Gastroback 41600 User manual

GASTROBACK®
Operating Instructions
Design Electric Knife
Art.-Nr. 41600 Design Electric Knife
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
• Always release the on button, unplug the appliance and wait for the motor to
stop, before assembling/dismantling or cleaning the appliance.
• WARNING: Moving the on switch the motor does function even when the blades
are not correctly assembled. Ensure that the blades are correctly connected
before attaching them to the handle to avoid personal injury. Always use both
blades when operating the Electric Knife.Do not place your fingers in the blade
slot of the handle.
• WARNING: The blades of the knife are extremely sharp! Do not touch the blades
if the power cord is connected to the power outlet. Always grasp the knife by
the safety guards. Do not let kids play with the appliance.
• Do not touch the moving parts of the appliance.
• Do not cut extremely hard food, such as bones or simular hard food.
• ATTENTION: Do not use the appliance in continuous operation for more than 5
minutes to avoid overheating. If processing large quantities of food, regularly
interrupt the operation and unplug the appliance for at least 3 minutes, allow the
motor to cool down.
• Do not place the appliance or any part of it in an automatic dishwasher!
• The appliance is for household only.
Wavy blade for cutting vegetable, fruit,
cakes and alike.
Multifunctional blade for cutting meat,
bread and alike.
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The Gastroback Design Electic Knife is applicable for multifunctional purposes such as
cutting meat, vegetables, bread, pastry, etc.
Important Safeguards
Carefully read all instructions before operating and save the instructions for future reference.
Do not attempt to use this appliance for any other than the intended use, as described
in these instructions. Any other use, especially misuse, can cause severe injury or damage
by electric shock, fire or moving mechanical parts. These instructions is an essential part
of the appliance. When passing on the appliance to a third person, ensure to include
these instructions.
Any operation, repair and technical maintenance of the appliance or any part of it other
than described in these instructions may only be performed at an authorised service centre.
Please contact your vendor. The appliance is for household only.
Safeguards for Daily Operation
• The appliance is designed for normal household quantities. Do not operate or store
the appliance outdoors or in damp or wet areas. Do not operate the appliance in
continuous operation for more than 5 minutes to avoid overheating. If cutting large quantities
of food, regularly interrupt the operation and unplug the appliance for at least 3 minutes.
Allow the motor to cool down to avoid overheating.
• Do not attempt to operate the appliance using any parts or accessories not recommended
by the manufacturer (i.e. blades). Do not operate the appliance, when the appliance or
any part of it is likely to be damaged, to avoid risk of fire, electric shock or any other
damage or injury to persons. Do not attempt to open the motor housing or to repair the
power cord. Check the entire appliance regularly for proper operation. The appliance
is likely to be damaged if the appliance was subject to inadmissible strain (i.e. overheating,
mechanical, or electric shock) or if there are any cracks, excessively frayed parts,
distortions or the motor stalls or sticks. In this case, immediately unplug the appliance
and return the entire appliance (including all parts and accessories) to an authorised
service centre for examination and repair.
• Do not lift, pull or carry the appliance by the power cord.
• Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near young children. Do
not let young children play with any parts of the appliance or the packing. The blades
are extremely sharp. The appliance is NOT intended for use by children or infirm
persons. Take care that no one will pull the appliance by the power cord, especially
when young children are near. Always place the appliance on a clean, dry and stable
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surface where it is protected from inadmissible strain (i.e. mechanical or electric shock,
overheating, frost, moisture) and where young children cannot reach it.
• Operate the appliance on a well accessible, stable, level, dry, and suitable surface.
Do not place the appliance or any part of it on or near hot surfaces (heater, gas burner,
grill, or oven). Do not place the appliance near the edge of the surface or on inclined
or wet surfaces or where it can fall. Keep the entire appliance away from direct sunlight
and sharp edges.
• Always IMMEDIATELY release the on button, wait for the blades to stop moving, and
then unplug the appliance, if the appliance is not in use (even for a short break) and
before assembling, dismantling or cleaning.
• Do not immerse the motor housing or power cord in water or any other liquid. Do not
pour or drip any liquids on the motor housing or power cord. When liquids are spilled
on the motor housing, immediately unplug the appliance and dry the motor housing to
avoid risk of electric shock or fire. Do not attempt to operate the appliance, when
liquids are on or in the motor housing.
• Do not place the appliance or any part of it in an automatic dishwasher!
• To avoid damage, do not use any abrasive cleaners, corrosive chemicals (i.e. disinfectants,
bleach) or cleaning pads for operation or cleaning. Do not use any hard or sharp utensils
for operation or cleaning.
• The appliance is intended for cutting food. Do not use the appliance for any other
purpose. Do not cut extremely hard food, such as bones or simular hard food.
• Before use, always make sure that the appliance is assembled properly and completely
(see Operation). Do not leave any food dry on the surfaces of the appliance. Always
handle the entire appliance and all parts of it with care and without violence.
Important Safeguards for all Electrical Appliances
• Always operate the appliance near a suitable wall power outlet and connect the appliance
directly to the power outlet. Do not use any extension cords or a multiple electrical
adopters.
• Ensure that the voltage rating of your mains power supply corresponds to the voltage
requirements of the appliance (220/230 V, 50 Hz, AC). Always connect the appliance
directly to a mains power supply wall socket with protective conductor (earth) connected
properly. The installation of a residual current safety switch with a maximum rated
residual operating current of 30 mA in the supplying electrical circuit is strongly recommended.
If in doubt, contact your local electrician for further information.
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• Do not leave the appliance unattended while connected to the power supply. Always
release the on button and IMMEDIATELY unplug the appliance after operation and if it is
not in use (even for a short break) and before cleaning and/or assembling or dismantling.
Always grasp the plug to disconnect the appliance from the power outlet.
• Always handle the power cord with care. Do not pull or strain the power cord. The
power cord may never be knotted or squeezed. Do not let the power cord hang over
the edge of the table or counter. Take care not to entangle in the power cord. Do not
touch the appliance with wet hands to avoid risk of electric shock. Do not touch the
appliance, if it is damp or wet or is touching wet surfaces while connected to the mains
power supply. In this case, immediately unplug the appliance and dry the appliance (see
‘Care and Cleaning’).
Moving Parts – Risks of Injury to Persons
• Always release the on button, unplug the appliance and wait for the motor to stop,
before assembling/dismantling or cleaning the appliance. Always place the appliance on
a stable, level and dry surface, where it can not fall.
•The blades of the knife insert are extremely sharp. Do not touch the blades.
Do not use the tools of the appliance, especially the blades, for any other purpose, than
described in these instructions, to avoid severe injury and damage. Always handle the
tools of the appliance with care and without violence.
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Knowing Your Design Electric Knife
Stainless steel blades:
Serrated stainless steel blades are durable and sharp for efficient slicing and carving.
Two sides blade release button:
Conveniently located on the side of the handle for thumb and first finger action release
of the stainless steel blades.
Biased-on switch with safety lock:
Located under handle for ease of operation. Double motion switch provide extra safety.
To turn the appliance on you have to pull the complete switch towards you. Releasing
the switch the motor turns off automatically.
Ergonomic handle:
It provides convenient and simple to operate. The ergonomic design provides comfort,
versatility and control when carving both vertically and horizontally.
Stand:
The knife can stand on the table. The blades should always face down.
Safety guards:
It is a handle for insert and removal of blades.
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Safety guards
Two sides blade release button
Biased-on switch
with safety lock
Stainless steel blades Ergonomic hanldle with rubber
coating for comfartable grip
Wavy blade for cutting vegetable, fruit,
cakes and alike.
Multifunctional blade for cutting meat,
bread and alike.
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Operation
The Electric Knife works extremely quick and is designed only for short time operation of
max. 5 minutes. If you need it for longer, switch it off after 5 minutes and allow the motor
to cool for 3 minutes.
The appliance has a biased-on switch with safety lock, which prevents switching on of
the appliance if the switch is not handled correctly.
If the motor slows down or can not reach its normal speed, then release the on button, and
unplug the appliance from the wall power outlet. Check whether there is any obstruction
between the blades, and remove it. Act upon instructions ‘Care and Cleaning’.
Before first use
After unpacking, remove all promotional and packing materials as well as any foreign objects.
Before first use and after a long period of storage, clean the blades and the appliance
with a damp sponge and warm soapy water (see ‘Care and Cleaning’). Before
connecting the appliance to the mains power supply, always ensure that the appliance
is assembled correctly, according to the following instructions. Always release the on
button, wait until the motor stops and unplug the appliance before assembling or
dismantling. The appliance is not developed for cutting extremely hard food, such as
bones or seeds of fruits.
1.Place the container on a suitable, stable, dry, and clean working surface.
(see: ‘Safeguards for Daily Operation’).
2. Connect the two blades before you insert them into the handle.
WARNING: Moving the on switch the motor does function even when the blades are not
correctly assembled. Do not place your fingers in the blade slot of the handle. The blades
of the knife insert are extremely sharp! Do not touch the blades. Always grasp the knife
insert by the safety guards.
Interlock blades together before inserting into the appliance. To assemble blades, grasp
shaft ends below the safety guards. Take the blade with the rivet in your left hand. The
rivet should be facing upright and the safety guard downward. With the right hand you
take the other blade (safety guard facing upright). This blade has a hole and a narrow
channel.
Bring blades together ensuring tips remain together (see Diagram).
WARNING: Ensure that the blades are correctly connected to
avoid personal injury. The safety guards should be facing the
outside and the blades are not getting easily taken apart.
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channel
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3. Hold assembled blades by the safety guards and
slice shafts gently into the blade slot until clipped
into position (see Diagram). Make sure blades
inserted to main body in position. Try to pull out
blades carefully. If blades do not move, blades are
fixed to main body.
WARNING: Always ensure that the power cord is unplugged before assembling
or dismantling the appliance. The motor could get started accidently switching the
on button.
4. When the blades are fitted connect the power outlet. Make sure that the power
cord is well away from moving blades when you start operating the appliance.
5. Holding the knife with one hand, slide and press the switch under the handle to
activate the motor. Releasing the switch will automatically stop the motor.
WARNING: Avoid contact with the moving parts. Keep hands, hair, clothing and
other utensils away from moving blades during operation to prevent personal injury
and/or damage to the knife.
NOTE: Do not use the appliance in continuous operation for more than 5 minutes to
avoid overheating. If processing large quantities of food, regularly interrupt the opera-
tion and unplug the appliance for at least 3 minutes, allow the motor to cool down.
If the motor slows down or can not reach its normal speed, then release the on button,
and unplug the appliance from the wall power outlet. Check whether there is any
obstruction between the blades, and remove it. Act upon instructions ‘Care and
Cleaning’.
6. When slicing is completed, release the on switch, turn the power off at the power
outlet and remove the plug. Press the blade release buttons with first finger and thumb
of one hand and with the other hand hold the blades by the safety guards with the
cutting edge facing downward and pull the blades out of the slots.
WARNING: The blades are sharp! Handle with extreme care. We recommend only
touching the safety guard when moving the blades. Do not fit or remove blades whilst
the knife is connected to the power outlet. Do not allow children to operate the appliance.
7. After use, act upon instructions ‘Care and Cleaning’. Do not let any food to dry on
the appliance.
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safety guard handle
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Tips for best cutting results
• Always place food to be sliced on a wooden or plastic cutting board. Do not slice
food on china, metal or bench tops, as scratching may occurs.
• Use the multifunctional blade for cutting meat and bread and the wavy blade
for cutting vegetable, fruit, cakes and alike.
• Guide blades through food. A sawing action is not necessary. So not force blades
through food.
• To maintain the sharpness of blades, do not cut through bones, fruit pips or stones or
any other hard substances.
• For best results when carving meat and poultry allow cooked meat to stand for
10-15 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to set and makes carving easier and
neater.
• Before carving meat or chicken, remove skewers. If desired, string may be left around
the meat whilst carving. The use of carving fork to steady the meat assists in carving
straight, even slices.
• Do not attempt to sharpen blades.
Care and Cleaning
WARNING: To avoid injury to persons and damage, always release the on button, wait
for the motor to stop completely and unplug the appliance, immediately after operation
and before assembling/dismantling or cleaning the appliance.
The blades of the knife are very sharp! Do not touch the blades. To handle the blades,
always hold on to the safety guide.
CAUTION: DO NOT place the handle or power cord in an automatic dishwasher. Do not
immerse the motor or power cord in any liquids or spill any liquids on it or place the
motor on wet surfaces. Always wipe off spilled liquids immediately.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, cleaning pads, corrosive chemicals (disinfectants, bleach)
or any sharp or hard objects (i.e. metal scouring pads) for cleaning, for this could damage
the surfaces. Always handle the entire appliance with care and without violence.
1. Release the on button, wait for the motor to stop completely, and unplug the appliance
from the power outlet before removing the blades and/or cleaning.
2. Press the blade release buttons with first finger and thumb of one hand. With the other
hand hold the blades by the safety guards with the cutting edge facing downward and
pull the blades out of the slots. Unlock the blades by sliding apart. Always hold the
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blades by the shaft end, behind the safety guard, when handling and cleaning.
3. Wash blades in hit soapy water with a soft cloth or sponge. Soak stubborn residues
in warm dish-water for ca. 10 minutes, before cleaning. Rinse thoroughly and dry
completely. Do not use abrasive scourcing pads or powders on blades.
4. Wipe the motor housing and power cord with a damp soft cloth. Take care not to spill
or drip water or any other liquids on the motor housing.
5. Thoroughly dry the motor housing and all parts of the appliance after each cleaning.
Leave all parts dry naturally where they are out of reach of young children. For safety
storage store the handle and the blades in the stand.
Storage
Always clean the appliance before storing (see ‘Care and Cleaning’).
Ensure to store the appliance where it is clean, dry and safe from frost, direct sunlight
and inadmissible strain (mechanical or electric shock, heat, moisture) and where it is out
of reach of young children. Place the appliance on a clean and stable surface, where it
can not fall. Do not place any hard or heavy objects on the appliance.
To avoid touching the blades unintentionally, it is good advice to store the blades in the
stand.
Waste disposal
Dispose of the appliance must be effected in accordance with the corresponding local
regulations and requirements for electrical appliances. Please contact your local disposal
company.
Warranty
We guarantee that all our products are free of defects at the time of purchase.
Any demonstrable manufacturing or material defects will be to the exclusion of any
further claim and within 2 years after purchasing the appliance free of charge repaired
or substituted.
There is no Warranty claim of the purchaser if the damage or defect of the appliance is
caused by inappropriate treatment, over loading or installation mistakes. The Warranty
claim expires if there is any technical interference of a third party without an written agreement.
The purchaser must present the sales slip in assertion-claims and has to bear all charges
of costs and risk of the transport.
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