Berkel VOLANO B2 Flywheel Slicer User Manual

Berkel VOLANO B2 Flywheel Slicer

MODELS

• B2, B3, Tribute, P15, L16, B114, B116

MAIN COMPONENTS

1. Receiving plate
2. Slice deflector
3. Top clamp
4. Meat table
5. Carriage
6. Flywheel operating handle
7. Flywheel
8. Casing
9. Blade protection
10. Vertical sliding top clamp
11. Feed plate fast-forward lever
12. Feed plate forward handle
13. Slice thickness regulating knob
14. Blade cover
15. Foot
16. Blade
17. Sharpener

DESCRIPTION

Manual, flywheel slicer machine, equipped with a circular blade, suitable for cutting only the food products of the types and within the dimensional limits indicated in this manual. The main parts of the machine are shown in the general component diagram reported in Picture 1.

SAFETY

• The machines described in this manual comply with the latest European hygiene and safety standards.

• Pay attention to the following basic safety precautions:

  • read all the instructions before using the machine;
  • this product is not intended to be used by children;
  • operate the machine only if properly trained and in perfect psycho-physical conditions;
  • do not use the machine in any way other than what is indicated in this manual;
  • use the machines only in full structural, mechanical and system efficiency;
  • install the machine in conformity to the instructions indicated in the “Installation” section;
  • install the machine in a location out of the reach of personnel unauthorized to operate it and especially out of the reach of minors;
  • stay highly concentrated when using the machine and avoid any distractions during use;
    do not allow the machine to be used by others who have not read and fully understood the content of this manual; –do not wear baggy clothing or clothing with open sleeves;

• Do not allow anyone else, other than the operator, to approach during product-cutting operations;

  • do not remove, cover or modify the tags located on the machine body and, in case of damage of these, replace them promptly;
  • do not remove, modify or bypass any mechanical protective devices;
  • slice only the permitted products, do not attempt cuts on prohibited type products;
  • always keep clean and dry the sliced product resting surface, the work area all around the machine and the operator floor area;
  • do not use the machine as a resting surface and do not place any objects on it other than food used for cutting operations;
  • do not use the slicer when, due to normal wear, the distance between the edge of the blade and the blade guard ring exceeds 6 mm. In this case, contact the manufacturer or one of the Authorized Service Centers to change the blade.
  • Immediately stop the machine in the event of a defect, abnormal operation, suspicion of breakdown, incorrect movement, or unusual noises;
  • use protective gloves for cleaning and maintenance operations;
  • place and remove the goods to be sliced on the sliding plate only with the carriage completely pulled back and put the blade protection in a safety position;
  • for movement of the meat table during cutting operations use only the flywheel;
  • never put your hands on the food product while slicing.

• Always keep your hands far from the blade;

  • use of cutting accessories
    that were not provided by the manufacturer with the machine is prohibited.

• The manufacturer declines any responsibility coming from inappropriate use, modifications, and/or repairs carried out by the user or unauthorized personnel, use of replacement parts, which are not original or not specific for the machine model.

• Operating conditions:

  • Temperature from -5°C to +40°C
  • Max. humidity 95% DO NOT SLICE:
  • frozen food products;
  • food products with bones;
  • vegetables in general
  • any other product not intended for food use.

Residual risks
The safety ring around the blade protects the operator from incidental contact with the blade although, in order to allow the sharpening operations, the protection in the sharpening area may not entirely eliminate the risk of cutting.

WARNING: During the blade cleaning and sharpening operations, pay extra attention to keep your hands as far as possible from the unprotected area. The use of protective gloves is recommended.

INSTALLATION OF THE MACHINE

If you do not use the stand (optional), install the machine on a flat, smooth, and dry surface suitable for supporting the weight of the machine itself plus the goods to be sliced. The recommended height of the worktop is approximately 80 cm. Lift the machine carefully and insert all the feet in the specific lodgings in the base. For some models, the front support feet can be unscrewed and placed in the desired position depending on the depth of the worktop. To prevent damage, some models are packaged separately from the disassembled flywheel during transport. If the received machine flywheel is not assembled, follow these instructions:

• insert the flywheel on the shaft, checking correct correspondence with the flywheel-shaft sleeve holes (Fig. 3-A);
• insert the taper pin in the sleeve with the tapered end (smaller diameter) turned toward the sleeve itself (Fig. 3-B);

CAUTION! If the pin is correctly positioned, it will insert almost entirely without being forced. — Hammer down the pin to insert it fully.

OPERATION

• Make sure that the blade is properly protected from the blade protection: use the blade protection locking lever, if present (Fig.4). Check that the thickness adjustment knob is in the safety position (position “0”) (13);
  • using the flywheel handle, rotate the flywheel (7) to bring the carriage (5) fully forward (toward the operator);
• pull back (away from the blade) the meat table (4) using the meat table rapid advance device (11) or meat table advance mechanism (12);
  • place the product to be sliced on the sliding meat table;
  • according to the model: a) grip both top clamp handles (10 – 18) and push them simultaneously toward the bottom until the product is locked; b) grip the top clamp sliding lever (10), lower it to the sliding end, grip the locking handle (18) and push it on the product until it is locked;
  • arrange the desired slice thickness, rotating the knob at the same time and selecting a thickness;
  • move the meat table with product forward (toward the blade), using the meat table rapid advance device (11) or meat table advanced mechanism (12);
• CAUTION! Leave a space of 0.5 – 1 cm between the blade and the product.
  • take off the protection from the blade using the locking lever, if present, or by moving the blade protection in its stand-by position to uncover the blade;
• CAUTION Sharp blade, cutting hazard! When the blade is not covered by the guard, be extremely careful to keep your hands as far away from the unprotected area as possible.
  • activate the flywheel by having it rotate it in a clockwise direction.
• WARNING: Risk of damages! Never turn the flywheel anti-clockwise, reverse flywheel rotation may seriously damage the machine.
• during the return movement  of the carriage (towards the operator) the meat table will automatically move toward the blade;
  • when the meat table gets to a limit advancing towards the blade, stop slicing and lift up the top clamp. Use the meat table rapid advance device or the meat table advance mechanism to pull the meat table away from the blade. Reposition the product, relock it with the top clamp, and restart slicing.;
  • unload the product following the operations in the reverse order.
• CAUTION Cutting hazard! After the cutting operation has been completed, turn the lever in the opposite direction: the protective ring will overlap the blade, eliminating the hazard.

CLEANING

Clean the machine at the end of its use and always before using it, after a long period of inactivity. Use cut and tear-resistant gloves and perform all operations with great care. Products for cleaning: use only water and biodegradable mild detergent, using a soft, spongy cloth and a semi-rigid nylon brush for the sharp areas of the plate and the product holder. Do not clean the machine with jets of water or steam or similar methods.

DISMANTLING

• Check that the blade protection duly covers the blade (9);
  • if the slice deflector is held by a screw, unscrew it and remove the slice deflector. If the slice deflector is not held by a screw, open it by having it rotate from right to left;
  • In B2 model remove the slice deflector; pull up the slice deflector support to remove it;
  • remove the waste tray (Fig. 5-A);
  • remove the meat table: a) if  there is a locking lever present (Fig. 5-B), rotate it in the counter-clockwise direction, lift the plate only, and remove it; b) if there is a knob on the plate, unscrew it and lift the plate together with the top clamp (Fig. 5-C) and remove it; c) if no locking devices are present, lift the plate together with the top clamp and remove it (Fig. 5-C);
  • slide off the receiving plate. If the plate is locked by two lateral pins, loosen them before sliding off the plate.

WARNING! For some models, push the meat table forward before lifting it with its top clamp arm.
CLEANING

• The blade: press a damp cloth on the surface of the blade and move it slowly from the center toward the outside on the blade cover side and the opposite side. In the same way, dry it using a dry cloth;

• WARNING! Never activate the flywheel while cleaning the blade.

  • the safety ring: use a soft brush to clean the area between the blade and the safety ring;
    WARNING! Sharp blade, cutting hazard! When the blade is not covered by the guard, be extremely careful to keep your hands as far away from the unprotected area as possible.

  • the machine body: use a damp cloth or a sponge. Dry carefully.

REASSEMBLING

• Check that the blade protection duly covers the blade (9);
  • put the waste tray in its specific position;
  • close the slice deflector;
  • using the flywheel handle, rotate the flywheel (7) to bring the sliding meat table (4) fully forward (towards the operator);
  • with a vertical movement from top to bottom, place the meat table in its position.
• WARNING: risk of injury from sharp blade! For some models, after placing the meat table, push it forward in order to secure it completely in the carriage. If present, close the lever or tighten the knob on the meat table.

MAINTENANCE

Blade Sharpening Frequency and duration of sharpening depend on the use of the equipment.
WARNING: risk of injury from sharp blade! When the blade is not covered with the blade protection, pay extra attention to keep your hands as far as possible from the unprotected area. For sharpening, follow the instruction according to the model:

FOR MODELS

• B2, B3, TRIBUTE (Fig. 6)
• Clean the blade, freeing it of greasy residue;
  • check that the guard is covering the blade properly;
  • loosen the meat table from the blade;
  • check the cover of the sharpener: if it is removable, just lift it up;
  • if present, loosen the locking knob (A);
  • lift the sharpener and rotate it 180°;
  • lower the sharpener with care. The blade will be automatically centred between the two grinding wheels;
  • if present, re-lock the knob. –Press the button (B) for approximately 10-15 seconds and simultaneously rotate the flywheel. Release the button (B), press the button (C) for 2-3 seconds and then release it;
  • stop turning the flywheel;
  • only when the blade is fixed, return the sharpener to its original position and relock the knob;
  • close the cover, if present.

FOR MODEL

• Check that the blade protection duly covers the blade;
  • loosen the sharpener-locking knob (A);
  • lift the sharpener and rotate it 180°;
  • lower the sharpener back down with care; the blade will automatically center between the two grinding wheels;
  • re-lock the knob;
  • pull the lever (B) in anticlockwise for approximately 10-15 seconds and simultaneously rotate the flywheel;
  • stop turning the flywheel;
  • only when the blade is fixed, return the sharpener to its original position and relock the knob.

FOR MODEL

B114

• Clean the blade, freeing it of greasy residue;
  • check that the guard is covering the blade properly;
  • loosen the meat table from the blade;
  • lift the sharpener and rotate it 180°;
  • lower the sharpener with care. The blade will be automatically centred between the two grinding wheels;
  • push the sharpening lever (B) for approximately 10-15 seconds and simultaneously rotate the flywheel;
  • release the sharpening lever, press the button (C) for 2-3 seconds and then release it;
  • stop turning the flywheel;
  • only when the blade is fixed, return the sharpener to its original position and relock the knob;
  • close the cover, if present.

FOR MODEL B116

• Clean the blade, freeing it of greasy residue;
  • check that the guard is covering the blade properly;
  • loosen the meat table from the blade;
  • lift the sharpener cover;
  • lift the sharpener and rotate it 180° in the direction of the blade;
  • lower the sharpener with care. The blade will be automatically centred between the two grinding wheels;
  • press the button (A) for approximately 10-15 seconds and simultaneously rotate the flywheel. Release the button (A), pull the lever (B) for 2-3 seconds and then release it; –stop turning the flywheel;
  • only when the blade is fixed, return the sharpener to its original position and relock the knob; –close the cover.

FOR MODEL L16,

• Check that the blade protection duly covers the blade;
  • loosen the sharpener-locking knob;
  • lift the sharpener and rotate it 180°;
  • lower the sharpener back down with care; the blade will automatically center between the two grinding wheels;
  • re-lock the knob;
  • pull the lever anticlockwise for approximately 10-15 seconds and simultaneously rotate the flywheel;
  • turn the lever clockwise for approximately 2-3 seconds and simultaneously rotate the flywheel;
  • stop turning the flywheel;
  • only when the blade is fixed, return the sharpener to its original position.

WARNING: risk of damages! Do not excessively force (more than 2-3 seconds) the deburring operation to prevent damage of the blade.

Lubrication

• Put some drops of oil over the bar (1) and in the junction of the slice thickness-regulating knob (2);
• put some drops of oil in the holes (3 and 4);
• put some drops of oil on the flywheel in its junction to the tree (5);
• briefly activate the flywheel. For lubrication only use acid-free oil (we recommend Vaseline oil). Do not use vegetable oil.

No user-serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. All the repair and replacement operations (like blade replacement, repair of structural parts, repair and/ or replacement of sub-baseplate components, or similar) shall be executed exclusively by personnel authorized by the manufacturer. In the event service is needed, you may return your food slicer to the manufacturer or to one of the Authorized Service Centers. For information about service, centers please contact us at: service@berkelinternational.com.

WARNING: risk of injury from sharp blade! The blade replacement is mandatory if the distance between the edge of the blade and the internal edge of the guard exceeds 6 mm.

WARRANTY AND RESPONSIBILITY

• The manufacturer supplies Themanufacturer supplies machines with a limited warranty of 24 months from the purchasing date. The warranty is extended only to defects that arise under intended use conditions and proper use. The warranty does not cover defects resulting from faults caused by transport, purchaser’s incompetence or negligence, improper installation, unauthorized interventions, or natural wear and tear greater than 10% of the nominal value. Moreover, the warranty does not cover components intrinsically subject to wear, such as blades and grinders, except in the event of evident manufacturing de- defects.
• The manufacturer declines any direct and indirect responsibility coming from:
  • failure to observe the instructions in this manual;
  • use which does not conform to prevailing specific regulations in the country of installation;
  • unauthorized modifications and/or repairs carried out on the machine;
  • use of non-original accessories and replacement parts;
  • exceptional events.
• Transfer of ownership of the machine automatically defaults to the manufacturer’s liability for the machine in question. The Identification tag on the base-plate indicates the manufacturer, machine, and technical information.

DATA SHEET

SPECIFICATIONS

|
Circular cutting capacity| 210 mm| 180 mm
Rectangular cutting capacity| 270×210 mm| 210×180 mm
Max slice thickness| 1,5 mm| 1,5 mm
Blade diameter| 300 mm| 285 mm
Weight| 52 Kg| 60 kg

MODEL| B116|
---|---|---
A| 260 mm|
B| 290 mm|
C| 260 mm|
D| 590 mm|
E| 550 mm|
F| 755 mm|
G| 960 mm|
H| 780 mm|
I| 720 mm|
L| 60 mm|
SPECIFICATIONS|
Circular cutting capacity| 260 mm|
Rectangular cutting capacity| 290×260 mm|
Max slice thickness| 4 mm|
Blade diameter| 370 mm|
Weight| 80 Kg|

Note: As we actually strive to improve our products, specifications are necessarily subject to change without notice.

Van Berkel International S.r.l.

• via Ugo Foscolo, 22
• 21040 Oggiona S. Stefano (VA) – ITALY
• T +39 0331 214311
• info@berkelinternational.com
• theberkelworld.com

References

• Berkel – Home slicers, professional slicers, knives since 1898

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