AVANTCO 177CS11V Churro Stuffer
Safety Information
- Protect against electrical shock by keeping all cords, plugs, and other electrical components away from water or other liquids.
- Unplug this unit when not in use and before cleaning.
- Allow the unit to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
- DO NOT operate this or any appliance with a damaged electrical cord or plug.
- DO NOT use outdoors.
- DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner.
- Attach the plug to the appliance first, then plug the electrical cord into the wall outlet.
- Disconnect the unit by removing the electrical plug from the wall outlet.
- DO NOT use the appliance for any application other than its intended use.
- DO NOT insert metal utensils or oversized foods into this unit, as they may cause a fire and heighten the risk of electrical shock.
- DO NOT store any item on top of this unit when in operation.
- DO NOT clean with metal scouring pads, as pieces can break off and touch electrical components, heightening the risk of electrical shock.
- Never place materials such as paper, cardboard, plastic, etc. in this conveyor toaster.
- DO NOT cover the interior of this unit with metal foil, as it may cause the conveyor toaster to overheat.
- Turn off the appliance by removing the plug from the wall outlet.
- Note that the use of accessories not recommended by the manufacturer may result in injury.
Assembly and Installation
- Slide the Plunger Seal onto the Plunger.
- Assemble the Pressure Release Valve Kit onto the Plunger.
- From the top of the Plunger, place the Washer onto the Valve Hole, then insert the Screw through the Washer and into the Valve Hole.
- From the underside of the Plunger, place the Spring onto the end of the Screw, then place the Valve Cap onto the end of the Screw and twist to secure.
- Screw the Plunger Bolt onto the Plunger Shaft
- Place the assembled Plunger onto the end of the Plunger Shaft
- Attach the Handle by sliding it onto either the Fast or the Slow Gear (figure 4).
- Crank the Handle to bring the Plunger to the top of the Stuffer STUFFER ASSEMBLY continued
- Rest the Canister’s Bottom Brackets onto the Canister Mounts inside the Housing of the Stuffer. Pivot the Canister fully into the Stuffer Housing, snapping the Top Brackets into the Canister Mounts (figure 5).
- Insert the Stuffing Funnel of choice through the Front Ring Nut. Screw the Front Ring Nut and Stuffing Funnel onto the mouth of the Canister until snug. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the Front Ring Nut, as it may damage the Funnel (figure 6).
- Thoroughly coat the inside of the Canister with a food-grade lubricant before use (Figure 7).
Disassembly and Cleaning
- Remove the Stuffing Funnel by unscrewing the Front Ring Nut and pulling the Funnel out.
- Turn the Handle until the Plunger comes up and out of the Canister.
- Pivot the Canister outward, then pull the Canister up to remove the Canister from the Stuffer Housing.
- Unscrew the Plunger from the Plunger Shaft.
- Disassemble the pressure release valve from the plunger.
- Remove the plunger seal from the plunger.
- Wash all parts that have come in contact with the churro mixture in hot, soapy water.
- Rinse and thoroughly dry all parts immediately.
- Sterilize as needed.
- Fully lubricate the Shaft, Canister, Pressure-Release Valve components, and the Front Ring Nut with a food-grade lubricant before and after each use.
Stuffing Instructions
Tilt out the Canister
- Fill the Canister with the churro mixture and the seasoning mixture.
- Press the mixture down into the Canister firmly to release any trapped air.
- Pivot the Canister back into the upright position and snap the Top Brackets onto the Canister Mounts.
- Turn the Handle until the Plunger comes in contact with the churro mixture, and the mixture is ready to extrude out of the end of the Stuffing Funnel.
- Continue turning until the extruded Churro mixture is the desired length.
Diagram and Parts List
Customer Service
- Website: https://www.avantcoequipment.com/
- Tel: 717-381-4844
FAQs
Q: What is the Avantco 177CS11V Churro Stuffer used for?
Ans: Before frying, churros can be shaped and filled with the 177CS11V, a vertical manual churro stuffer. Depending on the nozzle used, it can create full or hollow churros, making it perfect for commercial settings with large volumes.
Q: What is the capacity of the stuffer?
This device is perfect for busy service windows or high-demand prep because it can contain up to 11 litres (about 11.6 quarts) of dough, enabling continuous production without regular replenishing.
Q: Is the stuffer manual or electric?
Ans: The Avantco 177CS11V is a hand-cranked churro stuffer that allows users to manage the dough’s extrusion speed and pressure.
Q: Can I use this machine for other pastries or doughs?
Ans: However, it is important to stay away from too dry or sticky mixes as they could harm the piston.
Q: Is the unit easy to disassemble for cleaning?
Ans: Indeed. It is simple to remove the cylinder, piston, and nozzles for cleaning. Before reassembling, make sure every component is totally dry to avoid mould growth or dough sticking.
Q: What kind of dough should I use with this stuffer?
Ans: It should be pipeable but slightly hard. Steer clear of extremely moist or dry doughs, as they could clog the nozzles or harm the piston seal.
Q: Is the unit NSF or food-service certified?
Ans: Indeed. Built of stainless steel and intended for commercial foodservice applications, the Avantco 177CS11V normally satisfies NSF sanitary requirements. For specific certifications, consult the label or handbook that came with your device.
Q: Can the unit be bolted down for stability?
Ans: Indeed, the base of the unit has mounting holes for optional bolting to your prep station or work table, which can increase stability when used frequently.