Rice Lake TX-22 User manual

TX-22
Meat Grinder
Operation Manual
PN 159765

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Contents
1.0 Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Delivery and Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.3 Dimensions and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2.0 Installation and Operation .............................................................................................................. 3
2.1 Unpacking and Installing the Meat Grinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 Sound Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3 Optional Stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.4.1 Grinding Meat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.0 Parts ................................................................................................................................................ 6
4.0 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................. 10
4.1 Maintenance at Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2 Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.3 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.4 Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.5 Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
TX-22 Meat Grinder Limited Warranty...................................................................................................... 14
Brand Name: DADAUX GASTROTECH
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Specifications subject to change without notice.
Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company.
January 12, 2015
Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
Course descriptions and dates can be viewed at www.ricelake.com/training
or obtained by calling 715-234-9171 and asking for the training department.

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Introduction 1
1.0 Introduction
Authorized distributors and their employees can view or download this manual from the Rice Lake
Weighing Systems distributor site at www.ricelake.com.
1.1 Sa fe t y
Safety Symbol Defintions:
Important
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death, and
includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, could result in damage to equipment or
corruption to and loss of data.
General Safety
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read and understand the instructions and
warnings in this manual. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or
death. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your
responsibility.
Study the Following Safety Rules
Failure To Heed May Result In Serious Personal Injury Or Death.
WARNING
FOLLOW setup instructions provided for proper installation.
NEVER touch this machine without training and authorization from your supervisor.
Machine MUST be on a solid level support.
Guards MUST be in place before plugging in and turning on machine.
ALWAYS use the three (3) pronged grounded plug provided.
ALWAYS use the feed stomper - NOT your hand.
NEVER touch the rotating blades.
ALWAYS keep your fingers, hands and clothing away from moving parts.
ALWAYS turn OFF and UNPLUG machine before cleaning or servicing.
NEVER operate machine with objects NOT provided by the manufacturer.
1.2 Delivery and Handling
Upon receipt of the shipping pallet, inspect it for any visible signs of damage and inspect the contents to ensure all
components are included.
Note
CAUTION
The grinder is heavy. Use two people when unpacking, lifting or moving the unit.
Notify the carrier immediately if shipping carton is damaged. If equipment is damaged, notify the carrier
within five (5) days and save all documents.
Remove packaging carefully (see Section 2.1)

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The TX-22 Meat Grinder is Delivered With Following Accessories
Table 1-1. Accessories Parts List
Description Qty
Enterprise System Knife 1
Plate 22 with holes Ø 3/16 in (5 mm) 1
Body Nut 1
Extractor for Helical Screw 1
Feed Stomper 1
1.3 Dimensions and Specifications
19.6 in
(497.3 mm)
16.9 in
(438.2 mm)
22.9 in
(581.5 mm)
15.2 in
(385.9 mm)
30 in
(762.8 mm) 28.8 in
(731.6 mm)
11.3 in
(285.5 mm)
8.1 in
(206.4 mm)
18.3 in
(464.1 mm)
13.8 in
(349.5 mm)
8.3 in
(211.4 mm)
Figure 1-1. Dimensions
Technical Data
• Material: stainless steel with a sanded or brushed appearance, steel and polythene
• Weight: 159 lb (70 kg)
• Volume: 30 in x 19.6 in x 22.9 in (762.8 mm x 497.3 mm x 581.5 mm)
• Engine power: 0.75 Kw
• Hopper capacity: 4 gal (15.5 L)
• Exit diameter: 3.25 in (82 mm)
• Motor: single phase 115V or 230, 60Hz
•Waterproof monobloc crankcase AISI 304
• Auger body made of 100% stainless steel

Installation and Operation 3
2.0 Installation and Operation
2.1 Unpacking and Installing the Meat Grinder
CAUTION
The grinder is heavy. Use two people when unpacking, lifting or moving the unit.
Figure 2-1. Remove Meat Grinder from Packaging
1. Carefully remove packing material from top and sides of machine.
2. With the assistance of another person, lift machine from the carton by lifting from the bottom at the
locations shown in Figure 2-1.
3. Place grinder on a solid, level table or support.
Important
The floor must be able to support the weight of the machine, 159 lb (70 kg).
The grinder should be placed in a well lit area and the space around the grinder must be sufficient for its
operator (see Figure 2-2).
24 in
(600 mm)
8 in
(200 mm)
19.7 in
(500 mm)
Figure 2-2. Necessary Space for the Operator to use the Grinder
4. Inspect machine for damage and proper guard placement.
5. Plug machine into a properly grounded outlet using the plug supplied with the machine. The proper voltage
will be specified on the machine serial number plate.

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6. Test the machine power by pressing the green ON button. The helical screw must turn in the direction of
the arrow as indicated in Figure 2-3.
Note
If the machine is not running correctly, turn off immediately and unplug. Contact your service agent.
7. Clean and sanitize machine before using (See Section 4.3).
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ON/OFF Button
Figure 2-3. Meat Grinder ON/OFF Button
Important
If the grinder does not work properly, immediately press the red OFF button and contact customer service.
2.2 Sound Specifications
The airborne noise emitted by the grinder has a level lower than 70 dB.
2.3 Optional Stand
An optional stand is available (PN160270)
45"
17.2" 28.8"
23.3"
14.8"
18"
Figure 2-4. Optional Stand

Installation and Operation 5
2.4 Operation
The TX-22 Grinder has been designed and manufactured to continuously mince several different kinds of meat.
WARNING
Never touch this machine without training and authorization from a supervisor.
ALWAYS turn OFF and UNPLUG machine before cleaning or servicing.
Before using the grinder, check that all components of the machine are in proper position.
Cutting Body
Feed Screw
Body Nut
Monobloc Knife
Pilot Stud
Plate
Feed Stomper
ON/OFF Button
Guard Plate
Meat Chamber
Locking Body Handle
Figure 2-5. Component Installation Order
• Cutting body placed on the grinder and tightened by the locking body handle.
• Helical screw inserted into the body and coupled with the transmission shaft.
• System enterprise knife 22 mounted onto the end part of the feed screw.
• Hole plate 22 inserted ahead of the knife.
• Nut tightened ahead of the plate but not totally blocked (full tightening of the nut is only necessary when
the meat is inserted into the exit plate).
WARNING
The grinder must not be used with grates with holes with a diameter larger than 8 mm. The thickness of
the grate must be 5 mm or more.
To handle the knife, the operator of the machine must wear cut-resistant gloves.
Before the removal of the cutting elements (grate/knife/screw), the power supply plug must be
unplugged. It is strictly prohibited to use this machine in another configuration or purpose for which it
was intended.
2.4.1 Grinding Meat
1. Put the meat to grind onto the tray.
2. Press the green ON button to start the grinder.
3. Insert the meat into the hole of the tray, use the pestle to push the meat into the feeding hole.
4. Press the red OFF button to stop the grinder.

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3.0 Parts
Figure 3-1. TX-22 Meat Grinder Parts Diagram