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MKN London I Operating Manual

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Deep fat fryer (electric)
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London I
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2020321-03ABBE-C / en-GB
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  • Page 1 Operating manual Deep fat fryer (electric) Open out the cover page to see the controls. Version London I London II Paris 2020321-03ABBE-C / en-GB Operating manual...
  • Page 2 Deep fat fryer (electric) Deep fat fryer (electric) Controls Figure 1: Standard version Unit switch Heating mode” control lamp Temperature regulator Safety temperature limiter (not with marine versions) 2. Safety temperature limiter (optional) Figure 2: Optional equipment Timer (units with frying basket lifting mechanism) Reset”...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Warranty and liability ............Signs and symbols ............Safety information ..........Construction and function ........Description of the unit ............3.1.1 Version London I ................. 3.1.2 Version London II ................ 3.1.3 Version Paris ................Features ................Description of the controls ..........
  • Page 4 Contents Deep fat fryer (electric) General cleaning ............... Cleaning the housing ............Cleaning the frying basin ..........Cleaning the tubular heating elements ......Faults ..............Correcting faults ............... Safety temperature limiter (STL) triggered ..... 6.2.1 Switching the STL back on after exceeding the maximum operating temperature ..............

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction 1 Introduction 1.1 Intended use MKN deep fat fryers are appliances solely intended to be used for commercial purposes, especially in commercial kitchens. The unit may only be used with suitable frying fats for the purpose of deep frying food.

  • Page 6: Warnings

    Incorrect installation, commissioning, operation or servicing of the unit Technical changes to the unit without the binding agreement of the manufacturer Use of spare parts or accessories not approved by MKN Faults resulting from the failure to comply with these operating instructions Operating manual...

  • Page 7: Signs And Symbols

    Deep fat fryer (electric) Introduction 1.5 Signs and symbols DANGER Imminent danger Non-compliance poses a threat of death or serious injury. WARNING Possible danger Non-compliance may pose a threat of death or serious injury. CAUTION Dangerous situation Non-compliance may result in slight injuries. CAUTION Dangerous situation Non-compliance may result in equipment damage.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information Deep fat fryer (electric) 2 Safety information MKN appliances comply with the relevant safety standards. However, this does not exclude all possible dangers from arising, e.g. due to improper use. Therefore, when installing and operating the unit, the operating personnel must be familiar with and observe local regulations, including BGR 111 Working in catering kitchens”.
  • Page 9 Deep fat fryer (electric) Safety information Firefighting Disconnect the unit from the mains immediately in the event of fire. Never attempt to put out a fire with water. Use a class F fire extinguisher to put out oil and fat fires. For other fires, use ABC fire extinguishers.

  • Page 10: Construction And Function

    Construction and function Deep fat fryer (electric) 3 Construction and function 3.1 Description of the unit 3.1.1 Version London I” Figure 3: Version London I” Height-adjustable feet Swivel housing Type plate Swivel lever Drain Frying basket L” Controls Operating manual...

  • Page 11: Version London

    Deep fat fryer (electric) Construction and function 3.1.2 Version London II” Figure 4: Version London II” Type plate Swivel lever Height-adjustable feet Frying basket L” Drain Swivel housing Controls Operating manual...

  • Page 12: Version Paris

    Construction and function Deep fat fryer (electric) 3.1.3 Version Paris” Figure 5: Version Paris” Type plate Frying basket P” Height-adjustable feet Frying basket L” Drain Swivel housing Controls Swivel lever 3.2 Features Main components Self-supporting housing made of chrome nickel steel (material no. 1.4301) Frying basin with deeper, cooler fat zone and drainage at the bottom (front drainage optional)

  • Page 13: Description Of The Controls

    Deep fat fryer (electric) Construction and function Buzzer (audible signal) Safety temperature limiter Optional Fryer Safety Control (FSC) system Optional second Safety Temperature Limiter (STL) Heating contactors Units with frying basket Drive motor lifting mechanism End switch Timer Units with fat filter system Pull-out fat collection receptacle 2 fat-filter inserts Pump with removable intake and return flow nozzles.

  • Page 14: Using Frying Fat And Oil

    Construction and function Deep fat fryer (electric) Control Description Reset” button Activate heating Switch for fat filter system Switches the fat filter system on/off Timer Sets the frying time 3.4 Using frying fat and oil Frying fat as a food The food being fried absorbs frying fat during frying, e.g.

  • Page 15: Filling Quantities

    2–3 Onion rings 1–3 Table 1: Recommended frying temperatures and times 3.6 Filling quantities Version Filling quantity (kg) London I London II 2 x 1.2 Paris Table 2: Filling quantities (food to be fried) Version Filling quantities min./max. (l) London I 6.5/12.5...

  • Page 16: Operation

    Operation Deep fat fryer (electric) 4 Operation 4.1 Commissioning The unit was tested for functioning and safety after manufacture. Before putting into service: 1. Remove any remaining production residues and packaging. 2. Clean the unit (see Chapter Cleaning”, Page 23). 4.2 Filling with frying fat Requirements Unit is switched off and is cool...

  • Page 17: Switching Off

    Deep fat fryer (electric) Operation 1. Turn the unit switch (1). Unit is switched on. 2. Press Reset (7). Heating is switched on. 3. Set the temperature with the temperature regulator (3). Control lamp (2) lights up, frying fat is being heated. Units with frying basket lifting mechanism: Lifting bars will move to the upper end position and a signal will sound.

  • Page 18: Setting The Time

    Operation Deep fat fryer (electric) 4.4.2 Setting the time Turn the timer (6), to set the frying time. Minimum: 1 minute, maximum: 15 minutes 4.5 Deep frying Requirements Unit is filled with frying oil or fat Unit is switched on and pre-heated WARNING Risk of fire Never leave the unit unattended during operation.

  • Page 19: Frying (With The Frying Basket Lifting Mechanism)

    Deep fat fryer (electric) Operation Figure 6: Positioning the frying basket 5. After frying, place the frying basket in the swivel housing and allow the fat to drain off. 4.6 Frying (with the frying basket lifting mechanism) Requirements Unit is filled with frying oil or fat Unit is switched on and pre-heated WARNING Risk of fire...

  • Page 20: End Of Operation And Breaks

    Operation Deep fat fryer (electric) 4. Place the food to be fried in the frying basket, observing the maximum filling quantity (see Chapter Filling quantities”, Page 15). 5. Setting the time. Observe the recommended frying temperatures and times (see Chapter Recommended frying temperatures and times”, Page 14).

  • Page 21: Emptying The Unit

    Deep fat fryer (electric) Operation 4.8 Emptying the unit 4.8.1 Draining off the frying fat Requirements Frying fat is liquid Unit is switched on CAUTION Risk of scalding due to hot fat Wear heat-resistant protective gloves. Observe the information about using frying fats and oils (see Chapter Using frying fat and oil”, Page 14).
  • Page 22 Operation Deep fat fryer (electric) 4. Insert the coarse frying fat filter. 5. Push the fat collection receptacle back in completely. The intake nozzle must engage in the pump. 6. Open the drain slowly and let the fat run into the container. 7.

  • Page 23: Cleaning

    Deep fat fryer (electric) Cleaning 5 Cleaning 5.1 Avoiding corrosion Keep the surfaces of the unit clean and well aired. Regularly remove accumulated layers of scale, grease, starch and protein. Regularly remove salt deposits. Only allow parts made of stainless steel brief contact with concentrated acids, spices, salts or similar substances.

  • Page 24: Cleaning The Housing

    Cleaning Deep fat fryer (electric) 1. Clean the unit after each use. 2. Switch off unit and allow to cool before cleaning. 3. Wipe the outside of the housing with a standard stainless steel cleaner and fresh water. 5.3 Cleaning the housing Clean the housing daily with warm water and a standard detergent.

  • Page 25: Cleaning The Tubular Heating Elements

    Deep fat fryer (electric) Cleaning 11. Swivel the heating coil back into the frying basin using the swivel lever. 12. Replace the oil clarifying tray. 13. Units with frying basket lifting mechanism: Place the holding bracket for the basket on the lifting bar. 14.

  • Page 26: Faults

    Faults Deep fat fryer (electric) 6 Faults 6.1 Correcting faults This section describes the steps to be taken in the event that faults occur on the unit during operation. 1. Observe the instructions in Chapter Cause of errors and troubleshooting”, Page 2.

  • Page 27: Switching The Stl Back On If The Ambient Temperature Falls Below 0 °C

    Deep fat fryer (electric) Faults 6.2.2 Switching the STL back on if the ambient temperature falls below 0 °C If the ambient temperature falls below 0 °C (e.g. during storage in a warehouse or operation in a mobile sales cart), the STL triggers. The unit cannot be switched on.

  • Page 28: Cause Of Errors And Troubleshooting

    Faults Deep fat fryer (electric) 6.4 Cause of errors and troubleshooting Open out the cover page to see the controls. Error Possible causes Remedy Control does not respond Control is defective. Disconnect the unit from the mains. Contact customer service. Ambient temperature is below 0 °C.

  • Page 29: Service

    7 Service When contacting the service department, please always provide the serial number (1) and device type (2) of your unit. This information can be found on the type plate (3). MKN GmbH & Co D-38300 Wolfenbüttel SN: XXXXXXX Typ: XXXXXXXXXX...

  • Page 30: Declarations Of Conformity

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  • Page 36 Deep fat fryer (electric) MKN Maschinenfabrik Kurt Neubauer GmbH & Co. Halberstaedter Strasse 2 D-38300 Wolfenbuettel (Germany) Phone +49 (0) 53 31 / 89-0 Fax +49 (0) 53 31 / 89-280...

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