VOLLRATH 15050 Fruit and Vegetable Wedger Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
: VOLLRATH

Table of Contents

VOLLRATH 15050 Fruit and Vegetable Wedger
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Product Information
Assembly
Parts
Contact
References
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VOLLRATH 15050 Fruit and Vegetable Wedger

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Specifications

Model: Table Top Model / Wall Mount Model
Manufacturer: The Vollrath Company, L.L.C.
Address: 1236 North 18th Street, Sheboygan, WI 53081-3201, U.S.A.
Main Tel: 800.624.2051 or 920.457.4851

Product Usage Instructions

1. Safety Precautions

Blades are sharp and can cause cuts and amputation. Handle with caution. Only trained personnel should operate the equipment or perform maintenance.

2. Blade Maintenance

Wash new blades with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly to remove the protective oil film. Keep the sharp edge away from you when handling blades.

3. Installation Steps

Remove the pusher head assembly:
- For Tabletop models: Slide the pusher head off the rod guides.
- For Wall mount models: Remove the locking pin, lift handle, and slide the pusher head off the guide rods.
Raise the bumpers approximately 2 inches (5.0 cm).
Loosen thumbscrew and carefully remove the blade assembly.
Install the new cutting blade assembly:
- Insert the tab on the blade holder into the base groove.
- Lower the blade holder into a seated position in the base and tighten the thumbscrew.
Slide bumpers down guide rods to contact base assembly.
Lubricate the guide bar with mineral oil or Petrol-Gel after each use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use cooking oil to lubricate the guide bar?
- A: No, do not use cooking oil as it will become sticky and may permanently damage the equipment. Use mineral oil or Petrol-Gel for lubrication.
Q: How often should I replace the cutting blade assembly?
- A: It is recommended to replace the cutting blade assembly when it shows signs of wear or becomes dull for optimal performance and safety.

Product Information

WARNING

Sharp Blade Hazard Blades are sharp and can cause cuts and amputation. To avoid injury from sharp blades, handle with caution. Only trained personal should operate equipment or preform maintenance.

Assembly

Wash new blades with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly to remove the thin protective oil film. Keep the sharp edge away from you when handling blades.

Remove the pusher head assembly:
- Tabletop models: Slide the pusher head off the rod guides.
- Wall mount models: Remove the locking pin (J). Lift handle and slide the pusher head off the guide rods. Place pin back into the hole on the handle assembly to prevent loss.
Raise the bumpers approximately 2” (5.0 cm).
Loosen thumbscrew and carefully remove the blade assembly. Remove the cutting blade assembly by pressing upwards on the bottom of the side of the blade holder, where the thumbscrew is located. Discard the old blade assembly.
Install the new cutting blade assembly by inserting the tab on the blade holder into the groove in the base, then lowering the blade holder into the seated and flush position in the base. Tighten the thumbscrew.
Slide bumpers down guide rods to contact base assembly. Position pusher head assembly onto the guide rods, slowly lower pusher head assembly, and check pusher head block to blade alignment.
Lubricate the guide bar with mineral oil or Petrol-Gel after each use. Do not use cooking oil as it will become sticky and may permanently damage the equipment.

Parts

A Guide Rods. Guides and align the pusher head onto the blade set.
B Handle. Used to lower and raise the pusher head block
C Guides. Used for smooth and consistent operation of pusher head on the guide rods
D Pusher Head Assembly. Made up of the pusher head block (and “T” handle for tabletop models).
E Bumpers. Cushions the stop of the pusher head. J Locking Pin. Secures the pusher head to the handle.
F Thumbscrew. Used to secure the pusher head block or the blade assembly.
G Pusher Head Bock. Pushes the food product through the blade set.Specifically sized to match the corresponding blade assembly.
H Blade Assembly. Houses the blades. Specifically sized to match the corresponding pusher head block
I Base Assembly. Holds the guide rods and blade assembly.
J Locking Pin. Secures the pusher head to the handle.