WESTON 9 Inch Meat Slicer User Manual

WESTON 9 Inch Meat Slicer

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND/OR INJURY TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

1. Read all instructions.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are closely supervised and instructed concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
3. This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put the meat slicer assembly, cord or plug in water or other liquid.
6. Turn the appliance OFF( ), then unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
7. Avoid contacting moving parts. Personal injury may occur. The blade continues to spin after the meat slicer has been turned off. Never try to stop the blade in any way whatsoever.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged supply cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Supply cord replacement and repairs must be conducted by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Call the provided customer service number for information on examination, repair, or adjustment.
9. The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury.
10. Blade is sharp. Handle carefully, especially when assembling, disassembling, or cleaning. It is recommended that cut-proof Kevlar gloves be worn when handling the blade.
11. Never feed food by hand. Always use completely assembled slicer with the food carriage and food pusher.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces, including the stove.
14. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.
15. Check that the control is OFF( ) before plugging cord into wall outlet. To disconnect cord, turn the control to OFF( ); then remove plug from wall outlet.
16. Do not use appliance for other than intended purpose.
17. Do not leave meat slicer unattended while it is operating.
18. Keep hands, hair, clothing, and any loose items away from the moving blade.
19. Operate the meat slicer only when the blade-locking screw is properly engaged and tightened.

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OTHER CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard: This appliance is provided with a grounded (3-prong) plug to reduce the risk of electric shock. The plug fits only one way into a grounded outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or by using an adapter. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.
The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating of the appliance. Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.

COMPONENT LIST

If any components of this unit are broken, the unit does not operate properly or you need a replacement instruction manual, visit us on the web at
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PARTS

NOTE: The meat slicer comes with a smooth edged blade. It is not intended for slicing bread or cheese.

• WARNING
  Electrical Shock Hazard. Before cleaning, assembling, or disassembling the appliance, make sure the appliance is OFF( ) and the plug is removed from the outlet/power source.

• CAUTION
  Sharp Blade. Handle carefully. Keep fingers away from the blade. Never feed food by hand. Always use the food pusher. Always use completely assembled meat slicer with food carriage and food pusher. Protective, cut-resistant Kevlar gloves are recommended whenever handling the blade.

• CAUTION
  It is important to follow the food safety guidelines outlined in this manual. For the most up-to-date instruction, visit the USDA website at http://www.usda.gov/.

PRIOR TO USE

Before using your Meat Slicer for the first time, wash all parts thoroughly, taking particular care to remove all grease and oil from surfaces. Dry all parts thoroughly before reassembling. See “Cleaning Instructions” section of this booklet.
Carefully remove the black protective shield from the Meat Slicer Blade. (FIGURE 1) CAUTION! This exposes the Sharp Blade!

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

1. Make sure the Blade Locking Screw is properly engaged and tightened. (FIGURE 2)

2. Place the Meat Slicer on a flat stable surface. Be sure the Meat Slicer is in the OFF( ) position. Plug the appliance into a properly rated electrical outlet (120V AC, 60Hz).

3. Place a tray or plate behind the Meat Slicer and below the Blade to collect the sliced food as it exits the Blade area.

4. Place food on to the Sliding Food Carriage between the Gauge Plate and the Food Presser. To avoid danger of injury, Always use the Food Carriage and Food Presser while slicing. (FIGURE 3)

5. Rotate the Thickness Adjustment Knob to set the Gauge Plate to the desired cutting thickness. (FIGURE 4)

6. Start the Meat Slicer by depressing the green ON(I) button on the Power Switch.

7. Hold the Food Presser and Sliding Food Carriage Handle; keep your hands protected behind the Food Presser.

8. To begin slicing, push food in toward the Gauge Plate with the Food Presser and slide food over with the Sliding Food Carriage until it reaches the end of its travel. Slide the Sliding Food Carriage back and repeat until you have sliced the desired amount of food.

9. When finished, depress the red OFF( ) button on the Power Switch to turn off the Meat Slicer.

10. For safety, always return the Thickness Adjustment Knob to “0” after use to properly shield the sharp edge of Blade.

NOTE: Do not operate the appliance continuously for more than 15 minutes. Be sure to allow the appliance to cool down for 30-60 minutes before operating again. Failure to allow the slicer motor to cool down may result in damage to the motor.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

• WARNING
• Electrical Shock Hazard. Before cleaning, assembling, or disassembling the appliance, make sure the appliance is OFF( ) and the plug is removed from the outlet/power source.
• CAUTION
  Sharp Blade. Handle carefully. Keep fingers away from the blade. Never feed food by hand. Always use the food pusher. Always use completely assembled meat slicer with food carriage and food pusher. Protective, cut-resistant Kevlar gloves are recommended whenever handling the blade.

1. Always disconnect the appliance from the power source before cleaning.

2. Never immerse the Motor Assembly of this appliance in water or other liquid.

3. The Blade, Food Presser, and Food Tray can all be hand washed in hot soapy water. Because these parts come in contact with food, they should be sanitized by being dipped in a solution of 2 ounces (0.06 L) of unscented non-chlorine bleach mixed with 5 gallons (19 L) of water.
   Allow sanitized parts to air dry. Do not use harsh abrasives to clean any part of the Meat Slicer. Use extreme caution when handling or cleaning the Blade, as it is extremely sharp! Do not leave Blade underwater; trying to handle sharp objects in water can be hazardous. It is highly recommended to wear cut- resistant Kevlar Gloves when removing, cleaning and re-installing the Blade.

4. Set the Thickness Adjustment Knob to “0”.

5. Remove Food Presser and rotate the Sliding Food Carriage out of the way in order to allow for easy access to the Blade.

6. To remove the Blade hold the Blade with one hand and use a coin to unlock the Blade Locking Screw by turning it clockwise Figure 5. Carefully pull the Blade off and hold it by using the hole in the center of the Blade.

7. Clean the outer surface of the Meat Slicer Body & Base with a damp cloth. Mild detergent or water can be used to dampen the cloth. Wipe away from the Blade, never wipe toward the Blade. Never immerse Motor Assembly in water or any other liquid. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or sharp utensils to clean.

8. To allow for easier cleaning, the Thickness Adjustment Knob can be turned past “0” to allow the Gauge Plate to slide back. NOTE: Use this feature only with Blade removed. (After cleaning and before reassembly, reset the Thickness Adjustment Knob to “0”.)

9. After cleaning and drying, install the Blade and Blade Screw to the Motor Assembly in reverse order of step 6. Make sure the Blade Locking Screw is properly engaged and tightened. Rotate the Sliding Food Carriage back to its proper position and re-install the Food Presser.

FOOD SAFETY

There are basic rules to follow when handling food. They are COOK, SEPARATE, CLEAN, and CHILL.

COOK
It’s crucial to cook food to a safe internal temperature to destroy bacteria that is present. The safety of hamburgers and other foods made with ground meat has been receiving a lot of attention lately, and with good reason. When meat is ground, the bacteria present on the surface is mixed throughout the ground mixture. If this ground meat is not cooked to at least 160oF to 165oF (71oC to 74oC), bacteria will not be destroyed and there’s a good chance you will get sick.
Solid pieces of meat like steaks and chops don’t have dangerous bacteria like E. coli on the inside, so they can be served more rare. Still, any beef cut should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 145oF (63oC) (medium rare). The safe temperature for poultry is 165oF (74oC) and solid cuts of pork should be cooked to 145oF (63oC).

SEPARATE
Foods that will be eaten uncooked and foods that will be cooked before eating MUST ALWAYS be separated. Cross-contamination occurs when raw meats or eggs come in contact with foods that will be eaten uncooked. This is a major source of food poisoning. Always double-wrap raw meats and place them on the lowest shelf in the refrigerator so there is no way juices can drip onto fresh produce. Then use the raw meats within 1-2 days of purchase, or freeze for longer storage. Defrost frozen meats in the refrigerator, not on the counter.
When grilling or cooking raw meats or fish, make sure to place the cooked meat on a clean platter. Don’t use the same platter you used to carry the food out to the grill. Wash the utensils used in grilling after the food is turned for the last time on the grill, as well as spatulas and spoons used for stir- frying or turning meat as it cooks.
Make sure to wash your hands after handling raw meats or raw eggs. Washing hands with soap and water, or using a pre-moistened antibacterial towelette is absolutely necessary after you have touched raw meat or raw eggs. Not washing hands and surfaces while cooking is a major cause of cross-contamination.

CLEAN
Wash your hands and work surfaces frequently when you are cooking. Washing with soap and warm water for at least 15 seconds, then dry with a paper towel.

CHILL
Chilling food is very important. The danger zone where bacteria multiply is between 40oF and 140oF (4oC and 60oC). Your refrigerator should be set to 40oF (4oC) or below; your freezer should be 0oF (-18oC) or below. Simple rule: serve hot foods hot, cold foods cold. Use chafing dishes or hot plates to keep food hot while serving. Use ice water baths to keep cold foods cold. Never let any food sit at room temperature for more than 2 hours – 1 hour if the ambient temperature is 90oF (32oC) or above. When packing for a picnic, make sure the foods are already chilled when they go into the insulated hamper. The hamper won’t chill food – it just keeps food cold when properly packed with ice. Hot cooked foods should be placed in shallow containers and immediately refrigerated so they cool rapidly. Make sure to cover foods after they are cool.
NOTE: Special considerations must be made when using venison or other wild game, since it can become heavily contaminated during field dressing. Venison is often held at temperatures that could potentially allow bacteria to grow, such as when it is being transported. Refer to the USDA Meat and Poultry Department for further questions or information on meat and food safety.

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. This is the only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty or condition.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.
This warranty does not cover unauthorized repairs or service to products, products sold “as-is” by retailers, glass, filters, wear from normal use, use not in conformity with the printed directions, or damage to the product resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, or misuse. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser or gift recipient and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt, as proof of purchase is required to make a warranty claim. This warranty is void if the product is subjected to any voltage and waveform other than as specified on the rating label (e.g., 120V ~ 60 Hz).
We exclude all claims for special, incidental and consequential damages caused by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such warranty or condition is limited to the duration of this written warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that vary depending on where you live. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
To make a warranty claim, do not return this appliance to the store. Visit WestonBrands.com. For faster service, locate the model, type, and series numbers on your appliance.

ATTENTION!
PLEASE INSPECT THIS PACKAGE THOROUGHLY FOR MISSING PARTS OR ANY PRODUCT DAMAGE.
IF YOUR PRODUCT CONTAINS SHIPPING DAMAGE, PLEASE CONTACT RETAILER FOR ASSISTANCE.
For all other questions regarding product usage, missing parts, product damage, difficulty or warranty activation,
please contact the Weston Brands Customer Service Team:
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Customer.Service@WestonBrands.com
Weston Brands, LLC, Southern Pines, NC 28387
Please DO NOT return this item to the retailer before contacting
Weston Brands Customer Service.

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References

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• Frequently Asked Questions | Weston Brands
• Aliments et nutrition - Canada.ca
• USDA

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