Scharfen VA 4000 User manual

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Operating Instructions for Food Slicer
Model
VA 4000
VA 4000 GR
VA 4000 T
VA 4000 GR T
Hermann Scharfen
GmbH & Co. Maschinenfabrik KG
Ruhrstr. 76 a D - 58452 Witten
Telefon 02302 – 282770 Telefax 02302 - 22941

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Contents
1. General Information 4
1.1. Notes regarding the operating instructions 4
1.2. Notes regarding warranty 4
1.3. Notes regarding security 4
1.4. Dimensions of the machine and technical data 5
1.5. Description of the machine 5
1.5.1. General plan of the machine 6
1.6. Usage 6
2. Installation and initial operation 7
2.1. Checking the contents of the carton 7
2.2. Installation 7
2.3. Electrical installation 8
2.4. Checking the direction of blade rotation 8
3. Operation 8
3.1. Important notes before switching on the machine 8
3.2. Switch functions (push button) 8
3.3. Thickness of slices 9
3.4. Operation of the end piece holder 9
3.5. Automatic or manual movement of the carriage 9
3.6. Automatic operation 9
3.6.1. Engaging carriage 9
3.6.2. Loading the carriage and adjusting the thickness of slices 10
3.6.3. Adjusting the speed of the carriage 10
3.6.4. Notes regarding the slicing programme 10
3.7. Manual operation 10
3.7.1. Disengaging carriage 10
3.7.2. Loading the carriage and adjusting the thickness of slices 10
3.7.3. Notes regarding the slicing programme 10
4. Slicing functions 11
4.1. Description of the keyboard 11
4.2. Starting the slicing programme 11
4.3. Changing the slicing programme 12
4.3.1. Stacking 12
4.3.2. Shingling lengthwise 13
4.3.3. Shingling crosswise 13
4.3.4. Circle shingling 14
5. Programmed Operation (PLU) 15

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5.1. Choosing PLU-Number 15
5.2. Data conditioning 16
5.2.1. Create article and modify data 16
5.2.2. Copy article 17
5.2.3. Delete article 17
5.2.4. Modify article 18
6. Slicing of end pieces 18
7. Cleaning 18
7.1. How to proceed with cleaning 18
7.2. Taking off the blade guard 18
7.3. Taking off chain frame, stacking device and receiving plate 19
7.4. Taking off parts of the carriage 19
7.5. Cleaning the blade 20
7.6. Cleaning the single parts 20
7.7. Reassembling the parts 20
8. Sharpening the blade 20
8.1. Sharpening device 21
8.2. Mounting the sharpening device 21
8.3. Sharpening the blade 21
8.4. Remove sharpening device 22
9. Maintenance 22
10. Trouble shooting 22
10.1. Error messages on the display 23
11. Waste disposal 23

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1. General Information
1.1. Notes regarding the operating instructions
Read the following hints before installing and operating this machine!
Make yourself familiar with this machine by reading this operating instructions carefully.
Within this operating instructions there are indicated the following safety notes and hints:
means Attention. Notes for probable danger and for avoiding mistakes.
means notes and hints regarding certain operation procedures.
1.2. Notes regarding warranty
The installation and initial operation has to be done by an authorised supplier or service technician.
Only trained persons are allowed to operate this machine. When required, the training has to be repeated.
Supervisory and operating staff have to read the operating instructions carefully before initial operation
of this machine. Starting, operating and cleaning have to be done according the operating instructions
and are only allowed after having been introduced to the way of working.
In case of
 unauthorised installation
 unauthorised electrical installation
 wrong operation
 misuse
 constructional alteration
 detaching security or protecting equipment
 and in case of using non-original Scharfen spare parts
any responsibility from our side is refused.
In above cases the operator acts on his own risk and is responsible himself for damages which might occur.
Therefore, only use original Scharfen spare parts!
In case high pressure or steam cleaning devices or water plugs are used any claims regarding
warranty will be refused.
This is valid also for faults and damages which are caused by natural wear and tear.
The pictorial representation might differ from the machine supplied because of regional specific requirements or
as a result of technical improvement.
The contents of this operating instructions is not affected by that.
1.3. Notes regarding security
This machine corresponds to legal security and hygienic requirements. Nevertheless there is a risk of getting
hurt in case of wrong or inattentive operation or maintenance. Especially for your hands or fingers there is a risk
of injury. The operating staff has to be trained carefully how to operate and maintain this machine according to
this operating instructions.
Pay attention in any case to the following notes regarding security:
See to it that unauthorised, untrained persons and in particular children cannot start the
machine.
It is not allowed to detach, to modify or to disregard protecting or security equipment. Otherwise
there is a high risk of injury.
Always work with concentration, do not let distract yourself from your work.
Only cut food products as indicated in this operating instructions.
Never carry out experiments. Never try to cut foreign material.
Never cut deep frozen products.

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Never check the sharpness of the blade with your fingers.
Never detach the blade without suitable devices.
Never use the machine as a place to put something on or to do other work on.
Take care that the floor space is clean, dry and non-slip.
In case the current supply cable or the plug are defective, these parts have to be exchanged or repaired by your
after sales service or an electrician.
For cleaning pull the plug in any case.
In case of non-typical noise switch off the machine immediately.
In case the fault cannot be put right by yourself, you have to inform your after sales service.
1.4. Dimensions of the machine and technical data
overall dimensions w 800 x l 853 x h 660 mm
counter space required 574 x 470 mm
max. cutting size ca. 255 x 195 mm
thickness of slices (infinitely variable) 0 - 10 mm
diameter of blade 330 mm
sound level < 54 db(A)
weight app. 80 kg
voltage and cycles see rating plate
power 0,6 kW
Manufacturer: Hermann Scharfen GmbH & Co. Maschinenfabrik KG
Ruhrstr. 76a, D - 58452 Witten, Phone [phone]
1.5. Description of the machine
This food slicer is fully automatic with integrated shingling and stacking device.
The carriage is moved automatically. For cleaning and sharpening the automatic drive of the carriage can be
disengaged.
The blade is driven electrically with a 1-phase or 3-phase gear motor. This gear motor is maintenance-free and
air-cooled.
By means of a special air circulation the warming up of the motor is very low, especially around the blade.
The automatic carriage is moved by a strong d.c. motor.
The food product is pushed against the blade by a fully automatic end piece holder.
The material used in the food zone corresponds to all requirements of food hygiene.
The complete machine body, the thickness plate, the blade guard and the carriage are made of stainless steel.
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The blade is hard chromed.
All visible bearings as well as open sliding surfaces are lubricated only with lubricant suitable for food zones.
For switching the machine on and off there is used a double red/green push button.
Self-starting of the machine after a voltage drop is avoided by the electric control.
There are internal fuses to protect the electronic control and the motors controlled electronically.
The carriage can only be tilted aside when the automatic drive is disengaged and the thickness plate is closed
completely.
When the carriage is tilted aside, the thickness plate is locked in this position.
The protecting and security equipment as well as electrical and mechanical components correspond to
regulations in force.
The machine is equipped with the following security equipment:
no self-starting of the machine after a voltage drop
fully automatic stop of the blade
double push-button
fixed ring around the blade, non-removable
central blade protection, fixed, removable
locked thickness plate when the carriage is tilted aside
internal fuses for current supply and electronic control
1.5.1. General plan of the machine
1 end piece holder
2 comb, end piece holder
3 adjusting bar
4 rubber foot
5 star knob for carriage
6 lever
7 carriage feed plate
8 carriage
9 thickness plate
1.6. Usage
The following food products can be sliced by taking into account the maximum cutting capacity:
 - all kinds of sausages
 - ham / bacon
19 hand protection
20 thickness knob
21 guiding axle, end piece holder
21 plate of end piece holder
10 guiding axle carriage
11 blade guard
12 fixed ring
13 star knob stacking device
14 stacking device
15 rating plate
16 receiving plate
17 chain frame
18 display and keyboard
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 - roast meat / cooked ham
 - meat
 - cheese
The following products are not allowed to be sliced because of danger to get injured:
- NON FOOD articles
- food products with bones
- deep frozen food products
The machine has to be installed in a shopping room. The installation in moist rooms is allowed.
The machine is drip-proof only.
High air humidity and condensation water may damage the machine. The machine is not splash-proof.
2. Installation and initial operation
First read the operating instructions very carefully!
You have to pay attention to all notes.
Operating procedures have to be carried out as described.
Always work carefully and with concentration, this way you can avoid damages and injuries.
The installation, introduction and initial operation has to be done by an authorised supplier or
service technician.
2.1. Checking the contents of the carton
The supplied carton has to have to following contents:
Scharfen food slicer model VA 4000
as well as the following equipment:
chain frame
stacking device
receiving plate or conveyor belt
table for food slicer (only for machines with conveyor belt)
sharpening device
these operating instructions
2.2. Installation
The food slicer model VA 4000 has to be installed on a plain, horizontal, non-slip and stable
surface. If necessary the machine has to be screwed tight in addition.
Recommended height of the working surface about 800 mm. Pay attention to the required counter
space.
Place the chain frame upon the 3 locating bolts.
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Place the receiving plate upon the machine.
2.3. Electrical installation
Before you plug in the machine, you have to check if the
current supply is the same as indicated on the rating plate. In
case there are discrepancies you have to inform the supplier or technical service.
Under no circumstances plug in the machine!
The socket-outlet has to be equipped with earthing contact. It has to be connected according to customary
regulations.
A defective socket-outlet may damage the machine or endanger the operator.
In case it is necessary to exchange the plug, this has to be done by an electrician or the after sales service.
2.4. Checking the direction of blade rotation
Switch on the machine.
Push the green push button Display is illuminated.
For machines with 3-phase motor:
Close the thickness plate completely. Push the key
"cleaning". On the display there is indicated
CLEANING and the blade is rotating now.
The blade has to rotate in direction of arrow (counter clockwise).
The blade is stopped by pushing again the key "cleaning".
In case the blade rotates in wrong direction, the positions of
the poles in the plug have to be changed by an electrician or
service technician.
3. Operation
3.1. Important notes before switching on the machine
Because of security reasons pay attention to the following notes:
- first read this operating instructions carefully
- take care that the machine is placed on a stable and secure surface
- work with concentration
- never touch the blade
3.2. Switch functions (push button)
green push button = main switch on
red push button = main switch off

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3.3. Thickness of slices
The thickness of slices is infinitely variable from 0 to 10 mm. In
order to adjust the thickness of the slices you have to turn the
thickness knob. Turning to the right: thickness plate opens. Turning
to the left: thickness plate closes. The scale on the thickness knob
serves as adjusting aid.
In case the machine does not start after
having pushed the key "Start/Stop" and
there is flashing on the display the value for the
thickness of slices, you have to adjust with the
thickness knob a value >0,4. Then start again.
3.4. Operation of the end piece holder
Pull the lever of the end piece holder drive in direction of the
carriage in order to disengage the lever. Keep the lever pulling
while you are moving the end piece holder. In order to engage the
lever release the lever and move the end piece holder slightly
backwards and forwards.
3.5. Automatic or manual movement of the carriage
The machine is equipped with an automatic carriage movement which can
be disengaged. The carriage can then be moved by hand.
automatic movement = lever in upright position
movement by hand = lever in horizontal position
Adjusting automatic movement
Switch off the machine.
Turn lever counter clockwise in upright position.
Move the carriage forward and backward by hand until it is engaged.
Carriage can no longer be moved by hand now.
Adjusting movement by hand
Switch off the machine.
Turn lever in horizontal position.
Carriage can be moved by hand now.
Always switch off the machine for adjusting the carriage movement!
3.6. Automatic operation
3.6.1. Engaging carriage
Turn lever at the bottom right side of the machine counter clockwise in upright position.
Move the carriage forward and backward by hand until it is engaged.
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3.6.2. Loading the carriage and adjusting the thickness of slices
It is possible to slice 2 sausages with smaller calibre at the same
time. The slices are placed on the receiving plate side by side.
Lift up end piece holder.
Lay the food product against the back of the carriage.
Adjust the adjusting bar according to the size of the food product.
Disengage the end piece holder and adjust according to the size of the product.
Place the end piece holder upon the food product.
Push the comb of the end piece holder into the food product.
Adjust the thickness of slices with the thickness knob (max. 8 mm).
By pushing the key "end piece holder backward"
the end piece holder is moved automatically.
3.6.3. Adjusting the speed of the carriage
Switch on the machine by pushing the green main switch.
By pushing the keys "carriage faster" or "carriage slower" you can change the speed of the carriage. The actual
speed is shown on the display. You can change from MIN, 26, 27, ...., 48, 49 to MAX. If there is shown for
example 35, the machine cuts about 35 slices per minute.
Pay attention to the fact that sensitive food products have to be sliced with slower speed. If the speed is too high
you cannot expect exact slicing results.
3.6.4. Notes regarding the slicing programme
You can choose the following functions per slicing procedure which will be explained in detail in chapter 4:
Stacking of slices, choice of 1 to 4 stacks.
Shingling of slices lengthwise, choice of 1 to 2 lines, per line several shingled portions on top of the other,
adjusting the shingling distance of slices lengthwise.
Shingling of slices crosswise, choice of 1 to 9 lines, per line several shingled portions on top of the other,
adjusting the shingling distance of the slices lengthwise and crosswise.
Circle shingling of four different diameters and several portions on top of the other.
3.7. Manual operation
3.7.1. Disengaging carriage
Turn lever at the bottom right side of the machine clockwise in horizontal position.
Carriage can be moved by hand now.
3.7.2. Loading the carriage and adjusting the thickness of slices
Lift up end piece holder.
Lay the food product against the back of the carriage.
Adjust the adjusting bar according to the size of the food product.
Disengage the end piece holder and adjust according to the size of the product.
Place the end piece holder upon the food product.
Push the comb of the end piece holder into the food product.
Adjust the thickness of slices with the thickness knob (max. 10 mm).
3.7.3. Notes regarding the slicing programme
You can choose the following functions per slicing procedure which will be explained in detail in chapter 4:

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Stacking of slices, choice of 1 to 4 stacks.
Shingling of slices lengthwise, choice of 1 to 2 lines, per line several shingled portions on top of the other,
adjusting the shingling distance of slices lengthwise.
Shingling of slices crosswise, choice of 1 to 9 lines, per line several shingled portions on top of the other,
adjusting the shingling distance of the slices lengthwise and crosswise.
Circle shingling of four different diameters and several portions on top of the other.
Move the carriage forward and backward by using the handle in front of the carriage. It is
very important to push the carriage to the utmost back position in order to trigger off the
depositing procedure.
Always use the handle in order to move the carriage. The drive of the end piece
holder is also running during the manual operation, so that the product will be
moved towards the blade automatically.
4. Slicing functions
4.1. Description of the keyboard
4.2. Starting the slicing programme
You have already put the food product into the carriage and you have adjusted the thickness of slices and the
speed.
In order to achieve a good depositing result the diameter of the sausage or product to be cut
should be at least 60 mm.
When the machine is installed the technician adjusts the slicing programmes corresponding
to your special requirements. These programmes are saved for the functions stacking,
shingling lengthwise and shingling crosswise. The main application for the keys stacking,
shingling lengthwise and shingling crosswise remains unchanged and is loaded after every
restart of the machine.
This way you can operate the machine easily. You can start the machine as follows:
- push the green main switch
- then push the key "start-stop"
main switch
circle shingling
endpieceholder
backward
sharpening
cleaning
carriage faster
carriage slower
stacking shingling lengthwise shingling crosswise
keyboard
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Now the blade is turning and also the carriage is moving automatically if it is engaged. In case the carriage is
disengaged and you want to operate the machine manually you have to move the carriage forward and
backward by using the handle in front of the carriage. It is very important to push the carriage to the utmost back
position in order to trigger off the depositing procedure.
In case you want to adjust another slicing programme, proceed as described in point 4.3.
4.3. Changing the slicing programme
By pushing the key CODE you can always quit the chosen programme without saving the modifications you
made.
You can move from line to line by pushing the keys .
The modifications are saved for the actual operation by pushing the key "start-stop" and the machine starts
slicing automatically.
4.3.1. Stacking
Push the key "stacking". There is now shown on the display the preset stacking programme. It is shown
graphically and in words. For example as follows:
STACKING :SET VALUE ACTUAL VALUE
QUANTITY STACKS : 2 Pce
CROSSWISE=1,LENGTHWISE=2 : 1 (this line is only shown with 1 or 2 stacks)
QUANTITY SLICES : MAX
The cursor is flashing in the line QUANTITY STACKS. You can now change the value.
The QUANTITY of STACKS can be chosen by pushing the required number of stacks on the key board. The
maximum quantity is 4 stacks (two stacks each side by side and behind each other). Enter the value by pushing
the key ↓ and the cursor moves to the next line.
In case you have entered 2 stacks you can choose the position of the stacks, either side by side (CROSSWISE) or
one behind the other (LENGTHWISE). This has the following sense: In case the food product is not very high but
long (for example bacon) it makes no sense to choose two stacks side by side (crosswise) as they would overlap
each other. However, the receiving plate is large enough to position the stacks behind each other.
When there are sliced round food products with a calibre of maximum 90 mm there can be positioned two stacks
side by side. As the stacks in the front of the receiving plate are higher than in the back there can be sliced more
slices per stack.
The inquiry for positioning crosswise or lengthwise is only available when you are choosing a quantity of two
stacks.
Enter your input by pushing the key ↓ and you will now be asked for the QUANTITY of SLICES which should be
sliced per stack. If you want to make use of the maximum possible height of the stack, you should enter a
quantity > 99 (for example 111) and there will be shown on the display MAX after having pushed the key ↓.
During the slicing procedure the machine is examining continuously the adjusted thickness of
slices and hereby calculates the maximum height of the stack. When the maximum height of
the stack is reached the machine stops, even if the entered quantity of slices is not reached.
When the input is terminated you can start the machine by pushing the key "start - stop". In order to avoid
wrong operation during the sharpening procedure the blade will not turn when the thickness plate is
opened completely and you try to start the machine by pushing the key "start – stop". In case there is
flashing the value for the thickness of slices in the last line of the display and the machine does not
start, you did not adjust the thickness of slices. Adjust the thickness of slices with the thickness knob and
start the machine again. After having started the machine, the number of slices already cut is shown on the
display in the column ACTUAL VALUE. The speed of the carriage indicated on the display can be changed at any
time, also during the slicing procedure by pushing the keys "carriage faster" or "carriage slower".
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4.3.2. Shingling lengthwise
Push the key "shingling lengthwise". There is now shown on the display the preset shingling programme. It is
shown graphically and in words. For example as follows:
SHINGLING LENGTHWISE :SET VALUE ACTUAL VALUE
QUANTITY SHINGLED PORTIONS: 4 Pce
QUANTITY SLICES : 10 Pce
DISTANCE LENGTHWISE : 15 mm
QUANTITY LINES : 2 Pce
The cursor is flashing in the line QUANTITY SHINGLED PORTIONS. You can now change the value.
The QUANTITY of SHINGLED PORTIONS per line can be chosen by pushing the required number of shingled
portions on the key board. The maximum quantity is 9 shingled portions (one upon the other). Enter the value by
pushing the key ↓ and the cursor moves to the next line.
You will now be asked for the QUANTITY of SLICES which should be sliced per shingled portion per line. If
you enter a quantity > 99 there will be shown on the display MAX after having pushed the key ↓. The cursor
moves to the next line.
Now you will be asked for the DISTANCE LENGTHWISE. This is the distance between the slices, i.e. if you enter
for example 15, the machine cuts one slice, then the receiving plate moves 15 mm backwards and the next slice
will be laid on the slice already cut with a distance of 15 mm from one edge to the other. The maximum distance
is 30 mm. If you enter a value > 30 the display automatically indicates 30 mm.
The quantity of slices is connected closely with the distance lengthwise. The larger the distance the
less slices per line can be positioned on the receiving plate. Therefore, the machine examines if the
required quantity of slices can really be positioned after you have entered the value for the distance by
pushing the key ↓. In case it is not possible, the distance is automatically reduced to the maximum
possible distance.
Enter the value by pushing the key ↓ and the cursor moves to the next line. You are now asked for the
QUANTITY of LINES. You have the choice of 1 or 2 lines, which can be positioned side by side on the
receiving plate. If the diameter of the food product is maximum 90 mm the lines are positioned separately from
each other.
When the input is terminated you can start the machine by pushing the key "start - stop". In order to avoid
wrong operation during the sharpening procedure the blade will not turn when the thickness plate is
opened completely and you try to start the machine by pushing the key "start – stop". In case there is
flashing the value for the thickness of slices in the last line of the display and the machine does not
start, you did not adjust the thickness of slices. Adjust the thickness of slices with the thickness knob and
start the machine again. After having started the machine, the number of slices already cut is shown on the
display in the column ACTUAL VALUE. The speed of the carriage indicated on the display can be changed at any
time, also during the slicing procedure by pushing the keys "carriage faster" or "carriage slower".
The slicing procedure can be interrupted at any time by pushing the key "start - stop".
4.3.3. Shingling crosswise
Push the key "shingling crosswise". There is now shown on the display the preset shingling
programme. It is shown graphically and in words. For example as follows:
SHINGLING CROSSWISE :SET VALUE ACTUAL VALUE
QUANTITY SHINGLED PORTIONS: 4 Pce
QUANTITY SLICES : 10 Pce
DISTANCE LENGTHWISE : 15 mm
QUANTITY LINES : 4 Pce
DISTANCE CROSSWISE : 15 mm
The cursor is flashing in the line QUANTITY SHINGLED PORTIONS. You can now change the value.
The QUANTITY of SHINGLED PORTIONS per line can be chosen by pushing the required number of shingled
portions on the key board. The maximum quantity is 9 shingled portions (one upon the other). Enter the value by
pushing the key ↓ and the cursor moves to the next line.

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You will now be asked for the QUANTITY of SLICES which should be sliced per shingled portion per line. If
you enter a quantity > 99 there will be shown on the display MAX after having pushed the key ↓. The cursor
moves to the next line.
Now you will be asked for the DISTANCE LENGTHWISE. This is the distance between the slices, i.e. if you enter
for example 15, the machine cuts one slice, then the receiving plate moves 15 mm backwards and the next slice
will be laid on the slice already cut with a distance of 15 mm from one edge to the other.
The quantity of slices is connected closely with the distance lengthwise. The larger the distance the
less slices per line can be positioned on the receiving plate. Therefore, the machine examines if the
required quantity of slices can really be positioned after you have entered the value for the distance by
pushing the key ↓. In case it is not possible, the distance is automatically reduced to the maximum
possible distance.
Enter the value by pushing the key ↓ and the cursor moves to the next line. You are now asked for the
QUANTITY of LINES. You have the choice of 1 up to 9 lines, which can be positioned side by side on the
receiving plate (in lengthwise direction). These lines are shingled lengthwise as well as in crosswise direction.
The distance for crosswise shingling will be adjusted in the next line. Enter the value by pushing the key ↓ and
the cursor moves to it.
You will now be asked for the DISTANCE CROSSWISE. This is the distance (max. 50 mm) between the slices
positioned side by side. If you enter for example 15, the machine positions the second slice with a distance of 15
mm next to the first one. In case the last line gets beyond the receiving plate you either have to reduce the
distance crosswise or the quantity of lines.
The quantity of slices is connected closely with the distance crosswise. The larger the distance the less
slices per line can be positioned on the receiving plate. Therefore, the machine examines if the
required quantity of slices can really be positioned after you have entered the value for the distance by
pushing the key ↓. In case it is not possible, the distance is automatically reduced to the maximum
possible distance.
When the input is terminated you can start the machine by pushing the key "start - stop". In order to avoid
wrong operation during the sharpening procedure the blade will not turn when the thickness plate is
opened completely and you try to start the machine by pushing the key "start – stop". In case there is
flashing the value for the thickness of slices in the last line of the display and the machine does not
start, you did not adjust the thickness of slices. Adjust the thickness of slices with the thickness knob and
start the machine again. After having started the machine, the number of slices already cut is shown on the
display in the column ACTUAL VALUE. The speed of the carriage indicated on the display can be changed at any
time, also during the slicing procedure by pushing the keys "carriage faster" or "carriage slower".
The slicing procedure can be interrupted at any time by pushing the key "start - stop".
4.3.4. Circle shingling
Push the key "circle shingling". There is now shown on the display the preset circle shingling
programme. It is shown graphically and in words. For example as follows:
CIRCLE SHINGLING :
QUANTITY SHINGLED PORTIONS: 4 Pce.
QUANTITY SLICES : 10 Pce.
DIAMETER SAUSAGE : 80 mm
DIAMETER CIRCLE : 220 mm
The cursor is flashing in the line QUANTITY SHINGLED PORTIONS. You can now change the value.
The QUANTITY of SHINGLED PORTIONS can be chosen by pushing the required number of shingled portions
on the key board. The maximum quantity is 9 shingled portions (one upon the other). Enter the value by pushing
the key ↓ and the cursor moves to the next line.
You will now be asked for the QUANTITY of SLICES which should be sliced per circle. The maximum quantity
of slices is 40. Confirm the entered value by pushing the key ↓. The cursor moves to the next line.
Now you will be asked for the DIAMETER of the SAUSAGE. You have to indicate the diameter as exact as
possible as this value takes influence on the shape of the circle. Confirm the entered value by pushing the key ↓.
The cursor moves to the next line.
Now you will be asked for the DIAMETER of the CIRCLE. There is meant the outside diameter of the circle.
Generally there can be entered a maximum diameter of 230 mm. The machine examines if the required
diameter can really be positioned after you have entered the value. In case it is not possible, the value is
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The larger the diameter of the food product is the less numbers of slices should be deposited in one circle. It
also makes no sense to choose the smallest diameter and 20 slices per circle as then the result would rather be
a "tower" and not a circle. For testing you should take a food product with a diameter of about 80 to 90 mm.
Then you should cut a circle with a diameter of 230 mm with 20 slices, then cut a circle with a diameter of 190
mm with 10 slices, afterwards a circle with a diameter of 140 mm with 8 slices and finally a circle with a diameter
of 100 mm with 6 slices. All circles are positioned accurately on top of each other as the centre of each circle is
always the centre of the receiving plate.
When the input is terminated you can start the machine by pushing the key "start - stop". In order to avoid
wrong operation during the sharpening procedure the blade will not turn when the thickness plate is
opened completely and you try to start the machine by pushing the key "start – stop". In case there is
flashing the value for the thickness of slices in the last line of the display and the machine does not
start, you did not adjust the thickness of slices. Adjust the thickness of slices with the thickness knob and
start the machine again. After having started the machine, the number of slices already cut is shown on the
display in the column ACTUAL VALUE. The speed of the carriage indicated on the display can be changed at any
time, also during the slicing procedure by pushing the keys "carriage faster" or "carriage slower".
The slicing procedure can be interrupted at any time by pushing the key "start - stop".
5. Programmed Operation (PLU)
Within the so called PLU-Mode you can programme for certain articles all necessary slicing data and call them
up at any time. There can be programmed 99 different PLU-Numbers with maximum 3 digits each.
With every PLU-Number there are programmed all necessary slicing data, such as: name of the article, diameter
of the food product, speed of the carriage, thickness of slices and all parameter for stacking, shingling
lengthwise, shingling crosswise or circle shingling.
5.1. Choosing PLU-Number
After having started the machine by pushing the green main switch the machine is within the manual mode and
can be operated as described before. To change to the PLU-Mode there has to be pushed the key PLU one time.
Then there will be shown on the display `PLU - MODE´. By pushing the key PLU again the machine returns to
the manual mode. Within the PLU-Mode the display looks like follows:
PLU - MODE
Choose article : 001 Cursor is flashing
SET VALUE ACUTAL VALUE
Thickness of slices : -1,0 mm
Now you can enter the PLU-Number. In case you have saved a PLU-Number with 1 digit, there will be shown an
article programmed under this number after having entered the first digit. If you continue entering a second or
third digit, the programmed article with PLU-Number consisting of 2 or 3 digits will be shown on the display
accordingly. When entering a fourth digit the complete number will be moved to the left with the result that the
first digit will be lost and the fourth digit will be on the third position now.
Example:
On the display there is indicated PLU-Number ‘602’. If now a further digit is entered, for example ‘4’, there will be
shown on the display the PLU-Number ‘024’.
In case you are entering a PLU-Number without programmed slicing data, there will be shown on the display
`PLU NOT PROGRAMMED´. As soon as there is entered a programmed PLU-Number there will be shown on the
display the name of the article, for example "cooked ham".
In case there is already shown an article on the display, you can scroll up and down with the keys <>and <>.
The PLU-Numbers are indicated in chronological order.
When you have found the correct PLU-Number you have to confirm by pushing the key "start-stop".
Now you will be asked for the number of portions to be sliced. There is meant the total number of needed
portions of one PLU-Number. If you have to cut for example 20 portions you have to enter 20. After these 20
portions have been cut the machine stops automatically. On the display there is shown the countdown of the
portions which have still to be cut. Even if the slicing procedure is interrupted the machine keeps in its memory
the portions which still have to be cut. The countdown will be continued after the restart of the machine. In case
you do not want to continue the portions of the chosen PLU-Number you can just enter a new PLU-Number and
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After having entered the number of portions the machine can be started by pushing the key "start-stop" without
effecting further adjustments. However, you have to see to it that the programmed thickness of slices is adjusted
with the thickness knob before. In case it has not been done, the actual value in the line THICKNESS OF
SLICES is flashing. It stops flashing when the correct thickness of slices has been adjusted. Now you can start
the machine by pushing the key "start-stop" again.
In case the food product is sliced up during the production of one portion the machine stops and the end piece
holder moves backwards automatically. After having reloaded the carriage with a new food product the
incomplete portion will be terminated when pushing the key "start-stop". If you do not want the machine to
continue where it stopped before you can cancel this function by pushing the key "C".
In case you want to modify the programmed parameters of a certain article for a short time and you do not want
to save these modifications, you can modify the values by pushing the key <#>. You can then select all
parameters of this certain article for modification by pushing the keys ↓ and ↑. Regarding meaning and data
input of the parameters see chapter "Data conditioning". When the input is terminated you can start the machine
by pushing the key "start - stop". The modifications can be undone at any time by pushing the key .
The above described modification of parameters of a certain article is only temporary and is not permanently
saved within the programmed PLU-Number. When choosing this certain article again the originally programmed
data are indicated. Concerning permanent modification see chapter "Data conditioning".
In case you are pushing the key "start-stop" without having chosen a valid PLU-Number there is again shown on
the display `PLU NOT PROGRAMMED´
5.2. Data conditioning
In order to call the function DATA CONDITIONING you have to push within the PLU-Mode the following key
combination <CODE> <1> <*>
On the display there will be shown the main menu for choosing several functions
PLU - DATA CONDITIONING
CREATE ARTICLE YES=1*
COPY ARTICLE YES=2*
DELETE ARTICLE YES=3*
MODIFY ARTICLE YES=4*
FUNCTION <CODE> Cursor is flashing here
By pushing the keys 1 (2, 3, 4) and * you can choose the required function. You can leave the menu by pushing
the key CODE.
5.2.1. Create article and modify data
After having pushed 1* within the menu data conditioning there will be shown on the display:
**** CREATE ARTICLE ****
PLU-NUMBER : 001 Cursor is flashing
Exit menu by pushing the key CODE.
Now you have to enter the new PLU-Number. In case the PLU-Number already exists there will be shown on the
display the name of an article already programmed. If not, there will be shown `PLU NOT PROGRAMMED´. A
PLU-Number already programmed cannot be created again. In case an existing number should be used for
another article, this number has to be deleted first DELETE ARTICLE. After having done so you can create a
new article within this menu. After having entered the new PLU-Number confirm by pushing the key ↓ and the
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Now you will be asked for the diameter of the food product. Enter the value in millimetres. For rectangular food
products you have to enter the cutting length in millimetres. Enter your input by pushing the key ↓ and you will
get to the next page.
In this line you have to enter the name of the
article. You have to enter the single letters by using
the supplied film (see illustration on the right) which
has to be laid upon the keyboard. Now push the
corresponding keys for entering the name of the
new article.
Entering special letters:
The letters A, O, U and E are configured that way
that special letters can be entered, too. The special
letters can be called up by pushing the key for the
required letter a longer time. The letters are
displayed in the following order:
AÄ, OÖ, UÜ, EÉ
After having entered all letters confirm your input
by pushing the key ↓ and the cursor is moved to
the next line. The film can be taken away now and the keys have their original function again.
The display now shows texts you are already familiar with (stacking, shingling lengthwise, shingling crosswise).
By pushing the keys "stacking", "shingling lengthwise" or "shingling crosswise" you can enter the required slicing
data. Proceed in the same way as described in chapter 4. In addition you have to enter the SET VALUE for the
thickness of slices as well as the required speed by pushing the keys "carriage faster" or carriage slower".
You can leave the menu at any time by pushing the key CODE. When the complete input for the new article has
been terminated, all data are saved by pushing the key "start-stop".
5.2.2. Copy article
In order to create quickly a new PLU-Number for a similar article, you can use the copy function. With this
function you can copy all slicing data of an existing article for another article. In case this other article does not
yet exist it will be created by copying.
After having pushed 2* within the menu data conditioning there will be shown on the display:
**** COPY ARTICLE ****
PLU old : Cursor is flashing
PLU new :
Enter the old PLU-Number. In case this PLU-Number does not exist, there will be shown on the display PLU not
programmed. If it is available there will be shown the name of the article programmed with this PLU-Number.
When the correct article has been chosen confirm by pushing the key ↓.
Now enter the new PLU-Number to which the slicing data of the old PLU-Number shall be copied. The new
number must be free. It is not possible to copy the slicing data to a PLU-Number which is existing already. The
new number is confirmed by pushing the key ↓ and will then be copied. You can interrupt this procedure by
pushing the key CODE at any time.
5.2.3. Delete article
With the function delete article you can delete an existing PLU-Number including all slicing data for a certain
article. After having pushed 3* within the menu data conditioning there will be shown on the display:
**** DELETE ARTICLE ****
PLU-NUMBER : Cursor is flashing
Enter the PLU-Number you want to delete. In case this PLU-Number does not exist, there will be shown on the
display PLU not programmed. If it is available there will be shown the name of the article programmed with
this PLU-Number. When the correct article has been chosen confirm by pushing the key ↓ and the cursor moves
to the next line. In this line there is indicated "DELETE 1 = yes 0 = no :". The cursor is flashing behind the
double point. The PLU-Number is only deleted when entering "1" and confirming by pushing the key ↓. The PLU-
Number you deleted can now be used again for other articles. You can interrupt this procedure by pushing the
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5.2.4. Modify article
With this function you can modify single parameters within an existing PLU-Number. After having pushed 4*
within the menu data conditioning there will be shown on the display:
**** MODIFY ARTICLE ****
PLU NUMBER : Cursor is flashing
Enter the PLU-Number of the article where you want to modify certain parameters. In case this PLU-Number
does not exist, there will be shown on the display PLU not programmed. If it is available there will be shown
the name of the article programmed with this PLU-Number. Confirm the PLU-Number by pushing the key ↓. Now
you have to proceed in the same way as described in chapter 5.2.1 create article. All programmed values can
be modified by overwriting. The modified values are saved by pushing the key "start-stop", see chapter 5.2.1 
create article. You can interrupt this procedure by pushing the key CODE at any time.
6. Slicing of end pieces
Special notes regarding slicing of rests and end pieces of food products:
Before placing the remaining piece of the food product in the carriage you have to cut off the pointed end.
Otherwise the food product cannot be held correctly by the end piece holder. It is even better to turn the original
cutting side of the food product to the end piece holder.
Move the end piece holder backwards as far as it will go,
either by pushing the key "end piece holder backward" or by moving the end piece holder by hand.
Lay the food product against the back of the carriage.
Adjust the adjusting bar according to the size of the food product.
Disengage the end piece holder and push it by hand behind the food product,
until the food product is in close contact to the thickness plate.
Adjust the thickness of slices with the thickness knob (max. 10 mm)
Never try to hold the food product by hand, you may hurt yourself seriously!
Always use the end piece holder.
Never try to load the carriage while it is moving automatically. Always switch off the machine
first, otherwise there is a risk to get injured!
7. Cleaning
Before initial operation and after a longer period of standstill the machine has to be cleaned carefully.
With permanent use of the machine you have to clean it at least one time per day or if necessary also a few
times per day. For cleaning proceed as follows:
Risk of getting hurt!
Be careful when cleaning the machine. Especially in the area of the knife there is a risk of
injury. Always work with concentration, do not let distract yourself from your work.
7.1. How to proceed with cleaning
Switch off the machine.
Adjust manual movement of the carriage (see 3.4).
Pull off the plug.
Close the thickness plate completely by turning the thickness knob to the left.
Loosen the star knob of the carriage.
Pull the carriage to the front.
Tilt the carriage aside.
The carriage cannot be tilted aside in case
- the thickness plate is still opened
- the carriage has not been adjusted to manual movement.
Always tilt the carriage with care, do not use force!
7.2. Taking off the blade guard
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By pushing against the knurled knob the blade guard is tipped against your hand
and you can take the blade guard off.
7.3. Taking off chain frame, stacking device and receiving plate
Pull the roll of the chain frame to the left and take off the chain frame upwards.
Always lay down the chain frame on an even flat ground,
otherwise there is a risk that the needles of the chains are bent or
break.
Loosen the star knob of the stacking device and take off the stacking device
sideways.
Take off the receiving plate upwards.
7.4. Taking off parts of the carriage
Lift up the end piece holder.
Loosen the knurled knob of the comb of the end piece holder and take the comb off.
Loosen the knurled knob of the plate of the end piece holder and take the plate off.
Loosen the star knob of the adjustable bar and lift it up.
Take off the feed plate by pulling it upwards (the end piece holder has to be lifted up).
For cleaning only use usual washing-up liquids. Do not use scratching or scouring cleansing
agents or devices.
The machine is only drip-proof. Therefore do not use high pressure cleaning devices, water
hoses or similar devices. Furthermore you must not pour water over the machine. Danger of
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7.5. Cleaning the blade
Attention! Risk of getting hurt!
When the thickness plate is closed completely it is possible to let the blade rotate
for cleaning. For doing so push the key "cleaning". In case the thickness plate is not
closed there will be shown on the display a corresponding error message. When it is
closed there will be shown on the display CLEANING and the blade is rotating. The
blade can be stopped by pushing again the key "cleaning".
Clean the inside of the blade with a wet cloth. Proceed for the backside of the blade
in the same way.
Now switch off the machine at the main switch.
Dry the inside and the backside of the blade carefully.
Put a moist cloth between the blade and the fixed protecting ring. Turn the blade by
hand one complete rotation and push the moist cloth against the protecting ring while
turning.
In case the thickness plate is opened while the blade is rotating the motor of the
blade is stopped immediately.
7.6. Cleaning the single parts
cleaning detergent procedure cleaning device procedure after cleaning
machine warm water,
detergent, acid free
from chlorine
manually cleaning rag, cleaning
brush wash up with clear water, dry
machine with
tefloned parts warm water, detergent, acid free
from chlorine
manually cleaning rag, cleaning
brush wash up with clear water, dry
dry tefloned parts very
carefully
detached parts warm water,
detergent, acid free
from chlorine
manually cleaning rag, cleaning
brush wash up with clear water, dry
blade warm water,
detergent, acid free
from chlorine
manually cleaning rag or sponge wash up with clear water,
dry
sharpening stones warm water,
detergent, acid free
from chlorine
manually cleaning brush degrease with degreasing
agent (spirit or similar)
7.7. Reassembling the parts
Reassemble the parts in reverse order. (7.4. 7.1).
Attention! Risk of getting hurt!
Place the splice bar of the blade guard onto the plastic bolt. Turn the blade
guard to the blade and see to it that the flange of the blade guard is positioned
in the centre of the blade.
Tighten the blade guard by turning the knurled knob clockwise by hand.
Turn the carriage back. Tighten the star knob of the carriage.
Check again the complete machine.
Only after having checked the machine plug it in for operation.
8. Sharpening the blade
In case the cutting result should no longer be satisfactory or the food products are getting "beards", the blade
has to be sharpened.
There cannot be indicated certain intervals for sharpening as it depends on how frequently the machine is used.
Pay attention to the fact that the blade has to be exchanged if the gap between blade edge
and the fixed protecting ring is more than 5 mm.