EDLUND FDW-014 Quick start guide

SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
EDLUND TITAN Max-Cut, Models FDW/FDWW-014, -038, -012
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFOREOPERATING THE TITAN MAX-CUT.
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCING THE EDLUND TITAN MAX-CUT....................................................... 1
Conventions used in this manual.......................................................................................... 1
Specifications for the Edlund TITAN Max-Cut, Models FDW/FDWW-014, -038, -012........................ 2
CHAPTER 2 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES .................................................................................3
Labels .......................................................................................................................... 3
Operating the TITAN Max-Cut Safely.................................................................................... 4
Additional Information and Potential Changes...........................................................................5
CHAPTER 3 - OPERATING YOUR EDLUND TITAN MAX-CUT........................................................6
Using the Edlund TITAN Max-Cut........................................................................................ 6
Edlund Titan Max-Cut Features..........................................................................................11
CHAPTER 4 - MAINTAINING THE EDLUND TITAN MAX-CUT .......................................................12
Cleaning and Inspection....................................................................................................12
CHAPTER 5 – TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................14
Troubleshooting Table......................................................................................................14
CHAPTER 6 - PARTS LISTS, DIAGRAMS, AND WARRANTY.........................................................15
Parts List - Edlund TITAN Max-Cut, Models FDW/FDWW-014, -038, -012 ..................................15
Exploded View - Edlund TITAN Max-Cut, Models FDW/FDWW-014, -038, -012............................16
Warranty .....................................................................................................................18

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CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCING THE EDLUND TITAN MAX-CUT
This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new Edlund TITAN Max-Cut. Careful adherence to the
safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of productive use. Please let us know of
any questions you may have. To expedite your call, please have your serial number and/or order number handy.
For technical assistance, please call Toll-Free 1-800-772-2126 and one of our Customer Service Representatives
will be happy to help you.
Conventions used in this manual
(ORANGE)
THIS INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT
IN MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY .
NOTE: This information may be helpful to you.
Tip: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your Edlund TITAN Max-Cut.

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Specifications for the Edlund TITAN Max-Cut, Models FDW/FDWW-014, -038, -012
Model Number FDWW-014 1/4" Dice Grid (6.4mm) w/ wall mount
Model Number FDW-014 1/4" Dice Grid (6.4mm) w/ suction cup base
Model Number FDWW-038 3/8" Dice Grid (10mm) w/ wall mount
Model Number FDW-038 3/8" Dice Grid (10mm) w/ suction cup base
Model Number FDWW-012 1/2" Dice Grid (13mm) w/ wall mount
Model Number FDW-012 1/2" Dice Grid (13mm) w/ suction cup base
Model Number FDW No Base/Blade/Pusher
Figure 1

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Warning #L316
CHAPTER 2 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ THIS SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE EDLUND TITAN MAX-CUT.
BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST PERFORMANCE
FROM YOUR MAX-CUT.
Labels
Your Edlund TITAN Max-Cut carries prominent labels as reminders for its proper and safe use. Shown below are
copies of all the labels that appear on the equipment. Take a moment to study them and make a note of their
location on your Edlund TITAN Max-Cut before you operate the Max-Cut. Replace damaged or missing safety and
information labels immediately.
Cut Hazard #L229
Read Manual #L228

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Operating the TITAN Max-Cut Safely
YOU MUST OPERATE THE MAX-CUT SAFELY. UNSAFE OPERATION MAY RESULT IN A NUMBER OF
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS. THE MAX-CUT CAN CUT, AND SEVER PARTS OF YOUR BODY IF THEY
BECOME CAUGHT BETWEEN THE BLADES AND THE PRODUCT BEING CUT. ALWAYS TAKE THE
FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE MAX-CUT:
· NEVER ALLOW PEOPLE WHO ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO USE THE MAX-CUT.
· NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE MAX-CUT.
· ALWAYS OPERATE THE MAX-CUT FROM DIRECTLY IN FRONT WITH THE END CAP CLOSED.
· ALWAYS OPERATE THE MAX-CUT WITH BOTH HANDS ON THE HANDLE.
· ALWAYS USE THE WASH GUARD DURING WASHING AND STORAGE OF THE BLADE CARTRIDGE.
· IN CASE OF JAMMED PRODUCE IN THE BLADES AREA, USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN DISLODGING.
· DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE JAMMED PRODUCE WITH BARE HAND. REMOVE THE BLADE
CARTRIDGE AND SPRAY AND RINSE IN THE SINK.
· WE RECOMMEND WEARING PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS
WHILE CUTTING PRODUCT TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM POSSIBLE SPLASHING OF LIQUID FROM
THE PRODUCT.
· DO NOT, UNDER ANY CONDITIONS, REMOVE, BEND, CUT, FIT, WELD, OR OTHERWISE ALTER
STANDARD PARTS ON THE EDLUND TITAN MAX-CUT. MODIFICATIONS COULD CAUSE PERSONAL
INJURIES AND WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
· CHECK THE BLADES FOR WEAR, CRACKS, DENTS AND BENDS.
· DO NOT OPERATE THE MAX-CUT WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR
MEDICATION.
· INSPECT THE MAX-CUT BEFORE AND AFTER OPERATING EACH DAY OR SHIFT AND AFTER ANY
CHANGE OR ADJUSTMENT FOR:
Þ LOOSE SCREWS,
Þ ALL COVERS AND GUARDS ARE IN PLACE,
Þ DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS,
Þ BENT BLADES & PUSHERS,
Þ DAMAGED OR LOOSE BLADES,
Þ NO BROKEN WELDS AND,
Þ ASSURE THAT THE MAX-CUT HAS RECEIVED A THOROUGH CLEANING.

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Tip: Reference page 14 for Troubleshooting tips.
No list of Warnings and Cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur that are not covered by this manual, the
operator must apply common sense and operate this machine in a safe manner.
Additional Information and Potential Changes
The Edlund Company reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without notice
or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at
printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your
TITAN Max-Cut.

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CHAPTER 3 - OPERATING YOUR EDLUND TITAN MAX-CUT
This chapter covers the procedures for operating your new Edlund TITAN Max-Cut and discusses basic
operation features. You may find it helpful to review the Features in Figure 2 on page 11.
Using the Edlund TITAN Max-Cut
Mounting the Wall Bracket
The TITAN Max-Cut can be mounted to the wall using the Wall Mount Bracket. Models FDWW-014, FDWW-038,
and FDWW-012 include the Wall Mount Bracket. Additional Wall Mount Brackets can be purchased separately.
To attach the Bracket to the wall, select the preferred location for the Bracket, taking into account the size and
space needed to operate the TITAN Max-Cut (see Figure 1). Orient the Bracket vertically, with the mounting
hooks pointing up. Align the two mounting holes to be centered on a wall stud. Use appropriate sized Lag Screws
capable of holding a minimum of 150 lbs to secure the Wall Mount to the wall. It is very important the Wall Mount
Bracket is securely fastened to a wall before use. If you are unsure of how to fasten the Wall Mount Bracket, please
consult a professional contractor for installation.
1. Your Max-Cut has been configured to one of the following sizes: 1/4" (6.4mm) Dice Grid, 3/8" (10mm)
Dice Grid, 1/2" (13mm) Dice Grid, 6-Slice Wedger or an 8-Slice Wedger. Verify the Blades and Pusher
match by checking the size stamp on both.
USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING THE BLADE CARTRIDGE, THE BLADES ARE VERY SHARP. ALWAYS
HAVE THE WASH GUARD ATTACHED TO THE BLADE CARTRIDGE WHEN HANDLING.
2. Lift the Handle Arm to its full upright position.
3. Engage the Handle lock Latch by rotating clockwise (Figure 2 on page 11).
4. Open the Cartridge Retainer (Figure 2 on page 11) by rotating it up. Orient the selected Blade Cartridge
and slide it into the Max-Cut. The Blade Cartridge can only go into the unit in one orientation, with the
Front Flange down and the Cartridge Alignment Holes towards the back of the unit.
5. Make sure the Cartridge Alignment Holes (Figure 2 on page 11) are fully seated on the Alignment Pins
in the Max-Cut unit.
6. Fully close the Cartridge Retainer by rotating it downward until it “snaps” over the Blade Cartridge.

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NOTE: The Cartridge Retainer will not close until the Blade Cartridge is fully seated into the
Max-Cut. Do not operate without the Cartridge Retainer end cap fully closed and
“snapped” down.
7. Place a container at the front of the Max-Cut, beneath the Blades to receive the cut product.
8. Place the product to be cut on the Blades, against the V-Bed.
9. With both hands on the Handle, pull the Handle Arm all the way down. The cut produce will fall into the
container.
10. Place more produce in the Max-Cut and repeat as required.
NOTE: Experience will dictate how fast you should lower the Handle Arm with a continuous fluid
motion. For diced produce, slice to desired thickness first, and then place on the dicing
grid. It is not recommended to cut more than 2 layers of produce per dicing action.

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Changing Between Grid and Wedge Sizes
1. If a Blade Cartridge and Pusher are already mounted on the Max-Cut, remove them following the
"Cleaning and Inspection" instructions (Chapter 4).
2. Verify that the Grid or Wedge size of the desired Blade Cartridge and Pusher match.
3. Install the Pusher by aligning the two plastic clips with the slots on the Pusher Plate. Push the clips up,
aligning the pins on the Plastic Pusher with the alignment holes on the Pusher Plate. Continue to slide the
Plastic Pusher up until the clips "snap" over the Pusher Plate tabs.
4. Install the Blade Cartridge by following the "Using the Edlund TITAN Max-Cut" instructions.
5. Check the clearance between the Pusher Tips and the Blades: the Pusher Tips should be spaced evenly
between the Blades. Refer to the Troubleshooting section (Chapter 5) for information on how to
diagnosis misalignment of the Pusher and blades.
Using the Extra Blade Cartridge Storage Slot
1. A Wash Guard should be attached to the Blade Cartridge before inserting into the Extra Storage Slot.
Attach the Wash Guard following the "Clean and Inspection" instructions (Chapter 4).
2. Flip the Blade cartridge over so the underside is on top.
3. Start by sliding the rear of the Blade Cartridge into the front cutouts of the Storage Slot.
4. Slide the Blade Cartridge all the way to the back, aligning the Blade Cartridge with the cutouts in the rear
of the Titan Max-cut unit.
5. Continue to slide the Blade Cartridge until the front flange, now on the top, stops against the frame of the
Max-Cut. Let the Blade Cartridge drop to rest on the internal shelf.
6. To remove the Blade Cartridge: Lift up the front of the Blade Cartridge and pull away from the Base.