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General MC-50

General MC-50
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OPERATOR'S GUIDE
FOOD CHOPPER
MODELS: SD-50, MC-50, MC-100, SD112, MC112
CONTENTS
Safety ...............................................................
2 Attachments .................................................………..
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General Description.......................................... 3 Troubleshooting ………............................................. 11
Unpacking and Assembly................................. 4 Lubrication and Maintenance ....................…………. 12
Cleaning ...........................................................
5 Parts Replacement and Service ...................………. 12
Electrical Requirements ................................... 8 Replacement Parts ......…............................…………
13
Operation ........……...…....................................
9
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General MC-50 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGeneral
ModelMC-50
CategoryMeat Grinder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety

Recognize Safety Information

Alerts users to potential injury and recommends precautions for safe operation.

Understand Signal Words

Defines hazard levels associated with DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION signals.

Read All Instructions

Instructs users to read the manual before operation to prevent injury or damage.

Keep Out of Reach of Children

Specifies that the chopper is for commercial use and operators must be 18+.

Do Not Feed Food By Hand

Warns against feeding food by hand and recommends using the foodpusher.

Do Not Operate If Damaged

Instructs not to operate a damaged chopper and to seek authorized service.

Keep Machine Away From Water

Prohibits immersing the machine base or chopper in water or liquids.

Attachments

Recommends using manufacturer-approved attachments and following their instructions.

Save These Instructions

Encourages keeping the booklet in a convenient location for future reference.

General Description

Warning Labels

Highlights that warning labels are attached to the choppers and should not be removed.

Diagram of Parts

Illustrates and labels the main components of the food chopper.

Rear View

Depicts the rear of the unit, highlighting the power switch and reset button.

Unpacking and Assembly

Unpacking

Guides users on inspecting the shipping carton and its contents for any damage.

Assembly

Provides a caution for assembling the chopper on a stable, level surface.

Tray Support Bracket

Details the procedure for installing the tray support bracket onto the chopper body.

Cleaning

General Cleaning Instructions

Instructs on cleaning and sanitizing the chopper before first use and after each use.

Disassembly for Cleaning

Outlines the initial step of removing the tray for cleaning purposes.

Cylinder Head Assembly Disassembly

Details the process of disassembling the cylinder head assembly for thorough cleaning.

Cylinder Head Assembly Disassembly (cont.)

Completes the cylinder head disassembly, including removing the ring collar and parts.

Wash All Surfaces

Provides instructions for washing and drying all surfaces and parts of the chopper assembly.

Reassembly

Introduces the steps for reassembling the food chopper components.

Cylinder Head Assembly Reassembly

Guides users through reassembling the cylinder head and feedscrew into the unit.

Cylinder Head Assembly Reassembly (cont.)

Completes the cylinder head reassembly, including knife, plate, collar, and tray.

Electrical Requirements

Power Connection

Instructs to plug the chopper into a grounded three-prong outlet, avoiding extension cords.

Power Source

Specifies using a 115 Volt, A.C., 60 Hz power source as indicated on the data plate.

Electrical Codes

Emphasizes compliance with local and national electrical codes for all connections.

Operation

Cutter Plate Selection

Details the selection and use of various cutter plates for different textures and food types.

Standard Cutter Plate

Describes the general-purpose 3/16" cutter plate for medium coarse texture.

Other Cutter Plates Available

Lists available cutter plates and their recommended uses, from fine to coarse grinding.

Pre-Operation Checks

Advises removing bone and gristle, and cutting product into 2" pieces before grinding.

Starting the Operation

Instructs users to plug the power cord into a grounded outlet and set the switch to ON.

Feeding the Product

Emphasizes using the foodpusher and not feeding food by hand to ensure safety.

Repeat Process for Finer Texture

Explains repeating the grinding process or using a smaller hole cutter plate for finer textures.

Post-Operation

Instructs to turn the switch to OFF, unplug the cord, and clean the chopper after each use.

Attachments

Sausage Tube Operation

Details the steps for using the sausage tube attachment for making sausages.

Prepare Product for Sausage

Guides on grinding the product, adding seasonings, and mixing thoroughly.

Assemble Sausage Tube

Explains how to remove parts and assemble the sausage tube with the ring collar.

Prepare Sausage Casings

Provides instructions for cleaning sausage casings and fitting them onto the sausage tube.

Filling Sausage Casings

Instructs on tying knots and feeding the sausage product into the casing on the tube.

Troubleshooting

Motor Strains When Starting

Suggests loosening the ring collar if the motor strains during startup.

Meat Does Not Feed Easily

Advises cutting the product into smaller pieces if it does not feed easily.

Excess Juices Build Up

Explains clearing a clogged drain hole when excess juices build up in the head.

Motor Stalls or Stops While Operating

Addresses motor stalls due to blockage and explains using the reset button and larger plates.

Meat Appears to Be Stringy

Recommends replacing a dull knife and/or cutter plate if meat appears stringy.

Meat Appears to Be Mushy

Suggests loosening the ring collar or using a larger cutter plate if meat is mushy.

Lubrication and Maintenance

Lubrication

States that the unit is permanently lubricated and requires no additional oil or grease.

Maintenance

Advises replacing dull knife/plates and worn fiber washers to prevent damage.

Parts Replacement and Service

Parts Replacement

Guides on ordering spare parts by specifying model, serial, and part numbers.

Service

Recommends consulting the owner's packet for factory-authorized service center locations.

Replacement Parts Price List

Models: SD-50 MC-50 SD112 MC-112

Lists replacement parts and prices for specific food chopper models.

Optional Cutter Plates

Details optional cutter plates available for purchase, including sizes and part numbers.

Motors

Lists various motor assemblies and related components with their respective part numbers.

Replacement Parts Price List (MC-100)

Model: MC-100

Lists replacement parts and prices specifically for the MC-100 food chopper model.

Optional Cutter Plates

Details optional cutter plates available for the MC-100, including sizes and part numbers.

Motors

Lists various motor assemblies and related components for the MC-100 with part numbers.

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