Valentine VMC-2 User manual

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Instructions for
Multicooker (VMC)
Applicable to the following models:
Multicooker VMC [VMC 2]
Multicooker VMC table top [VMC-T ]
3N400/415 V~ 3N230 V~ 1N240 V~
Your model:
Please quote the details on this label
on all orders.
List of spare parts: see page 7
Your agent:
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, manufacturer Valentine Fabrique SA
6, Avenue d’Epenex
CH - 1024 ECUBLENS
Tél.: [phone] Fax [phone]
Mail: [email protected] Internet: www.valentine.ch
hereby declare that these products comply with the following standards:
Low Voltage Directive: EN 60335-1.1988 and EN 60335-2-50.1991
EMC: EN 55014.1993, 50082-1.1992 and EN 55104.1995
and comply with the Low Voltage Directive 73/23
as well as Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89 / 336 modified by Directive 92 / 31
Ecublens, 16 October 1995
Valentine Fabrique SA CEE Agent:
Name: M. F. Wenger Name: M. A. Holliday
Position: President Position: Director of Valentine Equipment LTD
Reading RG1 8JS (GB)

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Table of contents
Page
1. Important notes _________________________________________________________________ 3
1.1 Warnings_____________________________________________________________________________ 3
1.2 Inherent risks _________________________________________________________________________ 3
1.3 Periodic checks ________________________________________________________________________ 3
2. Technical specifications __________________________________________________________ 3
3. Installation_____________________________________________________________________ 4
3.1 Important precautions for installation ____________________________________________________ 4
3.2 Connection of drainage tube _____________________________________________________________ 4
3.3 Height of the ulticooker _______________________________________________________________ 4
4. Instructions for use ______________________________________________________________ 5
4.1 Filling with water______________________________________________________________________ 5
4.2 Switching on, cooking __________________________________________________________________ 5
4.3 Emptying the pan ______________________________________________________________________ 5
4.4 Servicing the ulticooker, cleaning_______________________________________________________ 6
5. Troubleshooting_________________________________________________________________ 6
5.1 Simple faults __________________________________________________________________________ 6
5.2 Complex faults ________________________________________________________________________ 6
5.3 Spare parts ___________________________________________________________________________ 7
5.4 Wiring diagram _______________________________________________________________________ 8
5.5 Layout _______________________________________________________________________________ 8
Warning:
The information contained in these instructions for use may be modified without
warning. Valentine Fabrique SA cannot be held liable for any errors contained
in this document or for damage or injury resulting from use of this.

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Dear Customer,
We congratulate you on your purchase of a Valentine Multicooker. This is a high quality
product of renown that is both easy to use and reliable.
The instructions below take into account new legislation concerning product liability as well
as EU and international safety standards.
1. Important notes
1.1 Warnings
Before using your Multicooker, please make sure you observe the following:
⇒study and strictly follow the instructions given below
⇒notify personnel on how to use the Multicooker correctly and draw their attention
to inherent risks
Valentine Fabrique SA disclaims any liability for damage or injury caused by incorrect
use of the Multicooker and failure to comply with the operating instructions.
1.2 Inherent risks •The hot water contained in the pan and steam can cause seri-
ous burns
Avoid all direct contact with the body
•Lift the back of the lid first to allow steam to escape
•Do not touch the hot unit until the equipment is released and
has cooled down
1.3 Periodic checks
♦Check the unit for correct operation and electrical insulation at least once a year
2. Technical specifications
odel:
V C2
V C
-
T
Voltages:
3N400
3N230
1N240
3N400
3N230
1N240
Rating kW 6,6 6,6 7 6,6 6,6 7
3P+N+T A 9,5 16,6
29
9,5 16,6
29
Frequency Hz 50-60
50-60 50-60
50-60
50-60 50-60
Capacity in litres l 35-40
35-40 35-40
35-40
35-40 35-40
Service thermostat 40-105
o
C 1 1 1 1 1 1
Safety thermostat max 200
o
C 1 1 1 1 1 1
Leaktightness
IP X5 IP X5 IP X5 IP X5 IP X5 IP X5
Width
mm 350 350 350 350 350 350
Depth
mm 550 550 550 650 650 650
Standard height with foot of 100
mm 850 850 850
Standard height with foot of 50
mm 800 800 800
Standard height with foot of 150
mm 900 900 900
Standard height table top
mm 370 370 370
Weight (without options)
kg 31 31 31 24 24 24
Drainage tube
¾
"
Ball drain valve
¾
"

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Installation
3.1 Important precautions for installation
♦The purchaser must have the Multicooker installed at his own cost by an approved dealer,
in accordance with local regulations.
♦The voltage, frequency and current should comply with the information given on the rating
plate on the Multicooker.
♦The Multicooker should in any case be connected to safety earth by the lead. The Multi-
cooker is supplied with a hose cable 1,9 m in length (VMC - T = 1,4 m).
Conductor colours: Earth : yellow / green
Neutral: blue
♦Before connecting up, set switch [12] to « 0 »
♦Never switch the Multicooker on without water, otherwise the elements can be damaged.
Before switching on, make sure there is water in the pan at least up to the "MIN" level
mark. Do not fill past the "MAX" mark to prevent overflow.
3.2 Connection of drainage tube
♦The drainage tube fixed to the tap is normally at the back of the frame [9a]. It can also be
passed through the panel or through the front [9] to drain off into a receptacle.
3.3 Height of the Multicooker
♦The height of the VMC is 850 mm as standard. It can be supplied at 800 or 900 mm (by
moving the feet) on request.
1 Cover 9 Drainage tube to front (Thread ¾")
2 Pan 9a Drainage tube to rear (Thread ¾")
2a Insulation 10 Connecting lead
6 Bottom of pan 11 Adjustable feet H =100 (50 or 150 as option)
7 Heating element 12 Setting switch 0-4-3-2-1
8 Drainage valve: 12a Clear lamp
8a - closed 13 Thermostat
8b - open 13a Yellow pilot lamp
30 Rating plate

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Instructions for use
4.1 Filling with water
Fill the pan with water, depending on cooking method:
To cook, reheat, poach and boil-in-the-
bag:
◊Up to "MAX" mark (approx. 35 litres)
◊ For small quantities of food reduce volume of water
accordingly
To steam:
◊Fill to "VAP" mark
◊ As soon as the level drops to the "MIN" mark, water
must be added to prevent damage to the heating
elements
To use as a bain-marie:
◊ Adapt level to depth and content of GN dishes.
Never let level fall below "MIN"
4.2 Switching on, cooking
Turn switch [12] and select the required
position as for a hot plate
⇒Position 0 unit off
Position 4, 6600 W 1/1 initial heat up
Position 3, 4400 W 2/3 boil
Position 2, 2200 W 1/3 simmer
Position 1, 1100 W 1/6 steam
⇒Clear lamp [12a] lights up
Turn the thermostat knob [13] to the
required temperature between 40 and
100
o
C
⇒The orange pilot lamp [13a] comes on as soon
as the unit heats up. The thermostat always
regulates the temperature of the water inde-
pently of the position 1-2-3-4 of the switch
Warning:
To cook pasta, the water should
be boiling fiercely. By turning the
thermostat to maximum, it will not
switch off
➨
•To prevent excess steam, lower the
power from 4 to 2 as soon as the water
reaches boiling point with the pasta
added
• Before removing the pasta from the pan
when it is "al dente", reduce the thermo-
stat to 90°C for example
4.3 Emptying the pan
At the end of the evening, after using, the pan should be emptied completely, removing the
bottom plate covering the heating element. Clean the pan and the base thoroughly.
To drain, open valve by turning
knob [8] downwards
⇒Take care when draining the unit at the front: use a
receptacle with insulated handle and grip
It is not advisable to leave water in the pan for days at a time, even if it contains stock !
If using salt water, sprinkle the salt into the boiling water over the whole surface. Never throw
in handfuls of salt into the bottom of the pan, as too high a concentration of salt combined
with the chlorine in the water may damage the special stainless steel.

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Servi
cing the Multicooker, cleaning
Apart from thorough cleaning for hygienic reasons, the VMC does not required any mainte-
nance. Avoid letting the unit overflow. Do not splash water on the electrical parts, and clean
the outside with a damp cloth only.
Do not damage the thermostat probe with sharp or pointed tools
Unique advantages of your Valentine Multicooker :
Pan size GASTRONORM
GN 1/1
⇒You can use GN pans you already
have
Single-pressed deep pans ⇒Easy to clean
⇒Resistant to salt water
Multi-function ⇒Cook, blanch, poach
⇒Reheat, defrost
⇒Boil in the bag, steam, etc.
Adjustable thermostat and
4 position switch
⇒Always at the right temperature for
sausages, custards, etc.
5. Troubleshooting
5.1 Simple faults
Faults Probable cause Solutions
Multicooker does not heat up ∗No power ◊Check fuses, plug and socket
carefully
Multicooker does not get hot
enough
∗One phase missing in power
supply
◊Check fuses
Clear pilot lamp does not come on
or flashes
∗Faulty bulb
∗One phase missing in power
supply
◊Change bulb
◊Check fuses
Yellow pilot lamp does not come on
or flashes
∗Faulty bulb ◊Change bulb
5.2 Complex faults
Faults Probable cause Solutions
Pilot lamps are on but the Multi-
cooker does not heat up
∗Faulty heating element ◊Call After-Sales Service *
Multicooker does not get hot
enough
∗Phase failure
∗Faulty element
◊Call After-Sales Service *
Fuses blow on switching on ∗Short-circuit ◊Call After-Sales Service *
Clear pilot lamp does not come on
or flashes
∗Faulty switch ◊Call After-Sales Service *
Yellow pilot lamp does not come on
or flashes
∗Faulty thermostat ◊Call After-Sales Service *
* Important: When calling the After Sales Service, please quote:
- type of Multicooker, serial number, voltage, current and rating
You will find this information on page No 1 of this manual or on the rating plate
You will save time and therefore additional costs.

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Spare parts
Only use original spare parts. When ordering spare parts, please quote the following in addi-
tion to the number from the list below :
You will find this information
on page No 1 of this manual.
Description (LPGEN-01 \LP VMC)
VMC
2
VMC
2T
Item No Drwg code Feature Man'r
Voltages
3
N
4
0
0
3
N
2
3
0
1
N
2
4
0
3
N
4
0
0
3
N
2
3
0
1
N
2
4
0
5-position switch 3N400/415 V 1
1
1
1
1
3771 S1 400 / 415 V EGO
Operating thermostat 1
1
1
1
1
1
3769 S2 16 (4) A 400 V~ EGO
Security thermostat 46x50 probe 6x90/130 1
1
1
1
1
1
3201-06 S3 EGO
Pilot lamp E10 + metal nut (no bulb) 2
2
2
2
2
2
3269 + 3273 H1,H2
White lens 1
1
1
1
1
1
3270 H1 20 x 17 x 18 mm RAFI
Yellow lens 1
1
1
1
1
1
3271 H2 20 x 17 x 18 mm RAFI
Pilot lamp resistor 1
1
1
1
0742 R20 120K, 2W Philips
Main terminal block 20EDS 1
1
1
1
1
1
3262 XT1 16 mm2 AWAG
Heating element
Heating element VMC 230 V 2,2 kW 3
3
3
3
3
3
3776-04 R1, R2, R3 230 V, 2200 W IRCA
Sundry
Timer + button
6341+0712-02
Button for thermostat, switch, timer
0712-02
Ball drainage valve
3782
3/4"
type of Multicooker Type
serial number No
voltage, current and rating U, I, P

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Wiring diagram
5.5 Layout