MKN FlexiChef Series User manual

Installation instructions
FlexiChef
Unit Energy type Design Model
FlexiChef Electric Deep-frying
High-speed cooking
Cleaning
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Read the operating instructions prior to
commissioning

2 Installation instructions
Manufacturer
MKN Maschinenfabrik Kurt Neubauer GmbH & Co. KG
Halberstädter Straße 2a
38300 Wolfenbüttel
Germany
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
Internet www.mkn.com
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Directory of contents
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1Introduction......................................................................... 5
1.1About this manual ............................................................................ 5
1.1.1Explanation of signs ..................................................................................  6
1.2Personnel qualifications.................................................................. 7
1.3Use of the unit................................................................................... 7
1.4Warranty............................................................................................ 7
2Safety information.............................................................. 8
3Description of the unit ..................................................... 11
3.1Overview of the unit ....................................................................... 11
3.2Equipment identification via order code...................................... 12
3.3Equipment and connection data................................................... 12
3.3.1Basic control setting ................................................................................  15
4Transporting the unit ....................................................... 16
4.1Transporting the unit to the installation site ............................... 16
4.2Removing the transport protection .............................................. 17
4.3Unpacking the unit ......................................................................... 17
5Setting up the unit............................................................ 18
5.1Minimum clearances ...................................................................... 19
5.2Opening and closing the housing................................................. 20
5.2.1Removing and attaching the front panel of the control arm.....................  21
5.2.2Removing and attaching the cover of the control arm.............................  22
5.2.3Removing and attaching the front panel of the side arm.........................  23
5.2.4Removing and attaching the side arm cover ...........................................  24
5.2.5Opening and closing the lid .....................................................................  25
5.3Placing the unit on the equipment legs........................................ 27
5.4Setting up the unit on the base..................................................... 28
5.5Removing the transport securing device..................................... 29
5.6Aligning the unit ............................................................................. 29
5.6.1Aligning the unit on the base ...................................................................  30
5.6.2Aligning the unit with equipment legs ......................................................  31
5.6.3Checking alignment.................................................................................  32
5.7Attaching the cover plate .............................................................. 32
5.8Setting up FlexiChef Team ............................................................ 33
5.8.1Aligning single units with each other .......................................................  33
5.8.2Connecting single units to each other .....................................................  34
5.8.3Installing the control unit in the cover ......................................................  35
5.8.4Connecting the control unit......................................................................  36
5.8.5Installing the control unit front panel........................................................  37
5.9Connecting the unit........................................................................ 38
5.10Fastening the unit to the floor..................................................... 39
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5.10.1Securing the unit against sliding............................................................  39
6Connecting the unit.......................................................... 41
6.1Removing and attaching the cover plate for the service
connections .......................................................................................... 41
6.1.1Removing the cover plate........................................................................  41
6.1.2Attaching the cover plate.........................................................................  41
6.2Making the electrical connection.................................................. 42
6.2.1Description of the power connection .......................................................  44
6.2.2Connecting the power connection cable .................................................  45
6.2.3Connecting the socket.............................................................................  46
6.2.4Connecting the power optimizing system................................................  47
6.2.5Connecting the fire protection contact.....................................................  48
6.2.6Connecting the floating contact ...............................................................  49
6.2.7Connecting to the potential equalisation circuit .......................................  50
6.3Performing basic control setting .................................................. 50
6.3.1Changing the basic control setting ..........................................................  51
6.4Making the water connection ........................................................ 52
6.4.1Connecting the tap water connection line ...............................................  53
6.5Making the wastewater connection .............................................. 54
6.5.1Connecting the wastewater line to a permanent connection...................  55
6.5.2Connecting the wastewater connection to a waste trap in the building...  56
6.5.3Connecting a wastewater line with an unobstructed discharge...............  57
7Checking operation.......................................................... 58
7.1Checking the pan position............................................................. 58
7.2Checking the lid.............................................................................. 59
7.3Checking the controls.................................................................... 59
7.4Checking the water inlet ................................................................ 60
7.5Checking the wastewater connection .......................................... 60
7.5.1Checking the wastewater line to a permanent connection ......................  60
7.5.2Checking a wastewater line with an unobstructed discharge..................  60
8Putting the unit into service ............................................ 61
8.1Nameplate ....................................................................................... 61
8.2Filling out the Commissioning report........................................... 61
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Introduction
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1 Introduction
1.1 About this manual
The instruction manual is part of the unit and contains information on
safe installation of the unit.
Observe and adhere to the following instructions:
•Read the instruction manual in its entirety prior to installation.
•Make the instruction manual available to the installer at the
operating site at all times.
•Preserve the installation manual throughout the service life of the
unit.
•Insert any supplements from the manufacturer.
•Pass on the installation manual to any subsequent operator of the
unit.
Target group The target group for the installation manual is trained technical
personnel that is familiar with installing and operating 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 Personnel qualifications
Explanation of qualification
Skilled staff •Skilled staff are those, who due to their profes-
sional training, knowledge and experience as well
as their knowledge of the relevant standards can
assess the tasks given to them and recognize any
possible dangers.
Expert •An expert is a person, who has sufficient profes-
sional knowledge on the basis of his training and
experience, and who is sufficiently familiar with
the relevant regulations, guidelines and rules cov-
ering the particular technology, that he can as-
sess the safe operating condition of the system.
•The person must be named in writing by the spe-
cialist company concerned, and the remit of his
authorised tasks must also be stated.
Type of activity Qualification
Power connection •Electrician
•Specific professional training
•Employee of the specialist company concerned
Water connection •Plumber
•Specific professional training
•Employee of the specialist company concerned
Wastewater connection •Wastewater specialist
•Specific professional training
•Employee of the specialist company concerned
1.3 Use of the unit
This unit is intended to be used solely for commercial purposes,
particularly in commercial kitchens.
The use of the unit is prohibited in the following countries:
•USA
•Canada
1.4 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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Safety information
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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 installer must be familiar with regional regulations and observe
them.
The installer must observe the safety instructions in these mounting
instructions and in the "Safety information" chapter of the operating
instructions.
Ensuring conformity with
standards
Observe applicable international, European and national laws,
regulations, standards and directives for the unit when transporting,
setting up and connecting it.
Improper installation Risk of property damage and personal injury from improper
installation
•Install the unit only as specified in these installation instructions.
•Do not add anything to the unit or modify the unit.
•Use only original spare parts.
Transportation and storage Risk of personal injury and property damage from improper
transportation and improper storage
•Store the unit in a dry, frost-free environment.
•Observe the safety regulations for the lifting gear used.
•Attach the unit to the lifting gear securely during transport and
setup, and prevent it from dropping.
•Transport the unit in an upright position, do not tilt or stack.
•Pay attention to protruding parts when transporting the unit
without packaging.
Fire prevention Risk of fire from combustible surfaces
•Observe general fire prevention regulations.
•When setting up the unit in close proximity to heat-sensitive
substances or substances that pose a risk of fire, observe fire
prevention regulations.
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Organisational measures Risk of property damage and personal injury from lack of
organizational measures
•Identify hazard areas when transporting, setting up and
connecting the unit.
•Prior to starting the installation work, notify any operators present
about the procedure.
•Prior to starting the installation work, discuss how to behave in an
emergency.
•Use equipment and protective gear suitable for the activity.
•Brace housing components to prevent them from falling over and
dropping.
Setup Risk of property damage and personal injury from improper
setup
•Ensure that the unit is stable when set up and aligned.
•Wear safety shoes and protective gloves.
•Ensure that the ground or wall has adequate load-bearing
capacity.
Electrical connection Risk of fire from improper connection
•Observe applicable regional regulations of the electrical utility.
•Ensure that only electricians licensed by the electric utility connect
the unit.
•Ensure that the electrical system is earthed by a protective
earthing conductor.
•Note the information on the nameplate.
Risk of electric shock from live components.
•Prior to working on the electrical system, switch off the unit,
disconnect the electrical system from the mains and prevent
power from being switched on again. Check to ensure absence of
voltage.
•Use only insulated tools.
•Do not put a unit with damaged operating elements into service.
Additional connection work Risk of physical damage and personal injury from improper
connection
•Prior to working on the unit, switch off the unit, disconnect the unit
from the mains and prevent power from being switched on again.
Check to ensure absence of voltage.
•Route connection lines such that they cannot be damaged from
heat.
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Concluding activities Risk of damage to property and personal injury from improper
connections
•Reactivate all safety devices and check that they function
properly.
Commissioning Risk of property damage and personal injury from improper
commissioning
•Read the operating instructions prior to commissioning. Observe
the safety instructions in this installation manual and in the "Safety
information" chapter of the operating instructions.
•Put the unit into service only after a successful function test
following assembly.
•Put the unit into service only after it has reached room
temperature.
•Observe the units during operation.
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Description of the unit
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3 Description of the unit
3.1 Overview of the unit
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Image: Unit with high-speed cooking and automatic cleaning
a Water supply k Steam outlet safety valve
(optional)
b Lid l Hand shower (optional)
c Core temperature sensor m Control unit front panel
d Filling nozzle (optional) n Control arm
e Control unit o Nameplate
f Fill level mark p Pan
g "OIL" fill level mark q Side arm
h Socket (optional) r Equipment leg
i Spout s Drain
j Storage container (optional) t Cleaning lance (optional)
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3.2 Equipment identification via order code
The equipping of the unit can be identified from the order code. The
type number with the order code is given on the nameplate.
Order code Position Design
FCEKMP122DR-----G2xxxx
...22...
b c d e f ga
FCEKMP232DR-12DRG2xxxx
...32... ...12......232...
a b c d e f c d e f g
a C = Floor-standing unit
I = Suspended unit
b 1 = Single unit, operation on the right
2 = Team unit, operation in the middle
3 = Single unit, operation on the left
c 1 = Pan size 1/1 GN
2 = Pan size 2/1 GN
3 = Pan size 3/1 GN
d 2 = Pan depth 225 mm
3 = Pan depth 315 mm
e D = High-speed cooking, ReadyXpress
f R = Cleaning, SpaceClean
g G2 = FlexiChef 2.0
3.3 Equipment and connection data
All models
Tap water connection
Water type Tap water, cold
Tap water, warm
Maximum water temperature (°C) 60
Flow rate (l/min) > 13
Carbonate hardness CaCO3 (mmol/l (°dH)) < 4,4 (24,4)
Chloride Cl (mg/l) < 100
Iron FE (mg/l) < 0.2
Connection pressure (kPa (bar)) 200 (2) — 600 (6)
Connection size (") G 3/4
Operating environment
Temperature (° C) 5 — 40
Relative humidity (%)
non-condensing
95
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All models
Data interfaces
USB port USB 1.0 only for USB flash drives max. 32GB
HACCP RJ45 network cable (CAT5)
Bluetooth
Power optimizing system
Connection terminal (mm²) 2,5
Floating contact
Connection terminal (mm²) 2,5
Fire protection contact
Connection terminal (mm²) 2,5
Socket
Separate supply connection terminal (mm²) 2,5
Wastewater connection
Wastewater type Dirty water, maximum 95 °C
Line length HAT pipe DN 50*, if < 3 m with a drop of at least 8% or 4°
Line length HAT pipe DN 70*, if > 3 m with a drop of at least 4% or 2°
Maximum flow rate with permanent connection
(l/min)
50
Maximum flow rate with floor channel (l/min) 70
* Marine version in stainless steel
FlexiChef
Model FCEKMP...
Size X12XX... X22XX... X23XX... X32XX... X33XX...
Dimensions
Unit length x width x carcass height (mm) 1100 x
907 x 835
1300 x 907 x 835 1600 x 907 x 835
Pan size (mm) 225 225 315 225 315
Weight
Standard (kg) --- 250 255 305 310
Unit with ReadyXpress (kg) 240 275 280 335 340
Unit with SpaceClean (kg) --- 300 305 360 365
Unit with ReadyXpress and SpaceClean (kg) 290 320 330 385 390
Content
Maximum fill quantity, pan (l) 50 75 100 100 150
Maximum fill quantity, pan ReadyXpress (l) 35 60 85 85 130
Maximum fill quantity, deep-frying oil (l) 25 35 35 49 49
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Model FCEKMP...
Size X12XX... X22XX... X23XX... X32XX... X33XX...
Emissions
Noise level (db (A)) < 70
Heat output (operation as boiling kettle and cooking appliance)
MaxPower, latent / sensible (W) 2940 / 515 4480 / 784 6800 / 1190
FlexPower, latent / sensible (W) 2620 / 459 3440 / 602 5240 / 917
Heat output (operation as pressure cooking kettle)
MaxPower, latent / sensible (W) 147 / 588 224 / 896 340 / 1360
FlexPower, latent / sensible (W) 131 / 524 172 / 688 262 / 1048
Heat output (operation as tiltable frying pan)
MaxPower, latent / sensible (W) 5880 /
6615
8960 / 10080 13600 / 15300
FlexPower, latent / sensible (W) 5240 /
5895
6880 / 7740 10480 / 11790
Heat output (operation as deep-fat fryer)
MaxPower, latent / sensible (W) 10290 /
1323
15680 / 2016 23800 / 3060
FlexPower, latent / sensible (W) 9170 /
1179
12040 / 1548 18340 / 2358
The sensible and latent heat amounts are determined in Germany on the basis of VDI 2052 at a connection voltage of
400V. Regulations applying in other regions may vary from this.
Power connection
Protection class IPX6
Protection class for unit with socket IPX4
Type of connection 3PE / AC 50/60Hz, 3NPE / AC 50/60Hz
Connection terminal (mm²) 50
Voltage (V) 380
FlexPower connected load (kW) 12.0 15.6 23.6
FlexPower fuse (A) 3 x 25 3 x 32 3 x 50
MaxPower connected load (kW) 13.3 20.3 30.7
MaxPower fuse (A) 3 x 35 3 x 50 3 x 63
Voltage (V) 400
FlexPower connected load (kW) 13.1 17.2 26.2
FlexPower fuse (A) 3 x 25 3 x 32 3 x 50
MaxPower connected load (kW) 14.7 22.4 34
MaxPower fuse (A) 3 x 35 3 x 50 3 x 63
Voltage (V) 415
FlexPower connected load (kW) 13.9 18.6 28.2
FlexPower fuse (A) 3 x 25 3 x 32 3 x 50
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Model FCEKMP...
Size X12XX... X22XX... X23XX... X32XX... X33XX...
MaxPower connected load (kW) 15.8 24.2 36.7
MaxPower fuse (A) 3 x 35 3 x 50 3 x 63
Voltage (V) 440
FlexPower connected load (kW) --- --- ---
FlexPower fuse (A) --- --- ---
MaxPower connected load (kW) 15 23 34.9
MaxPower fuse (A) 3 x 25 3 x 35 3 x 50
If both units of a Team unit are used at the same time, the values given in the individual columns are added together.
FlexPower = Output-reduced
Socket connection data
Socket Type F Type G Type J Type E
Country (for example) Germany / EU Great Britain Switzerland France
Separate supply connection
terminal (mm²)
2,5 mm²
Type of connection 1NPE
Voltage (V) 250
Fuse (A) 16 13 10 16
Pressure relief device
All models with high-speed cooking
Safety function Connection (") Response pressure
(kPa (bar))
Position
Pressure relief valve for cooking
zone
G 3/4 Maximum 49 (0,5) Rear side arm, top
3.3.1 Basic control setting
Basic setting Parameter
s
Standard
value
Adjustment
range
Explanation
Date/time yyyy - mm - dd Year - Month - Day
hh : mm Hour : Minute
Setting water
hardness
5 1 — 9 The water hardness must be set when the
unit is first commissioned.
Determine the water hardness with the
relevant water authority.
Settings parameters 1. Set parameters via the roller.
2. Tap the "Read" button to display the
set value.
3. Specify another value via the button
panel.
4. Press the "Write" button to save the
new value.
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Transporting the unit
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4 Transporting the unit
CAUTION
Risk of property damage and personnel injury from tipping
equipment
• Do not linger next to or behind raised equipment.
• Move raised equipment carefully.
ATTENTION
Risk of physical damage from improper transport
• Transport the unit upright.
• Do not tilt or stack the unit.
• Pay attention to protruding parts when transporting the
unpacked unit.
ATTENTION
Risk of physical damage from improper transport
• Only transport the unit, if the transport securing device has
been fitted.
Prior to transporting the unit to the installation site, ensure that:
•The roadway has adequate load-bearing capacity.
•Wall openings are large enough.
•The transport equipment has adequate load-bearing capacity.
4.1 Transporting the unit to the installation site
Image: Transporting the unit
Use suitable transport means to move the unit to the installation
site.
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4.2 Removing the transport protection
a
b
cad
b
Image: Transport protection
a Side section c Centre partition
b Connecting board d Screw
1. Release and remove the centre partition.
2. Release and remove the connecting board at the front and back.
3. Unscrew the screws on the side sections from below.
4. Remove the side sections.
4.3 Unpacking the unit
CAUTION
Risk of injury from sharp edges
• Wear protective gloves.
When unpacking the unit, inspect it for transport damage.
Do not install damaged units or put into service.
1. Remove the packaging.
2. Pull the protective film off the unit.
3. Clean the unit (See Operating instructions).
4. Enter the information from the nameplate into the Commissioning
report.
5. Enter the information from the nameplate into the Operating
instructions.
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5 Setting up the unit
CAUTION
Risk of fire from failure to observe applicable regional fire
prevention regulations
• Observe applicable regional fire prevention regulations.
CAUTION
Risk of crushing from improper setup
• Protect the unit and work area during setup and alignment.
Planning drawing
The planning drawing and additional documents are available on the
manufacturer's Internet page by entering the equipment number (see
Impressum).
Image: Setting up the unit
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5.1 Minimum clearances
A
Image: Minimum clearance to walls or other units
A 400 mm
Maintain the clearance between the control arm and walls or
protruding units.
When emptying by tilting, this gives sufficient clearance between the
operator and the food being cooked.
A
Image: Minimum clearance to an induction unit
A 1000 mm
Maintain the clearance between the control arm and an induction unit.
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5.2 Opening and closing the housing
DANGER
Risk of personal injury and physical damage from electric
shock
• Prior to working on the unit, ensure that the unit has been
disconnected from the mains.
• Do not operate the unit with the housing open.
CAUTION
Risk of injury from sharp edges
• Wear protective gloves.
ATTENTION
Risk of physical damage from damage to the lines
• Remove and attach housing components carefully.
ATTENTION
Risk of physical damage from damage to the seals
• Check seals when attaching the housing parts.
• Change damaged seals.
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