BIRO AFMG-48-II, Operating And Service Manual

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10. Two sets of green and red pushbuttons are located on the front of the machine that activate the magnetic
contactors that control the mix and grind motors. The magnetic interlock switch is mounted in the pushbutton
box. It lines up with the magnet attached to the product mixer safety cover. When the safety cover is raised the
machine will stop operation.
11. Push the green start button for grind. CHECK THE ROTATION OF THE AUGER DRIVE SHAFT; ROTATION
MUST BE COUNTER-CLOCKWISE as indicated by the rotation decal affixed to the grinding bowl. ROTATION
MUST ONLY BE CHECKED WITH THE GRINDING AUGER REMOVED , otherwise serious irreparable damage
may occur to grinding components.
12. Push the green start button for mix. CHECK ROTATION OF THE MIXING PADDLE; ROTATION MUST BE
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE as indicated by the rotation decal located on the paddle front mounting hub.
Backwards operation will not allow mixing paddle to feed product to the grinding auger.
13. If machine runs clockwise (backwards), it must be rewired to correct rotation, otherwise serious irreparable
damage may occur to grinding components. Both the auger and the mixing paddle must operate in the same
direction.
14. Check operation of optional footswitch if equipped. Plug footswitch cord into fitting at the bottom of the
pushbutton control box. Move toggle selector to foot. The machine will operate with pressure on the footswitch
treadle. Releasing the treadle stops the machine. The footswitch operates the mix and grind together.
15. Insert auger assembly into grinding bowl, place knife (sharp edges out) onto the square end of the auger
assembly. The breaker plate slides over the worm knife drive pin, and is held from rotating by pins in the grinding
bowl. Install the retaining ring.
ONLY HAND TIGHTEN RETAINING RING
For best results, use knife and plate as a set. Do not operate machine for any period of time without product
in the grinding bowl. This will cause heating and dulling of the knife and plate.
16. Check placement of all warning labels and Manual. Machine is now ready for trained operators to process
product.
17. Use meat deflector attached to grinding bowl to eliminate meat splatter.
18. Contact your local Distributor or BIRO directly if you have any questions or problems with the installation or
operation of this machine.
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