BIRO 1433 Service manual

PTCT: MD 1433
ITEM # 266-7-17-13 B
MODEL 1433 POWER MEAT CUTTER
OPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This Manual contains important
safety instructions which must
be strictly followed when using
this equipment.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
NOTICE TO OWNERS AND OPERATORS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
SAFETY TIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
TO PROCESS PRODUCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
CLEANING PROCEDURE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
WALL CHART (PART #671). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PARTS DIAGRAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-22
BASE DOOR HINGE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
SWITCH ASSEMBLIES AND SERVICE PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
WIRING DIAGRAMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-29
WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS ON MACHINE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
WEARABLE SAW PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
PARTS LIST/ORDERING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
PARTS ASSEMBLIES LIST /ORDERING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
OPERATOR’S SIGNATURE PAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
LIMITED WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
OPERATOR’S NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35

NOTICE TO OWNERS AND OPERATORS
This Manual contains a number of safe practices in the SAFETY TIP section. Additional warnings are
placed throughout the Manual. Warnings related to your personal safety are indicated by:
Warnings related to possible damage are indicated by:
The descriptions and illustrations contained in this manual are not binding.
The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce any modication without
updating the manual.
OR
BIRO’s products are designed to process food products safely and efciently. Unless the operator is
properly trained and supervised, there is the possibility of a serious injury. It is the responsibility 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.
BIRO also has provided a wall chart to be posted near the equipment. If any warning label, wall chart, 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.
- NOTE -
A copy of this manual is included with each Model 1433 saw.
No one should use or service this machine without proper training and supervision. All operators should
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 equipment, particularly the SHARP MOVING BAND TYPE SAW
BLADE. No one under eighteen (18) years of age should operate this equipment. If you are uncertain about a
particular task, ask your supervisor.
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SHARP MOVING BAND TYPE SAW BLADE
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
SAFETY TIPS
NEVER Touch This Machine Without Training and Authorization By Your Supervisor.
ALWAYS Read Operation and Parts Manual BEFORE Operating, Cleaning or Servicing.
ALWAYS Keep Hands Clear of Sharp Band Type Saw Blade and Other Moving Parts.
ONLY Use a Qualied Electrician to Install According to Local Building Codes: Machines
MUST Be Properly Grounded.
ONLY Install on Level, Non-Skid Surface in a Clean, Well-Lighted Area Away From Children
and Visitors.
DO NOT Attempt to Operate This Machine Until it has Been Inspected and Demonstrated by
the Seller - Recognized BIRO Representative.
DO NOT Alter or Modify This Machine in any Way From its Original Form. This Machine in
its Original Form Meets the Intent of O.S.H.A. Applicable Standards.
NEVER Operate with Saw Guard on Saw Guide Bar in the Raised Position or the Saw Guard
Removed from the Saw Guide Bar.
ALWAYS Adjust the Saw Guide Bar with Saw Guard to Within 1/2” of Product to be Cut.
ALWAYS Use Supplied Safety End Cut Pusher Plate for Smaller Products or The Last Cuts of
Product.
DO NOT Use This Machine for Non-Food Products.
DO NOT Use This Machine to Cut Pigs Feet.
DO NOT Wear Gloves While Operating.
ALWAYS Turn Off, Unplug From Power Source and Perform Lockout/Tagout Procedure to
This Machine BEFORE Removing Shrouds, Removable Guards, Covers, Doors, Fences or
Panels for Cleaning, Servicing or Any Other Reason.
NEVER Leave Machine Unattended While the Saw is Running.
PROMPTLY REPLACE Any Worn or Illegible Warning Labels.
USE ONLY BIRO Parts and Accessories Properly Installed.

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INSTALLATION
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
PROPERLY INSTALL EQUIPMENT IN ADEQUATE WORK AREA
• ALWAYS Use Qualied 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 Operate with Saw Guard Bar on Saw Guide Bar in the Raised Position or the Saw Guard Removed
from the Saw Guide Bar.
• ALWAYS Adjust Saw Guide Bar with Saw Guide to Within 1/2” of Product to be Cut.
• NEVER Operate Without all Warning Labels Attached and Wall Chart Posted.
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 rst.
2. Install machine on a level, solid, non-skid surface in a well-lighted work area away from children and visitors.
ALWAYS LEVEL MACHINE BEFORE USING
4. To assemble meat gauge plate (Part No. A14275) to the machine; Loosen the lock knob (Part No. 272-10) on the right side meat
gauge bracket. Remove the meat gauge gear rack (Part No. 14272) and insert into the meat gauge plate. Be sure to hold meat
gauge arm so that the release handle is depressed. Re-install the gear rack by rst inserting the rectangle end into the left hand
meat gauge bracket, then swing the right hollow round end of the gear into the original lock position. Upon aligning the gear
rack with the capscrew (Part No. 272-11), tighten the lock knob clockwise, fastening the locking cap screw into the hollow end
to the gear rack, CHECKING for a secure assembly. Keep gear rack well oiled with food grade oil to ensure free movement.
3. After installing machine in operational area, it is imperative that the four adjusting leg hex bolts be adjusted to level the
machine and also to eliminate rocking.
5. The stainless steel head (Part No. S14005C) comes
detached from the base. Slide the head into the slide gibs
(Part No. 260) located on the back of the base structure.
Make sure the slide gibs are oiled or greased to ensure free
vertical movement of the head structure.

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6. Place removable nger lift with saw guard assembly
(Part No. A14211) on the saw guide bar (Part No. 116-22)
and fasten in place with nger lift fastener knob
(Part No. 211A-291Q).
7. See Lower Removable Wheel Installation and Removal
Instructions for Model 1433 below.
FINGERLIFT
ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL and INSTALLATION
for Self-Centering Lower Removable Wheels
(Part No. 14560-1 and 14560DF-1)
ALWAYS Turn off, unplug Machine From Power Source and Perform Lockout/Tagout Procedure
to the Machine BEFORE Cleaning or Servicing.
Follow disassembly procedures in the Cleaning Section of the Operating and Service Manual.
Removal of the T-Handle and Lower Wheel will be the last 2 parts removed in the number sequence.
REMOVAL
Loosen Item No. 14746-1, T-Handle and Remove from Lower Shaft.
Using both hands @ 3 and 9 o-clock
Positions, Pull wheel towards you
with a even smooth motion.
INSTALLATION
There is a anti-rotation pin located on the lower shaft,
there is a anti-rotation groove located on the back side
of the lower wheel.
Align and engage the groove of the lower wheel and the
anti-rotation pin as the wheel is being installed. Install T-Handle Lock onto Lower
Shaft, Hand Tighten SECURELY

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INSTALLATION
There is an alignment pin on the lower shaft.
And a mating alignment groove in the hub
of the lower wheel. Align the two as the
wheel is being installed on the tapered shaft.
NOTE:
TO ENSURE PROPER SAW
WHEEL ALIGNMENT, WHEEL
MUST BE REINSTALLED
ON SAME MACHINE FROM
WHICH IT WAS REMOVED.
Replace the T-Handle Lock
HAND TIGHTEN ONLY
Reassemble the machine.
14746
T-Handle
Lock
T-Handle
Loosened
Using thumbs for leverage, pull wheel toward you with
an even-smooth motion. Wheel is mounted in slip t
fashion on a tapered shaft. When the wheel is loose,
complete removing T-handle lock and wheel.
14746
T-Handle
Lock
REMOVAL and INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
for TAPERED BORE LOWER WHEELS
14560 and 14560DF
ALWAYS Turn off, unplug Machine From Power Source and Perform Lockout/Tagout Procedure
to the Machine BEFORE Cleaning or Servicing.
Follow Disassembly Procedures in the Cleaning Section of the Operating and Service Manual.
Removal of the Lower Wheel will be the last procedure.
REMOVAL
Loosen the Item No. 14746 T-Handle lock, DO NOT REMOVE COMPLETELY FROM SHAFT.

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11. The sliding meat carriage assembly (Part No. A16155EZ) is installed by turning the movable stop assembly
(Part No. A16200) clockwise. After the carriage assembly is in the channel for operation, turn the movable stop
counterclockwise to lock.
12. Post SAFETY TIPS wall chart within easy view of operator. Keep Manual available to operator.
13. Machine MUST be properly grounded. Use qualied electrician to install according to building codes.
Item No. 16543 - Lower Shaft for Removable Wheel
7A. The Model 1433 Lower Removable Wheel has been revised to include a keyway in the bore. Also an anti rotation pin
is now pressed into the lower shaft to prevent any inadvertent “spinning” of the wheel on the shaft.
NOTE- If the saw in which a new shaft is to be
installed has a groove (keyway) in the bore of the
lower wheel, press the taper pin (provided “loose”)
into the hole in the side of the shaft (see sketch).
If there is no groove (keyway) in the bore of the
lower wheel, discard the taper pin and use the
shaft without the pin.
SHARP SAW BLADE. HANDLE WITH EXTREME CAUTION.
9. The side platter bracket (Part No. S14214) is packed loose in the machine and must be installed on the left side
of the base structure with the supplied hardware and check for proper adjustment. Stationary platter must be at.
10. The stationary platter (Part No. A14163) is placed on top of the base structure and held in place by two
push-pull hold down rods (Part No. 14212W), located at the rear of the base.
WIRING MOTOR
A. Interchange of motor current is made in motor outlet box. Leads are properly marked. Changing instructions
are on motor plate or motor box outlet box.
B. All cutters are wired 220 volts unless otherwise specied. Be sure motor specications (voltage, cycle, phase)
match power supply line. Be sure line voltage is up to specication.
C. Connect leads to machine in a manner that will be approved by local electrical inspectors.
D. We recommend no less that No. 12 Ga. wire. If the leads are too light, machine may not have sufcient cutting
power and/or speed.
E. The V-belt is packed loose in machine to prevent deformation, and must be installed on pulley at time of
wiring motor.
F. The BIRO Manufacturing Company is not responsible for permanent wiring, connection or installations.
NOTE TO OWNER AND ELECTRICIAN: IF THIS MACHINE IS NOT CORD
AND PLUG CONNECTED TO THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY SOURCE, THEN
IT SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH, OR CONNECTED TO, A LOCKABLE,
MANUALLY OPERATED DISCONNECT SWITCH (1010.147 OSHA).
KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF SHARP MOVING BAND TYPE SAW BLADE.
8. Place blade on cutter: Hang upper wheel assembly (Part No. A14003u335-6) on the hinge bracket (Part No.
71-1). Lift the nylon ller (Part No. 177). Hang blade on the upper wheel and hold with right hand. With the left
hand force the blade between the front blade cleaners (Part No. 131), located below the nylon ller. Lower the
nylon ller and insert the back of the blade in the upper saw guide (Part No. 602B). The blade has already
dropped over the lower wheel. With the right hand force the back of the blade between the rear blade cleaners
(Part No. 131). The blade is now ready to be tightened. Press down on the ratchet arm (Part No. 10-1) located at
the rear of the base structure. Turn the upper wheel slowly by hand to ensure proper tracking of the saw blade on
the wheels. Tighten to proper tension. When the tension gauge (Part No. 197), located at the bottom rear of the
head becomes tight laterally the blade is at proper tension.
PRESS IN PIN HERE
LOWER BEARING SHAFT,
REMOVABLE SAW WHEEL
ITEM NO. 16543
TAPER PIN
ITEM NO. S235
3/32

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14. Make sure saw guide bar with saw guard is in its lowest position. Close head and base doors.
15. Push button and check for proper phasing of motor. Blade should be traveling down through saw guide.
16. Watch for proper tracking of blade. Back of blade should be centered in hole in saw guide in stationary bar (Part No
S119A). Push stop button to stop machine.
17. Check placement of all warning labels, wall chart and Manual. Machine is ready for trained operators to process
product.
18. Contact your local Distributor or BIRO directly if you have any questions or problems with the installation or
operation of this machine.
WARNING LABELS AND WALL CHART
FOR BIRO POWER CUTTERS
SEE PAGE 30 FOR LOCATIONS ON THIS MACHINE
Item No. 653PC-SPItem No. 653PC-E
Item No.
16716
Item No.
708
Item No.
710
B I R O ® POWER MEAT CUTTERS
Warning, Caution, and Safety Decals and Tags February 17, 2012
Supersedes: January 1998
All BIRO Warning, Caution, Safety Decals and Tags illustrated are available from the factory at no cost. We
encourage you to use these decals and tags when servicing BIRO machinery in the field as well as in your shop.
THE BIRO MANUFACTURING COMPANY
Marblehead, OH 43440-2099, U.S.A.
Email: [e-mail];www.birosaw.com SFYB-SAWDECAL-021712
Item No. 671 & 671SP
Saw Warning Poster
English/Spanish
Item No. 16716
All 1433 & 3334SS w/Lower Removable Wheel
1 ea. attached to Hinged Right Base Door
Item No. 708
Attached to Saw Guard
on Saw Guide Bar
** NOT TO SCALE **
Item No. 653PC-E
1 ea. attached to
Channel Bracket
& Head below
S/N Plate
Item No. 653PC-SP
1 ea. attached to
Channel Bracket
**Consult Operating & Service
Manuals for placement and
additional label information.
Information therein subject to
change without notification.
B I R O ® POWER MEAT CUTTERS
Warning, Caution, and Safety Decals and Tags February 17, 2012
Supersedes: January 1998
All BIRO Warning, Caution, Safety Decals and Tags illustrated are available from the factory at no cost. We
encourage you to use these decals and tags when servicing BIRO machinery in the field as well as in your shop.
THE BIRO MANUFACTURING COMPANY
Marblehead, OH 43440-2099, U.S.A.
Email: [e-mail];www.birosaw.com SFYB-SAWDECAL-021712
Item No. 671 & 671SP
Saw Warning Poster
English/Spanish
Item No. 16716
All 1433 & 3334SS w/Lower Removable Wheel
1 ea. attached to Hinged Right Base Door
Item No. 708
Attached to Saw Guard
on Saw Guide Bar
** NOT TO SCALE **
Item No. 653PC-E
1 ea. attached to
Channel Bracket
& Head below
S/N Plate
Item No. 653PC-SP
1 ea. attached to
Channel Bracket
**Consult Operating & Service
Manuals for placement and
additional label information.
Information therein subject to
change without notification.
B I R O ® POWER MEAT CUTTERS
Warning, Caution, and Safety Decals and Tags February 17, 2012
Supersedes: January 1998
All BIRO Warning, Caution, Safety Decals and Tags illustrated are available from the factory at no cost. We
encourage you to use these decals and tags when servicing BIRO machinery in the field as well as in your shop.
THE BIRO MANUFACTURING COMPANY
Marblehead, OH 43440-2099, U.S.A.
Email: [e-mail];www.birosaw.com SFYB-SAWDECAL-021712
Item No. 671 & 671SP
Saw Warning Poster
English/Spanish
Item No. 16716
All 1433 & 3334SS w/Lower Removable Wheel
1 ea. attached to Hinged Right Base Door
Item No. 708
Attached to Saw Guard
on Saw Guide Bar
** NOT TO SCALE **
Item No. 653PC-E
1 ea. attached to
Channel Bracket
& Head below
S/N Plate
Item No. 653PC-SP
1 ea. attached to
Channel Bracket
**Consult Operating & Service
Manuals for placement and
additional label information.
Information therein subject to
change without notification.