987 - Food processor Zelmer - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Food processor with mincing, juicing, shredding, grinding, and citrus juicing functions
Brand	Zelmer
Model	987
Color	White and grey (typical)
Material	Plastic housing, metal cutting parts
Duty Cycle	15 minutes continuous operation, then 30 minutes break
Noise Level	77 dB(A)
Safety Features	Double insulation (Class II), mechanical clutch safeguard, reverse function, lock button
Mincing Unit	Includes scroll, double-side cutter, screens (2.7mm, 4mm, 8mm), ring nut, tray, pusher
Additional Accessories	Base plate, sausage filler nozzle, citrus juicer, shredder discs (fine, coarse, slicing, pureeing), quern grinder, juicer
Shredder Discs	Fine grating, coarse grating, slicing, pureeing
Juicer Function	Squeezes juice from berries, grapes, tomatoes; includes worm, screen, adjusting screw
Citrus Juicer	Attaches to motor, squeezes citrus fruits
Quern Grinder	Grinds grains, coffee, nuts, spices; adjustable coarseness
Cleaning	Plastic parts dishwasher safe (max 60°C); metal parts hand wash only; do not wash motor unit in water
Maintenance	Grease screens and cutter with cooking oil to prevent rust; replace damaged clutch if overloaded
Power Cord Storage	Compartment at back for cord and plug
Reverse Function	Temporarily reverses scroll direction to clear blockages
Compatibility	All ZELMER mincing units, citrus juicers, juicers, coffee grinders, and shredders fit this motor

Frequently Asked Questions - 987 Zelmer

How do I assemble the mincer unit?

Insert the scroll with the clutch facing inside, fit the knife onto the scroll pin, place the screen over the knife (aligning the protrusion with the groove), then tighten with the ring nut. Finally, attach the assembled unit to the motor and turn until it clicks.

What should I do if the mincer becomes blocked?

Press the reverse switch (marked 'R') briefly to clear the blockage. If that doesn't work, press reverse again, remove the product from the mincer body, and check for sinews or bones. In some cases, you may need to dismantle the mincer body.

How long can I use the appliance continuously?

The maximum continuous operation time is 15 minutes. After that, let the appliance cool down for at least 30 minutes before using it again.

Can I wash the metal parts in the dishwasher?

No, metal parts should be washed by hand in hot soapy water. Dishwasher detergents can cause discoloration. However, plastic parts (without graphics) are dishwasher safe up to 60°C.

How do I use the citrus juicer attachment?

Attach the bowl to the motor, then place the screen and squeezer on top. Cut the fruit in half, place it on the squeezer with the pulp facing down, and push to start squeezing. Be careful of your fingers as the unit spins.

What types of screens are available for mincing?

The mincer comes with screens having openings of 2.7 mm, 4 mm, and 8 mm. The 4 mm screen is installed as standard. Screens can be stored in the compartment at the back of the motor.

How do I use the quern grinder?

Fill the pan with grain, set the handle to coarse grinding, turn on the motor, and adjust the burr regulator to achieve desired fineness. Turn clockwise for finer grind, counterclockwise for coarser. Do not use the reverse function with the grinder attached.

What should I do if the clutch breaks?

The mincer has a mechanical safeguard: if overloaded, the clutch teeth break. To replace, unscrew the M5x20 screw from the scroll, remove the damaged clutch, attach a new clutch, and tighten the screw.

Can I grind poppy seeds?

Do not grind dry poppy seeds. They must be scalded and soaked for several hours before mincing. Otherwise, they may damage the appliance.

How do I store the power cord?

After use, unplug the appliance and gently push the cord through the opening into the compartment at the back. Place the plug inside the compartment and close the lid.

USER MANUAL 987 Zelmer

Congratulations on your choice of our appliance, and welcome among the users of Zelmer products.

In order to achieve best possible results we recommend using exclusively original Zelmer accessories. They have been specially designed for this product.

Please read this user manual carefully. Pay special attention to important safety instructions. Keep this user manual for future reference.

Safety instructions and instructions concerning the proper use of the appliance

Before starting to use the appliance, become familiar with the whole content of this user manual.

Make sure that you understand the instructions given below.

Danger! / Warning! Risk of injury

Do not operate the appliance when the power cord is damaged or the housing shows visible damage.
the non-detachable power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer or at specialist service centre or by a qualified person in order to avoid any hazards.
The appliance may only be repaired by qualified service personnel. Improper servicing may cause a serious hazard to the user. In case of defects contact ZELMER specialist service centre.
Take special care when operating the appliance in the presence of children.
Turn off and unplug the appliance before replacing accessories or approaching its movable parts.
Always unplug the appliance before cleaning.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with impaired physical, sensory or mental abilities, or those with lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction how to use the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
● prevent children from playing with the appliance.
The appliance must only be used with the feeder tray.

Warning! Risk of property damage

Do not disconnect the plug from the socket by pulling the power cord.
always plug the appliance to the mains (AC only) with voltage corresponding to that indicated on the rating plate.
Do not expose the appliance to temperatures above 60°C. The appliance can be damaged.
use the pusher only when pushing the food. Using objects other than the pusher may cause damage to the mincer and the motor.
Do not overload the appliance with too much product or by pushing too hard with the pusher.
Carefully assemble the mincer unit, as the improper assembly results in poor mincing quality and may cause the knife and the screen to blunt. Replace the blunt cutter or screen with the new ones.
Do not obstruct the ventilation openings in the housing during operation.
Do not place the appliance on a soft surface.
Do not immerse the appliance drive unit in water and do not wash it under running water.
Do not wash accessories when mounted on the drive unit. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents such as emulsions, creams, pastes, etc. for cleaning the appliance housing. They may remove graphical symbols, such as scales, markings, warning signs, etc.

Information on the product and hints on its use

nplug the appliance after you finish using it. Put away the cord, pushing it gently through the opening and place the plug in the compartment.
the appliance cannot be switched on, bring it to a service centre.
Separate the meat to be minced from bones, sinews, gristles and veins.
- Out large portions of the product into smaller pieces before mincing.
Do not grind dry poppy seed. The poppy seed must be scalded and soaked for dozen or so hours before mincing.
Use a soft brush for cleaning the metal parts.
Do not wash the metal parts in dishwashers. Abrasive detergents used in dishwashers may cause the metal parts to become dark. Wash them manually using traditional washing-up liquids.

TYPES OF ZELMER MINCERS

Typ 987	Accessories
	Mincing unit Citrus juicer Shredder		Juicer	Quern grinder
987.80	●	●	●	●	●
987.82	●	○	○	●	○
987.83	●	●	●	●	○
987.84	●	○	●	○	○
987.85	●	●	○	●	○
987.86	●	●	●	○	○
987.87	●	●	○	○	○
987.88	●	○	○	○	○
987.88MMSL	Mincing unit with a metal tray	-	○	-	-
987.84MMSL			●
● - basic accessories, ○ - additional equipment, which you can buy in shops, - unavailable accessories

The manual and the description concerning the pasta and pastry set is additionally included to mincers equipped with this set.

Technical parameters

The technical parameters are indicated on the rating label. Permissible duration of uninterrupted operation 15 minutes. Break before the next use 30 minutes.

Noise level ( L_WA ) 77 dB/A.

The appliance features double electrical insulation (Class II) and does not require grounding ☐

ZELMER mincers fulfill the requirements of the existing norms.

The appliance is in conformity with the requirements of the directives:

Low voltage appliance (LVD) - 2006/95/EC. -

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - 2004/108/EC.

The appliance was marked by the CE sign on the rating label.

Description

The food mincer consists of:

1 Mincer motor – each motor is adapted to install each ZELMER mincing unit, citrus juicer, juicer, coffee grinder and shredder.

1a On/Off button

1b „Reverse“ switch

1c Lock button

The mincer unit consists of:

2 Mincer body
3 Scroll with clutch
4 Double-side cutter
5 Mincer screen with 4 mm openings
6 Ring nut
7 Tray

8 Pusher

And additional accessories:

9 Base plate
10 Sausage filler nozzle
11 Mincer screen with 8 mm openings
12 Mincer screen with 2,7 mm openings

Mechanical safety device for the motor

13 Scroll
14 Clutch
15 Screw M5x20

The mincer is equipped with a mechanical safeguard, which protects the motor against damage – the teeth in the clutch break when the mincer is overloaded (e.g. when bones get inside).

Replace the damaged clutch:

• twist off the screw (15) from the scroll with the damaged clutch,
• remove the damaged clutch (14),
• Attach the new clutch and tighten it with the screw (15).

"Reverse" function

The motor has a special function allowing to temporarily change the direction of the scroll. It is used if mincing is limited and/or if there is too much product in the mincer body (the scroll does not take the product). Press the „R” switch for a short period of time, the product will be removed from the inside of the mincer body. Press the „I” button once again to continue operation.

If the scroll is still blocked by the excess of product, use the „R” switch once again, remove the product from the mincer

body and next remove product parts which make it difficult to mince (e.g. sinews, etc.).

In some cases it is necessary to dismantle the mincer body and remove the above-mentioned obstacles.

Working with the mincer unit

Insert the following parts into the mincer body (2):

① Insert the scroll (3) with the coupling facing inside.
② Fit the knife (4) onto the pin of the scroll (3).
③ Place the screen (e.g. 5) over the knife so that the protrusion in the mincer body will fit into the groove in the circumference of the screen.
④ Tightly fit all the elements of the mincer unit.
⑤ Fit the assembled mincer unit onto the drive unit (1) and turn it until you hear a click of the lock. It means that the body has been properly installed.
⑥ Place the tray (7) on the mincer body (2).

Preparing the appliance for operation and switching on the appliance

Take out a sufficient length of the supply cord and the appropriate accessories from the compartment.

① Place the motor (1) near the socket, on a hard, stable surface. Do not cover the ventilation openings of the housing.

Open the compartment on the back of the housing and take out an appropriate screen (Fig. ①).

A screen with 4 mm openings is installed in the mincer body as a standard.

Wash all accessories thoroughly before the initial use.

Assemble the appropriate accessories and install them on the motor.

② Plug in the appliance.

③ Switch on the appliance using the „I” switch (1a) (the appliance starts to operate after about 2 seconds).

Operation with the sausage filler nozzle

Insert the following parts into the mincer body (2):

① Insert the scroll (3) with the coupling facing inside.
② Fit the insert (9) onto the pin of the scroll (3).
③ Fit the sausage stuffing tube (10).
④ Tightly fit all the elements with the threaded ring (6).
⑤ Fit the assembled mincer unit onto the drive unit (1) and turn it until you hear a click of the lock.
⑥ Place the tray (7) on the mincer body (2).
Soak the casing for about 10 minutes before fitting.
Fit the wet casing on the sausage filler nozzle.

Make sure the not to block the ventilation openings on the nozzle.

meat cannot be „too thin”. A large liquid content may cause its leakage to the inside of the mincer.

Juicer

The juice squeezer is an equipment included to some types of mincers. It allows to squeeze juice from fruits such as: raspberries, currants, strawberries, gooseberry and additionally from grapes and tomatoes. Berry fruits such as currants can be squeezed with stalks. Fruits with large stones for example plums, cherries etc can be squeezed in the appliance after removing the stones.

Appliance elements:

1 Chamber
2 Worm
3 Body
4 Nut
5 Juice channel
6 Adjusting screw
7 Bowl (from the mincer unit)
8 Pusher (from the mincer unit)

9 Screen - 2 pieces

No. 1 – smaller openings

No. 2 – larger openings

10 Large sealing ring for the body (3)
11 Small sealing ring for the worm (2)
12 Hook
13 Brush

Use only the pusher to push fruits (8).

① Make sure that the sealing rings (10) and (11) are fitted onto the body (3) and the worm (2). If not, insert them into the sealing grooves in these elements (the body and the worm).
② Insert the screen (9) into the body (3) and press firmly home.

In order to remove the sieve (9) out of the body (3), it is helpful to use the hook (12). Put the shorter end of the hook (12) into the hole of the sieve (9), and pull the sieve (9) outside.

③ Insert the worm (2) into the chamber (1).
④ Insert the body with the screen onto the worm making sure that the sieve faces downwards, and the positioning slot fits into the protrusion in the chamber.
⑤ Screw on the nut (4) to attach the body to the chamber (1).
⑥ Screw the adjusting screw (6) into the body (3).

⑦ Slide the juice channel (5) over the adjusting screw until it snaps on the body (3) – “click”.
⑧ Attach the assembled juicer to the drive unit in the same way as the mincer body.
⑨ Insert the bowl (7) and the pusher (8) – from the mincer unit – onto the feeding tube.
⑩ Place the appropriate dishes for the juice and pomace under the outlet of the juice channel (5) and the adjusting screw (6).
⑪ Plug in the appliance.
⑫ Turn the appliance on by means of the switch button (1a), and then feed the fruit, pushing with the pusher.

order for the juice squeezing process to run properly do not screw the adjustment screw too deeply in the initial operation phase. After assessing the amount of juice in the processed fruits, adjust the screw in order to obtain an adequate effectiveness and to avoid clogging the appliance.

Observe the pomace dryness during squeezing. If it is too dry, unscrew the adjusting screw (6), to avoid clogging the appliance with the pomace.

screw adjustment depends on the type of processed fruits, in case of juicy and ripe fruits adjust the screw deeper, and for fruits that are not as juicy, the level of screw adjustment should be lower.

If the screw adjustment does not provide an adequate squeezing effectiveness, you can process the pomace once again.

clogging of the chamber outlet (in the adjustment screw (6)) with the pomace of juicy fruits can cause the flooding of the drive unit.

nplug the appliance if the chamber outlet becomes clogged. Pay special attention on the juice squeezing process, make sure the screen openings are not clogged. Disconnect the juicer from the drive unit (as in the case of the mincer body), dismantle the juicer, clean (wash) the juicer elements. Use the included brush to clean the appliance, especially the screen.

Shredder

1 Fine grating disc
2 Coarse grating disc
3 Slicing disc
4 Pureeing disc
5 Locking tab
6 Body
7 Tray
8 Pusher

B

The shredder is equipped with two grating discs for fine (1) and coarse (2) grates (cheese, carrot, celery, cooked beetroots etc.). The slicing disc (3) is used to slice vegetables (potatoes, cucumbers, onions, etc.). The purée disc (4) is used to purée potatoes, beetroots, fruits, etc.

WORKING WITH THE SHREDDER

① Pull the locking tab (5) and place one of the discs with the clutch facing the inside of the body.
② Snap the tab shut (5).
③ Assemble the shredder body (6) in the same way as the mincer body.

Out larger products into pieces.
Do not grind soft fruits with hard stones.
- switch off and unplug the appliance after operation.
Remove the remaining products from the inside of the disc or body using a wooden spoon.

blades of the discs do to require renovation.

Quern grinder

1 Nut
2 Quern regulator
3 Body with handle
4 Internal quern
5 External quern
6 Worm
7 Grinder chamber
8 Pan
9 The groove of the body has to hit the protrusion of the grind chamber

DEVICE DESCRIPTION

Presented device can be used to grinding such products as: corns, oily seeds and the dry comestibles.

The quern grinder enables grinding of such products as: wheat, oat, rice, granular coffee, all-spice, charlock, walnuts, hazelnuts dried mushrooms, almonds, soya. linseed, buckwheat groats, peeled sunflower seeds etc.

Don't grind the oily products by the minimal granulation set up. Grinding device can be glued or blocked.

ce is not dedicated for grinding the very hard products as f. e. dried pea, maize, popcorn.

THE INSTALLATION OF THE GRINDER ON THE DEVICE

① When the grinder chamber is turned right through the angle of 45, put the assembled grinder on the drive by putting the protrusions of grinder chamber (VII) on the recesses of

the drive, and then, turn left to the position in which you will hear "clicking" of the blocking. It means that the grinder has been assembled correctly.

USAGE AND REGULATION OF THE GRINDER M

Before the first use, wash (see "CLEANING") and dry a disassembled grinder, and then grind around 50 grams of product (f. e. corns) - set-up the grinding option of the device with the medium comminute. The grinded product is not fit to use cause it's polluted and its necessary throw it away.

mal time of uninterrupted work is around 15 minutes. This condition is connected with maximal work time of machine, for which it should be done the 45 minutes of pause after 15 minutes of operation.

The devices cannot operate without loading. Each time before staring the device, fill it up with product.

② Fill the pan (8) with grain.
③ Set the body handle (3) to coarse grinding.
④ Turn on the mincer motor.
⑤ The ground product will pour out through the opening.
⑥ Depending on the desired grinding level or the type of grain, adjust the burr regulator (2) with the body handle in order to obtain the product with the adequate granulation level. By turning it clockwise you will obtain a finer ground product, by turning it counter-clockwise – coarser ground product.

The finest (minimum) grinding level is achieved by setting the handle to line 1, and the coarsest (maximum) grinding level by setting it to the STOP line. See the graphic on the body (3) and burr regulator (2).

attempting to twist or turn the handle beyond the STOP line during the operation you can damage the device.

recommended to set the quern regulator during the grinder work time between the line 1 and STOP line.

ORBIDDEN to use the REVERSE function in the machine when the grinder is installed.

ember about the accurate washing the grinder before grinding of the different products. It will permit to avoid the mutual penetration of odors.

the soft corns as oat or linseed it's necessary to select the coast-grained set up.

not look into the grinding chamber during operation, as the beans which pop out sometimes, can hurt you (i.e. your eye).

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

The grinder does not require the cleaning after each operation (if it's grinded one kind of product), cause the worm prevents falling the seeds residues into grinder. Dry the steel quern (4, 5) using a soft cloth after cleaning to prevent corrosion. In case of long-term storage, conserve the quern by greasing them (you can use edible oil). Do not immerse the quern into boiling water. The part of plastic (don't containing the graphic) can be washed in the dishwasher (max. of 60°C).

Citrus juicer

The citrus juicer is an additional appliance, which enables to squeeze juice from citrus fruits together with the pulp.

Construction of the appliance:

1 Clutch

2 Bowl

3 Screen

4 Squeezer

USING THE APPLIANCE

① Open the lid of the compartment on the back of the housing, which enables to operate the appliance in a vertical position. Place the appliance on a hard, even surface.
② Slide the coupling onto the drive.
③ Fix the bowl to the motor and turn left until you hear a click. It means that the bowl has been properly installed.
④ Attach the screen and the squeezer to the protruding part of the bowl.
● Prepare the fruits by cutting them into halves.
- Plug in the appliance.
⑤ Switch on the appliance using the „I” switch (1a) and place the fruit on the squeezer with the pulp facing the squeezer.
⑥ Push to start the squeezing process.

se the sieve is blocked with the pulp of extracted fruit, it is necessary to switch off the appliance, disassemble the sieve and empty it, as the excess of the pulp can cause leakage to the motor chamber of the appliance.

The citrus juicer spins during operation. Pay special attention to your fingers while pushing the fruits on the squeezer.

After operation

- Switch off and unplug the appliance.

① Remove the pusher and take out the tray from the mincer body, the shredder body or the juicer body (in case of the citrus juicer separately remove the squeezer and screen).
② Press the lock button, turn the mincing unit, the shredder body (or the citrus juicer bowl) to the right and remove it.

case of the citrus juicer take out the clutch from the motor.

③ Dismantle the elements of the mincing unit, the body with the sausage filler nozzle, the juicer body or the shredder.

Store the clean and dry screens in the compartment. In order to do so:

④ Open the compartment on the back of the housing.

- Dress the compartment lock on both sides and pull (as shown earlier).

⑤ Store up to two screens and close the compartment and the back lid.

⑥ Put away the cord, pushing it gently through the opening.

Place the plug in the compartment.

Cleaning and maintenance

Wipe the motor with a damp cloth with dishwashing liquid.

√ash plastic elements in warm soapy water or in the dishwasher according to the denotations.

Wash metal elements in hot soapy water.

Dry all elements thoroughly.

- Grease the screens and cutter with cooking oil to protect from rusting.

assemble dry elements of the mincer body or the shredder.

Ecology – Environment protection

Each user can protect the natural environment. It is neither difficult nor expensive.

In order to do it: put the cardboard packing into recycling paper container; put the polyethylene (PE) bags into container for plastic.

When worn out, dispose the appliance to particular disposal centre, because of the dangerous elements of this appliance, which can be hazardous for natural environment.

Do not dispose into the domestic waste disposal!!!

The manufacturer does not accept any liability for any damages resulting from unintended use or inappropriate handling.

The manufacturer reserves his rights for modifying the product any time in order to adjust it to law regulations, norms, directives, or due to construction, trade aesthetic or other reasons, without notifying it in advance.

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