BORK Z 780 User manual

SLICER Z
780
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SLICER Z
780

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WIDE FUNCTIONALITY
The slicer comes with two different knives.
The serrated knife is ideal for products that are a hard outside and soft
inside such as tomatoes or bread with a crispy crust.
A smooth knife is universal and perfectly handles meat cuts and cheeses.
MADE IN GERMANY
The slicer is designed and manufactured at a German factory which
istheleader in production of professional slicers.
This fact guarantees high quality, reliability and a long service life
ofthedevice.
UNIQUE DESIGN
Unique folding slicer.
Elements of the device can conveniently fold in three stages and the slicer
itself is turns into a stylish metal case which can be hung on a hook or
placed into a kitchen cabinet.
A well-thought through design ensures that the device does not take
upmuch space during storage.

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PRIOR TO FIRST USE
• Remove the device from its packaging.
Remove all packaging materials.
• Wipe the device surface with a soft damp
cloth. Apply wet cloth with mild detergent if
necessary.
CONNECTION TO A POWER OUTLET
• Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
• When disconnecting the device from power
outlet do not pull on the cord, pull only on the
plug.
INSTALLATION
• Turn the device’s supports all the way to the
outside until they stop.
• Install the device on a flat, firm, non-slip,
horizontal surface.
• Choose a place to set up the device in a way
were children can not reach the device.
• Place the tray for cut food products between
device supports.
• Make sure that the power cord does not
touch hot surfaces and sharp edges.
• The power cord should not be tightened
toomuch.
Handle
Load carriage
Knife
Protective metal shield
Product holder
Slice thickness regulator
On / off button
Fold-out Supports
Locking button for the protective plate
Protective plate
Button for the load carriage lock

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• Flip open the load carriage by pressing the
lock button. The protective plate located in
the horizontal position blocks movement of
the load carriage. This is necessary for safety
pruposes.
• Place the food product being cut on the load
carriage.
• Set the desired cutting thickness with the
knob.
• Move the protective plate to the vertical
position, while holding its lock button.
• Place the product into the holder.
Product holder
The device can not be used without the product
holder, except in cases when the dimensions
and/or shape of the product to be cut do not
allow the holder to be used.
It is necessary to use the holder when the food
product being cut is shorter than 10 cm.
The product holder allows cutting of such
small food products as mushrooms, tomatoes
orradishes.
The device has two cutting modes: pulse and
constant.
I — pulse mode (press and hold)
O — the device is turned off
II — constant mode
• Enable the selected mode.
• Begin cutting of food products only after the
motor has reached its full revolutions/speed
(after at least 2 seconds after the beginning
of operation).
• Turn the on / off button to the O position after
cutting is finished to turn the device off.
• Allow the motor to cool for 5 minutes after
prolonged use of the device.
Soft food products like cheese or ham are cut
best when cooled and at low speed.
It is better to cut larger food products into
smaller parts before placing them on the slicer.
This device will help to cut bread, ham,
sausage, cheese, fruits, vegetables and other
soft and medium-hardness products.
It is prohibited to use the slicer to cut hard
orsticky products – frozen food products,
bones, wood, metal and similar materials.

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KNIVES
Serrated knife
is suitable
for products
with a hard outside
and soft inside, such
as tomatoes or
bread with a crispy
crust.
The smooth knife is
universal and suitable
for cutting of meat
products
and cheeses.
KNIVES REPLACEMENT
Handle the knives with great care!
• Disconnect the device from power outlet.
• Move the load carriage to its initial position.
• Remove the metal knife shield.
• Unscrew the knife screw clockwise.
• Remove the installed knife.
• Replace the knife and turn the screw
counterclockwise.
• Install the protective metal shield.
CLEANING
Do not use wire sponges, chemicals, abrasive
cleaners, or products containing sulfanilamide
or citric acid in order to clean the device.
Do not try to scrape hard residues of food
products off the device by using solid objects.
It is not recommended to wash any parts of the
device or its accessories in the dishwasher.
CLEANING THE KNIVES
Handle the knives with great care!
• Disconnect the device from power outlet.
• Remove the knife.
• Wipe the knife with a damp cloth.
• Lubricate gears and sliding ring with
petroleum jelly or similar grease.
• Install the knife and lock it in with the screw,
turn counterclockwise until tightened.
In order to extend the service life of knives
itisrecommended to grease gears and sliding
ring using the petroleum jelly or similar grease
after each cleaning.

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LOAD CARRIAGE CLEANING
• Remove the load carriage by pressing
thecarriage lock.
• Wipe the load carriage with a damp cloth
orrinse under running water.
• Wipe guiding parts with a damp cloth
and grease them with the petroleum jelly
ora similar lubricant.
Lubricate guide parts once a month using
a few drops of oil that does not contain
tar, orpetroleum jelly. Remove excess oil
orpetroleum jelly with a soft cotton cloth.
• Hold the carriage lock, insert the carriage
andslide it forward along the guides.
STORAGE
It is recommended to store the device in
assembled condition in a cool dry place, away
from acids and bases, at a temperature from
5 to 30°C and relative humidity of 65%.
The device is equipped with a compact storage
section for the power cord.
The device can be folded into a compact case
which can be stored in a drawer or in a kitchen
cabinet.
• Please read this manual before using the
device. Not following the guidelines in this
manual may lead to personal injury and/or
damage to the user’s property.
• Before turning on the device make sure
that characteristics of the power outlet
correspond to those indicated on the
product rating label.
• It is prohibited to remove or damage the
information plate/label of the device and
its serial number. It is necessary for device
identification in the event of a malfunction.
• Do not touch the edges of the knives since
they are very sharp and can cause serious
injury.
• Do not allow any foreign bodies and/or
liquids to enter the housing of the device,
since it can lead to the device damage.
• It is prohibited to immerse the device, its
cord or plug into water or other liquid.
• The slicer is designed for home use.
• It is prohibited to use the slicer outdoors
orinmoving vehicles.
• Do not move the slicer during operation.
• Do not let the power cord hang from edges
oftables, do not lay it over heated surfaces,
and do not allow the cord get tangled.
• Always unplug the power cord from the
power outlet when leaving the slicer
unattended and after its use.
• Always unplug the power cord from the
power outlet prior to assembly, disassembly,
cleaning and prior to transfer to storage.
• Check the power cord, plug and housing
regularly for damage. In case of any damage
immediately stop using the slicer and bring
itto the nearest BORK service center.

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• This device is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or by people with a lack of experience and
knowledge.
• Hold the plug when disconnecting the
device from power outlet. Do not pull on
thepower cord, always pull on the plug.
• It is necessary to use the device on table
equipped with the product holder except
cases when dimensions and/or shape
ofthefood product being cut do not allow
the holder to be used.
• When the device is not in use, turn the slice
thickness adjuster to the position “zero”
sothat the metal plate covers the knife.
• Transportation of the device should only
be in the original packaging, as well as
intheupright position.
• The device should be disposed of in
accordance with the laws and regulations
ofthecountry, in which it is used.
• Knives are influenced by natural wear
and tear and their service life depends
ontheaccuracy oftheir use and upkeep.
TROUBLESHOOTING
• In case of a malfunction of the device,
immediately stop using it and send
ittothenearest BORK service center
fortesting, replacement or repairs.
• For safety reasons, all procedures on repair
and maintenance of the device must only
be performed by authorized BORK service
centers. Addresses and telephone numbers
of service centers can be found on the site
www.bork.ru or by calling 8 800 500 88 99.

INFORMATION ABOUT CERTIFICATION
The product is certified.
SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage: 230 V
Frequency: 50 Hz
Power: 45–170 W
Dimensions (H × W × D): 430×350×80 mm
Weight: 4.46 kg
Made in Germany
Information about the purpose of the product:
the device is intended for slicing of food
products.
No special sale conditions.
CONTENTS
Slicer: 1 pc.
Holder for food products: 1 pc.
Tray for cut food products: 1 pc.
Smooth knife: 1 pc.
Serrated knife: 1 pc.
Instruction manual with the warranty card: 1 pc.
Due to continuous product improvement we reserve
the right to make changes in design, packaging and
specifications of the product.
The latest version of this manual can be found
onthe website www.bork.ru. Dear customers, if you have any questions
related to the purchase, operation and
maintenance of BORK equipment please call:
8 800 500 88 99
(Information support service).

PLATINUM COLLECTION

WARRANTY CARD
The BORK company provides a warranty for 1 year from the date of sale of this product.
To avoid misunderstandings, we kindly ask you to carefully study the Instruction Manual,
the conditions of warranty, check the correctness of the warranty card. Warranty is valid if
correctly and legibly indicated: model, serial number of the product, the date of sale, clear
stamps of the firm-seller, the buyer’s signature. The model and serial number of the product
must correspond to those on the warranty card.
If any of these conditions or when the data specified in the warranty card, altered, deleted
or overwritten, the warranty card shall be deemed invalid. If the date of the sale cannot be
established, in accordance with the legislation on consumer protection, the warranty period
and service life are counted from the date of manufacture.
Product SLICER The date of manufacture is encoded in the serial number, for example:
1 and 2 signs — the week of manufacture; 3 and 4 signs — the year of manufacture;
the last 5 signs — serial number.
The product tested, complete, mechanical damage is absent.
I agree to the terms of the warranty and service.
Customer Signature Seller Signature
STAMP HERE
Model
Serial number
Date of purchase
Information about the Seller
(name, legal address)
Z780
Name and address of the manufacturer (the person authorized by the manufacturer), the importer, contact information are shown on the product packaging.
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TERMS OF SERVICE
The manufacturer reserves the right to refuse satisfying consumer demands for warranties in case of non-compliance with operating conditions, installation procedure, intentional or
careless actions of the buyer (customer) or third parties, which caused damage to the product.
Warranty does not cover:
• elements and details, with natural wear. Natural wear
means the consequences of product use which
caused the deterioration of its technical condition and
appearance due to the prolonged use of the product.
The warranty does not cover products
with damage caused by:
• misuse, neglect, improper storage, improper connection,
failure to observe the supplied operating instructions;
• foreign objects, substances, liquids, insects or animals
inside the body of the appliance;
• impact of high and low ambient temperatures on heat
sensitive parts of the product;
• physical and/or mechanical damage;
• Improper repairs and other interventions resulting
inchanges to the product design;
• connecting to to a power outlet with voltage other than
specified in the instruction and the rating label for use of
the product, or a non-compliance of the electric supply
to the laws and regulations of the country in which the
appliance is used;
• using the product for industrial and/or commercial
purposes;
• damaged electrical cords;
• using cleaning products, not specified in the operation
manual;
• the use of non-standard (non-original) consumables,
accessories, spare parts;
• force majeure circumstances (fire, flood, lightning).
Replacing faulty parts in the product (parts, components,
assembly units) during the warranty period does not lead
to the establishment of a new warranty period either for
theentire product or the part replaced.
SERVICE CENTER ADDRESSES
JSC "Сервис", Moscow, 10 Bolshaya Sadovaya St.
Information about service centers in your area can
befound at www.bork.com.

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