Oliver MODEL 732-R, Instruction Manual

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732-R FRONT LOAD SLICER
0732S20024 6-12
Adjusting The Clearance Between The Blade Frames
WARNING
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE SLICER FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY TYPE OF MAINTENANCE TASK.
Start by removing the bagging scoop and the top and front covers by removing their
screws. The distance between the tops of the blade frames is adjusted by rotating the
eccentric pins located in front of the blade frames. Two wrenches are used to do this.
One wrench is used to keep the eccentric pin from rotating while the second is used to
loosen the lock nut on the end of the pin. This nut secures the pin in position once its
proper location is determined. See the illustration below.
To adjust the eccentric, once the lock nut is loosened, rotate the pin using a wrench,
rotating the pin, (it is possible that both pins will need adjustment at the same time), until
the knives of the machine are in line, (alternating blades should not appear to be in front
of or behind each other when viewed from the side), when the blade frames are half way
through their travel or when the rocker shafts are aligned vertically. A straight edge may
be used from the dull side of the knives to aid in determining if the knives are in line.
When the eccentric pins are in the desired position tighten each of the locknuts to secure
the position of the eccentrics. Check the blade frame clearance by turning the driven
pulley by hand. Two things may happen if the knives are not inline, the blade frames
may hit each other causing a loud knocking noise or the cutting efficiency of the machine
may be greatly reduced. Replace all covers before starting the machine.