SOMERSET CDR-300 Side Operated Dough and Fondant Sheeters Instruction Manual

July 5, 2024
SOMERSET

SOMERSET CDR-300 Side Operated Dough and Fondant Sheeters

Specifications

  • Product : CDR-300 Side Operated Dough & Fondant Sheeters
  • Manufacturer : Somerset Industries
  • Operation : Manual
  • Adjustable rollers for different dough thickness
  • Power Source: Voltage and frequency as per nameplate requirements

Product Usage Instructions

Uncrating and Setup

  1. Cut off the fastener wrapped around the machine and the base.
  2. Lift the machine straight up out of the wooden base.
  3. Install the machine in its final position or temporarily secure it to a solid surface.
  4. Wipe off any dirt with a soft cloth.
  5. Check the nameplate for correct voltage and frequency.
  6. Plug the machine into the proper power source.
  7. Turn the power switch ON and check for proper operation.

Operating Procedure
The rollers are adjustable for different crust thickness:

  • Squeeze the handle to release it.
  • Move the handle left to decrease dough thickness, right to increase it.

Operation

  1. Dust the infeed tray with flour before use.
  2. Ensure dough is at room temperature.
  3. Dust the dough with flour before placing it on the infeed tray.
  4. Follow steps 1 to 3 for dough processing.

Cleaning

  1. Turn off power and disconnect the cord.
  2. Remove safety cover and all scrapers.
  3. Clean rolls with a dry cloth, wipe rollers with lightly oiled cloth (vegetable oil).
  4. Apply thin film of vegetable oil on scraper edges touching rollers
  5. Reinstall scrapers, close safety cover, secure with thumbscrews, and turn power on.

Caution : The machine is maintenance-free. Do not use oil or grease on any parts. All parts are self-lubricated.

WARNING! DO NOT CLEAN OR SERVICE THE MACHINE WITHOUT PRESSING THE RED BUTTON AND UNPLUGGING THE ELECTRICAL CORD FROM THE POWER SUPPLY. KEEP YOUR FINGERS AND HANDS FROM THE ROLLER AREA WHEN OPERATING OR SERVICING THE MACHINE. DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE WITHOUT THE GUARDS IN PLACE. IF THE MACHINE KEEPS RUNNING WITH SAFETY GUARDS REMOVED, IMMEDIETLY PRESS THE STOP BUTTON AND REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE POWER SOURCE. CALL THE FACTORY OR A QUALIFIED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE MACHINE UNTIL PERMITTED BY THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN.

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NOTICE : !! READ CAREFULLY ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU START.!!

UNCRATING AND SETUP

  • Cut off the fastener wrapped around the machine and the base.
  • Lift the machine straight up out of the wooden base.
  • Install the machine in its final position or temporarily secure it to a solid surface.
  • Wipe off any dirt that may accumulate during shipping. Use a soft cloth.
  • Check the nameplate for correct voltage and frequency.
  • Plug the machine to the proper power source that matches the nameplate requirements.
  • Turn the power switch “ON”(green button) and the check for proper operation of the machine.

WARNING!

  • NEVER OPERATE THE MACHINE WITHOUT GUARDS IN PLACE
  • KEEP YOUR HANDS FROM INFEED
  • DO NOT INSERT FOREIGN OBJECTS INTO INFEED
  • DO NOT CLEAN MACHINE WHILE CONNECTED TO ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
  • WATCH YOUR HANDS AND FINGERS

NOTE: The machine will not operate when safety cover is removed.

OPERATING PROCEDURE

The rollers are easily adjustable to any thickness of crust you may need. Release the adjusting handle by squeezing the handle.

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OPERATION

  • Dust the infeed tray with the flour before using the machine.
  • For best results the dough to be rolled should be at room temperature.
  • Dust the dough with flour when putting it on the infeed tray.

Follow steps 1 to 3 as in the following diagram:

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If the dough tears or the machine makes a thumping sound, this indicates that the dough is too thick to go through that particular setting of the rollers or the dough is too cold and stiff and requires longer rest period before use.

  • IF THE DOUGH GETS STUCK, TURN THE POWER OFF, REMOVE SAFETY COVER THEN REMOVE THE DOUGH.
  • NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE DOUGH BY HAND WHILE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING.

CLEANING

Before cleaning
Turn power off and disconnect the power cord of the machine

Remove the safety cover by removing the four thumbscrews.

Top scraper #3
Remove the scraper from its mounting pins by pushing scraper downward. Unhook both springs by lifting scraper up and remove it.

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Bottom scraper #2:
Unhook both springs attached on scraper and remove it by lifting up.

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By removing both scrapers, the whole machine is exposed and ready to be cleaned.

  • Clean the rolls with dry cloth (never use water).
  • Wipe rollers with lightly oiled cloth (use vegetable oil).
  • Wash, dry and apply a thin film of vegetable oil on the edge of scraper that touches the roller.
  • Install the scrapers in the opposite order of their removal.
  • Close the safety cover and secure it with the 4 thumbscrews.
  • Turn the power ON, and the machine is ready for use.

CAUTION

  • THIS MACHINE IS MAINTENANCE FREE. !!
  • NEVER USE OIL OR GREASE ON ANY OF THE PARTS OF THE MACHINE. !!
  • ALL PARTS ARE PERMANENT SELF-LUBRICATED. !!

Quick Tips

  • Fondant Discharge Tray is only included with the CDR-500F or CDR-600F
  • The Scraper pin under the scraper #2 is there for the discharge tray.

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CDR-300 EXPLODED DIAGRAM

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FAQ

  • Q: Can I use oil or grease for lubrication?
    A: No, all parts are self-lubricated. Do not use oil or grease on any parts of the machine.

  • Q: What should I do if the dough gets stuck?
    A: Turn off the power, remove the safety cover, and then remove the stuck dough. Never attempt to remove dough by hand while the machine is running.

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