Serial #: Model GC512 2010 Instruction Manual for Chefmate™ Slicer Model GC512 For Service on Your Slicer 1. Visit our website at www.globefoodequip.com 2. Or call the Globe service department at 937-299-8625 and ask for contact information for your local service company. - IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE This manual contains important safety instructions which must be strictly followed when using this equipment. Visit our website for information on additional products available from Globe. www.globefoodequip.
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 years of 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. Owners of this equipment bear the responsibility to make certain that this equipment is used properly and safely.
Key Components of the Slicer Food Chute Slide Rod Sharpener Cover Knife Cover End Weight Food Chute Sharpener Warning Label Food Chute Handle Knife Cover Release Knob Food Chute Release Knob Slice Thickness Dial Slice Deflector Slicer Table Knife Motor Indicator Light Removable Receiving Tray Feet Page 4 On/Off Switch
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 and immediately contact your source of the equipment. You have no recourse for damage after fifteen (15) days of receipt. 2. With the slicer you should receive a bottle of Globe oil, a wall chart, and an instruction manual. Contact Globe, or your local supplier, if you did not receive all of these items.
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). 9. Inspect the slicer to make sure all parts have been provided. 10. Make sure the knife cover and sharpener are in place. 11.
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, knife sharpener, 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 & Sanitizing SHARP KNIFE BLADE TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SLICER OPERATOR AND YOUR CUSTOMERS: • BEFORE CLEANING, SHARPENING, SERVICING OR REMOVING ANY PARTS, always turn slicer off, turn the slice thickness dial clockwise until it stops, and unplug the 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 & Sanitizing DISASSEMBLY & CLEANING 1. Turn the slicer off, turn the slice thickness dial clockwise until it stops so the table covers the knife’s edge, and unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the end weight and slide rod. Unscrew the slide rod (Fig. 10-1) from the base of the food chute releasing the end weight and slide rod. 3. Remove the food chute by rotating the food chute release knob (Fig 10-2) ONLY two turns counterclockwise. Lift the food chute straight up off the support arm (Fig. 10-3).
Cleaning & Sanitizing 9. Next, clean the knife. Soak a clean cloth in a mild detergent and warm water solution. Ring out excess water from cloth. Carefully insert the cloth between the knife and the knife ring guard (Fig. 11-1). While holding the cloth between the knife and the knife ring guard, work it along the entire backside of the knife. Repeat this procedure as necessary. A nylon brush can also be used, if preferred. Spray sanitizer on all surfaces and let air dry. 10.
INSPECTION INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING, INSPECT THE SLICER FOR DAMAGED OR BROKEN PARTS INCLUDING GASKETS & SEALS. A thorough visual inspection should be made of the entire slicer and its parts. Globe urges the owner/ operator to inspect all components often and for an authorized service agent to inspect the entire slicer at least every 6 months, including all parts that are detachable for cleaning and sanitizing.
Knife Sharpening PREPARING TO SHARPEN To prevent illness or death caused by the spread of food-borne pathogens, it is important to properly clean and sanitize the entire slicer as any surface of the slicer can become contaminated. It is the responsibility of the slicer owner/operator to follow all guidelines, instructions and laws as established by your local and state health departments and the manufacturers of chemical sanitizer.
Knife Sharpening SHARPENING THE KNIFE - Regular Procedure 1. Start the slicer. 2. Push the grinding stone button #1 (Fig. 14-1) and pull the honing stone button #2 (Fig. 14-1) at the same time so both stones make contact with the knife. Maintain pressure on the buttons for 5-10 seconds. TURN SLICER OFF before inspecting. #2 #1 SHARPENING THE KNIFE - Extended Procedure Figure 14-1 NOTE: Use the extended procedure if the regular sharpening procedure does not produce satisfactory results. 1.
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. 16-1). Main Shaft 3. Move the sharpener back and forth to distribute the oil. Figure 16-1 4. Remove the front cover of the sharpener by unscrewing the knob (Fig.
Troubleshooting Guide ISSUE Slicer will not start. Ragged cuts-poor yield. Metal rubbing knife. 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.
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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 date or factory shipment date (not to exceed 18 months) whichever date occurs first. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.
