VARES Fruit SHARK Service manual

Õunapurustaja SHARK Fruit Kasutusjuhend
1
10th Edition – 2021
Fruit Crushers
Õunapurustaja
Fruit SHARK (DZO 11N)
Fruit SHARK MEGALODON (DZO 11N MEGA)
Original
instructions for use (EN)
Kasutusjuhend (EST)
VARES Mnichovice a.s.
Pražská 539, 251 64 Mnichovice,
CZECH REPUBLIC
www.vares.cz • [email protected]
Tel: [phone]
[phone]
Fax: [phone]

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Table of Contents
Introduction 3
1.1 Marking used in these instructions
for use and on the machine 4
1.1.1 Safety marking in the instructions
for use 4
1.1.2 Safety marking used on the machine 4
1.1.3 Other marking used on the machine 5
1.1.4 Design of the machine’s manufacturing
plate 5
1.1.5 Position of marks on the machine 5
2 Intended purpose of the product 5
3 Technical data 6
3.1 Basic technical data 6
3.2 Other technical data 7
4 Safety instructions 7
4.1 Work safety 7
5 Description of the machine 10
5.1 Work places 10
5.2 Mechanical parts of the machine 10
5.2.1 Upper part 10
5.2.2 Lower part 10
5.2.3 Working gear and drive 11
5.3 Electrical equipment 11
5.3.1 Safety devices 12
6 Installing the machine 12
6.1 Connecting the machine to the mains 13
7 Putting into operation 13
7.1 Working with the machine 14
7.1.1 Preparing for work 14
7.1.2 Putting fruit into the machine 14
7.1.3 Filling the vessel with crushed fruit 14
7.1.4 Ending work, cleaning the machine 15
8 Shutdown 15
9 Maintenance and cleaning 16
9.1 Routine maintenance and cleaning 16
9.2 Dismantling the machine 16
9.3 Replacing the cutting blade 17
10 Troubleshooting 17
11 Spare parts 18
12 Packaging, transport, handling
and storage 18
12.1 Packaging The machine is packaged
in a carton box. 18
12.2 Handling and transport 18
12.3 Storage 19
13 Disposal of the machine 19
14 Ordering, service and sales network
of spare parts 19
15 Warranty and warranty conditions 19
Warranty Certificate 21
24-month warranty 21
Appendix 1 – Spare Parts FRUIT SHARK 22
Appendix 2 – Spare Parts FRUIT SHARK
MEGALODON 23
Appendix 3 – Spare Parts 24

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Introduction
These instructions for use are intended for users of Fruit SHARK (DZO 11N) and Fruit SHARK MEGALODON
(DZO 11N MEGA) type fruit crushers manufactured by VARES Mnichovice a. s. These instructions for use
form an integral part of the technical documentation that the manufacturer and supplier of the fruit crusher
provides to the user. The manual contains all necessary information for an overall familiarisation with the
properties and functions of individual parts of the garden-waste crushers as well as directions arising from
the requirements of regulations that apply to the product concerned in order to ensure correct and safe
procedures during:
• installation
• putting into operation
• operation
• cleaning and maintenance
• repair
• troubleshooting
• handling and transport
• final dismantlement of the machine, after the expiry of its service life and its subsequent disposal.
The fruit crushers manufactured by VARES Mnichovice a. s. rank amongst machines designed and
manufactured to comply with the requirements for safety during their operation. In spite of that, they may
be a source of danger if used incorrectly and operated unprofessionally.
The manual must be stored by the user in such a way that it is available to persons designated for
operation and maintenance of the machine.
Before commencing any activity involving the garden-waste crusher, the operator is obliged to familiarise
himself/herself in detail with the directions and information contained in these instructions for use and to
understand their meaning, which is a condition for correct and safe use of the machine.
The fruit crusher is a product that corresponds, with its properties, to the requirements of technical regulations
that apply to it, especially Government Regulation (GR) No. 17/2003 Coll., GR No. 616/2006 Coll.,
GR No. 176/2008 Coll., GR No. 9/2002 Coll. and, hence, also the EU Directives 2006/95 EC, 2004/108
EC, and 2006/42/EC, 200/14/EC.
An EC declaration of conformity has been issued for the product in accordance with Section 13,
Act No. 22/1997 Coll., as subsequently amended, and the product may be freely marketed in EU countries
and further countries of the EEC (European Economic Area). These facts are declared by a mark marking
the product.
Note: Instead of the product name “fruit crusher”, the simplified name “crusher” or “machine” will be
used in the following sections of these instructions for use, in texts in which there will be no
possibility of confusion or misinterpretation.
Notice: The manufacturer of the fruit crusher – VARES Mnichovice a. s. – reserves the right to make
technical changes to its products and changes in the instructions for use without prior notice.

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1.1 Marking used in these instructions for use and on the machine
1.1.1 Safety marking in the instructions for use
Mark Symbol Meaning
A
Text
Danger to the operator: Failure to observe this
requirement or instruction may endanger the safety of
persons!
BText
Danger to the operator: Failure to observe this
requirement or instruction may cause an electric shock!
C
Text
Danger to the machine: Failure to observe this
requirement or instruction may endanger the safety of
the machine!
1.1.2 Safety marking used on the machine
Mark No. Symbol Meaning
1POZOR!
PŘED SEJMUTÍM KRYTU
ODPOJTE ZAŘÍZENÍ
OD ELEKTRICKÉ SÍTĚ
CAUTION! Covers marked with this safety symbol
(colour version: a black triangle with black lightning
on a yellow background), cover spaces with electrical
equipment; before removing covers marked in this
way the electrical equipment of the machine must
be disconnected from the mains and an off-state must
be ensured! (the symbol is complemented by a text
with a safety message)
2
CAUTION! Spaces marked with this safety symbol (colour
version: a black triangle with a black exclamation mark
on a yellow background), contain moving mechanical
components which pose a risk of injury; before removing
the covers of spaces marked in this way the electric
drive of the machine must be turned off and an off-state
must be ensured! The symbol is complemented by texts
with a safety message: operators are strictly prohibited
to put their hands under the rubber diaphragm of the
insertion opening and into the opening for discharging
the crushed material.
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CAUTION! This symbol orders machine operators to use
protective glasses or a protective face shield when
working with the machine to protect their eyes from
small objects catapulted from the working mechanism
of the crusher. (colour version: a blue circle with
a white silhouette of a human head wearing glasses)
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CAUTION! This symbol orders machine operators to
use ear protectors when working with the machine
to protect their hearing organs against the noise
generated by the operation of the crusher. (colour
version: a blue circle with a white silhouette of a
human head wearing ear protectors)

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1.1.3 Other marking used on the machine
Mark No. Symbol Meaning
5Manufacturing plate
of the machine
A plate containing basic technical data that allows
identification and operation of the machine.
6Manufacturing plate
of the electric motor
A plate containing data that allows identification
and operation of the electric motor.
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By marking the product with a CE mark the
manufacturer declares that the product meets
the requirements of Government Regulation (GR)
No. 17/2003 Coll., GR No. 616/2006 Coll., GR
No. 176/2008 Coll., GR No. 9/2002 Coll. and, thus,
also the EU Directives that apply to the product,
i.e. 2006/95 EC, 2004/108 EC, and 2006/42/EC,
2000/14/EC.
1.1.4 Design of the machine’s manufacturing plate
VARES Mnichovice a.s.
TYP: DZO 11 N STUPEŇ KRYTÍ: IP 55
ROK VÝROBY: HMOTNOST: 26 kg
VÝROBNÍ ČÍSLO:
NAPĚTÍ: 230 V, 50 Hz
PROUD: 6,5 A
VÝKON: 1,1 kW
1.1.5 Position of marks on the machine
Mark No. Position of the mark on the machine
1 Front face of the switch cover
2
Crusher tube3
4
5 Electric motor housing
6 Electric motor housing
7 Machine nameplate
2 Intended purpose of the product
Fruit SHARK (DZO 11N) and Fruit SHARK MEGALODON (DZO 11N MEGA) type fruit crushers are intended
for crushing fruit before it is further processed, e.g. by cider making.
With their structure and parameters, the crushers are intended particularly for gardeners.
The main advantage of these machines is sufficient performance, minimal space demands, simple operation
and easy relocation thereof.

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The crushers are intended for work in an environment defined by ČSN 33 2000-3 with the following
external influences:
AB5 – ambient air temperature –5 to +40 °C with relative humidity of up to 85 %
AD3 – presence of water – water spray
AE1 – negligible dustiness
AF2 – atmospheric presence of corrosive pollutants
AG2 – medium mechanical stress
AH1 – moderate vibration stress
The crushers cannot work in an outdoor environment while it is raining or snowing!
The operation of the crushers does not cause excessive high-frequency electromagnetic interference. No
limitations are set for the work of the machines in terms of external electromagnetic influences. The
crushers are supposed to work in an electromagnetic environment that corresponds to the generally
applicable requirements defined by ČSN EN 61000-6-3 ed. 2, (residential, commercial and light-industrial
premises).
The set conditions of use of the crushers also include the observance of instructions and procedures for
the installation, operation, maintenance and cleaning of the machine stated in the following chapters of
these instructions for use.
Important notice: If the machine is used for other purposes, the manufacturer (supplier) does not bear
responsibility for damage, if any; the full responsibility shall pass to the user!
3 Technical data
3.1 Basic technical data
Product name: Fruit crusher
Manufacturer: VARES Mnichovice a.s.
Indicator Unit Data – value
Machine type DZO 11N
Fruit SHARK
DZO 11N MEGA
Fruit SHARK MEGALODON
Machine dimensions: length
height
width
mm
680
735
545
680
1 146
545
Nominal supply voltage V 230
Nominal frequency Hz 50
Installed output kW 1,1
Nominal current A 6,5
Rotor speed min-1 2 800
Max. diameter of material
being crushed
mm 90 to 100
Machine weight kg 26 37
Level of protection IP 55

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3.2 Other technical data
The electrical equipment of the machine is protection class 1 equipment, within the meaning of ČSN EN
61140 ed. 2.
Protection against electric shock is executed pursuant to ČSN 33 2000-4-41 ed. 2, Section 411 by
automatic disconnection from a power source using a residual current device.
Working environment pursuant to ČSN 33 2000-3 – see Chapter 3 of this manual.
Noise emissions generated by operation of the machine:
The declared time-averaged emission level of acoustic pressure A at the workplace of a fruit crusher
operator, i.e. 0.5 m from the main switch LpAd = (69 + 4) dB (measured as per ČSN EN ISO 11201 in no-
load operation).
Note: The basic technical data of the machine together with its identification data is included in the
manufacturing plate placed on the housing of the electric motor.
Notice: It is necessary to give identification data from the manufacturing plate every time when
communicating with the manufacturer in connection with the application of any requirements
that concern a particular machine!
4 Safety instructions
4.1 Work safety
• Before commencing any work with the machine, the operator is obliged to familiarise himself/herself
in detail, according to the instructions for use, with all the machine’s functions, its controls and
tripping elements that serve to avert danger.
• The machine may only be used for the purposes for which it is technically fit, in accordance with
the conditions laid down by the manufacturer and which with its construction, design and technical
condition complies with regulations to ensure safety.
• Before the commencement of work with the machine, the machine must be placed on a flat firm base
so as not to disrupt its stability.
• When working with the machine, do not allow other persons, especially children, to get near the
machine.
• When working with the machine, the operator is obliged to use personal protective equipment, namely
working gloves, protective glasses or a protective face shield and ear protectors.
• A user of the machine is obliged to ensure that regular maintenance and cleaning of the machine is
done.
• A user of the machine is obliged to take such measures to prevent any unauthorised person from
operating the machine.
• The machine may be operated separately only by physically and mentally fit workers, over eighteen
years of age, demonstrably trained to operate it and acquainted with the instructions for use, which
must be kept in a place accessible to the operators.
• The operator is obliged to visually check the equipment and take basic care of it. Cleaning,
maintenance and repairs may only be carried out after the machine’s electrical equipment has been
disconnected from the mains, i.e. by disconnecting the plug/socket combination of the machine’s
flexible cord.
• If the operator discovers a fault or damage that could endanger work safety or operation of the device
and that they are not able to remedy himself/herself, he/she may not put the machine into operation.

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• If the machine is not in use for any reason, its electrical equipment must be disconnected from
the mains and an off-state must be secured, by disconnecting the plug/socket combination of the
machine’s flexible cord.
• It is necessary to maintain the safety marks, symbols and signs on the machine in a legible condition.
If they are damaged or have become ineligible, the user is obliged to restore them in accordance with
the original condition (see points 1.1.2 to 1.1.4 of this manual).
IT IS PROHIBITED!
• To connect the machine’s electrical equipment to an electrical network if any protective device has
been removed or damaged (enclosures of the electrical equipment, covers of dangerous mechanical
components).
• To disable safety, protective or locking devices.
• To make any interventions in the machine’s construction or in its electric circuits.
• To insert any tools or objects, except for material intended to be crushed, into the drum while the
machine is running.
• To carry out maintenance, cleaning and repairs if an off-state of the machine’s electric circuits is not
ensured.
4.2 Fire protection
• CAUTION! Harmful emissions may be generated by burning of plastic components during a fire, and,
therefore, it is necessary to abide by generally applicable fire regulations.
• Water must not be used for extinguish a fire of the electrical equipment. If a water or foam fire
extinguisher is to be used for putting out the fire, it is only possible to use it after power supply has
been turned off!
• It is necessary to regularly clean the surface of enclosures of the electrical equipment, especially the
surface of the electric motor, to remove impurities.
4.3 Electrical equipment
• Electrical installation must be carried out according to the requirements of applicable regulations
and technical standards that apply to the device concerned, in particular ČSN EN 60 204-1 ed. 2 and
related regulations.
• The electric circuit of the single-phase socket for connecting the machine to the mains must be
executed according to the requirements of applicable regulations and technical standards that apply
to the device concerned, in particular ČSN 33 2130 ed. 2, ČSN 33 2000-4-41 ed. 2, ČSN 33 20000-5-
51 ed. 2, ČSN 33 2000-5-54 ed. 2 and related regulations.
• The protection of the socket circuit against electric shock must be executed according to the
requirements of ČSN 33 2000-4-41 ed. 2 by automatic disconnection from power supply; the socket
circuit must be fitted with a residual current device with a trip current of 30 mA, the proper function
of which must be checked on a regular basis.
Caution! The flexible cord between the power supply point and the machine must not
lie freely on the ground without protection against mechanical damage! If an
extension cord is used for connecting the machine to the electrical network,
it must be protected against mechanical damage and it must be placed in such
a way that does not interfere in the machine’s working space and it cannot be
a cause of injury – stumble, slipping!

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• Work on the electrical equipment within the meaning of ČSN EN 50110-1 ed. 2 may only be carried
out by workers possessing appropriate electrotechnical qualifications within the meaning of the Czech
Occupational Safety Office and Czech Mining Authority Decree No. 50/1978 Coll. and acquainted with
the equipment to the necessary extent.
• The machine operator is obliged to ensure, within time limits set, revisions of the electrical equipment
are made, within the meaning of Section 4 of Act No. 309/2006 Coll. and ČSN 33 1500 Article 3.1 to
3.6.
4.4 Hygiene requirements
• The machine operator is obliged to observe hygiene regulations relating to the handling of foodstuffs.
• Following maintenance and repairs of the machine during which hands or tools came into contact
with machine components that come into direct contact with foodstuffs, it is necessary to carry out
cleaning as per Chapter 9 of this manual!
4.5 Overview of possible hazards during work with the machine
Although the machine is manufactured in compliance with the requirements of technical regulations
concerning safety, it is not possible, through the technical design of this product, to eliminate all risks that
may occur particularly if it is handled carelessly!
When using the machine, you must be aware of the possibility of the following hazards occurring:
4.5.1 Mechanical hazards:
• Risk of bruising fingers, hand or possibly even leg during the assembly and disassembly of machine
components.
• Risk of injury to fingers, hand caused by rotating parts of the machine when a hand is inserted into
the crusher’s working space.
• Risk of injury to the upper limbs or other body parts when putting long foreign objects into the drum
of the machine that is running (except material intended for crushing).
• Risk of injury to the lower limbs or other body parts due to the machine falling when it is being
relocated carelessly.
• Risk of injury to the eyes or other body parts caused by deflected small objects catapulted by the
crusher’s working mechanism.
4.5.2 Electrical hazards:
• Risk when directly or indirectly touching components intended for conducting electric current (live
parts), when removing enclosures of the electrical equipment or when damaging insulation parts.
• Risk of electric shock due to damaged parts of the electrical equipment, in particular when handling
the extension flexible cord.
• Risk of electric shock due to inappropriate placing of the plug/socket combination of the extension
flexible cord in places with the danger of mechanical damage or in places with the presence of water,
e.g. wet grass, places with accumulated water after rain etc.
• Risk of electric shock when failing to observe the directions for connecting the machine to the mains,
stated in point 5.3 and 6.1 of this manual.
• Risk of disabling the device to protect against electric shock when using unsuitable extension cords
of great length with a small cross-section of conductors and, hence, a high impedance of the tripping
loop of the protective conductor.
4.5.3 Hygienic hazards:
• The operator has the duty to use ear protectors when working with the crusher!

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5 Description of the machine
5.1 Work places
The work place of the machine in which the operator stays during crushing is the space on both lateral
sides. A sufficiently free space around the entire machine must be provided for maintenance and cleaning
of the machine.
5.2 Mechanical parts of the machine
The machine consists of the following basic parts, the arrangement of which is evident from Figure 1 and a
description of which is given in the following sections of this manual. The components that come into direct
contact with the material being crushed are made of stainless steel intended for food purposes. The surface
finish of metal parts of the machine that are not made of stainless steel is made by paining.
1. Manually-tightened screw
2. Upper part of the Fruit crusher
3. Electric motor
4. Fruit crusher chassis
5. KCA box
6. KCA box cover
7. Hand grip
8. Securing cap
9. Nameplate
10. Fruit MEGALODON large-capacity
hopper
Figure 1
A detailed drawing of the product with
all the parts and position numbers is provided on page 23.
5.2.1 Upper part
See Figure 1. The upper part is composed of a circular hopper, a tube with partitions and the top part of the
crushing mechanism, with four openings for attachment to the lower part by means of screws. The entire
upper part including the partitions is made of stainless steel intended for food-industry purposes.
5.2.2 Lower part
See Figure 2. The lower part is composed of a base plate, to which the envelope of the working space of
the crushing mechanism is welded.
A U-shaped stand is attached to the bottom of the base plate. A plastic vessel, which serves to collect
material that has been crushed, is inserted into this stand. In the course of crushing, the vessel is secured
by means of a handle directly on the crusher body. This will prevent possible movement of the vessel owing
to vibrations of the crusher.
After the vessel is taken out (by sliding it out forward), a flap that prevents the operator from getting
potentially injured by putting his/her hand near the rotating parts of the crusher automatically closes. After
the vessel is inserted back under the crusher again, the flap will open again.

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Caution! It is prohibited to open the flap while the crusher is running and put hands into
this space or insert any objects into it!
DANGER OF INJURY!
A flange electric motor, the shaft of which goes through to the centre of the working space of the crushing
mechanism, is attached to the base plate by means of four screws. The electric motor is protected against
the action of external influences by a housing welded from sheetmetal parts.
5.2.3 Working gear and drive
The working device of the machine is a rotating cutting disc equipped with one knife on the front side. The
disc is mounted on the shaft of the electric motor and secured by the central impeller. The electric motor is
attached to the base plate of the lower part of the crusher by means of countersunk screws.
The drive of the working device is performed by a flange-type, single-phase, asynchronous electric motor,
permanently connected with a capacitor.
1. Lower part of the Fruit crusher
2. Fruit support plate – fitted
3. Bottom roller 17 mm,
STAINLESS STEEL
4. Top roller 17 mm, STAINLESS STEEL
5. Fruit central impeller
6. M8x16 countersunk screw,
STAINLESS STEEL
7. Rubber round profile 6 mm
8. Electric motor
9. Lip Seal 20x30x7 G
10.Manually-tightened screw,
STAINLESS STEEL
11.TRIPUS switching unit
12.Fruit micro-switch, waterproof
Figure 2
5.3 Electrical equipment
The machine is designed as a protection class 1 device, within the meaning of ČSN EN 61140 ed. 2.
The electrical equipment of the machine is intended for connection to a 1/PE+N 230 V, 50 Hz single-phase
electrical network.
The machine is connected by means of a flexible cord conducted through a H05VV-F 3G conductor with
a cross-section of 3 x 1.5 mm2, which is firmly attached to the machine on one side and terminated with
a 16 A single-phase plug with a protective contact on the other side.
The use of extension flexible cords must be in accordance with the requirements of ČSN 34 0350 ed. 2.
The electric drive of the machine is started and stopped by means of a double button located on the rear
wall of the electric motor housing. The turn-on button is marked with green colour and an “I” symbol,
and the turn-off button is marked with red colour and an “O” symbol. The double button is fitted with an
electromagnetic release responding to voltage loss that ensures that the machine does not spontaneously
start after the interruption and subsequent restoration of power supply.
Protection against electric shock is performed pursuant to ČSN 33 2000-4-41 ed. 2 by automatic
disconnection from power supply.

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Current protection is incorporated in the supply circuit of
the electric motor and it protects the electric motor against
excessive load and it interrupts the supply circuit of the
electric motor in the event that the load of the electric
motor is exceeded. The motor then stops. Restarting
the electric motor is possible after 10–20 s. The power
supply circuit of the electric motor includes end sensor
located under the central screw as a safety feature,
which automatically interrupts the power supply circuit
of the electric motor when the upper part of the crusher
that covers its working device is removed. The safety
microswitch is controlled by a single screw that fastens
the upper part (see the detailed drawing, position 72).
5.3.1 Safety devices
A safety limit switch is incorporated in the supply circuit of the electric motor, which automatically interrupts
the supply circuit of the electric motor during dismantlement of the upper part of the crusher which covers
its working mechanism. The safety micro-switch is controlled by one screw that fastens the upper part (see
the detailed drawing, position 72).
6 Installing the machine
The machine is supplied assembled, with a flexible lead wire connected in the terminal box of the electric
motor.
The machine shall be installed in outdoor or indoor areas with sufficiently free space in its surroundings
so as to handle the material being processed. The machine needs to be positioned on a flat firm surface in
order to ensure that it is sufficiently stable during work.
Follow the instructions given in Chapter 12 of this manual when handling the machine during
its installation.
Caution! Never place the machine in an outdoor environment and work with it in rain; the
machine’s electrical equipment is not resistant to the adverse effects of water
considering the ingression protection used. There is danger of electric shock and
of the machine being damaged.
Before installation of the machine, an electric line must be prepared according to local conditions for
connecting the machine to the mains according to the instructions given in point 6.1 of this manual.
Caution! In view of the fact that fruit and its crushed parts are handled in the vicinity of the
crusher, there is increased risk of slipping or stumbling in this area.
Figure 3 – Diagram of electric circuit
Flexible power
cord
Current
protection
Switch
with electromagnetic
trigger
Cover
switch

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6.1 Connecting the machine to the mains
Work on the electrical equipment within the meaning of ČSN EN 50110-1 ed. 2 may only be carried
out by workers possessing appropriate electrotechnical qualifications within the meaning of the Czech
Occupational Safety Office and Mining Authority Decree No. 50/1978 Coll. and acquainted with the
equipment to the necessary extent.
The electrical equipment of the crusher may only be connected into an appropriate 230 V, 50 Hz single-
phase mains socket, with a protective contact connected to a protective conductor. The circuit of the single-
phase socket for connecting the crusher to the mains must be executed according to the requirements
of applicable regulations and technical standards that apply to the device concerned, in particular ČSN
332130 ed. 2, ČSN 332180, ČSN 332000-4-41 ed. 2, ČSN 332000-5-51 ed. 2, ČSN 332000-5-54 ed. 2
and related regulations.
The circuit must be protected at the point of connection against overcurrent by means of a protective element
with a maximum nominal value of 10 A, and in view of the environment and working conditions of the machine,
it must be equipped with a residual current device with a nominal trip differential current I~n = 30 mA!
This measure will ensure increased protection of the machine against electric shock.
If it is necessary to use an extension flexible cord for connecting the crusher to the mains, it is necessary
to use only cords fitted with a plug and portable socket-outlet of the same pattern, for the same nominal
current and the same nominal voltage intended for use in an outdoor environment. The cross-section of
the conductors of a flexible cord must not be smaller than 1.5 mm2for a length of up to 25 m and than
2.5 mm2for a length of up to 50 m.
Caution! Use flexible extension cords longer than 25 m only exceptionally and pay
increased attention to their protection against mechanical damage. The use
of extension cords longer than 50 m is prohibited as the reliable function of
protection against electric shock is not guaranteed.
It is necessary to lay flexible extension cords according to the requirements of Chapter 4.4, ČSN 34 0350
ed. 2 in such a way to ensure that they are sufficiently protected against mechanical damage and that they
do not hinder the use of the spaces through which they are led. As protection against mechanical damage,
use primarily position protection, i.e. place the flexible cord in areas in which it is not exposed to the danger
of mechanical damage.
7 Putting into operation
Before putting the machine into operation the machine operator must be demonstrably familiarised with
the basic information on the machine, with its functions, with the safety instructions according to Chapter 4
of this manual and with the principles of maintenance according to Chapter 9 of this manual.
Before starting the machine for the first time make sure that all of its components are sufficiently
mechanically fastened and that there are not foreign objects in its working space.
If no faults are detected, it is possible to put the machine into operation according to the following
instructions:
• Insert the plug of the machine’s flexible cord into an appropriate mains socket.
• Press the green button marked with the “I” symbol, the electric drive will start running.
Notice: The sense of rotation of the electric motor does not need to be checked. The electric motor
is connected from the manufacturing plant with a required sense of rotation of the working
mechanism.
• Once full working speed of the crusher’s electric drive has been reached, it is possible to start loading
material into the crusher.

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Caution: If the crusher stops owing to overloading, it is prohibited to take the contents
out of the working space of the crusher by hand and put hands into the internal
space if the machine is not entirely at standstill and its off-state is not ensured by
pulling the plug of the flexible cord out of the mains socket!
Caution: When working with the crusher, the operator has the duty to use ear protectors to
protect his/her hearing organs!
Notice: Frequent overloading of the electric motor may cause its excessive warming and damage.
7.1 Working with the machine
The SHARK FRUIT crusher is intended for processing fruit, e.g. apples, pears, plums, apricots, grapevine,
currants etc. Crushed fruit has an ideal coarseness and consistency for further processing: production of
ciders, juices, home-made squashes, fruit pulp, wine or spirits.
Fruit (individual fruits) with a diameter of up to 10 cm can be crushed.
Fruit is processed in a very efficient manner by means of the stainless mechanism of the crusher (upper
stainless airscrew, cutting stainless blade on a rotating bearing plate, 2 800 rev./min.).
The machine may only be used provided that all the directions given in these “Instructions for use” have
been followed, in particular those in Chapter 4.
7.1.1 Preparing for work
• Position the machine on a hard flat base (concrete floor, pavement etc.).
• Perform all the instructions given in points 4.1 to 4.5.3.
• If all the instructions mentioned above have been carried out, insert the plug of the flexible cord of
the crusher into a mains socket.
• Make sure that the vessel for collecting crushed fruit is secured. The vessel must be secured by
clicking the vessel handle behind the locking mushroom knob shut. The FRUIT tongue must be tilted
off behind the vessel.
• Turn on the machine.
7.1.2 Putting fruit into the machine
• Use a plastic bucket or basket to put fruit into.
• Put fruit into the hopper evenly.
• Cut fruits that are larger than 10 cm in two.
7.1.3 Filling the vessel with crushed fruit
• The SHARK Fruit machine includes one 20-litre plastic vessel for collecting crushed fruit.
• The volume of crushed fruit in the vessel can be easily checked visually even while the machine is
running by lifting off the vessel’s lid. After checking the level in the vessel (fill rate of the vessel), put
the lid back on.
• We recommend interrupting the crushing at the moment when the vessel is filled to ca. 2/3 of the
capacity.
• Wait approx. 2 minutes so that the crushing of fruit that has already been put into the crusher can be
completed; the working mechanism must be entirely emptied before the machine is turned off.
• Turn the machine off when no fruit pulp flies into the vessel any more.
• Unlock the vessel by unlocking the vessel handle from the locking mushroom button.

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• Slide the filled vessel outwards from the crusher undercarriage. Once the vessel is removed, the flap
(tongue), which prevents possible injury to the operator due to a hand being put near rotating parts
of the crusher, will automatically close.
• Do not put your hands near the rotating parts of the crusher in any case while the crusher is running!
When the vessel is slid back under the crusher again, the flap will automatically re-open.
• Empty the vessel.
• Slide the vessel back under the crusher so that the flap – FRUIT tongue is behind the vessel.
• Put the vessel lid on.
• Secure the vessel by means of the handle (secure the handle / click it shut on the locking mushroom
button on the upper part of the crusher).
• Turn the machine on.
• Continue crushing until the vessel is filled again.
7.1.4 Ending work, cleaning the machine
• After the last batch of fruit is put into the crusher tube, wait for it to be crushed.
• The working mechanism must be entirely emptied before the machine is turned off.
• Turn off the machine when no fruit crush flies into the vessel any more.
• Take the vessel out and empty it.
• Pull out the plug of the flexible cord of the crusher from the mains socket, clean the conductor and
coil it into free loops.
• Clean the crusher thoroughly according to point 9.2 of this manual.
MANUFACTURER’S TIP: We recommend further processing apples and other fruits immediately after their
being crushed by pressing / cider making etc. In this way you will prevent the
crushed fruit from becoming brown.
MANUFACTURER’S TIP TO INCREASE THE EFFICIENCY OF WORK: The crusher has a very quick working
mechanism; thus all fruit is processed at a relatively quick rate. Fruit can be crushed by 1 person. To make
work more efficient, we recommend working in a team: 1 person puts fruit in and another person takes
away the vessel with crushed fruit. If you process a larger volume of fruit (in the order of several hundred
kilos), you can purchase one more vessel for crushed fruit from the manufacturer, VARES Mnichovice a. s.
You will double the efficiency of work by using a second vessel.
MANUFACTURER’S TIP FOR FURTHER UTILISATION OF THE FRUIT CRUSHER: In addition to fruit intended
for pressing / cider making such as apples or pears, you can also process other fruits including stone fruits
(plums, apricots etc.). When fruits containing a stone are processed, the stones will be broken too.
A suitable press for fruit pulp can also be bought at VARES Mnichovice a. s. for further processing of
crushed fruit.
8. Shutdown
After finishing work, put the crusher out of operation according to the following instructions:
After finishing work with the crusher, leave the machine running until the working mechanism has been
completely emptied; when the crushed material stops falling out of the crusher’s discharge opening, turn
off the crusher by pressing the red button marked with the “O” symbol.
Pull the plug of the flexible cord of the crusher out of the mains socket and clean the conductor and coil it
into free loops. Clean the crusher according to the instructions given in point 9.2 of this manual and store
it in a place that is protected from the direct action of effects of the outdoor environment.

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9 Maintenance and cleaning
Regular and correct maintenance is one of the conditions that affect the safety, correct functioning and
service life of the machine. Insufficient and irregular maintenance may cause increased costs of repairs and
inadequately long shutdowns of the machine. The machine has been designed and made in such a way that
it is easy to clean with a minimum need for machine parts to be dismantled.
Caution! All activities stated in this chapter need to be performed only after the machine
has been disconnected from the mains and an off-state of the electrical equipment
of the machine has been secured by pulling the plug of the flexible cord from the
mains socket.
Notice: Pressure water or steam must not be used for cleaning the crusher!
Notice: When the machine is being cleaned, the crusher must not be turned “upside down” as water
or juice may leak into the vent holes in the motor housing and subsequently into the motor
brake. Pressure water or steam must not be used for cleaning the crusher!
When carrying out maintenance and inspection of the machine observe, in addition to the safety instructions
given in this manual, also the requirements of generally applicable safety regulations!
9.1 Routine maintenance and cleaning
• Every time before starting to work check the condition of the insulation of the flexible cord for
mechanical damage or whether it is not pulled out of the bushing and check the condition of the plug
of the flexible cord as well.
• If you use a flexible extension cord, check the condition of the insulation and the condition of the
plug/socket combinations as well.
• Before beginning to work always check whether all screwed joints on the machine are tightened.
• Keep both the external and internal space of the machine clean. Clean the crusher every time after
use according to point 9.2 of this manual – paragraph “Procedure for cleaning the machine”.
• Before putting the crusher out of operation for a prolonged period of time, clean the internal space of
the crusher and preserve its individual parts with oil, when dismantling the upper part of the crusher
proceed according to point 9.2 of this manual – paragraph “Procedure for cleaning the machine”.
9.2 Dismantling the machine
To gain access to the working mechanism of the machine, proceed according to the following instructions:
• Loosen and unscrew the screw connecting the upper and lower part of the crusher.
• Dismantle and remove the upper part of the crusher, whereby the cutting disc is made accessible.
• Loose the centre airscrew, take off the bearing plate and remove fruit remains from the parts.
Procedure for cleaning the machine
Carry out the cleaning of removed parts No. 2, 9, 10, 11, 12, 25 and 4 (see the detailed drawing of the
crusher) cleaning of the above parts removed from the machine at a sufficient distance from the crusher (in
no case may water or preparations used for cleaning these parts leak into the motor housing, vent holes
or even the machine motor).
First of all remove carefully all solid remains after crushing. Wash the removed upper part of the crusher
(position 2 in the detailed drawing of the machine) as well as the removed bearing plate (position 9)
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warm water with a bit of washing-up liquid. The said parts are made of stainless steel; to clean them you
can also use a small amount of a preparation intended specially for stainless dishes (pots, cutlery etc). Be
careful when handling the parts; in particular, the airscrew and blade have sharp edges. After washing the
parts, rinse them properly with clean water and dry them up. Finally polish them with a dry cloth.
Wipe the flap – tongue of the crusher (position 5). Do not use pressure water to clean the flap or the lower
part to prevent water from leaking into the motor. Clean the parts ONLY with a slightly moistened cloth
with a minimal amount of washing-up liquid. Then remove the preparation properly by repeatedly wiping
the product with a moist cloth, wipe it dry and polish it with a dry cloth.
Wash the vessel for crushed fruit (position 4) separately with warm water with a bit of washing-up liquid.
After washing, rinse it well with clean water and dry it up.
Put the bearing plate back on and tighten the centre airscrew well. During assembly and disassembly use
the attached detailed drawing of the crusher for easier identification of the parts and their correct location.
9.3 Replacing the cutting blade
After dismantling the upper part of the crusher unscrew the centre airscrew of the shaft of the electric
motor and take the cutting disc off the shaft (point 8.2, see the description above). When loosening the
screw it is necessary to secure the disc against rotation. Loosen and unscrew the two countersunk screws
by which the blade is attached to the disc. Take out the blade. After the first replacement it is possible to
turn the blade by 180° and make use of its other sharpened side.
Notice: Do not grind the blades! Use solely new blades. Grinding the blades changes their weight and
the cutting disc becomes imbalanced. Great imbalance causes vibrations of the entire crusher
and excessive loading of the bearings of the electric motor.
Replacement blades can be purchased directly from the manufacturer, VARES Mnichovice a. s., www.vares.cz.
When mounting a blade into the body of the cutting disc clean carefully all the seating surfaces both on
the blade and on the disc. Always use new nuts. Nuts are self-locking, after being loosened they lose their
efficiency.
10 Troubleshooting
When trying to find the cause of a failure or fault it is necessary to realise that not all failures in the activity
of the machine must be due to a fault in the machine itself. Some failures may be caused by failures in the
electric mains.
Caution! All activities associated with repairing the electrical equipment may only be carried
out by workers possessing appropriate electrotechnical qualifications within the
meaning of the Czech Occupational Safety Office and Czech Mining Authority
Decree No. 50/1978 Coll. and acquainted with the equipment to the necessary
extent!
Caution! All activities associated with troubleshooting may only be performed after the
electric drive of the machine has been turned off and an off-state of the electrical
equipment has been ensured by pulling the plug of the flexible cord from the
mains socket.

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FAULT CAUSE METHOD OF ELIMINATION
1. It is not possible to start
the electric motor of the
crusher.
The crusher is not connected to the
mains.
Insert the plug of the flexible cord
into a mains socket.
Interruption of power supply. Call an electrician.
The locking element of the circuit
of the socket into which the
crusher is connected has switched
off.
Switch on the circuit-breaker or
replace the fuse in the socket
circuit.
Loosened screwed fastening the
upper part to the lower part.
Retighten the screw that controls
the safety switch.
The thermal relay got switched off
owing to overloading of the electric
motor.
It is necessary to allow the current
protection and, thus, also the
winding of the electric motor
cool down; after cooling down
the protection will automatically
return to an on-state.
2. Once turned on, the
electric motor of the crusher
will not rotate – it hums.
A blocked cutting disc by a foreign
body.
Dismantle the upper part pursuant
to point 9.2 of this manual and
remove the foreign object.
3. The material has been
crushed insufficiently.
The edge of the blade is blunt. Replace the blade of the cutting
disc pursuant to point 9.3 of this
manual.
4. In no-load operation, the
crusher vibrates excessively.
An unbalanced cutting blade owing
to repeated grinding of the blade.
Replace the blade by a new one.
11. Spare parts
An overview of spare parts including their pictures and ordering numbers is provided in Annexes No. 2, 3
and 4.
Based on a written order, the manufacturer supplies all spare parts for all crusher types.
An order for spare parts shall contain, among other things:
machine type, machine serial number, name of part according to Annex 4, number of units
12 Packaging, transport, handling and storage
12.1 Packaging The machine is packaged in a carton box.
12.2 Handling and transport
Caution! When handling the machine by means of lifting devices observe safety regulations
relating to such activity!
• The machine can be handled by hand.
• When handling the machine it is necessary to take account of its weight, dimensions and the position
of its centre of gravity.
• When handling the machine by means of lifting devices, never put your hands or other parts of the
body under those parts of the machine that are not properly attached or are in motion.
• Transport shall take place by means of standard vans or lorries of corresponding load-carrying
capacity.

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• During transport, the crusher must be secured on the loading area of the means of transport against
undesirable movement and against overturning!
12.3 Storage
• The crushers can be stored in dry, enclosed areas, protected from weather effects.
• The crushers may only be stored packaged and placed on a flat, firm surface.
• If more packaged crushers are stored standing on one another, it is necessary to take account of the
weight of the top layers so as to prevent damage to the machines in the bottom layers!
13 Disposal of the machine
After the service life of the machine expires or when its repair would be uneconomical, individual parts shall
be disposed of following overall dismantlement of the machine in accordance with Act No. 185/2001 Coll.,
on waste, as subsequently amended, as follows:
• The metal parts shall be sorted out by the type of metal and offered for sale to an organisation
engaged in the collection of secondary raw materials.
• Parts made from plastics and similar materials not subject to natural decomposition shall be sorted
out and handed to an organisation engaged in the collection of these materials.
• Parts of electrical equipment shall be handed to an organisation authorised to collect and dispose
of electrical waste.
Caution: Considering environmental protection, it is prohibited to dispose of parts from
plastics by burning them!
14 Ordering, service and sales network of spare parts
Deliveries of machines on the basis of a written order, sale of spare parts and service is provided by the
manufacturer:
VARES Mnichovice a. s., Pražská 539, 251 64 Mnichovice, Czech Republic
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.vares.cz
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
15 Warranty and warranty conditions
The supplier provides a warranty period for the functionality of the machine that was the object of a
delivery for a duration set by the purchase agreement provided that the machine works in single-shift
operation.
The warranty covers all faults and failures due to a defect in material.
The fulfilment of the warranty is conditional on the observance of the instructions for use, carrying out
basic maintenance, without any interventions into the construction of the product. The customer shall not
remedy faults of the product in the warranty period; he/she shall report them to the supplier, with whom
he/she shall agree on the method of their remedy.
The warranty does not cover natural wear of the components and faults due to mechanical damage,
unprofessional installation or handling, the penetration of foreign bodies into the machine’s working
mechanism or due to the effects of the elements.
The suppliers is not liable for losses or damage incurred during repair, replacement of parts etc that have
not been carried out according to the directions given in the instructions for use and according to the
requirements of generally applicable safety regulations.
For the warranty conditions, see the WARRANTY CERTIFICATE on page 21 of this manual.