H&K International MCR009 Service Manual

Marinator

(H&K P/N MCR009)

Equipment Manual

This manual is for the exclusive use of licensees and employees of McDonald’s Systems

Inc.

Manufactured by:

H&K International

1343 South Henderson Avenue

Dallas, TX 75223

U.S.A.

Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

1343 South Henderson Avenue

Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Distributed by:

H&K International

Dallas, TX 75223

U.S.A.

©McDonald’s Limited Revision 6 – October 08 Printed in USA
All Rights Reserved

Marinator Operations Manual

Table of Contents

Warnings .................................................................................................................... 3

Introduction ................................................................................................................ 3

Warranty ..................................................................................................................... 4

Service Information ................................................................................................... 4

Power Requirements .................................................................................................. 5

Initial Setup ................................................................................................................ 5

Calibration Check ...................................................................................................... 5

Operation Procedures ................................................................................................. 6

Parts Description ........................................................................................................ 7

Wiring Diagram ......................................................................................................... 9

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 10

Installing the Marinator ............................................................................................ 11

Parts Ordering and Service ...................................................................................... 12

Notes ........................................................................................................................ 13

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Warnings

IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED YOU INFORM YOUR

IF UNIT IS SUBMERGED IN WATER, YOUR WARRANTY

DO NOT SUBMERGE MARINATOR IN WATER.

DO NOT OPERATE OR SERVICE THE MARINATOR WITHOUT
FIRST READING THIS MANUAL.

USE CAUTION WHEN SETTING UP, OPERATING OR CLEANING
THE MARINATOR TO AVOID CONTACT WITH HEATED
SURFACES.

DO NOT OPERATE THE MARINATOR WITHOUT ALL GUARDS
AND COVERS IN PLACE.

DISCONNECT ALL POWER SOURCES BEFORE ATTEMPTING
ANY SERVICE OR REPAIR WORK.

STORE MANAGERS-

CREW OF THIS MESSAGE:

WILL BE VOIDED!!

Introduction

The MCR009 Marinator is designed to hold food at the point of service in the
Prep/Packaging Table at the desired serving temperature. The MCR009 Marinator is
designed to fit all the Prep/Packaging tables in McDonald’s system. The intention is to
have the Marinator at the point of service in the Prep/Packaging Table to expedite
assembly of such items as the McRib Sandwich.

The MCR009 Marinator is to be filled to the water level line and turned ON to preheat
for 30 to 40 minutes prior to loading with product.

RETAIN AND STORE THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE USE!

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Warranty

The company assumes no liability for expenses or repairs made by other parties except
by written consent.

Corrections of such defects by repair or replacement shall constitute fulfillment of all
company obligations to the purchaser.

H&K shall not be liable for loss, damages, or expenses arising from the misuse, abuse,
alteration, accident or improper installation of the Marinator such as:

• Improper or unauthorized repair;

• Failure to follow proper installation instructions;

• Improper maintenance;

• Damage in shipment;

• Abnormal use;

• Improper power supply;

• Natural disaster;

This warranty also does not cover:

• Transportation or travel over 100 miles or travel time over (2) hours;

• Overtime or holiday charges;

• Consequential damages (the cost of repairing or replacing other property which

is damaged), loss of time, profits, use or any other incidental damages of any
kind.

H&K International makes the following limited warranties to the original purchaser only
for this equipment and replacement parts:

H&K warrants all components to be free of defects in material and workmanship, if
properly installed, operated and maintained, for a period of one (1) year from the date of
delivery.

The company’s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing any part
or parts of the Marinator determined defective by an authorized representative of H&K.

The company reserves the privilege of determining if such repairs are to be made in the
field or at the H&K Dallas factory.

Service Information

If you experience any technical problems with this product, please contact the
Installation Department at 1-800-788-2445.

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Power Requirements

Insert the plug of the MCR009 Marinator into a standard 120VAC, 60 Hz, 15A outlet.

All electrically operated appliances must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with
National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1990.

Initial Setup

1. Remove all paper from the equipment.

2. Wipe clean with a damp cloth.

3. Place Marinator into desired 1/3 size pan opening in Prep/Packaging Table.

4. Plug unit into 120VAC, 60 Hz, 15A outlet.

Calibration Check

1. Plug Marinator into an appropriate power source.

2. Fill the Marinator with fresh water up to the level mark.

3. Place the empty stainless steel pan and lid into the Marinator.

4. Set power switch to the “ON” position.

5. Set the thermostat knob to 180°F.

6. Preheat Marinator for 1 hour.

7. Use a digital thermometer to measure the temperature of the water. Insert the
digital thermometer probe into the water. If water temperature is between 175°F
and 185°F, no adjustment is necessary.

If water temperature is under 175°F or over 185°F, then you will need to adjust the
thermostat.

Thermostat Adjustment:

1. Loosen the set screw on the thermostat knob using a flat blade screwdriver.

2. Rotate the knob to match the digital thermometer temperature.

3. Retighten the set screw on the thermostat knob.

4. Turn knob to 180°F setting.

5. Place empty pan with cover into the Marinator and let ready light cycle several
times.

6. Recheck temperature with digital thermometer.

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Operation Procedures

Setup:

1. Plug the power cord into the appropriate power source.

2. Fill the water pan with warm water up to the water level mark on the ends of the
pan.

3. Turn the thermostat dial to the correct setting.

4. Install a 1/3 size stainless steel pan, 6” deep.

5. Cover the pan with lid. Place the power switch in the ON position. The red
indicator light will come on.

6. Allow the Marinator to warm up for 60 minutes before placing food product inside.

Close:

1. Place the power switch in the OFF position.

2. Unplug the Marinator.

CAUTION! Equipment and water contents are hot. Use breakfast cart to
transport the Marinator to the sink area.

NOTE! Use necessary precautions such as gloves to handle the
Marinator when hot or let it cool before handling.

3. Remove the lid and the 1/3 size pan.

4. Empty the water from the water pan.

5. Using a clean damp cloth towel, wipe down the water pan.

6. Using a hot solution of MCD All Purpose Concentrate (APC) from the sink
proportioner and a warm solution of MCD sanitizer, wash and sanitize lid and pan
and set aside to air dry overnight.

7. Store the Marinator in designated area.

CAUTION! Do not immerse Marinator in water. This will damage the
Marinator and void the warranty.

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Parts Description

Item #3

Item #1

Items #4 & 5 Item #2

Item Description H&K Part Number

1 Lighted On/Off Power Switch E-1-19-1
2 Thermostat E-4-3-139
3 Pilot Light E-6-32
4 Fuse Holder E-3-23-2CS
5 Fuse (2 amp Littlefuse #326002) E-3-21-7
6 Strain Relief Bushing E-8-44-1
7 Power Cord & Plug E-10-12-8

Item #7

Item #6

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Wiring Diagram

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO

Marinator does not heat.

Power Switch light on but
pilot light off (no heat)

Power switch and thermostat
pilot light not on (no heat)

Power switch and thermostat
pilot light on (no heat)

Power switch and thermostat
pilot light cycle on and off
together.

Temperature more than 5
degrees above or below
thermostat setting.

Pan floating in water

1. Power switch not ON.

2. Marinator not fully
plugged into receptacle.

1. Thermostat not turned
high enough.

1. Marinator not fully
plugged into receptacle.

2. Marinator fuse blown.

1. Defective heater.

1. No water in Marinator.
High limit switch turning
unit on and off.

1. Thermostat out of
calibration.

2. Water pan has lime
build-up.

1. Too much water in the
Marinator.

1. Turn power on

2. Plug the Marinator cord into
120V 15 amp receptacle.

1. Set thermostat knob to 180
degree setting, T-stat pilot
light should turn on.

1. Plug Marinator cord into
120V 15 amp receptacle.

2. Replace 2 amp fuse.

1. Call H&K Customer Service
at 1-800-788-2445.

1. Carefully add water to fill
line.

1. Recalibrate thermostat per
PM Card 61.

2. Delime per PM Card 61.

1. Carefully scoop water out
with a coffee cup until water
level comes down to water fill
line stamped in each end of
the Marinator.

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Installing the Marinator

1. Remove a 1/3 size condiment pan
from the Prep/Packaging Table, as
shown in the picture.

2. Place the MCR009 Marinator in the
same opening and plug into a
standard 120V outlet.

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Parts Ordering and Service

Returns

Contact: H&K Dallas, Inc.

1343 South Henderson Avenue
Dallas, TX 75223
[phone]

Damages and Shortages

Upon receipt, examine the equipment carefully for any damage. If damage has
occurred, notify the carrier and H&K Dallas, Inc. immediately.

Service and Parts

Contact: H&K Dallas, Inc.

1343 South Henderson Avenue
Dallas, TX 75223
[phone]

Disconnect all power sources before attempting any service or repair work.

Caution! A qualified licensed technician should perform all service and repair.

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Notes

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