BKI WS-15ST Service Manual

Warming Stations

Series: WS-13 and WS-15ST(C)
Service Manual

CS-TM-065.01 01/23/2019

Warranty Information

LIMITED TWO 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 TWO YEARS 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 of removing and
returning the defective part to the Company and installing the replacement 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 TWO YEAR 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.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents .....................................................................................................................................................3

Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................................4

Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................................................4

Safety Signs and Messages ..............................................................................................................................4

Safe Work Practices ..........................................................................................................................................4

Safety Labels .....................................................................................................................................................6

Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................8

Models ....................................................................................................................................................................8

Unit Shutdown ....................................................................................................................................................8

Operational Guidelines ...........................................................................................................................................8

Installation .................................................................................................................................................................9

Instructions For Shipping Damage .........................................................................................................................9

Electrical Information ..............................................................................................................................................9

Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................... 10

Scheduled Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................... 10

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................... 11

Repair .................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Replacement Parts………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12
WS-13 Wiring Diagram…………………………………………………………………………………………………...13
WS-15ST(C)……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….14

Notes………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….15

BKI Worldwide is a wholly owned subsidiary of Standex International Corporation.

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Introduction

Congratulations! You have chosen a Warming Station 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 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 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.

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.

California Residents Only. This product can expose you to chemicals including
chromium, and lead which are known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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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
2812 Grandview Drive
Simpsonville, S.C. 29681
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 6, then contact:

BKI

Technical Services Department
2812 Grandview Drive
Simpsonville, S.C. 29681
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.

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.