IN S TR U C TI O N S MODEL 5212 & 5212F MEAT SAWS MODEL 5212 5212F ML-31665 ML-31666 EXECUTIVE OFFICES 701 RIDGE AVENUE TROY, OHIO 45374-0001 FORM 19465 (11-95)
Installation, Operation, and Care of MODEL 5212 & 5212F MEAT SAWS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL The 5212 Meat Saw is rugged, durable, and easy to clean. The carriage (Fig.1) has stainless steel ball bearings providing easy travel and dependability. The shaped front edge of the carriage is comfortable to the operator's body even when leaned on during movement. The carriage lock is standard. Instead of the rolling carriage, model 5212F has a stationary cutting table often used for poultry cutting.
INSTALLATION UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY Immediately after unpacking the meat saw, check for possible shipping damage. If the meat saw is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery. Prior to installation, test the electrical service to make sure it agrees with the specifications on the machine data plate located on the base. Packed in the scrap pan in the base compartment are the pusher plate, feet, and set screws.
LOWER GUIDE AND WIPER ASSEMBLY The lower guide and wiper assembly fits in the slideway of the wiper bracket (Fig. 3). The blade fits in the slots of both the steel guide and the nylon guard. Wipers fit on both sides of the blade. This assembly includes a wiper for wiping the lower pulley during use. Blade Guide Nylon Guard Locator Block Lower Guide and Wiper TABLE In use, the table is aligned and supported by the locator block (Fig. 3) and four table rests (Fig. 4) fastened to the machine base.
CARRIAGE (Model 5212) In use, the carriage can roll back and forth between the left carriage stop (Fig. 4) and the right carriage stop, assuming the spring loaded carriage lock (Fig. 5) has not locked the carriage in a stationary position. To remove the carriage, turn either of the carriage stops 90 degrees so the bumper is toward the rear (Fig. 4). Roll the carriage off either end while lifting it free of the carriage guide (Fig. 5).
BLADE GUIDE The blade guide in the lower guide and wiper assembly (Fig. 3) is available in additional sizes if using other than the standard .020" blade. Contact Service to change the blade guide for other widths. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE APPLICABLE PORTIONS OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES.
OPERATION SAFETY DEVICES INCORPORATED IN THIS SAW MUST BE IN THEIR CORRECT OPERATING POSITIONS ANYTIME THE SAW IS IN USE. SAFETY FEATURES Upper Guide and Guard Assembly Before turning the saw on, raise or lower the upper guide and guard assembly by grasping the hand knob and sliding up or down so the cutting zone is only as high as necessary for the piece being cut. Doors, Covers, and Guards All doors, covers, and guards must be in their operating position (closed) while the machine is running.
GAUGE PLATE When making several cuts of the same thickness, set the gauge plate (Fig. 7) by turning the adjusting knob. A reference scale on the table indicates thickness of cut. If the gauge plate is not needed, you may lift the adjusting knob, disengaging the rack teeth, and slide it to the rear; or raise the gauge plate to a vertical position and slide it out of the way. The adjustable gauging pin (Fig.
CLEANING AND SANITIZING WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH INDICATING THE CIRCUIT IS BEING WORKING ON BEFORE CLEANING THIS MACHINE. The saw must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized: Before first use; After each day's operation; Anytime it is not to be used for an extended period of time; or Before being put into operation after an extended downtime.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH INDICATING THAT YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT BEFORE BEGINNING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE. LUBRICATION The motor has permanently lubricated ball bearings and requires no additional lubrication. CHANGING SAW BLADES If changing saw blades, disassemble components as described in REMOVING THE BLADE, page 5, and the instructions for any component throughout the manual.
