Firex PMDE100 Guide de l'utilisateur

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FOR INSTALLATION,
MAINTENANCE
AND USE
ELECTRIC KETTLES
“PMDE100.”
“PMDE150.”

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MANUALE D’ISTRUZIONE
Codice PMDE…
Storia delle revisioni
Nr.
Revis.
Data di
revisione
Punto Natura della
correzione
Type of correction Verbesserungsart Type de correction Firma Visto
00 31.01.2005 Tutti Prima emissione First issue Erste Ausgabe Première émission Budel
01 09.02.2005 Pag. 18 Mod. schema
elettrico
Modify Wiring
Diagram
Veränderfe
Elektrischer
Schaltplan
Mod. schéma
électrique
Budel
02
30.06.2005 Tutti Aggiunto
Termostato
digitale
Added Digital
thermostat
Zuschlag Digital
thermostat
Ajout du Thermostat
digital
Budel
03 21.03.2006 Pag. 20 Mod. schema
elettrico
Modify Wiring
Diagram
Veränderfe
Elektrischer
Schaltplan
Mod. schéma
électrique
Budel

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INDEX
Part 1: General reminders and notes
1.1. General reminders 5
1.2. Technical data 6
1.3. Construction 7
1.3.1. Details only for pressure kettles 7
1.4. Laws, technical prescriptions and directives 7
1.5. Special requirements for the installation site 7
Part 2: Positioning, installation and maintenance
2.1. Positioning 8
2.2. Installation 8
2.2.1. Electrical connections and equipotential bonding 8
2.2.2. Connection to waterworks 9
2.3. Commissioning and testing 9
2.3.1. New setting parameters work’s digital thermostat 9
2.3.2. New setting parameters safety digital thermostat 10
2.4. Maintenance of the appliance 10
2.4.1. Possible failures and their elimination 10
Part 3: Use and cleaning
3.1. Warnings and hints for user 11
3.2. Instructions for use 11
3.2.1. Details regarding the operation of the pressure kettles 11
3.2.2. Switch on, start of cooking and switch off 12
3.3. Cleaning and care of the appliance 12
3.3.1. Daily cleaning 13
3.4. Special procedures in case of long inactivity 13
3.5. Special procedures in case of failures 13
3.6. How to proceed, if … 13

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Part 4: Figures and details
4.1. Wiring diagram Mod. 100/150 lt 14
4.2. View of appliance 15
4.3. Controls 16

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1.1. GENERAL REMINDERS
−Read the warnings contained in this manual carefully as they provide important information concerning
safety during the installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.
−Keep these instructions carefully!
−Only personnel trained for its specific use should use the equipment.
−Keep the appliance under control during use.
−The appliance should be used only for the purpose for which it has been specifically designed; other
uses are improper and hence dangerous.
−During operation surfaces can become hot and require special operation.
−Unplug the appliance in case of failures or improper operation.
−Apply exclusively to a service centre for repairs or maintenance.
−Any important information about the appliance required for technical service is contained in the technical
data plate (see figure “View of appliance”).
−If technical assistance is required, the trouble must be described in as much detail as possible, so that a
service technician will be able to understand the nature of the problem.
−Gloves should be worn to protect the hands during installation and maintenance operations.
Warning! : Follow the fire prevention regulations very carefully.

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1.2. TECHNICAL DATA
PM9DE150
PM9DE150 A
900
PM8DE150
PM8DE150 A
800
520
145
135
PM9DE100
PM9DE100 A
900
Models (With “A” as end letter = pressare kettle)
PM8DE100
PM8DE100 A
800
900
900
600
415
110
100
3N AC 400 V / 50 /60Hz
13,1
5X6
10
10
mm
mm
mm
mm
mm
l
l
kW
mm
2
mm
mm
Specifications
Description
Width (A)
Depth (B)
Height (C)
Vat diameter
Vat height
Total volume
Usable volume
Voltage/Input
Power
Power cable
Hot water
connection
Cold water
connection

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1.3. CONSTRUCTION
−Main structure in AISI 430 with 4 adjustable height feet.
−Panels in stainless steel AISI 304, thickness 10-12/10.
−Cooking vat in stainless steel AISI 316, thickness 20/10 ÷ 40/10.
−Chrome-plated brass drainage tap.
−The temperature limiting device which switches off automatically the appliance in case of overheating of
cooking-vat-bottom.
1.3.1. DETAILS ONLY FOR PRESSURE KETTLES
−Stainless steel lid with heat-resistant silicone gasket.
−Hermetic closing of lid ensured by 4 screw clamps.
−The relief valve for the pressure that develops inside the cooking vat is set at 0,05 bar.
−On request, the appliance can be equipped with a pressure gauge indicating the pressure inside the
cooking vat.
1.4. LAWS, TECHNICAL PRESCRIPTIONS AND DIRECTIVES
When installing the appliance it is necessary to follow and comply with the following regulations:
−current regulations on the matter;
−any hygienic-sanitary regulations concerning cooking environments;
−municipal and/or territorial building regulations and fire prevention prescriptions;
−current accident prevention guidelines;
−electricity board regulations concerning safety;
−the regulations of the electrical power supply company or agency;
−any other local prescriptions.
1.5. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTALLATION SITE
−The room in which the appliance is to operate must be well ventilated.
−In addition, it is good policy to locate the appliance under an extractor hood so that cooking vapours can
be removed rapidly and continuously.
−Current regulations require the installation of a multiple pole switch between the appliance and the
electrical power supply; the switch must have a contact gap of least 3 mm on each pole.
−This appliance requires two water connections: one for hot and one for cold water. Each line must be
fitted with an on-off valve.
Warning! : The electrical isolating switch and the water shutoff valves must both be located near
to the appliance, within easy reach for the user.

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2.1. POSTIONING
−Remove all the packaging and check that the appliance is in perfect conditions. In case of visible
damage, do not connect the appliance and notify the sales point immediately.
−Remove the PVC protection from the panels.
−Dispose of packaging according to regulations. Generally material is divided according to composition
and should be delivered to the waste disposal service.
−There are no special instructions regarding distances from other appliances or walls, however it is
advisable to maintain a sufficient distance to allow any servicing operations to be performed. In the event
the appliance should be installed in direct contact with inflammable walls, it is advisable to fit suitable
heat insulation.
−The appliance must stand level. Small differences in level can be eliminated by screwing or unscrewing
the adjustable feet: A significantly uneven or sloping stance can affect the operation of the appliance
adversely.
2.2. INSTALLATION
Warning! : Only qualified technicians must perform the installation, maintenance and test of the
appliance.
Warning! : Before connecting any parts of the appliance to supplies, make sure that the latter is
equivalent the requirements stated in the technical data plate, if the appliance has
been designed for these supplies.
2.2.1. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND EQUIPOTENTIAL BONDING
Warning! : The appliance is supplied to operate according to the power supply indicated on the
data plate.
−As mentioned, the appliance must be connected to the power supply by way of a multiple pole main
isolating switch and protection device that must be proportioned to the power of the appliance (1 mA per
kW of rated power).
−The earthing system must be efficient.
−As this appliance is type X equipment (delivery without power cable and plug), the cable and other
hardware needed to make the connection to the electrical power supply must be provided by the
installer.
−The power cable shall be of the kind described in the paragraph “Technical data" and shall be resistant
to oil.
−The power terminal board can be reached by removing the lower front panel (unloose the screws). The
cable fastener is on the lower right-hand side.
−The cable must be fed in from beneath the clamp. The individual wires are then fastened to the
corresponding terminals of the terminal board. The earth wire must be longer than the other wires, so
that in the event of the cable being jerked or the clamp broken, the live wires will disconnect first. Lock
the cord fastener.
−The appliance must incorporate an equipotential system.
−Connect the terminal on the lower right-hand side marked with the international symbol a connector with a
nominal cross section <10 mm2. All the appliances installed and the earth system of the building shall be
connected like this.

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2.2.2. CONNECTION TO WATERWORKS
−Water inlet pressure must be between 50 and 300 kPa, otherwise install a pressure regulator on the line
before the appliance.
−Install a cut-off valve for each supply on the line before the appliance.
−Water connections are fitted in the lower part on the right-hand side of the appliance.
−Make connections according to regulations currently in force.
2.3. COMMISSIONING AND TESTING
−Once all the connections have been made, the appliance and the overall installation must be checked
following the directions given in this manual.
−Check in particular:
−that the protective film has been removed from the external surfaces;
−that the lower front panel removed for the electrical connection of the appliance has been fitted back
into position;
−that connections have been made in accordance with the requirements and directions indicated in
this manual;
−that all safety requirements in current standards, statutory regulations and directives have been met;
−that the water connections are leak-free;
−that the electrical connection has been performed according to standards.
−In addition, check that once the appliance has been installed, the power cord is neither subject to stretch
nor in contact with nor surfaces.
−Now proceed to light the appliance as directed in the instructions for use.
−While the appliance is in use, voltage should not differ from the nominal voltage more than +/- 10%.
−The test report must be completed in full and submitted to the customer who should then sign in
acceptance. With effect from this moment, the appliance is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
2.3.1. NEW SETTING PARAMETERS WORK’S DIGITAL THERMOSTAT
Keeping pressed at the same time the button "SET" and arrow down "▼" you enter in the following
functions:
- hy1 = Differential : (-full Sc./full Sc.).The intervention differential for set point. It can be set
with positive or negative value; anyway it’s not suggested any change.
- opb = Probe calibration :( to modify only in the case in which the temperature on the
display is different from that of the product in the basin)
- pbct = Kind of Probe. ( DO NOT MODIFY ANYWAY THE PARAMETER SET VALUE)
To modify press "SET" and with the arrows "▲▼" change the function type.
In the case of probe "K" fault, on both safety and work’s thermostats, on the display appears "pfo" and all
functions are stopped till the probe functions are reset.

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2.3.2. NEW SETTING PARAMETERS SAFETY DIGITAL THERMOSTAT
The intervention temperature of the safety thermostat, positioned behind the instrument panel, had been set
by the manufacturer and only the assistance can modify it, using a password.
In case of working without water in the basin, reaching the set temperature, the thermostat stops the cooking
functions activating a buzzer pointing it out.
To restore the functions, switch off and on the equipment.
The temperature is measured by the probe "K", in case of its fault, on the display appears "pfo" and all
functions are stopped until the probe resetting.
2.4. MAINTENANCE OF THE APPLIANCE
Warning! : All maintenance operations shall only be performed by a technically qualified service
centre!
−To ensure correct and safe operation, the appliance must be inspected and serviced at least once a year
only. Maintenance includes also controlling the components and tear of pipes, feeding pipes, electrical
components etc.
−It is advisable to replace worn components during maintenance operations to avoid the need for other
maintenance calls and unexpected failures.
−It is also advisable to apply for a maintenance contract with the customer.
2.4.1. POSSIBLE FAILURES AND THEIR ELIMINATION
Warning! : Only technically qualified service centres can perform the operations described
below!
Caution ! : Before switch off and on the equipment (operation necessary to re-set the safety
thermostat) remove always the reason causing its intervention.
Problem and possible cause Access to components and operation
The content of the vat does not heat up:
−The temperature limiting digital device
has been activated;
−the heating elements have a failure;
−Operating thermostat digital failure.
The temperature limiting digital device
It can be reached once the lower front panel has been
removed.
Heating elements
The heating elements can be reached once the lower front
panel has been removed.
Operating thermostat digital
To reach remove the vat drainage tap and then the upper front
panel.
In the case of probe "K" fault, on both safety and work’s thermostats, on the display appears "pfo"
and all functions are stopped till the probe functions are reset.
In case of working without water in the basin, reaching the set temperature, the thermostat stops the
cooking functions activating a buzzer pointing it out.
To restore the functions, switch off and on the equipment.
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