KWS MS-12A User manual

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Thank you for purchasing this KitchenWare Station electric slicer. Before operating the equipment,
read and familiarize yourself with the following operating and safety instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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Table of Contents
Unpacking ............................................................................................................... 4
Safety Instruction .................................................................................................... 5
Features and Controls ............................................................................................. 6
Operating Instructions ........................................................................................... 7
Cleaning and Sanitizing Instruction ........................................................................ 9
Slicer Disassembly, Cleaning and Sanitizing ......................................................... 9
Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 10
Blade Sharpening .................................................................................................. 12
Technical Parameters ............................................................................................ 13
Circuit Diagram ..................................................................................................... 13
Slicer Component List ........................................................................................... 15
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 17
Customer Care ...................................................................................................... 19
Limited Warranty .................................................................................................. 20

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UPON RECEIVING
UNPACKING:
The slicer was inspected before leaving the factory. The carrier assumes full responsibility for
safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment.
1. Unpack the electric slicer immediately after receipt. If the machine is found to be damaged
after unpacking, save the packaging material and contact carrier and KitchenWare Station
Customer Service Department within seven (7) days of delivery.
2. You should receive the slicer, sharpener, lubricant dispenser, complimentary belt,
complimentary sharpening stone, and an instruction manual. Contact KitchenWare Station
Customer Service Department if you did not receive all of these materials or if you need
additional spare parts.
The electrical cord on this machine is equipped with a three- prong grounding
plug which must be connected to a properly grounded receptacle. If the
receptacle is not the proper grounding type, contact a certified electrician. Do
not remove the grounding prong from the plug.
Le cordon électrique de cette machine est équipé d'une fiche de terre à trois
broches qui doit être connectée à une prise correctement mise à la terre. Si le
type de prise n’est pas correctement mis à la terre, contactez un électricien
agréé. Ne retirez pas la broche de terre de la fiche.
3. Examine slicer to make sure all parts have been provided.
4. Make sure that the instruction manual is available near slicer.
5. Complete the online warranty/registration at: www.kitchenwarestation.com/registration/
6. Before use, clean and sanitize slicer. Refer to Cleaning and Sanitizing.
7. Contact your local representative or KitchenWare Station directly if you have any questions
or problems with the installation or operation of this slicer.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION
Thank you for purchasing KitchenWare Station Electric Slicer. Each unit has been manufactured
to ensure safety and reliability. Before using for the first time, please read the instructions
carefully and keep them for further reference.
WARNING! READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
ATTENTION! LISEZ ET CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all of the instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/ or
serious personal injury.
NEVER touch slicer without training and authorization from your supervisor or if you are
under 18 years old.
Read this manual thoroughly before installation and operation. DO NOT continue with
installation and operation if you have any questions or do not understand anything in
the manual. Contact KitchenWare Station Customer Service Department for further
assistance.
To avoid electrical hazards, do NOT place the slicer in or near water or other liquid.
Plug only into grounded electrical outlets matching the nameplate rated voltage.
Do NOT operate unattended.
ONLY install slicer on a level, nonskid surface in a clean, well-lighted work area away
from children and visitors.
Do NOT use an extension cord with this equipment.
Do NOT plug this equipment into a power strip or multi-outlet power cord.
Do NOT turn equipment on unless all guards are in place.
Check equipment before each use to ensure the equipment is clean.
Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose fitting or hanging garments while operating
this equipment.
It is forbidden to cut materials such as wood, plastic, paving tiles, bricks, stones, glass,
metals, leather, cardboard, fabrics, bone, etc.
Unplug equipment, turn off and let it cool before cleaning or moving.
Do NOT spray controls or outside of equipment with liquids or cleaning agents.
Do NOT clean the equipment with steel wool or high-pressure spray gun.
Keep equipment and power cord away from open flames, electric burners or excessive
heat.
Do NOT operate if equipment has been damaged or is malfunctioning in any way.
NEVER push product into the slicer using your hands or any other object except the
provided product grip handle.
Before cleaning, servicing, or removing any parts, always turn slicer off and unplug unit.
Keep unit UNPLUGGED when not in use to prevent accidental start up.

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
1. Gauge Plate 2. Product Tray Handle 3. Blade On/Off Buttons
4. Product Tray On/Off Buttons 5. Leg 6. Gear Shift Handle
7. Product Tray 8. Blade 9. Blade Cover
10.
Guard Ring 11
Support Arm 12. Carriage Release Knob
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Thickness Adjustment Control
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LOCATION
Place the slicer on a suitable counter or tabletop. Allow enough space around the slicer so the
product tray can move freely forward and back.
Keep the slicer away from heat sources and not in a passageway.
Before use, clean and sanitize slicer. Refer to Cleaning and Sanitizing.
Make sure that the place is dry, not humid, dust-free, clean and free from insects or
other animals.
SAFETY FEATURES
OVERHEAT PROTECTION
If the slicer become overloaded, the overheat protection function will stop the slicer to protect
the motor.
Vertical and Horizontal Clamps
Keep hands away from the slicer blade at all time. The vertical and horizontal Clamps helps
secure product in position and must be used when slicing to keep your hand(s) away from the
knife. Use the product tray handle to help pushing the product tray back and forth when
operating in manual mode.
CONTROLS
On Off Switch Press “I” pushbutton to turn on the slicer
Press “o” pushbutton to turn off the slicer
SLICER OPERATION
It is forbidden to slice materials such as wood, plastic, paving tiles, bricks,
stones, glass, metals, leather, cardboard, fabrics, bone, etc.
Slicing foods that contain too much liquid may damage the motor.
When the slicer is not running, the thickness adjustment control must be
turned fully clockwise, so the gauge plate covers the blade edge.

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Il est interdit de trancher des matériaux tels que le bois, le plastique, les
pavés, les briques, les pierres, le verre, les métaux, le cuir, le carton, les
tissus, les os, etc.
Trancher des aliments contenant trop de liquide peut endommager le
moteur.
Lorsque la trancheuse n'est pas en marche, le bouton de réglage d'épaisseur
doit être tourné à fond dans le sens des aiguilles d'une montre pour que la
plaque de mesure recouvre le bord de la lame.
1. Turn the thickness adjustment control fully clockwise so the gauge plate closed
completely.
2. Lift the food pusher up.
3. Place the product to be sliced on the product tray.
4. Place the vertical clamp on top of the product to be sliced and secure the product with
the horizontal clamps.
5. Adjust the gauge plate to obtain the desired slice thickness by turning the thickness
adjustment control.
6. Adjust the rear mounted thickness stop until it touches the back of gauge plate for
maximum support during slicing.
7. The unit can be operated in either manual or fully automatic mode.
a. To operate the machine manually, pull the gear shift handle out then turn to
right. Only turn the top power switch to on “I”. Use the product tray handle to
move the product tray back and forth to begin slicing.
b. To operate the machine automatically, pull the gear shift handle out and turn to
left, then push to product tray back and forth until you hear a click noise. Turn
both the top and bottom power switch to on “I” to begin operation.
8. Collect product slices at the back of the machine.
TIPS: Slightly freeze cheese before slicing to achieve optimal slicing result.
NOTE: Spare parts are available in KitchenWare Station official website.
Video tutorial can be obtained from KitchenWare Station customer service team via E-mail

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CLEANING AND SANITIZING
IMPORTANT: To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean and sanitize your
equipment daily after use. Clean before use if equipment has not been used for a while.
TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY:
BEFORE CLEANING, SERVICING, OR DISASSEMBLE ANY PARTS, always turn slicer OFF and
unplug unit.
NEVER attempt to clean slicer while slicer is in operation.
DO NOT put components in the dishwasher or immerse base in water.
DO NOT hose down, pressure wash, or pour water on slicer.
NEVER use a scrubber pad, steel wool, or abrasive material to clean slicer.
The slicer blade is very sharp. Exercise extreme caution when working near the blade.
Allow all parts to air dry before placing them back on slicer.
SLICER DISASSEMBLY, CLEANING & SANITIZING
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF and unplugged.
2. Wear cut resistance gloves before handling the slicer blade.
3. Pull the product tray away from the blade.
4. Loosen the carriage release knob (# 11) and a flat head screw (#96) and remove the
product tray.
5. Remove the built- in sharpener.
6. Remove the slice guard (# 8).
7. Remove the blade cover (# 6):
1. Remove the blade cover knob on the back side of the machine (# 41).
2. Once the knob is loosened, use it to push back against the blade cover.
8. Wash, rinse, and sanitize removed items, and let them air dry.
9. Remove the blade by loosen 4 screws. (Note: Require Philip #2 screwdriver for screw
removal)
10. Clean the front and back side of the blade with water solution spray (50/50 hot water
and dish soap) OR degreaser spray, wiping from the center outward.

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11. Clean and sanitize all removed parts with a neutral detergent and warm water solution
to remove fatty oils. DO NOT soaks your removed parts.
12. Clean and sanitize the rest of the machine with a damp cloth or sponge with neutral
detergent and warm water solution.
13. Make sure that all parts and surfaces are fully air dry before reassembling the unit.
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, the following rules must
be abided:
Disconnect the power cable from the socket when not in use.
Use a neutral detergent to clean the machine. The pH for a natural detergent should be
at 7 or no higher than 8. A detergent that contains too much acidic or alkaline could
damage the appearance of the machine.
Never use abrasive products, chlorate substances, wire wools, brushes of any type,
scrapers, etc. to clean the machine.
Rinse the removable parts well with a lot of hot clean water and dry with a soft cloth or
a spongy material. Do not clean the slicer with stream jets or similar methods.
Do not lay objects on the machine and make sure that the place of storage is dry, not
humid, dust-free, clean, and free from insects or other animals and protected against
bad weather conditions or other agents (for example, atmospheric agents, drops of
water or other liquids, pollution) which might damage it; the place must not be subject
to considerable temperature ranges.
WARNING! The machine must never be washed with pressurized water jets.
WARNING! After a thorough visual check at the beginning of each shift, pay attention to:
The condition of the power cable located outside the machine body.
The condition of the on-off switch (check whether there are cracks, splintering,
scratches, distortions, cuts, etc.)
If damaged or bad working components are detected, do not allow staff to use the machine
and put a warning about the prohibition on it; then contact the dealer or KitchenWare
Station for further assistance.

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Lubricate Product Tray Slide Rod
Lubricate the carriage slide rod at least once a month and any time that pushing the tray
becomes difficult. Use a food grade lubricant. Do NOT use cooking oil.
1. Press and release the OFF (O) button.
2. Unplug the slicer from the electrical outlet.
3. Put a few drops of the oil directly on to the product tray slide rod at the bottom of the
slicer.
Lubricate Gear Box Oil Gauge and Side Shafts
Inspect the gear box oil gauge every time before use to ensure oil levels are properly
maintained. More oil will be needed when oil levels drop below the indication line. Failure
to do so may result in damaged of automatic motor.
1. Inspect oil level through the glass window (1).
2. Add more oil to the gear by inserting the lubricant dispenser nozzle into the port (2) at
the back of the machine.
3. Add more oil to the side shafts by inserting the lubricant dispenser nozzle into the port
(2) on the side.
NOTE: New machine generally needs to run for approximate 20 mins before the oil level
begins to show on glass window (1).

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BLADE SHARPENING
Blade sharpening of slicer with built-in sharpener
WARNING: SHARPENING OPERATION WILL EXPOSE KNIFE.
Before proceeding with blade sharpening, remain alert to the RESIDUAL RISKS
that refer to the hazard of serious injuries if the instructions below are not
followed.
Sharpen the blade weekly or any time that cutting becomes difficult and/or produces a
large amount of waste. The slicer should be considered and treated as a knife: If it is not
adequately sharpened, the slicing results will be poor, and the slicer will be overloaded.
It is necessary to follow the detailed instructions:
1. Turn the unit off and disconnect the plug from the outlet.
2. Turn the thickness adjustment knob to 0 and clean the blade
thoroughly to remove any grease or food residue.
3. Loosen the sharpener knob (1), lift the built-in sharpener (2) up
(a) and rotates it 180 ° (b).
4. Check that the blade is positioned between the two sharpening
stones. Relock the sharpener knob (1).
5. Connect the plug and press “I” pushbutton to turn on the slicer.
6. Push the sharpening stone button (13), let the blade rotate
against the grinding mole for 30 - 40 sec. to produce burr on the
blade edge.
7. Push sharpening and polishing buttons (13 and 14)
simultaneously for 3 - 4 seconds to dress the blade and then
release.
8. It is recommended to clean the sharpening stones and blade after the sharpening
procedure.
9. Once the sharpening is completed, set the sharpening attachment in its original position
inverting the above procedure.

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TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
Model MS-12A
Rated Voltage AC 110V / 60Hz
Slicing Motor Power 1050W / 1.43 HP
Reciprocating Motor Power 420W / 0.57 HP
Blade Rotational Speed 490 r/min
Slicing Speed 37 times / min
Amps 8.75A
Drive Belt and Chain
Cutting Thickness 0 - 0.6 inch
Best Meat Temperature
17.6 F / -8C
Lowest Meat Temperature
5F / -15C
Packaging Dimension 28” L x 26” W x 32” H
Shipping Weight 179 lbs.
Certification
ETL, NSF, FDA
* H= Height W= Width L= Length
Circuit Diagram
Description
PB1 / PB3 – Off Switch
PB2 / PB4 – On Switch
M1 – Blade Motor
M2 – Automatic Motor
T1 / T2 – Temperature Safety Motor
R1 / R2 – Relay
C1 / C2 – Capacitor
F1 / F2 – Cooling Fan

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Part No.
Description
Part No.
Description
1 UPPER BASE 26 SHARPENER MOUNT
2 FRONT COVER 27 SHARPENER BRACKET PIN
3 SUPPORT ARM 28 SHARPENER BUTTON
4 PRODUCT TRAY 29 SHARPENING STONE
5 GAUGE PLATE 30 SHARPENER COVER
6 BLADE COVER 31 SHARPENER COVER KNOB
7 PULLEY COVER 32 THICKNESS STOP KNOB
8 SLICE GUARD 36 BALL BEARING
9 BLADE MOTOR 37 PRODUCT TRAY GUIDE FRONT
BRACKET
10 POWER CORD 38 PULLEY PIN
11 CARRIAGE RELEASE KNOB 39 SQUARE HEAD NUT
12 PRODUCT TRAY HANDLE 40 BELT
13 FOOT 41 BLADE COVER KNOB
14 BASE COVER 42 SPRING BEARING
15 THICKNESS ADJUSTMENT
CONTROL
43 BLADE
16 ON/ OFF BUTTONS 44 MOTOR BELT WHEEL
17 VERTICAL CLAMP HANDLE 45 CAM PIN
18 VERTICAL CLAMP 46 SLIDING AXLE
19 VERTICAL CLAMP WHEEL 47 GAUGE CARRIAGE
20 PRODUCT TRAY GUIDE SUPPORT
48 CAM REGULATOR
21 CLAMP LOCKING KNOB 49 PRODUCT TRAY GUIDE BACK
BRACKET
22 HORIZONTAL CLAMP BRACKET 52-53 GAUGE PLATE SUPPORT
23 HORIZONTAL CLAMPS 54 UPPER TOW BRACKET
24 HORIZONTAL CLAMP BOTTOM
BRACKET
57 UPPER PRODUT TRAY SLIDE ROD
25, 33-35 REAR MOUNTED THICKNESS
STOP
58 TOW BRACKET SPRING

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59 PRODUCT TRAY PUSHER GUIDE
PIN
80 CAPACITOR
60 LOWER TOW BRACKET 81 RELAY
61 LOWER PRODUT TRAY SLIDE
ROD
82 FAN
62 PRODUT TRAY SLIDE ROD
SCREW
83 LOWER BASE
63 UPPER QUADRATE AXIS 84 GUARD RING
64 LOWER QUADRATE AXIS 85 SHARPENER PIN
65 GEAR BRACKET 86 SHARPENER SPRING
66 GEAR SHIFT HANDLE 87 POLISHING STONE
67 AUTOMATIC MOTOR 91 MOTOR BRACKET
68 TRANSMISSION 92 SLICE GUARD SCREW
69 GEAR WHEEL 96 PRODUCT TRAY BOLT
72 MOVEMENT WHEEL 97 GUARD RING SUPPORT
73 DOUBLE LAYER CHAIN 99 SHARPENER ASSEMBLY
76 CHAIN 100 CARRIAGE RELEASE KNOB BOLT

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Issue Cause Solution
Machine does not start Slicer not plugged in Plug in slicer
Lack of power from the
electrical network
Restore the supply of
power from the electrical
network
Machine’s On-Off switch is
in “o” position
Push the green button to
“I” position
Damaged On-Off switch Contact dealer or
KitchenWare Station
customer service team to
have the damaged part
replaced
Machine starts but blade
does not spin
Blade is in contact with
blade guard ring
Contact dealer or
KitchenWare Station
customer service team for
assistance
Machine does not stop Damaged On-Off switch Contact dealer or
KitchenWare Station
customer service team to
have the damaged part
replaced
Damaged motor Contact dealer or
KitchenWare Station
customer service team to
have the damaged part
replaced
Machine shut down
suddenly
Motor overheated Turn the machine off and
let the machine rest and
cool down
Insufficient power supply Make sure to have enough
amps to support the
machine
Machine trips the breaker Insufficient power supply Make sure to have enough
amps to support the
machine

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Issue Cause Solution
Ragged cuts-poor yield Dull blade Sharpen blade. Refer to
blade sharpening
Chipped blade Sharpen or replace blade
Hard to push product tray No lubrication
Lubricate carriage slide rod
thoroughly with food grade
lubricant
Worn tow bracket Replace tow bracket
Blade does not sharpen
satisfactorily
Stones dirty, wet, or
clogged with grease
Clean sharpener with soapy
water and brush
Blade dirty Clean blade with soapy
water
Worn stones Replace sharpening stones
Blade slow down slicing
cheeses
Cheese is too soft Slightly freeze your cheese
before slicing. Slicing a
room temperature block of
cheese is not
recommended.
Dull blade Sharpen blade. Refer to
blade sharpening
Machine runs but product
tray does not move
automatically
Gear set to manual mode Pull the gear shift handle
out and turn to left, and
connect to gear bracket
Product tray On-Off switch
is in “o” position
Push the green button to
“I” position
Damaged double chain Contact dealer or
KitchenWare Station
customer service team to
have the damaged part
replaced
If problem persists and the above solution does not remedy the issue, please call KitchenWare
Station’s Customer Service Department at 888-505-3698.

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CUSTOMER CARE
If you should ever have questions or require service, training, spare parts, or additional manuals
of this slicer, please contact KitchenWare Station Customer Service Department.
KitchenWare Station, LLC
13732 Milroy Pl
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Toll Free: 1-888-505-3698 (Monday – Friday 10:00am – 5pm PST)
Email: Customerservice@kitchenwarestation.com
Official Website: http://www.kitchenwarestation.com
NOTE: Spare Parts can be purchased directly on KitchenWare Station official website or contact
customer service department if part not found.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Thank you for purchasing KitchenWare Station’s product. This electric slicer was tested and
meets our stringent quality standards. This product is warrantied to be free from manufacturing
defects under normal/ proper use and conditions for 1 year- part only.
To register your warranty for this product, complete the warranty registration form provided in
the package, and send it back to us. Or register online by visiting
www.kitchenwarestation.com/registration.
If you experience unsatisfactory operation, first refer to the troubleshooting section in the
manual to ensure that it is not due to care or cleaning.
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to Email our customer service
team: customerservice@kitchenwarestation.com . Please specify the model number and order
ID so our customer service department can assist you.
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KitchenWare Station’s obligation and liability under this warranty is expressly limited to
providing parts for equipment that proves to be manufacturing defects under normal/ proper
use within the applicable warranty period.
This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to fire, water, burglary,
misuse, abuse, negligence, accidents, repairs, alterations, lack of maintenance, punitive
damages, loss of use, down time, lost profit, improper installation by unauthorized persons, low
voltage conditions, inadequate wiring or normal wear and tear. Defects mentioned above are
not manufacturing defects and are strictly the responsibility of the purchaser. Under no
circumstances will KitchenWare Station be liable for incidental or consequential damages
resulting from defective products. Seller shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons
or property, or for incidental, contingent, special, or consequential damages arising from the
use of our products.
Warranty valid only in the 48 contiguous United States plus the District of Columbia.
KitchenWare Station reserves the right to change the price and specifications of the equipment
and/ or material without notice. Prices are F.O.B plant of manufacture.
Any instructions or warranty included in this manual are based on the latest data available at
the time of publication. KitchenWare Station reserves the right to make changes or
improvements at any time without notice. For the most up to date instructions and warranty
information, please visit our official website.
To receive warranty instructions and return authorization, please email KitchenWare Station
Customer Service.
For more information regarding warranty and limitation, please visit
www.kitchenwarestation.com/warranty-information/
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