Schmid & Wezel
D75433 Maulbronn,
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6. Cleaning and maintenance
6.1 Daily cleaning at shift end
For disruption-free operation, ensure that the
hook cutter is always kept clean. Disinfect tool
before cleaning it.
Always comply with the relevant safety and
hygiene requirements (DIN EN 1672)!
Ensure that disinfectants are not brought into
contact with food, whether directly or indirectly.
Rinse tool thoroughly with water to remove all
disinfectant.
6.1.1 Disinfection
During operation, disinfect the cutter after each
cut with hot water (82 °C).
6.1.2 Cleaning
After each shift, clean the cutter with a brush and
cloth, using warm water (40 - 55 °C)
. To remove
persistent or encrusted dirt, soak it in warm
water. Apply detergent, possibly in the form of
foam, on the affected area and let soak for 15 to
20 minutes. Wash with warm water.
Recommended cleaning agents
Diversey Lever Tego 2000:
surface-active disinfectant
Diversey Lever GmbH
Mallaufstr. 50-56, 68219 Mannheim, Germany
P3-topax 91:
surface-active disinfectant
Henkel-Ecolab Deutschland GmbH
Postfach 13 04 06, 40554 Düsseldorf, Germany
For a cleaning schedule and detailed instructions,
contact the above suppliers.
The detergents listed above are recommended
products. If you wish to use another product, you
are obliged to test it as regards suitability and
Before carrying out any cleaning
or maintenance work, disconnect
the cutter from the power supply!
Do not use aggressive
detergents! Do not clean with
steam or high-pressure water
jet! Do not immerse cutter in
water!
compliance with the applicable hygiene
regulations.
6.1.3 Lubricants and hydraulic fluid
The lubricant and the hydraulic fluid must meet
the requirements of the relevant regulations (DIN
1672) as regards suitability for use in food
processing.
Recommended lubricant
Klübersynth UH1 14-222 (1 kg special grease, in
tin)
Quality: H1 approved
Order no. 001 365 621
Recommended hydraulic fluid
Shell Risella D15 (ISO VG 10 - ISO VG 68
according to DIN 51519)
Quality: H1 approved
Order no. 001 365 614
6.2 Daily servicing of hook cutter
6.2.1 Lubrication
After cleaning, apply little EFA special grease onto
the sliding surfaces, hinges and blades.
6.2.2 Blade play
Regularly inspect blade play. In order to prevent
breakage, the blades must be adjusted so that
they move easily without excessive play. If the
self-locking mechanism of the hexagon nut is not
working properly, immediately replace the nut.
See also chapter 4.1 "Replacement of blade"
(page 6).
6.3 Overhaul Service
(after abt. 100 operating hours)
6.3.1 Hydraulic unit
Regularly inspect oil fluid filling level and refill
fluid, if necessary. For detailed instructions, see
separate operating manual of the hydraulic unit.
The hydraulic fluid is classified as a hazardous
substance and must be handled and disposed of
Food-grade hydraulic fluid.
H1 approved! Prevent
contamination! Use filling funnel
with fine-mesh screen
(mesh size approx. 0.4 mm).
