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La Monferrina G2 User And Maintenance Manual

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IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A.
Plant and Offices:
Via Statale, 27/A - 14033 – Castell'Alfero (AT) - Italy
Tel: 0039.0141.27.60.11 - Fax: 0039.0141.27.60.20
www.imperiamonferrina.com
GB
G2
AUTOMATIC
GNOCCHI MACHINE
User and maintenance manual
This handbook is an integral part of the machine.
Read this handbook and the attachments with attention.
Knowledge of the instructions contained is indispensable for
machine use and to carry out maintenance in safety.

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  • Page 1 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Plant and Offices: Via Statale, 27/A - 14033 – Castell’Alfero (AT) - Italy Tel: 0039.0141.27.60.11 - Fax: 0039.0141.27.60.20 www.imperiamonferrina.com AUTOMATIC GNOCCHI MACHINE User and maintenance manual This handbook is an integral part of the machine. Read this handbook and the attachments with attention. Knowledge of the instructions contained is indispensable for machine use and to carry out maintenance in safety.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Contents CONTENTS CONTENTS ........................I MACHINE DESCRIPTION ..................1 Machine main components ..................2 Anticipated uses ....................... 3 Technical specifications .................... 3 Manufacturer identification data ................4 Machine identification plate / EC marking ..............4 Permitted environment conditions ................4 Noise level ........................

  • Page 4: Contents

    Contents IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Production of gnocchi ..................... 27 MAINTENANCE ......................31 General information ....................32 General safety rules ....................32 Cleaning ......................... 34 Maintenance on mechanical components............... 34 Maintenance on electrical systems ................. 35 Advice regarding maintenance ................36 Maintenance ......................

  • Page 5: Machine Description

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Machine description MACHINE DESCRIPTION If in doubt do not proceed! Telephone the IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. After Sales Service immediately. Tel. 0039.0141.27.60.11...

  • Page 6: Machine Main Components

    Machine description IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Machine main components The machine consists of the following units: Door to flour tank Start button Main switch Stop button Scoring adjustment knob...

  • Page 7: Anticipated Uses

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Machine description Anticipated uses This automatic machine was designed, build and fitted with safety devices for the production of gnocchi using potato flakes and various types of flour. Any application other than that specified is considered IMPROPER. The machine is in any case aimed at professional, industrial applications.

  • Page 8: Manufacturer Identification Data

    Machine description IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Manufacturer identification data IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Plant and Offices: Via Statale, 27/A - 14033 – Castell’Alfero (AT) - Italia Tel: 0039.0141.27.60.11 - Fax: 0039.0141.27.60.20 www.imperiamonferrina.com Machine identification plate / EC marking In the case of all communication with the manufacturer, always quote the information on the machine’s ID plate.

  • Page 9: Scrapping

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Machine description Scrapping Environment! When scrapping, all the machine components are to be disposed of in the appropriate waste dumps in accordance with the laws in force. The machine has a pure, unalterable stainless-steel structure and conforms with current safety regulations in Italy and abroad.

  • Page 10: Professional Qualifications Of Persons Enabled To Operate On The Machine

    Machine description IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. If the claim proves to be unjustified, all repair and/or part replacement costs shall be borne by the customer. The guarantee certificate and the carriage note/invoice must be shown to the technical personnel carrying out repairs or must accompany the machine sent for repair.

  • Page 11: Hints And Recipes For Production Of "Gnocchi" (Potato Dumplings)

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Machine description Mechanical maintenance engineer Qualified technician able to run the machine as OPERATOR and, furthermore, able to run it with protections disabled, to intervene on mechanical components to carry out adjustments, maintenance and repairs. This engineer shall not intervene on live electrical systems. The mechanical maintenance engineer is to have generic mechanical experience and specific experience on this type of machine.

  • Page 12: Description Of The Machine

    Other types of flour are not suitable. Description of the machine The Monferrina G2 was designed to produce gnocchi using a piston type feed system. The device presses and extrudes the dough without affecting the texture and is therefore perfect for producing extremely soft...

  • Page 13: Safety

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Safety SAFETY If in doubt do not proceed! Telephone the IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. After Sales Service immediately. Tel. 0039.0141.27.60.11...

  • Page 14: Safety Information

    Safety IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Safety information The safety officer shall inform the workers about the risks connected with the use of the machine. Furthermore, the employer shall provide the information, instruction and training of the user as required by current legislation. Failure to comply with basic safety regulations or precautions could cause accidents during machine operation, maintenance and repair.

  • Page 15: Safety Precautions

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Safety IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. is not in a position to foresee all possible circumstances involving a potential hazards. Therefore the warnings indicated in this document and on the product are not all-inclusive. Where tools, procedures working methods or techniques not expressly recommended by the IMPERIA &...
  • Page 16 Safety IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. If an unforeseen process or operation is carried out, following a procedure different to that indicated in the handbook, before proceeding, contact IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A.. If the Customer installs equipment on the machine that has not been supplied by IMPERIA &...
  • Page 17 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Safety The handbook is always to be on hand, so that it can be consulted to check the operating cycle any time doubts arise. Should this handbook become lost or damaged, ask IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. for a copy to replace it.
  • Page 18 Safety IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. If, to be able to carry out a specific specialised technical operation on an electrical electronic device of the machine, it is necessary to work with the electric cabinets or control panels open and in exceptional cases with the main switch in ON position, be very careful and work with extreme caution.

  • Page 19: Safety Plates And Symbols

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Safety Safety plates and symbols There are a number of safety plates on the machine bearing symbols and/or safety messages. Caution! Make sure that all the safety symbols can be clearly read. Clean them with a cloth, soap and water. Do not use solvents, diesel or petrol.

  • Page 20: Safety Devices

    Safety IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Safety devices Caution! The components indicated are particularly important for safety. In the case of failure or wear, they are to be replaced with spare parts supplied or authorised by the manufacturer. During machine use all the protections are to be correctly mounted. Thermal relays Located inside the electrical box there are devices that prevent the motors from overheating.

  • Page 21: Residual Risks

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Safety Residual risks The accurate risks analysis carried out by the manufacturer and filed in the technical folder has eliminated most of the risks connected to the use of the machine. The manufacturer recommends that the instructions, procedures and warnings contained in this handbook are scrupulously followed, as well as the safety standards in force, including the use of the foreseen protection devices, both those integrated in the machine and those for personal...

  • Page 22: Directives Applied

    Safety IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Caution! Only skilled and qualified persons are permitted access into the electric cabinet. Possible risks during maintenance operations are many. During maintenance activities the operators are to carefully follow the indications of this handbook, to avoid human errors when operating on the machine during maintenance or when mounting components.

  • Page 23: Installation

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Installation INSTALLATION If in doubt do not proceed! Telephone the IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. After Sales Service immediately. Tel. 0039.0141.27.60.11...

  • Page 24: Positioning

    Position the machine on a perfectly level board. Instructions for the proper slinging and lifting of the machine are supplied directly by “La Monferrina” to those persons authorised to carry out such operations. When cleaning, the persons assigned to these operations are to be equipped with the necessary personal protection devices.

  • Page 25: Installation

    Warning! “La Monferrina” denies any responsibility for incorrect connections or for plugs that are inadequate for the system. The electrical connection to the mains supply must be carried out in accordance with the safety regulations in force in the country where the machine will be used.
  • Page 26 Installation IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Turn on the machine from the main switch 1. Press the green start button 3. The scored roller must rotate in the direction of the arrow shown in the diagram.

  • Page 27: Safety Microswitch Check

    Start the machine following the procedure describe above. Open the lid to the mixing tank: the machine should stop. If the machine does not stop when the lid is raised, do not proceed with the work cycle and contact an authorised “La Monferrina” technician.
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  • Page 29: Functioning

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Functioning FUNCTIONING Caution! The use of the machine by unauthorised and/or untrained persons is strictly forbidden. Operators who carry out the permitted activities on the machine are to receive adequate instruction concerning the use of personal protection devices such as shoes, gloves, etc.

  • Page 30: Description Of The Machine's Controls

    Functioning IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Description of the machine’s controls Main switch Green “power on” light START button STOP/EMERGENCY button...

  • Page 31: Production Of Gnocchi

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Functioning Production of gnocchi • Remove the cover and fill the tank with sifted rice flour as shown in the diagram. • Remove the ratchet from the rack.
  • Page 32 Functioning IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. • Release the container from its housing by lifting it up slightly and remove along with the rack. • Fill the container with the dough, insert the rack and press down firmly to ensure that the dough is pace down tightly.
  • Page 33 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Functioning • Insert the container and rack into the machine; ensure that the rack is positioned correctly in the housing, thereby switching in the microswitch which controls safe operation. Warning! The rack should be positioned towards the inside of the unit. •...
  • Page 34 Functioning IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. • Press the green start button 3. • Use the knob shown in the diagram to adjust the lines scored on the gnocchi.

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Maintenance MAINTENANCE Warning! Special maintenance on the machine is only to be carried out by technicians of the manufacturer. The manufacturer recommends that a servicing ticket is used to inspect the machine every two years and ensure the safety conditions. Warning! The maintenance engineer is to enter in the log book attached all operations carried out on the...

  • Page 36: General Information

    Maintenance IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. General information This section describes the inspection and routine maintenance operations that are indispensable to ensure correct functioning of the machine. Any other intervention required to correct failures or operative anomalies are to be specifically authorised by the manufacturer. In such cases always indicate the identification data (model, serial number, identification of electrical, pneumatic systems etc.).
  • Page 37 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Maintenance Caution! The main switch is to be set on “0” and fastened with a padlock to prevent accidental re-powering. The key of the padlock is to be kept by the maintenance engineer.. Upon termination, and before putting back into service, the maintenance engineer is to check the complete work cycle, the functioning of the safety devices and that the protections are intact.

  • Page 38: Maintenance On Mechanical Components

    Maintenance IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Cleaning Before starting inspection or maintenance operations, remove all dirt and grime from the machine by suction and with appropriate solvents. Do not use jets of compressed air that could accumulate the dirt and cause injury to persons in the cleaning area.

  • Page 39: Maintenance On Electrical Systems

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Maintenance Maintenance on electrical systems Before working on electrical components, cut out the power supply upstream of the equipment (power supply line main switch). Always carefully check insulating coverings, terminal boards and seal of enclosures. These are always to conform with the protection class declared by the manufacturer.

  • Page 40: Advice Regarding Maintenance

    Maintenance IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Advice regarding maintenance Operations to be carried out during maintenance work When carrying out maintenance operations pay attention to all the signs that could preceded a failure: • traces of wear; • loose fittings or connections; •...

  • Page 41: Cleaning

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Maintenance Maintenance Caution! Before starting any maintenance or cleaning operations use the individual protection means such as, gloves accident safety shoes, etc. according to the work to be carried out. Before starting any type of maintenance work, cut out and lock all energy sources and block the machine safeties.

  • Page 42: Maintenance Interventions

    Maintenance IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Maintenance interventions Date: ........Description of the intervention: Maintenance technician: Signature: Date: ........Description of the intervention: Maintenance technician: Signature:...
  • Page 43 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Maintenance Date: ........Description of the intervention: Maintenance technician: Signature: Date: ........Description of the intervention: Maintenance technician: Signature:...

  • Page 44: Notes

    Maintenance IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Notes...

  • Page 45: Spare Parts

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Spare parts SPARE PARTS If in doubt do not proceed! Telephone the IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. After Sales Service immediately. Tel. 0039.0141.27.60.11...

  • Page 46: Components Subject To Wear And Mechanical Fatigue

    Spare parts IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Components subject to wear and mechanical fatigue Caution! The components subject to wear caused by the relevant functioning are to be checked at regular intervals and replaced as soon as they show significant signs of wear. The manufacturer has designed and built the machine for a rational life, taking into account the normal use conditions of the Customer;...
  • Page 47 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Spare parts Table 1...
  • Page 48 Spare parts IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Code Description Grub screw Plain washer Plain washer Plain washer TCE screw 1114 Screw 1137 Hexagonal nut 1201 Washer 1217 Tang 1225 Elastic pin 1302 Screw 1401 Railer 1402 Bearing 1403 Shaft 1405 Grub screw 1413 Bearing 1425...
  • Page 49 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Spare parts Code Description 1512 Flat washer 1522 Screw 1647 TCE screw 1648 Hexagonal nut 1650 Screw 1660 Hexagonal nut 1663 Spring 1667 Grub screw 1687 Snap ring 2032 Snap ring 2512 Snap ring 2536 Bearing 3008 Snap ring 3102...
  • Page 50 Spare parts IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Code Description 3129 Contrast 3130 Snap ring 3131 3132 Rack 3134 Piston 3135 Chain 3136 Chain 3141 3153 Pinion 3161 Shaft 3162 Tang 3164 Flange...
  • Page 51 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Spare parts Table 2...
  • Page 52 Spare parts IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Code Description Hand wheel Plain washer TCE screw 1102 Screw 1127 Screw 1176 TCE screw 1186 Hexagonal nut 1302 Screw 1404 Guard 1411 TCE screw 1419 Motor 1420 Hinge 1424 Closure 1430 1433 Knob 1435 Spacer 1437...
  • Page 53 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Spare parts Code Description 3101 RH side panel 3103 LH side panel 3106 Cover 3113 Cross member 3123 Threaded crop end 3124 Tank 3125 Grub screw 3126 Screw 3127 Float 3137 Bulkhead 3139 Spacer 3140 Rear casing 3142 3165 Protection...

  • Page 54: Electric Panel

    Spare parts IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Electric panel Code Description Cable clip Main switch Warning light Cable clip Remote switch 1653 Stop button 1721 Start button 2851 Transformer 3383 Electric panel...

  • Page 55: Wiring Diagram

    IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Wiring diagram WIRING DIAGRAM If in doubt do not proceed! Telephone the IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. After Sales Service immediately. Tel. 0039.0141.27.60.11...
  • Page 56 Wiring diagram IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Wiring diagram 220V single-phase...
  • Page 57 IMPERIA & MONFERRINA S.p.A. Wiring diagram Wiring diagram 380V three-phase...
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