A stainless steel stand (model APS-5) is also available (see page 6) Model AP3BCF30-1 employs a high velocity flow of cooled air to assure even cooling of the entire load of food, and to quickly bring the food temperature through the danger zone in which bacteria multiply rapidly.
AP3BCF30-1 Manual OPERATING CYCLES The operator can choose from the following 2 operating cycles: END FOOD MODE NOTES TEMPERATURE AIR TEMP. STARTS AT 0 F, RISES TO 28 F TO 35 F WHEN FOOD CORE AUTOMATIC F TO 40 TEMP. REACHES 60...
AP3BCF30-1 Manual INSTALLATION WARNINGS READ AND CAREFULLY FOLLOW ALL OF THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO INSTALL THIS EQUIPMENT. NOTE: Any changes made to the equipment without authorization from the factory will void the warranty. PREPARATION 9 Check the integrity of the unit once it is unpacked 9 Check to make sure the floor is level 9 Check that the available power supply (Voltage, # of phases, Hz, Amps, max.
At least 3" clear space is required on the rear of the cabinet for optimum air flow. x Enough space should be provided in front of the cabinet to fully open the door. AP3BCF30-1 ON THE OPTIONAL APS-5 STAND...
AP3BCF30-1 Manual USING THE HURRICHILL™ TECHNOLOGY BLAST CHILLING All cooked food rapidly loses its quality and aroma if it is not served promptly. Natural bacteria growth, the main reason why food becomes stale, takes place at an exponential rate between 140°F and 40°F.
AP3BCF30-1 Manual CONTROL PANEL FOR MODEL AP3BCF30-1 BLAST CHILLER KEYBOARD KEYS ON/OFF START/STOP A – automatic cycle M – manual cycle UP, DOWN, SELECT, ENTER – programming keys KEY COMBINATIONS ¾ Initial Programming state – to initially set the device o Press and hold “START/STOP”...
AP3BCF30-1 Manual PROGRAMMING 1. INITIAL PROGRAMMING NOTE: Initial programming is preset at the factory (the unit is configured as a blast chiller). Use this section only if changes are desired. If no changes are to be made, skip to Page 8 (2.
AP3BCF30-1 Manual The high food alarm temperature should be left at F. However, to make a change: HIGH FOOD ALARM 180 °F 180 Blinks g. To change the temperature, press then press The low food alarm temperature should be left at F (blast chiller configuration).
AP3BCF30-1 Manual AUTOMATIC CYCLE PARAMETERS PROGRAMMING (BLAST CHILLER MODE) PROGRAMMING MODE CHOOSE CYCLE c. Press to program the automatic mode. The display will show for 3 seconds: PROGRAMMING MODE AUTOMATIC CYCLE After 3 seconds – or if ENTER is pressed – the display...
AP3BCF30-1 Manual MANUAL CYCLE PARAMETERS PROGRAMMING (BLAST CHILLER MODE) PROGRAMMING MODE CHOOSE CYCLE Press to program the manual mode. The display will show for 3 seconds: PROGRAMMING MODE MANUAL CYCLE After 3 seconds – or if ENTER is pressed – the display...
AP3BCF30-1 Manual 3. PROGRAMMING THE UNIT AS A SHOCK FREEZER The unit is programmed at the factory as a blast chiller. However it can be reprogrammed as a shock freezer. To accomplish this, go to INITIAL PROGRAMMING on page 8, see step h and set the low food...
AP3BCF30-1 Manual HOLDING HIGH TEMP. k. Set the temperature at 3°F by pressing 3 °F 3 Blinks then press PROGRAMMING MODE The display will show: CHOOSE CYCLE MANUAL CYCLE PARAMETERS PROGRAMMING (SHOCK FREEZER MODE) PROGRAMMING MODE CHOOSE CYCLE Press to program the manual mode.
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AP3BCF30-1 Manual HOLDING LOW TEMP. s. Set the temperature at -4°F by pressing -4 °F -4 Blinks then press HOLDING HIGH TEMP. Set the temperature at 3°F by pressing 3 °F 3 Blinks then press PROGRAMMING MODE The display will show:...
AP3BCF30-1 Manual OPERATION 1. AUTOMATIC CYCLE a. With the display reading "OFF", press the (“ON/OFF”) key. AUTOMATIC CHOOSE CYCLE b. To start the cycle, press ("START/STOP") Blinks AUTOMATIC key, or key to select MANUAL cycle. CHOOSE CYCLE MANUAL Then the display will show:...
AP3BCF30-1 Manual 2. MANUAL CYCLE a. With the display reading "OFF", press the (“ON/OFF”) key. Then the display will show: CHOOSE CYCLE AUTOMATIC AUTOMATIC Blinks CHOOSE CYCLE b. Press key to select MANUAL cycle. MANUAL MANUAL Then the display will show: Blinks Cycle time can be changed only in Programming mode.
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AP3BCF30-1 Manual If the door is open the display will show: DEFROST CYCLE PRESS START c. Press the ("START/STOP") key to start the defrost cycle. 04:59 DEFROST CYCLE Will count The display will now show: REMAINING TIME 04:59 down to 00:00...
AP3BCF30-1 Manual MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING CLEANING THE CONDENSER For correct and efficient operation of the blast chiller, it is necessary that the condenser be kept clean so that air can circulate around it freely and come into contact with the whole of its surface.
AP3BCF30-1 Manual PARTS LIST PART # DESCRIPTION 990100 ELECTRONIC BOARD AP3 (A) 990108 AIR PROBE PT 100 990176 COMPRESSOR ASPERA (R404A REFRIGERANT) 990124 COND. FAN MOTOR 990133 EVAPORATOR FAN 990137 FOOD PROBE (NOT HEATED) 990147 MAGNETIC DOOR SWITCH 990150 RELAY 10 A FINDER...
NONE NONE American Panel Corporation agrees to repair or replace at its option, FOB Factory, any part which proves to be defective due to defects in material or workmanship during the warranty period, providing the equipment has been properly installed, maintained and operated in accordance with the HurriChill™...
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