iMettos HM-12 User manual

Model: HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A
Please read this instruction manual carefully before operating this equipment
Meat Mincer
Instruction Manual

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Safety Tips
INTRODUCTION
This instruction manual gives the customer all the necessary information about the
appliance and the manufacturing standards applied, as well as all instructions for use
and maintenance so that the appliance can be used correctly maintaining its efficiency in
time.
This instruction manual is for the end user and for service personnel
Read this instruction manual before using and keep them
available at all times!

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INDEX
1 INFORMATION ABOUT THE APPLIANCE ………………………………………………….3-4
1.1 GENERAL WARNINGS…………………………………………………………………3
1.2 SAFETY FEATURES INSTALLED……………………………………………………..3
1.3 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION…………………………………………………………...3
1.3.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION……………………………………………………………..3
1.3.2 CONSTRUCTIVE CHARACTERISTICS………………………………………………4
1.3.3 APPLIANCE ELEMENTS……………………………………………………………….4
2 TECHNICAL DATA ……………………………………………………………………………...4
2.1 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS……………………………………………………...4
3 CONSIGNING THE APPLIANCE……………………………………………………………...5
3.1 CHECKING PACKAGING UPON CONSIGNMENT…………………………………...5
3.2 DISPOSING OF PACKAGING…………………………………………………………...5
4 INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE………………………………………………………………...5
4.1 APPLIANCE LOCATION………………………………………………………………….5
4.3 WIRING DIAGRAMS HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B……………………………….5
4.4 FUNCTIONAL CHECK…………………………………………………….……………..5-6
5 USING THE APPLIANCE……………………………………………………………………….7-8
5.1 CONTROLS ……………………………………………………………………………….7
5.2 SETTING UP THE HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B FOR USE……………………...7
5.3 FILLING THE MINCER(see fig 5) …………………………………………..…………...7-8
6 REGULAR CLEANING……………………………………………………………………..…...8-9
6.1 GENERALITIES……………………………………………………………………………8
6.2 PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW FOR CLEANING THE APPLIANCE…………………….8-9
7 MAINTENANCE …………………………………………………………………………………..10
7.1 GENERALITIES……………………………………………………………………………...10
7.2 FOOT SUPPORTS…………………………………………………………………………..10
7.3 POWER SUPPLY CABLE…………………………………………………………………..10
7.4 PUSH BUTTON LABEL……………………………………………………………………..10
7.5 DISK AND BLADE……………………………………………………………………………10
8 SCRAPPING………………………………………………………………………………………..10
8.1 OUT OF SERVICE…………………………………………………………………………...10
8.2 SCRAPPING…………………………………………………………………………………..10
9 Waste disposal …………………………………………………………………………………..11
10 Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………………..….11

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1 INFORMATION ABOUT THE APPLIANCE
1.1 GENERAL WARNINGS
The appliance must only be used by personnel who has carefully studied this manual and
understood all the safety standards described herein.
If there should be a turnover in personnel, it is necessary that this manual is carefully studied
before using the appliance.
Although safety devices are installed on the appliance, avoid touching the moving parts with your
hands and avoid touching the appliance with wet hands.
Before cleaning or servicing the appliance, disconnect the electricity power supply.
When cleaning or servicing the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A /HM-22B(safety protections removed) take
into consideration all possible hazards-Residual Risks.
When cleaning or servicing the appliance always concentrate on what you are doing and avoid
any possible distractions.
WARNING - The machine should be repaired by manufacturer or agent if the machine faults.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Check the electricity power cable on a regular basis (to avoid electrical hazards and twists in the
cable always completely unwind it);a worn or damaged cable causes a dangerous electrical
hazard;avoid pressing the cable with weights or leaving it on hearted or sharp cutting Surfaces and
avoid pulling the cable to remove the plug from the socket.
If the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B has a presumed malfunction or does not work correctly, do
not use it or repair it. Contact the “Service Centre”.
This appliance is designed for only mincing meat in the mincer.Do not use this appliance for
frozen food or non-food products and do not insert any metallic objects into the mincer .
Do not mince without using the pestle
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for the following situations:
If the appliance or safety devices are tampered with by unauthorized personnel;
If non-original spare parts are used;
If the instructions given in this manual are not carefully followed or respected;
If unsuitable cleaning products (inflammable, corrosive or toxic) are used to clean the appliance.
1.2 SAFETY FEATURES INSTALLED
Safety features against electrical hazards conform to standards IEC/EN60335-2-64, whereas
mechanical safety features conform to EN/IEC60335-2-64 .
The HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A /HM-22B is fitted out with:
Relay in the command circuit for restarting the appliance if there if there is a power cut;
The HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B is fitted out with electrical and mechanical safety protections that
conform to the standards in force .These protections are for when the appliance is working and when it
is being cleaned or serviced .However ,there are RESIDUAL RISKS that cannot be completely
eliminated and are indicated by the wording CAUTION in this manual. These risks refer to the risk of
being cut or injured when handling the blade on the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B while cleaning.
1.3 APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION
1.3.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
We have designed and manufactured the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B guaranteeing;

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The maximum of safety when using, cleaning and servicing;
The maximum of hygiene thanks to a meticulous selection of the materials that come in contact
with the food product, and thanks to the elimination of any sharp and rough edges that comes in
contact with the product, cleaning is easy and thorough;
The appliance can be easily stripped
Robust and stable components and structure
Maximum reduced noise level thanks to the geared transmission and oil bath
Easy to handle
1.3.2 CONSTRUCTURE CHARACTERISTICS
The HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A /HM-22Bis made from stainless and aluminum ally for food appliances.
These metals are ideal regarding hygiene, they are also acid and salt resistant are also rust proof.
1.3.3 APPLIANCE COMPONENTS
FIG 1-General view of the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B
1-controls 2-base 3-knob 13-brace
4-lock nut 5-mincer block 6-face cover 14-pestle
7-food tray 8-power cable 9-stop button switch
10-start button switch 11-body 12-heel cover
2 TECHNICAL DATA
FIG-2 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Model
HM-12
HM-22
HM-22A
HM-22B
Voltage
220-240V/50Hz
220-240V/50Hz
220-240V/50Hz
220-240V/50Hz
Power
850W
1100W
1100W
1100W
Holes in disk
5mm/8mm
8mm/5mm
10mm/6mm
10mm/6mm
Production:
Max.
120kg/h
220 kg/h
220 kg/h
220 kg/h
Weight
24kg
25.5 kg
26.5 kg
25.5 kg
Measurement
60.2*45.4 *
26.2cm
60.2*45.4 *
26.2cm
60.2*45.4*26.2c
m
60.2*45.4*26.2cm
CAUTION: the appliance is designed for the electrical specifications given on the plate applied to the
rear of the appliance; before connecting to the electricity power supply refer to chapter 4.2 connecting
to the electricity supply.

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3 CONSIGNING THE APPLIANCE
3.1 CHECKING PACKAGING UPON CONSIGNMENT
When the goods are received proceed with opening the packaging if there are no signs of damage. if
when the goods are delivered there are signs of damage to the packaging, such as agent or courier,
and within three days from the date indicated on the documents draw up a detailed list and report of all
damage to the goods. Do not turn the packed goods upside down! When transporting the package
make sure its four main points are firmly secured (maintain the goods parallel to the ground).
3.2 DISPOSING OF PACKAGING
The various items used for packaging (cardboard, pallets, plastic straps, polyurethane foam) are
normal urban waste products and can be disposed of without difficulty.
If the appliance is destined to countries where are specific standards regarding waste, dispose of
packaging respecting the standards and laws in force.
4 INSTALLING THE APPLIANCE
4.1 APPLIANCE LOCATION
4.1.1 The work surface where the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B will be located must be suitable for
the size of the appliance, please refer to the measurements given in FIG 2.The work surface must be
level and dry and at a height of 80 cm from the ground with a temperature between 5℃and 35℃.
4.1.2 The power cord connected with the appliance must be reliable grounding.
4.2WIRING DIAGRAMS HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B
FIG 3-Illustration

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4.3 FUNCTIONAL CHECK
To check the appliance works correctly proceed as follows:
Turn to the place of “on” and check that the screw feeder rotates anti-clockwise to the outlet
opening of the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B;
Turn to “off”, The appliance stop work;
If the appliance automatically stops. Press the reverse button “turn over” check the screw feeder
changes direction and starts turning clockwise.
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5.1 CONTROLS
FIG 4-Controls
1-Start button “on”
2-Stop button “off”4-stop button (red)
3-Reverse button “turn over”5-start button (green)
5.2 SETTING UP THE HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A /HM-22B FOR USE
N.B before using the appliance makes sure all the components that can be removed are secured in
position (see fig 6)
Mount the mincer outlet and block it into position using the handle located on the side of the union;
Mount the screw feeder, blade and disk, and then screw on the lock nut.
5.3 FILLING THE MINCER(see fig5)
When using the mincer it is important that you stand in the correct position. Do not position yourself
so that any part of your body comes In direct contact with the mincer when working.
FIG 5-fitting the mincer
N.B The mincer must be filled when working. The
procedure to follow is:
1. Place the food in the tray;
2. Start the mincer using the start button.
3. Raise the pestle; feed the meat into the
tube; Without forcing use the pestle to push
the meat into the opening.

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4. If the meat suitably cut beforehand there should be no
problems with the screw feeder,however,if there are problems
tighten the lock nut until the meat is cut to desired size.
5. So both the disk and blade last longer and to maintain their sharpness in time:
- When all the meat has been minced turn off the appliance;
- Blade and disk must always be coupled.
6. Do not tighten the lock nut excessively;
7. Press the stop button when you have finished using the appliance, then strip the appliance and
thoroughly clean both the opening and all other components.
6 REGULAR CLEANING
6.1 GENERALITIES
The appliance clean must be cleaned at least once a day or if necessary more than once.
Scrupulously clean all the various components of the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A /HM-22B
whether they come in direct contact with the food product or not.
Never clean the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B with a pressurized water-jet, industrial
cleaners, and brushes or any other type of cleaning utensil that could damage the surface of the
appliance.
Before cleaning you must remove the electricity supply plug isolating the appliance from
the main power circuit.
6.2 PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW FOR CLEANING THE APPLIANCE(see fig 6)
- remove the pestle and food tray;
- unscrew the lock nut and remove the disk:, blade screw feeder, unscrew in the direction indicated by
the arrow.
- unscrew the knob and remove the mincer, always in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Now all the components can be washed( see fig 7 )using warm water ( 50 ℃) and a neutral detergent.
To clean the main structure use a damp cloth remember to frequently rinse
The grater roller mounted on the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A/HM-22B should be brushed cleaned. Carefully
clean the punched holes. Make sure all the components are completely dry before remounting them.
N.B. to remount the HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A /HM-22B follows the above diagrams:
1) Mount the mincer block and block it in position using the knob; the pin on the knob must be inserted
into the opening;
2) Insert the screw feeders into the mincer block make sure it is positioned correctly;
3) Mount the blade onto the square pin on the screw feeder and then mount the disk maintaining the
original coupling configuration;
4) Once all the components have been mounted secure by screwing the lock nut in place.
FIG 6-Removing components

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1-knob nut 2-disk 3-blade 4-screw feeder 5-mincer block
FIG 7-Diagram of HM-12/HM-22/HM-22A /HM-22B stripped for cleaning

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7 MAINTENANCE
7.1 GENERALITIES
Before servicing the appliance you must disconnect the electricity supply plug isolating the appliance
from the main power source.
7.2 FOOT SUPPORTS
In time the foot supports can deteriorate causing instability. If this is the case replaces them.
7.3 POWER SUPPLY CABLE
Periodically check wear in the power cable and if necessary contact the “SERVICE CENTRE” for a
replacement.
7.4 PUSH BUTTON LABEL
In time the label on the could become marked or even damaged. If this should happen contact the
“SERVICE CENTRE” for a replacement.
7.5 DISK AND BLADE
Both the blade and disk can deteriorate in time. If this should happen contact the “SERVICE CENTRE”
for original replacements. 8 SCRAPPING
8.1 OUT OF SERVIE
If the appliance for some reason is to be put out of service, make sure it can no longer be used:
disconnect and remove all electrical connections.
8.2 SCRAPPING
Once the appliance is out of service it can be scrapped. Contact a specialized company to scrap it
conforming to the materials used for manufacturing the various components (refer to chap 1 Para 3.2)

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9.Waste disposal
Discarding old devices
At the end of its service life the discarded device has to be disposed in accordance with the
national regulations. It is advisable to contact a company which is specialized in waste
disposal, or just contact the local disposal service in your community.
WARNING!
To exclude any abuse and the dangers involved make the waste device unfit for use before
disposal. For that purpose disconnect device from mains supply and remove mains
connection cable from the device.
CAUTION!
For the disposal of the device please consider and act according to the national and local
rules and regulations.
10.Warranty
iMettos warrants to the original purchaser of every new product, under normal and proper
use and maintenance service as specified by iMettos and upon proper installation and
start-up in accordance with the instruction packet supplied with each unit. iMettos’
obligation under this warranty is limited to a period of two (2) year from the date of original
installation.
WARRANTY CLAIMS
All claims for parts must be made directly through iMettos. All claims should include:
Personal Details: Products Details:
Your name: Model number:
Your company: Serial number of the product:
Address: Date of purchase:
Email: Proof of purchase :
Phone:
Pertinent information supporting the existence of the alleged defect.(Such as picture etc.)
Please send the above information to [e-mail]
Our warranty departments will according to the actual situation and reply you
within 24hours.

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