I N S T R U C T I O N S MODEL 5801 MEAT SAW MODEL 5801 ML-38674 EXECUTIVE OFFICES 701 RIDGE AVENUE TROY, OHIO 45374-0001 FORM 16322 Rev.
Installation, Operation, and Care of MODEL 5801 MEAT SAW SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL The 5801 Meat Saw is rugged, durable, and easy to clean. The saw is equipped with a water resistant 3 HP electric motor and direct gear drive transmission that provides a blade speed of 3500 feet per minute. The carriage (Fig.1) has stainless steel ball bearings providing easy travel and dependability. The shaped front edge of the carriage is comfortable to the operator's body even when leaned on during movement.
INSTALLATION UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY Immediately after unpacking the meat saw, check for possible shipping damage. If the meat saw is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery. Prior to installation, test the electrical service to make sure it agrees with the specifications on the machine data plate located on the column. Packed in a packet attached to the table compartment are the pusher plate and the gauge plate handle.
UPPER PULLEY COVER (Plastic - Standard) The plastic upper pulley cover (Fig. 5) should be installed on the two hinge-retainers at the top and securely latched at the bottom during use. To remove the plastic upper pulley cover for cleaning, release the latch at the bottom and remove from the hinge-retainers at the top. UPPER PULLEY COVER (Stainless Steel - Optional) The stainless steel upper pulley cover (Fig.
UPPER AND LOWER PULLEYS The upper and lower pulleys are assembled on the upper and lower pulley shafts; the latch on each pulley should be seated in the groove of the pulley shaft (Fig. 7). Pulleys can be removed after the blade has first been loosened and removed. Upper and lower pulleys are interchangeable. COLUMN GUARD The column guard (Fig. 5) covers the return loop of the moving blade and must always be in place during sawing.
CARRIAGE In use, the carriage can roll back and forth between the left carriage stop (Fig. 9) and the right carriage stop, assuming the spring loaded carriage lock (Fig. 5) has not locked the carriage in a stationary position. To remove the carriage, turn either of the carriage stops 90 degrees so the bumper is toward the rear (Fig. 10). Roll the carriage off either end while lifting it free of the carriage support structure (Fig. 9).
REMOVING THE BLADE Remove the upper and lower pulley covers. Raise the gauge plate to its vertical position. Remove the right table by lifting its right side and sliding the table to the right to free it from the locating pins. Remove the column guard. Turn the tension adjuster counterclockwise until it stops (this will release tension on the blade by raising the lower pulley). Raise the plastic blade guide on the lower blade guide assembly and release the blade from the upper and lower blade guides.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE APPLICABLE PORTIONS OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES. WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH INDICATING THE CIRCUIT IS BEING WORKED ON.
OPERATION SAFETY DEVICES INCORPORATED IN THIS SAW MUST BE IN THEIR CORRECT OPERATING POSITIONS ANYTIME THE SAW IS IN USE. SAFETY FEATURES Upper Guide and Guard Assembly Before turning the saw on, raise or lower the upper guide and guard assembly by grasping the hand knob and sliding up or down so the cutting zone is only as high as necessary for the piece being cut. Doors, Covers, and Guards All doors, covers, and guards must be in their operating position (closed) while the machine is running.
GAUGE PLATE When making several cuts of the same thickness (or when using the pusher plate), set the gauge plate as desired (Fig. 13) by pushing the lock lever and sliding the gauge plate to the thickness you want. A reference scale on the table indicates the thickness of cut. If the gauge plate is not needed, you may release the lock lever and move the gauge plate to the rear; or raise the gauge plate to a vertical position to keep it out of the way.
CLEANING AND SANITIZING WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH INDICATING THE CIRCUIT IS BEING WORKED ON BEFORE CLEANING THIS MACHINE. The saw must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized: Before first use; After each day's operation; Anytime it is not to be used for an extended period of time; or Before being put into operation after an extended downtime.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH INDICATING THE CIRCUIT IS BEING WORKED ON. LUBRICATION The motor has permanently lubricated ball bearings and requires no additional lubrication. The slide bar for the upper guide and guard assembly also requires no lubrication. Occasionally, you should apply a small amount of mineral oil to the six ball bearing rollers underneath the carriage.
