holding the eye bolt (F) and the "I" bolt (G). It is not necessary to remove the bolts or wing nuts to replace the cutting wire (E). See Figure 1.
2. Remove and discard the old cutting wire (E).
3. Place the loops of the new cutting wire (E) onto the eye bolt (F) and the "I" bolt (G).
4. Tighten the wing nuts (H) and the cutting wire (E).

REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

See Figure 1.

LETTER PART NO. DESCRIPTION
E 1838 Cutting Wire (package of 3)
F 1839 Eye Bolt (package of 4)
H 1840 Wing Nut (package of 6)
G 1841 "L" Bolt (package of 4)
Not Shown 1824 Brush

WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE VOLLRATH CO. L.L.C.

This warranty does not apply to products purchased for personal, family or household use, and The Vollrath Company LLC does not offer a written warranty to purchasers for such uses.

The Vollrath Company LLC warrants the products it manufactures or distributes against defects in materials and workmanship as specifically described in our full warranty statement. In all cases, the warranty runs from the date of the end user's original purchase date found on the receipt. Any damages from improper use, abuse, modification or damage resulting from improper packaging during return shipment for warranty repair will not be covered under warranty.

For complete warranty information, product registration and new product announcement, visit www.vollrath.com.

SERVICE AND REPAIR

Serviceable parts are available on Vollrath.com.

To avoid serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the unit or replace a damaged power cord yourself. Do not send units directly to The Vollrath Company LLC. Please contact Vollrath Technical Services for instructions.

When contacting Vollrath Technical Services, please be ready with the item number, model number (if applicable), serial number, and proof of purchase showing the date the unit was purchased.

Cheese Blocker™

1837

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A metal scale measuring a cylindrical food item, with a curved handle and control panel visible (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a device with labeled components A through I, showing connections between parts and a central connector.