Serial #: Model GC512 Instruction Manual for Chefmate Slicer Model GC512 For Service on Your Slicer 1. Visit our website at www.globeslicers.com (select the Support / Parts drop down). 2. Or call the Globe service department at 937-297-7247 and ask for contact information for your local service company. Visit our website for information on additional products available from Globe. www.globeslicers.
Index ATTENTION OWNERS AND OPERATORS....................................................................................................... 3 KEY COMPONENTS OF THE SLICER ............................................................................................................. 4 CHEFMATE SLICER SAFETY TIPS .................................................................................................................. 5 INSTALLATION .......................................................................
Attention Owners and Operators Globe’s equipment is designed to provide safe and productive processing of food products as long as the equipment is used in accordance with the instructions in this manual and is properly maintained. Importantly, unless the operator is adequately trained and supervised, there is a possibility of serious injury.
Key Components of the Slicer Endweight Knife Cover Food Chute Sharpener Food Chute Handle Knife Cover Release Knob Food Chute Release Knob Slice Deflector Slice Thickness Dial Slicer Table Knife Motor Indicator Light Removable Receiving Tray On/Off Switch Feet Page 4
Chefmate Slicer Safety Tips SHARP KNIFE BLADE TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY: • NEVER touch this slicer without training and authorization from your supervisor or if you are under 18 years old. Read this instruction manual first. • ONLY install the slicer on a level nonskid surface that is nonflammable and is located in a clean, well-lighted work area away from children and visitors. • ALWAYS ground slicer utilizing proper power source. • NEVER TOUCH KNIFE.
Installation UNPACKING 1. Unpack the slicer immediately after receipt. If the machine is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within fifteen (15) days of delivery. Immediately contact your source of the equipment. You have no recourse to damage after fifteen (15) days. 2. You should receive with the slicer, rubber feet, warranty card, and an instruction manual. Contact Globe or your local supplier if you did not receive all of these materials.
Installation THIS MACHINE IS PROVIDED WITH A THREE-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG. THE OUTLET TO WHICH THIS PLUG IS CONNECTED MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF THE RECEPTACLE IS NOT THE PROPER GROUNDING TYPE, CONTACT AN ELECTRICIAN. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD OR USE ANY ADAPTER PLUG (Fig. 7-1 and Fig. 7-2). 5. Inspect the slicer to ensure all parts have been provided. 6. Make sure the knife cover and sharpener are in place. 7.
Operating Instructions SHARP KNIFE BLADE TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY: • NEVER touch this slicer without training and authorization from your supervisor or if you are under 18 years old. Read this instruction manual first. • NEVER OPERATE slicer without knife cover and knife ring guard securely installed. Keep hands and arms away from all moving parts. • ONLY USE FOOD CHUTE HANDLE to push the food chute during manual slicing.
Cleaning SHARP KNIFE BLADE TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY: • BEFORE CLEANING, SHARPENING, SERVICING, OR REMOVING ANY PARTS, always turn slicer off, turn the slice thickness dial clockwise until it stops, remove food chute, and unplug power cord. • NEVER attempt to clean slicer with the knife running. • NEVER attempt to remove the knife or knife ring guard from the slicer. They must remain on the slicer for proper operation, sharpening, and cleaning.
Cleaning 4. Remove the product receiving tray from the base of the slicer for cleaning. BE ALERT. The next steps will expose the knife. 5. Remove the knife cover by rotating the knife cover release knob counterclockwise until it releases (Fig. 10-1). While holding the knobs on the knife cover, carefully lift the knife cover upward to remove. NOTE: The slicer will not start with the knife cover removed. 6. Take the food chute, knife cover, and receiving tray back to a three compartment sink.
Knife Sharpening SHARP KNIFE BLADE TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY: • NEVER touch rotating knife. • ALWAYS keep hands clear of all moving parts. • ALWAYS turn slicer off and turn slice thickness dial clockwise until it stops, and remove food chute before sharpening. • NEVER sharpen slicer unless all guards are installed. WHEN AND HOW OFTEN TO SHARPEN THE KNIFE 1. Symptoms of a dull knife are excess waste/or a “tail” on the unsliced portion remaining in the food chute. 2.
Knife Sharpening 6. With the sharpening stones centered over the knife, press down on the sharpener (Fig. 12-1) and while holding it down, lock it into place by retightening the sharpener release knob. SHARPENING THE KNIFE - (Regular Procedure) 1. Start the slicer. 2. Push the grinding stone button #1 (Fig. 12-2) and pull the honing stone button #2 (Fig. 12-2) at the same time so both stones make contact with the knife. Maintain pressure on the buttons for 5-10 seconds.
Simple Maintenance and Repair SHARP KNIFE BLADE TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY: • ALWAYS turn off slicer and unplug slicer before servicing. • NEVER touch this slicer without training and authorization from your supervisor. • ALWAYS keep hands clear of rotating knife and moving parts. • DO NOT tamper with, bypass, or remove any safety devices, guards, or switches. • ALWAYS turn off slicer and turn slice thickness dial completely clockwise after each use.
Simple Maintenance and Repair DO NOT USE VEGETABLE OIL TO LUBRICATE SLICER. VEGETABLE OIL WILL DAMAGE THE SLICER! Sharpener Shafts It is necessary to lubricate the sharpener shafts with Globe oil weekly. 1. Loosen the sharpener release knob. 2. Push the sharpener forward and apply oil to the main shaft that the sharpener moves on (Fig. 14-1). Main Shaft 3. Move the sharpener back and forth to distribute the oil. Figure 14-1 4. Remove the front cover of the sharpener by unscrewing the knob (Fig.
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM Slicer will not start CAUSE SOLUTION Slicer not plugged in Plug in slicer Switch off Turn switch on Knife cover removed or not properly installed Install knife cover and tighten the knife cover release knob Dull knife Sharpen knife-make sure knife and stones are clean Chipped knife Sharpen or have new knife installed Knife-slicer table gap too wide Call for service to adjust slicer table Knife too small Have a new knife installed Knife cover Tighten knife cove
Limited Slicer Warranty Globe Food Equipment Company (“GFE”) warrants to the original purchaser of new equipment that said equipment, when installed in accordance with our instructions within North America and subjected to normal use, is free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of 1 year from installation or 18 months from actual shipment date, whichever date occurs first. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.
