FOOD STRAINER VKP250 Instruction Manual *Optional Motor Instructions Pages 10-17
Table of Contents Parts Diagram .................................................................................1 Operating Precautions ...................................................................2 Product Overview ..........................................................................3 Care Instructions ............................................................................3 Preparing Specific Produce Types ...............................................4 Straining Tips ....................
ATTENTION Before using your new Victorio Food Strainer, please read and follow all instructions. Carefully study the diagrams on the following pages to become familiar with the various parts of your Food Strainer.
Operating Precautions WARNING! Never operate the strainer dry. This will damage the screen and spiral. Never use any tool except the food pusher in the hopper. Never operate the food strainer if any parts are missing or damaged. Never operate the food strainer without clamping it securely in place. Always make sure the food strainer is clamped securely to a sturdy surface before assembling and using. (See diagram below for correct mounting examples).
Product Overview Congratulations on your purchase of a Victorio Food Strainer! You will definitely find this to be a useful addition to your kitchen. If you are concerned about how to use your food strainer, don’t worry. This manual will give you step by step instructions to guide you through the process.
Preparing Specific Produce Types While this sections teaches you how to prepare different types of fruits and vegetables, it also introduces optional accessory screens and spirals that do not come standard with the food strainer (see p. 8 for details). APPLE SAUCE It is best to use a variety of apple types. Make sure they are ripe and free of blemish. Wash, and remove stems, then cut into quarters. It is not necessary to remove the skin, core or seeds. Simmer or steam until tender – about 15 to 20 minutes.
POTATOES Make mashed potatoes quickly for large groups or families. No need to peel. Just quarter, cook until soft, and then strain through the Pumpkin Screen or Salsa Screen. Season to taste. GRAPES Remove stems and rinse grapes thoroughly. Use the Grape Spiral when straining grapes to keep the strainer from binding or getting too difficult to turn. Strain the grapes using the Apple/Tomato Screen for best results.
Assembly Instructions (Use with parts diagram on p. 1) View our assembly video on our website at www.Victorio.info. 1. To begin assembly, mount the Food Strainer body (2) to a table or countertop. Do not over-tighten (see diagram on p. 2). 2. Put the spring (10) onto the shaft (9) that is already installed in the strainer body. 3. Make sure the rubber gasket (12) is seated on the inside rim of the screen (14). 4. Place the small end of the 5.
7. Snap the small end of the spout 8. Slide the squirt guard (17) over (15) into place on the end of the the screen from the rear so that screen. it snaps onto the body and the small end of the spout. 9. Place the hopper (1) on top of the strainer body (2) and insert the handle (5) in the end of the drive shaft. Your Food Strainer is now assembled and ready for use. Strainer Use Instructions View our use video on our website at www.Victorio.info. 1.
Discard the waste peelings, cores, seeds, etc. 5. The strained food should be used immediately or preserved through canning, freezing, or dehydrating. To be assured of safety and quality in preserved foods, always use recipes from reliable home canning guides. For more information visit our website, www.Victorio.info. Helpful Hints 1. The Strainer operates easily when fruits and vegetables are in the spiral, but difficult to turn when empty.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM SOLUTION It is hard to turn the handle when the strainer is empty or dry. DO NOT crank the handle while the food strainer is dry! Doing so will damage the screen and spiral. It is hard to turn because it is empty. Once food is placed in the hopper and you begin the straining process, the handle will be The strainer has become stuck or jammed and is very hard to crank or cannot be cranked at all. Crank the handle several times in reverse, then turn it forward again slowly.
VICTORIO FOOD STRAINER MOTOR VKP250-M (optional) *The electric motor is an optional accessory and is sold separately. Drive Shaft On / Off Switch Vents Motor Latch Cord Overload Breaker Features: Installs quickly and easy to use. Energy efficient and durable. High torque power combined with all metal gears provide years of reliable service.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! - Failure to follow these safety instructions correctly will lead to a risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using electric appliances, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read and follow all instructions before operating the motor. Connect motor to a properly grounded outlet only (See ‘Grounding Instructions’ on p. 12).
Do not cover the motor ventilation holes. Make sure the motor is attached to the food strainer properly before operating (See ‘Installation Instructions’ on p. 15). Only use electric motor (model VKP250-M) with Victorio Food Strainer (model VKP250). This appliance is for household use only. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS - (See diagrams below) THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.
Circuit Breaker Instructions: The motor includes a resettable overload breaker to prevent risk of personal injury or food strainer damage. Instructions for resetting overload breaker: Turn the switch to the off (“O”) position and unplug the motor from the outlet. Remove the motor from the food strainer. Wait 10 minutes for the motor to cool, then manually reset the breaker by pressing in on the top of the breaker until it locks.
Motor Use Instructions Make sure you have read the Important Safety Instructions on p. 12 before installing the motor. Installation Steps: 1. Remove the motor from the packaging and make sure the power switch is in the off (“O”) position (see diagram on p. 13) and the motor is unplugged. 2. Use the crank handle to position the strainer shaft so the motor shaft can fit in (see diagram below). Strainer notches should line up with motor drive shaft key. 3.
5. You will know the motor is correctly in place when the motor latch is secure around the strainer body (see diagram below). Make sure the motor latch is secured to the food strainer before operating the motor! 6. Make sure the power switch is still in the off (“O”) position and plug the motor cord into a correct power source (see diagram on p. 13). 7. WARNING! - Do not turn on the motor at this point! You will damage your strainer by running it when the screen and spiral are dry. 8.
Removal Steps: 1. To remove the motor, make sure the power switch is in the off (“O”) position and the cord is no longer in the outlet. Twist Clockwise 2. Firmly grasp the motor and twist in a clockwise direction to release the motor latch from the body of the strainer. (See diagram above). 3. The motor may be tight and hard to remove. If so, rock it up and down gently as you pull straight back. (See diagram below). 4.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM SOLUTION I cannot attach the motor. Review p. 14 on how to attach the motor, including how to correctly align the motor shaft with the food strainer shaft. I cannot remove the motor. Review the diagram on p. 16 and read how to remove the motor. Sometimes the motor shaft can get stuck or be difficult to remove. The motor does not turn on. Review the instructions and diagram on p. 13 about the Power Switch and the Overload Breaker.
Product Warranty Model VKP250 - Food Strainer Warranty: 1 year Model VKP250-M - Optional Motor Warranty: 1 year We are confident in the quality of our products and back each one with a limited warranty for the length of time specified above. Should you experience any problems with your product, please contact our customer service department. All warranty claims must be accompanied by proof of purchase and are only valid if the appliance has been operated for its intended purposes.
