How to unscrew a meat grinder if it is stuck
A meat grinder is an indispensable housewife's assistant in many kitchens. The service life of such a unit, if properly cared for, is usually very long. But breakdowns still happen, what to do in such cases?
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How to disassemble a meat grinder
It happens that the meat grinder washer gets stuck and you don’t want to unscrew it. This happens often, and it happens because the meat grinder sits unwashed for some time in its assembled state. Even if you don’t see dirt, this does not mean that it is not there, the particles may be very small and insignificant. Also, a little rust also promotes “sticking”.
ATTENTION! To prevent this from happening, wash all parts very thoroughly after use, then dry them and store them disassembled.
If a short circuit does occur, the following techniques will help you:
- soak the meat grinder in water along with dishwashing detergent. It will eat away the fat and perhaps help you turn;
- Dip the entire structure in boiling water for 5 minutes, then, without waiting for it to cool, try to unscrew the washer. Use silicone gloves to avoid getting burned;
- use an adjustable wrench or a hand vice;
- the very last method: knock with a hammer, in the hope that it will move slightly and you can unscrew it. Use this method in extreme cases, as there is a high probability of breakdown.
Common causes of breakdown
Among the obvious visible and technical reasons why a meat grinder does not spin meat, there are those that can be eliminated on your own:
- The most common cause of malfunctions is incorrect assembly. It would seem that what is so difficult about connecting several parts? In fact, you need to take into account several subtleties and follow the instructions, firmly attaching each one. Most often, the problem lies in the knife. When installing, its wide part should be on the outside.
- The knives and grill are tangled. With such a defect, the meat grinder will continue to work, but the meat will not be twisted, but compressed and torn. In this situation, it is easier to take the parts to a workshop where they will be sharpened by professionals. But if you have the necessary skills, you can try it at home. Don’t forget to lubricate the parts with oil when finished; regular sunflower oil will do.
- The knife is not in tight contact with the mesh. In this case, turn the meat grinder on its side and you will notice that some part is loose. With the help of a properly selected washer, you can easily seal the structure. Place it between the knife and the auger.
- It's the meat itself, not the machine. If the product contains too many veins, veins, and cartilage, this complicates the whole process. They do not twist, but only wind around the spiral, thereby clogging the passage. If you have this type of meat, you will need to stop and clean the grinder often.
ADVICE! To make your task easier, use underfed defrosted meat, then the pieces will be a little tougher and it will be easier to grind them.
