Nieco 820E Installation Manual

AUTOMATIC

FOODSERVICE

EQUIPMENT

Automatic Cheese Melter

Model 820E

OWNERS MANUAL

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IMPORTANT: RETAIN THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Broiler area must be kept free of combustible materials, and the flow of combustion and
ventilation air must not be obstructed. Operating personnel must not perform any main­tenance or repair functions. Contact your Nieco Authorized Dealer.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

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INSTALLATION

PRE-INSTALLATION

Uncrate the cheesemelter, and inspect for shipping damage. Contact the factory if there is obvious dam­age. Remove the tape securing the machine parts, and install the parts in their proper location. Refer to
the Parts and Location section of this manual. If you find concealed damage to any part of this unit, con­tact your freight carrier immediately. The factory warranty does not cover freight damage.

MOUNTING

If the cheesemelter was shipped with a tubular stand, refer to separate tubular stand assembly instruc­tions.

Note: The four legs of the cheesemelter stand are equipped with casters. Always set the brakes
on the casters to prevent the cheesemelter from shifting during operation or cleaning.

HOOD REQUIREMENTS

This appliance must be installed under a ventilation hood of adequate size and capacity (approximately
600 CFM). The hood should be at least 6" larger in all dimensions than the appliance top, and be 12" to
18" above the top. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. An adequate air supply
must be available for safe and proper operation.

Note: See the National Fire Prevention Association booklet on ventilation of cooking equipment.
Write to: NFPA, 470 Atlantic Ave., Boston, MA 02210. Local codes on venting must also be com­plied with.

CLEARANCE

For proper installation, the minimum clearance from combustible and non-combustible construction is 6"
from the back and 6" from the front of the machine. Keep appliance area free from combustibles.

To facilitate disassembly and service of the unit a minimum of 24" should be allowed on each end of the
cheesemelter to allow the drip trays and reflectors to be removed.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Power requirements are stated on the unit nameplate and must be connected accordingly. Before start­ing cheesemelter, tighten all electrical connections in control box.

Note: This appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the
absence of local codes, the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1990. In Canada, in
accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code CSA 22.1 part 1, or local codes.

WARNING: This appliance should be connected with a five-wire (3 phase, neutral, ground)
plug for your protection against shock hazard. Be sure to plug directly into a properly
grounded five-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove grounding prong from plug.

Note:

This appliance cannot be safely operated in the event of a power failure. No attempt

should be made to operate during a power failure. Disconnect power supply before servicing.

PRE-OPERATION CHECK

Be sure that all parts are installed in the proper location. Refer to OPERATION section for starting proce­dure. Start cheesemelter and test for proper operation.

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OPERATION

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

AB CDE F G

A. Main Power Switch (red) Pull On, Push Off
B. Power On Indicator Lamp (red)
C. Motor Breaker Switch
D. 5-Amp Fuse
E. Conveyor Belt Speed Control
F. Conveyor Belt Speed Control
G. Motor Breaker Switch

STARTING PROCEDURE

1. Turn on the exhaust fan.

2. Inspect the cheesemelter to ensure that all parts are in place, and that the unit
is properly plugged in.

3. Turn on the main power switch by pulling out on the red knob (A) located on
the control box.

4. Turn on the motor switches (C,G) to start the conveyor belts moving.

5. Allow approximately 30 minutes to warm up.

SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE

1. Allow the conveyor belts to run without any product for about ten minutes. This
will help to burn off residue on the belts. While the belts are running, they can
be brushed with a stiff bristle brush.

2. Turn off the motor power switches and the main power switch.

3. Allow machine to cool before disassembling for cleaning.

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (see pages 5 and 6 for part locations)

Daily

1. Remove and clean all food contact surfaces with soap and water. This
includes:

Adjustable tray Discharge Tray

2. Scrape the drive shafts with the special tool provided or with a flat head screw­driver.

3. Remove and clean the parts that get food dripped on them:

Extension Plate Pans

4. Clean the side panels and shelves with soap and water or a degreaser.

CAUTION: DO NOT SPRAY ANYTHING ON THE CONTROL BOX.

Weekly

1. Remove the upper heat reflector by lifting out the top of the machine. Clean
with soap and water.

2. Remove the interior hanging shields through the access port in the side of the
machine.

3. Wipe off the stand and frame as necessary.