apuro G784-A Vegetable Cutter Instruction Manual

apuro G784-A Vegetable Cutter

Safety Tips

THE VEGETABLE CUTTER IS A HAZARDOUS 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.
• Consult Local and National Standards to comply with the following:
• Health and Safety at Work Legislation
• Fire Precautions
• Wiring Regulations
• Building Regulations
• DO NOT immerse the appliance in water.
• DO NOT place hands in either food chute.
• DO NOT attempt to cut frozen food with the appliance.
• Suitable for indoor use only.
• Always switch off and disconnect the power supply to the appliance when not in use.
• Regularly check the screws fixing the blades to the cutting discs and tighten as necessary
• This appliance must only be used in accordance with these instructions and by persons competent to do so.
• This appliance is not suitable for use by children.
• 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.

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.

Pack Contents

The following is included:

• Apuro Vegetable Cutter
• Food pusher
• Deflector
• Cleaning brush
• Instruction manual

Apuro prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of packaging 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.

Note: Cutting discs are available separately. Contact your supplier for more details

Operation

Location of Controls

Cutting Vegetables

Note: Before using the first time clean all parts that come into contact with food with warm soapy water.

1. Connect the appliance to the mains power supply.

2. Place the vegetables in the required food chute.

3. Lower the handle or place the food pusher in the chute.
   WARNING: Do not use anything other than the food pusher supplied with the appliance to press vegetables against the blades.

4. Place a suitable container beneath the exit chute to collect the cut vegetables.

5. Turn the power On [I]. The discs begin to spin.

6. Press down on the handle or the food pusher. As the vegetables are cut they are ejected from the cutter mouth.

7. Once all vegetables are cut turn Off the appliance and disconnect it from the power supply.

Selecting a Cutting Disc

The Apuro vegetable cutter utilises various discs for different tasks.

Note: Regularly check the screws fixing the blades to the cutting discs and tighten as necessary.

Changing the Cutting Disc

WARNING: The blades on the cutting disc are sharp. Take care to avoid the edges when changing discs.

1. Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply.

2. Turn the lid release knob anti-clockwise.

3. Remove the food pusher (if inserted) and carefully lift the lid.

4. Turn the disc anti-clockwise and lift it away from the appliance. This may require a sharp tap to free it from the shaft.

5. Slot the new disc in place. Turn the disc if necessary to drop it in place over the lugs.
   Note: Ensure the appliance is clean and free from food debris when changing discs to ensure the disc can be securely fitted.

6. Turn the disc clockwise to secure it in position.

7. Lower the lid and turn the lid release knob clockwise to secure it in place.

Note: The deflector can also be removed by following this procedure. Removing the deflector is necessary to thoroughly clean the appliance.

Using the Base Discs

Some cutting processes require two discs to be inserted into the appliance.

1. Open the lid and remove the cutting disc(s), as described above.

2. Slot the desired base disc onto the appliance.
   Note: The base cutting disc is not perfectly circular and has a lip that sits in the cutter mouth to keep it securely in place.

3. Slot the 8 or 10mm slicing disc on top of the base disc, ensuring it is securely connected to the centre pin and spins freely.
   WARNING: Only the thinner aluminium cutting discs are suitable for use with the base discs. DO NOT use the thicker plastic cutting discs.

4. Lower the lid and turn the lid release knob clockwise to secure it in place.

Cleaning, Care & Maintenance

• Always turn off and disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning.
• Use soapy water and a damp cloth to clean the appliance and cutting discs.
• DO NOT wash the cutting discs in the dishwasher.
• Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
• Ensure all foodstuffs are removed from the appliance after each use.
• If required, lift the cover and loosen the two Lid Release knobs to remove the lid and clean.

Troubleshooting

plugged in correctly and switched on
Plug and lead are damaged| Call Apuro agent or qualified technician
Power supply| Check power supply
Internal wiring fault| Call Apuro agent or qualified technician
Vegetables are not being ejected from chute| Internal blockage| Disconnect from power supply and empty chute/cutting area of vegetables

Technical Specifications

Model| Voltage| Powe| Curre| Cutting Disc RPM| Dimensions h x w x d mm| Weight
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
G784-A| 220-240V~ 50Hz| 550W| 2.4A| 270| 501 x 245 x 607.5| 22kg

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 reserve the right to change specifications without notice.

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