Schmid & Wezel EFA cutter Z079 Quick guide

EFA cutters
Translation of the
original operating instructions
EN
Schmid & Wezel GmbH
www.efa-germany.com
Rev. 00 –05.2020
EFA cutters
One-hand operation
EFA cutter Z079
EFA cutter Z080
EFA cutter Z100
Two-hand operation
EFA cutter Z078
EFA cutter Z090
EFA cutter Z160

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Original operating instructions
Schmid & Wezel GmbH.All rights reserved.
Printed in Germany.
These original operating instructions must not be reproduced in whole or in part, used for
competitive purposes without our authorisation, or made available to third parties without our
consent.
Any changes or amendments to these original operating instructions are only allowed to be made
by us; otherwise any warranty claim against us will be void.
Schmid & Wezel GmbH
Maschinenfabrik
Maybachstrasse 2
75433 Maulbronn / Germany
[phone]
[phone]
＠[email protected]
Internet: http://www.efa-germany.de

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Table of contents
1. Introduction and general information______________________________________________________ 2
1.1 Information on the operating instructions ______________________________________________________ 2
1.2 User group _____________________________________________________________________________ 2
1.3 Scope of supply__________________________________________________________________________ 3
1.4 Intended use ____________________________________________________________________________ 3
1.5 Claims for defects, liability, warranty__________________________________________________________ 4
2. Safety______________________________________________________________________________ 5
2.1 Safety instructions________________________________________________________________________ 5
2.1.1 Other safety signs __________________________________________________________________ 6
2.1.2 Warning sign ______________________________________________________________________ 6
2.1.3 Mandatory instruction sign____________________________________________________________ 6
2.1.4 Prohibition sign ____________________________________________________________________ 7
2.2 Personal protective equipment in the following lifecycle phases_____________________________________ 7
2.3 Conduct at the workplace __________________________________________________________________ 7
3. Technical description__________________________________________________________________ 8
3.1 Dimensions _____________________________________________________________________________ 9
3.2 Nameplate_____________________________________________________________________________ 12
4. Transport and storage ________________________________________________________________ 13
5. Connection and start-up ______________________________________________________________ 14
5.1 Initial start-up___________________________________________________________________________ 14
5.1.1 Spring balancer___________________________________________________________________ 14
5.1.2 Hydraulic unit_____________________________________________________________________ 15
5.1.3 Coupling and uncoupling the cutter____________________________________________________ 15
6. Handling___________________________________________________________________________ 16
6.1 Switch operation ________________________________________________________________________ 16
6.2 Working with the cutter ___________________________________________________________________ 17
6.2.1 Operational safety_________________________________________________________________ 17
7. Assembly__________________________________________________________________________ 18
7.1 Knife change___________________________________________________________________________ 18
7.1.1 Replacing the knives _______________________________________________________________ 18
7.1.2 Checking the knife play _____________________________________________________________ 19
7.1.3 Knife installation __________________________________________________________________ 19
7.1.4 Hydraulic unit_____________________________________________________________________ 19
8. Service and maintenance _____________________________________________________________ 20
8.1 Daily cleaning after completion of the slaughtering______________________________________________ 20
8.1.1 Cleaning the cutter ________________________________________________________________ 20
8.2 Daily maintenance of the cutter_____________________________________________________________ 21
8.2.1 Lubrication_______________________________________________________________________ 21
8.2.2 Knife play________________________________________________________________________ 21
8.3 Extended maintenance (after about 100 operating hours) ________________________________________ 21
8.3.1 Hydraulic unit_____________________________________________________________________ 21
8.3.2 Sharpening the knives______________________________________________________________ 22
8.3.3 Repair by customer service__________________________________________________________ 22
8.3.4 Return __________________________________________________________________________ 22
9. Waste disposal –recycling ____________________________________________________________ 23
9.1 Disassembly and disposal_________________________________________________________________ 23

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1. Introduction and general information
Important! Operating instructions
cannot prevent misuse in
every case!
1.1 Information on the operating instructions
These operating instructions are part of the technical documentation of the machine and comply with the
Machinery Directive.
The machine has been designed and built according to the careful selection of the harmonising standards to
be observed as well as other technical specifications.
The operating instructions are intended to describe the operation and handling of the EFA cutters and provide
the necessary safety instructions.
These operating instructions are intended for the machine operator and contain the details of the intended use
and important information:
for safe handling of the machine,
for maintenance,
for cleaning.
If the instructions are followed, the EFA cutter will be operated safely, properly and economically and its
operational capability will be maintained.
Observance of these instructions helps to avoid dangers, minimise repair costs and downtimes, and increase
the reliability and service life of the machine.
A prerequisite for safe handling and trouble-free operation of the machine is observance of the following . . .
the operating instructions,
the company directives (safety signs and danger warnings),
the legal provisions on occupational safety,
the applicable laws and regulations.
These operating instructions must always be kept accessible at the machine for all work to be carried out.
Note! If your operating instructions are damaged or lost, you can request a new copy by stating
the machine designation, part number, serial number and year of production, see section 3.2
Nameplate.
If you have any questions, or if you cannot solve a problem with the help of these operating instructions,
please contact our Service department.
1.2 User group
Only instructed and/or trained personnel over 16 years of age are allowed to set up or operate the EFA cutter.
Furthermore, it is imperative that everyone working with and on the machine has read and understood the
operating instructions, and observes them.
Instructed person
Persons over 16 years of age who have been instructed and trained by a qualified person (specialist) in the
tasks assigned to them and about possible dangers in the event of improper behaviour, as well as in the
handling of the necessary protective devices and protective measures, are considered to be instructed
persons.

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Trained person (specialist personnel)
Persons who have obtained a professional qualification and have demonstrated this by checking the results or
passing an examination are considered to be trained persons.
1.3 Scope of supply
Upon receipt of the delivery, check immediately whether the scope of supply corresponds to the
accompanying documents.
Submit a complaint in the event of:
apparent transport damage immediately to the supplier,
apparent defects/missing items, to Schmid & Wezel GmbH.
These operating instructions describe the EFA cutters with all possible options.
Options are not necessarily included in the scope of supply and can only be retrofitted to a limited extent.
1.4 Intended use
Danger! Never reach into the cutting edge area of the cutter.
You could cut off limbs!
The cutter is suitable for use in medium sized and large plants and is used for cutting/breaking operations
(meat in non-frozen condition) on carcasses.
The machine is not equipped for a different type of use. Should the user desire to use the equipment for a
different purpose than intended, please contact Schmid & Wezel GmbH & Co. (S&W) beforehand.
For all other types of use, the user must be advised of the inherent accident hazard and increased wear.
In the event of non-compliance, the liability shall be borne by the user alone.
The cutter is only allowed to be used:
in fully functional condition,
with properly functioning safety devices,
with the equipment approved by the manufacturer.
Do not use materials harmful to health.
If, contrary to the intended use, materials harmful to health are to be processed then Schmid & Wezel GmbH
must be informed in writing about the planned use and the protective measures taken by the customer/
operating company.
The customer/operating company is solely responsible for suitable protective measures (e.g. extraction
devices, respiratory protection, protective suits, etc.) and company directives.
If the EFA cutter is not used as intended or is modified without the approval of Schmid & Wezel GmbH,
persons could be injured and the machine damaged.
The operating permit is invalidated.
The intended use includes in particular that you:
observe the operating instructions and company directives,
observe maintenance instructions and intervals,
immediately rectify any faults that impair safety,
do not operate the cutter if safe working with it is not possible,
do not make any structural changes to the cutter without authorisation.
Residual hazards
As the cutter is intended for industrial use on carcasses, there is a possibility of injury or, in case of gross
misuse, of fatal injury. Therefore, in case of misuse, the possibility of immediate death or death by blood loss
must be expected.
Consequently, always pay attention to the correct handling of the machine.
The machine itself cannot build up pressure.

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The force is only generated in conjunction with the upstream pressure generating unit and the associated
hoses.
1.5 Claims for defects, liability, warranty
Warranty and liability claims for personal injury and damage to property are excluded in particular in the
following cases:
improper use or unsuitable use,
improper transport or storage,
improper assembly and/or initial start-up,
improper operation (operating errors),
disregarding of operating instructions/company directives,
faulty or negligent handling,
improper maintenance/repair,
unsuitable equipment or spare parts that are not approved by Schmid & Wezel GmbH Maschinenfabrik,
natural wear and tear,
improper or unprofessional rectification of defects by the customer/operating company or third parties,
unauthorised structural changes to the machine without written permission from Schmid & Wezel GmbH,
chemical, electrochemical or electrical influences –unless they are the responsibility of Schmid & Wezel
GmbH.
Liability
The manufacturer accepts no liability for accidents, machine damage and consequences of machine failure
resulting from failure to observe the operating instructions. In addition, the local accident prevention
regulations and general safety regulations for the area of application of the machine apply.
Limitation of liability
All technical information, data and instructions for the operation of the machine contained in the operating
instructions are up to date at the time of delivery. They are provided to the best of the manufacturer's
knowledge, taking into account previous experience and knowledge. The manufacturer reserves the right to
make technical modifications in the course of further development of the machine described in these operating
instructions. No claims can therefore be derived from the information, figures and descriptions in these
operating instructions. The manufacturer shall be liable for any errors or omissions within the scope of the
warranty obligations entered into in the contract, to the exclusion of further claims.
Claims for damages are excluded, irrespective of the legal basis on which such claims are derived. Only the
text of the original operating instructions is authoritative.
The textual and graphical representation in the operating instructions does not necessarily correspond to the
scope of supply or a spare parts order. Illustrations in these instructions are not to scale.
Technical changes
The manufacturer Schmid & Wezel GmbH reserves the right to make technical changes within the scope of
improving the usage properties and further development without prior notice. Figures are for basic
understanding and could differ from the actual design of the system.
Copyright
The manufacturer reserves the copyright to these operating instructions. These operating instructions are
intended for assembly, operating, maintenance and monitoring personnel.
Transferring the operating instructions to third parties without the written consent of the manufacturer Schmid
& Wezel GmbH is not permitted. Duplication in any kind and form –in whole or in part –as well as the use
and/or communication of the contents are not permitted without written declaration of the manufacturer.
Note!All content, texts, drawings, pictures and other representations are protected by copyright
and are subject to industrial property rights.
Any improper use may be punishable!

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2. Safety
Everyone who is involved in the installation, start-up, operation, set-up, equipping and maintenance of the
machine in the operating company must have read and understood the operating instructions, in particular the
"Safety" chapter.
Safe operation of the machine is only guaranteed if:
unauthorised persons are kept away from the working area of the machine,
safe working with awareness of the dangers involved is regularly checked in accordance with the operating
instructions,
no working methods are employed that could compromise safety,
malfunctions in the machine are eliminated immediately,
maintenance work is carried out regularly.
Important!The operating instructions must be accessible at all times during the entire period of use of
the machine for the operating, maintenance and cleaning personnel.
Therefore, always keep these operating instructions close to the machine.
First aid!
Important!In the event of an accident, provide FIRST AID!
2.1 Safety instructions
During the use of the machine, dangers could arise in certain situations or through certain behaviour.
The measures described to protect against dangers must be observed.
The safety instructions are identified as shown in the following tables (pictograms).
Symbol/
pictogram
Signal word
Damage/
injury to . . .
Definition
Possible consequences of
disregarding the safety
instructions
Danger
Persons
Imminent danger
Death, serious bodily injury or
substantial damage to property
Warning
Persons
Potentially dangerous
situation
Death or serious bodily injury could
occur
Caution
Persons
Less dangerous situation
Slight or minor injuries
Attention
Property
Potentially harmful
situation
Damage to the product or its
environment
Information
-
Application tips and other
important/useful
information and notes
No dangerous/harmful situation
•Keep calm!
•Remove injured persons from the danger area without endangering yourself!
•Inform other employees (first-aiders, paramedics) or request help!

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2.1.1 Other safety signs
Symbol
Meaning
Mark of conformity!
The machine complies with the applicable regulations of the EC Machinery Directive.
Recyclable materials!
Ensure that the materials are recycled properly!
2.1.2 Warning signs
Warnings and symbols used in the operating instructions and documentation are intended to help you to
recognise and assess the dangers more easily.
Symbol
Meaning
Warning: Dangerous electrical voltage!
Touching live parts can result in immediate death. Covers or cabinets marked with this sign are only
allowed to be opened by qualified electricians after the machine has been switched off.
Warning: Sharp cutting tool!
Contact with the running cutting tool will lead to extremely severe cutting injuries involving permanent or
even fatal injury. Ensure that a sufficient safety distance is maintained. Contact with the stationary cutting
tool could lead to severe cutting injuries involving permanent injury. Wear safety gloves. Ensure that a
safety distance is maintained.
Warning: Hand injuries!
There is a danger of hands being pinched, pulled in or otherwise injured. Keep your hands away from
places that bear this warning sign!
Warning: Noise with high sound pressure level!
If the sound pressure level at the workplace is above 85 dB(A). Remaining for a relatively long period can
cause permanent hearing damage. Only enter the area if wearing the correct hearing protection.
Warning of hot surface!
It is not always possible to notice the presence of hot machine parts, containers or materials, as well as
hot liquids. If such a safety sign is affixed to a component, care must be taken. Do not touch hot surfaces
without protective gloves.
2.1.3 Mandatory instruction signs
Symbol
Meaning
General mandatory instruction sign!
Observe company directives, notes in operating instructions and generally applicable safety regulations.
Wear cut-resistant gloves!
Cutting injuries possible. Provide information about suitable cut-resistant gloves.
Use safety shoes!
Safety shoes form part of the personal protective equipment and provide protection for the health of the
worker. They prevent accidents and injuries such as crushing by heavy objects.
Wear a protective helmet!
Head injuries are possible due to objects falling, tipping over or being thrown out, or due to swinging
loads; bumping into obstacles also represents a danger. A suitable protective helmet must always be
worn on the head when in the indicated area.
Wear protective goggles!
Eye injuries (loss of vision) possible when working due to flying solid objects.
Wear hearing protection!
If the continuous sound pressure level of the machine/system is above 85 dB(A), hearing protection must
be worn to prevent permanent hearing damage.
Wear protective clothing!
Protection against contact with auxiliary or working equipment. Find out about suitable protective clothing.

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2.1.4 Prohibition sign
Symbol
Meaning
General prohibition sign!
The red signal border/prohibition stripe indicates an immediate danger and is overlaid diagonally over the
self-explanatory symbol. The general prohibition sign must always be used in conjunction with another
sign.
2.2 Personal protective equipment in the following lifecycle phases
Some work requires protective equipment.
This protective equipment must be made available to the operator.
Lifecycle phase
Protective equipment
Transport
Protective gloves
Safety shoes
Assembly, start-up &
maintenance
Protective gloves
Safety shoes
Protective goggles
Hairnet for long hair
Operation
Hairnet for long hair
Cut-resistant gloves
Protective goggles
Hearing protection
Safety shoes
Protective clothing
Storage
Protective gloves
Safety shoes
Disposal
Protective gloves
Safety shoes
2.3 Conduct at the workplace
The workplaces must be designed in such a way that each employee has at least 1.5 m² of freedom of
movement. No other workplace should protrude into this area, otherwise there is an injury hazard due to the
actions carried out with the EFA cutter.
The floor must minimise the danger of slipping on wet, greasy or dirty surfaces.
The workplace must comply with local hygiene and workplace regulations.
Keep your workplace tidy and in good working condition. A cluttered or messy workplace can lead to
accidents.
Take environmental influences into account. Ensure proper lighting (at least 500 lux).
Keep other persons away from your workplace. Focus on the job in hand when working.
Do not use the EFA cutter when you are tired and/or unfocused.
Knife changes as well as installation, maintenance and repair work are only allowed to be carried out on
devices that have been disconnected from the pressure generating unit on the input side and the
associated hoses.
Avoid wearing loosely fitting items of clothing and jewellery that can be caught by moving parts. Wear
sturdy shoes during your work. Always wear a hairnet!
Ensure that your workplace has a correct, ergonomic set-up and make sure that you are standing
securely.
Lead the connecting lines of the cutter upwards to avoid creating a tripping hazard.
Store the cutter in a safe manner. Look after your tools with care. Use only sharp and undamaged knives
so that you can work better and more safely.
Do not leave any tool keys connected. Check that all keys have been removed before switching on.
Look after your equipment with care. Use only sharp and undamaged blades for safe work.
Only use genuine EFA accessories/spare parts.
The use of other equipment, accessories or spare parts can endanger you and other persons.
Non-compliance will void the warranty.

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3. Technical description
Tab. 3.1 –Technical data
Description
EFA cutters
One-hand operation
Two-hand operation
Z079
Z080
Z100
Z078
Z090
Z160
Opening of cutter
mm
80
100
210
80
160
Closing time –opening time (cutter)
sec
1.2 –1.2
Operating pressure
bar
145
Hose length
m
5
Sound pressure level (EN ISO 11688-1)
dB(A)
< 85
Hand-arm vibration (EN 28662)
m/s²
0,562
0,586
0,724
< 2,5
< 2,5
< 2,5
K - Korrekturfaktor
m/s²
0,016
0,074
0,052
Weight (cutter)
kg
< 4.0
4.5
Tab. 3.2 –EFA cutter overview
EFA cutters
Part number
Application
Z079
008014484
Hydraulic hock cutter for cutting of hocks at the
joint; for medium sized and large plants
Z080
008009711
Z100
008011944
Hydraulic hog/sow head cutter and hock and leg
cutter for cutting head and legs for halves of hogs
and sows in medium sized and large plants
Z078
008010109
Hydraulic cutter
(two-hand operation)
Z090
008010581