BKI VG Installation Manual
Rotisserie Oven
MODEL VG
OPERATION MANUAL
Serial Numbers 115493 and Higher
Warranty Information
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
BKI (The “Company”) warrants to the original purchaser/user, 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 given within ONE YEAR AND THREE MONTHS
from date of shipment from the factory. Defective conditions caused by abnormal use or misuse,
lack of maintenance, damage by third parties, alterations by unauthorized personnel, acts of God,
failure to follow installation instructions or any other events beyond the control of the company will
NOT be covered under Warranty. The obligation of the Company under this Warranty shall be
limited to repairing or replacing (at the option of the company) any part which is defective in
reasonable opinion of the Company. The user will 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.
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.
THIS WARRANTY SHALL APPLY ONLY WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES, ITS
TERRITORIES, AND POSSESSIONS AND IN CANADA.
LIMITED NINETY DAY LABOR WARRANTY
All labor necessary to repair or replace factory defective parts will be performed, without charge,
to the end user, by service personnel of a BKI Authorized Distributor during the first ninety days
after the date of installation of the new equipment.
Replacement parts: Any appliance replacement part, except lamps and fuses, which proves to
be defective in material or workmanship within 90 days from date of original installation will be
repaired or replaced without charge F.O.B. Factory, Simpsonville, S.C. or F.O.B. authorized
distributor.
Rotisserie Oven Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of Contents.....................................................................................................................................................1
Introduction..............................................................................................................................................................2
Safety Precautions.................................................................................................................................................2
Safety Signs and Messages..............................................................................................................................2
Safe Work Practices.......................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Labels ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
Health And Sanitation Prac tices............................................................................................................................5
Food Handling...................................................................................................................................................5
Storage Of Raw Meats......................................................................................................................................5
Coding Cooked Foods.......................................................................................................................................5
Storage Of Prepared Foods..............................................................................................................................5
Operation .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Controls and Indicators.......................................................................................................................................... 6
Controller Operation ..............................................................................................................................................8
Programming the Controller..............................................................................................................................8
Selecting a Program........................................................................................................................................11
Pre-Heating the Oven......................................................................................................................................11
Cooking ........................................................................................................................................................... 12
Programming Examples..................................................................................................................................13
Locking the Controller .....................................................................................................................................15
Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................... 16
Scheduled Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................... 16
Oven Cleaning.................................................................................................................. ............................... 16
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................................................17
Notes ....................................................................................................................................................................... 19
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Rotisserie Oven Introduction
Introduction
Your BKI VG is a computer controlled rotisserie oven. It utilizes a revolving mechanism and heating coils that
ensure even product cooking. A touch pad control panel and switches are provided to allow for quick setup and
operation. Removable components allow for easy maintenance and cleaning of the VG.
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 installati o n, oper ati on, an d m ainten a nc e will r es ult in lo ng last ing dependabilit y to ensure 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 1-864-963-34 71.
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 understand 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 which, 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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Rotisserie Oven Introduction
Safe Work Practices
Wear Safe Clothing Appropriate To Your Job
Always wear your insulated mitts when handling hot racks or touch any hot metal
surface. If you lose or damage your mitts, you can buy new ones at your local
restaurant equipment supply store or from your local BKI Distributor.
Always wear non-skid shoes when working around the oven or any other
equipment.
Never wear loose clothing such as neckties or scarves while operating this
equipment. Keep loose hair tied back or in a hair net while operating this
equipment.
Always wear appropriate personal protection equipment during the cleaning
process to guard against possible injury from hot cleaning solution.
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 4, 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
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Rotisserie Oven Introduction
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.
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.
Safety Labels
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Health And Sanitation Practices
BKI Rotisserie Ovens are manufactured to comply with health regulations and are tested and certified to NSF
standards. You must operate the equipment properly, using only quality products and use meat thermometers to
insure meats are thoroughly cooked.
Food Handling
• Wash hands thoroughly in warm, soapy water after handling raw poultry or meats.
• Clean and sanitize all utensils and surfaces that have been in contact with raw products. Clean and
sanitize the meat forks or baskets between cooking.
• Never place cooked meats on the same surfaces used to prepare raw meats, unless the area has been
thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.
Storage Of Raw Meats
• Designate an area or shelf strictly for the storage of all raw meats to be used in the rotisserie.
• Raw product must always be stored at temperatures below 38° F. (3° C.).
• Never store or mix raw foods above cooked foods, as this is a health hazard.
foods contaminate cooked or processed foods.
• All chicken and chicken parts to be stored overnight must be thoroughly iced down and refrigerated.
The drippings from raw
Coding Cooked Foods
All products cooked during the day should be sold the same day.
NOTE: It is not the intent of the rotisserie program to have unsold merchandise at the end of the cooking day.
Follow your company’s procedures for the handling of any leftover product.
Storage Of Prepared Foods
• Cold foods should be kept at or below 38° F. (3° C.).
• Hot foods must be maintained to meet local health codes, usually a minimum 145° F. (63° C.).
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Rotisserie Oven Operation
Operation
Controls and Indicators
Refer to the figure and table below for an explanation of the oven’s controls and indicators.
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