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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Manual #110185
Issued:10-21-20
TMC #841
For Assistance, Write:
BETTCHER INDUSTRIES INC.
P.O. Box 336
Vermilion, Ohio 44089-0336
U.S.A.
Phone: 440/965-4422
Phone: 800/321-8763
Fax: 440/328-4535
Internet: http://www.bettcher.com

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Manual #110185 Issued:10-21-20 TMC #841 For Assistance, Write: BETTCHER INDUSTRIES INC. P.O. Box 336 Vermilion, Ohio 44089-0336 U.S.A. Phone: 440/965-4422 Phone: 800/321-8763 Fax: 440/328-4535 Internet: http://www.bettcher.com...
  • Page 2 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Bettcher Industries, Inc.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1.0 Machine Specifications SECTION 2.0 Designated Use Warning Recommended Operation SECTION 3.0 Function Machine Functions SECTION 4.0 Safety Features SECTION 5.0 Unpacking Safety First Included With Your Machine SECTION 6.0 Installation...
  • Page 4 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Continued) SECTION 9.0 Cleaning Cleaning the Headpiece Assembly Cleaning the Motor Unit Cleaning the Power Supply Daily Cleaning SECTION 10.0 Spare Parts List 10.1 Headpiece Assembly 10.2...
  • Page 5 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 1.0 Machine Specifications The Whizard® Power Knife designed with the highest possible standards for safety, ergonomics and quality, is a highly effective tool with a carefully engineered and durable cutting edge which can provide uniform and constant yield control to all operations.
  • Page 6: Section 3.0 Function

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 2.0 Designated Use 2.1 Warning WARNING THE MANUFACTURER ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY UNAUTHORIZED DESIGN CHANGES, MODIFICATIONS, OR USE OF PARTS NOT SUPPLIED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR...
  • Page 7: Section 5.0 Unpacking

    UNPACK THE WHIZARD® POWER KNIFE CAREFULLY. 5.2 Included With Your Machine The following parts are included with each Whizard® Power Knife. Please check when unpacking and advise your local Bettcher Industries representative if the delivery is incomplete. Head Assembly Motor Assembly...
  • Page 8: Section 7.0 Instructions For Operation

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 6.0 Installation (continued) A tool holder (part number 109164) may be installed on the countertop to provide secure storage for the PowerKnife between uses. Assemble the Motor Unit into the back...
  • Page 9 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 7.0 Instructions for Operation (continued) The Motor Unit. This consists of the motor in a handle-shaped housing, the drive adapter with a replaceable finned driver, the cap/switch assembly with power cable, and the switch lever.
  • Page 10 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 7.0 Instructions for Operation (continued) To slice meat, START the Power Knife and hold it against the meat with the handle horizontal (see illustration). Apply a slight cutting pressure and move the knife up (or down) the meat, as you prefer.
  • Page 11 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 7.1 Fault Detection and Correction Problem Probable Cause Remedy Check power at outlet - Correct as needed Check fuse in Power Supply - No power to unit Replace if necessary...
  • Page 12: Section 8.0 Maintenance

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 8.0 Maintenance This tool is easily disassembled for cleaning without the use of tools. For best operation, the Power Knife must be kept clean and sharp. 8.1 Headpiece Assembly...
  • Page 13 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 8.1 Headpiece Assembly (continued) Adjusting the Blade Housing IMPORTANT: During normal operation, it may be necessary to periodically loosen and re-tighten the knobs ONE AT A TIME with...
  • Page 14 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 8.1 Headpiece Assembly (continued) Steeling the Blade CAUTION: Sharp Blade Cut Hazard Hold Power Knife in your operating hand and START tool. Holding steeling rod horizontal with your other hand, lay knife flat on the steel and move it lightly back and forth across steel several times.
  • Page 15: Motor Unit

    Both serrated-edge blades and straight- edge blades are sharpened and steeled in the same manner. - Blades may also be returned to Bettcher Industries for sharpening, using the small shipping box included with your Power Knife. There is a fee for this service.
  • Page 16: Power Supply

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 8.3 Power Supply Maintenance WARNING: Risk Of Shock Hazard - Disconnect From Line Voltage Before Servicing. There is no regularly-scheduled maintenance required on the Power Supply. Changing the Fuse Risk of shock hazard.
  • Page 17: Section 9.0 Cleaning

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 9.0 Cleaning 9.1 Cleaning the Headpiece Assembly IMPORTANT: For all cleaning operations, Power Knife MUST be disconnected from the power supply. BE CAREFUL when handling the sharp blade.
  • Page 18: Cleaning The Motor Unit

    BETTCHER INDUSTRIES, INC. PROUDLY MANUFACTURES QUALITY PARTS FOR YOUR BETTCHER EQUIPMENT. FOR OPTIMUM...
  • Page 19: Section 10.0 Spare Parts List

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 10.0 Spare Parts List 10.1 Headpiece Assembly Models Models Item 109497 109496 Description Number & & 109503 109502 Head Assembly 109053 101277 Frame Assembly 109049 109049 Drive Pinion...
  • Page 20: Motor Unit

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 10.2 Motor Unit Part Item Notes Description Models DOES NOT INCLUDE KNIFE Motor Unit Complete 109185 HEAD Shoulder Screw 109076 Switch Lever 109022 Flat Spring 109077 Cap/Switch Assembly...
  • Page 21: 30Vdc Power Supply

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 10.3 30VDC Power Supply 30VDC POWER SUPPLY Models 109496, 109497 (115V/1 Ph/60Hz) Models 109502, 109503 (220-240V/1 Ph/50-60Hz) Item Model Model Model Model Description Number 109496 109497 109502 109503...
  • Page 22 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 10.4 Power Supply Wiring Diagram POWER SUPPLY FUSE ENCLOSURE WIRING DIAGRAM Page 18...
  • Page 23: Section 11.0 About These Operating Instructions

    Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 11.0 About These Operating Instructions 11.1 Other Languages Translation of this document into a language not already provided within this Operating Instruction can be made available at cost price upon request. Call or write the local Distributor or contact Bettcher Industries.
  • Page 24 Operating Bettcher Industries, Inc. Whizard® Power Knife Manual Instructions October 21, 2020 SECTION 12.0 Contact Addresses and Phone For additional information, technical support and spare parts, contact your local Representative, Distributor, or Bettcher Representative : Bettcher Industries, Inc. BETTCHER GmbH P.O.

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