Valentine VMC-3 User manual

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Instructions for
Multicooker
Applicable to the following models:
VMC-3
Multicooker VMC-3
on feet
3N400/415 V~

3N230 V~ 
1N240 V~ 
Your agent:
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, manufacturer Valentine Fabrique SA
Z.I. Moulin-du-Choc E
CH – 1122 Romanel-sur-Morges
Tél.: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Mail : [email protected] Internet : www.valentine.ch
hereby declare that these products comply with the following standards:
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/UE
EMC Directive 2014/30/UE
ROHS Directive 2011/65/UE
Food contact 1935/2004/CE
WEEE 2012/19/UE
Standards: IEC 60335-1:2013 (ed.5.1) +am2 2016
IEC 60335-2-47:2002 (ed.4.0)
EN 60335-1:2012;+A11
IEC 60335-2-50 2017 (ed.4.2)
EMC: CISPR 14-1 (ed.5);am1 ;am2
CISPR 14-2 (ed.1);am1 ;am2
EN 55014-1 :2006 ;am1 ;am2 2011
EN 55014-2 :1997 ;am1 ;am2 2008
IEC61000-3-2 :2014 (ed.4)
IEC61000-3-3 :2013 (ed.3)
IEC62233 :2008
Romanel-sur-Morges, June 15th, 2017 Valentine Fabrique SA
B. Paris
President

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Table of contents
Important notes____________________________________________________________________ 3
Warnings ________________________________________________________________________________3
Inherent risks ____________________________________________________________________________3
Periodic checks ___________________________________________________________________________3
Technical specifications _____________________________________________________________ 4
Installation _______________________________________________________________________ 4
Important precautions for installation ________________________________________________________4
Connection of drainage tube ________________________________________________________________4
Height of the Multicooker __________________________________________________________________4
Description of the appliance ________________________________________________________________5
Identification of the principal elements _______________________________________________________5
Functions description ______________________________________________________________________6
Instruction for use _________________________________________________________________ 6
Filling with water _________________________________________________________________________6
Switching on, cooking______________________________________________________________________6
Emptying the pan _________________________________________________________________________7
Servicing the Multicooker, cleaning __________________________________________________________7
Troubleshooting ___________________________________________________________________ 7
Simple faults _____________________________________________________________________________7
Complex faults ___________________________________________________________________________7
Spare parts ______________________________________________________________________________8
After Sales Service ________________________________________________________________________9
Wiring diagram VMC-3___________________________________________________________________10
Wiring diagram VMC-3 Turbo_____________________________________________________________11
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.
Exclusive advantages of your Multicooker Valentine:
Pan size GASTRONORM
GN 1/1
⇒
You can use the GN pans you already
have
Single-pressed deep pans ⇒Easy to clean
⇒Resistant to salt water
Revolving heating element ⇒Easy to reach the bottom of the pan
⇒Easy to replace it
Multi-functions ⇒Cook, blanch, poach
⇒Reheat, defrost
⇒Boil in the bag, steam, etc
Adjustable thermostat in
continuous from 40 to 105°
⇒
Always at the right temperature for
sausages, custards, etc.
Important notes
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
⇒If the level is on MAX, it is not adviser to move the appliance it can turn upside
down. It is advice to fixe it on the wall.
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.
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
Periodic checks
♦Check the unit for correct operation and electrical insulation at least once a year

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Technical specifications
Model VMC-3 VMC-3 Turbo
Voltages V 3N400 3N230 1N240 3N400
Rating KW 6.6 6.6 7.2 10
Connection A 9.5 28.7 30 14.45
Frequency Hz 50/60 50/60 50/60 50/60
Capacity in litres L 35-40 35-40 35-40 35-40
Main switch 1 1 1 1
Main thermostat 40-105°C 1 1 1 1
Safety thermostat 1 1 1 1
Leak tightness IP X4 IP X4 IP X4 IP X4
Width mm 350 350 350 350
Depth mm 600 600 600 600
Standard height with foot of 100 mm 850 850 850 850
Adjustment + 50 mm mm 900 900 900 900
Weight (without options) kg 31 31 31 31
Drainage tube G¾ ‘’ G¾ ‘’ G¾ ‘’ G¾ ‘’
Ball drain valve G¾ ‘’ G¾ ‘’ G¾ ‘’ G¾ ‘’
Installation
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.
♦The Multicooker should be connected to the equipotentiality terminal [22] symbol
♦Conductor colours:
Earth : yellow / green Neutral : blue
♦Before connecting up, set switch [2] 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.
Connection of drainage tube
The drainage tube fixed to the tap is normally at the back of the frame [12]. Connection
G3/4".
Height of the Multicooker
The height of the VMC is 850 mm as standard. It can be supplied at 900 mm (by moving the
feet) [21].

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Description of the appliance
7
3
3a
2a
2
8a 22
13
814
7a
12
350
1
5a
Working
position
23
Cleaning
position
5
6
4
850 - 900
11
Mainswitch
265
75
21
100 - 150
20
18
19
Internal pan dimensions
510 x 310
600
55
9
10
5a
50
Useful depth 225mm
15
308
17
16
Identification of the principal elements
Rep. Description Article Rep. Description Article
1 Cover 3708-01 11 Back wall superior 3720-03
2 Switch 0718 / 0719 12 Threaded tube G3/4" 3794-03
2a Neutral lamp 6324 13 Box 3706-03
3 Safety thermostat 3761-04 14 Connecting lead
3a Red lamp 6327 15 Overflow pipe 3762-01
4 Hook for increasing heating 3874 16 Pediment 3703-03
5 Heating element (working) 17 Protection connection 3819-03
5a Heating element (cleaning) 18 Knob 0712-02
6 Rating plate 19 Contactor 6282-11
7 Drainage valve "closed" 3782 20 Control board 3833-03
7a Drainage valve "open" 21 Adjustable feet. 100/150 mm 3710-03
8 Thermostat 40-105°C 3769-03 22 Equipotentiality terminal
8a Orange lamp 6325 23 Microswitch
9 Heating element protection 3713-03
10 Pan depth 310 3807-03

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Functions description
[2] Main switch Function Go / Stop
[2a] Neutral lamp Switch On The multicooker is under tension
[8] Main thermostat Temperature adjustment of the water in the pan between
40° to 105°C
[8a] Orange lamp Switch On The multicooker is in the course of heating
Switch Off The temperature ask is reach
[3] Safety thermostat Stop the multicooker in case of defect or of an overheat
from the work thermostat.
[3a] Red lamp Switch Off Normal function
Switch On An anomaly is announce
NOTE
If the problem persist
see page 7
To rearm the safety thermostat [3]
STOP the main switch [2]
Leave the heating element cool down [5]
Push the red knob [3]
Switch ON the main switch [2]
The red lamp [3] should be away
Instruction for use
Filling with water
Fill the pan with water, depending on cooking method :
♦Never throw a handle of salt in the bottom of the pan. Too much concentration of salt
in combination with chlorine can attack the special stainless.
♦If you work with salty water, you need to spread the salt in the boiling water on all the
surface.
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 el-
ements
To use as a bain-marie:
◊Adapt level to depth and content of GN dishes. Nev-
er let level fall below "MIN"
Switching on, cooking
Turn the main switch [2] to 1 ⇒Position 0 Unit Off
⇒Position 1Unit On
The neutral alarm [2a] lights up
Turn the thermostat knob [8] to the re-
quired temperature between 40 and 105
o
C
⇒
The orange lamp [8a] lights up when the unit
starts heating.
⇒The orange lamp lights down when the tempera-
ture is reached.

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Warning:
To cook pasta, the water should be
boiling fiercely. By turning the
thermostat to maximum, it will not
switch off
➨
Before removing the pasta from the pan
when it is "al dente", reduce the thermo-
stat to 90°C for example
Emptying the pan
At the end of the evening, at least once a day the pan should be emptied completely.
Remove the bottom plate covering the heating element.
To drain, open the valve by turning the knob [7] downwards.
Use the hook [4] to lift up the heating element and put it as shows the number [5a].
Clean the pan and the base thoroughly.
It is not advisable to leave water in the pan for days at a time, even if it contains stock !
Servicing the Multicooker, cleaning
Apart from thorough cleaning for hygienic reasons, the VMC-3 does not required any
maintenance. 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.
Troubleshooting
Simple faults
Faults Probable cause Solutions
The Multicooker does not heat up ●No power ◊Check fuses, plug and
socket carefully
The Multicooker does not heat up and the red
lamp is On
●The safety thermostat is on ◊See NOTE page 6 / 10
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 flash-
es
●Faulty bulb ◊Change bulb
Complex faults
Faults Probable cause Solutions
Pilot lamps are on but the Multicooker does
not heat up
●Faulty heating element
◊Call after-sales Service
Multicooker does not get hot enough ●Phase failure
●Faulty element
Fuses blow on switching on ●Short-circuit
The neutral lamp does not come on or flash-
es
●Faulty switch
The orange lamp does not come on or flash-
es
●Faulty thermostat
Alimentation cable damage ●Rubbing and wear

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Spare parts
Only use original spare parts. When ordering spare parts, please quote the following in addition to the number
from the list below.
You will find this information
on the Multicooker .
Description (LPGEN-01 \ LP-VMC-3)
VMC-3 Turbo
VMC-3
Voltages
3N400 3N230 1N240 3N400
Item No Drwg code Feature Man’r
[2] Switch ON / OFF 1 0718 S1 4 poles 25A EGO
[2] Switch ON / OFF 1 1 1 0719 S1 4 poles 10A EGO
[8] Main thermostat 1 1 1 1 3769-03 S2 Triphase EGO
[3] Safety thermostat 1 1 1 1 3761-04 S3 Triphase EGO
[23] Microswitch 1 1 1 1 3772-57 S4 250V 16A
[2a] Neutral lamp 1 1 1 1 6324 H1 230V ISC
[8a] Orange lamp 1 1 1 1 6325 H2 230V ISC
[3a] Red lamp 1 1 1 1 6327 H5 230V ISC
[19] Contactor 1 1 1 1 6282-11 K1 3x25A
Heating element
[5] Heating element VMC-3 230 V 6.6kW 1 1 1 3772-30 R1, R2, R3 IRCA
Heating element VMC-3 230 V 10 kW 1 3773-30 R1, R2, R3 IRCA
Sundry
[18] Knob for thermostat 2 2 2 2 0712-02 EGO
[7] Ball drainage valve 1 1 1 1 3782 G3/4"
Important: When calling the After Sales Service, please quote:
Type of Multicooker, serial number, voltage, current and rating
You will find this information on the rating plate.
You will save time and therefore additional costs.
You can fax us a copy of next page
type of Multicooker Type
serial number No
voltage, current and rating U, I, P

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After Sales Service
In any case of fault or if you need spare parts for your unit
Complete and transmit this page to have the best service.
Your coordi-
nates
Company Name
Address Telephone
Fax
email
Personal contact
Your Multi-
cooker
Type
Serial Nr.
Voltage Connection Rating
What is your
need?
Spare parts (see page 8) Troubleshooting (see page 7)
Our contact Agent / saler (see page 1)

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Wiring diagram VMC-3