Skyfood PCI-22 G User manual

16967.6 - July/2003
Meat Grinder
PCI-22 G
Models
CAUTION!
HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS
Disconnect Power Before
Cleaning or Servicing
Instruction Manual

05
7 CLEANING
To do the cleaning proceed as follows
- Turn off the machine and disconnect it from power source.
- Remove the pusher No.01 and the tray No. 04 (Picture -01)
- Remove the Locking Ring No. 03 (Picture - 01), turning it clockwise, and then remove the
internal components of the barrel, pulling them out.
NOTE: Do not try to pull the plate, knife and worm out of the barrel by starting the
machine, as this may result in serious injuries to the hands.
- To remove the barrel loosen the locking handle located on the left side of the barrel, hold
the barrel with both hands and move it left and right pushing it towards the front at the same
time.
- Proceed washing the components with warm water and neutral soap.
- Wipe the body of the machine with a damp clean cloth.
- Assemble the components following the order shown on picture 02 on page 04. It is
recommended that you follow the order carefully. Assembling the components in a different
order could cause serious damages to the griding device. When re-installing the knife in the
worm stud, make sure that the cutting edge is facing outwards.
- Your meat grinder is now ready to operate.
IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the locking ring too much, as an excessive pressure on
the hole plate and knife may lead to their abnormal wear.
9 DIAGRAMELECTRICAL
ON/OFF Switch
8 GENERAL ADVICES
ALWAYS turn machine off before cleaning and maintenance.
PROVIDE enough space around machine to avoid breakings.
ALWAYS keep the floor dry. Wet floors may cause slippings.
ALWAYS turn machine off in case of power supply lack.
NEVER let dust or water to get into electrical and mechanical components of
the machine.
DO NOT modify original features of the machine.
DO NOT take out nor tear off any safety or identification label.

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5 PRE OPERATION
Check if the machine is firm, no movement shall be allowed on the supporting surface. It is
recommended that the machine be carefully cleaned before the first operation. Clean as
explained in CLEANING. Check if all removable components are assembled properly and
locking ring is tight. Turn the locking ring counter clockwise until it applies a slight pressure
on the hole plate and on the knife.
NOTE: Do not tighten the locking ring too much, as an excessive pressure on the hole plate
and knife may lead to their abnormal wear.
Picture- 02
06
07
02
01
03
04
05
01. Barrel
02. Fiber Washer
03. Worm
04. Worm Pin
05. Knife
06. Plates 3mm, 5mm or 8mm (optional)
07. Locking Ring
NOTE: Assemble the components following the order shown on picture 02 above. It
is recommended that you follow the order carefully. Assembling the components in
a different order could cause serious damages to the griding device. When re-
installing the knife in the worm stud, make sure that the cutting edge is facing
outwards.
6 OPERATION
Start the machine. The PCI-22 G meat grinder works very fast, therefore they require a fast
feeding too. Put the meat lumps on the tray and using the stomper No. 01 (Picture - 01) push
the meat into the feed throat where they will be sucked in by the worm. Feed meat at a
constant rate for better grinding.
IMPORTANT : only use the stomper to push the meat into the feed throat, never use
your hands or any other kind of instrument. It is strongly recommended that the meat
chopper not be operated without meat infeed. Therefore never let the machine to
work without loading, if it happens the temperature may rise as high as 180ºF in
approximately 3 minutes, causing serious damages to the grinding components.
Never leave any kind of knives, metal hooks or other instruments on the tray.
Summary
01 Main Precautions 2
0 2 Main Components 2
03 Technical Data 3
04 Installation 3
05 Pre Operation 4
06 Operation 4
07 Cleaning 5
08 General Advices 5
09 Electrical Diagram 5

NOTICE TO OWNERS AND OPERATORS
The PCI-22 G Meat Grinder is designed to grind meat products safely and
efficiently. Unless the operator is properly trained and supervised, however, there is
the possibility of a serious injury. It is the responsability of the owner to assure that
this machine is used properly and safely, strictly following the instructions contained
in this Manual and any requirements of local law.
1 MAIN PRECAUTIONS
The PCI-22 G can be a potentially dangerous machine when used incorrectly. Therefore
read all the following instructions carefully to avoid damages.
FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY by qualified operators.
BEFORE cleaning disconnect machine from power source.
NEVER use tools not belonging to machine to help operation.
NEVER feed by hand. Always use stomper.
NEVER put your fingers or any other object but the stomper inside the feed throat.
NEVER connect power source with wet hands or wet clothes.
NEVER spray water or other liquid substances directly at motor, power switch or any other
electrical components.
KEEP your working area clean and dry to prevent it from becoming sllipery.
ALWAYS install equipment in working area with adequate light and space away from
CHILDREN and visitors.
NEVER operate without all warning labels attached and owner/operator manual available to
operator.
NEVER leave unattended while operating.
STOP the machine immediately if you hear abnormal noises, of fear that injuries may occur.
ALWAYS ground machine properly.
CONTACT your Distributor if you have any problems with the installation and operation of
this machine.
2 MAIN COMPONENTS
The machine consist of an electrical motor that through a gear box operates a worm. The
worm feeds the meat to the knife and hole plate. Several types of hole plates are available.
The holes on these plates have different diameter. The type of plate is chosen depending
on the desired ground meat characteristics.
The feed throat No.02 and the worm No.03 (Picture - 02) receive a special treatment to
isolate and facilitate the cleaning.
The knive No.05 and the disc No.06 (Picture - 02) are made of temperate material to provide
a long life cutting quality.
Picture - 01
02 03
01 - Stomper
02 - Feed Throat
03 - Locking Ring
04 - Tray
05 - Motor Housing
06 - ON/OFF Switch
04
01
02
03
05
06
3 TECHNICAL DATA
Table - 01
110 / 220 (*)
50 or 60
380
380
710
45
49
300
1,5
1,2
[V]
[Hz]
[Hp]
[kW/h]
[mm]
[mm]
[mm]
[kg]
[kg]
[kg/h]
Voltage
Rating
Frequency
Consumption
Height
Width
Depth
Net Weigth
Gross Weigth
Average Production
TECHNICAL DATA UNITS PCI-22G
4 INSTALLATION
The meat grinder PCI-22 G must be installed on a level, non-skid surface with a maximum
recommended height of 850mm by qualified or experienced people.
In front of the grinding device must be left a suitable space to receive a tray to collect the
processed meat.
Check the voltage of the machine. The unit voltage must be the same as the power source.
Grounding wire must always be connected .
*ALL MACHINESARE WIRED FOR VOLTAGE AS ORDERED