AVANTCO EQUIPMENT 177SS20V Vertical Electric Hybrid Sausage Stuffers User Manual

177SS20V Vertical Electric Hybrid Sausage Stuffers
User Manual

Stainless Steel Vertical
Hybrid Electric/Manual
Sausage Stuffers
Models:
#177SS20V 20 lb.
#177SS30V 30 lb.

177SS20V Vertical Electric Hybrid Sausage Stuffers

Warning:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause property damage, injury, or death. Read the installation, operating, and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
For Your Safety:
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Note:
Please read and keep these instructions. Indoor use only.

Specifications

Vertical Stuffers

Stuffer Motor

Compatible
Models| 177SS20V
177SS30V

Safety Precautions

WARNING

• Read all instructions carefully and completely.
• For commercial use only.
• For indoor use only.
• ALWAYS check for damaged parts before using this stuffer. Check that parts are operating properly and performing the intended functions. Check for binding of moving parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect the operation.
• DO NOT operate this stuffer after it has malfunctioned or has been damaged in any way.
• ALWAYS check that the stuffer is on a sturdy and stable surface before use.
• ALWAYS unplug the power cord before cleaning.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
• DO NOT operate the stuffer with the gear housing cover open or removed.
• DO NOT operate the stuffer without proper eye protection. Safety glasses must conform to ANSI Z87.1 requirement (Z87 will be printed or stamped on them).
• DO NOT use unit for any application other than its intended use. Improper usage of the stuffer will void the warranty.
• Repairs must be done by an authorized dealer. Use only factory original parts and accessories. Modification of the stuffer will void the warranty.
• Avoid scratching the surface or nicking the edges of this unit.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they DO NOT play with the unit.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless a person responsible for their safety has given them  supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance.
  Save these instructions for future reference.

Assembly

Plunger Assembly
(Fig. 1)

1. Slide the plunger seal onto the plunger.

2. Assemble the pressure release valve kit onto the plunger.
   a. From the top of the plunger, place the washer onto the valve hole.
   b. From the underside of the plunger, place the spring onto the end of the valve cap.
   c. Insert the top of the valve cap into the valve hole.
   d. Secure in place with the screw top.

3. Place the assembled plunger onto the end of the plunger shaft.

Manual Stuffer Assembly
(Fig. 2)

1. Attach the handle by sliding it onto either the fast or the slow gear.

2. Crank the handle to bring the plunger to the top of the stuffer.

3. Rest the bottom brackets of the canister onto the canister mounts inside the housing of the stuffer.

4. Pivot the canister fully into the stuffer housing and snap the top brackets into the canister mounts.

5. Insert the stuffing funnel of choice through the front ring nut. Screw the front ring nut and stuffing funnel onto the mouth of the canister until snug.
   NOTE: DO NOT overtighten the front ring nut, as it may damage the funnel.

6. Thoroughly coat the inside of the canister with a food-grade lubricant prior to use.

Motor Assembly (#177SSVMOTOR)

1. Use the handle to lower the plunger to approximately the half way down position BEFORE installing the motor. (Fig. 3)
2. Remove the handle.
3. Insert the plug of the motor into the socket on the stuffer body. (Fig. 4)
4. Slide the motor onto the slow drive shaft, lining up the mounting thumbscrews to the mounting holes. (Fig. 4)
5. Screw the 3 thumbscrews into the mounting holes, alternating between them so the motor rests flat against the stuffer. (Fig. 4)
6. When parts are properly aligned, snugly tighten the 3 thumbscrews to secure the motor to the stuffer. (Fig. 4)

CAUTION

• The plug of the motor MUST be plugged into the socket entirely. If the plug is not securely inserted, the piston will not be able to stop at the cylinder bottom or the highest position automatically. This may cause the motor to overload or  possibly damage the stuffer or motor. This type of damage is NOT covered under warranty.

Foot Pedal
(Fig. 5)

1. Install the motor onto the stuffer as detailed in steps above.
2. With unit disconnected from power, the foot pedal can be plugged into the underside of the motor.

Operation

Motor Operated Stuffing

• NOTE: For thick mixtures, it is recommended to use the manual hand crank for best performance, as mixtures that are too thick can overwork the motor. To tell if the mixture is too thick, it may not fill the sausage casing evenly. You might observe gaps or uneven distribution of the mixture within the casing.

1. With the motor securely attached to the stuffer, plug in the power cord.

2. Press the POWER button to turn the motor on. The ON light will illuminate.

3. Press the UP button to raise the piston. The unit will automatically stop at the highest position.

4. Remove the cylinder from the base by tilting it off the top brackets, then lift off the lower brackets.

5. Fill the cylinder and reinstall on mounting brackets.

6. Press the DOWN button until the piston reaches the meat mixture, all the air pockets are removed, and meat is starting to be extruded to the end of the stuffing tube.

7. Press the STOP button.

8. Place casing over the stuffing tube and twist, tie, or clip end.

9. You can now begin stuffing.
   • If using the control panel: Press DOWN button and use the speed dial to control the speed of the piston. Press the STOP button at any time to stop the piston from lowering.
   • If using the foot pedal: Depress the pedal and use the speed dial to control the speed of the piston. Release pressure on the pedal to stop the piston. Press UP button while piston is stopped to raise up to the highest position.
   NOTE: The UP, DOWN, and STOP buttons are inactive when depressing the foot pedal.

10. The piston will continue to move down the stuffer until it reaches the bottom of the cylinder. At that time, it will stop for 3 seconds and then automatically rise to the highest position and stop.

11. When finished, clean the unit immediately.

Manual Stuffing
CAUTION
• When the plunger is pulled out of the canister, RELEASE THE HANDLE SLOWLY! Pressure or gravity could cause the handle to spin back slightly and cause injury.

1. With the handle installed, tilt out the canister.

2. Fill the canister with meat and seasoning mixture.

3. Press the mixture down into the canister firmly to release any trapped air.

4. Pivot the canister back into the upright position and snap the top brackets onto the canister mounts.

5. Turn the handle until the plunger comes in contact with the meat and the mixture is ready to extrude out the end of the stuffing funnel.

6. Slip a casing on the end of the stuffing funnel until the entire casing has slid onto the funnel.

7. Tie, twist, or hog ring the end of the casing to seal it.

8. Turn the handle to extrude the mixture into the casing.
   • Fast gear shaft: turn CLOCKWISE to raise the plunger, COUNTERCLOCKWISE to lower the plunger.
   • Slow gear shaft: turn COUNTERCLOCKWISE to raise the plunger, CLOCKWISE to lower the plunger.

9. For best results, apply pressure around the casing, close to the end of the stuffing funnel. This will hold the casing tight and will cause the mixture to pack firmly into the casing.

10. When the end of the casing has been reached, tie, twist, or hog ring the end of the casing to seal the contents inside.

11. When finished, clean the unit immediately.

Cleaning & Maintenance

CAUTION

• ALWAYS unplug the motor from the power source before cleaning.
• DO NOT immerse ANY part of the motor in water or any other liquid.
• DO NOT place the motor in the dishwasher.
• DO NOT take the motor apart for any reason.

1. Remove the stuffing funnel by unscrewing the front ring nut and pulling the funnel out.

2. Turn the handle until the plunger comes up and out of the canister.
   • Fast gear shaft: turn CLOCKWISE to raise the plunger, COUNTERCLOCKWISE to lower the plunger.
   • Slow gear shaft: turn COUNTERCLOCKWISE to raise the plunger, CLOCKWISE to lower the plunger.

3. Pivot the canister outward, then pull the canister up to remove the canister from the stuffer housing.

4. Unscrew the plunger from the plunger shaft.

5. Disassemble the pressure release valve from the plunger.

6. Remove the plunger seal from the plunger.

7. Wash all parts that have come in contact with meat in hot water with a mild detergent.

8. Clean the outside of the motor with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly.

9. Rinse and thoroughly dry all parts immediately.

10. Sanitize as needed.

11. Fully lubricate the shaft, canister, pressure-release valve components, and the front ring nut with a food grade lubricant before and after each use.
    NOTE: The motor is permanently lubricated.

Troubleshooting

Stuffer is hard
to crank.| Meat mixture has become too stiff.| Add water/oil to the mix.
Piston gasket is sticking.| Add lubricant (mineral or vegetable oil) to the piston
gasket and the interior of the cylinder.
Meat is passing
by the piston.| Gasket not installed.| Follow assembly instructions. (Page 4)
Gasket not lubricated.| Lubricate the gasket.
Casings are
bursting when
filling.| Casings are old and brittle.| Follow instructions carefully for the casings you are
using.
Casings were not soaked long enough.
Casings were soaked too long.
Casings should not have been soaked.
Casings were filled too tightly.| Adjust the speed of the piston to fill slower and allow
the casing to move more freely while filling.
Stuffing tube has a burr and is puncturing the casing.| Replace stuffing tube.
Stuffing tube is too large for casings.| Choose a smaller size stuffing tube.
Motor not turning on.| Circuit breaker tripped.| Reset the circuit breaker by pressing the power switch to the OFF position. Then press the reset button on the underside of the motor. Press the power switch to the ON position, the light should
illuminate.
If stuffer has been operated for longer than 20
minutes at a time, the overheat protection may have
been activated.| Turn power switch OFF and allow unit to cool for 15
minutes.

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