Guide Gear 1A-MM270 User manual

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7 GALLON MEAT MIXER
Owner’s Manual
WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety
precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Item # 1A-MM270

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Congratulations on your Guide Gear™ purchase.
Take your game to the next level with field-tested
Guide Gear™ products for a confident, competitive edge that
strikes the perfect balance between performance and value.
For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below:
Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________
Purchase Date: ____________________________________________
Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read
the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin
using it.
This meat mixer is designed for certain applications only. The
Sportsman’s Guide and Northern Tool & Equipment Company, Inc. are
not responsible for issues arising from modification or improper use of
this product such as an application for which it was not designed. We
strongly recommend that this product not be modified and/or used for
any application other than that for which it was designed.
DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE.
For help with assembly, service, or missing/defective parts,
Please call our toll-free number:
1-800-545-9633
Or email:
[email protected]
M-F 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM CST
Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CST
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Table of Contents
Intended Use ........................................................................................................................................ 3!
Technical Specifications .................................................................................................................... 3!
Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................. 3!
Specific Operation Warnings ............................................................................................................. 5!
Main Parts of Meat Mixer .................................................................................................................... 6!
Assembly for Manual Operation ........................................................................................................ 6!
Using Meat Mixer with an Electric Grinder ....................................................................................... 7!
Locking Meat Mixer Tank .................................................................................................................... 8!
Mixing Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 8!
Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................... 9!
Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................................ 10!
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................................... 11!
Intended Use
For the self-sufficient person, harvesting game doesn't end at the field. Our Guide Gear® Meat Mixer
makes it easy to finish the job by blending game meat with your favorite spices, mix it with fattier-
content meat, or mix together the perfect batch for delicious homemade sausages. Simply fill the
mixing tank, add water or spices through the spice slot on the lid, and turn the handle to propel the
mixing paddles. For added convenience, the filling tank tilts forward for easy filling. Simply pull on the
locking hub knob until the pin releases, then tilt the tank forward. For household use only.
Technical Specifications
Property
Specification
Capacity
7 Gallons/40 Pounds of Meat
Weight
34.3 Pounds
Tank Material
Rust Resistant Stainless Steel
Dimensions
22” x 19” x 11.5”
Paddle Material
Stainless Steel, Removable 4 Paddle Auger
Lid Material
Clear Food Grade Acrylic Lid
Spice & Water Slot
Yes
Tilt Function
90 Degree Tilt Function with Lockable Positions
Compatible with attachments?
Compatible with most Electric and Hand-Powered Meat Grinders
Handle
10” Removable Handle
Important Safety Information
WARNING
• Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury
or property damage.
• The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or

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situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this meat mixer.
Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the meat mixer is used in a safe and
responsible manner.
• Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the meat mixer until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of how it works.
• Do not modify this meat mixer in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function
and/or safety and could affect the life of the product. There are specific applications for which the
product was designed.
• Use the right meat mixer for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of
larger industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this meat mixer was designed.
This meat mixer will be safer and do a better job at the capacity for which it was intended. DO
NOT use this meat mixer for a purpose for which it was not intended.
• Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
WARNING
WORK AREA SAFETY
• Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the product in confined work areas
may put you dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
• Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the meat mixer. Do not
allow children to handle the product.
• Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your
work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury
and/or property damage if contacted.
WARNING
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the meat mixer. Do
not use the meat mixer while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating the meat mixer may result in serious personal injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving
parts. Air vents on the meat mixer often cover moving parts and should be avoided.
• Wear the proper personal protective equipment when necessary. Use ANSI Z87.1 compliant safety
goggles (not safety glasses) with side shields, or when needed, a face shield. This applies to all
persons in the work area.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

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CAUTION
PRODUCT USE AND CARE
• Do not force the meat mixer. Meat mixers are safer and do a better job when used in the manner
for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct product for the job.
• Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the product will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the
product with a damaged part.
• Store the product when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.
Inspect the meat mixer for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your product.
Accessories that may be suitable for one meat mixer may create a risk of injury when used with
another meat mixer.
• Never operate the product without the lid in place.
• Do not leave the meat mixer unattended.
Specific Operation Warnings
WARNING
• Avoid contact with moving parts. Never put your fingers near the blade while it is operation.
• Never put the meat mixer near a hot burner, in an oven, or in a dishwasher. Meat mixer parts are
not dishwasher safe.
• Place the meat mixer on a firm and stable surface away from the edge of the worktop. The mixer
should not move or shift during use. Never use the meat mixer unless it is fully upright and
completely assembled.
• Never use abrasive cleaning agents or abrasive cloths when cleaning the unit.
• Use the meat mixer to mix only designated food. Do not attempt to mix frozen food, bones,
cardboard, plastic, etc. These could damage the mixing shaft.
• Clean meat mixer and blade according to instructions.
• Always remove the handle of the meat mixer when not in use.
• Keep fingers and hands away from mixing shaft and paddles during use. Never reach into mixing
tub while mixing shaft and paddles are in motion. Severe injury may result.
• Do not clean your meat mixer with flammable liquids. The fumes may create a fire or an explosion

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Main Parts of Meat Mixer
Part
Description
Part
Description
1
Meat Mixing Tank
9
Locking Pin
2
Axel Paddle
10
2 Springs
3
Clear Tank Lid
11
Hub Locking Knob
4
2 Brackets
12
Axel Adjusting Knob
5
4 Wing Screws
13
Spline Shaft
6
4 Wing Screws
14
Handle
7
Rubber Feet Bolts
15
Axel Drive Shaft
8
4 Feet Bolt Nuts
16
O-Ring
Assembly for Manual Operation
WARNING
• Wash and dry all parts thoroughly before assembling. Remove all grease and oil from surface.
1. Remove parts from carton and meat mixing tank.
2. Place the unit on a stable, level surface.
3. Screw adjustable rubber feet bolts through each hole on the bottom of stand.
4. Make sure all rubber feet bolts are adjusted to the same level to assure stability.
5. Thread a foot locking nut to each rubber foot bolt and tighten to secure.
6. First match up the bottom locking hub on meat mixing tank with retractable hub locking knob.
7. Pull the hub locking knob then release until the locking pin slides into the bottom of the hub locking
knob, so that the meat mixing tank is in an upright position.

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8. Install the axel paddle by lining up slotted end of axel paddle to slotted end of axel adjusting knob
on inside meat mixing tank.
9. Pull the axel adjusting knob out and align axle paddle with locking pin and release to lock into
place. IMPORTANT: Be sure the axle paddle is properly locked into place to avoid unnecessary
wear on unit.
10. Attach handle by matching notched open end to notched gear of spline shaft and make sure the
handle has ample clearance to turn.
11. To operate, turn handle following the direction of the arrow on the side of the unit. IMPORTANT: If
handle is not turned in the direction of the arrow the axel paddle will not mix meat properly.
Using Meat Mixer with an Electric Grinder
1. CAUTION: Be certain that your grinder motor is in the OFF position and is UNPLUGGED from
power source before attaching to meat mixer.
2. Align the spline shaft of the meat mixer close to the drive shaft of the grinder motor.
3. Adjust the rubber feet bolts up or down until the spline shaft aligns completely level with the drive
shaft of the grinder motor.
4. CAUTION: Before grinding, ensure that the mating surfaces of the grinder and mixer are level. Be
certain the meat mixer feet are properly adjusted so the drive gear of the mixer is level with the
drive of the grinder motor. Failure to do so may cause unnecessary wear or damage to the
bushings and gears of both units.
5. NOTE: grinder may need to be set on a raised STABLE platform to help align the meat mixer.
6. Slide the units together as tightly as possible.
7. NOTE: It may be necessary to SLOWLY manually turn the axel paddle to properly align the units.
With one hand turn the axel paddle while simultaneously pushing the grinder toward the meat
mixer with the other hand to set the splines on both units together. In most cases the grinder and
gearbox housing will be in close proximity or touching.
8. Tighten the head locking knob (not shown) on the grinder to prevent separation during operation.
9. Tighten the foot bolt nuts8 on the rubber feet bolts to hold the unit at the desired height.
10. Plug in the grinder motor.
11. NOTE: Before turning on grinder motor, be sure to put tank cover on mixing tank and keep clear of
the axel paddle.
12. Briefly engage the motor to ensure proper operation. If a grinding sound is heard or if the unit
vibrates excessively, immediately turn off and unplug grinder. Check connection, height levels
and axel paddle positioning to make sure all are correct.
13. Once the connections are verified and everything is in place, mix meat by turning grinder on
making sure it is in the forward position.

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Locking Meat Mixer Tank
There are four (4) locking hubs on the meat mixing tank, do not operate without hubs locked in place.
NOTE: meat mixing tank should not move when properly locked into place.
To Mix:
Carefully pull the locking hub knob, align bottom locking hub with meat mixing tank in the upright
position. Release until the locking pin slides in place. Mixer MUST be in an upright position to mix
meat.
To Tilt:
Carefully pull locking hub knob to release the meat mixing tank
Tilt the meat mixing tank to align with either locking hubs11 located on each side to desired tilted
position. Release locking hub knob until the locking pin slides in place. Be careful when tilting the
meat mixing tank when it is full of meat.
NOTE: Be sure to have a proper container (meat lug) in place before tilting to catch meat.
To Store:
Carefully pull locking hub knob to release the meat mixing tank
The meat mixing tank should be stored upside down to save space and keep meat mixing tank free of
debris.
Mixing Instructions
Now that your meat mixer is fully assembled and ready to use, it is time to blend your favorite meat
or sausage with spices mixture. Be sure to read and fully understand the general safety rules at the
beginning of this manual before you start.
1. Refer to the page 4 for mixing operation either using the handle or with the unit attached to
a grinder motor.
2. Do not over fill meat mixing tank; begin by filling meat to a level that half of the mixing paddles
are exposed, (additional meat can be added as the initial meat starts to mix together with the
spices) Do not overload the mixing tank, this will make it difficult for the axel paddle to turn.
3. Make sure that the ground meat is chilled before adding spices and water to the mixture.
Properly chilled meat will more evenly mix spices, and the meat will be less pasty.
4. Place the Tank Cover onto the meat mixing tank. (DO NOT operate mixer without the tank
cover in place.)
5. Mix in seasoning and water through the open slot in tank cover.
IMPORTANT: Add at least 1oz. of water per pound of chilled meat used. Water will make
the mixing easier, and allows the seasoning to blend with meat. Adding water will NOT
weaken the flavor. IF MEAT “STIFFENS UP” ADD MORE WATER.
6. Turn handle following the directional arrow on side of meat mixing tank.

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7. Mix meat until all spices and seasoning are uniformly mixed throughout the meat batch.
DO NOT OVER MIX or meat will start to become pasty.
8. If meat mixture starts to become too pasty STOP mixing and re-chill the meat.
9. Check meat mixture consistency by removing tank cover. DO NOT Turn handle and KEEP
HANDS CLEAR of axel paddle. If using an electric grinder, be sure it is unplugged. If needed,
replace tank cover to continue mixing until desired consistency is achieved.
10. When mixing is completed, take off the tank cover and remove handle.
11. Pull the axel adjusting knob on the side of meat mixing tank and remove the axel paddle before
removing the meat.
12. Carefully pull the locking hub knob to release the meat mixing tank.
13. Tilt the meat mixing tank to align with either side locking hubs to desired tilted position.
Release locking hub knob until the locking pin slides in place.
14. Be careful when tilting the meat mixing tank when it is full of meat. Be sure to have a proper
container in place before tilting.
15. Cook or refrigerate meat as soon as possible after mixing. DO NOT let meat sit out for an
extended period of time.
IMPORTANT: For optimal meat mixing performance, the meat mixing tank should only be
filled so that half the paddles are exposed. Use chilled meat, add water gradually during
mixing process to keep meat from getting stiff when spices are added. This will also help the
axel paddle turn more easily.
Cleaning
1. The meat mixer should be cleaned after every use as perishable food scraps could accumulate
on the meat mixer or behind cutting blade.
2. Completely disassemble the tilting meat mixer.
3. Carefully pull axel adjusting knob until the axel paddle disengages.
4. The axel paddle can now be removed by lifting up and pulling outward. NOTE: If it is difficult to
remove axel paddle from mixing tank, it may be necessary to manually rotate the axel paddle
to a different position before trying again.
5. Loosen and remove wing screws and brackets on both sides of meat mixing tank. NOTE: keep
in mind which side of stand they are removed from for easier alignment when
re-attaching.
6. The keyway (slot located on handle side of mixing tank) MUST be in the 12:00 position to
remove tank from stand. If not, attach handle and turn to correct position.
7. Carefully pull hub locking knob to release locking pin from locking hub on meat mixing tank.
Remove handle.

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8. Lift meat mixing tank straight up to remove from stand.
9. Do not use steel wool or abrasives to clean any part of meat mixer.
10. Before and after each use, hand wash all meat mixer parts, that come into contact with food, in
hot soapy water and rinse with clean water. Parts should be sanitized properly. Thoroughly dry.
11. Coat all metal parts with a vegetable based cooking spray before assembly and storage.
12. Do not wash any part of this meat mixer in a dishwasher.
Replacement Parts
• For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-545-9633
or email at [email protected].
• Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a
convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.
• When ordering parts, the following information will be required: item description, item model
number, item serial number/item lot date code, and the replacement part reference number.
• The distributor reserves the rights to make design changes and improvements to product lines
and manuals without notice.

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Limited Warranty
The Sportsman’s Guide and Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or ''Us'') warrants to
the original purchaser only ("You" or ''Your'') that the Guide Gear product purchased will be free from
material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of
one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the
product is strictly in accordance with product instructions. There are no other warranties, express or
implied, including the warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. If the product
does not comply with this limited warranty, Your sole and exclusive remedy is that We will, at our sole
option and within a commercially reasonable time, either replace the product or product component
without charge to You or refund the purchase price (less shipping). This limited warranty is not
transferable.
Limitations on the Warranty
This limited warranty does not cover: (a) normal wear and tear; (b) damage through abuse, neglect,
misuse, or as a result of any accident or in any other manner; (c) damage from misapplication,
overloading, or improper installation; (d) improper maintenance and repair; and (e) product alteration
in any manner by anyone other than Us, with the sole exception of alterations made pursuant to
product instructions and in a workmanlike manner.
Obligations of Purchaser
You must retain Your product purchase receipt to verify date of purchase and that You are the original
purchaser. To make a warranty claim, contact Us at 1-800-545-9633, identify the product by make
and model number, and follow the claim instructions that will be provided. The product and the
purchase receipt must be provided to Us in order to process Your warranty claim. Any returned
product that is replaced or refunded by Us becomes our property. You will be responsible for return
shipping costs or costs related to Your return visit to a retail store.
Remedy Limits
Product replacement or a refund of the purchase price is Your sole remedy under this limited warranty
or any other warranty related to the product. We shall not be liable for: service or labor charges or
damage to Your property incurred in removing or replacing the product; any damages, including,
without limitation, damages to tangible personal property or personal injury, related to Your improper
use, installation, or maintenance of the product or product component; or any indirect, incidental or
consequential damages of any kind for any reason.
Assumption of Risk
You acknowledge and agree that any use of the product for any purpose other than the specified
use(s) stated in the product instructions is at Your own risk.
Governing Law
This limited warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You also may have other rights which vary
from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied warranties or
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to You. This limited
warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, without regard to rules pertaining to
conflicts of law. The state courts located in Dakota County, Minnesota shall have exclusive jurisdiction
for any disputes relating to this warranty.

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The Sportsman’s Guide
And
Northern Tool & Equipment Company, Inc.
Burnsville, Minnesota 55306
www.sportsmansguide.com www.northerntool.com
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