KITCHEN CROP Johnny Apple Sauce Maker Model VKP250

1. Introduktion

The KITCHEN CROP Johnny Apple Sauce Maker Model VKP250 is designed to simplify the process of making sauces, purees, juices, and jams from various fruits and vegetables. This clamp-based food strainer efficiently separates unwanted skins, stems, and seeds from the fresh pulp, eliminating the need for painstaking peeling or coring.

This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective use of your food strainer, including assembly, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Image 1: The KITCHEN CROP Johnny Apple Sauce Maker with a selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, illustrating its versatility for various produce.

2. Reservedelsliste

Before assembly, ensure all components are present and free from damage. Refer to the diagram below for identification.

Billede 2: Eksploderet view of the Johnny Apple Sauce Maker, detailing each component for easy identification during assembly.

1. Legeme: The main housing of the strainer.
2. Clamp: Secures the unit to a countertop.
3. Beholder: Large bowl for feeding produce.
4. Madskubbemaskine: Used to guide produce into the spiral.
5. Standard Spiral: Feeds produce through the screen.
6. Apple/Tomato Screen (1.3mm holes): Separates pulp from skins and seeds.
7. Forår: Provides tension for the screen.
8. Squirt Guard: Directs processed food.
9. Waste Spout: Directs discarded skins and seeds.
10. Håndsving: Til manuel betjening.

3. Opsætning og montering

Follow these steps to assemble your KITCHEN CROP Johnny Apple Sauce Maker:

1. Secure the Body: Attach the main body of the strainer to a sturdy countertop using the integrated clamp. Ensure the countertop thickness is between 3/4" and 2-1/8" for a secure fit. Tighten the clamp fast.
2. Insert the Spiral: Place the standard spiral into the main body, ensuring it aligns correctly with the drive shaft.
3. Fastgør skærmen: Slide the spring onto the end of the spiral, then carefully place the Apple/Tomato Screen over the spiral and spring. Ensure the screen is fully seated and secured.
4. Position the Hopper and Guards: Place the large hopper on top of the main body. Attach the squirt guard and waste spout to direct the processed food and waste into separate bowls.
5. Install the Hand Crank: Insert the hand crank into the designated opening on the side of the main body.

Image 3: The fully assembled KITCHEN CROP Johnny Apple Sauce Maker, securely clamped to a countertop and ready for operation.

Optional Electric Motor (Sold Separately): If using the VKPMOTOR electric motor, remove the hand crank and attach the motor according to its specific instructions. The motor replaces the manual cranking action for increased ease of use.

4. Betjeningsvejledning

The Johnny Apple Sauce Maker is designed for efficient processing of various fruits and vegetables. No need to peel or core most produce beforehand.

1. Forbered produkter: Wash your fruits or vegetables thoroughly. For larger items, cut them into pieces that fit comfortably into the hopper.
2. Placer skåle: Position a bowl under the squirt guard to collect the processed pulp/sauce and another bowl under the waste spout for skins and seeds.
3. Begin Processing: Place a small amount of prepared produce into the hopper. Begin turning the hand crank (or activate the electric motor). Use the food pusher to gently guide the produce down into the spiral.
4. Continuous Feeding: Continue to feed produce into the hopper. The spiral will push the food against the screen, separating the pulp from the waste.
5. Reprocessing Waste (Optional): For maximum yield, you may run the discarded skins and seeds through the strainer a second time.

Image 4: Illustrates the output of the strainer, showing both tomato sauce and apple sauce, highlighting its dual functionality.

Image 5: The strainer in action, processing apples to create smooth apple sauce, demonstrating the ease of use.

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5. Pleje og vedligeholdelse

Proper care ensures the longevity and performance of your food strainer.

• Demontering: After each use, disassemble the unit by reversing the assembly steps.
• Rensning: Wash all components with warm, soapy water. The stainless steel screen and plastic parts are generally easy to clean. Ensure all food residue, especially from the screen holes, is removed. A small brush may be helpful for the screen.
• Tørring: Thoroughly dry all parts before reassembly or storage to prevent water spots or corrosion.
• Opbevaring: Store the disassembled parts in a clean, dry place.
• BPA-fri: All plastic components are BPA-free.

6. Fejlfinding

If you encounter issues with your food strainer, refer to the following common solutions:

• Tilstopning: If the strainer clogs, especially the waste spout, stop operation, clear the blockage, and ensure produce is cut into appropriate sizes. Running the waste through a second time can also help.
• Inefficient Pulp Separation: Ensure the screen is correctly seated and the spring provides adequate tension. Over-pushing produce with the food pusher can sometimes force seeds through. Use gentle, steady pressure.
• Unit Movement: Sørg for at clamp is securely tightened to the countertop. The clamp design provides 10 square inches of clamping surface for stability.
• Lækker: Check all connections and ensure components are properly assembled and tightened.

7. Specifikationer

Image 6: Detailed dimensions of the Johnny Apple Sauce Maker, including measurements for height, width, and clamp kompatibilitet.

8. Garanti og support

The KITCHEN CROP Johnny Apple Sauce Maker Model VKP250 comes with an incredible 5-års garanti. This warranty covers manufacturing defects and ensures the durability of your product.

For support, spare parts, or warranty claims, please contact KITCHEN CROP customer service through their official channels. Refer to the product packaging or the manufacturer's webwebsted for kontaktoplysninger.