MB3-8STD - Slicer Berkel - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Bread Slicer (Model MB)
Overall Dimensions	Height: 18 9/16" (471 mm), Width: 24 1/2" (622 mm), Depth: 27" (686 mm)
Net Weight	210 lbs (95 kg)
Shipping Weight	240 lbs (109 kg)
Motor	1/3 hp, 115 V, 60 Hz, 6.2 Amp
Blade Material	Special heat-treated alloy carbon steel
Slice Thickness Options	3/8" (9 mm), 7/16" (11 mm), 1/2" (13 mm), or 3/4" (19 mm)
Maximum Loaf Length	15 1/2" (394 mm)
Cycle Time	Approximately 8 seconds per loaf
Electrical Connection	8' cord with three-pronged grounding plug
Safety Features	Automatic shut-off at end of cycle and if not level; safety guard on power switch
Control Type	Toggle ON/OFF switch with pilot light
Lubrication	Four oil cups on front; fill weekly with USDA authorized Berkel oil
Bagging Device	Front mounted stainless steel bagging trough
Scrap Pan	Removable, front access
Leveling	Adjustable right front foot
Intended Products	Bread, dough products, onions, mushrooms
Not Suitable For	Meats, cheeses, non-food products
Cleaning	Wipe crumbs, clean scrap pan, spray with USDA approved sanitizer; use Berkel Food Machine Oil on outer frame
Optional Equipment	Chrome onion blades, matching stand (with/without castors), 4" extension legs

Frequently Asked Questions - MB3-8STD Berkel

How do I safely load and slice bread?

First, turn the ON/OFF switch to ON and raise the cutting frame assembly using the front handle until it locks. Place the loaf on the bread rack under the exposed blades. Lift the operating handle on the right side to start the reciprocating blades. The cutting frame will drop in about 8 seconds. Keep hands away from blades. After slicing, wait for blades to stop, then squeeze the loaf ends and lift to the bagging trough.

What products can be sliced with this machine?

The MB Bread Slicer is designed for bread or dough products, onions, and mushrooms. Do NOT slice meats, cheeses, or non-food items.

How do I clean the bread slicer?

Turn off and unplug the machine. Wipe bread crumbs from the loading area, blade area, and bagging trough. Remove and clean the scrap pan. Wipe the outer frame with a soft cloth moistened with Berkel Food Machine Oil. Spray with an USDA approved sanitizer (Berkel part 4975-00400).

What type of oil should I use for lubrication?

Only use USDA authorized oil such as Berkel Food Machine Oil. It is available in 2 oz, 16 oz, and 1 gallon containers. Fill the four oil cups on the front weekly, or more often if needed, by rotating the sleeves clockwise to expose the cups.

What should I do if the slicer is not cutting properly?

Check that the bread rack is free of foreign material. If blades are dull or broken, contact your Designated Berkel Service Location for replacement. If the cutting frame drops too fast or slow, also contact service.

Why won't the slicer start?

Verify the pilot light is on (indicates power). Ensure the power cord is fully plugged into a working outlet and the master switch is ON. Lift the operating lever fully. Check the circuit breaker/fuse. If still not working, call a Berkel service location.

How do I replace the blades?

Blade replacement should be performed by a Designated Berkel Service Location. Do not attempt to replace blades yourself due to the risk of injury.

What safety features does this slicer have?

The slicer has automatic shut-off at the end of the cutting cycle and if the unit is not level. It also includes a safety guard on the ON/OFF switch. Always keep hands away from moving blades.

Can I slice hot or soft bread?

Yes. For hot or soft textured breads, slow down the downward motion of the cutting frame by holding the front handle until the blades cut through the crust. This prevents squashing the loaf.

Where can I find replacement parts or service?

Contact your Designated Berkel Service Location or the Service Support Center at Berkel Company: 4406 Technology Drive, South Bend, IN 46628, phone [phone].

USER MANUAL MB3-8STD Berkel

The Choice of Experience

OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL

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MODEL MB BREAD SLICER

NOTICIA IMPORTANTE

This manual contains Important Safety Instructions which must be strictly followed when using this equipment.

BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT

Berkel's slicers are designed to slice bread and other food products safely and efficiently. However, unless the operator is properly trained and supervised, there is the possibility of a serious injury. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that this slicer is used properly and safely, strictly following the instructions contained in this manual and any requirements of local law.

No one should use or service this slicer without proper training and supervision. All operators should be thoroughly familiar with the procedures contained in this manual. Even so, Berkel cannot anticipate every circumstance or environment in which its slicers will be used. You, the owner and operator, must remain alert to the hazards posed by the function of a slicer—particularly the sharp reciprocating blades. No one under 18 years of age should operate this equipment. If you are uncertain about a particular task, ask your supervisor.

This manual contains a number of safe practices in the General Safety Instruction Section. Additional warnings are placed throughout this manual. WARNINGS RELATED TO YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY ARE INDICATED BY:

WARNING

If any warning label, wall chart or manual becomes misplaced, damaged or illegible, please contact your nearest distributor or Berkel directly, for a free replacement.

Remember, however, THIS MANUAL OR THE WARNING LABELS DO NOT REPLACE THE NEED TO BE ALERT AND TO USE YOUR COMMON SENSE WHEN USING THIS SLICER.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

General Safety Instructions 2-3

Equipment Identification 4

Intended Uses and Safety Characteristics.... 5

Unpacking and Installation 5

Operation 6

Cleaning and Sanitizing....7

Maintenance....7

Troubleshooting 8

Repair Parts/Repair Service 8

Specifications....9

Optional Equipment....9

Warranty 10

Berkel Company • World's Leading Manufacturer of Slicers and Food Processing Equipment

BERKEL COMPANY

4406 Technology Drive · South Bend, Indiana 46628-9700

574/232-8222·Fax [phone]

[phone]

PELIGRO

CUCHILLA FILOSA

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to avoid serious personal injury follow all the instructions in this manual and

1. NEVER touch this machine without training and authorization by your supervisor.
2. ALWAYS turn off and unplug this machine before cleaning or servicing.

3. ALWAYS use the handle provided to lift the cutting frame assembly and ensure the cutting frame assembly is in its raised and locked position before loading.

4. ALWAYS keep hands away from the cutting assembly area.

5. ALWAYS keep hands, arms, hair and loose clothing clear of all moving parts.

6. SHOULD MACHINE JAM, turn off and unplug before removing obstruction.

7. Make sure all hardware is tight and in place before starting this machine.

8. Machine must be on solid, level surface.

9. ALWAYS use three pronged plug provided.

10. SHOULD any warning label on a machine come off or become unreadable contact the manufacturer or your designated Berkel service location for a free replacement.

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EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION

INTENDED USES AND SAFETY CHARACTERISTICS

INTENDED USES

The model MB Bread Slicer is designed for cutting the following types of products:

•Bread or dough products
•Onions
- Mushrooms

The following types of items are NOT suitable for slicing on the Model MB Bread slicer:

•Non-food products
•Meats
•Cheeses

SAFETY CHARACTERISTICS

Automatic shut off at the end of the cutting cycle.

Automatic shut off if the slicer is not level.

UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION

WARNING

The slicer is very heavy. To prevent personal injury, never attempt to lift or move the slicer by yourself.

Always use a lift truck or get the assistance of another individual.

Note: Immediately after unpacking, check the slicer for shipping damage. If the equipment is found to be damaged, save everything! Notify the carrier within 15 days of delivery.

1. Carefully remove the cardboard carton from around the slicer.
2. Get assistance from another individual and place the slicer in a solid, level location that is free of any obstructions.

3. If the slicer is to be mounted to the optional stand, there are four threaded holes next to the legs. Route 3/8-16 x 1¾ bolts through the stand top and screw into the base of the slicer.

4. The front, right foot is adjustable to aid in leveling the slicer.

WARNING

To eliminate a potential shock hazard, a properly grounded outlet using the three-pronged plug provided must power this unit. Before plugging the bread slicer in, check your outlet voltage to be sure it complies with the voltage specified on the serial number plate on the bread slicer.

Note: The model and serial number plate is located on the right side of the bread slicer near the master power switch.

OPERATION

LOADING THE LOAF

1. Plug the slicer in. The pilot light will illuminate.
2. Turn the ON/OFF switch (the toggle switch on the lower right hand side of the bread slicer) to the "ON" position.
3. Use the handle (positioned on the front of the bread slicer) to raise the cutting frame assembly until it locks in a fixed, raised position and the bread rack pivots forward to its lowered position.

WARNING

The slicer blades are now exposed. Use extreme caution around the blades.

1. Place the loaf of bread to be sliced on the bread rack under the raised cutting frame assembly.

SLICING THE LOAF

1. Lift the operating handle. The operating handle is located on the right hand side of the bread slicer. A sticker on the slicer indicates the direction to move the handle.

WARNING

To prevent the possibility of serious cuts, keep your hands away from the cutting frame assembly.

1. The bread slicer is now "ON" and the blades are making a reciprocating motion.
2. The cutting frame assembly will slowly drop to its lowered position; it will take about 8 (eight) seconds to completely slice through the bread.
3. The bread slicer will automatically turn "OFF" when the cutting frame assembly has reached its bottom position.

Note: When cutting hot or soft textured breads, slow down the downward motion of the cutting frame assembly by holding onto the front handle until the blades have cut through the crust.

Removing the Loaf

1. Wait until the blades have stopped moving.

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1. Place your right and left hands against the respective ends of the sliced loaf.
2. Gently squeeze and lift the loaf off the rack and place it on the bagging trough at the front of the bread slicer
3. Slide the bag over the sliced loaf.
4. Push the bread and bag off the trough and set it aside.
5. Continue to slice using the same procedure as just described.

WARNING

To prevent the possibility of serious cuts, be sure to always return the master switch to the “OFF position when not using the bread slicer.

CLEANING AND SANITIZING

WARNING

To prevent the possibility of serious cuts, do not lift the cutting assembly while cleaning the slicer.

1. Turn the master power switch "OFF" and unplug the slicer from the wall outlet.

2. Wipe the bread crumbs from the following areas:

3. Loading area

4. Blade area

5. Bagging trough

6. Once the above areas have been cleaned, remove and clean the scrap pan.

7. Clean the outer frame daily with a soft cloth moistened with Berkel Food Machine Oil.
8. Spray the slicer with sanitizing solution. Berkel recommends using USDA approved sanitizer, Berkel part number 4975-00400.

MAINTENANCE

This machines greatest enemy is friction.

There are four oil cups located on the front of the bread slicer. Rotate the four outer sleeves clockwise such that the openings are pointed up. This will expose the oil cups. These should be filled

weekly, but possibly sooner if needed, to maintain lubrication. Once oil has been put in the cups, close them by turning clockwise.

WARNING

To prevent product contamination, only use USDA authorized oil. Note: USDA authorized Berkel oil is available in 2 ounce (4675-00182), 16 ounce (4675-00183), and 1 gallon (4675-00184) containers.

TROUBLESHOOTING

ELECTRICAL FAILURE

1. Is the pilot light illuminated?

2. Is the power cord completely plugged into the wall outlet?

3. Check the power cord for cuts or breaks.

4. Are you getting electricity from the wall outlet? Check by plugging in another piece of equipment with the same electrical requirements. Also, check the circuit breaker or fuse.

5. Is the master power switch in the "ON" position?

6. Have you lifted the operating lever as far as possible?

BREAD NOT CUTTING PROPERLY

1. Is the bread rack clear of all foreign material?
2. Are the blades dull or broken? If so, have the blades replaced by your local Designated Berkel Service Location.
3. Does it appear as though the blade rack assembly is falling too fast or slow for the product you are slicing? If so, contact your nearest local Designated Berkel Service Location.

MOTOR RUNS BUT NO BLADE MOVEMENT

1. Broken drive belt. Have the drive belt replaced or adjusted by your local Designated Berkel Service Location.

If the correction of any of the above conditions does not result in a functional bread slicer, call your Designated Berkel Service Location.

REPAIR PARTS/REPAIR SERVICE

Please contact your Designated Berkel Service Location for any repair parts and/or repair service required on your Berkel grinder. Additional information may be obtained from:

Service Support Center

Berkel Company

4406 Technology Drive

South Bend, Indiana 46628-9700

574/232-8222·[phone]·Fax [phone]

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SPECIFICATIONS

CAPACITY

Loaves up to 15 12 ” (394 mm) length. Cycle time is approximately 8 seconds per loaf.

WEIGHT

Net 210 lbs. (95 kg)

Shipping 240 lbs. (109 kg)

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Height 18 9/16" (471 mm)

Width 24 12 " (622 mm)

Depth 27" (686 mm)

SLICE THICKNESS

Either 3/8" (9 mm), 7/16" (11 mm), 12 " (13 mm) or 34 " (19 mm) are available

BLADES Special heat-treated alloy carbon steel

BAGGING DEVICE

Convenient front mounted, stainless steel bagging trough

SCRAP PAN

Removable, easy front access location

LEVELING Adjustable right front foot

ELECTRICAL

Motor 1/3 hp, 115 volt, 60 cycle, 6.2 amp

Switch Toggle type ON/OFF with safety guard

Cord 8' with three-pronged, grounding plug

Pilot Light Red, indicating slicer is plugged in

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

(at additional cost)

CHROME ONION BLADES 4575-09693

MATCHING STAND

4975-00418 w/o castors

4975-00419 w/ castors

4" EXTENSION LEGS

4975-00052 (set of four)

WARRANTY

Berkel Company (“Berkel”) warrants to the Buyer of new equipment that said equipment, when installed in accordance with our instructions and subjected to normal use, is free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of sale. ^1

BERKEL SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MER- CHANTABILITY OR EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Berkel's obligation and liability under this warranty is expressly limited to repairing or replacing equipment that proves to be defective in material or workmanship within the applicable warranty period. Berkel or a Designated Berkel Service Location will perform all repairs pursuant to this warranty. Berkel expressly excludes responsibility for incidental or consequential damages to buyer or any third party, including, without limitation, damages arising from personal injuries, lost profits, loss of business opportunity, loss of property, economic losses, or statutory or exemplary damages, whether in negligence, warranty, strict liability or otherwise.

This warranty does not apply to: periodic maintenance of equipment including but not limited to lubrication, replacement of worn blades, knives, stones, knobs, accessories, and miscellaneous expendable supply items, and other adjustments required due to installation set-up or normal wear.

These warranties are given only to the first purchaser from a Berkel Authorized Channel of Distribution. No warranty is given to subsequent transferees.

The foregoing warranty provisions are a complete and exclusive statement of the warranty between the buyer and seller. Berkel neither assumes nor authorizes any persons to assume any other obligation or liability connection with said equipment.