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Maintenance
CLEANING
Always turn the machine off before proceeding with its cleaning. To do this, deactivate the auxiliary fuse board
switch and turn off the main operating switch. If possible, disconnect the machine from the power source
as well. The machine should be cleaned daily, both before and after its use. Given the easy access to all its
components, the unit is simple to clean using just warm water and a mild detergent. Never use bleach nor
any abrasive cleaners which could damage the stainless steel or other materials. Never use steam or a high
pressure jet of water to clean the cutter/chopper; avoid getting water in the interior of the machine, especially
through or around any electrical components. After every operating session, use a brush to carefully clean
the bowl, the knife shaft, and the interior part of the knife lid, as well as the plastic cover, the hinge of the lid,
and the lid holding screws if necessary. Do not put your hands near the cutting edge of the knives without
using adequate protection (gloves made of reinforced metal fiber). The knife head can be removed in one
piece (Fig. 5) in order to clean it under running water; take care not to drop the knife head assemblage on the
floor or on your feet. Do not wash the knives in water hotter than 60°C or colder than 10°C. Do not wash the
knives immediately after using the machine since a brusque change in temperature could cause internal micro
fissures or deformations. It is extremely important to keep the surfaces holding the knives and separation rings
clean to avoid build-up of mixture residues. Such a build-up could create areas which bear more pressure than
others, possibly causing micro fissures that could damage or break the knife. To clean the machine manually,
always use appropriate safety equipment (latex gloves, plastic aprons, etc.). Always rinse the machine
thoroughly after using any kind of detergent or disinfectant and be sure to follow the manufacturers’ instructions
when using cleaning products. We recommend using the following products:
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Neutral detergent/degreaser pH 7. Due to its neutral pH, no special precautions are necessary. Rinse
thoroughly.
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Detergent/degreaser for manual cleaning. Use appropriate precautions and safety gear. Rinse thoroughly.
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Alkaline detergent with disinfectant and anti-corrosive components. Use appropriate precautions and safety
gear. Rinse thoroughly.
• Disinfectant based on quaternary ammonium salts. Use appropriate precautions and safety gear. Rinse
thoroughly.
Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations carefully when using these or any other products.
Except for daily cleaning, the only maintenance required by the chopper is the changing of the transmission
belts after every 2,500 hours of operation. All mechanical or electrical repairs should be undertaken only by a
qualified specialist with proper training for the work required. After replacing the transmission belt, be sure to
position the turnbuckle roller parallel to the belt, tightening the nut which attaches the roller to its base securely.
If the electrical cord becomes damaged, have it replaced immediately with a cord of identical technical
characteristics (your local distributor can supply you with one).
DISMANTLING THE CUTTING HEAD
REMOVING THE WHOLE HEAD
In order to proceed with the cleaning or replacement of the cutting head while maintaining the settings of the
existing knives, the cutting head can be removed in one piece. Proceed as follows:
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Disconnect the machine by turning off the main switch; for added safety, turn off the isolating switch in the
