metos 74EPCT Electric Pasta-Cooker User Manual

metos 74EPCT Electric Pasta-Cooker

General information

REMINDERS FOR THE USER
The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from failure to observe the following rules.

• Read this manual carefully. It provides important information for safe installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.
• Keep this manual in a safe place known to all users so that it can be consulted throughout the working life of the appliance.
• Installation, conversion to a different type of gas and appliance maintenance must be carried out by qualifi ed technicians authorized by the manufacturer, in compliance with current safety standards and the instructions given in this manual.
• For after-sales service, contact technical assistance centers authorized by the manufacturer and demand the use of original spare parts.
• Have the appliance serviced at least twice a year. The manufacturer recommends taking out a service contract.
• The appliance is designed for professional use and must be operated by trained personnel.
• The appliance is to be used for cooking food as specifi ed in the prescriptions for use. Any other use is considered to be improper.
• Do not allow the appliance to operate empty for prolonged periods. Only preheat the oven just before use.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended while in operation.
• In the event of an appliance fault or malfunction, shut the gas shut-off valve and/or switch the appliance off at the main switch installed upline.
• Clean the appliance following the instructions given in Chapter “INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING”.
• Do not store flammable materials in close proximity to the appliance. FIRE HAZARD.
• Do not obstruct any air vents or drains present on the appliance.
• Do not tamper with appliance components.
• Close doors and drawers after use.
• The use of personal safety equipment is recommended – risk of very hot food being scattered.
• During appliance operation, the floor surrounding the appliance may become slippery: exercise caution and take all suitable measures to prevent falls.
• Take care when handling accessories (e.g. pans) and movable parts of the appliance to use the correct posture.
• Appliances of this type are intended for use in commercial applications such as, for example, the kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and businesses such as bakers, butchers etc., but they are not intended for the continuous mass production of food.
• Use the equipment according to the “REMINDERS FOR USE”.

Personal Protective Equipment
Given below is a summary table of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be used during the service life of the equipment.

The gloves used during normal Use and Maintenance must be heatproof to protect hands when the operator touches hot parts of the equipment or hot cooking substances (oil, water, steam, etc.). The non-use of Personal Protective Equipment by operators, specialized technicians or persons using the equipment can involve exposure to chemical hazards and possible damage to health.

Residual risk
There are risks on the machine that have not been completely eliminated from a design standpoint or with the installation of adequate protection devices. To provide the Customer with full information, given below are the residual risks that remain on the machine: such actions are deemed improper and therefore strictly forbidden.

General information

This chapter contains general information which all users of the manual must be familiar with. Specifi c information for indivual users of the manual is provided in subsequent chapters (“INSTRUCTIONS FOR

APPLIANCE SPECIFICATIONS

• The appliance data plate is located inside the control panel.
• The appliance model and serial number are detailed on decals and on the packaging.

GENERAL PRESCRIPTIONS
The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from failure to observe the following rules

REMINDERS FOR THE INSTALLER

• Read this manual carefully. It provides important information for safe installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.
• Installation, conversion to a diff erent type of gas and appliance maintenance must be carried out by qualifi ed technicians authorized by the manufacturer, in compliance with current safety standards and the instructions given in this manual.
• Identify the specifi c appliance model. The model number is detailed on the packaging and on the appliance data plate.
• The appliance must be installed in a well-ventilated room.
• Do not obstruct any air vents or drains present on the appliance.
• Do not tamper with appliance components.
• Appliances of this type are intended for use in commercial applications such as, for example, the kitchens of restaurants, canteens, hospitals and businesses such as bakers, butchers etc., but they are not intended for the continuous mass production of food.

REMINDERS FOR THE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

• Read this manual carefully. It provides important information for  safe installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.
• Installation, conversion to a different type of gas and appliance maintenance must be carried out by qualified technicians authorized by the manufacturer, in compliance with current safety standards and the instructions given in this manual.
• Identify the specific appliance model. The model number is detailed on the packaging and on the appliance data plate.
• The appliance must be installed in a well-ventilated room.
• Do not obstruct any air vents or drains present on the appliance.
• Do not tamper with appliance components

REMINDERS FOR CLEANING

• Clean the satin fi nish stainless steel exterior surfaces, the cooking wells and the surface of the hotplates every day.
• At least twice a year, have an authorized technician clean the internal parts of the appliance.
• Do not use direct or high pressure water jets or steam cleaners to clean the appliance.
• Do not use corrosive products to clean the floor or shelf beneath the appliance.

SAFETY AND CONTROL DEVICES

SAFETY THERMOSTAT
The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from failure to observe the following rules.

• The appliance is equipped with a manual reset safety thermostat which interrupts heating when the operating temperature exceeds the maximum permitted value.
• To restore appliance operation, press the thermostat reset button. This procedure must only be carried out by a qualifi ed, authorized technician.

DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING AND THE APPLIANCE

PACKAGING
The packaging is made using environmentally friendly materials. The plastic recyclable components are:

• the transparent cover and the bags containing the instructions manual ( made of polyethylene – PE.).
• the straps (in polypropylene – PP).

APPLIANCE
The appliance is manufactured 90% from recyclable metals(stainless steel, aluminum sheet, copper The appliance must be scrapped in compliance with current regulations governing such disposal.

• It must be disposed of properly.
• Make the appliance unusable before scrapping.

REMINDERS FOR THE INSTALLER
The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from failure to observe the following rules.

• Read this manual carefully. It provides important information for safe installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.
• Installation, conversion to a diff erent type of gas and appliance maintenance must be carried out by qualifi ed technicians authorized by the manufacturer, in compliance with current safety standards and the instructions given in this manual.
• Identify the specifi c appliance model. The model number is detailed on the packaging and on the appliance data plate.
• The appliance must be installed in a well-ventilated room.
• Do not obstruct any air vents or drains present on the appliance.
• Do not tamper with appliance components.

REFERENCE STANDARDS AND LAWS
Install the appliance in compliance with current safety regulations. Install the appliance in compliance with current regulations.

HANDLING

The packaging is marked with warning symbols that indicate the precautions to be taken when handling the appliance to avoid damage.The appliance must only be handledusing suitable equipment. If lifting equipment is used, such as forklift trucks or similar, make sure that the appliance is in a stable position .

UNPACKING

Check the state of the packaging and in the event of damage, ask the delivery person to inspect the goods.

• Remove the packaging.
• Remove the protective film from the exterior and interior panels. Use a suitable solvent to remove any residual adhesive from the panels.

POSITIONING

• The overall dimensions of the appliance and the position of connections are given on the installation diagram at the start of this manual.
• The appliance can be installed singly or in combination with other appliances in the same product range.
• The appliance is not suitable for integrated installation.
• Position the appliance at least 10 cm from adjacent walls. This distance can be reduced in the presence of non-combustible walls or heat-insulated walls.
• Level the appliance by means of the height-adjustable feet.
• The countertop appliance weighing less than 40kg, where installed singly, must be secured using the flanged feet provided.

APPLIANCE ASSEMBLY WITH BASE

Follow the instructions provided with the type of support utilized.

FIXING THE APPLIANCE TO THE FLOOR
Appliances of 40cms in width installed alone must be fixed to the floor. Use the flanged feet provided.

JOINING APPLIANCES TOGETHER IN LINE

• Place the appliances side by side and adjust the tops to the same height.
• Unite the appliances using the special unionjoint-coverings supplied upon request

CONNECTIONS

The position and dimensions of connections are given in the installation diagram at the start of this manual.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Check that the appliance is designed to operate at the voltage
and frequency of the power supply present on site.
Check the details given on the appliance data plate.
If used, the symbol indicates:

CAUTION – HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE.

• Install an adequately rated omnipolar circuit-breaker upline of the appliance in an easily accessible point, in compliance with installation regulations; the circuit breaker must guarantee immediate omnipolar disconnection from the mains, with a minimum contact opening that allows complete disconnection in overvoltage category III conditions. The maximum permitted current dispersion is 1mA/kW.
• For electrical connection, use a rubber-sheathed flexible cable which is oil resistant, type H05RN-F or H07RN-F, for cable size consult the technical data table.
• Connect the power supply cable to the terminal board as shown in the wiring diagram supplied with the appliance
• Secure the power supply cable with the cable clamp.
• Protect the power supply cable on the outside of the appliance with a rigid plastic or metal pipe.

PROTECTIVE EARTH AND EARTH BONDING CONNECTIONS
Connect the appliance to an effi cient ground circuit. Connect the earth conductor to the terminal with the symbol located next to the main terminal board. Connect the metal structure of the appliance to the equipotential node. Connect the conductor to the terminal with the symbol on the outside part of the bottom. This symbol indicates that the appliance must be included in an equipotential system connected in compliance with current regulations.

CONNECTION TO THE WATER SUPPLY
The appliance must be connected to a potable water supply.

•  Install a mechanical filter and a shut-off valve upstream of the appliance in an easily accessible point.
• Make sure the water circuit is free from ferrous particles before connecting the filter and the appliance.
• Seal any unused connectors with a plug.
• Once the appliance has been installed, check for leaks at the connection points.
• Hot water connection: the water temperature must not exceed 60°C.
• The water inlet pressure must be between 150 kPa and 300 kPa. Use a pressure reducer if the inlet pressure is above the maximum permitted level.
• The appliance is intended to be permanently connected to the mains water supply and not via disconnectable fittings.

REMINDERS FOR CLEANING
The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from failure to observe the following rules.

• Disconnect the appliance electrical power supply, if present, before proceeding with any operation.
• Clean the satin finish stainless steel exterior surfaces, the cooking wells and the surface of the hotplates every day.
• At least twice a year, have an authorized technician clean the internal parts of the appliance.
• Do not use direct or high pressure water jets or steam cleaners to clean the appliance.
• Do not use corrosive products to clean the floor or shelf beneath the appliance.

SATIN FINISH STAINLESS STEEL SURFACES

• Clean the surfaces with a cloth or sponge using water and proprietary non-abrasive detergents. Follow the grain of the satin fi nish. Rinse repeatedly and dry thoroughly.
• Do not use pan scourers or other iron items.
• Do not use chemical products containing chlorine.
• Do not use sharp objects which might scratch and damage the surfaces.

COOKING WELLS

• Clean the wells by bringing the water to the boil, with the addition of grease remover detergent if necessary.
• Remove any limescale deposits with a proprietary limescale remover

REMINDERS FOR THE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from failure to observe the following rules.

• Read this manual carefully. It provides important information
  for safe installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.

• Disconnect the appliance electrical power supply, if present,
  before proceeding with any operation.

• Installation, conversion to a different type of gas and appliance maintenance must be carried out by qualified technicians authorized by the manufacturer, in compliance with current safety standards and the instructions given in this manual.

• Identify the specific appliance model. The model number is detailed on the packaging and on the appliance data plate.

• The appliance must be installed in a well-ventilated room.

• Do not obstruct any air vents or drains present on the appliance.

• Do not tamper with appliance components

COMMISSIONING
Following installation or any maintenance operations, check appliance operation. In the event of any malfunction, consult the next paragraph “Troubleshooting”.

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
Switch on the appliance as directed in the instructions and reminders for use given in Chapter “INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE” and check:

• The current values of each phase.
• The correct operation of the heating elements

References

• metos.com

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