Omcan ABN-HD User manual

Version 1.1
1-800-465-0234
www.omcan.com
3115 Pepper Mill Court, Mississauga, ON, L5L 4X5
4450 Witmer Industrial Estates, Unit 4, Niagara Falls, NY, 14305
Meat Tenderizer
Model ABN-HD
Instruction Manual

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Table of Contents
Section
General Information
Safety & Warranty
Technical Specications
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Parts Breakdown
Electrical Schematics
Warranty Registration
Model ABN-HD

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General Information
Safety & Warranty
Omcan Manufacturing and Distributing Company Inc. and Food Machinery Of America, Inc. dba Omcan
are not responsible for any harm or injury caused due to any person’s improper or negligent use of
this equipment. The product shall only be operated by someone over the age of 18, of sound mind, and
not under the inuence of any drugs or alcohol, who has been trained in the correct operation of this
machine, and is wearing authorized, proper safety clothing. Any modication to the machine voids any
warranty, and may cause harm to individuals using the machine or in the vicinity of the machine while
in operation.
If not properly handled, the ABN-HD is potentially DANGEROUS. At no time should you put your hand inside
the Protection Lid (Pic. 4, #1) through its upper opening. Any movable part shall only be disassembled by
trained personnel for cleaning or maintenance. Strictly follow all instructions listed in this manual.
• For maintenance or cleaning, keep the machine unplugged and remove any movable parts.
• Handle the Rollers (Pic.2, #2) with care, they have very sharp blades. Remove them using the Rollers
Extractor (Pic. 2, #1).
• Never use any kind of instruments to put the meat into the Protection Lid (Pic. 4, #1) opening.
• Never lift the Lid (Pic. 4, #1) before the Rollers have stopped moving.
• Never put water directly on the machine. To clean the machine use a wet cloth.
ALWAYS UNPLUG THE MACHINE BEFORE CLEANING OR MAINTENANCE.
SAFETY PROCEDURES AND NOTES BEFORE TURNING THE MACHINE ON
IMPORTANT
Carefully read ALL INSTRUCTIONS of this manual before turning the machine ON. Make sure the operator is
familiar with the appliance and understands all information contained in this manual. If you have any questions
contact Omcan at 1-800-465-0234.
DANGER
A damaged power cable can cause damage to the unit or injury to the operator. Before every use, check the
conditions of all wires and cables.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Be sure ALL INSTRUCTIONS in this manual are thoroughly understood. Every function and operational

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Safety and Warranty
procedure have to be fully understood by the operator. Any manual command shall be done only if the operator
is certain it is the correct one. In the case of a power shortage, immediately turn the machine OFF. Only use
recommended or equivalent lubricants, oils or greases when servicing the unit. Do not let water, dirt or dust
get into the mechanical or electrical components of the unit. DO NOT MODIFY original characteristics of the
machine.DONOTREMOVE,TEAROFFORTAMPERanysafetyoridenticationlabels.Ifanylabelshave
been removed or are no longer legible contact your nearest dealer for a replacement.
DANGEROUS PARTS
The device has parts that are connected to high voltage. These parts may cause severe electrical shocks or
even be fatal if touched. Never touch controls, such as switches, buttons, keys and knobs, with wet hands,
clothes and/or shoes. The operator could be exposed to severe electrical shocks or a fatal situation.
WARNINGS
The operator has to be familiar with the position of the ON/OFF switch. Before any kind of maintenance,
turn the machine off and remove the plug from its socket. Make sure there is enough space for comfortable
operation. Water or oil spilled is dangerous and operation should be stopped until the spill is removed. Make
suretheooriscleananddry.Beforetousinganycontrols(switch,buttons,turnkeysorlevers)besurethe
control is the correct one. Check this manual for further details if necessary. Never use a control (switch,
buttons, lever) unadvisedly. If operated by two or more persons, coordinate signals for each operation step.
Every step of the operation shall only be taken if the signal has been made.
DO NOT WEAR LOOSE-FITTING CLOTHING, PARTICULARLY WITH OPEN SLEEVES;
WHERE NECESSARY USE SUITABLE HEADGEAR TO HOLD BACK HAIR.

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Technical Specications
1. Protection Lid
2. Rollers Support
3. Motor Cabinet Cover
4. Motor Cabinet
5. ON/OFF Switch
1. Safety Switch 1. Protection Lid
2. ON/OFF Switch
3. Motor Cabinet
1. Rollers Exterior
2. Rollers

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Technical Specications
Installation
TheABN-HDshouldbeplacedonalevelworkingsurface,preferably850mm(33.46”)abovetheoor(Pic.
05).Thesourcevoltagemustbethesameasthemotorvoltage.Thecordplug,featurestwoatpinsandone
round pin (grounding). It is mandatory that the three pins are not damaged. To move the Protection Cover (Pic.
1, #1) lift it. Lateral movements might damage the machine. Before lifting the Protection Cover make sure the
machine is completely still and the power cable has been unplugged from the socket.
The ABN-HD has a Safety Switch (Pic. 3, #1) to switch the machine OFF as soon as the Protection Lid (Pic.
4, #1) is lifted. The ABN-HD is a table top machine with the ability to process various different kinds of meat.
NEVER USE FROZEN MEAT OR MEAT WITH BONES.
Average Production (Kg/h) Up to 400
Voltage (V) 110
Frequency (Hz) 60
Power Rating (Hp) 0.5
Consumption (kw/h) 0.37
Height (mm) 230
Width (mm) 470
Depth (mm) 220
Net Weight (Kg) 27
Gross Weight (Kg) 29
Oil Capacity (mL) 250
Picture 5
Suggested Height:
850mm/33.46”

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Operation
PRE-OPERATION
Be sure the ABN-HD is stable. Before operation, wash the removable parts with hot water and neutral soap,
rinse and dry before reassembling the parts. Check the oil regularly. If necessary, top up the oil to the indicated
height. Use oil UNITRON 140 or a similar oil with the same characteristics.
STARTING
IMPORTANT
When any removable part of the machine has to be removed, switch the machine OFF and unplug it . Wait until
the Rollers (Pic. 12, #1) have completely stopped before to lifting the Protection Lid (Pic. 4, #1). The Protection
Lid(Pic.4,#1)MUSTbettedproperlybeforeeveryuse.TostartthemachinepresstheON/OFFSwitch(Pic.
4, #2) placed on the cabinet side. Model ABN-HD has a safety switch that does not allow the machine to work
without the Protection Lid (Pic. 4, #1).
HOW TO INTRODUCE THE MEAT
The ABN-HD is a LOW ROTATING machine. Its operation is simple, however it needs the full attention of the
operator to avoid any accidents. Place the meat to be processed inside the Protection Lid opening and freely
let it go into the machine.
ATTENTION
Under no circumstances should any kind of instrument be used to push the meat inside the Protection Lid (Pic.
6, #1).
Meat sizes up to 20 cm (about 8”) and 2 cm thick (about 4/5”)
1. Protection Lid

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Operation
1. Rollers 1. Rollers Extractor
2. Rollers Support
REMOVING AND REPLACING THE ROLLERS
Removing the Rollers requires the full attention from the operator to avoid possible accidents.
• Lift the Protection Lid (Pic. 1, #1).
• Draw the Rollers key (Pic. 7, #1).
• LifttheRollersExtractor(Pic.8,#1),rstthebackside,bendingittocomeoutfromtheRollersSupport
(Pic. 8, #2), then place the Rollers Extractor (Pic. 9, #1) on a leveled surface.
• ObservethateachRollerhasonitsbacksidegureindicatingitsrightpositionintotheRollersSupport
(Pic. 09).
• Withdraw one Roller at a time (Pic.10/11).
To replace the Rollers follow the reverse procedure.

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Operation
RECOMMENDATIONS
Make sure your hair is tied up to avoid getting caught by turning parts which could lead to serious injury. The
operation must be a trained or skilled personnel. Never touch turning parts with your hands or with any other
objects. NEVER operate the machine without all original safety devices functioning properly.
1. Rollers Extractor 1. Roller
1. Roller

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Maintenance
AFTER FINISHING THE WORK
After every operation, TURN THE MACHINE OFF by switching the machine OFF and removing the plug from
the socket before cleaning the machine. Never clean the machine unless it has come to a complete stop. Put
all components back to their functional positions before turning it ON again. Check the level of oil regularly. DO
NOTplaceyourngersinbetweenbelts,pulleys,chainsorgears.
DANGER
Any maintenance of the machine while in operation is dangerous. TURN IT OFF BY SWITCHING OFF AND
PULLING THE PLUG OUT OF THE SOCKET PRIOR TO MAINTENANCE.
IMPORTANT
Pull the plug out of its socket when an emergency arises.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Electricalormechanicalmaintenancecanonlybeperformedbyqualiedpersonnel.Theoperatorortechnician
in charge has to be sure that the machine is TOTALLY SAFE before maintenance.
CLEANING
All the parts that come in contact with meat must be washed with hot water and neutral soap, rinse and dried
them before replacing them. To clean the other parts of the machine use a wet cloth. Before using the machine
replace all into the machine. Never use hard or damaging objects. Never use objects that can stick to the
Rollers. Use a nylon brush to remove food and to clean the Rollers blades. Wash all the parts with hot water
and neutral soap, rinse and dry.
IMPORTANT
Never clean the machine while it is connected to the power source, always unplug it. Before lifting the
Protection Lid (Pic. 4, #1), wait until the Rollers (Pic. 2, #2) are completely stopped. Observe the position of the
Rollers before to removing them and replace them to their original position.
ROUTINE INSPECTION
Whencheckingthetensionofthebeltsorchains,DONOTputyourngersbetweenthebelts,thechains
or the gears. Check if motors, belts, chains or gears and the turning or any sliding parts of the unit produce
abnormal noises. Check the tension of the belts and chains and replace them when the belt, chain or gears
showsignsofbeingwornout.Whencheckingthetensionsofbeltsorchain,DONOTputyourngersbetween
belts, pulleys, chains and gears. Check protection and safety devices to make sure they are working properly.