German Knife GS-10LD Caractéristiques techniques
OWNER & OPERATOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
For service contact:
German Knife Inc.
1-800-500-3519
www.turboairinc.com
Model No.
GS-10LD
GS-12LD
www.turboairinc.com
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
To ensure safe and trouble free performance of you new
German knife slicer, we suggest that all personnel who will
use and maintain the slicer read and understand the manual
before operating the equipment. Should there be any
questions or if we can be of further assistance, please call us
toll free at (800) 500-3519.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Attention-Warning-Caution
Components of the Slicer
GS Series Slicer Safety Tips
Installation
Operation
Cleaning
Knife Sharpening
Belt Changing
Simple Maintenance
Troubleshooting Guide
Warranty Information
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11 - 12
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14 - 15
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German Knife Industries
4184 E. Conant St., Long Beach, CA 90808
Phone : 800-500-3519
Fax : 310-900-1066
www.turboairinc.com
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ATTENTION OWNERS AND OPERATORS
German Knife’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. 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, strictly following all the instructions
contained in this manual and the requirements of local, state or federal law.
Supervisor should not permit anyone to touch this equipment unless they are at least 18 years
old, are adequately trained and supervised, and have read and understood this manual. Super-
visors should also ensure that no customers, visitors or other unauthorized personnel come in
contact with this equipment. Please remember that German Knife cannot anticipate every
circumstance or environment in which its equipment will be operated. It is the responsibility of
the owner and the operator to remain alert to any hazards posed by the function of this equip-
ment - particularly the sharp knife and all moving parts. If you are uncertain about a particular
task or the proper method of operating this equipment, ask your supervisor.
This manual contains a Safety Tips Section listing a number of precautions to follow to help
promote safe use of this equipment. Throughout the manual you will see additional warnings to
help alert you to potential hazards.
Warning affecting your personal safety are indicated by :
Warning related to possible damage to the equipment are indicated by :
Make certain that the manual and GS Series safety tips card are available for easy reference by
an operator. German Knife has put a warning label in the English language on its slicers.
Please remember that this manual, the wall chart, or the warning do not replace the need to be
alert, to properly train and supervise operators, and to use common sense when using this
equipment.
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CAUTION
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KEY COMPONENT OF GERMAN KNIFE SLICER
GS-12LD Slicer
GS-10LD Slicer
Sharpener
Sharpener
Knife Cover
Knife
Cover
Food Chute
Food Chute
End Weight
End
Weight
Slice
Deflector
Slice
Deflector
Knife Cover
Release Knob
Knife Cover
Release Knob
Power Cord
Power Cord
Receiving
Area
Receiving
Area
Board Suppor
Knob
Feet
Feet
On/Off
Switch
On/Off
Switch
Slice Thickness Dial
Slice Thickness Dial
Food Chute
Release Knob
Food Chute
Release Knob
Food Chute
Handle
Food Chute
Handle
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GS SERIES SLICER SAFETY TIPS
SHARP KNIFE
TO AVOID SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY
• NEVER touch this machine without training and authorization from your supervisor.
You must be at least 18 years old. Read owner and operator manual first.
• ONLY install on level non-skid surface in clean ; well-lighted work area away from
children / visitors.
• ALWAYS ground slicer utilizing proper power source.
• NEVER TOUCH KNIFE. Keep hands and arms away from all moving parts.
• NEVER OPERATE without knife cover and knife ring guard securely installed.
• ONLY USE FOOD CHUTE HANDLE to push food chute during manual slicing.
• ONLY USE THE END WEIGHT, NOT YOUR HAND, to hold food products when slicing.
Never put your hand on or around food chute when slicer is on.
• DO NOT CATCH SLICES WITH YOUR HAND. Let slices drop on receiving area.
• USE ONLY GERMAN KNIFE SLICER ACCESSORIES properly installed.
• ALWAYS turn off slicer and turn slice thickness dial completely clockwise after each use.
• BEFORE CLEANING, SHARPENING, SERVICING, OR REMOVING ANY PARTS,
always turn slicer off and unplug slicer and turn slice thickness dial clockwise to closed
position
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INSTALLATION
UNPACKING
Immediately after unpacking the slicer, check for possible shipping damage. If the slicer is
found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of
delivery.
Prior to installing the slicer, test the electrical service to assure it agree with specifications on
the machine data plate. The data plate is located on the right side of the slicer base.
CLEANING BEFORE USING
This machine must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after installation and before being
used. Refer to Cleaning, page 8.
UNPACKING
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.
Contact your local representative of German Knife directly if you have any questions or
problems with the installation or operation of this slicer.
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OPERATION
SHARP KNIFE
TO AVOID SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY
Safety devices incorporated in this slicer must be in their correct operating position anytime the slicer
is in use.
• With the slicer turned off, pull the food chute completely toward you and place the food product on
the food chute. Slice only boneless, unfrozen product with the slicer. Use the end weight to hold the
food product in place.
• Make sure all knob are tightened prior to using the slicer.
• Rotate the slice thickness dial counterclockwise to the desired slice thickness.
NOTE : Tighten the board support knob (on model GS-10LD only) to support the board before slicing.
• After slicing is completed, always turn the slice thickness dial completely clockwise to close the
gauge plate. The number on the thickness dial do not indicate actual measurements.
• Turn on slicer.
• Use the food chute handle to manually push the food chute back and forth. The food chute handle is
the only part of the slicer you should touch while slicing. Do not catch slice with your hand. Let slices
drop on the receiving area.
• Turn off slicer after each use and always turn slice thickness dial completely clockwise to close the
gauge plate.
• Pull the food chute completely towards you, close the gauge plate, if you have not already done so,
and remove the product from the food chute.
If a product needs to be adjusted during slicing, always turn off slicer. Close the gauge plate, and pull
the food chute all the way towards you prior to adjusting the product and the end weight.
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CLEANING
SHARP KNIFE
TO AVOID SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY
• The slicer knife is very sharp. Exercise extreme caution when working near the knife.
• Unplug machine power cord and turn the thickness dial fully clockwise before cleaning.
• It may be desirable to wear non-cutting gloves the cleaning operation.
• Do not put the components in dishwasher.
• Do not hose down or pressure wash any slicer part.
• Do not use bleach or other caustic/strong detergents on the slicer base or components.
• Do not allow moisture to get into knife hub.
• Do not use a scrubber pad, steel wool, or abrasive material to clean the slicer.
• Never remove the sharpener from the slicer or immerse it in water.
• Use a clean cloth soaked in the mild detergent and warm water to wipe all surface of slicer.
• Rinse using a fresh cloth and clean water. Allow parts to air dry.
This machine must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each days operation or after being idle
for an extended period of time.
This machine components are easily disassembled without the use of special tools.
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DISASSEMBLE AND CLEANING
Close the gauge plate and turn the food chute release knob counterclockwise until it comes off.
1. Remove the food chute
Turn knife cover release knob counterclockwise until it comes off. Push the knob inside again to push
out the knife cover.
2. Knife cover
Remove the knife deflector by unscrewing the 2 small knobs.
3. Knife deflector
Food chute
release knob
Knife deflector
2 small knobs.
Knife cover
release knob
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DISASSEMBLE AND CLEANING
Wash and rinse both side of knife by wiping outward from the center carefully.
Never clean any part of the slicer with steel pads.
Do not exceed chemical manufacturer’s recommended concentrations for detergent of sanitizer.
Solution with concentrations greater than 200 ppm will accelerate corrosion of metals.
4. Knife cleaning
Carefully reassemble the knife cover over the blade. Hold the knife cover with one hand while tighten-
ing the knife cover release knob with the other hand. Reassemble the knife deflector by screwing the 2
small knobs.
5. Reassemble the knife cover and deflector
Wipe the gauge plate from the knife toward you. Never wipe the gauge plate toward the knife.
6. Gauge plate cleaning
• Do not exceed chemical manufacturer’s recommended concentrations for detergent or sanitizer.
Solution with concentrations greater than 200 ppm will accelerate corrosion of metals.
• Do not use any slicer base or motor in the water.
• Do not immerse slicer base motor in the water.
• Do not hose down slicer or splash excessively with water.
7. Clean and wipe down the entire slicer. Do not use steel pads.
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