APURO CH423-A User manual

Model:
CH423-A
Multi-Purpose Veg
Prep Machine
Instruction manual
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Safety Instructions
The cutter is a dangerous appliance and must only be
used by trained personnel in accordance with these
instructions.
• Position on a flat, stable surface.
• A service agent/qualified technician should carry out
installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any
components on this product.
• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the
following:
- Health and Safety at Work Legislation
- Fire Precautions
- IEE Wiring Regulations
- Building Regulations
• DO NOT immerse the appliance in water.
• DO NOT place hands in either food chute.
• DO NOT feed food in to the appliance by hand. ALWAYS use
the pusher supplied.
• DO NOT attempt to cut items that this machine is not designed
for. This can damage the cutting attachments.
• DO NOT attempt to cut frozen food with the appliance.
• Blades are sharp - handle carefully.
• DO NOT use with loose or damaged blades.
• Suitable for indoor use only.
• Only use original Apuro parts and attachments with this
appliance.
• ALWAYS keep hands, hair and clothing away from the moving
parts.
• NEVER leave the appliance unattended when in use.
• DO NOT use jet/pressure washers to clean the appliance.
• Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the
packaging in accordance to the regulations of local authorities.
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• Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the
appliance when not in use, before cleaning and before putting
on or taking off parts.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an
Apuro agent or a recommended qualified technician in order
to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge.
• This appliance must not be used by children under any
circumstances.
• DO NOT let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
• Apuro recommend that this appliance should be periodically
tested (at least annually) by a Competent Person. Testing
should include, but not be limited to: Visual Inspection,
Polarity Test, Earth Continuity, Insulation Continuity and
Functional Testing.
Introduction
Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation of
this machine will provide the best possible performance from your Apuro product.
This machine is designed for vegetable preparation in restaurants, canteens and similar catering
establishments.
Pack Contents
The following is included:
• Multi-Purpose Veg Prep Machine
• Cleaning brush
• Food pusher
• Plastic ejector disc
• Slicing discs (x2)
• Grating discs (x3)
• Instruction manual
Apuro prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of unpacking the contents are
supplied fully functional and free of damage.
Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your Apuro dealer immediately.
Installation
• Remove the appliance from all packaging.
• While positioning on a worktop, ensure the feet are level to reduce vibration during operation.
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Operation
Location of controls
Start button
Pusher handle
Stop button
Feeding chute
Locking pin
Locking pad
Cutter mouth
Feet
Shaft
Pusher
Lid
Cutting disc
Plastic ejector disc
Assembly
Before assembly, ensure to:
• Disconnect the appliance from the power
supply.
• Clean all cutting discs and parts that
come into contact with food with warm
soapy water. For details, refer to section
“Cleaning, care & maintenance”.
1. Remove the pusher and lift the pusher handle
fully.
2. Lift the locking pad and open the lid backward.
3. Mount the plastic ejector onto the shaft.
4. Choose the desired cutting disc and mount onto
the shaft, ensuing the flat side is facing upward.
5. Lift the locking pad and close the lid into place.
6. Place the vegetables in the feeding chute. Then
lower the pusher handle fully.
Locking pad
Lid
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Cutting Vegetables
1. Connect the appliance to the power supply.
2. Place a container beneath the cutter mouth to
collect the cut vegetables.
3. Press the Start button (I). The disc begins to
spin.
4. Press down on the pusher handle or the food
pusher. As the vegetables are cut, they are
ejected from the cutter mouth.
5. Once all vegetables are cut, press the Stop
button (O) to turn Off. Disconnect the
appliance from the power supply.
Selecting a Cutting Disc
Up to 5 cutting discs are available for use with
different tasks.
Disc Use
Fine grating disc
Note: Onion cannot be cut using
this disc
Medium grating disc
Note: Onion cannot be cut using
this disc
Coarse grating disc
Note: Onion cannot be cut using
this disc
2mm slicing disc: Suitable for
thin slicing
4mm slicing disc: Suitable for
thick slicing
Note: Regularly check the screws fixing the
blades to the cutting discs and tighten as
necessary.
Changing the cutting disc
Warning: The blades on the cutting disc are
sharp. Handle with care!
1. Turn off and disconnect the appliance from the
mains power supply.
2. Open the lid as instructed in section “Assembly”.
3. Turn the cutting disc anti-clockwise and
remove. This may require a sharp tap to free it
from the shaft.
4. Slot the new disc in place. Turn if necessary to
drop the disc in place.
Note: Ensure the appliance is clean and free from
food debris when changing disc to ensure the disc
can be securely fitted.
5. Lower the lid and pusher handle consecutively
in place.
Cleaning, Care &
Maintenance
• Always turn off and disconnect the
appliance from the power supply before
cleaning.
• Ensure to remove all food debris after each
use.
• Clean the surface using a damp cloth. Never
immerse the motor part in water or rinse it
under running water.
• Use soapy water and a damp cloth to clean the
cutting discs and plastic ejector.
• DO NOT wash the cutting discs in the
dishwasher.
• Always wipe dry after cleaning.
• The appliance contains NO user serviceable
parts.
Thorough cleaning
• The lid can be removed for a thorough
cleaning.
• Open the lid and remove the locking pin.
• Remove the lid.
• Clean the lid and cutting chamber.
• Relocate the lid and secure it in place with the
locking pin.
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