MKN Salamander User manual

Operating instructions
Salamander
Unit Type of energy Model
Salamander Vario Intelligence Electric SGESALINT
Translation from the original document • 1001247120ABDE-B • 13/09/2022
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Read the operating instructions prior to
commissioning

Operating and display elements
Central
heating Hold
min:sec
Cook Mode
select Start Stop On
Off
Preset
P
1P 2P
3
r
a c e f g h
q p o n m l k j i
db
a "Central heating" indicator light j "Start Stop" button
b "P1" indicator light k "Mode select" button
c "P2" indicator light l "+" button
d "P3" indicator light m Display
e "Cook" indicator light n "-" button
f "Hold" indicator light o "P3" button
g "Start Stop" indicator light p "P2" button
h "On Off" indicator light q "P1" button
i "On Off" button r "Central heating" button
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Manufacturer
MKN Maschinenfabrik Kurt Neubauer GmbH & Co. KG
Halberstädter Straße 2a
38300 Wolfenbüttel
Germany
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Internet www.mkn.com
Copyright
All rights to text, graphics and pictures in this documentation are held by MKN Maschinenfabrik Kurt
Neubauer GmbH & Co. KG. Distribution or duplication is only permitted with the prior written consent
of MKN.
Copyright by MKN Maschinenfabrik Kurt Neubauer GmbH & Co. KG.
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Directory of contents
4 Operating instructions
1Introduction......................................................................... 5
1.1About this manual ............................................................................ 5
1.1.1Explanation of signs ..................................................................................  6
1.2Intended use ..................................................................................... 7
1.3Warranty............................................................................................ 7
2Safety information.............................................................. 8
3Description of the unit ..................................................... 10
3.1Overview of the unit ....................................................................... 10
3.2Function of the operating and display elements......................... 11
4Operating the unit............................................................. 13
4.1Switching the unit on and off ........................................................ 13
4.2Basic functions............................................................................... 14
4.2.1Adjusting the height of the heating unit ...................................................  14
4.2.2Selecting the heating mode.....................................................................  15
4.2.3Using plate detection...............................................................................  15
4.3Manual cooking .............................................................................. 15
4.3.1Cooking ...................................................................................................  15
4.3.2Keeping food warm .................................................................................  16
4.4Programmed cooking .................................................................... 17
4.4.1Setting the cooking program ...................................................................  17
4.4.2Using the cooking program .....................................................................  18
4.5Gratinating and caramelising........................................................ 18
4.6Pausing and end of use ................................................................. 19
5Cleaning and caring for the unit ..................................... 20
5.1Preventing corrosion ..................................................................... 20
5.2Removing rust spots...................................................................... 20
5.3Cleaning the housing..................................................................... 21
5.4Cleaning the collection container and grate................................ 21
6Troubleshooting ............................................................... 22
6.1Cause of failure and the remedy................................................... 22
6.2Nameplate ....................................................................................... 22
7Carrying out maintenance ............................................... 23
8Dispose of unit in an environmentally responsible
manner ................................................................................. 24
9Manufacturer's declaration.............................................. 25
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Introduction
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1 Introduction
1.1 About this manual
The operating instructions are part of the unit and contain information:
•On safe operation,
•On cleaning and care,
•On remedies in case of faults.
Be aware of the following notes and adhere to them:
•Read the operating instructions completely before operating the
unit for the first time.
•Make the operating instructions available to the operator at all
times at the operating site of the unit.
•Insert any supplements from the manufacturer.
•Keep the operating instructions throughout the service life of the
unit.
•Pass on the operating instructions to any subsequent operator of
the unit.
Target group The target group of the instruction manual is the operator, who is
entrusted with the operation, cleaning and care of the unit.
Figures All figures in this manual are intended as examples. Discrepancies
between these and the actual unit can arise.
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1.1.1 Explanation of signs
DANGER
Imminent threat of danger
Failure to comply will lead to death or very severe injuries.
WARNING
Possible threat of danger
Failure to comply can lead to death or very severe injuries.
CAUTION
Dangerous situation
Failure to comply can lead to slight or moderately severe
injuries.
ATTENTION
Physical damage
Failure to comply can cause physical damage.
Notes for better understanding and operation of the unit.
Symbol / sign Meaning
•Listing of information.
Action steps, which can be performed
in any sequence.
1.
2.
Action steps, which must be performed
in the specified sequence.
Result of an action performed or
additional information about it.
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1.2 Intended use
This unit is intended to be used solely for commercial purposes,
particularly in commercial kitchens.
This unit may only be used with suitable accessories and for the
cooking of food.
The unit is permitted for the following purposes:
•Gratinating and surface baking of food
•Caramelising of food
•Keeping food hot
•Keeping food warm
It is forbidden to use the unit for purposes, which include the
following:
•Defrosting food or heating it up
•Drying cloths, paper or dishes
•Heating preserved food
•Heating flammable liquids
•Heating acids, alkaline solutions or other chemicals
The use of the unit is prohibited in the following countries:
1.3 Warranty
The warranty is void and safety is no longer assured in the event of:
•Improper conversion or technical modifications of the unit,
•Improper use,
•Incorrect startup, operation or maintenance of the unit,
•Problems resulting from failure to observe these instructions.
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2 Safety information
The unit complies with applicable safety standards. Residual risks
associated with operation or risks resulting from incorrect operation
cannot be ruled out and are mentioned specifically in the safety
instructions and warnings.
The operator must be familiar with regional regulations and observe
them.
Operation During operation, the following group of individuals must be
supervised by an individual who is responsible for safety:
•Individuals with physical, sensory, or mental handicaps, or who
lack the knowledge and experience to operate the unit properly.
The supervising individual must be familiar with the unit and the risks
associated with it.
Hot surfaces Risk of burns from hot surfaces
•Protect arms and hands by wearing suitable protective gloves.
•Do not touch heating elements, hot surfaces or accessories
immediately after use.
•Allow surfaces to cool prior to cleaning.
•Operate the height adjustment only by means of the handle.
•Remove hot cookware only with suitable protective gloves or
potholders.
•Remove containers and baking sheets only with suitable
protective gloves or potholders.
Hot liquids Risk of chemical burns from evaporating cleaners
•Follow the instructions of the cleaning agent manufacturer.
Defective unit Risk of injury from a defective unit
•Disconnect a defective unit from the electric mains.
•Do not operate a defective unit.
•Allow only an authorized technician to repair the unit.
Fire prevention Risk of fire from dirt and grease deposits
•Clean the unit when finished using it.
Risk of fire from overheating
•Observe the unit during operation.
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Firefighting
•In the event of a fire, disconnect the unit from the electric mains.
•Use a Fire Class F fire extinguisher, never water, to extinguish
grease fires. Other fires, for instance, can be extinguished with fire
extinguishers suitable for Fire Classes A, B, C, CO2 fire
extinguishers or extinguishing media suitable for the fire class
confronted.
Improper cleaning Risk of chemical burns from cleaning agent
•Follow the instructions of the cleaning agent manufacturer.
•Take appropriate protective measures when handling aggressive
cleaning agents.
Risk of falling on smooth floors
•Keep the floor in front of the unit clean and dry.
Risk of physical damage from improper cleaning
•Clean the unit after using it.
•Do not clean the unit with a high-pressure cleaner or water jet.
•Do not clean the housing with highly abrasive or chemically
aggressive cleaning agents.
•Do not clean the housing with highly abrasive sponges.
•Follow the instructions of the cleaning agent manufacturer.
•Do not cool shock the unit by cooling it abruptly.
•Do not use any bleaching or chlorine-containing cleaners or
disinfectants.
•Do not immerse the housing in water.
Hygiene Health risk from insufficient hygiene
•Observe applicable regional hygiene regulations.
•Follow the cleaning instructions.
•Observe food processing regulations when keeping food warm.
Improper use Risk of physical damage from improper use
•Do not operate the unit outdoors.
•Use only original accessories.
•Train operators regularly.
•Do not heat food warmer plates or tins of preserved food.
•Observe the unit during operation.
•Do not operate the unit without collection container and grate.
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3 Description of the unit
3.1 Overview of the unit
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b
h
ic
d
ef
a
j
Image: Salamander Vario Intelligence
a Power connection f Collection container
b Handle g Unit cover
c Nameplate h Contact plate
d Operating elements i Contact cover
e Grate j Heating unit
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3.2 Function of the operating and display elements
Symbol Operating/display element Function
Central
heating
"Central heating" indicator light Illuminates, if the central heating element is
selected
"Central heating" button Select heating mode with the central heating
element or with all heating elements
"P1", "P2" or "P3" indicator light Selected cooking program active
P
1
"P1" button Select cooking program 1
P
2
"P2" button Select cooking program 2
P
3
"P3" button Select cooking program 3
"+" button Increase cooking time and / or heating output
when keeping food warm
min:sec
Cook
"Cook" indicator light Illuminates, if the cooking function is selected
Hold
"Hold" indicator light Illuminates, if the function for keeping food
warm is selected
Display Shows the selected cooking time or level for
keeping food warm
Input range: Level 1 to 8 for keeping food
warm
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Symbol Operating/display element Function
"-" button Reduce cooking time and / or heating output
when keeping food warm
"Mode select" button During manual cooking: Select the cooking
function and the function for keeping food
warm
During programming: Switch between the
settings for cooking and keeping food warm
Start
Stop
"Start Stop" indicator light Illuminates, if the cooking function, the
function for keeping food warm or a saved
program is started
"Start Stop" button Start or stop the cooking function, the function
for keeping food warm or a saved program
On
Off
"On Off" indicator light Illuminates, if the unit is switched on
"On Off" button Switching on the unit
Switching off the unit
Unit in ready mode after switching off.
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4 Operating the unit
CAUTION
Risk of burns from hot surfaces
• Protect arms and hands by wearing suitable protective
gloves.
ATTENTION
Risk of physical damage from improper use
• Always operate the unit with collection container and grate.
4.1 Switching the unit on and off
Switch off the unit
Desired cooking mode or cooking program has ended
"Start Stop" indicator light illuminates
The "Heating" indicator light illuminates
1. Press the "Start Stop" button.
The "start stop" indicator light goes out.
"Cooking time" display shows "–.– –.".
Unit switches to operating readiness.
"Cooking temperature/level" display shows the actual
temperature.
2. Press the "on off" button.
Heating switches off.
The "Heating" indicator light goes out.
The unit cools down.
The unit is off.
Switching on the unit
1. Press the "On Off" button for 3 seconds.
The "On Off" indicator light illuminates.
Display shows "00:00" when first switched on.
Display shows the last set cooking time.
The unit is switched on.
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4.2 Basic functions
Automatic change of the unit to operating readiness, as soon as
cooking, keeping food warm or a cooking program is ended or
interrupted.
The interrupted cooking time is not continued. It starts from the
beginning with every start procedure of the unit.
The cooking time that was originally set appears again in the
display.
Tip Heating is not necessary. The unit heats up in a few seconds.
Tip Using for too long or too high a temperature reduces the quality
of the food being cooked. The food can dry out or burn.
4.2.1 Adjusting the height of the heating unit
CAUTION
Risk of burns from hot surfaces
• Protect arms and hands by wearing suitable protective
gloves.
The cooking temperature is not adjustable.
The cooking result can be optimised by height adjustment of the
heating unit.
The cooking temperature can be controlled to a limited extent by
changing the distance between the heating unit and the food
being cooked.
The height adjustment can be adjusted infinitely.
Requirement The unit is switched on
Cooking or the saved cooking program is active
The plate with the food being cooked is set down on the grate
Move the heating unit nearer to the food being cooked.
The temperature at the food being cooked is increased.
Remove the heating unit from the food being cooked.
The temperature at the food being cooked is reduced.
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4.2.2 Selecting the heating mode
The heating mode can be switched flexibly during cooking.
Switching between heating with the central heating element or
all heating elements is possible at any time.
The setting can be set and saved for programmed cooking.
Requirement The unit is switched on
1. Press the "Central heating" button.
The "Central heating" indicator light illuminates.
Heating with the central heating element is selected.
2. Press the "Central heating" button.
The "Central heating" indicator light goes out.
Heating with all three heating elements is selected.
4.2.3 Using plate detection
Plate detection is active after the unit is switched on.
Requirement The unit is switched on
1. Press the plate against the contact cover.
The functions for cooking, keeping food warm or the cooking
program start automatically.
2. Remove the plate from the contact cover.
The functions for cooking, keeping food warm or the cooking
program end automatically.
4.3 Manual cooking
4.3.1 Cooking
Requirement The unit is switched on
1. Press the "Mode select" button until the "Cook" indicator light
illuminates.
The cooking function is selected.
The "Cook" indicator light illuminates.
Display shows the last set cooking time.
2. Press the "+" button or "–" button.
Display shows the set cooking time.
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3. Press the "Start Stop" button or push the plate against the contact
cover.
The cooking function is started.
The set cooking time counts down.
Display shows the remaining cooking time.
An audible signal sounds, after the cooking time has elapsed.
The unit switches automatically to operating readiness, as
soon as cooking, keeping food warm or a cooking program is
ended or interrupted.
The audible signal ends after several minutes.
4.3.2 Keeping food warm
The food being cooked retains the temperature, which is
reached during cooking, over a long period of time.
The cooling of the food being cooked is dependent on the level
and time selected for keeping food warm.
Requirement The unit is switched on
Heating unit adjusted to the maximum distance from the food being
cooked
All heating elements selected
1. Press the "Mode select" button until the "Hold" indicator light
illuminates.
The function for keeping food warm is selected.
Display shows the levels for keeping food warm.
The "Hold" indicator light illuminates.
2. Press the "+" button or "–" button.
Display shows the selected level for keeping food warm.
3. Press the "Start Stop" button or push the plate against the contact
cover.
The function for keeping food warm is started.
Display shows a rotating signal.
4. Press the "Start Stop" button or pull out the plate.
The function for keeping food warm is ended.
Tip In order to keep food hot, use preheated and heat-resistant
dishes.
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4.4 Programmed cooking
4.4.1 Setting the cooking program
Cooking programs can be selected in such a way, that a
selected level for keeping food warm is activated after the set
cooking time has elapsed.
"P1" button, "P2" button or "P3" button are only activated and
adjustable, if the function for cooking or keeping food warm is
switched off.
Requirement The unit is switched on
1. Press "P1" button, "P2" button or "P3" button for several seconds.
Display flashes.
The cooking function is activated.
The "Cook" indicator light flashes.
2. Press the "+" button or "–" button.
Display shows the set cooking time.
If the selected "P1" button, "P2" button or "P3" button is pressed
before the "Mode select" button, only the cooking function is
saved.
The function for keeping food warm is not saved, because the
programming was completed prematurely.
The cooking function can be extended with the function for keeping
food warm.
3. Press the "Mode select" button.
The function for keeping food warm is activated.
Display shows the level for keeping food warm.
The "Hold" indicator light flashes.
4. Press the "+" button or "–" button.
Display shows the selected level for keeping food warm.
5. Press the button of the corresponding program.
Program saved.
The unit returns to the cooking mode.
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4.4.2 Using the cooking program
Requirement The unit is switched on
No cooking program selected
1. Press the "Start Stop" button until the "Start Stop" indicator light
goes out.
Function for cooking or keeping food warm is switched off.
"P1" button, "P2" button and "P3" button are activated.
2. Place the plate on the grate.
3. Adjust the heating unit to the desired height.
4. Press the button of the corresponding program.
The cooking program starts.
4.5 Gratinating and caramelising
CAUTION
Risk of burns from hot surfaces
• Protect arms and hands by wearing suitable protective
gloves.
ATTENTION
Physical damage through overheating the food being
cooked
• Avoid excessive heat impact on the food being cooked.
Change the height adjustment, if the browning on the surface of
the food being cooked is too strong.
Requirement The unit is switched on
1. Prepare the food to be cooked on the plate.
2. Select the cooking function or saved cooking program.
3. Place the plate on the grate.
4. Adjust the heating unit to the desired height.
5. Press the "Start Stop" button or push the plate against the contact
cover.
The cooking function or a saved program is started.
6. Press the "Start Stop" button or remove the plate from the contact
cover.
The unit switches automatically to operating readiness, as
soon as the function for cooking, keeping food warm or a
cooking program is ended or interrupted.
An audible signal sounds, after the cooking time has elapsed.
The audible signal ends after several minutes.
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4.6 Pausing and end of use
Automatic change of the unit to operating readiness, as soon as
cooking, keeping food warm or a cooking program is ended or
interrupted.
Switch off the unit during pauses and at end of use.
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5 Cleaning and caring for the unit
CAUTION
Risk of burns from hot surfaces
• Allow surfaces to cool prior to cleaning.
ATTENTION
Risk of physical damage from extremely abrupt cooling
• Do not cool shock the unit by cooling it abruptly.
ATTENTION
Risk of physical damage from improper cleaning
• Do not clean the unit with a high-pressure cleaner or water
jet.
Requirement Unit switched off and cooled down
Clean the unit after use.
5.1 Preventing corrosion
•Keep the surfaces of the unit clean and with access to air.
•Remove lime, grease, starch and protein deposits from the
surfaces of the unit.
•Remove salt accumulations.
•Only expose parts made from non-rusting steel to brief contact
with highly acidic foods, spices, salts or the like.
•Avoid damaging the stainless steel surface with other metal items,
such as for example steel spatulas or steel wire brushes.
•Avoid contact with iron and steel, such as for example steel wool
and steel spatulas.
•Do not use bleaching or chlorine-containing cleaning agents.
•Clean the contact surfaces with water.
5.2 Removing rust spots
•Remove fresh rust spots with a mild abrasive or fine sandpaper.
•Always remove rust spots completely.
•Expose treated areas to fresh air for at least 24 hours. During this
time, do not allow any contact with greases, oils or foods so that a
new protective layer can form.
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