AXIS AX-M12 12 Quart Mixer User Manual

: June 16, 2024
: AXIS

Table of Contents

AXIS AX-M12 12 Quart Mixer
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
GENERAL
INSTALLATION
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
WIRING DIAGRAM
CONTACTS
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AXIS AX-M12 12 Quart Mixer

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Product Information

Specifications

Model No: AX-M12
Bowl Capacity: 12 Qt.
Motor for Agitator: 0.5HP
Agitator speeds (R.P.M.): 515/262/146
ELECTRICAL: 110V/60HZ/1 PH

FAQ

Q: What can I use this mixer for?
- A: This mixer is ideal for mixing all types of dough, as well as eggs, cream, mayonnaise, etc.
Q: How should I level the mixer for floor models?
- A: Floor models must be leveled front-back and side-to-side by sliding shims under the legs as required.
Q: What are the different agitator speeds?
- A: The mixer has three different agitator speeds: Speed 1 (low), Speed 2 (medium), and Speed 3 (high).

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

Unpack the mixer and check for any shipping damage. If damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier immediately.
Test the electrical service to ensure it matches the specifications on the machine data plate located on the backside of the pedestal.
Place the mixer on a sturdy level surface, ensuring there is adequate space for operation and bowl installation/removal.
For floor models, level the mixer front-back and side-to-side by sliding shims under the legs as required.

Electrical Connections (Cord Connected Mixers)

WARNING

The supply cord of this machine is provided with a three-prong grounding plug.
It is imperative that the outlet to which this plug is connected is properly grounded. If the receptacle is not the proper grounding type, an electrician should be contacted.

Operation

WARNING: Keep hands, clothing, and utensils away from the moving beater while in operation.

The mixer is equipped with an ON-OFF switch to control power to the mixer.
The GEAR SHIFT LEVER is used to change speeds. Always stop the mixer before changing speeds. To change speeds, turn the switch OFF, move the gearshift lever to the desired speed, and turn the switch back ON.
The mixer has three different speeds:
- Speed 1 (low) – Suitable for heavy mixtures like bread dough, heavy batters, and potatoes.
- Speed 2 (medium) – Frequently used for thin batters, cake mixtures, and mashing potatoes.
- Speed 3 (high) – Fast speed for light work like whipping cream, beating eggs, and mixing thin batters.

Agitator

To install an agitator:

Ensure the bowl is installed and fully lowered.
Place the agitator in the bowl.
Push the agitator up on the agitator shaft.
Turn the agitator clockwise to seat the shaft pin in the slot of the agitator shank.

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GENERAL

This Mixer is an advanced design, highly reliable professional food processing tool, and is ideal for mixing all types of dough, as well as eggs, cream, mayonnaise, etc.

This model Mixers are equipped with powerful. 1/2 HP motors and strong gear drive design. The gears are made of heat-treated alloy steel and a hardness steel worm wheel. There are 3 speeds and various style attachments, which can be selected to obtain the best using food, are made of alloy aluminum or they’re with hygiene standard. A stainless steel safety guard is standard on model AX-M12. If your operation and maintenance are correct, then it will give you years o f service, and obtain the best using result.

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING

Immediately after unpacking the mixer, check it for possible shipping damage. I f this machine is found to be damaged after unpacking, save the packaging material and contact the carrier immediately. Prior to installation, test the electrical service to assure it agree with the specifications on the machine data plate located on the backside of the pedestal.

LOCATION

Place the mixer in its operating location. Bench should be placed on a sturdy level surface. There should be adequate space around the mixer for the user to operate the control and install and remove bowls. Holes are provided in the base to permanently secure the mixer, although this not necessary in normal installations. Floor models must be leveled front-back and side-to-side by sliding shims under the legs as required.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (Cord Connected Mixers)

WARNING: THIS SUPPLY CORD ON THIS MACHINE IS PROVIDED WITH A THREE-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG. IT rs IMPERATIVE THAT THE OUTLET TO WHICH THIS PLUG rs CONNECTED BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF THE RECEPTACLE rs NOT THE PROPER GROUNDING TYPE, AN ELECTRICIAN SHOULD BE CONTACTED.

INSTALLATION DIAGRAM (mm)

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OPERATION

WARNING: MOVING BEATER IN BOWL. KEEP HAND, CLOTHING, AND UTENSILS OUT WIBLE IN OPERATION.

All models are furnished with an ON-OFF switch (figure 1-11 ), which controls power to the mixer.

The GEAR SHIFT LEVER (figure 1-3) is used to change speeds. – Always stop the mixer before changing speeds. To change speeds, tum the switch OFF, move the gearshift lever to – the desired speed, and tum the switch back ON.

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Speed 1 (low) – This speed is for heavy mixtures such as bread dough, heavy batters, and potatoes.
Speed 2 (medium) – This speed is for light · dough, which must rise quickly, heavy batters, and some whipping operations.
O Speed 3 (high) – This speed is fast speed for light work such as whipping cream, beating eggs, and mixing thin batters.

AGITATOR

To install an agitator (figure 1-5), the bowl (Figure 1-6) must be installed and fully lowered.
Place the agitator in the bowl, push it up on the agitator shaft, and tum it clockwise to seat the shaft pin in the slot of the agitator shank.

DOUGHARM

Frequently used for heavy bread dough, and preferable to be used at low speed. speed. You should never use 2nd speed when mixing heavy dough with an
The moisture content of heavy dough is critical when selecting proper mixing Absorption Ratio (AR) of 50 % or less.

BEATER

Commonly used for thin batters, cake and mashing potatoes, like stuffing and preferable to be used at middle speed.

WIRE WHIP

Best for whipping cream and beating eggs and preferable to be used at high speed.

BOWL

New mixer’s bowl (Figure 1-6) and agitators (beaters, whip, and dough arms) should be thoroughly washed with hot water and mild soap solution, rinsed with either a mild soda or vinegar solution, and thoroughly rinsed with clean water BEFORE being put into service. This cleaning procedure should also be followed for bowls and agitators before whipping egg whites with or whole eggs.

CONTROL PANEL (Figure 1-11)

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MAINTENANCE

NOTE: ALL MAINTENANCE WORK SHOULD BE DONE ONLY AFTER UNIT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM ELECTRICAL POWER AND GROUNDING.

Never use a metal or stiff brush to clean the mixer. Never clean the mixer with a water hose or any fluid pressure.

The mixer should be thoroughly cleaned daily. Bowls and agitators should be removed from the mixer and cleaned in a sink. The transmission case and planetary mechanism should be inspected weekly for leaks, damage, etc. Should it become necessary to repack the ball bearings, an authorized service technician or the manufacturer should be contacted. Use o funproved grease o flubricants may lead to damage and void the warranty. The bowl-lift slideways (Figure 1-1) should be lubricated semi-annually, or more often under heavy usage. Disconnect the unit from the power supply before removing the top housing or apron. The drip cup (Figure 1-4) or safety guard should be inspected periodically for moisture or lubricant dripping. Remove the cup and wipe it with a soft cloth.

CLEANING

The mixer should be thoroughly cleaned daily.
Bowls and agitators should be removed from the mixer and cleaned in a sink.
DO NOT use a hose to clean the mixer – it should be washed with a clean damp cloth.
The drip cup (Figure 1-4) should be removed periodically and wiped clean. A large flat blade screwdriver may be used to remove the drip cup