BKI (The "Company") warrants to the original purchaser that at time of shipment from the
Company factory, this equipment will be free from defect in materials and workmanship. Written
notice of a claim under this warranty must be received by the Company within ONE YEAR from
the date of installation, but no longer than ONE YEAR AND THREE MONTHS from date of
shipment from the factory. Defective conditions caused by abnormal use or misuse, lack of or
improper maintenance, damage by third parties, alterations by unauthorized personnel, acts of
God, failure to follow installation and/or operating instructions, or any other events beyond the
reasonable control of the Company will NOT be covered under this warranty. The obligation of
the Company under this warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing (at the option of the
Company) any part, with the exception of lamps, fuses, and glass (which are not covered under
warranty), which is found defective in the reasonable opinion of the Company. Any part found
defective by the Company will be repaired or replaced without charge F.O.B. factory,
Simpsonville, South Carolina or F.O.B. authorized BKI Distributor. The Company and/or its
authorized representatives will assume the normal replacement labor expense for the defective
part for the period of the warranty as stated above, excluding travel and/or other expenses
incidental to the replacement of the defective part, where replacement work is performed during
standard business hours and not subject to overtime, holiday rates, and/or any additional fees. IN
NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF REVENUE OR
LOSS OF PRODUCT OR PROFIT OR FOR INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, FOOD SPOILAGE OR PRODUCT LOSS. WARRANTY
DOES NOT COVER GLASS BREAKAGE. THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARE EXCLUDED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Any appliance replacement part, with the exception of lamps, fuses, and glass, which proves to
be defective in material or workmanship within ninety (90) days of installation will be replaced
without charge F.O.B. Factory, Simpsonville, SC or F.O.B. authorized BKI Distributor. The user
shall have the responsibility and expense of removing and returning the defective part to the
Company as well as the cost of reinstalling the replacement or repaired part.
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Hot Deli Display Island Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Signs and Messages ............................................................................................................................. 2
Safe Work Practices ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Controls and Indicators ......................................................................................................................................... 6
Unit Startup and Preheating.................................................................................................................................. 7
Temperature Adjustment....................................................................................................................................... 7
Unit Shutdown....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Instructions For Shipping Damage........................................................................................................................ 9
Location and Placement........................................................................................................................................ 9
Replacement Parts ................................................................................................................................................ 12
Congratulations! You have chosen a Hot Deli Display Island that will give you many years of fine service from
the original manufacturer, BKI.
The BKI name and trademark on this unit assures you of the finest in design and engineering — that it has been
built with care and dedication — using the best materials available. Attention to the operating instructions
regarding proper installation, operation, and maintenance will result in long lasting dependability to insure the
highest profitable return on your investment.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT. If you have
any questions, please contact your BKI Distributor. If they are unable to answer your
questions, contact the BKI Technical Service Department, toll free: 1-800-927-6887.
Outside the U.S., call 1-864-963-3471.
Safety Precautions
Always follow recommended safety precautions listed in this manual. Below is the safety alert symbol. When you
see this symbol on your equipment, be alert to the potential for personal injury or property damage.
Safety Signs and Messages
The following Safety signs and messages are placed in this manual to provide instructions and identify specific
areas where potential hazards exist and special precautions should be taken. Know and un derstand the meaning
of these instructions, signs, and messages. Damage to the equipment, death or serious injury to you or other
persons may result if these messages are not followed.
This message indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
This message indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
This message indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
This message is used when special information, instructions or identification are required
relating to procedures, equipment, tools, capacities and other special data.
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Safe Work Practices
Beware of High Voltage
This equipment uses high voltage. Serious injury can occur if you or any untrained
or unauthorized person installs, services, or repairs this equipment. Always Use an
Authorized Service agent to Service Your Equipment.
Keep this manual with the Equipment
This manual is an important part of your equipment. Always keep it near for easy
access. If you need to replace this manual, contact:
BKI
Technical Services Department
P.O. Box 80400
Simpsonville, S.C. 29680-0400
Or call toll free: 1-800-927-6887
Outside the U.S., call 864-963-3471
Protect Children
Keep children away from this equipment. Children may not understand that this
equipment is dangerous for them and others.
NEVER allow children to play near or operate your equipment.
Keep Safety Labels Clean and in Good Condition
Do not remove or cover any safety labels on your equipment. Keep all safety labels
clean and in good condition. Replace any damaged or missing safety labels. Refer
to the Safety Labels section for illustration and location of safety labels on this unit.
If you need a new safety label, obtain the number of the specific label illustrated on
page 5, then contact:
BKI
Technical Services Department
P.O. Box 80400
Simpsonville, S.C. 29680-0400
Or call toll free: 1-800-927-6887
Outside the U.S., call 864-963-3471
Be Prepared for Emergencies
Be prepared for fires, injuries, or other emergencies.
Keep a first aid kit and a fire extinguisher near the equipment. You must use a 40-
pound Type BC fire extinguisher and keep it within 25 feet of your equipment.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance services, hospitals, and the fire
department near your telephone.
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Hot Deli Display Island Introduction
Know your responsibilities as an Employer
• Make certain your employees know how to operate the equipment.
• Make certain your employees are aware of the safety precautions on the
equipment and in this manual.
• Make certain that you have thoroughly trained your employees about operating
the equipment safely.
• Make certain the equipment is in proper working condition. If you make
unauthorized modifications to the equipment, you will reduce the function and
safety of the equipment.
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Safety Labels
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Hot Deli Display Island Operation
Operation
Controls and Indicators
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Hot Deli Display Island Operation
Unit Startup and Preheating
BHI
1. Open the access door to the control panel and place the POWER switch in the 1 position.
2. Place THERMOSTAT ZONE knobs 1, 2 and 3 to the number 5 position. The pilot light for each thermostat
will cycle on and off to indicate that proper temperature is being maintained for that zone.
3. Allow the equipment to preheat for 30 minutes before loading it with product.
BHI-T
1. Open the access door to the control panel and place the POWER switch in the 1 position.
2. Place THERMOSTAT ZONE knobs 1, 2 and 3 to the number 5 position. The pilot light for each thermostat
will cycle on and off to indicate that proper temperature is being maintained for that zone.
3. Place THERMOSTAT ZONE knob 4 to the number 5 position. The pilot light for this thermostat will cycle
on and off to indicate that proper temperature is being maintained for the upper shelf.
4. Allow the equipment to preheat for 30 minutes before loading it with product.
Temperature Adjustment
After loading the unit with product, it may be necessary to adjust the thermostat knobs in order to maintain the
proper internal temperature for the product on display. The thermostat knobs should be set to the lowest possible
number that will maintain the proper product temperature.
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Hot Deli Display Island Operation
Operational Guidelines
• Foods should be a minimum of 160° F. before being placed in the unit.
• Foods loaded in first should be served first as much as is practical.
• Check Federal and State Health and Sanitation Regulations for internal temperature required for holding
cooked foods for sale. Maintaining these temperatures often tends to continue to cook certain products.
Therefore, smaller amounts of bulk foods should be displayed at non-peak periods and the warmer
refilled as needed.
This equipment is designed to temporarily slow the cooking of food.
Unit Shutdown
1. Remove all food from the equipment.
2. Place the THERMOSTAT knobs to the OFF position.
3. Place the POWER switch to the 0 position.
4. Allow the equipment to cool to room temperature.
5. Remove any residue and clean the equipment thoroughly.
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Hot Deli Display Island Installation
Installation
Serious injury, equipment damage or death could result if attempting to install this unit
yourself. Ensure that an authorized BKI service agent installs the unit.
Instructions For Shipping Damage
You are responsible for filing all freight claims with the delivering truck line. Inspect all cartons and crates for
damage when they arrive. If there is damage noted to shipping crates or cartons, or, if a shortage is found, note
this on the bill of lading (all copies) before signing.
If damage is detected when the equipment is uncrated, immediately call the delivering truck line and follow up the
call with a written report indicating concealed damage to your equipment. Ask for an immediate inspection of your
concealed damage item. Crating material MUST be retained to show the inspector from the truck line.
Location and Placement
Move the unit to a permanent location then level it using a 4’ level and the leg levelers.
Wiring
Electrocution, equipment failure or property damage could result if an unlicensed
electrician performs the electrical installation. Ensure that a licensed electrician perform
the electrical installation in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
with the National Electrical Code, ANSI NFPA 70-20XX.
This unit, when installed by an authorized BKI service agent, must be wired for use in accordance with all
applicable local, state, and federal codes. For specific electrical requirements and connections refer to the wiring
diagram attached to the unit or provided in the Service Manual.
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Hot Deli Display Island Maintenance
Maintenance
Failure to comply with the maintenance below could result in a serious accident.
Electrocution, equipment failure or property damage could result if an unlicensed
electrician performs electrical repair. Ensure that a licensed electrician perform electrical
repair.
Scheduled Maintenance
Failure to remove power from this unit may cause severe electrical shock. This unit may
have more than one disconnect switch.
Never use abrasive cleaners that may damage the finish.
Never steam clean the interior.
Avoid getting excess water in the interior of the unit.
Do not leave this unit on and unattended after business hours.
Cleaning
This unit should be cleaned at the end of each working day. Use the following procedure:
1. Remove all food from the equipment.
2. Place the THERMOSTAT ZONE knobs to the OFF position.
3. Place the POWER switch to the 0 position.
4. Cut OFF the circuit breaker supplying power to the unit at the building power panel.
5. Allow the equipment to cool to room temperature.
6. Remove any residue and clean the equipment thoroughly.
7. Sponge the inside and outside of the unit with a mild soap and water solution, being sure to clean all
areas. Avoid getting water in the interior of the unit.
8. Wipe the parts and unit dry with a soft, clean cloth.
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Hot Deli Display Island Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Possible Solution
No Heat and Lights
All Lights ON but No Heat from
any Temperature Zone
All Temperature Zones Heat but
No Lights illuminate
All Lights are On and all
Temperature Zones heat except
one
All Temperature Zones Heat
and all lights are on except one
Holding Temperature Not
Adequate
Main power switch is off. Place main power switch on.
No Power to the case. Check circuit breaker or fuses at
building power panel. If problem
persists, contact an authorized
BKI service agent for corrective
action.
Possible defective switch. Contact an authorized BKI service
agent for corrective action.
Possible defective
component in the heating
circuit.
Possible defective
component in the lighting
circuit.
Possible defective Heating
Element or thermostat.
Possible bulb failure. Replace bulb.
Unit and food pans have not
been preheated.
Contact an authorized BKI service
agent for corrective action.
Contact an authorized BKI service
agent for corrective action.
Contact an authorized BKI service
agent for corrective action.
Refer to the preheating section on
page 7. If problem persists,
contact an authorized BKI service
agent for corrective action.
One or more heating
elements or thermostats not
operating properly.
Product is below 160° F
when loaded.
Contact an authorized BKI service
agent for corrective action.
Check product temperature
before loading the case.
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Hot Deli Display Island Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Use the information in this section to identify replacement parts. To order replacement parts, call your local BKI
sales and service representative. Before calling, please note the serial number on the rating tag affixed to the unit.