Vollrath Instacut 3.5 Series 15000 User manual

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Item No. 2350022-1 Rev 5/10
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Operator’s Manual
InstaCutTM 3.5
Series 15000
InstaCutTM 3.5 W
Series 15000
Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath Food Processing Equipment. Before operating the equipment, read and familiarize yourself with
the following operating and safety instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Save the original box and
packaging. Use this packaging to ship the equipment if repairs are needed.

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Features and Controls
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Figure 1. Features and Controls, Table Top Model.
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Figure 2. Features and Controls, Wall Mount Model.
A GUIDE RODS. Guides and align the pusher head onto the
blade set.
B HANDLE. Used to lower and raise the pusher head block.
C GUIDES. Used for smooth and consistent operation of
pusher head on the guide rods.
D PUSHER HEAD ASSEMBLY. Made up of the pusher head
block (and “T” handle for tabletop models).
saFety PreCautions
To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand
their meaning. This manual contains safety precautions which are
explained below. Please read carefully.
WARNING
Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause
severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the
warning is ignored.
CAUTION
Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can
cause minor personal injury or property damage if the caution is
ignored.
NOTE
Note is used to notify people of installation, operation, or maintenance
information that is important but not hazard-related.
For Your Safety!
These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow
these precautions could result in injury to yourself and others or
damage the equipment.
To reduce risk of injury or damage to the equipment:
Check equipment before each use to insure the equipment is clean.
Check for broken, nicked or dull blades and if found, replace the blade
assembly.
Check to insure that the pusher head sits down completely on the rubber
bumpers.
On tabletop models the suction cups will hold the equipment securely to
smooth surfaces.
Wall mounted equipment must be securely mounted to wall studs. Use
proper size and type hardware to mount equipment to wall.
If necessary, lubricate guide rods using a light coating of mineral oil, Petro
Gel, or food grade lubricant. DO NOT USE COOKING OIL AS IT WILL
BECOME STICKY AND MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE PUSHER
HEAD BEARINGS
FunCtion and PurPose
Intended for cutting, dicing and wedging vegetables and fruits.

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7. Using a strong, quick, downward thrust, force the food product through
the blade assembly.
8. Repeat this process until you have prepared enough food product for
your daily needs.
9. Clean and lubricate your equipment immediately after each use. See the
CLEANING section of this manual for more information.
Cleaning
WARNING
Sharp Blade Hazard.
Blades are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid
injury from sharp blades, handle with caution.
To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your daily.
NOTE:
Food acids will make blades dull and corrode the metal.
Always clean this food preparation equipment immediately
after every use.
1. Remove the pusher head assembly:
Tabletop models. Slide the pusher head (D) off the rod guides (A).
Figure 1.
Wall mount models. Remove the pin (J). Lift the handle (B) and slide
the pusher head (D) off the guide rods (A). Place pin (J) back into the
hole on the handle assembly to prevent its loss. See Figure 2.
2. Raise the bumpers approximately (E) 2” (5.0 cm). See Figures 1 and 2.
3. Loosen the thumbscrew (F) and carefully remove the blade
assembly (H). See Figures 1 and 2.
4. Wipe, rinse or spray off equipment, pusher head and blade assembly
thoroughly with HOT water.
5. Do not wipe across the blades or use scrub pads on this equipment.
Wiping across the sharp edge of the blade can cause injury and will dull
the blades.
6. The cutting blade assembly is best cleaned by forcing water under
pressure through the blades from the unsharpened side. If necessary,
use a nylon bristle cleaning brush to push food particles out from the
unsharpened side of the cutting blade assembly.
7. Do not put this equipment in a dishwasher or dish machine with soaps,
detergents, or other alkaline chemicals that can harm the equipment.
8. After cleaning, let the equipment air dry.
9. Install the cutting blade assembly by inserting the tab on the blade holder
into the groove in the base, then lowering the blade holder into the
seated and ush position in the base. Tighten the thumbscrew (F).
10. Lubricate the guide bar with mineral oil or Petro Gel after each use.
Do not use cooking oil as it will become sticky and may permanently
damage the equipment.
11. Slide the bumpers (E) into place.
12. Install the pusher head assembly:
Tabletop models. Slide the pusher head (D) onto the rod guides (A).
Figure 1.
Wall mount models. Remove the pin (J) from its storage location on the
handle assembly. Lift handle (B) and slide the pusher head (D) on the
guide rods (A). Place pin back into the hole through the handle assembly
and the pusher head. See Figure 2.
E BUMPERS. Cushions the stop of the pusher head.
F THUMBSCREW. Used to secure the pusher head block or the
blade assembly.
G PUSHER HEAD BOCK. Pushes the food product through the
blade set. Specically sized to match the corresponding blade
assembly.
H BLADE ASSEMBLY. Houses the blades. Specically sized to
match the corresponding pusher head block.
I BASE ASSEMBLY. Holds the guide rods and blade assembly.
J LOCKING PIN. Secures the pusher head to the handle on wall
mount models.
unPaCking the equiPment and initial setuP
Carefully remove crating or packaging materials from the equipment. When
no longer needed, dispose of all packaging ,materials in an environmentally
responsible manner.
Installing the wall mounted model:
1. Use four (4) 1/4” screws of a suitable length to secure the base to the
wall. Install screws into studs. If this is not possible, use proper anchors
and screws to secure base .
oPeration
WARNING
Sharp Blade Hazard.
Blades are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid
injury from sharp blades, handle with caution.
Prior to rst use, it is important to clean the equipment. Wash new blades
with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly to remove the thin protective oil
lm.
1. Before each use, check that the equipment is clean and the blades are
in good condition. If loose or broken blades are found, blades must be
serviced.
2. Before each use, always check for proper blade alignment. Slowly set
the pusher head (D) onto the blade assembly. See Figures 1 and 2. They
should slide together with no obstructions. If there are obstructions, verify
they are a matching set. Rremove the obstruction.
3. Verify that the blade assembly and pusher head assembly are the
desired size.
4. Prepare the food product to be processed. The maximum size of the food
product is 3-1/2” (8.9 cm) in diameter.
5. Lift the handle (B) and place the food on the blade assembly with the at
side down.
6. Remove hand from the blade assembly area and place that hand on the
leg of the base on table top equipment, or on the wall for wall mounted
models.

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Preventative maintenanCe
1. Clean the equipment after every use.
2. Use for intended purposes only.
3. Change the blades regularly - based on usage.
rePlaCing Blade assemBly
WARNING
Sharp Blade Hazard.
Blades are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid
injury from sharp blades, handle with caution.
Wash new blades with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly to remove the
thin protective oil lm. Keep the sharp edge away from you when handling
blades.
1. Familiarize yourself with the parts diagram for your equipment.
2. Remove the pusher head assembly:
Tabletop models. Slide the pusher head (D) off the rod guides (A).
Figure 1.
Wall mount models. Remove the pin (J). Lift handle (B) and slide the
pusher head (D) off the guide rods (A). Place pin back into the hole on the
handle assembly to prevent loss. See Figure 2.
trouBleshooting
If the equipment no longer processes food cleanly or without damage to the food product, the blades could be dull and be in need of replacement. Broken, bent,
or nicked blades must be replaced.
Problem It might be caused by Course of Action
Broken Blade. Blades were dull. Pre-score whenever possible to avoid undue shock and stress to blades.
Replace the blade assembly.
serviCe and rePair
Please contact the qualied professional repair service listed below.
VOLLRATH Induction Repair Service • 1-800-825-6036 (USA) or www.vollrathco.com
When contacting the Authorized Professional Service Center, please be ready with the model number, serial number, and proof of purchase showing the date
the equipment was purchased.
3. Raise the bumpers approximately (E) 2” (5.0 cm). See Figures 1
and 2.
4. Loosen thumbscrew (F) and carefully remove the blade assembly (H).
Remove the cutting blade assembly (H) by pressing upwards on the
bottom of the side of the blade holder, where the thumbscrew (F) is
located. Discard the old blade assembly.
5. Install the new cutting blade assembly (H) by inserting the tab on
the blade holder into the groove in the base, then lowering the blade
holder into the seated and ush position in the base. Tighten the
thumbscrew (F).
6. Slide bumpers (E) down guide rods (A) to contact base assembly (I).
Position pusher head (D) assembly onto the guide rods (A), slowly
lower pusher head assembly (D), and check pusher head block to
blade alignment.
7. Lubricate the guide bar with mineral oil or Petro Gel after each use.
Do not use cooking oil as it will become sticky and may permanently
damage the equipment.

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LETTER PART
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
K 353 Lock Nut 5/16” x 18 UNC
L379034 Thumbscrew, 1/4-20 x .875” (before 8/2008)
371090 Thumbscrew, 1/4-20 x .750” (after 8/2008)
M
15065 Blade, 4 Section Wedge
15067 Blade, 6 Section Wedge
15068 Blade, 8 Section Wedge
15069 Blade, 10 Section Wedge
15070 Blade, 12 Section Wedge
15071 Blade, 6 Section Corer
15072 Blade, 8 Section Corer
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15062 1/4” Dice
15063 3/8” Dice
15064 1/2” Dice
15086 1/4” & 1/2” Dice
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LETTER PART
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
A 071 Screw, Hex Head Stainless
B 2319 Black Rubber Foot, Screw On
(sold individually)
C 379001 Base (includes Guide Rods)
D 379005 Pusher Head Casting (includes Bearings)
E379007 Pusher Head Block, 3/8” Cut
379008 Pusher Head Block, 1/4” & 1/2” Cut
F 379009 Bumper
G 379015 Suction Foot
H 379031 Guide Rod, 3/8” Diameter
I379034 Thumbscrew, 1/4-20 x .875” (before 8/2008)
2014004 Thumbscrew, 1/4-20 x 1.0” (after 8/2008)
J
379038 Pusher Head for 4-8 Section Wedger
379039 Pusher Head for 6-12 Section Wedger
379040 Pusher Head for 5-10 Section Wedger
379041 Pusher Head for 4-8 Section Corer
379061 Pusher Head for 6-12 Section Corer
A
C
G
H
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F
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B
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LETTER PART
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
A 353 Lock Nut
B 4411 Pull Pin w/ Ring 1 1/4” Long
C379007 Pusher Head Block, 3/8”
379008 Pusher Head Block, 1/4” & 1/2”
D 379009 Rubber Bumper, 3/8” I.D.
E 379033 Blade Holder
F 379025 Screw, Shoulder
G 379027 Handle Link
H 379030 Base
I 379031 Guide Rod
J 379032 Pusher Head Casting w/ Bearings
K379034 Thumbscrew 1/4-20 x .875” (before 8/2008)
371090 Thumbscrew 1/4-20 x .750” (after 8/2008)
L
379038 Pusher Head 4-8 Section Wedger
379039 Pusher Head 6-12 Section Wedger
379040 Pusher Head 5-10 Section Wedger
379041 Pusher Head 4-8 Section Corer
379061 Pusher Head 6 Section Corer
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LETTER PART
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
M 379046 Nutblock, Hex
N 379052 D-Handle, Rubber Coated
O
15073 Blade, 4 Section Wedge
15074 Blade, 5 Section Wedge
15075 Blade, 6 Section Wedge
15076 Blade, 8 Section Wedge
15077 Blade, 10 Section Wedge
15078 Blade, 12 Section Wedge
15079 Blade, 6 Section Core
15080 Blade, 8 Section Core
P
15081 1/4” Dice
15082 3/8” Dice
15083 1/2” Dice
15084 1/4” x 1/2” Dice
Not Shown 379006 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1” Long
Not Shown 379016 Screw 6-32
Not Shown 379045 Shoulder Slot Screw

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Warranty statement For the vollrath Co. l.l.C.
The Vollrath Company LLC warrants the products it manufactures and distributes against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year, except as specically
provided below. The warranty runs 12 months from the date of original installation. (End user receipt)
1. Refrigeration compressors – The warranty period is 5 years.
2. Replacement parts – The warranty period is 90 days.
3. Fry pans and coated cookware – The warranty period is 90 days
4. EverTite™ Riveting System – The warranty covers loose rivets
only, forever.
5. Cayenne® Heat Strips – The warranty period is 1 year plus an
additional 1 year period on heating element parts only.
6. Ultra and Professional Induction Ranges – The warranty period
is 2 years.
7. Mirage and Commercial Induction ranges - The warranty period
is 1 year.
8. ServeWell® Induction Workstations – The warranty period is one
year on the workstation table and 2 years on induction hobs.
9. Slicers – The warranty period is 10 years on gears and 5 years
on belts.
10. Mixers – The warranty period is 2 years.
11. Extended warranties are available at the time of sale.
12. Boxer Mixers – 1 Year exchange Warranty.
13. Vollrath – Redco products – The warranty period is 2 years.
14. Optio / Arkadia product lines – The warranty period is 90 days.
15. All non-stick products (i.e. fry pans and surfaces) are 90 days for
the non stick surfaces.
All products in the Jacob’s Pride® collection, including
the following, have a lifetime warranty:
• NSF Certied One-Piece Dishers
• NSF Certied Spoodle® Utensils
• NSF Certied Heavy-Duty Spoons with
Ergonomic Handle
• NSF Certied Heavy-Duty Basting Spoons
• Heavy duty Turners with Ergonomic handle
• One-Piece Tongs*
• Heavy-Duty One-Piece Ladles*
• Nylon Handle Whips
• One-Piece Skimmers
• Tribute®, Intrigue®, and Classic Select®
Cookware*
*Jacob’s Pride® warranty does not cover Kool-Touch®,
non stick coatings and silicone handles.
Items sold having no warranty:
• Meat Grinder Knives
• Light Bulbs in Convection Ovens and Hot
Food Merchandiser
• Oven Door Seals
• Oven Door Glass
• Hot Food Merchandisers / Display Case
Glass
• Calibration and set up of gas equipment
• Slicer / Dicer blades (table top food prep)
– Redco and Vollrath
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MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
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defective product or part without charge, except as otherwise provided below:
• For refrigeration compressors and the second year of the warranty on Cayenne® Heat Strips and mixers, The Vollrath Company LLC will provide the repaired
or replacement part only; and the buyer will be responsible for all labor charges incurred in performing the repair or replacement.
• To obtain warranty service, the buyer will be responsible to return to The Vollrath Company LLC any product (other than gas equipment that is permanently
installed) weighing less than 110 lbs. or located outside of a 50-mile radius of a certied technician designated by The Vollrath Company LLC to perform
warranty repairs. If a Vollrath Technician cannot be contacted check the website for service contact points. (Please refer to the Product Catalogue for weights
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required, neglect, improper use, installation or operation contrary to installation and operating instructions or other causes not arising out of defects in materi-
als or workmanship. At the buyer’s request, The Vollrath Company LLC will repair and or replace such products at a reasonable cost.
• No remedy will be available for slicers where blade has not been sharpened (Refer to owner’s manual for sharpening instructions)
• No remedy will be available for mixers damaged by changing gears while unit is running or overloading, in either case as determined by a Vollrath Certied
Technician
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ranty claim procedures.
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Warranty Procedure
On all warranty calls, the following process and information is required:
• All warranty claims will start with a call to Vollrath Technical Service support line.(800-628-0832).
• A technical support professional will work to diagnose the issues, and provide the details for the service solution.
• Name and phone number of person calling
• Business name, street address, city, state and zip
• Model and serial number
• Date of purchase and proof of purchase (Receipt)
• Name of dealer where unit was purchased
NOTE: Vollrath will not accept products sent without the proper procedure being followed.
Important:
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