apuro CH133-A Meat Mincer Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
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apuro CH133-A Meat Mincer
CH133-A Meat MincerProduct Information
The Meat Mincer is a high-quality appliance designed for meat grinding in restaurants, canteens, and similar catering establishments. It is equipped with overload protection to ensure safe and efficient operation. The pack contents include the necessary components for assembly, and Apuro guarantees the product’s functionality and absence of damage upon delivery.
Product Usage Instructions
- Remove all packaging materials from the appliance and position it securely on a worktop.
- Before use, wash all parts of the appliance.
- Assembly:
- Insert the mincing barrel into the motor housing mouth with the shaft facing upwards.
- Rotate the handle clockwise to secure the mincing barrel.
- Insert the feed screw into the mincing barrel.
- Mount the cutting blade onto the end of the feed screw, ensuring the sharp edge side faces forwards.
- Select the desired cutting plate and slide it onto the feed screw, aligning the groove with the pin on the mincing barrel.
- Screw the barrel cap tightly onto the end of the mincing barrel.
- Insert the hopper tray.
- If making sausages, install the stuffer nozzle onto the mincing barrel after unscrewing the barrel cap first. Then re-attach and tighten the barrel cap.
- Operation:
- Cut the meat into small pieces that can fit into the hole in the hopper tray.
- Connect the appliance to a power supply.
- Press the Start button to begin mincing.
- Use the food pusher to feed the meat into the shaft. Never use fingers to push the meat.
- To stop the appliance, press the Stop button and disconnect from the power supply.
- Reverse Function:If the meat gets stuffed or jammed, press the Reverse button to clear blockages. After 2 seconds, press the Start button to continue.
- Overload Protection:
- If the appliance overheats due to overload, turn it off and allow it to cool for several minutes.
- Press the RESET button.
- Press the Start button to resume operation.
- Cleaning, Care & Maintenance:Always switch off and disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning. None of the parts are dishwasher-safe.
Safety Instructions
Read carefully and keep for future reference.
Warning: The meat mincer is a dangerous appliance and must only be used by trained personnel in accordance with these instructions.
- Position on a flat, stable surface.
- A service agent/qualified technician should carry out installation and any repairs if required. Do not remove any components on this product.
- onsult Local and National Standards to comply with the following:
- Health and Safety at Work Legislation
- Fire Precautions
- EE Wiring Regulations
- Building Regulations
- DO NOT feed meat in to the appliance by hand. ALWAYS use the pusher supplied.
- DO NOT use fingers to clear the exit hole while the appliance is turned on.
- DO NOT allow the motor to work against a blockage for any length of time.
- DO NOT immerse in water.
- Only use original Apuro parts and attachments with this appliance.
- Always carry the appliance by the motor housing.
- The appliance is intended for commercial use only and must not be used for private household.
- Warning: ALWAYS keep hands, hair and clothing away from the moving parts.
- NEVER leave the appliance unattended when in use.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
- This appliance must not be used by children under any circumstances.
- Keep all packaging away from children. Dispose of the packaging in accordance to the regulations of local authorities.
- If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an Apuro agent or a recommended qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.
- Apuro recommend that this appliance should be periodically tested (at least annually) by a Competent Person. Testing should include, but not be limited to: Visual Inspection, Polarity Test, Earth Continuity, Insulation Continuity and Functional Testing.
Introduction
Please take a few moments to carefully read through this manual. Correct
maintenance and operation of this machine will provide the best possible
performance from your Apuro product.
This machine is designed for meat grinding in restaurants, canteens and
similar catering establishments.
Pack Contents
The following is included:
- Apuro Meat Mincer
- Hopper tray
- Food pusher
- Feed screw
- Cutting blade
- Cutting plate (coarse – 8mm)
- Cutting plate (medium – 6mm)
- Instruction manual
- Sausage stuffer nozzle
Apuro prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of unpacking the contents are supplied fully functional and free of damage. Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your Apuro dealer immediately.
Assembly
Remove all packaging materials from the appliance. Position on a worktop and ensure the appliance is secured in position. Wash all parts before use (see section “Cleaning, Care & Maintenance”).
- Warning: Ensure the appliance is switched off and disconnected from power supply before assembly/disassembly.
- Apuro accept no responsibility for any injury caused by incorrect assembly.
- Cutting blade is sharp! Handle with care!
- Insert the mincing barrel into the motor housing mouth, with the shaft facing upwards.
- Rotate the handle clockwise to secure the mincing barrel.
- Insert the feed screw into the mincing barrel.
- Mount the cutting blade on to the end of the feed screw. Ensure the sharp edge side faces forwards as shown.
- Choose the desired cutting plate and match the groove on the edge to the pin on the mincing barrel. Then slide the cutting plate on to the feed screw.
- Screw the barrel cap to the end of the mincing barrel until tight.
- Insert the hopper tray.
- If making sausages, install the stuffer nozzle onto the mincing barrel. Note: Before this, ensure to unscrew the barrel cap first. After the nozzle is mounted, re-attach the barrel cap and screw tight.
Operation
- Cut the meat into small enough pieces to fit in to the hole in the hopper tray.
- Connect the appliance to the power supply.
- Press the Start button to start mincing.
- Feed the meat into the shaft using the food pusher. Warning: Never push meat into the shaft using fingers.
- After use, press the Stop button to turn off then disconnectfrom power supply.
Note: If too much meat stuffed/jammed, press the Reverse button to run in the reverse direction to clear blockages. After 2 seconds, press the Start button to continue.
Overload protection
The appliance is featured with overload protection. In case of overload, the appliance will stop working automatically.
- Turn Off the appliance and allow to cool for several minutes.
- Press the “RESET” button.
- Press the Start button to continue.
Cleaning, Care & Maintenance
Warning: Always switch off and disconnect the appliance from power supply before cleaning. No parts are dishwasher safe!
- Do not use any abrasive cleaning agents on the appliance. Use warm soapy water.
- Do not immerse the motor housing in water. Clean the exterior with a damp cloth.
- Always dry thoroughly after cleaning.
For ease of cleaning, disassemble the appliance :
- Rotate the locking handle anti-clockwise to loosen the mincing barrel.
- Remove the mincing barrel, plate, blade and feed screw as one unit. Gently tip the barrel to remove the pieces one by one.
- Twist off the hopper tray.
- Remove meat from all components and wash in warm, soapy water.
- Dry thoroughly.
- Lubricate the parts with a little cooking oil before re-locating for best performance.
Technical Specifications
Note: Due to our continuing program of research and development, the specifications herein may be subject to change without notice.
Model| Voltage| Power| Current| Output|
Dimensions h x w x d (mm)| Weight
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
CH133- A| 230V~ 50Hz| 550W| 2.5A| 130kg/hour| 520 x 245 x 400|
20.2kg
CH134- A| 230V~ 50Hz| 735W| 3.5A| 250kg/hour| 520 x 270 x 430| 24kg
Troubleshooting
A qualified technician should carry out repairs if required
| Fault | Probable Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| The unit is not working | Unit not switched on | Check the unit is plugged in |
correctly and switched on
Plug or lead is damaged| Replace plug or lead
Mains power supply fault| Check mains power supply
Overload protection activated| Reset the appliance (Page 5)
Minced meat does not exit the appliance evenly| Barrel cap is on too tight|
Loosen the cap
Cutting plate is blocked| Remove and clean the plate
Cutting blade is blunt| Replace the cutting blade
Electrical Wiring
The plug is to be connected to a suitable mains socket. This appliance is wired as follows
- Live wire (coloured brown) to terminal marked L
- Neutral wire (coloured blue) to terminal marked N
- Earth wire (coloured green/yellow) to terminal marked E
This appliance must be earthed. If in doubt consult a qualified electrician. Electrical isolation points must be kept clear of any obstructions. In the event of any emergency disconnection being required they must be readily accessible.
Compliance
The product must not be disposed of as household waste. To help prevent
possible harm to human health and/or the environment, the product must be
disposed of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For
further information on how to dispose of this product correctly, contact the
product supplier, or the local authority responsible for waste disposal in
your area.
- APURO parts have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with regulatory standards and specifications set by international, independent, and federal authorities.
- APURO products have been approved to carry the following symbol:
All rights reserved. No part of these instructions may be produced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Apuro. Every effort is made to ensure all details are correct at the time of going to press, however, Apuro reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Territory Legislation, Directive(s) and Standard(s).
