BIRO BCC-100 User manual

Model BCC-100
POULTRY PROCESSING MACHINE
Parts List, Installation and Operating Instructions
Applicable from Serial No. 500 On
+IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE +
This Manual contains important safety
instructions which must be strictly
followed when using this equipment. PTCT
BCC-100
096-10-05-21
Biro Designed Biro Built

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
NOTICE TO OWNERS AND OPERATORS ......................................... 1
SAFETY TIPS ............................................................... 2
INSTALLATION ............................................................. 3
OPERATION ................................................................ 4
CLEANING ................................................................. 7
MAINTENANCE ............................................................. 7
FINGER GUARD RETURN SPRING INSTALLATION .................................. 8
WIRING DIAGRAMS .......................................................... 9
PARTS LIST/ORDERING.......................................................10
PARTS DIAGRAM ............................................................11
NOTES PAGE ...............................................................12
OPERATOR’S SIGNATURE PAGE................................................13
LIMITED WARRANTY .........................................................14

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BIRO’s products are designed to process food products safely and efficiently. Unless the oper-
ator is properly trained and supervised, however, there is the possibility of a serious injury. It is the
responsibiltiy of the owner to assure that this machine 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 machine without proper training and supervision. All opera-
tors should read and be thoroughly familiar with the procedures contained in this Manual. Even so,
BIRO cannot anticipate every circumstance or environment in which its products will be used.
You, the owner and operator, must remain alert to the hazards posed by the function of this equip-
ment — particularly the SHARP ROTATING BLADE. No one under eighteen (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 SAFETY TIPS section. Additional warn-
ings are placed thoughout the Manual. Warnings related to your personal safety are indicated by:
Warnings related to possible damage to the equipment are indicated by:
If any warning label, or Manual becomes misplaced, damaged, or illegible, please contact your
nearest Distributor or BIRO directly for a 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 equipment.
This Manual applies to machines with serial number 500 and higher.
NOTICE TO OWNERS AND OPERATORS
OR

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SAFETY TIPS
SHARP ROTATING BLADE
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
·NEVER Touch This Machine without Training and Authorization by Your Supervisor.
·ALWAYS Read Operation and Service Manual BEFORE Operating, Cleaning, or Servicing.
·ALWAYS Keep Hands Clear of Blades and Moving Parts.
·ONLY Use a Qualified Electrician to Install According to Local Building Codes: Machine MUST
Be Properly Grounded.
·ONLY Install on Level, Non-Skid Surface in Clean, Well-Lighted Work Area Away from Children
and Visitors.
·DO NOT Tamper With, Bypass or Remove the Knife Cover, Finger Guard, Interlock Switch, or
Toggle Switch.
·DO NOT Operate With the Knife Cover in Raised Position or Removed. Safety Knife Cover
MUST Be Down During Operation.
·ONLY Operate Machine by Using the Machine’s ON/OFF Toggle Switch. ALWAYS Turn Off
Toggle Switch When Not in Use.
·DO NOT Wear Gloves While Operating.
·ALWAYS Turn Off and Unplug Machine From Power Source and Perform Lockout/Tagout
Procedures BEFORE Cleaning, Servicing, or Attempting to Unjam or Unclog.
·NEVER Leave Machine Unattended While Operating.
·PROMPTLY REPLACE Any Worn or Illegible Warning Labels.
·USE ONLY BIRO Parts and Accessories Properly Installed.

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I. INSTALLATION
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERLY INSTALL
EQUIPMENT IN ADEQUATE WORK AREA
·ALWAYS Use Qualified Technician and Electrician for Installation.
·ALWAYS Install Equipment in Work Area with Adequate Light and Space.
·ONLY Operate on a Solid, Level, Non-Skid Surface.
·NEVER Bypass, Alter, or Modify This Equipment in Any Way From Its Original Condition.
·NEVER Operate With Knife Cover in raised Position or Removed.
·NEVER Operate Without all Warnings Attached.
1. Read this Manual thoroughly before installation and operation. Do not proceed with installation and operation if
you have any questions or do not understand anything in this Manual. Contact your local Distributor, or BIRO
first.
2. Install your machine on a level, solid, non-skid surface which should be at a height that allows the operator to
operate the machine comfortably with his or her hands slightly above the crook of the elbow and below the guide
bar. The working area should be well-lighted and away from children and visitors.
3. Machine must be properly grounded. Use a qualified electrician to install according to local building codes.
4. Make sure ON/OFF toggle switch is in “OFF” position.
5. Lower Knife Cover into operating position as shown in the picture on the front of this Manual.
6. Uncoil electrical cord and plug into specified, grounded outlet. (Specifications for this machine are found on the
plate located on the back of the motor column.)
7. With Knife Cover lowered into operating position, turn ON/OFF toggle switch to “ON” position. The blade will
begin to rotate. Make sure machine operates properly and is stable and secure on operating surface.
8. Raise Knife Cover to check safety interlock switch — machine should turn off.
9. Lower Knife Cover — machine should resume operating.
10. Turn toggle switch to “OFF” position.
11. Check placement of all warning labels. Machine is ready for trained operators to process product.
12. Contact your local distributor or BIRO directly if you have any questions or problems with the installation or
operation of the machine.
ALWAYS LEVEL MACHINE BEFORE USING

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II. OPERATION
SHARP ROTATING BLADE
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
·ONLY Properly Trained Pesonnel Should Use This Equipment.
·ALWAYS Keep Hands Clear of Blade and Other Moving Parts.
·NEVER Operate With Knife Cover in Raised Position or Removed. Knife Cover Must Be Down
During Operation.
·DO NOT Tamper With, Bypass, or Remove Knife Cover, Finger Guard, Interlock Switch, or
Toggle Switch.
·ALWAYS Turn Off and Unplug Machine from Power Source and Perform Lockout/Tagout
Procedures Before Cleaning, Servicing, or Attempting to Unjam or Unclog.
·NEVER Leave Unattended While Operating.
·ALWAYS Turn Off Toggle Switch When Not in Use.
·ONLY Operate Machine By Using ON/OFF Toggle Switch.
·DO NOT Wear Gloves While Operating.
A. TO PROCESS PRODUCT
1. Have product prepared prior to using this machine.
2. Make sure Knife Cover is in the down position.
3. Turn ON/OFF toggle switch to “ON” position.
4. TURN MACHINE “OFF” BY MOVING TOGGLE SWITCH TO “OFF” POSITION WHEN FINISHED.
DO NOT WEAR GLOVES WHILE OPERATING

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MACHINE INSTALLATION
“The machine should be installed so that the machine is at a height that allows the operator to
operate the machine comfortably with his or her hands slightly above the crook of the elbow and
below the guide bar.”
PROCESSING FRYER AND BROILER FOR TRAY DISPLAY — SELF SERVE
1. Hold bird in right hand by both drumsticks. With left hand, pull
both wings back and together, exposing the wing knuckle joint
immediately above the breast area. With left hand, pull wings down
over apex of precision cutting guide bar, thus further exposing wing
knuckle joint. Hands are kept well below precision cutting guide bar.
2. With one stroke, sever both wings.
3. Remove the giblet package and drawing left drumstick and thigh
with left hand down over apex of precision cutting guide bar, expose
the location of the rump knuckle bone.
4. Sever thigh from back with one stroke and without entering breast
area.

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PROCESSING FRYER AND BROILER FOR TRAY DISPLAY — SELF SERVE
5. Drawing right drumstick and thigh with right hand down over apex
of precision cutting guide bar, expose the location of the rump
knuckle bone.
6. Sever thigh from back with one stroke and without entering breast
area. A properly cut drumstick and thigh will expose an open area in
the pelvic zone.
7. With thumbs in the carcass, expand the pelvic area opening. Do
not hold carcass of bird in any other manner for safety sake. Remove
back from breast making sure that the cut along the precision cutting
guide bar is adjusted to remove the remaining wing knuckles with
back but do not enter the expensive breast area.
8. Back removed from breast as described in No. 7.

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III. CLEANING
SHARP ROTATING BLADE
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
·ALWAYS Turn Off and Unplug From Power Supply and Perform Lockout/Tagout Procedures
BEFORE Cleaning or Servicing.
·ALWAYS Wear Wire Mesh Safety Gloves When Touching or Handling Blade.
·ONLY Use Recommended Cleaning Equipment, Materials, and Procedures.
·ALWAYS Thoroughly Clean Equipment at Least Daily.
DO NOT Use Harsh Chemicals, Scouring Pads or Cleansers. Ordinary Liquid Detergent for Manual Dish or Pot/Pan
Washing Will Not Harm the Machine. Dish Machine Chemicals Will Cause Brown “Rusty” Stains, as will Chlorine
Bleach and Similar Products if Allowed to Stand in or on the Machine for Any Length of Time.
IV. MAINTENANCE
SHARP ROTATING BLADE
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
·ALWAYS Turn Off and Unplug Machine From Power Source and Perform Lockout/Tagout
Procedures BEFORE Servicing.
·NEVER Touch This Machine Without Training and Authorization by Your Supervisor.
·ALWAYS Keep Hands Clear of Blade and Moving Parts.
·DO NOT Tamper With, Bypass, or Remove the Knife Cover, Finger Guard, Interlock Switch, or
Toggle Switch
·ALWAYS Wear Wire Mesh Safety Gloves When Touching or Handling Blade.
·PROMPTLY REPLACE Any Worn or Illegible Labels.
·USE ONLY BIRO Parts and Accessories Properly Installed.

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A. GENERAL
1. Machine should be generally inspected every time it is cleaned (at least daily) to ensure that it is in good
operating condition and has not been damaged or tampered with.
a. Knife Cover: The Knife Cover should be checked for cracks, gouges, or other damage. Replace if any of
these conditions exist.
b. Switches and Safety Interlock:
The Knife Cover Interlock switch should be checked as follows:
i. Make sure ON/OFF toggle switch is in “OFF” position.
ii. Lower Knife Cover into operating position.
iii. Plug electrical cord into specified outlet.
iv. With Knife Cover lowered into operating position, turn ON/OFF toggle switch to “ON” position.
v. Raise Knife Cover to check safety interlock switch — machine should turn off.
vi. Lower Knife Cover — machine should resume operating.
vii. Turn toggle switch to “OFF” position. Unplug machine from power source.
DO NOT USE THIS MACHINE IF ANY SWITCH FAILS TO
FUNCTION PROPERLY
KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF SHARP ROTATING BLADE
TURN OFF AND UNPLUG MACHINE FROM POWER SOURCE
AND PERFORM LOCKOUT/TAGOUT PROCEDURES BEFORE
PERFORMING ANY OTHER MAINTENANCE