Franke HCMF-30P User manual

MODEL: HCMF-30P HCMF-18P
PART NUMBER: 18014427 18014424
High Capacity Meat Freezer ( HCMF-30P shown )
OPERATION & INSTALLATION MANUAL
HIGH CAPACITY MEAT FREEZER

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EXPLANATION OF SAFETY AND NOTICE SYMBOLS
DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
Energized electrical circuits present a life-threatening
hazard of electric shock, explosion, or arc flash.
-NEVER hose down unit or clean with water jet.
-ALWAYS disconnect unit from power IMMEDIATELY
if bare wires or other electrical conductors are
exposed.
-ALWAYS ensure all electrical circuits are
disconnected and discharged, with an
appropriately rated voltage detecting device,
before performing service, maintenance, or
installation work.
-ALWAYS follow all national and local standards,
laws, and codes, as well as all applicable safe
electrical work practices.
Failure to follow these safety instructions WILL result
in death or serious injury.
Refrigeration systems that use R-290 (Propane)
present a life-threatening hazard of fire or
explosion. All refrigeration systems present a
hazard of flash freezing and oxygen displacement.
-ONLY defrost unit naturally to avoid puncture or
damage to the refrigeration circuit.
-ALWAYS perform repairs on the unit in a well
ventilated area, away from any source of ignition.
- ALL service work MUST be performed ONLY by
factory-authorized service personnel following all
national, local, or other applicable refrigerant safe
handling work practices, standards, laws, and codes.
- ONLY use original equipment manufacturer (OEM)
components designed for use in R-290 refrigeration
systems when servicing, to minimize the risk of
ignition from incorrect parts or improper service.
-ALWAYS use caution when handling or moving
refrigerated equipment to avoid damage to the
refrigeration tubing so as to minimize the risk of leaks.
-ALWAYS read the unit’s operation and service
manuals completely before performing service work.
-ALWAYS use caution when handling refrigeration
discharge lines because they are hot and can burn.
-ALWAYS wear appropriate personal protective
equipment (PPE) when servicing equipment.
Failure to follow these safety instructions WILL result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Unauthorized modifications or repairs pose a
hazard in the form of an improperly functioning
unit.
-ONLY for commercial use.
- NEVER make ANY modifications to the unit that are
not authorized by documentation provided by Franke.
-NEVER remove any labels from the unit.
-ALWAYS replace ANY labels that have been
removed or damaged IMMEDIATELY.
-ONLY use original equipment manufacturer (OEM)
parts when service, maintenance, or installation
work is performed.
-NEVER operate with factory installed parts or
components removed.
-NEVER use for other than intended use.
Failure to follow these safety instructions COULD
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result in death or serious injury.
These instructions are intended for qualified
persons ONLY. Use by others creates an unsafe
condition.
-ONLY persons who are certified technicians or
trades persons with the requisite knowledge, skills,
ability, and training, MUST perform service or
installation work.
-ALWAYS keep out of the reach of children.
-ONLY allow access to unit by trained personnel
who have read this manual.
Failure to follow these safety instructions COULD
result in death or serious injury, as well as property
damage or void of warranty.
CAUTION
Lifting and transporting heavy objects poses a
hazard of injury.
-NEVER lift or move equipment without proper tools
or assistance.
Failure to follow these safety instructions COULD
result in minor to moderate injury.
Steel surfaces may have sharp edges which pose
a hazard of injury
-ALWAYS wear appropriate personal protective
equipment (PPE) when moving or handling
equipment.
Failure to follow these safety instructions COULD
result in minor to moderate injury.
NOTICE
NEVER use inappropriate tools, processes, or
procedures. Damage to components of unit can
occur.
-Follow these instructions EXACTLY to avoid
property damage or void of warranty.
NEVER discard any loose parts received with
unit. They may be required for proper and safe
installation and operation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Information................................................................................. 2
Key Components ...................................................................................................... 5
Overview .........................................................................................................................5
Installation ................................................................................................................ 6
Installing the HCMF-P......................................................................................................6
Reversing the Front Loading Door ...................................................................................8
Controls & Settings ................................................................................................10
Power ON/OFF Switch ..................................................................................................10
Factory Preset Temperature & Adjustable Range ..........................................................10
Unit Temperature Adjustment .......................................................................................10
Manual Defrost..............................................................................................................11
Operation ................................................................................................................11
Adjusting the Wire Shelving...........................................................................................11
Storing Frozen Product..................................................................................................13
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................14
Warranty..................................................................................................................15

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KEY COMPONENTS
Overview
The High Capacity Meat Freezer (HCMF-P) is designed
for use at the kitchen grill station. The freezer provides
quick and easily access storage to frozen proteins.
The HCMF-P features stainless steel surface, three
shelves for boxed product, a digital temperature
controller for monitoring the current temperature of
the unit, and removable panels to allow access to
internal refrigeration components for maintenance.
The HCMF-P is available in both 18" and 30" models.
For instructions in this manual that apply to both
models, the 30" model will be shown.
1 2 3 4
5 6
8 9 10
7
Fig. 1
ITEM PART NAME QTY
1 Roll-Back Lid 1
2 Digital Temperature Controller 1
3 Front Louvered Access Panel 1
4 Bracket for Disposable Gloves 1
5 Locking Casters 4
6 Front Loading Door (shown hinged right) 1
7 Front Loading Door Gasket 1
8 Power ON/OFF Switch 1
9 Power Cord 1
10 Grill Tool Shelf 1
Table 1

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INSTALLATION
Installing the HCMF-P
CAUTION
LIFTING HAZARD
Use appropriate help, tools, and techniques when lifting or moving heavy objects.
NOTICE
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Remove all tape, protective film, and foam blocking from the unit before installation. Wash, rinse, and
sanitize wire shelves before use. Fully wash, rinse, sanitize, and dry all exterior and interior surfaces of the
unit before first use.
STEP 1
Remove glove bracket (Fig. 2) from packaging. Set
aside for later installation.
Fig. 2
STEP 2
Position HCMF-P on correct side of grill station: to right
of grill for right-handed models, and to left of grill for
left-handed models. Ensure a minimum of 2" clearance
to either side, as well as behind, unit (Fig. 3).
Fig. 3 2" MIN. CLEARANCE
2" MIN. CLEARANCE
NOTICE
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Front of HCMF-P should be even with front of grill.
Lock all four (4) casters when unit is positioned
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STEP 3
If needed, remove, rotate, and reinstall front loading
door (refer to Reversing the Front Loading Door , page
8). Door should open towards grill station.
Fig. 4
STEP 4
Position glove holder bracket over mounting holes o
top of front loading door. Fasten bracket to door with
two (2) of the supplied screws (Fig. 5).
Fig. 5
STEP 5
Load glove holder bracket with disposable gloves by
positioning attachment holes on disposable glove
pack over pins on front of bracket (Fig. 6).
Fig. 6
STEP 6
Plug unit into appropriately-rated electrical receptacle,
per specifications noted on unit data label (Fig. 7).
Restrain excess cord length using plastic wire ties.
Fig. 7
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INSTALLATION
Reversing the Front Loading Door
CAUTION
RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY
Use caution when removing door to avoid dropping heavy components onto feet.
The HCMF-P front loading door is field-reversible and designed for right- or left-handed swing. Use the following
procedure to reverse the door if required due to installation location.
STEP 1
Remove two (2) screws fastening glove bracket to top
of door. Set bracket aside, and reinstall screws into
open holes in door (Fig. 8).
Fig. 8
STEP 2
Hold front-loading door open. Remove two (2) screws
fastening bottom-right hinge to front of unit (Fig. 9).
Reinstall screws into empty holes.
Fig. 9
STEP 3
Remove front-loading door from top-right hinge (Fig.
10). Set door aside for later re-installation.
Fig. 10
STEP 4
Remove two (2) screws fastening top-right hinge to
front of unit (Fig. 11). Reinstall screws into empty holes.
Fig. 11

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STEP 5
Turn top-right hinge upside-down and install to bottom-
left position using pre-installed screws (Fig. 12).
Fig. 12
STEP 6
Turn front-loading door upside-down. Place door onto
bottom-left hinge (Fig. 13).
Fig. 13
STEP 7
Continue to support door. Turn bottom-right hinge
upside-down and install to top-left position using pre-
installed screws (Fig. 14). Confirm that door opens
smoothly and that door gasket seals fully against
freezer compartment.
Fig. 14
STEP 8
Reinstall glove bracket, reversing steps outlined in
Step 1 (Fig. 15).
Fig. 15

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CONTROLS & SETTINGS
Power ON/OFF Switch
The High Capacity Meat Freezer (HCMF-P) is provided
with a main power ON/OFF switch, located above the
louvered access panel at the back of the unit (Fig. 16).
The switch illuminates when power is turned ON.
POWER ON/OFF SWITCH
Fig. 16
Factory Preset Temperature & Adjustable
Range
The temperature for the HCMF-P is preset at the
factory. The preset temperature is recommended for
normal operation. If needed, the temperatures can be
adjusted. The factory preset and adjustable range is
shown in the following table (Table 2).
FACTORY PRESET
TEMPERATURE/CONTROL
SETTING
ADJUSTABLE TEMPERATURE
RANGE
-5.0° F
(-20.5° C)
-10.0° to 0.0° F
(-23.0° to -18.0° C)
Table 2
Unit Temperature Adjustment
To adjust the temperature of the unit:
1. Locate temperature controller, above front
louvered access panel (Fig. 17).
Fig. 17
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER
1. Press SET (Fig. 18).
Fig. 18
2. Press SET again. The current setpoint is displayed.
Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to adjust
the temperature setting (Fig. 19).
Fig. 19

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CONTROLS & SETTINGS
3. Press the POWER button twice to save the new setting.
The current temperature will be displayed (Fig. 20).
Fig. 20
4. Monitor the unit to verify that it reaches the
desired operating temperature.
Manual Defrost
NOTICE
IMPORTANT OPERATION INFORMATION
The High Capacity Meat Freezer (HCMF-P) is designed
for automatic evaporator coil defrosting. Under normal
operating conditions, NO MANUAL DEFROSTING is
required by the operator.
To initiate a manual defrost:
1. Press and hold down arrow button on display for
five (5) seconds (Fig. 21).
Fig. 21
2. Display will read “dEF” (Fig. 22), compressor
will shut off, and heater will begin melting
excess ice buildup from refrigeration circuit. At
end of manual defrost cycle, compressor will
restart and display will show the current freezer
compartment temperature.
Fig. 22
OPERATION
Adjusting the Wire Shelving
The High Capacity Meat Freezer (HCMF-P) is designed
with three interior shelves for boxed product, including:
-A fixed position wire top shelf, typically used
to store open boxes of frozen product to be
accessed through the roll-back, quick-access
door on top of the freezer compartment
-A middle wire shelf with three (3) adjustable
height positions for different box and case sizes
-A raised, stainless steel bottom shelf designed to
ensure correct air flow in the freezer compartment.
As noted, the middle shelf can be adjusted to
accommodate a variety of box sizes. Use the following
procedure to adjust the height of the middle shelf.
1. Empty all product from middle shelf. Remove
shelf from support rails (Fig. 23). Wash, rinse, and
sanitize shelf, then allow to fully air dry.
Fig. 23

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OPERATION
2. Loosen three (3) screws fastening each middle
shelf rail to interior freezer wall. Slide rail forward
(Fig. 24) and then away from wall to release from
screws (Fig. 25).
Fig. 24
Fig. 25
3. Reinstall rails by placing keyholes at intended
shelf height on screws in freezer wall (Fig. 26).
Slide rails back, then tighten screws to fasten rail
in place (Fig. 27).
Fig. 26
Fig. 27
4. Once wire shelf is dry, place back onto shelf rails
(Fig. 28).
Fig. 28

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OPERATION
Storing Frozen Product
NOTICE
IMPORTANT OPERATION INFORMATION
Do NOT overload HCMF-P, or allow cases or plastic
bags to obstruct or block evaporator intake and outlet
openings inside of freezer (Fig. 29).
Fig. 29
DISCHARGE OUTLETS AIR INLET
The High Capacity Meat Freezer (HCMF-P) is designed
to hold the following:
-HCMF-18P: Up to three (3) 10:1 or 4:1 cases
-HCMF-30P: Up to six (6) 10:1 or 4:1 cases
When loading cases, open top flaps and fold down side
flaps. Open front door and place each carton onto a
shelf. Keep inner, plastic bags closed until patties are
needed. Ensure cartons are pushed back fully into
freezer compartment and that front door closes and
seals.
Open one to two (1 to 2) product cases as needed for
immediate production and place onto top wire shelf.
Top of cases should be accessible through roll-back
top (Fig. 30).
Fig. 30
Using one to two (1 to 2) plastic gloves, as directed in
store food safety instructions, push back the roll-back
lid to access patties for grilling. Door will automatically
roll shut once released, maintaining safe product
temperatures.
NOTICE
RISK OF FOOD LOSS & EQUIPMENT FAILURE
Do NOT allow freezer door to remain open for longer
than required to remove frozen product for immediate
use. Do NOT obstruct the roll-back lid’s ability to
automatically close.

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ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Unit does not run.
Rocker switch is in the
OFF position. Toggle the rocker switch to the ON position.
Electronic controller has
been turned off.
Push and hold power button (located in the top-
right corner of controller) for 5-7 seconds.
Circuit breaker has been
tripped.
Check circuit breaker to see if it has tripped.
Reset if necessary.
Unit is running, but does not reach
target operating temperatures.
Store’s ambient
temperature is too high.
Decrease set point temperature of controller
(refer to Unit Temperature Adjustment , page 10).
Condenser coil is dirty
or clogged with debris.
Use a soft bristle brush to clean coils (refer to
the store’s Planned Maintenance Manual ).
Ice buildup on
evaporator coils.
Remove all product, defrost (refer to Manual
Defrost , page 11), and allow sufficient time for
unit to reach target operating temperature.
Product is above the target
temperature.
Store’s ambient
temperature is too high.
Decrease set point temperature of controller
(refer to Unit Temperature Adjustment , page 10).
Food has not been pre-
chilled before placement
in the drawers.
Place product into cold storage until product
temperature has been brought down to within
food safety limits.
Frost building up on opening around
door.
Door gasket are
damaged or not installed
correctly.
Verify that the door gasket is installed correctly
and is not cracked or damaged.
If following these steps does not fix the problem,
contact Franke at [phone] and press 2 for Technical Support.
TROUBLESHOOTING

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Franke Foodservice Solutions (“Franke”) warrants new equipment manufactured in Franke’s own facilities to be
free of defects due to poor materials or workmanship for the period of time listed below (following the date of
original installation):
Franke-Manufactured Equipment
-All Components (including compressor) - 2 Year Parts and Labor (years 1-2)
-Compressor - 5 Years (parts only years 3-5)
Exclusions: Certain Franke parts that are expendable by nature and need to be replaced frequently may not be
covered. Franke is not liable under these warranties for repairs or damages due to improper operation,
maintenance or cleaning, attempted repairs or installation by unauthorized persons, alterations, water
quality, abuse, fire, flood or acts of God.
Additionally, this warranty may be voided in the case of:
-Failure to follow Franke instructions for use, care or maintenance.
-Removal, alteration or defacing of the Franke-affixed serial number labels.
-Service by a non-authorized service company.
-Use of non-OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts.
This warranty is conditional upon Franke receiving notice of any defect subject to this warranty within thirty (30)
days of its original discovery by the Buyer.
Other Equipment (Not Manufactured by Franke)
-Equipment not manufactured by Franke (commonly known as “buyouts” or purchased goods) and
manufactured by other entities is covered by the warranties, if any, of such third-party manufacturers.
Where such third party manufacturers provide warranties on any or all portions of said “buyouts,”
Franke agrees to transfer all such warranties to the Buyer.
WARRANTY

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