Metos G220 User manual

8.1.2016
Installation and Operation Manual
SLICER
G220, G250, G275, G300, G330, G350,
V300, V330, V350, V370,
AC300, AC350, AC370
4080230, 4080232, 4080234, 4080236, 4080238, 4080240, 4080250, 4080252

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1. CONTENT ORGANIZATION AND CONSULTATION
PURPOSE of the MANUAL
KEEPING THE MANUAL
This manual must be considered as an integral part of the machine:
1. It must be kept for the entire life of the machine.
2. It must be given to the person who will use and maintain the machine.
3. Beyond containing all the information necessary for the operators, it includes (divided in specific chapters) the electric diagrams
to be used for maintenance and reparation.
SCOPE / MANUAL PURPOSE
This instruction manual has the purpose to provide the user with all the information necessary for a safe use and of these machines.
Besides, this publication provides with all the indications and warnings to take every precaution, to understand the machine’s
principles and functioning limits. For any explanations or doubts on the contents please contact an Authorized Assistance Center.
RECEIVERS
This manual (1 copy) comes with the machine and must be considered as an integral part of the machine. It is meant for those people
who will use and maintain the machine.
The slicers must be used only by suitably trained personnel who has carefully read the contents of this manual.
RESPONSIBILITY
In case of need (ex. any damage to even a part of the manual that makes
consulting it difficult) the use must acquire a new copy from the
Authorized Assistance Center.
The present manual reflects the technical state during the machine
manufacturing; The descriptions and illustrations contained in this manual
are not binding. The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce any
modification without updating the manual.
Pay particularly attention to the residual risks content present on the
machine and the prescriptions that operators must follow.
The manufacturer is responsible only for the machine as it is in its original
configuration.
The manufacturer declines all direct or indirect responsibility deriving from
improper use, untrained personnel using the machine, not following the
instructions in the manual, outstanding events, using the machine so that
it does not conform to specific regulations in force in the country of
installation, unauthorized changes and/or repairs to the machine.
The manufacturer declines all direct or indirect responsibility deriving from
the use of accessories and spare parts that are not original.
The manufacturer is responsible for the information contained in the
Italian manual version only.
The warranty is voided by any non-fulfillment of the information contained
in this manual.
The person in charge for supervising the working activity must:
Respect the safety norms contained in the manual.
Make sure the operators are informed about the specific risks they
undertake when using these machines and conform to the specific safety
rules
Have more than one user operating the machine

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SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL
DANGER
Shows a possible danger for those who are using the machine and the nearby
persons. Therefore, it signals that the operation taking place must be performed
respecting all the safety norms contained in the manual
PRECAUTION
Shows a warning on useful information and/or further recommendations and/or
suggestions about the actual operation.
ATTENTION
Shows an operation to be performed thoroughly to avoid damaging the
machine.
2. GENERAL INFORMATION AND CHARACTERISTICS
USE AND PARTS
The slicing machine hereinafter referred to as “machine” is designed and manufactured with a circular blade mountied in a tilted
position. This blade is driven by an electrical motor driven by belt transmission in order to slice foodstuffs. Slice thickness is
adjustable.The products that can be sliced include: all types of cold cuts, boneless meat (cooked or raw at a temperature of no lower
than +3°C); for cheese slicing, please use a Teflon blade.
The machine housing that supports the cutting tool is made of anodized aluminium alloy. The anodizing electrolytic process grants
hygienic food contact and high resistance to the oxidization.
The blade is made of 100Cr6 steel (chromed). The blade is designed and tempered to assue precise cut even assuring an exact and
after its re-sharpening.
Other components of the machine are made of food grade polycarbonate and stainless steel.
The machine can be:
Vertical: the machine food table is parallel to the horizontal surface.
The food table is equipped with a special cold meats food press handle.
Gravity: the machine food table is inclined to the horizontal surface.
The product to cut moves gravity way to the blade
Meat Slicer: the machine food table is parallel to the horizontal surface.
The food table is especially designed for meat cuts.
The machine base is supplied with by anti sliding rubber feet.
The machine is equipped with a carriage holding a product tray and sliding on a bar mounted under the base top, parallel to the blade.
Slice thickness is adjusted by means of a gauge plate mounted in front of the blade, and regulated by turning the graduated scale
knob.
The food product is fed and removed manually.
The machine comes with an identification plate on which the following data are showed:

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GRAVITY SLICING MACHINE TECHNICAL AND MANUFACTURING DATA
TECHNICAL
DATA
MODEL
G220
G250
G275
G300
G330
G350
Power (kW) /
(Hp)
0.25/0.35
0.25/0.35
0.27/0.40
0.27/0.40
0.38/0.50
0.38/0.50
Blade
diameter
(mm)
220
250
275
300
330
350
Cut capacity
(mm)
170x210
190x250
160x230
160x230
240x250
240x250
Cut
regulation
(mm)
0 ÷ 15
Trolley run
(mm)
240
260
270
270
330
330
Weight net
(kg)
13
19
22
23
38
40
Sizes
A x B x C x
D x E(mm)
400x450x370
x400x300
580x470x370
x470x310
500x630x420
x470x320
500x630x420
x470x320
500x780x480
x600x420
500x800x480
x600x420
Continue acoustic
power level
considered equal to A
Less than 70dBA
Current nature –
Frequency
Rating plate
Full charge current
Rating plate
Use nominal voltage
Rating plate
Auxiliary circuits
voltage
AC 24V –DC 24V
Mass and neutral
TT e TN
Protection degree
IP X3
Use
In doors only
Machine positioning
Test bench used in the feed sector of height included between
900/1100mm from the threading surface of adequate capacity, with a
circulation free space of at least 800mm
Environment air max.
temperature
-5 / +40°C -
Environment relative
max. humidity
90%
Requested minimum
illumination
500 lux
Product directive
conformance
2006/42/CE and successive modifications and integrations, Reg.
1935/2004

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GROUP
EXAMPLE
1. graduated scale
knob
2. on/off push
buttons
3. gauge plate
4. food table
5. carriage tray
6. product tray
handle
7. food press
8. product tray hand
protection
9. blade
10.sharpener
11.sharpener knob
12.blade cover
13.blade guard ring
14.safety guard
GRAVITY SLICING MACHINE

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NORMAL USE, IMPROPER USE, INCORRECT OR FORBIDDEN USE
The slicing machine must be used only by an adequately trained person who has carefully
read the contents of this manual. The operators must be, in perfect mental physical condition,
have the right attitude and capacity and necessary knowledge for maneuvering and normal maintenance
of simple mechanical and electrical components.
Under its NORMAL USE the machine is designed and manufactured with a
circular rotating blade used to slice food products of different type and size
The machine must not be used IN IMPROPER WAYS, in particular:
1. it must not be used for domestic use
2. it must not function with parameters different from the ones showed in the
technical characteristics table
3. The manufacturer declines all direct and indirect responsibility deriving
from any use of the machine that is different from the ones described in
this manual
4. the user is responsible for any damages deriving from the non-fullfillment of
the instructions contained in this manual
5. never operate the machine without food products
6. never operate or remove all Warning Labels Attached and
Owner/Operator Manual Available to the Operator.
7. any improper use of the machine might cause risks for peolple’s health and
safety.
NEVER use the machine in INCORRECT OR FORBIDDEN WAYS to avoid serious
personal injury. It is forbidden:
1. to move the machine while still plugged in
2. to unplug the electric feeding cable to switch off the machine
3. to place any weights on the machine and/or the electric feeding cable
4. to put the electric feeding cable close to cutting parts or flammable ones
5. to use the machine with the electric feeling cable or with the control
devices damaged and not intact
6. to leave the machine switched off with the electric feeling cable connected
to the feeding plug
7. to leave machine unattended while operating.
8. to insert any objects into the motor ventilation fan
9. not to install machine on a level, solid, non-skid surface in a well-lighted work
area ranging between 900-1100 mm high from the floor area
10. to insert any objects or clothes under the machine base and/or between the
machine rubber feet and work bench
11. to use any inflammable, corrosive or abrasive detergents for cleaning the
machine
12. to immerse the machine in water or any other liquids
13. the use by unauthorized personnel and with loose clothing or different from
those showed in this manual
14. to use the machine for products different from the ones described in this
manual (i.e. bones, frozen meat, not feed products, or other non-food objects
such as scarves, etc..)
15. to remove any machine parts while the machine is working or there is any
product leftovers on the food plate
16. to operate the machine before all possible residual risks have been
eliminated
17. to smoke or use equipment with free flame and use inflammable materials,
unless suitable safety measures have been taken
18. to loose any knobs during operation or 5 sec after the machine has been
stopped,
19. to operate the machine whilst the safety protections are not correctly
locked or removed
20. to remove even partially any protections or danger signals

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21. to remove the blockage or operate control devices without proper
authorization
22. to push the feeder with bare hands on the food plate
23. to manoeuvre or use the machine with wet or humid hands (the knob hold
can be slippery)
24. to touch the moving elements while the machine is working and/or 5 sec
after machine has been stopped
25. to place the machine on trolleys, stirrups or unsteady tables; during
operation the machine could fall causing damages to things and accidents to
people
26. to cut deep-frozen feed products, meat with bones, fish, cheese or any
other vegetables
27. to touch the blade with bare hands or with other object while the blade is
rotating
28. to unlock the blade while it is rotating and/or while the machine is still plugged
in
The user is however responsible of the damages resulting from the failure to
comply with the instructions contained in this manual. For any doubts, please
contact any Authorized Assistance Centre.

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3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Negligence of standards and safety procedures can cause danger and
damage.
When operating the machine the users mus respect:
1. all rules, concerning the environment and human behaviour, established in
the applicable laws and/or standards; with particular reference to the fixed
plant upstream of the machine and for its connection/functioning;
2. all further instructions and use warnings making part of the
technical/graphic documentation annexed to the machine.
Except where differently specified, the personnel which performs the
installation interventions, connection, maintenance, reassembly, and reuse,
damages or breakdowns, demolition and dismantling must be skilled
personnel with expertise in safety matter and residual risks.
ENVIRONMENTS, WORKING AND PASSING PLACES
The work environment must comply with the requirements of the 89/654/CEE requirements. To avoid serious personal injury
properly install equipment in adequate work area. The employer must comply with the directive 89/391/CEE relative to employee’s
safety and health improvement, and make sure that any residual risk is reduced or prevented.
.
WARNINGS ON THE RESIDUAL RISKS
RESIDUAL RISK DUE TO THE FIXED PROTECTIONS REMOVAL, INTERVENTIONS ON BROKEN/WORN PARTS
the operator must not try by any chance to open or remove a fixed
protection or tamper a safety device.
During the installation, maintenance, parts replacement and cleaning
phase and/or during any manual operation that includes the introduction
of hand or any other body parts, please be aware of the residual risks,
such as:
1. hits against the machine parts
2. Grazing and/or abrasion against the machine rough parts
3. Pricks due to sharp parts
4. Cuts due to sharp
the loading phase is particularly risky because it is meant to be done by
hand, and this might cause a residual risk of cuts due to sharp parts. Besides
in the cleaning or stuck pieces unblock in the blade that happens also
introducing the hands near the cut tools, there is a residual risk due above all
to a cut with tools sharpened parts.
The operator and the Service person must be trained for any intervention
relative to operations that must be done while the lid is open. They must
be aware of consequent risks and must be authorized by a supervisor and
must use adequate individual protection devices and always wear five fingers
anti cut gloves.

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PROTECTION DEVICES ON THE MACHINE
The machine protections and safety devices must not be removed.
If they have to be removed for any extraordinary maintenance some
measures will have to be immediately adopted in order to inform of any
risks and avoid any injuries.
All the safety devices must be put back in place once the need for temporary
removal is over.
All machine protection and safety devices must be maintained in perfect and
constant efficiency condition.
The machine transmission parts are completely isolated by means of fixed protections which don’t allow the access for any
kinematical chain.
Given all the machine use modaly and its use destination, please note that the moving parts are not isolated from the other mobile
protections and safety devices.
All the safety functions including the control systems parts connected to safety have been tested accordind to proper safety
components and principles.
Protection devices included in the machine:
Hand protection: protection in polycarbonate that
prevents the blade contact with the fingers when
the hand is placed on the food tray handle.
Food press knob: knob equipped with metal ring
and spacer that prevent the blade contact with the
fingers when the hand is placed on the food tray
handle
Sharpener: placed over the blade includes all the
parts necessary to sharpen the blade and
prevents the access to the blade superior part. It
isn’t used durin the cutting process.
Blade cover: covers the blade leaving free only
the usable part for the cut. It is removable thanks
to a unscrewing tie-rod placed on the blade back
Blade cover ring: covers the blade leaving free
only the usable part for the cut.
Tray removal: the carriage on which the food
plate Food plate which can only be removed if the
regulating knob of the thickness plate is in the ‘zero’
position (1) and the carriage is at the end of its
position on the operator’s side (2) then lift the
carriage upwards (3)

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4. TRANSPORTATION, PUT IN SERVICE AND USE
The machine can be operated by authorized and properly trained
personnel
Before to switch on the machine perform the following operations:
Read thoroughly this manual
Be informed about the protections and emergency devices that are
available on the machine, their localization and their functioning.
The non-authorized use of commercial parts and accessories included in the
protections and in the safety devices can provoke the mis-functioning of the
machine and risks for the operator.
The operator besides must have received an adequate training.
WORK PLACES AND OPERATOR TASKS
As prescribed in the instructions manual for the use, the machine is designed to be operated by an operator trained and formed on
the residual risks, but with the competences, in safety matter, of the maintenance men.
The operator normal work zone is:
1. the machine anterior zone near the food platform for the food product loading / unloading operations and for the trolley activation.
2. the machine back zone near the binder surface to grasp the cut food product slices.
3. the zone around the machine near the control devices, the knobs, etc... for the switching on, regulations and switching off
operations.
TRANSPORTATION, MOVING AND STORING
All transportation and movement measures must be carried out by properly trained personnel and adequately informed and
trained staff who has read and understood the safety instructions in this manual. Necessary:
1. the movement and transport of the machine always be carried out
when it is discharged,
2. to verify that the lifting means are able to bear the weight and the
load volume under safety conditions and that these are tested and
the proper maintenance subjected,
3. to take all measures that are necessary to ensure the maximum
stability of the funds and charges in relation to their mass and their
priorities,
4. to prevent the machine during its repositioning and unloading
sudden shocks or accidental blows suffered,
5. perform the movement with continuous movements without causing
jerks occur or repetitive pulses.
PACKING REMOVAL
PACKING DESCRIPTION –DISPOSAL OF THE PACKING MATERIAL
The machine and the various parts delivered separately are packed so that infiltration / penetration, of liquids of organic material or
human beings are avoided. The packing consists of polyethylene sheath around the machine, and the whole is packed in a
cardboard box of sufficient size, the box is placed on a wood pallet. The empty spaces in the box are filled with the filling material.
Do not dispose, but restore it for possible transportations or recycle.
The evaluation and the management for the products biological compatibility used in the packing are of user competence and
responsibility.
The employer is obligated to know the applicable laws of his country and to work so that these laws are complied with.
It is forbidden and punishable by the law to dispose the machine and the electric equipment in the environment.