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RECEIVING & SETUP
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TORTILLA PRESS.
INSPECTION
Inspect your box and machine for hidden shipping damage. Contact the
delivery company immediately, should you find damage.
PLATEN SURFACE
Slight surface imperfections are a normal part of the aluminum casting
process for the platens on your press. These are not considered a defect
and do not affect the functionality of the machine in any way.
SHIPPING OR RETURNS
NOTE:
Save all of your shipping/packing materials.
DO NOT RISK COSTLY SHIPPING DAMAGE!
SHIP ONLY IN ORIGINAL BOX.
1. Fasten machine to plywood shipping base with bolts provided.
2. Make sure handle is pressed down so that the heat platen will not swing
around during shipment.
3. Place in original box, and put side liner and top liner in place. Fold in
flaps and seal the box.
*Additional bottom boards, box and liners may be obtained from your
supplier for a nominal cost.
INSTALLATION
1. Lift press from box and place on cart or counter top.
2. Remove plywood shipping base from press.
CAUTION
: Heavy lifting can cause injury. We recommend two person
lifting or use of a mechanical aid when handling this press.
Remember to always maintain natural curves of back and
bend knees to lift.
3. Plug the cord of the press into a correctly grounded electrical outlet. The
correct voltage is indicated on the identification tag of the press.
4. Remove wrap from handle and platens.
WARNING:
When using an extension cord, use 12 or 14 ga.-3
conductor. Maximum length, 25’ (7.62 m).
This machine is designed in accordance with the NSF-8 sanitation standard
to be sealed to the countertop to prevent the harborage of vermin and
the accumulation of dirt and debris. To comply with this standard the end
customer must seal around the perimeter of the base of the machine to the
countertop with a food grade RTV silicone sealant that is certified to the
NSF/ANSI 51 standard such as Dow Corning #732 Multipurpose Sealant.
