Vicko PC101 User manual

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ELECTRIC SLICER/SHREDDER
● 150 Watt
Model No: PC101
Ref. No: 894-4101
INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL

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CAUTION –SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. This device has been designed ONLY for home & domestic use. The
manufacturer bears no responsibility for any malfunction caused by any use
which is not compliant with these instructions.
2. The device is not intended to be used in the following occasions as they are
not covered by the guarantee:
•Professional use.
•In common kitchen areas which are used by stores’ staff, offices’
staff and other professional workspaces.
•In farmhouses.
•Use by customers of hotels, motels, rooms for rent etc.
3. The device must be used only from adults.
4. The device must be used only for food cutting.
5. Keep the device away from kids.
6. The device is not a toy. Children must be closely supervised when they are
near the device.
7. Always treat the power cable with attention. Do not pull the power cable
from its main body to unplug the device from the power jack. Always pull it
from its head. Do not fold or bend the power cable.
8. Do not use the power cable as a handle.
9. Do not leave the power cable wedged through closed doors.
10. Do not pull the power cable around sharp edges.
11. Do not allow the power cable to touch wet or hot surfaces, or leave it
hanging over the edges of tables or benches.
12. Do not use the device with any transformer or voltage converter.
13. Do not use a power cable extension with the device.
14. Always connect this device on a power jack that bears additional ground
connection.
15. See after the easy accessibility of the device at any given moment in order
to assure that the device can be unplugged fast and easy from the power
jack in case of emergency.
16. Do not use the device if you see the power cable worn off, or if it has fallen
or suffered any other type of damage. Address yourselves on a specialized
technician to repair the problem or replace any part.

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17. Always consider the device as “active” when it is plugged in the power jack
as power circulates through its power circuit when you do not push its on/off
button.
18. The device must always be kept indoors in dry climate, away from extreme
humidity conditions, very high or very low temperatures. Avoid also its
exposure to any type of radiation.
19. Do not use the device outdoors or in places where any kind of sprays or
oxygen are used.
20. Keep sufficient distances between the device and surrounding walls.
21. Do not use the device next to the edges of a kitchen bench or table as there
is a risk of falling.
22. Do not place the device near or on top of another electrical, gas or
microwave oven or washing machine. Place the device away from
flammable objects or any other heat source.
23. Do not store or use the device in spots where there is a high risk of falling
into a sink or water can spill the device.
24. Do not use the device with wet hands.
25. Do not use the device while you are in any contact with water.
26. Do not sink the device in water or any other type of liquid.
27. Do not touch the plugged device if it has fallen in water but pull it
immediately out of the power jack.
28. Do not insert any object in any slot or any other opening of the device.
29. Do not use any piece of equipment not suggested by the manufacturer.
They may injure the user and/or destroy the device.
30. Keep your fingers away from any of the device’s moving part. You can
cause injury to yourself!
31. Do not touch the blades’ cones barehanded or with any other object (like
hair, clothes, cooking utensils, spoons, spatulas, knives etc.) when the
device is connected with the power grid, as there is a danger of causing
injury.
32. When the device is turned on, always keep enough empty space around it
and among other surrounding objects in order to allow the free flow of air.
Do not place the device near flammable objects like pieces of furniture,
pillows, curtains etc. ATTENTION! Should you place the device on a
surface that can cause any harm on it, we recommend you to place below
it a protective thermal insulating surface.
33. To operate the device always place it exclusively on stable and flat
surfaces.
34. Always watch over the device when it is operating.
35. Never move the device during operation.
36. Do not detach any of the accessories while the device operates.

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37. Never place your fingers or any other objects (like hair, clothes, cooking
utensils, knives etc.) in the feeding chute or the outlet of food when the
device is plugged in the power jack.
38. Never use the device if you have not have already installed correctly the
feeding chute and the desired cone on it.
39. When the cutting operation completes check if the blades of the cone are
worn off. In this case there might be blade fragments in the food you have
processed. Do not consume this mix and replace the cone.
40. Do not use the device if the blades of the cone that you want to use are
damaged or worn off.
41. If, after many uses, the blades of some of the cones are not sharp enough,
replace the cone(s).
42. Always use the cones with attention as their blades are very sharp and
there is danger of injury.
43. Release the on/off button before disconnecting the device from the power
jack.
44. The device must always be disconnected from the power source when it is
not used. Always switch off and detach the device before moving, cleaning
or storing it.
45. Never store the device while it is still hot.
46. Make sure that the device is always clean before storing it.
ΑΤΤΕΝΤΙΟΝ!
Read all the instructions carefully before you begin
using the device and keep them for future reference. In
case you give this device to someone else, see after
giving this instructions manual as well.
ΑΤΤΕΝΤΙΟΝ!
The use of the device with any other accessory other
than those suggested by the manufacturer and
accompanying this device is forbidden. The use of the
device with any third-party accessory, timer or remote-
control system is forbidden.
ATTENTION!
This device is not suggested for use by individuals with
mental or physical disabilities (including children) or
with a lack of knowledge and experience, unless they
are under the supervision or guidance of individuals
responsible for their safety. This device is not a toy.
Children must be supervised when they are near the
device.

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ATTENTION –RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
In order to avoid the danger of electrocution, do not try
to open the device for fixing it. For any repairs address
yourselves to specialized technical staff.
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
1. When you get the device out of its packaging, take care in disposing correctly
this package by recycling its materials (carton and nylon) properly.
2. Keep the plastic bags of the packaging away from infants and children until
they get recycled.
3. After you remove the device from its packing, clean it with a damp cloth and
not with household cleaning fluids.
Do not use hard cleaning products or wire sponges in order to clean
the device or the accessories (feeding chute, food pusher, cones,
cones’ case)
Do not place the accessories (feeding chute, food pusher, cones,
cones’ case) in sterilization devices.
4. Never place the main device under water flow in order to clean it. This is
appropriate only for its detachable accessories (feeding chute, pusher,
cones, cones’ case). These last ones should be cleaned with hot water and
detergent and after that, they should be washed off completely in order to
remove any possible soap residues.
5. Before connecting the device with the power grid check that the operational
voltage and frequency are in accordance with the ones referred in the
technical specifications table at the end of this manual.
6. Place the device on a flat and dry surface.
7. Make sure that all parts of the device are properly mounted before setting it
on operation.
8. Before using the device unfold the cord completely and make sure that it
does not show any signs of damage.
9. If case you notice a little smell or smoke coming out of the device during the
first use, do not worry as this is normal.
10.Do not use the device for more than 1 minute continuously. Be sure to always
do a pause of at least 15 seconds between each use. If you use the device
for more than 3 times, a break of roughly 15 minutes is necessary to allow
the unit to cool down.

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PARTS OF THE DEVICE AND WAYS TO
ASSEMBLE/DISASSEMBLE
Parts of the device
1. Main body of the device –cover of motor
2. Feeding chute
3. Food pusher
4. Cone for thick shredding (pink)
5. Cone for slim shredding (orange)
6. Cone for thick slicing (blue)
7. Cone for slim slicing (green)
8. Cone for grating (yellow)
9. Cones’ case
10. Cones’ case lid

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Assembly instructions
1st step: cone entry 2nd step: install on the device 3rd step: food pusher use
ATTENTION: Always make sure that the device is NOT connected to
the power grid before beginning assembling or disassembling its
accessories.
1. Choose the cone that you want to use (4 through 8), place it inside the outlet of
the feeding chute (2) and push it slightly in order to lock itself properly in the
hexagonal base of the chute.
2. In order to mount the feeding chute (2) onto the main device (1) hold it in a left
45oangle as it is depicted on the second step in the above image, place it on
the inlet of the device and turn it clockwise for 45oin order to lock in its proper
position (vertical). Correct locking is achieved when you hear a distinctive
clicking sound and the feeding chute is on a 90° angle against the surface on
which the device lays.
3. The device is ready to use!
4. In order to remove the feeding chute (2), follow the reverse procedure. Slightly
turn the chute (2) counterclockwise and pull it out of the inlet. Finally, with
caution, remove from its inside the cone you used.

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USING THE DEVICE
1. Wash if needed the food you are about to process and cut it into pieces. The
size must be suitable for the feeding chute (2). Please remove any cores or hard
peel from the food you are about to process.
2. Install the feeding chute (2) on the main body, and place the cone you want to
use (4 through 8), according to the assembling instructions.
3. Place in front of the outlet a bowl or dish with which you are going to serve the
processed food.
4. Connect the appliance to the power grid.
5. Make sure that the food pusher (3) is not in the feeding tube (2) and insert the
food pieces through the top opening of the feeding chute (2).
6. Switch the appliance on by pressing the on/off button located at the top of the
device and at the same time push gently the food down using the food pusher
(3).
7. When the processing is finished, turn off the appliance by releasing the on/off
button and disconnect it from the power grid.
ATTENTION: Do not insert your fingers or any other object (except the
food pusher) into the feeding chute while the device is connected to the
power grid! If the feeding chute is blocked by food while the device
operates, please disable it by releasing the on/off button, disconnect it
from the power grid and then clean the blocked feeding chute.
CLEANING
•Always clean the device after you complete using it.
•Unplug the device and let it cool down before you clean it.
•Clean the external surface of the main body (1) of the device with a damp cloth
so as no water passes through its slots.
•Do not place the main body of the device (1) in water, nor rinse it under tap
water or any other liquid.
•Wash all detachable parts (food pusher, feeding chute, cones) with warm, soapy
water using a dish cloth. Rinse thoroughly to remove any possible soapy
residue. Do not place the detachable parts (food pusher, feeding chute, blades)
in sterilizing machines.
•Make sure that all parts of the device are completely dry before you use them
again.
•Do not use sharp objects, hard brushes or oven cleaners to clean the device.
•Do not place any part of the device in a dishwasher.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE PRODUCT
Model:
PC101
Ref. No:
894-4101
Output:
Output Power:
150W
Output Voltage:
220-240V
Output Frequency:
50/60Hz
Function speeds:
One speed of function
Features:
- Power 150W.
- 5 blades’ cones for cutting fruit and vegetables capable fit
for: a) thick slicing, b) thin slicing, c) thick shredding, d) thin
shredding and e) grating.
- Modern and ergonomic design.
Accessories:
- Plastic transparent case for cones for their efficient storage.
RECYCLING OF USED ELECTRICAL OR ELECTRONIC APPLIANCES
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other
household wastes throughout EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment
or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to
promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device,
please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the
product was purchased. They can take this product for environmentally safe
recycling.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
The product COMPLIES with EU directives WEEE (about recycling) and ROHS
(Restriction of the use of Certain Hazardous Substance.
GUARANTEED QUALITY
All products are guaranteed for their quality.
ΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΙΕΣ & ΕΠΙΚΟΙΝΩΝΙΑ
For more information please send your email to [e-mail] or contact us on:
2310 476 737.
Notes
This unitmay be submittedto changes inspecifications, characteristics and/oroperation without
prior notice to the user, in order to continue improving and developing its technology.
You can find and download this user manual in Greek and English language in the website of
our company www.vicko.gr