VOLLRATH 500N Onion King Onion Cutter Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- VOLLRATH
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VOLLRATH 500N Onion King Onion Cutter
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Onion King™ Food Slicer
Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath equipment. Before operating the equipment, read and familiarize yourself with the following operating and safety instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Save the original box and packaging. Use this packaging to ship the equipment if repairs are needed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand their meaning. This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully.
WARNING
Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor or major personal injury if the caution is ignored.
NOTICE: Notice is used to note information that is important but not hazard-related.
To reduce risk of injury or damage to the equipment
- Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling or operating this equipment.
- Check the blade assembly to make sure it is properly tensioned.
- Check equipment before each use to ensure the equipment is clean.
- Check for broken or dull blades and if found, replace the blade assembly.
- Check to ensure that the pusher head sits down completely on the rubber bumpers.
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE
Intended for cutting vegetables and fruits. It is not intended for household, industrial or laboratory use.
Item No.
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Description
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500N|
³⁄₁₆” (4.8 cm) – 13 blades
501N|
¹⁄₄” (6.4 cm) – 11 blades
502N|
³⁄₈” (9.5 cm) – 7 blades
503N|
¹⁄₂” (12.7 cm) – 6 blades
FEATURES
A. Leg Assembly
B. Pusher Head Bumper
C. Safety Handle / Pivot Rod
D. Pusher Head Assembly
E. Handle
F. Pusher Head Fingers
G. Blade Assembly
H. Base Assembly
ASSEMBLY
Tools You Will Need
- Flat head screwdriver
WARNING
Sharp Blade Hazard
Blades are sharp and can cut skin. To avoid injury from sharp blades, wear cut-resistant gloves when using or handling this product.
1. Remove the screws from the underside of the frame.
2. Thread the screws through the holes in the leg.
3. Tighten the screws to secure the leg to the frame.
BEFORE FIRST USE – TENSION THE BLADES
NOTICE: Blade tension must be checked before first use and before each use. Failure to inspect and tension the blade may lead to poor performance and blade damage. Damage due to failure to properly tension the blade assembly is not covered under warranty.
Tools You Will Need
- Cut-resistant gloves
- 3/8″ socket and socket wrench (¹⁄₄” drive recommended)
- Torque wrench (optional)
NOTICE: HAND TIGHTEN ONLY. Do NOT use power tools to tighten the screws on this equipment. Power tools may damage the equipment.
NOTICE: HAND TIGHTEN ONLY. Do NOT use power tools to tighten the screws on this equipment. Power tools may damage the equipment.
NOTICE: It is important to perform the following steps in order. Changing the sequence may damage the equipment.
Check Blade Assembly Position
1. Inspect the position of the blade assembly at the long leg end of the frame. The assembly should be evenly flat against the inside of the frame. See below.
2. If the blade assembly is not evenly flat against the frame, use the socket wrench to tighten the screws on the long leg end until the blade assembly is evenly flat with the frame.
Tension the Blade Assembly
These slicers have two screws on each end that hold the blade assembly to the frame. To tension the blades, tighten the screws on the short leg end.
NOTICE: Hand tighten only. Do NOT use power tools. Using power tools could damage the equipment.
1. Use the socket wrench to tighten the screws as tight as possible.
Notice the corresponding o-rings located between the blade assembly and the frame. They should be compressed to approximately ³⁄₃₂” thick. If you have a torque wrench, use it to verify the screws are tightened to 70 in lbs.
These slicers have four screws on each end that hold the blade assembly to the frame. To tension the blades, tighten the screws on the short leg end.
NOTICE: Hand tighten only. Do NOT use power tools. Using power tools could damage the equipment.
1. Use the socket wrench to tighten the screws in a criss cross pattern.
Repeat until all of the screws as tight as possible. If you have a torque wrench, use it to verify the screws are tightened to 70 in lbs.
OPERATION
WARNING
Sharp Blade Hazard
Blades are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid injury from sharp blades, handle
with caution.
Inspect the Equipment
NOTICE: The blade assembly tension MUST be checked before each use. Failure to inspect and tighten the tension may lead to poor performance and blade damage. Damage due to failure to properly tighten the blade assembly is not covered under warranty.
1. Verify that the equipment is clean.
2. Verify blade tension. See the procedure in this manual.
3. Verify the blades are in good condition. Do not use this equipment if the
blades are not in good condition. Contact Vollrath to order a replacement
blade assembly.
4. Check for proper blade alignment. Slowly set the pusher head onto the
blade assembly. They should slide together with no obstructions. If there are
obstructions, examine the pusher fingers. If they are nicked or burred, smooth
the rough edges with a small flat file. The spaces between the fingers must be
uniform. Straighten any bent fingers.
Prepare the Food
Prepare the food to be processed. Food must be 3″ (2.6 cm) or less in diameter.
Slice the Food
1. Lift the handle and place the food on the rear of the blade assembly.
2. Remove your hands from the blade assembly area.
3. Grasp the safety handle with your left hand.
4. With your right hand, lower the handle to slightly score the food.
5. Raise the handle and then use a strong, quick, downward thrust on the
handle to push the food through the blade assembly.
CLEANING
WARNING
Sharp Blade Hazard
Blades are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid injury from sharp blades, handle
with caution.
To maintain the appearance and increase service life, clean this equipment daily.
NOTICE: Food acids, if left on the blades, will erode and dull the cutting edge prematurely. Always clean this equipment immediately after every use.
NOTICE: Do not put this equipment in a dishwasher.
NOTICE: Hand wash using a solution of mild detergent and warm water. Do NOT
use harsh chemicals or scratching cleansers. These can damage the equipment.
NOTICE: Do not wipe across the blades or use scrub pads on this equipment. Wiping across the sharp edges of the blades can cause injury and will dull the blades.
1. Raise the handle open to the highest position possible.
2. The blade assembly is best cleaned by using the cleaning brush accessory
(sold separately) to push food particles out from the unsharpened side of the
blade assembly.
3. If you do not have the cleaning brush, use water under pressure to push
food particles out from the unsharpened side of the blade assembly.
4. Wipe, rinse or spray off equipment, pusher head assembly and blade
assembly thoroughly with HOT water.
5. Allow the equipment to air dry.
6. Lubricate the pivot rod 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
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Might be Caused By
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Course of Action
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Food is not cut cleanly or is damaged.
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Improper food preparation.
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See the Prepare the Food and Slice the Food sections in this manual.
Blade tension is not correct.
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Properly tension the blades. See the procedure in this manual.
Blades are damaged.
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Replace the blade assembly.
SERVICE AND REPAIR
Serviceable parts are available on Vollrath.com.
To avoid serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the unit or replace
a damaged power cord yourself. Do not send units directly to The Vollrath
Company LLC. Please contact Vollrath Technical Services for instructions.
When contacting Vollrath Technical Services, please be ready with the item
number, model number (if applicable), serial number, and proof of purchase
showing the date the unit was purchased.
WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE VOLLRATH CO. L.L.C.
This warranty does not apply to products purchased for personal, family or
household use, and The Vollrath Company LLC does not offer a written warranty
to purchasers for such uses.
The Vollrath Company LLC warrants the products it manufactures or distributes
against defects in materials and workmanship as specifically described in our
full warranty statement. In all cases, the warranty runs from the date of the
end user’s original purchase date found on the receipt. Any damages from
improper use, abuse, modification or damage resulting from improper packaging
during return shipment for warranty repair will not be covered under warranty.
For complete warranty information, product registration and new product announcement, visit www.vollrath.com.
The Vollrath Company, L.L.C. Headquarters
1236 North 18th Street
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
53081-3201 USA
Main Tel: 800-624-2051 or
920-457-4851
Main Fax: 800-752-5620 or
920-459-6573
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