Birko 1002101 User manual

ELECTRIC COUNTER TOP CONTACT GRILL
Single & Double models
OPERATION MANUAL

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Contents
Introduction .................................................................................... 2
Packaging....................................................................................... 2
Installation...................................................................................... 2
Operation........................................................................................ 3
Cleaning, Care and Maintenance ................................................... 3
Safety............................................................................................. 4
Compliance .................................................................................... 4
Specification................................................................................... 5
Trouble Shooting ............................................................................ 5
Electrical Diagram .......................................................................... 6
Explosion View and Spare Part List................................................. 7-12
Notes.............................................................................................. 13-14
Contact Details ............................................................................... 15

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase on your Birko machine. Please take time to carefully read through this
manual to ensure the machine is operated and maintained properly, to ensure the best possible performance
from the product for many years.
Birko will not accept liability for the following:
*The instructions in this manual have not been followed correctly.
*Non-authorised personnel have tampered with the machine.
*Non-original spare parts are used.
*The machine has not been handled and cleaned correctly.
*There is any use damage to the unit.
Packaging
Birko prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of packing all of its products are supplied
fully functional and free of damage.
Provided in this package are the following:
*Contact Grill
*Waste Tray
*Manual
Should you find any damage as a result of freight, please contact your Birko dealer immediately. No claims
will be accepted after 3 days of receipt.
Installation
Remove your Birko Contact Grill from its packaging and be certain that all protective plastics and residues are
thoroughly cleaned from its surface.
Locate your Birko Contact Grill on a firm level surface, the adjustable feet can assist in levelling.
International standards and regulations should be consulted in order to abide by standards set in relation to
positioning, spacing and ventilation. Birko recommended that you allow no less than 100mm ventilated gap
around the perimeter of this unit. Common sense and initiative should be used when choosing position and
operation of this product.
Once your Contact Grill has been placed into position, be sure that the stainless steel waste tray is correctly
positioned.
Supply the appropriate power and connect to mains, your Contact Grill is now ready to turn on and operate.
(For power supply please see technical specification sheet, page 5.)
Preparing the cooking surface:
Be sure the cooking surface is clean, then simply turn the unit on and apply a generous amount of oil to the
plates, using the thermostat set the grill to 110 degrees, once the grill has reach temperature, switch off and

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with care wipe the plates clean of excess oil.
Caution the grill and oil will be HOT!!!!!!
Operation
Your Contact Grill should be turned on prior to usage to allow the cooking surface to warm up, 5 minutes is
sufficient.
To get efficient use out of this unit while in intermittent use, it is recommended that the grill plates remain
closed and the thermostat turned down, when not cooking. This will assist in reducing power consumption
and also allow for quicker heat response when needed.
Birko recommends the cooking surfaces be lightly oiled, with natural cooking oils, before each use. Do not
use Margarine or other synthetic oils or greases as these may cause an excess build up of carbon deposits.
A temperature setting of between 200 degrees and 220 degrees will be sufficient for general cooking. This
may vary for particular food types, individual needs, or experience.
Simply place the food products on the bottom grilling surface and lower the top plate down, and cook to your
needs.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (Including Children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to
ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Cleaning, Care and Maintenance
*Switch the power off and disconnect from mains.
*The Contact Grill should be cleaned regularly throughout use, and thoroughly cleaned after each meal period,
regular cleaning will result in easier cleaning, as the build up will be less. Correct preparation of the cooking
surface when first used will assist in keeping the plate clean, this will reduce the amount of food wastage
sticking to the plate.
*Do not use cold water on warm plates, a buckling effect may occur.
*For best results clean the plate while still warm using warm soapy water. To remove any heavy build up, it
is recommended that a scraper be used.
*When scrubbing the plate take care not to clean back to far, if you do you may have to prepare the cooking
surface again before use.
*Remove waste tray from unit and discard waste, clean in hot soapy water.
*The remainder of the Contact Grill can be cleaned with a damp cloth using hot, soapy water.
*Warm soapy water is recommended for cleaning, cleaning agents after prolonged use can damage stainless
steel.
* Do not immerse the appliance in water and do not use water jets to clean.

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Safety
*The Birko Contact Grill does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Birko Foodservice dealers or
recommended qualified technicians should carry out repairs if necessary. Do not remove any components or
service panels on this product.
* Birko takes every care to ensure that all products are safe. Steel cutting procedures used to manufacture
these items may result in sharp edges. These sharp edges are removed to the best of our ability however we
insist the operator takes care when in contact with metal edges.
* During operation the contact grill reaches high temperatures on the cooking surface, in turn heating the
stainless steel surfaces. Only handle the contact grill by the black handles to eliminate accidents.
*Switch off power to and disconnect from the mains whilst cleaning.
*Allow the Contact Grill to cool down after use before dismantling for cleaning, the unit will be too hot to
handle immediately after use.
*This unit has been equipped with a thermal cut-off safety device to avoid over heating.
*Do not allow children or infirm persons to operate these appliances unless adequately supervised.
Compliance
Birko products have undergone strict product testing in order to comply with regulatory standards and
specifications set by international independent, commonwealth and federal authorities.
As testimony to such compliance Birko products carry the following marks/symbols:

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Contact Grills
1002102; 1002103
Problem
Cause
Remedy
1.Mains power supply
1.Check mains power supply
2.Power switch has not
been turned on
2.Check the unit is correctly plugged in
and turned on
3.On/off switch is faulty
3.Call service agent or qualified
technician
4.Plug and lead are
damaged
4.Call service agent or qualified
technician
5.Internal wiring fault
5.Call service agent or qualified
technician
The unit is not
working and the
indicator light is
not on
6.Thermal cut-out has
activated
6.This is a safety device that has
disconnected the power:call a service
agent or qualified technician
The unit is heating
but the indicator
light is not on
1.The indicator bulb has
blown
1.Replace the indicator light:call a
service agent or qualified technician
1.Faulty element(s)
1.Call service agent or qualified
technician
2.Operation of thermostat
2.Ensure that the thermostat is set
correctly, also ensure the dial is not
spinning on the thermostat and giving
the wrong reading
Indicator light is on
but the unit is not
heating
3.Faulty thermostat
3.Call service agent or qualified
technician
1.Carbon build up
1.Ensure that the plates are kept clean
and free of carbon build up
2.Thermostat setting
2.Ensure that the thermostat is set
correctly, also ensure the dial is not
spinning on the thermostat and giving
the wrong reading
Slow heat up of
the cooking
surfaces
3.Faulty element(s)
3.Call service agent or qualified
technician
Trouble Shooting
Specifications
MODEL VOLTAGE POWER(W) DIMENSIONS GRILL TYPE
WIDTH DEPTH HEIGHT TOP BOTTOM
1002101
220-240V
~50Hz
2000 290 395 235 Flat Flat
1002102 2400 410 445 235 Flat Flat
1002103 2900 475 390 235 Flat/flat Flat/Flat
1002101;1002102;1002103

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main switch
thermostat
indicator lamp
top element
bottom element
thermal cutting
device
220-240V
LN E
thermostat 2
main switch 2
thermal cutting
device 2
thermal cutting
device 1
main switch 1
thermostat 1
bottom element 1
top element 1
indicator lamp 1
220-240V
L N
bottom element 2
indicator lamp 2
top element 2
E
MODEL:1002103
Thermal cutout
Thermal cutout Thermal cutout
no.2
The above circuit diagram has been provided to assist qualified technicians. Only Birko agents or
Recommended Qualified Technicians should carry out repairs if needed. Do not remove any components or
service panels on this product.
Electrical Diagram
MODEL: 1002101/1002102

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Spare Parts List
Model: 1002101
Tools:
i) Scraper - 1315138
ii) Allen Key - 1315048
NO DESCRIPTION QTY CODE
1 TOP COVER 1
2 MAIN HANDLE 1 1315317
3 ELEMENT FIXING PLATE (UPPER) 1
4 REAR SPRING COVER 1
5 ELEMENT (UPPER) 1 1315318
6 CAST PLATE (UPPER) 1
7 CAST PLATE (LOWER) 1
8 HINGE 1
9 PLATE CONNECTING SPRING 1
10 ELEMENT (LOWER) 1 1315319
11 INSULATION FIXING PLATE (LOWER) 1
12 THERMAL CUT OUT DEVICE 1 1315121
13 MAIN BODY 1
14 LEAD + PLUG 1 1315011
15 CERAMIC TUBE 2
16 BASE PLATE 1
17 FEET 4 1315125
18 THERMOSTAT 1 1315004
19 THERMOSTAT DIAL 1 1315007
20 INDICATOR LIGHT 1 1315005
21 ON/OFF SWITCH 1 1315112
22 DRIP TRAY 1
23 ELEMENT FIXING PLATE (LOWER) 1
24 SMALL HANDLE 1 1315127
25 INSULATION FIXING PLATE (UPPER) 1
26 ADJUSTABLE BRACKET 1

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Explosion View
Model: 1002101

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Spare Parts List
Model: 1002102
Tools:
i) Scraper - 1315138
ii) Allen Key - 1315048
NO DESCRIPTION QTY CODE
1 TOP COVER 1
2 MAIN HANDLE 1
3 ELEMENT FIXING PLATE (UPPER) 1 1315131
4 REAR SPRING COVER 1
5 ELEMENT (UPPER) 1 1315133
6 CAST PLATE (UPPER) 1
7 CAST PLATE (LOWER) 1
8 HINGE 1 1315136
9 PLATE CONNECTING SPRING 1
10 ELEMENT (LOWER) 1 1315137
11 ELEMENT FIXING PLATE (LOWER) 1
12 THERMAL CUT OUT DEVICE 1 1315121
13 MAIN BODY 1
14 LEAD + PLUG 1 1315011
15 CERAMIC TUBE 2
16 ADJUSTABLE BRACKET 1
17 BASE 1
18 FEET 4 1315125
19 THERMOSTAT 1 1315004
20 THERMOSTAT DIAL 1 1315007
21 INDICATOR LIGHT 1 1315005
22 ON/OFF SWITCH 1 1315112
23 DRIP TRAY 1
24 ELEMENT FIXING PLATE 1
25 SMALL HANDLE 1
26 INSULATION FIXING PLATE (UPPER) 1
27 ADJUSTABLE BRACKET SCREW 1

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Explosion View
Model: 1002102
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Spare Parts List
Model: 1002103

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Explosion View
Model: 1002103

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Notes

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Notes

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Contact Details
Birko Heaters Australia Pty Ltd.,
ABN 39 103 881 625
67 Allingham St
Condell Park
N.S.W. 2200
AUSTRALIA
Local Ph: 1300 724 955
Local Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.birkoheaters.com
The term ‘Birko’ is a registered trade mark of Birko Heaters Australia Pty. Ltd.
800506 Rev 07-12 v1.01
Zenith Heaters Limited,
IRD No. 95 640 729
Unit 2/15 Moselle Avenue,
Henderson.
Auckland. 0610
NEW ZEALAND.
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile: 0800 559055
www.zenithheaters.co.nz