gorenje R708A Food Slicer Instruction Manual
- July 22, 2024
- Gorenje
Table of Contents
gorenje R708A Food Slicer
This appliance is designed only for domestic use or similar non-industrial applications. Non-industrial applications include e.g. use in employee kitchens in shops, offices, agricultural and other commercial businesses, as well as use by guests in boarding houses, small hotels, and similar dwellings. Use the appliance for processing the usual household quantities of food. Please keep the instruction manual in a safe place and if the appliance changes hands, pass them on to a new owner.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Risk of injury from sharp blade!
The blade is very sharp. Keep hands clear of the blade. After switching off,
the drive continues for a short time. Wait for the blade to come to a
standstill! After work, set the cutting width to 0. This appliance must be
used with the sliding feed table and the piece holder in position unless this
is not possible due to the size or shape of the food. The appliance may be
connected and operated only by the specifications on the rating plate. Do not
use the damaged appliance or the damaged power lead. Only our customer service
may repair the appliance, e.g. by replacing a damaged power cord, to avoid
hazards. Never connect this appliance to an external timer switch or remote
control system to avoid a hazardous situation. After using the appliance, if
it is left unattended or if the appliance is faulty, always disconnect the
power lead from the main socket. Never leave the appliance unattended while it
is switched on! Do not pull the power lead over sharp edges. To prevent
injury, any repairs such as replacing a damaged power lead, should only be
carried out by customer service. Worn-out appliances must be made unsuitable
for further use. 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 they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by
children. Keep the appliance out of the reach of children. The wall socket
must be accessible and must be earthed according to technical specifications.
The appliance is only suitable for cutting firm foods, such as bread, sausage
or semi-hard cheese. The cutting of other substances (e.g.wood) or very hard
foods (bone, hard cheese, deep-frozen food) is not permitted. If the power
supply is interrupted, the appliance remains switched ON and will start
running again when the power supply is restored.
Risk of electric shock!
Never immerse the appliance in water or place it under running water and do not clean in the dishwasher. Do not use the appliance near a sink filled with water !
Caution
The motor may overheat! After a maximum 10 minutes of continuous use, switch
OFF the appliance and allow it to cool down. B Noise level: Lc < 65 dB(A)
Overview
Fig. A
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Rotary knob and stop plate
Set slicing width (0 to 15 mm). -
Start lock-out
Press and hold to switch on. Prevents the appliance from being unintentionally switched on. -
ON button
Instantaneous setting -
Blade
-
Carriage
Guide the food which is to be sliced against the blade. -
Slide
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Pos. 1 (slide on left)
= Lock the carriage in the end position -
Pos. 2 (slide in right)
= Carriage movable
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Base
Supports the carriage. -
“Sausage end” holder
Cuts residual pieces safely. 9 Cord store
Operation
Before using the appliance for the first time, clean thoroughly.
Preparation
- Place the appliance on a smooth, clean surface.
- Pull out cable from the cord store 9 to the required length:
- Remove the cable from the two clamping slots.
- Pull out/push in cable past the cover to the required length.
Re-attach the cable end.
Attach carriage 5 and “sausage end” holder 8.
- Use the rotary knob 1 to set the required cutting width.
- Insert the plug.
Switching the appliance ON/OFF
Risk of injury from sharp blade!
The blade is very sharp. Keep hands clear of the blade. After switching off,
the drive continues for a short time. After work, set the cutting width to 0.
Instantaneous switching
- Press the switch-on safety device and hold it down.
- Then press ON button until the power tool starts running.
- Release the switch-on safety device again.
To stop the appliance, release the ON button.
Continuous operation
- Press the switch-on safety device and hold it down.
- Then press the ON button until it locks into position.
- Release the switch-on safety device again.
To stop the appliance, press the ON button again and release.
Slicing
- Slide the slide 6 to right.
- Pull the carriage away from the blade to the end position.
- Place the food that is to be sliced on the carriage and gently push against the stop plate.
- Slowly slide the food which is to be sliced against the moving blade.
After using the appliance
- Release the ON button.
- Set the slicing width to 0.
- Slide the carriage towards the blade into the end position and lock with slide 6 in Pos. 1.
Notes
- Cut sausage and cheese first and bread last. The appliance is then easier to clean.
- For reasons of hygiene, the appliance and the blade should be cleaned immediately after slicing greasy food (e.g.meat, sausage, cheese). X “Cleaning”
Cleaning
The appliance requires no maintenance! Thorough cleaning guarantees a long service life.
Risk of electric shock!
Never immerse the appliance in water or place it under running water and do
not clean it in the dishwasher.
Risk of injury from sharp blade!
Before cleaning the appliance, pull out the mains plug and remove the blade.
Do not grip the blade by the cutting surface but by the blade attachment.
Risk of injury from falling blade!
When re-attaching the blade, ensure that it is locked correctly in position =
blade holder in horizontal position.
Caution!
- Surfaces may be damaged. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents.
Cleaning the appliance
- Wipe the appliance and blade with a damp cloth and then a dry cloth. If required, use a little detergent.
- Carriage and “Sausage end” holders are dishwasher-proof.
Removing/inserting the blade
Fig. B
- Slide back the carriage until the blade is accessible.
- Rotate the blade attachment all the way in a clockwise direction.
- Carefully remove the blade.
Fig. C
- To insert the blade, hold the blade attachment vertically and insert.
- Rotate blade attachment all the way in an anti-clockwise direction (must “click” into position).
Removing/inserting the carriage
Fig. D
- Set the rotary knob to Pos. ↓ .
- Pull carriage back as far as possible and remove it from the base.
- Insert by sliding the carriage along the guide in the base.
Storage
Risk of injury from sharp blade! Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
- Set the rotary knob 1 to 0.
- Slide the carriage towards the blade into the end position and lock with slide 6 in Pos. 1.
- Unplug the cord and stow in the cord store 9.
This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). This guideline is the frame of a European-wide validity of return and recycling on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
Environment
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment.
Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem, please contact the Gorenje Customer Care Centre in your country (you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Gorenje dealer or contact the Service department of Gorenje domestic appliances. For personal use only! We reserve the right to any modifications!
GORENJE WISHES YOU A LOT OF PLEASURE WHEN USING YOUR APPLIANCE