Fastron Parts MERIDIAN Series Operation Manual

MERIDIAN Series

Built-In Cooking Controller

MEC-110 with ENHANCED SMS

10 product keys

Operating Guide

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Notices–Before You Start, Please Read Entire Manual

NOTE: This manual will thoroughly familiarize you with the operation of the (FASTRON.) Controller so that you

(FAST.) is not liable for any use of product not in

accordance with its installation and operating

instructions.

Before using this equipment, or for any questions on

the operation of the appliance, consult and follow all

instructions and safety warnings found in the

appliance operator’s manual supplied from the

manufacturer of the appliance.

Not all features are available on some models.

COOKING CONTROLLER OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

The solid state components in this controller are designed to operate reliably in a temperature range up to 158°F/70°C. Before installing this controller, it should be verified that the ambient temperature at the mounting location does not exceed 158°F/70°C.

may use it in the most effective way to enhance the smooth running of your restaurant’s cooking operations.

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TOOLS NEEDED

– Straight Screwdriver

INSTALLATION

1. Turn appliance power OFF.

2. Connect the wire harness to the controller.

3. Attach the 2 provided tinnerman nuts to the controller. Be sure to line up the holes.

4. Hold the controller against the front panel.

5. Secure the controller to the appliance using the 2 provided screws.

CLEANING THE CONTROLLER

Using a clean damp cloth, wipe down your controller daily using a commercial quality foodservice-approved detergent.

Do not allow oil to build up on any part of the controller.

NEVER use chemical or abrasive cleaners on your controller. The controller’s overlay may be damaged.

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(FASTRON.) Meridian Controller Features

PROGRAMMING CODES

Product Programming 1 7 2 4 System Programming 3 2 2 8

1 LARGE LED DISPLAY: 8-character, 14-segment. Displays programming and cook cycle information.

2 SERVICE WINDOW: Locate the controller’s serial number and tech support phone number easily.

3 INDICATOR LIGHTS: lit when there’s an active cook cycle and in programming mode.

4 PRODUCT KEYS: Press to start a cook cycle. Also used in programming.

REPLACEABLE MENU STRIP: Make menu changes quickly and easily.

5 (FAST.Nav)TMPROGRAMMING CENTER: Easy mobile phone-like programming. Access programming

mode and change cooking parameters.

6 FEATURE KEYS: Used to access programming functions and controller features; keys will vary by model.

7 SCK LINK®: Signifies that your control is communications-capable.

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Feature Definitions

Programmable Action Alarms

Up to three action alarms can be programmed for each product key. An action alarm alerts the operator to perform some action at a pre-programmed time.

Programmable Appliance Type

A specific type of appliance; i.e., gas, electric or generic can be programmed into the controller.

Energy Saving Manual Setback

Setback, an energy-saving feature, will lower the temperature of the oil after a pre-determined amount of inactive time (1 to 59 minutes). Temperature is programmable from 200-300°F (93.3-148.8°C). Enter setback mode by pressing the SETBACK key. The controller will display COOL or SETBACK and will control the appliance to the programmed setback temperature.

Fahrenheit or Celsius Temperature Display

The controller can be configured to display the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius (accessible through System Programming mode).

Programmable (FAST.Flex)TMTiming Mode

Flex or straight timing can be configured for each stage on each product key. To insure consistent, high-quality food product, flex time will adjust the actual cook time taking into consideration the temperature variation due to load size, initial product temperature, product moisture content, and other factors affecting the cook cycle. If cooking by straight time, the controller will cook only for the specified time without adjusting for these variances.

Programmable Hold Time Linking

Each product key can be linked to an independent hold timer, or multiple product keys can be linked to a single hold timer.

Programmable Hold Times

Product key hold times can be programmed to track product quality through a specified holding period. Hold time countdown begins as soon as the cook cycle is complete. The controller will sound an alarm when the product's hold time has expired alerting the operator to discard the product.

Automatic Least Hold Display

Product with the least amount of hold time remaining will be shown in the display. Pressing and holding the SCAN key allows you to view each active product’s remaining hold time.

Melt Cycle

If the vat temperature is below the Melt Limit Temperature and the controller is ON, it will control the melting of the oil.

Programmable Operating Mode

The controller can be programmed to operate as either a controller or timer.

Programmable Pressure Valve

The pressure valve state for each stage on each product key can be programmed. The valve can be open or closed.

Note: The valve is normally open when not cooking.

Programmable Filter/Polish Mode

To aid in extending the life of your oil, this Meridian Controller will alert the operator at pre-programmed times or number of products cooked when it is time to filter the

Programmable Stage Temperatures

Cook temperatures for each stage on each product key can be programmed. The valid temperature range is

200°F to 400°F (93.3°C to 204.4°). oil by displaying the FILTER prompt. If the prompt is flashing, cooking can still be performed. If the prompt is solid, the filter procedure must be executed. A filter can also manually be forced at any time of the day.

Programmable Stage Times

Cook times for each stage on each product key can be

programmed. The controller is programmable in minutes

(up to 99) and seconds (up to 59) and allows up to ten

Programmable Filter Lockout Cycle Count

Ensure good-tasting food is always served to your customers by requiring the oil be filtered after “x” amount

stages per product key.

NOTE: Multiple cook starts are not allowed if a product key has more

than one stage programmed.

of times. Any product key with Filter Lockout programmed will cease to operate until the oil is filtered. A filter lockout cycle count (valid range 0 to 99) can be programmed for each product key. To disable filter lockout, enter 0 for the filter lockout count.

Programmable Global Filter Lockout

A single filter lockout cycle count can be programmed to apply globally to all product keys.

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Start a Cook Cycle

Press any product key to start a cook cycle. If the key is programmed, the correct cooking time will be displayed and will immediately start to count down in minutes and seconds. DONE will display when the cook cycle has ended.

The pressure solenoid will also close if programmed to do so, or a basket lift will lower if so equipped.

If DONE is displayed immediately and the unit starts to signal, the product key being pressed is not programmed.

Stop a Cook Cycle

Press and hold an active product key for 3 seconds. Timing will stop.

Respond to a DONE Alarm

Cancel the signal by pressing the same product key used to start the cook cycle.

Action Alarms

If the controller is programmed for action alarms, they will signal at a preset time during the cooking cycle. The signal, a dual-rhythm beeping, will last 5 seconds and then self-cancel. The display will flash the action alarm time and the controller will start counting toward 0:00.

Holding Timers

If the controller is programmed with holding times, they will automatically start counting upon expiration of the cooking cycle.

When there are active hold times, the HOLD indicator light will be lit.

To View All Active Hold Times, press and hold the HOLD key. Upon expiration, the timer will display HOLD and pulse with an audible tone. To acknowledge, press the HOLD key.

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Boil Mode

CAUTION: THE USER MUST CONSULT AND FOLLOW THE APPLIANCE MANUFACTURER’S GUIDELINES FOR CLEANING AND BOILING OF THE FRY VATS. If your fryer manufacturer recommends this procedure, the boil function ac-

curately maintains the fryer temperature at 190°F (88°C) to assist in the cleaning of fry vats. To start the boil process, turn the appliance OFF. Empty the fry vat of oil. Once the vat is emptied of oil and refilled with cold water, the controller and fryer may now go into boil mode.

The fry vat must be

below a temperature

of 255°F (124°C) to

enter the boil mode.

NOTE: The fry vat will maintain a temperature of 190°F (88°C) to allow the boil function to be performed.

To Enter Boil Mode: Press and hold the P key for 3 sec-

onds. PROGRAM will be displayed.

Press the up or down arrow keys until BOIL is displayed, then press the P key. The feature is now activated and BOIL will be displayed.

To Exit Boil Mode, press and hold the P key for 3 seconds. PROGRAM will be displayed.

Press the up or down arrow keys until BOIL is displayed, then press the P key. The controller has now exited boil mode. If the controller has an ON/OFF key, you can also exit by turning the unit OFF then back ON.

Turn the appliance OFF. The controller will no longer display BOIL. Empty the water from the vat and wipe away all remaining water. Once dry, refill the vat with oil.

CAUTION: Refill the vat with oil ONLY when it is completely dry.

Fill Mode

If the controller is programmed for filter lockout, FILTER will appear in the display after the pre-programmed number of cook cycles allowed. The controller will stop operating until the fryer is filtered. After filtering, the display will read FILL. At this time, the fryer MUST be refilled with oil. When this step is complete, press ENTER to resume normal operations.

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