7MaintenanceOperationBefore starting any cleaning or maintenance operations, turn the machine off and unplug it from the socket.Clean the unit and discs every day. The discs, grid and plastic ejector can be removed for washing under awarm water jet. Clean the machine and all other areas with a wet clothe or sponge and warm water. Removeall wastes from the machine during cleaning. Open the cover and loosen the two pins, as shown before, toremove the cover and wash it under a water jet.Clean the surfaces with water, alcohol or detergents that are not abrasive. Never use abrasive tools to assistin the cleaning of the machine (such as steel wool). This may cause damage to the machine. Use of non-toxicproducts which will produce the best results.PERIODS OF INACTIVITYShould the machine be idle for a long period of time, disconnect the main wall switch and clean the machineand its accessories thoroughly. Use food grade mineral oil (27336) to protect all the machine’s components.This helps prevent moisture and dirt from getting inside the machine. It is advised to cover the machine with anylon (or similar) cloth.used for cutting sticks and match-life food, the inlet opening set over the grid must be used. The smaller roundopening is used to cut vegetables like carrots, vegetable marrows, etc.WARNING: NEVER USE THE HAND TO PRESS DOWN THE PRODUCT, BUT USE THEPLASTIC PRESSING STICK SUPPLIED.REPLACEMENT OF THE DISCSTurn off and unplug the machine. Turn the knob and lift the cover shown in Pic. 4 (page 14). Turn the disccounterclockwise and cover the cutting edge with appropriate material (rubber, fabric, etc.). Then lift it bysetting your hand under the disc. Lift the discs to remove it (Pic. 7 and 8 on page 15).TroubleshootingWhen the pilot light is on, but the machine does not start, check to make sure that the handle and cover areclosed. These are the locations of the microswitches and the machine will not start if they are not correctlyfixed. In the event of other problems, turn the machine off and unplug it. Do not try to start or tamper with theequipment. Let a qualified technician solve the problem. Contact the Omcan Service Center at 1-800-465-0324to find a qualified technician.