VOLLRATH VOL-1812 Cube King Instruction Manual

: August 13, 2024
: VOLLRATH

Table of Contents

Thank You
Safety Precautions
Function and Purpose
Features and Controls
Unpacking the Equipment and Initial Setup
Operation
Cleaning
Preventative Maintenance
Replacing Blade/Wire Assembly
Warranty Statement for The Vollrath Co. L.L.C.
Service and Repair
Customer Support
References
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VOLLRATH VOL-1812 Cube King

Thank You

Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath Counter food processing equipment. Before operating the unit, 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 unit 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 can cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the warning is ignored.

CAUTION

Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury or property damage if the caution is ignored.

NOTE

Note is used to notify people of installation, operation, or maintenance information that is important but not hazard-related.

For Your Safety!

These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow these precautions could result in injury to yourself and others.

To reduce risk of injury or damage to the unit:

Check unit before each use to insure the equipment is clean.
Check for broken, nicked or dull blades and if found, replace the blade assembly.

Function and Purpose

Intended for cutting cheese and other soft food products.

Features and Controls

A HANDLE. Used to lower and raise the cutting bow assembly.
B HINGE SIDE GUIDE. Supports the food product closest to the hinge.
C NON-HINGE SIDE GUIDE. Supports the food product farthest from the hinge.
D CUTTING BOW ASSEMBLY. Pivots on the pivot pin and holds the cutting wires
E CUTTING WIRES. Cuts through the food product.
F PIVOT PIN. Holds the cutting bow assembly.
G BASE ASSEMBLY. Holds the guides and cutting bow assembly.
Figure 1. Features and Controls.

Unpacking the Equipment and Initial Setup

Carefully remove packaging materials from the unit. When no longer needed, dispose of all packaging, materials in an environmentally responsible manner.

Operation

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Sharp Blade/wire Hazard.
Blades are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid injury from sharp blades, handle with caution.

Prior to first use, it is important to clean the unit. Wash new blades with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly to remove the thin protective oil film.

Place the unit on a clean, flat work surface
Before each use, check that the unit is clean and the cutting wire (E) is in good condition. If loose or broken, the cutting wire must be replaced. See Figure 1.
Verify that the cutting bow assembly (D) is the desired size.
Prepare the food product to be processed.
Lift the handle (A) and place the food product on the hinge side guide (B) with the flat side down.
Remove hand from the guide area (C and B) area and place that hand on work surface.
Using a slow, consistent movement draw the cutting wire (E) through the food product.
Repeat this process until you have prepared enough food product for your daily needs.
Clean and lubricate your machine immediately after each use. See the CLEANING section of this manual for more information.

Cleaning

To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your daily.

NOTE:
Food acids will make blades dull and corrode the metal. Always clean this food preparation machine immediately after every use.

To remove the cutting bow assembly (D) slide the pivot pin (F) off the base assembly (G). Figure 1.
Wipe, rinse or spray off unit, cutting bow assembly (D) and base assembly (G) thoroughly with HOT water.
Do not put this machine in a dishwasher or dish machine with soaps, detergents, or other alkaline chemicals that can harm the machine.
After cleaning, let the machine air dry.
Lubricate the pivot pin (F) with mineral oil or Petro Gel after each use. Do not use cooking oil as it will become sticky and may permanently damage the machine.
Install the cutting bow assembly (D) by holding it in position and sliding the pivot pin (F) through the base assembly and the cutting bow assembly (D).

Preventative Maintenance

Clean machine after every use.
Use for intended purposes only.
Change blades/wire regularly – based on usage.

Replacing Blade/Wire Assembly

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Sharp Blade/wire Hazard.
Blades are sharp and can cause cuts. To avoid injury from sharp blades, handle with caution.

Wash new blades with warm, soapy water and rinse thoroughly to remove the thin protective oil film.

Place the cutting bow (F) assembly in vise or clamp to a secure surface.
Loosen the cap screws (A and B) approximately one (1) full turn. See Figure 2.
Figure 2. Replacing the Cutting Wire (3/4” Cut Model Shown).
Remove and discard old the cutting wire (D).
Slowly uncoil the new cutting wire using caution not to kink the wire.
Measure the length needed. For 3/4” cut models a 5 foot cutting wire length is correct. For 3/8” cut models a 10 foot cutting wire length is correct. Recoil and store any unused cutting wire.
Leave approximately a 4” (10.2 cm) tail of new cutting wire (D) route to the (C) side and snug the screw (B).
Wearing leather or other abrasion resistant gloves route wires as shown in Figure 2. Pulling snuggly during the routing process. (Use the same pattern for the 3/8” cut models).
Place new cutting wire (D) on the side (C) and secure the loose end of the cutting wire using screw (B).
Place the tension tool (E) on the edge of the cutting bow (F) as shown.
Wrap the cutting wire (D) around the screw (G) and tighten.
Slightly loosen screw (B) and slowly rotate the tension tool (E) in the direction shown. Tighten the screw (B).
Wrap cutting wire (D) 3/4 of the way around screw (A)
Tighten screw (G) and cut or break cutting wire (D) by wiggling it.
On the other edge of the cutting bow place the tension tool (E) on the edge of the cutting bow (F) as shown.
Wrap the cutting wire (D) around the other screw (G) and tighten.
Slightly loosen screw (B) and slowly rotate the tension tool (E) in the direction shown. Tighten the screw (B).
Tighten screw (G) and cut or break cutting wire (D) by wiggling it.
Remove the cutting bow assembly from the vise or clamp.

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.

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.

Customer Support

www.vollrathco.com

The Vollrath Company, L.L.C.
1236 North 18th Street
Sheboygan, WI 53081-3201
U.S.A.
Main Tel: 800.628.0830
Service Tel: 800.628.0832
FAX: 800.752.5620

Vollrath of Canada, Co.
Tel: 800.695.8560
FAX: 800.752.5620
© 2010 The Vollrath Company, L.L.C.