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Merrychef MD-SERIES S E R V I C E M A N U A L Part No. 32Z3329 Issue No. 6 For all MD-Series models manufactured from January 2001 CAUTION MICROWAVE EMISSIONS DO NOT BECOME EXPOSED TO EMISSIONS FROM THE MICROWAVE...
SAFETY CODE This manual is designed to assist engineers who have been on a recognised product familiarisation and training course run by Merrychef Limited. It has been prepared to offer technical guidance for the Merrychef MD Series Commercial Microwave Ovens.
Installation instructions Power Supply Requirements The oven should be connected to a suitable electricity supply, which can cope with the switching- on surge that occurs with certain types of catering equipment, such as microwaves. Because of this requirement, we strongly recommend that a separate, suitably rated supply is installed for the oven.
Error codes and diagnostics The MD series oven will identify some of the most common problems by flashing an error message code in the time display window. These are the error messages, and suggestions for repairing them. Door not fully shut Close door fully Possible electrical fault Check microswitch door circuit...
Procedure A - Power Output Test in accordance with BS EN 60335-2-90 Annex AA This test is given in the BSI test standard for microwave ovens. It is reproduced below - not so that you can follow it, but to show you why it is impractical in normal conditions. A simplified procedure, which gives a good approximation to the BSI power output, is given in Procedure B which follows.
Procedure B - Simplified Power Test You will need: A thermometer capable of reading to ±0.1°C. A Polypropylene tray approximately 200mm x 200mm. A measuring jug. A calculator. Water which is at a temperature of 10°C ± 2°C. 1 Measure 1 litre of cold water into the tray using the measuring jug. 2 Measure the water temperature, and record it as T[s].
Procedure D - High Voltage Capacitor Test You will need: A Digital Multi-meter (D.M.M.) A Megger or similar resistance meter using 500V d.c. WARNING: High voltages and large currents are present at the High Voltage Capacitor. It is very dangerous to work near this part when the oven is on. NEVER make any voltage measurements at the High Voltage circuits, including the magnetron filament .
January 2007, MD1000, MD1400 & MD1800 See APPENDIX 2 MD1800 [January 2007] Note: Models MD0750 & MD1000 have one Magnetron Assembly only ( Parts 51 & 61 ) Model Part MD0750 (Tesco) HV Capacitor 0.74µF 30M0098 HV Capacitor 1.0µF...
Door assembly MD-Series Note that the MD1800 currently in production has a different door interlock system to earlier MD Series models and can be identified from the handle which is solid and does not have the door catch release mechanism on the inside face of the handle. Door Handle Models before January 2007, MD1000, MD1400 &...
Door replacement and door adjustment After any service work to the door, the oven should always be checked for microwave leakage with a suitable meter DOOR REPLACEMENT Remove four screws holding the Upper and Lower Hinge Plate [14] to the oven cavity. Remove Door Assembly [80] by pulling it forward.
Door servicing CHOKE COVER REMOVAL 1. Insert a flat type screw driver into the gap between the Choke Cover [16] and Door Body [7] as shown below to free the engaging clips. A protective piece of tape should be used so as not to damage the door panel.
Door interlock operation Door interlock operation The door on the oven is monitored by four microswitches. Three of these are used in the conventional “Primary, Secondary and Monitor” switch arrangement shown below, while the fourth is a low-voltage switch linked directly to the control circuitry. Door interlock arrangement Power In Power Out...
Membrane panel circuit You will need: A Digital Multi-meter (D.M.M.) Procedure: 1. Isolate the oven from the mains supply. 2. Remove the Logic Assembly from the Control Panel Housing. 3. Unplug the membrane “tail” from the Logic PCB Assembly. 4. Using a D.M.M., check for continuity between the correct terminals when the pads are pressed.
Part number identification chart 1 Description MD1000 MD1400 MD1800 MD1800 Pre Jan 2007 From Jan 2007 Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Outer Handle 30M0001 30M0001 30M0001 30M4002 Handle Bearing (4) 30M0002 30M0002 30M0002 30M0002 Inner Handle 30M0003 30M0003 30M0003 30M4003...
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Part number identification chart: Description MD1000 MD1400 MD1800 MD1800 Pre Jan 2007 From Jan Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Lamp Cover 30M0044 30M0044 30M0044 30M0044 Back Case 30M0045 30M0045 30M0045 30M0045 Rear Air Guide 30M0046 30M0046 30M0046 30M0046 Upper Air Duct 30M0047...
Undo screw on panel on side of the oven and remove panel Replace light bulb Part No. 33M0038 and replace panel and tighten screw. NOTE: Light bulbs are not covered by the warranty and can be purchased by contacting Merrychef Service Dept. MD Series Ovens 32Z3329 Issue 6 Page 20...
APPENDIX 2: Door interlock details Models before January 2007, MD1000, MD1400 & MD1800 Description Part No. Outer Handle 30M0001 Inner Handle 30M0003 Door Catch (2) 30M0009 Door Catch Link Rod 30M0010 Door Spring 30M0011 Door Catch Crank 30M0013 Interlock/ Switch Holder 30M0065 66 a-d Microswitch V5S010CB...
Name Address Page on which error occurs- MD 1800: Description of error Suggestion for improvement to manual Please return this form to: Service Department Merrychef Ltd Station Road West Ash Vale Aldershot Hampshire GU12 5XA Or Fax it on: +44 (0) 1252 371007 E-Mail quality@merrychef.com...
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