BIRO 44SSFH Service manual

MD44SSFH
371-5-18-3 B
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This Manual contains important
safety instructions which must
be strictly followed when using
this equipment.
MODEL 44SSFH
FIXED HEAD POWER MEAT SAW
OPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL
STARTING WITH SERIAL NO. 9105

CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
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NOTICE TO OWNERS AND OPERATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS ON MACHINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WALL CHART (PART NO. 671) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TO PROCESS PRODUCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PARTS DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OPERATOR’S NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SWITCH ASSEMBLIES AND SERVICE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WIRING DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PARTS LIST / ORDERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PARTS ASSEMBLIES LIST / ORDERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WEARABLE SAW PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OPERATOR’S SIGNATURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OPERATOR’S NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
OPERATOR’S NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

NOTICE TO OWNERS AND OPERATORS
Warnings related to possible damage are indicated by:
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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:
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.
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 on under eighteen (18) years of age should operate this equipment. If you are uncertain about a
particular task, ask your supervisor.
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
common sense when using this equipment.
This Manual applies to machines with serial number 9105 and higher, except where noted.
“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.”
- NOTE -
“A copy of this manual is included with each MODEL 44SSFH
FIXED HEAD POWER MEAT SAW.”

SAFETY TIPS
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SHARP MOVING BAND TYPE SAW BLADE
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
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 ½” of Product to be Cut.
ALWAYS Use Supplied Safety End Cut Pusher Plate for Smaller Products or The Last Cuts of Products.
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 Saw is Running.
PROMPTLY REPLACE Any Worn or Illegible Warning Labels.
USE ONLY BIRO Parts and Accessories Properly Installed.

INSTALLATION
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.
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3. After installing machine in operational are, it is imperative that the four adjusting leg hex bolts be
adjusted to level the machine and also to eliminate rocking.
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
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 Without all Warning Labels Attached and Wall Chart Posted.
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 Saw Guide Bar with Saw Guard to Within ½” of Product to be Cut.
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
PROPERLY INSTALL EQUIPMENT IN ADEQUATE WORK AREA
4. To assemble the meat gauge plate (Part No. A18275) to the machine, loosen the lock knob (Part No.
272-7) on the right side of meat gauge bracket. Raise the meat gauge gear rack (Part No. 18272) and slip
the meat gauge plate over the gear rack. Lower the gear rack back to its original position, tighten lock
knob. Keep gear rack well oiled with a food grade oil to ensure free movement.

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1. Interchange of motor current is made in motor outlet box. Leads are properly marked. Changing
instructions are on motor plate or inside junction box cover.
2. All saws 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.
3. Connect leads to machine in a manner that will be approved by local electrical inspectors.
WIRING MOTOR
4. We recommend no less that No. 12 wire. If the leads are too light, machine may not have sufcient
cutting power and/or speed.
5. The drive belt is packed loose in machine to prevent deformation, and must be installed on pulleys at time
of wiring motor.
6. 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 DIS-
CONNECT SWITCH (1010.147 OSHA).
9. Placing blade on cutter: Unpack upper wheel assembly and hang on the hinged bracket in the head structure.
Lift the nylon ller in the stationary bar. Hang the blade on the upper wheel and hold with right hand. With
the left hand force the back of the blade between the front blade scrapers, located below the stationary bar.
Lower the nylon ller. Be sure the blade is in the upper saw guide. The blade has dropped over the lower
wheel. Switch hands holding the blade on the upper wheel. With the right hand, force the blade between the
rear blade scrapers. The blade is now ready to be tightened.
FINGERLIFT
ASSEMBLY
SHARP SAW BLADE. HANDLE WITH EXTREME CAUTION.
5. Place removable nger lift with saw guard assembly on the saw
guide bar and fasten in place with four point nger lift fastener
knob.
6. The side platter bracket is packed loose in the machine and must
be installed on the left side of the base structure with the supplied
hardware and checked for proper adjustment.
7. Machine MUST be properly grounded. Use qualied electrician
to install according to building codes.
8. All machines are tested at the factory, but electrical phasing for proper rotation may not match your electrical
supply. All machines must be rst test run for proper phasing.

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11. The stationary platter is placed on top of the base structure and held in place by two platter hold down
catches located in the base structure.
12. The sliding meat carriage assembly is installed on the channel. Start by turning the movable stop assembly
clockwise. After the carriage assembly has been installed on the channel for operation, turn the movable
stop assembly counterclockwise to lock.
13. Make sure saw guide bar with saw guard is in its lowest position. Close head and base doors.
10. Turn the blade tensioning handle clockwise until the tension mark is even with the bottom of the upper
wheel hinge plate as shown. Carefully turn saw wheels by hand and watch for proper tracking of blade on
the wheels.
KEEP HAND CLEAR OF SHARP MOVING BAND TYPE SAW
BLADE
14. Push the start button. Check for proper phasing of the motor and proper tracking of the saw blade in the saw
guides. Back of the blade should be centered in the lower saw guide in the stationary bar. Blade should be
moving down through the guide. Push the stop button to stop machine.
15. Check placement of all warning labels, wall chart and Manual. Machine is ready for trained operators to
process product.
16. Contact your local Distributor or BIRO directly if you have any questions or problems with the installation
or operation of this machine.

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WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS ON MACHINE
ATTACH TO CHANNEL BRACKET
NEXT TO SWITCH BUTTONS
ATTACH ON HEAD STRUCTURE
MODEL/SERIAL NUMBER TAG
P/N 720 BLADE
TENSION ADJUSTMENT
DECAL
LOCATED INSIDE
HEADDOOR
P/N 708 “DANGER EXPOSED
BLADE” DECAL
ATTACHED TO SAW GUARD
ON SAW GUIDE BAR
NOT TO SCALE

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ITEM NUMBER 671
WALL CHART “BAND SAW SAFETY GUIDELINES”
ATTACH TO WALL IN VICINITY OF MACHINE IN EASY VIEW OF OPERATOR

OPERATION
SHARP MOVING BAND TYPE SAW BLADE
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
A. FOOD HANDLING TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION
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ONLY Properly Trained Personnel Should Use This Equipment.
ALWAYS Read Operating and Parts Manual BEFORE Operating.
ALWAYS Keep Hands Clear of Band Type Saw Blade and Other Moving Parts.
DO NOT Tamper With, Bypass, Alter, or Modify this Equipment in Any Way or Form.
DO NOT Alter of 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 ½” of Product to be Cut.
ALWAYS Use 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/Tag Out Procedures Before Cleaning,
Servicing or When Not in Use.
NEVER Leave Machine Unattended While The Saw is Running.
NEVER Operate Without All Warning Labels Properly Afxed to Machine.
1. ALWAYS wash hands thoroughly with warm soap and water before and after handling raw sh,
poultry or meats.
2. ALWAYS clean and sanitize all utensils and surfaces that have been in contact with raw products.
3. ALWAYS store cold foods at or below 45 deg. F (7.2 deg. C).