Kronen MT-6 User manual

Melon divider
Type: MT-6 / MT-4
Translation of the
Original Instruction Manual
English

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Instruction Manual MT-6 / MT-4
Version: 1.0
Date of release: 05.01.2012

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Contents
1. General Information.....................................................................................................4
2. Safety...........................................................................................................................8
3. Technical Characteristics...........................................................................................10
4. Installation and Function............................................................................................11
5. Transportation and Packaging...................................................................................14
6. Installation and Initial Operation................................................................................15
7. Use and Operating.....................................................................................................16
8. Malfunctions...............................................................................................................20
9. Maintenance ..............................................................................................................21
10. Appendix....................................................................................................................22
11. Index.....................................................................Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert.

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1. General Information
Always keep the instruction manual and all the other documents near the mel-
on divider. Before using the machine the first time, make sure that you read the
instruction manual first.
Explanation of the symbols used in the documents
Limitation of liability
If you do not follow the instruction manual, the manufacturer is not liable.
Manufacturer
Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH
Gewerbestr. 3
D-77731 Willstätt
Telefon: [phone]
Telefax: +49 (0) 78 54/96 60-50
[e-mail]
Caution, risk of injury! Follow the instruction to avoid
injuries.
Attention, you have to follow the instructions to avoid
harm for you and the machine.

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Defects and Claims
1. Claims based on material defects shall be subject to a limitation period of 2
years after surrender of the merchandise. The Seller does not assume any
liability for material defects in pre-owned merchandise.
2. We will, at our discretion, make new delivery for or subsequently improve any
and all rendered services which are verifiably determined to be defective as a
consequence of circumstances existing before the transfer of risk.
3. We reserve title to any and all parts which have been replaced.
4. In particular, no warranty will be assumed for damage or loss resulting from
the following causes, but for which we are not accountable:
Natural wear and tear, intervention or repair work improperly performed by
the Buyer or third parties, unsuitable or incorrect use, incorrect operation,
installation, commissioning, incorrect or negligent handling, improper
maintenance, use of unsuitable operating materials and cleaning agents,
chemical, electrochemical or electrical factors, any modifications of the mer-
chandise performed without our consent.
5. The Buyer shall allow the Seller the necessary time and opportunity to per-
form any subsequent improvement or substitute delivery which we regard, in
our reasonable judgment, to be necessary.
6. In the event of legitimate complaints, the Seller shall bear the immediate
costs of the subsequent improvement or substitute delivery. The total costs
which we must bear shall be limited to the value of the order in the event that
the places of delivery are outside the territory of Germany.
7. In cases in which the Buyer shares accountability for causing the defect, in
particular in the event of breach of the obligation to prevent and reduce loss or
damage, the Seller reserves the right to assert a corresponding damage com-
pensation claim.
8. The Buyer shall, at his discretion, have the right to cancel the contract if and
when –taking into account the statutory exceptions –a period which has been
set for us for subsequent improvement or substitute delivery due to material
defects has lapsed in vain.
9. The Buyer’s rights arising from the liability for material defects may not be
assigned without the Seller’s consent.

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Terms and Conditions of Warranty
1. The Seller hereby grants to the end customer a warranty for newly manufac-
tured Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH appliances, provided that they remain in
Germany. The warranty period shall be 12 months as of the delivery of the
appliance to the end customer, but shall not exceed 18 months from the dis-
patch of the appliance from the works.
2. Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH will perform subsequent improvement or substi-
tute delivery of the defective parts within the scope of the warranty, provided
that the functional capability of the Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH appliance has
been significantly impaired. Further claims within the scope of the warranty are
excluded.
Following notification in due time of a warranty case, the Kronen Küchengeräte
GmbH service department will decide how the defect is to be remedied and will
discuss the subsequent actions with the customer, engaging an Kronen
Küchengeräte GmbH authorised customer service centre if necessary. If and
when the appliance must be shipped to a service centre for repair within the
scope of the warranty, shipment shall be made at the customer’s expense and
risk.
3. Warranty claims are excluded in the following cases:
- Normal wear and tear
- Incorrect installation of the appliance
- Willful damage or incorrect operation
- Damage caused by calcium deposits
- Damage caused by inspection or repair by persons who are not authorised
by Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH
4. Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH restricts the terms and conditions of warranty
for appliances which are intended for sale abroad. In such cases, Kronen
Küchgengeräte GmbH grants a warranty covering the original Küchengeräte
GmbH spare parts. This warranty covers the functional capability of the spare
parts, provided that they are installed correctly. Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH
shall provide a replacement part in the event of a functional defect. No installa-
tion or personnel expenses which may be incurred will be assumed.
The warranty in this case is limited to 12 months as of the transfer of risk.

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5. The warranty services described above are subject to the condition that all
required maintenance and care work is carried out by a customer service au-
thorised by Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH and that any and all care and opera-
tional instructions from Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH have been followed.
The warranty may not be transferred without the written consent of Kronen
Küchengeräte GmbH.
6. Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH grants a function warranty of 6 months for each
and every original Kronen Küchengeräte spare part, provided that it has been
installed correctly. Kronen Küchengeräte GmbH shall provide an original part in
the event of failure. No further claims, including claims for the cost of the re-
placement.
Copyright Protection
It is forbidden to copy all the documents delivered with the melon divider partly
or completely without the permission of the manufacturer.
Disposal of the Machine
The melon divider, respectively all the parts have to be disposed recycled ac-
cording to the local rules and laws. It is forbidden to dispose the melon divider
with the household garbage.

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2. Safety
General Sources of Danger
That is why, we advise you to respect and follow the safety instructions.
-Make sure that unauthorized persons or untrained persons, especially
children, do not work with the melon divider.
-It is strictly prohibited to change or remove all the safety appliances on
the melon divider because this could result in serious danger for the
user.
-While you are using the machine stay concentrated and never get dis-
tracted.
-Just slice goods which are listed in the instruction manual.
-Always keep your working environment clean and dry to make sure
you don’t slip and fall.
Don’t put objects on the melon divider which don’t belong there and
don’t use the machine as a storage place.
Wrongful use or limited knowledge of the safety instruc-
tions could result in accidents and injuries on hands and
fingers.

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Intended Use
The melon divider is a technical tool which exclusively should be used for its’
intended purpose.
It is only intended to divide melons. Approved food is only melon. You can pro-
cess the food only raw. Under no circumstances can the food be frozen.
Any different use of the machine is strictly forbidden.
The melon divider is intended for industrial use and only should be used by
trained workers of the company.
Personal protective equipment is not needed for the use of the melon divider.
Stricter company rules still apply.
It is strictly prohibited to make any reconstructions on the melon divider.
The full responsibility for the intended use and the compliance with safety in-
structions takes the operating company.

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3. Technical Characteristics
Weight: 6 kg
Dimensions: 490 x 380 x 615 mm
Requirements for
intended place: - horizontal and flat
- Not slippery
- Table height between
600 and 900 mm
- Workstations is not
made of wood

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4. Installation and Function
Once the melon is placed on the designated area, you can divide into pieces it
by pressing the knife divider down.
Included in delivery
Delivery includes the fully assembled melon divider consisting of the base frame
and a knife divider. Also in the box are all the documents including the instruc-
tion manual and are optionally contain the 4 or 6 knife divider and the juice drip
tray.
Parts and Description
Base (1): built out of stainless steel; fundamental base for the melon
divider.
Guide columns (2): These serve as a guide for the knife, and dividers
are attached the base frame.
Knife divider (3): This divides down by pressing the melon into piec-
es.
Handle (4): These are used to hold the knife while pressing down di-
vider.
Retaining spring (5): The locking plate ensures that the knife divider
remains in its upper end position.
Drip tray juice: The juice drip tray is placed under the melon divider.
The juice produced when parts of the melon is caught in it.

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5
3
4
2
1
Assembled Parts
1
Base
2
Guide columns
3
Knife divider 6- or 4-fold
4
Handle
5
Retaining spring

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Accessories
Knife divider 4-fold
Knife divider 6-fold
Drip tray juice

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5. Transportation and Packaging
Always transport the melon divider in the intended box.
Always transport the machine upright and make sure melon divider is secured.
In case there is more than one melon divider on the pallet do not put another
pallet on top of it.
Check the box of possible damages when the machine is shipped.
In case of damages, talk to the responsible shipping company.
Open the box by slicing the tape with a tape slicer. Do not use sharp knives.
Lift the melon divider out of the box and put it on the table.
Make sure that shipment consists out of the things you ordered. In case the
shipment is not complete talk to the responsible salesman.
There are no transportation devices installed on the melon divider.
Dispose or recycle the melon divider according to the local laws.
Always lift and hold the machine at the base, never at the
knife divider.

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6. Installation and Initial Operation
The melon divider is shipped ready for use. The installation and the initial op-
eration can be done by the user.
The table has to fulfill certain requirements:
-Horizontal and flat
-Not slippery
-Table height between 600 and 900 mm
-Workstation is not made of wood
After you have placed the melon divider to the intended working place, push it
briefly to the work surface. The suction feet of the melon divider suck thereby
firmly on the countertop. The melon divider is secured against slipping.
Before the first use make sure you cleaned the melon divider. Follow the in-
structions in chapter “7 Use and Operating” passage cleaning.

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7. Use and Operating
Safety instruction for operating
“To-do-list” before operating the machine
Make sure the melon divider is clean especially in those areas that come in
contact with the food. This includes e.g. the knife divider (3) and the base (1). In
case it is necessary clean those areas according to the instructions given in
paragraph cleaning.
The blade of the knife divider has sharp blades. Be care-
ful when touching the blade to prevent injuries.
Let the knife when not using the divider melon divider in
the lowest position to prevent unintentional injuries in
dropping the knife divider.
It is strictly forbidden to engage with the hands between
the knife divider and base. There is a serious risk of in-
jury.

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Safety equipment
To prevent accidental dropping of the knife divider (3),
located on the knife divider two retaining springs (5). To
depress the knife divider (3), you must overcome the
resistance by lightly pressing the retaining springs (5).
The same applies to the knife divider (3) lock in its upper
position.
Advice: Always make sure that the retaining springs (5)
engage when the knife divider (3) is in its upper position.

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Dividing of the melon
For parts of the melon, slide the knife divider
(3)top, place the drip tray under the machine
and insert the melon.
Then press the knife divider (3) down until it
stops.
The melon is cut into several pieces by.
Advice: The melon should be beheaded on both sides in order to facilitate the
sharing.

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Cleaning
Before you use the melon divider the first time make sure you clean it thorough-
ly. Also, clean the machine multiple times during the day after use.
To clean the melon divider you have to remove the knife divider (3)and clean
these separately in a water bath. Clean now to melon divider with a common
household dish detergent and remove stubborn remaining product with a brush.
Then rinse thoroughly with clean water after to remove traces of detergent and
rub the melon divider with a tea towel dry.
After cleaning, disinfect the knife divider (3) and the base (1) and rinse them
with water.
Do not use any hard items to clean the melon divider.

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8. Malfunctions
Safety instructions
Only costumer service should disassemble parts in case of malfunctions.
In case of reoccurring malfunctions call your customer service.
Error Correction
Error
Possible cause
Solution
The melon cannot cut
properly.
The blade is blunt.
Those malfunctions
are to be fixed by
customer service
only.
The melon divider slipped
while working
The suction feet are not
firmly drawn on the
work surface.
the pineapple peeler is
on a wood types work-
top
Press the pineapple
peeler on the work
surface so that it is
fixed by suction.
Set the pineapple
peeler to another
work surface e.g.
Stainless steel
The knife divider is not
resting in its upper rest
position.
The retaining spring is
faulty
Those malfunctions
are to be fixed by
customer service
only.