Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and manufactured with our valued consumers’ safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that you exercise a level of caution when using any electrical appliance by following all instructions and important safeguards.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed as below:
- To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, or any non-removable parts of this oven in water or other liquid.
- IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED THAT CHILDREN OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE.
- Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
- Do not leave the appliance unattended while it is in use.
- Do not use outdoors.
- Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
- Do not place on or near a hot gas or electrical burner, or in a heated oven.
- Turn all controls to “OFF” before inserting or removing plug from wall outlet.
- To disconnect, grasp plug and remove from outlet. Do not pull by the cord.
- To avoid the risk of an electrical shock, always make sure the product is unplugged from the electrical outlet before cleaning, assembling, disassembling, or relocating it.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
- Do not use this product for anything other than its intended use.
- Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in this appliance, as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
- A fire may occur if this product is covered by or touching flammable material including curtains, draperies, walls and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of unit when in operation.
- Do not store any material, other than manufacturer’s recommended accessories, on this product when it is not in use.
- Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts resulting in a risk of electric shock.
- To reduce the risk of fire, do not place any heating or cooking appliance beneath the appliance.
- To reduce the risk of fire, do not mount unit over or near any portion of a heating or cooking appliance.
- To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not mount over a sink.
- To reduce the risk of fire, do not store anything directly on top of the appliance surface when the appliance is in operation.
- Keep all body parts and extremities away from the blade when the appliance is in operation.
- Use extreme care when handling the blade.
- Do not operate the appliance continuously for more than 10 minutes. Allow the appliance to cool down for 1 hour in between use.
- Do not use the appliance to cut deep frozen food, bones, or any other dense items.
- Use care when turning the appliance OFF as the blade will continue to rotate for a few seconds even after being turned OFF.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
SHORT CORD PURPOSE
- Note: A short power cord is providedto reduce the risk of personal injury resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord.
- Longer power-supply cords or extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
If an extension cord is used: (1) the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the product; (2) the extension cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can unintentionally be pulled on or tripped over by children or pets.
POLARIZED PLUG
If this appliance is equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other), please follow the below instructions:
- To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way.
- If you are unable to fit the plug into the electrical outlet, try reversing the plug.
- If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
- Never use the plug with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted into the extension cord.
- Do not alter the plug of the product or any extension cord being used with this product. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
- Meat Slicer Base
- On/Off Switch
- Cutting Blade
- Feed Slider Table
- Meat /Food Holder
- Electrical Cord
- Thickness Knob
- Support Plate
- Stabilizing Suction Feet
- Sliding Bar
- Blade Guard
BEFORE FIRST USE
- Wash the Cutting Blade and Meat/Food Holder in warm soapy water.
- DO NOT WASH ANY PART OF THIS APPLIANCE USING A DISHWASHER.
- Use a damp cloth to clean the rest of the Meat Slicer.
- NEVER SUBMERGE THE MEAT SLICER BASE IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID!
- Dry all parts thoroughly before reassembling the unit for use or storage.
- Do not use any abrasive soaps, detergents, or cleaning materials to clean any part of this appliance.
NOTE: Remove all packaging from your new Electric Meat Slicer. Clean all parts before using for the first time to remove any dust that may have accumulated while the appliance was in its original packaging. (See “CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE” section for further instructions)
ASSEMBLY
- Never set the slicer on top of a hot surface or near an open flame.
- Make sure that the power cord does not pass over any hot or sharp edged objects.
- Do not let the power cord hang off of your work surface or be positioned in such a way where it can be easily or accidentally pulled, as this could lead to injury or damage to the unit.
- Do not allow the power cord to become tangled or trapped. Never wind the power cord around the slicer during storage.
- Make sure the unit is off and unplugged from the electrical while assembling it.
CAUTION: Make sure that all parts have been properly assembled and that the cutting blade (3) has been secured before operating your meat slicer.
- Place the meat slicer on a flat, stable, non-slip surface close to an electrical socket and away from any edges or places where it can easily fall off.
- Place the Cutting Blade (3) in its designated place beneath the Blade Guard (11). Align the back of the locking piece on the Cutting Blade (3) with the groove on the area beneath the Blade Guard (11). Turn the locking piece to the leftto lock the Cutting Blade (3) in place; turning the locking piece to the right unlocks the Cutting Blade (3).
- Place the Meat/Food Holder (5) on the Feed Slider Table (4).
- Place your desired meat, cheese, or vegetable on the Feed Slider Table (4).
- Unwind the required length of power cord; insert the plug into a power outlet.
NOTE: It helps to pull the Feed Slider Table (4) back and out of the way when attempting to secure the Cutting Blade (3).
HOW TO USE
Specific safety advice for slicing and for handling the slicer:
- TO PREVENT SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE WHEN THE SLICER IS OPERATING!
- NEVER TRY TO CLEAN OR SERVICE THE MACHINE IN ANY WAY WHILE IT IS IN OPERATION AND THE BLADE IS RUNNING!
- Always use the Meat/Food Holder. Make sure that you’re pressing the meat firmly against the Support Plate so that it doesn’t fall off and expose your extremities to the blade.
- IF AN ITEM OF FOOD COMES OFF OF THE FEED SLIDER TABLE OR BECOMES LOOSE AS YOU ARE FEEDING IT TO THE BLADE, TURN THE MACHINE OFF, WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO STOP AND THEN TRY TO REPOSITION YOUR FOOD ONTO THE FEED SLIDER TABLE AND AGAINST THE SUPPORT PLATE. DO NOT TRY TO DO THIS WHILE THE BLADE IS RUNNING!
- Use the slicer only for slicing normal household foods and not for any other purpose. Do not use the slicer for slicing deep-frozen foods, bones, foods with kernels or for slicing packaged foods.
- Never use the slicer for more than 10 minutes continuously.
- For safety reasons, the slice thickness must be returned to the “0” setting after each use.
- After assembling the unit, set your desired slicing thickness by turning the Thickness Knob. Slicing thickness can be set to 0 | 5mm (0.2”) | 10 mm (0.4”) |15 mm (0.6”).
- Place your food item on the Feed Slider Table. Use the Meat/Food Holder to push the food item firmly against the support plate.
- Pushing the switch to “ON”, the cutting blades will immediately begin to run. To stop the continuous operation, move the switch quickly to the “OFF” position and wait until the cutting blades come to a complete stop.
- Slightly press the food to be sliced forward, guide it along towards the Cutting Blade.
- When finished, pull your food item away from the blade and shut the unit off. Wait for the blades to stop completely before unplugging the unit from the electrical outlet.
- Switch the Thickness Knob back to “0”.
- Once the blade has stopped and the unit has been unplugged from the electrical outlet, disassemble the parts for cleaning.
- Be sure to dry all parts thoroughly before reassembling them for use or for storage.
NOTE: Do not push your food item too hard against the Support Plate; only push hard enough to keep the food item in place.
CAUTION:
- The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds even after the slicer has been switched off. Use caution!
- To safeguard your fingers, always use the Feed Slider Table and the Meat/Food Holder.
REMOVING THE CUTTING BLADE:
- CAUTION: HANDLE BLADE WITH EXTREME CAUTION AS IT IS VERY SHARP. Shut the meat slicer off and unplug it from the electrical outlet. Once the blade has stopped spinning, rotate the locking piece at the center of the blade clockwise, and then pull out the blade. When taking out the blade make sure that you handle it by the center and be careful of its sharp edge. Wash it by hand using soap and warm water. Clean the housing behind the blade with a dry cloth or a soft brush.
- NOTE: The cutting blade is not dishwasher safe.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Before starting to clean the slicer, switch it OFF, wait until the blades have stopped and pull the plug out of the electrical outlet. Also, set the Thickness Knob to the “0”setting.
- Remove the cutting blade and wash with warm water and soap. (See “REMOVING CUTTING BLADE” for instruction)
- Remove the Meat/Food Holder and wash with warm water and soap.
- Clean the Support Plate, Feed Slider Table, Sliding Bar, and Blade Guard with a damp soapy cloth or sponge.
- Wipe the entire Meat Slicer Base—except the power cord—with a damp soapy cloth or sponge.
- Clean the area behind the Cutting Blade with a dry paper towel or a small brush.
- Dry all parts thoroughly before reassembling for use or for storage.
TIPS & WARNINGS:
- Never immerse the entire appliance in water or any other liquid!
- Handle the cutting blade carefully as it is very sharp!
- Do not try to clean the slicer or reposition items while the blade is running!
- Do not wash any part of the meat slicer in a dishwasher.
- Do not use any abrasive soaps, detergents, or cleaning materials to clean any part of this appliance.
- Do not use automotive or industrial grade lubricant to replace the lubricant behind the Cutting Blade.
- It is necessary to clean the slicer at regular intervals as perishable food scraps could accumulate on the slicer or behind the cutting blade.
- Contact an authorized service center or customer service if the product requires any type of servicing.
- Do not remove the lubricant on the gears behind the Cutting Blade.
- Re-install the Cutting Blade immediately after cleaning it. Do not leave it lying around, to reduce the risk of personal injury.
- Use you meat slicer to slice your favorite meats, cheeses, and vegetables.
- Allow warm roast to rest for 20 minutes before slicing.
- Remove any tough rinds or casings from your meats and cheeses before slicing.
- When slicing food that is uneven in size, slice the largest side first.
- For cold cuts and cheeses, only slice as needed so they better retain their flavor.
WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY* ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY IS ONLY VALID WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO STORE OF PURCHASE. If you have any problems with this unit, contact Customer Service for support.
- Your small kitchen appliance is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from any manufacturing defects under normal use and conditions for one (1) year, cord excluded. This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
- Retail stores/merchants selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any way revise the terms and conditions of the warranty.
- If you use your appliance for household use and according to instructions, it should give you years of satisfactory service.
- At its sole discretion, Maxi-Matic USA will either repair or replace the product found to be defective during the warranty period.
- The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the remaining balance of the one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period.
- Consumer’s remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our Service Center.
- This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia and does NOT cover normal wear of parts or:
- Damages caused by unreasonable use, neglect, normal wear and tear, commercial use, improper assembly or installation of product.
- Damages caused in shipping.
- Damages caused by replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
- Defects other than manufacturing defects.
- Breakage caused by misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance, or incorrect current or voltage.
- Lost or missing parts of the product. Parts will need to be purchased separately.
- Damages of parts that are not electrical; i.e. cracked or broken plastic/glass, scratched/dented inner pots.
- Damage from service or repair by unauthorized personnel.
- Extended warranties purchased via a separate company or reseller.
- Acts of nature such as fire, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.
- This warranty does not apply to re-manufactured merchandise.
Maxi-Matic, USA shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express or implied warranty. Apart from the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in time to the duration of the warranty.
- One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia, excluding Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA; product usage which is in violation of the written instructions provided with the unit will void this warranty. For international warranty, please contact the local distributor. This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights to which you are entitled which may vary by state, province, and/or jurisdiction.
- Any instruction or policy included in this manual may be subject to change at any time.
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RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
RETURNS:
- Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be processed accordingly by first contacting customer service (info@maxi-matic.com) to obtain an RA # (Return Authorization Number). We will not accept any returns of merchandise without an applicable RA #.
- IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the unit to Maxi-Matic, USA:
- Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box with sufficient cushioning to avoid damage in shipping.
- Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:
- Your name, full address with zip code, daytime telephone number, and RA#,
- A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE,
- The model number of the unit and the problem you are having (Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed,) and
- Any parts or accessories related to the problem.
- Maxi-Matic, USA recommends that you ship the package via UPS ground service for tracking purposes. We cannot assume responsibility for lost or damaged products returned to us during incoming shipment. For your protection, always carefully package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier. C. O.D shipments cannot be accepted.
- All return shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
- Once your return has been received by our warehouse, Maxi-Matic, USA will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship, subject to the conditions in paragraph B.
- Maxi-Matic will pay the shipping charges to ship the repaired or replacement product back to you.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the brand and model of the electric food slicer described in the specifications?
The brand is Elite Gourmet, and the model is EMT-625B.
What are the dimensions of the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer?
The dimensions are 13.8 inches in length, 10.8 inches in width, and 9.2 inches in height.
What material is the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer made of?
The slicer is made of aluminum.
What material are the blades of the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer made of?
The blades are made of stainless steel.
What is the item weight of the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer?
The item weight is 10.59 pounds.
What is the length of the blade in the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer?
The blade length is 7.5 inches.
What is the operation mode of the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer?
The operation mode is automatic.
What types of meats can be precisely cut with the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer?
Salami, ham, mortadella, chorizo, pepperoni, and more can be precisely sliced with this slicer.
What thickness options are available with the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer?
Users can choose from razor-thin to ½ inch slices by adjusting the desired thickness.
What occasions or events does the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer cater to?
It is suitable for wine-tasting nights, Christmas parties, or everyday sandwich-making, making it a versatile kitchen accessory.
What feature makes the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer easy to clean?
The removable blade facilitates easy cleaning.
Can the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer slice vegetables or bread?
Yes, it can slice fruits, vegetables, and even bread along with meats and cheeses.
How does the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer ensure consistent slicing results?
Its automatic operation mode and adjustable thickness settings allow for precise and consistent slicing every time.
What safety features does the Elite Gourmet EMT-625B Electric Food Slicer offer?
The slicer has a sturdy, non-slip construction for stability during use.
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