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Operation
Maintenance
CONTROLS
The commands are placed on the body of the cutter. These include the ON button, the OFF button, the PULSE
button and the SPEED knob to regulate the speed. Use the ON button to switch the machine on, and OFF
to switch the machine off, rotate the speed knob clockwise to increase the revolutions and anti-clockwise to
reduce them. Press the PULSE command for the pulse functioning of the machine.
LOADING
CAUTION! Food must only be loaded into the tank when the motor is not running and with the speed
knob at minimum.
Proceed as follows:
1. Rotate the arm in a clockwise direction until the lid can be removed.
2.
CAUTION!! Put the product inside the tank, paying attention not to touch the blades with your hands; if very
large pieces of food are used, dice them into small pieces manually before putting them inside the tank.
CAUTION!! Do not fill the tank more than 1/2 full.
3. Avoid direct contact with the machine during use.
4.
Put the lid back and rotate the arm to the closing position.
5.
Do not use the cutter at low speed for prolonged periods of time.
6.
Add any additional food during the process by removing the cover on the lid.
7.
At the end of the process, set the speed knob to minimum and then stop the machine.
8.
The machine is provided with a device which switches it off after 30 seconds of use at minimum speed. The
device is used to preserve the machine and stop the motor from overheating. If you use the machine at low
speed, allow the machine to rest for at least 30 seconds.
CLEANING
CAUTION! Before performing any cleaning operations you must set the speed knob to minimum and
disconnect the power plug from the mains to completely isolate the machine from the rest of the
system.
GENERAL INFORMATION
• The machine needs to be cleaned at least once a day, or if necessary, more frequently.
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The machine must be washed with neutral detergents at room temperature, using a soft cloth.
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The machine must be cleaned carefully in all its parts, especially those that come into contact with food.
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Do not use pressurised water cleaners or jets of pressurised water to clean the machine.
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Do not use tools, brushes or anything that may damage the machine’s surfaces.
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Do not clean the cutter in a dishwasher.
• Make sure that no residual liquids can get inside the cutter and compromise its functioning and increase
