Buffalo Tools MEG51 Quick reference guide

MEG51
5-in-1 Grinder And Strainer
Assembly & Operating Instructions
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS AND LABELS...............................................................................................................2
GENERAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................................................................................3
FEATURES.........................................................................................................................................................................................3
PACKAGE CONTENTS......................................................................................................................................................................3
SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................................................................................3
COMPONENTS..................................................................................................................................................................................3
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES...........................................................................................................................................................4
ASSEMBLY.........................................................................................................................................................................................6
OPERATION.......................................................................................................................................................................................6
To Use As A Grater Or Slicer..................................................................................................................................................6
To Use As A Fruit Strainer......................................................................................................................................................7
To Use As A Sausage Stuffer, Meat Grinder And Kubbe Maker.............................................................................................8
MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................................................................8
RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS, WORDS & LABELS
This is a safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The warning and safety instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when operating or
cleaning tools and equipment. Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or manufacturer about
problems or conditions you do not understand before operating the product.
MEG51 Grinder And Strainer Assembly & Operating Instructions 2

GENERAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
FEATURES
• 5-In-1 Design Operates As A Meat Grinder, Salad Shredder, Fruit Juicer, Sausage Stuffer & Kubbe Maker
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• 1) Fine Grater, 1) Stainless Steel Feed Screw, 1) Food Hopper, 1) Coarse Grater, 1) Strainer,
1) Locking Ring, 1) Square Feed Grinder Head, 1) Round Feed Grinder Head, 1) Retaining Ring, 1) Kubbe
A
ttachment, 1) Slicer, 1) Coarse Plate, 1) Fine Plate, 1) Knife, 1) Dough Attachment, 1) Square Push Tube, 1)
Round Push Tube, 1) Sausage Stuffer, 1) Juice/Pulp Tray, 1) Feed Screw
1. Square Feed Grinder Head
2. Square Push Tube
3. Stainless Steel Feed Screw
4. Food Hopper
5. Sausage Stuffer
6. Locking Ring
7. Round Feed Grinder Head
8. Motor Housing
9. Fine Grater
10. Coarse Plate
11. Fine Plate
12. Slicer
13. Knife
14. Kubbe Attachment
15. Retaining Ring
16. Round Push Tube
17. Coarse Grater
18. Juice/Pulp Tray
19. Strainer
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5
4
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SPECIFICATIONS
• Rated Voltage 120V / 60Hz
• Rated Watts 200 Watts
• Rated Current 1.6 AMPS
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MEG51 Grinder And Strainer Assembly & Operating Instructions 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
COMMON SENSE AND CAUTION ARE FACTORS WHICH CANNOT BE BUILT INTO ANY PRODUCT.
THESE FACTORS MUST BE SUPPLIED BY THE OPERATOR.
Keep the work area clean and well lit. A cluttered work area may cause accidents.
Never use this product near flammable liquids or gasses.
Never allow children to use this product without responsible adult supervision. When operating this
product, keep children at a safe distance from the work area.
Wear suitable clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They may get caught in moving parts.
Never wear rings with protruding parts. Wear a hat over long hair. Wear rubber footwear.
Always wear safety goggles and ear protection when using the product.
Prevent electrical shock. Keep the power cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges and rough surfaces. Do
not operate if power cord is frayed or damaged.
Never move the product while it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Make sure the switch is in the
“OFF” position when the power cord is plugged-in.
Never use product in damp or wet conditions.
Never remove the plug or modify the plug in any way. Do not use adapter plugs with this product.
When in use, make sure this product is always plugged into an electrical receptacle with an appropriate
breaker switch.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES (Continued)
When not in use, store product in a secure, dry and safe place. The storage area should be lockable
and out of the reach of children.
Use a product designed for the job being performed. Never use the machine for anything other than its
intended purpose.
Maintain this product with care. This product works best and safest if it is kept clean. Observe the
instructions for maintenance and changing accessories. Keep dry and free of oil and grease.
If working outdoors, use extension cords marked and rated for outdoor use. When using machines
with a ground connection, an extension cord with a grounded connection should be used and connected to
a grounded outlet.
Stay alert. Do not use this product when impaired by medicine, drugs, or alcohol. Watch what you are
doing and use common sense for your safety.
Before starting the machine check that all safety devices and parts operate smoothly and
efficiently. Make sure that all moving parts are in good working order. Check the machine for any broken
parts. Make sure all parts are fitted properly and any other conditions that might affect the proper
functioning of the machine are correct. Do not use the machine when it cannot be switched on or off.
For your own safety, use only accessories recommended in this manual.
Service must be performed by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel could result in a risk or injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to
follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury
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REFERENCE. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS
PRODUCT. When unpacking, check to make sure all parts listed on page 3 are included. If any parts are
missing or broken, please call Customer Service at 1-888-287-6981.
MEG51 Grinder And Strainer Assembly & Operating Instructions 5

ASSEMBLY
Do not plug this unit into a power source until assembly is complete.
OPERATION
A
ttachment
Opening
Figure 1
TO USE AS A GRATER OR SLICER
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1. Unit should be unplugged while assembling. (Figure 1)
2. Insert Hopper into Attachment Openin
g
and twist upward until it snaps
into place. (Figure 2)
3. Insert Coarse Grater (C) into the Retaining Ring (D), then insert both
into the Hopper, closed end first. Twist until it is set in place. (Figure 3)
4. Plug the machine in, turn the power switch to “ON”, place food in the
hopper, and use the Square Push Tube (E) to gently feed food into
the spinning Grater. Do not force food into the hopper.
5. Repeat Steps 1-4 for the Fine Grater and Slicer attachments.
Hopper
Figure 2
C D
E
Figure 3

TO USE AS A FRUIT STRAINER
A
ttachment
Opening
Figure 1
Feed
Grinder
Head
Figure 2
Figure 3
A
1. Unit should be unplugged while assembling. (Figure 1)
2. Insert Feed Grinder Head into Attachment Opening and twist upward until it
snaps into place. (Figure 2)
3. Insert Feed Screw (A) into opening in the Feed Grinder Head and twist into
place. (Figure 3)
4. Screw the Strainer (B) onto the Feed Grinder Head, covering the Feed Screw.
(Figure 4.) Insert the Food Hopper (C) into the opening in the Feed Grinder
Head and install the Juice Tray (D) on the Food Strainer.
5. Position a receptacle under the end of the strainer and beneath the Juice Tray.
6. Plug the machine in and turn the machine to “ON”. Place food in the hopper,
and use the Round Push Tube to gently feed food into the spinning Feed
Screw. Do not force food into the hopper.
7. When finished, clean all the parts with warm, soapy water and store.
B
D
C
Figure 4
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TO USE AS A SAUSAGE STUFFER, MEAT GRINDER AND KUBBE MAKER
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MAINTENANCE
Always disconnect the Grinder/Strainer from its electrical power supply source before performing
any cleaning, inspection or maintenance.
Before and after use, wash all parts with warm soapy water.
Before and after use, wash all parts with warm soapy water.
Do not use solvents to clean the food surfaces of the machine.
Cover the machine with a cloth cover when not in use.
Attachment
Opening
1. Unit should be unplugged while assembling. (Figure 1)
2. Insert Feed Grinder Head into Attachment Opening and
twist upward until it snaps into place. (Figure 2)
3. Insert Stainless Steel Feed Screw (A) into opening in the
Feed Grinder Head and twist into place. (Figure 3)
4. Place the Knife on the Stainless Steel Feed Screw with the
blades facing outward. (Figure 4) The hexagonal center of
the Knife should fit the hexagonal center on the Stainless
Steel Feed Screw. Next, attach the Plate of your choice
over the Knife. Note: Each Plate snaps into notches in the
frame of the Feed Grinder Head. (Figure 5.)
5. Insert the Sausa
g
e Stuffer
(
B
)
throu
g
h the Lockin
g
Rin
g
(
C
)
before screwing it onto the Feed Grinder Head (Figure 6.)
6. Place a sausage casing over the open end of the Sausage
Stuffer. Turn the machine “ON”. Place food in the Food
Hopper and use the Round Push Tube to gently feed food
into the spinning Feed Screw and out into the sausage
casing. Do not force food into the hopper.
7. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 to use the Kubbe Attachments.
8. When finished, clean with warm, soapy water and store the
unit.
A
Round Feed
Grinder Head
Figure 3
Figure 5 Figure 6
Figure 2
Figure 4
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Figure 1
B
C