German Knife GBS-230A Specifications

OWNER & OPERATOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ModelNo.
GB S- 230A
GB S- 270S
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TABLE OFCONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
To ensure safe and trouble free performance of
your new German knife slicer, we suggest that
all personnel who
will use and maintain the
slicer read and understand the
manual before
operating the equipment. Should there be any
questions or if we can be of further assistance,
please call
us toll free at [phone] .
FOR PARTS AND/OR SERVICE, CONTACT:
GERMAN KNIFE, INC.
1-800-500-3519
www.gkradiance.com

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Operating and Service Manual 3
Outer Dimension 4
Specification, Motor Wiring 5
Adjustments 6
Start, When the Machine Operation is Blacked Due to Overloads 7
Cleaning, Changing Saw Blade 8
Parts Description GBS-230A 9
Parts Description GBS-270S 10
Electronic Circuit ------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Troubleshooting--------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Warranty ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13
German Knife Inc
4184 E. Conant St., Long Beach, CA 90808
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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OPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL
WARNING TO ALL PURCHASERS, OPERATORS AND OPERATION SUPERVISORS :
FAILURE TO READ AND ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN BODILY INJURY.
NOTE TO ELECTRICIAN: IF THE CARD & PLAY ON THIS MACHINE IS NOT CONNECTED
TO THE ELECRICAL SUPPLY SOURCE, THEN IT SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH, OR CON-
NECTED TO, A LOCKABLE MANUALLY-OPERATED DISCONNECT SWITCH.
1. Do not electric wire this Meat Saw. Have only a qualified and certified electrician wire this
Meat Saw as required. Be sure machine is grounded. Failure to ground this machine could
result in electric shock.
2. Do not place machine on sloping floor. Always place machine on flat non-skidfloor.
3. Do not use this Meat Saw for non-food products.
4. Do not attempt to operate this Meat Saw until this machine has been inspected and
demonstrated by the seller recognized GERMAN KNIFE Representative.
5. Do not attempt to operate this Meat Saw unless you or the operator has been properly
trained. Improper use or operation of this Meat Saw could result in bodily injury.
6. Do not leave Meat Saw in operation unattended.
7. Do not tamper, bypass, remove fixed guards, safety interlock electrical switches or any
other safety device.
8. Do not at any time force feed product through this Meat Saw.
9. Do not alter or modify this Meat Saw in any way from its original form.
10. Always use safety pusher plate supplied with each Meat saw when cutting small
product.
11. Do not touch moving blade or moving parts. Never place hand or arm between blade
and head column structure.
12. Always disconnect power supply before removing shrouds, removable guards, covers,
doors, fences, panels for servicing, cleaning or any other reason.
13. Use only GERMAN KNIFE parts and accessories properly installed, contact you
nearest service agency or The GERMAN KNIFE CORP. for authorized referral assistance.
14. Meat saw operating manuals as supplied with this power cutter are available from
GERMAN KNIFE.

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OUTER DIMENSION
GBS-230A
GBS-270S

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SPECIFICATION
MOTOR WIRING
1. Interchange of current is made in motor outlet box. Changing instructions are on
motor
plate or motor outlet box.
2. All Meat Saw are wired 120 volts unless otherwise specified. Be sure motor specifications
(voltage, cycle, phase) match power supply line. Be sure line voltage is up to specification.
3. Connect leads to machine in a manner that will be approve by local electrical inspectors.
4. We recommend not less than No. 12 wire, otherwise an overload condition may
occur .
5. The V-Beltis packed loose in machine to prevent deformation, and must be installed of
pulleys at time of wiring
motor .
6. The
GERMANY KNIFE CORP is not responsible for permanent wiring connection or
installations.
MODEL GBS-230A GBS-270S
Dimension 19" x 23.9" x 40"27.1" x 44.6" x 65.5"
Motor AC120Vx1Phasex3/4HP AC120Vx1Phasex1.5HP
We i g ht 88lbs 275lbs
Ta b l e
Stationary
7.6"x19.7" 11"x30"
Carriage 13.8"x22.4" 9.5"x13"
Loading 14" 22.2"
Length of Saw Blade 65.5"(1665mm) 92.9"(2360mm)

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ADJUSTMENTS
All adjustments have been made prior to shipping from factory
.
1. Always pull out the plug from Outlet before following the procedure for adjustment.
2. Adjustment of saw blade: Hang saw blade on the upper and lower wheel.
(1)Turn the handle of the upper part of the machine clockwise to adjust tension.
-GBS-230A : Turn until the sound with a bang occurs twice to three times.
(2)Adjust part A while rotating it little by little in order to accurately position Saw Blade.
Saw Blade is suitable to use when its distance between the back of the wheel side and
the end of the back of Saw Blade is 1mm, and the distance between the Saw Guide and
the back of the Saw Blade is 2mm.
2. Adjustment on V-BeltTension
Appropriate tension should be maintained on V-Beltfor smooth operation of the wheel.

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START
This machine has a magnetic safety switch installed to prevent running with the door open
to
break the electrical connection.
ㆍClose the door and latch top and bottom. Insert electrical plug into outlet.
ㆍPress the green "ON" button.
ㆍUse the red "STOP" button (Located below the start button) when finished.
WHEN THE MATHINE'S OPERATION IS BLOCKED
DUE TOOVERLOAD
The motor has an overload switch in
the control box located under the
motor cover which can cause the
motor not to start. This can be reset
in the event of a motor overload
condition.
ㆍ Make sure the area aroundthe sawbladeis clearbeforesrarting.
ㆍ Insure blade is properlypositionedin theguides and on the upper and lower wheels.

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CLEANING
Clean the machine often and thoroughly at least once a day
:
ㆍRemovethe saw blade, upper wheel door and rolling table
from the machine.
ㆍClean the machine with a soft brush or cloth and water.
Avoid water contact with electrical parts and motor area.
ㆍReplace all remove parts when finished.
ㆍThere is a scrap box below the lower wheel. Empty when it
is 2/3 full and keep it clean.
There are electrical partsunder the motor cover.
Avoid directing water on or around the motor cover.
This can result in a shortcircuit and/or electrical damage
of themachine.
CHANGING SAW BLADE
Be careful, Saw blade is SHARP!
ㆍPush rolling meat carriage all the way back.
ㆍ Release the saw blade by rotating handle on the top of the
machine counterclockwise.
ㆍRemovethe saw blade with care and install the new blade
on the upper and lower wheels.
Note : The teeth on the bone blades should point down in the
cutting section. If they don't point down, flip the blade inside
out to correct.
ㆍPosition the saw blade in the middle of the guides and
insure the teeth of the blade is on the front side of each
wheel.
ㆍTighten the blade by rotating the top handle clockwise.
DO NOT
OVER TIGHTEN Insure the blade is tracking
properly by turning the top wheel by hand slowly. Be careful
that your fingers are clear of moving parts!
Note : Over tightening the blade can cause premature
failure.Improper blade tension can cause the blade to come
off the wheels during operation.
There are electrical partsunder the motor cover.
Avoid directing water on or around the motor cover.
This can result in a shortcircuit and/or electrical damage
of themachine.

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GBS-230A
Tension
Assembly
Upper Wheel
Assembly
Safety s
aw
Guard cover
Door Assembly
Meat Gauge
Assembly
Meat pusher
assembly
Lower
Wheel
Assembly
Motor cover
Bearing
Case
Assembly
Base &
Scrap
Box

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GBS-270S
Tension
Assembly
Upper Wheel
Assembly
Upper Door
Assembly
Safety Saw
Guard Set
Meat Carriage
Assembly
Meat Gauge
Assembly
Channel
Assembly
Scrap Box
Lower Door
Assembly
Bearing Case
Assembly
Lower Wheel
Assembly

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ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT
MERIAGE PARTS
MODEL : GBS-230A
MODEL : GBS-270S

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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Meat Saw does not start.
1. Electrical cord is
unplugged.
2. Door is open.
3. Motor overload has
tripped.
1. Plug in electrical code.
2. Close door.
3. Reset motor overload.
Saw blade is breaking.
1. Over tightening of blade.
2. Blade is defective.
3. Blade is installed
incorrectly.
1. Do not over tighten
blade.
2. Replace blade.
3. Insure blade is turning
freely and is inside the
guide.
Saw blade is coming off.
1. Tension of blade is too
loose.
2. There is excessive grease
or dust on the blade or
wheels.
1. Keep blade at proper
tension.
2. Clean wheels and blade
or
replace blade.

LIMITED W ARRAN T Y
WARRANTY C L A I M:
German Knife / Radiance warrants that the equipment, as supplied from the factory to the end-user, is free from
defects in materials and workmanship. Should any part be found defective resulting from normal use within the defined
warranty period, German Knife / Radiance will gladly dispatch an authorized service agency to repair and/or replace
necessary parts under the following conditions.
Repairs under this warranty are to be performed by a German Knife / Radiance authorized service agency only.
German Knife / Radiance will not be responsible for service parts and labor charges performed by non-authorized
service companies. All claims should include the model number, serial number, proof of purchase, date of installation,
and all pertinent information supporting the alleged defect.
PRODUCTS UNDER WARRANTY:
One Year Warranty:
� Radiance Medium Duty Microwaves- ER/MR series (TMW-1100ER, TMW-1100MR)
� Radiance Ranges & Countertop cooking series
(All TAR-, TARG-, TAHP-, TARB-, TAMG-, TATG-, TASP-, TAWR-)
� Radiance Cheesemelters, Salamanders, Steam Tables, Hand Wrappers, and Food Warmers
(All TACM-, TASM-, RST-, RHW-, RFW-)
� German Knife Light Duty Slicer- LD series (GS-10LD, GS-12LD)
Two Year Warranty:
� German Knife Heavy Duty Meat Slicer- Automatic & Manual (GS-12A, GS-12M, GS-13A, GS-13M)
� German Knife Meat Grinder (All GG-)
� German Knife Band Saw (All GBS-)
Three Year Warranty:
� Radiance Heavy Duty Microwaves- HD Series (TMW-1200HD, TMW-1800HD)
Any part covered under this warranty that is found by German Knife / Radiance to have been defective within the
above time period is limited to the repair or replacement, including labor charges, of defective parts or assemblies.
The labor charges shall include standard straight time labor charges only and reasonable travel time as determined
by German Knife / Radiance.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY:
German Knife / Radiance’s sole obligation under this warranty is limited to either repair or replacement of parts,
subject to the additional limitations below. This warranty neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume
obligations other than those expressly covered by this warranty.
� Equipment failure resulting from improper installation will not be honored under warranty. Examples are
wrong utility connection and improper utility supply problems.
� Equipment that has not been maintained accordingly. Examples are calibration of controls, adjustment to
pilots and burners, and damage from improper cleaning.
� Equipment that has not been used in an appropriate manner, alteration, neglect, abuse, misuse, accident,
damage during transit or installation, fire, food, acts of God.
� Warranty is not transferrable and only applies in favor of the original purchaser.
� Equipment failure resulting from electrical power failure, use of extension cords, low voltage, and voltage
drops to the unit.
These warranties are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, including implied warranty and merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose. No consequential damages. German Knife / Radiance is not responsible for economic
loss, profit loss or special, indirect, or consequential damages. There are no warranties which extend beyond the
description on the face hereof.
Outside the U.S., this warranty does not apply to, and German Knife / Radiance is not responsible for, any warranty
claims made on products sold or used outside the continent of the United States.