Berkel 808 cleaning and lubrication

[miller408]

So picked up a berkel 808 runs good but could use a good cleaning and some lubricant. This is my first slicer so what do I grease this thing up with and what's the best cleaners to use on these? When is the berkel 808 from?

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• miller408
• Jan 29, 2016

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• miller408
• Jan 29, 2016

 

[rexster314]

This might help https://my.vulcanfeg.com/resourcecenter/vulcanwolfberkel/ProductDocumentation/808-818.pdf

 

[SmokinAl]

I think he's got you covered!

I just use a little 3-1 oil on the moving parts & sharpen the blade once in a while. I have a Torrey 12" commercial slicer.

Al

 

[miller408]

So no special kinda cleaners or sanitizers or oils people use?

 

[SmokinAl]

We just take it apart after using & clean with Dawn liquid soap. Dry & lubricate the moving parts (if needed).

That's it.

Al

 

[daveomak]

I use food grade grease on my slicer and grinder and sausage stuffer... and meat mixer on the bushings...

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• daveomak
• Jan 30, 2016

 

[miller408]

I use food grade grease on my slicer and grinder and sausage stuffer...

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• daveomak
• Jan 30, 2016

I actually just ordered that stuff before I seen your post. Guess I will start taking it apart and give it a good scrubbing.

 

[rexster314]

Although my slicer is a Hobart 1612, cleaning should pretty much be the same. Disassemble whatever you can like meat tray, blade covers and wash with hot soapy water. I let mine air dry completely. I put it back together, then I use disinfecting wipes and wipe down all surfaces and let it all air dry One thing NOT to use is any kind of WD-40 or spray cooking oil. That stuff will gum up the works so bad.

 

[dr k]

I like the non serrated blade so you can put a stone against the beveled side for sharpening while it's going. My carriage is permanently attached so I try to plastic wrap what I can so gelatin etc. Is stuck to it for easier cleaning. I use mineral oil on the carrage slide but food grade grease lasts longer.
-Kurt

 

[Rings Я Us]

I like the non serrated blade so you can put a stone against the beveled side for sharpening while it's going. My carriage is permanently attached so I try to plastic wrap what I can so gelatin etc. Is stuck to it for easier cleaning. I use mineral oil on the carrage slide but food grade grease lasts longer.
-Kurt

Your 2 years late