Application 10 allows you to program as many as four menu keys, each of which can control one
heat channel, one cooking time, a mid-point alarm and autolift capability. The application
includes up to four menus that control fryer temperatures and cooking time.
Overview of Key Steps
1. Install the MINICHEF 2000.
2. Wire the controller.
3. Configure the controller.
4. Program the menus.
5. Set the controller security.
6. Set the Real-time Clock.
For instructions on Steps 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
7. Design, manufacture and apply faceplate overlay for end-users. (For a suggested design to
suit this application, see this section. For overlay dimensions and guidelines, see the
Hardware & Software Setup Guide.)
8. Operate the controller. (See this application guide.)
Key Functions in Configuration Mode
Heat
Menu
1
Menu
2
Menu
4
Down
Your Company Logo
Up
Input 1 Fryer Temp→
Input 2 not used →
Event Input 1 not used →
Event Input 2 not used →
Menu Keys Activate and
cancel menus, activate
cook cycle when
preheating, and
acknowledge alarms.
Increment and Basket Up
Lift basket.
Up and Down Indicator
Lights Lit when up or
down outlets are
energized.
Decrement and Basket
Down Lower basket.
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Display five-digit, sevensegment numeric LED
display.
Indicator lights
(1 for each key, 2 for heat
channels).
Edit key (A) Access the
next level of parameters or
values.
Enter key (B) Enter the
value and return to
previous level.
Home key (D) Move to
Operation Mode with a
two-second key press.
Up key (C) Move up the
lists.
Escape key (E) Return to
original value when editing
a parameter value.
Down key (F) Move down
the lists.
Key Functions in Operation Mode
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WARNING: The Basket Up and Basket Down Keys cause or initiate motion. Appropriate reasonable care should be
taken to prevent personal injury or machine damage as a result of operator initiated or unexpected machine motion.
Summary of Input/Output Functions
Note: For details, see wiring instructions in the
2 ■ Watlow MINICHEF 2000Application 10
Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
Configuration Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Configuration Mode for
this application. You must select Application 10 to access them. For directions, see the
Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide includes an explanation
of all parameters and values.
FunctionParameterValueYour settings
[Etype] Equipment-Type [appl`] Application Number 1 - 2810
[a_Loc] Application NumberYes, No
Security Lock
[Sound] Audible Alarm0 - 5
[btine] Basket Travel Time0 - 30 seconds
[preHt] Initial PreheatRange low to range high
[melt] Oil Melt CycleOn, Off
[SEtUP] Setup [`Ç_Ï`] Temperature Display Format
[time] Time Display FormatMMM:SS, HH:MM, H:MM:SS
[Chirp] Key ChirpOn, Off
[loc``] Menu Security LockYes, No
[tc```] Thermocouple TypeJ, K (shown as [````H]), E
[rtd``] RTD CurveDIN, JIS
[tconp] WatCurveTMTemperature
CompensationOn, Off
[Ofst1] Temperature Offset, Channel 1-99 to 99ºF (-55 to 55ºC)
[tr`lo] Temperature Range Low 0º F (-18º C) for RTD inputs,
[tr`Hi] Temperature Range High [tr`lo] to 1200ºF (649ºC)
[ready] Preheat Ready FeatureYes, No
[rband] Ready Band1 to 1200ºF (649ºC)
[Cloc`] Real Time Clock DisplayYes, No
[plOSS] Power Loss Menu ResumeYes, No
[al``1] Alarms for Channel 1None, Dev, Proc, Both
[aL`P1] Absolute Process Alarm 1100 to 1200ºF (649ºC)
[aLdL1] Low Deviation Alarm 1-999 to 0ºF (-555 to 0ºC)
[aLdH1] High Deviation Alarm 10 to 999ºF (0 to 555ºC)
[tHErl] Thermal[tyPE`] Type of Temperature ControlPID, On-Off
[HYSt1] Hysteresis 1*1 to 99ºF (1 to 55ºC)
[PiD`U] PID UnitsSI, US
[tune1] Auto-tuning 1on, OFF
[ProP1] Proportional Band 11 to 999ºF (1 to 555ºC)
[rSEt1] Reset (integral) Gain 1**0.00 to 9.99 repeats/minute
[int1`] Integral Gain 10.00 to 99.99 minutes/repeat
[rAtE1] Rate (derivative) Gain 1**0.00 to 9.99 minutes
[dEr`1] Derivative Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[CYcL1] PID Cycle Time 11 to 60 seconds
º
C or ºF
32ºF (0ºC) for tc inputs to [tr`Hi]
[`diag] WatHelp Used for equipment troubleshooting and testing. Not used when programming. See the Hardware
Diagnostics& Software Setup Guide.
*Note: Available only when controller is on/off.
**Note: Available only when PID units are set to US.
Application 10Watlow MINIC HEF 2000 ■ 3
Program Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Program Mode for this
application. You must select Application 10 to access them. For menu programming directions, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide includes a
detailed explanation of all parameters and values.
FunctionParameterValueYour Settings
[M`__] Menu[Stpt1] Set point 1Format varies based on configuration.
Numbers 1 - 4Temperature of channel 1.
[TiNe1] Time 1Format varies based on configuration.
Menu run time.Setting at 0 invalidates selected menu.
*Note: Applies only when the alarm is not set to [`none].
Auto-tuning note:
Before auto-tuning Application 10, Set Point 1 of Menu 1 must first be set to a value that
is typical of your application. (See the Hardware & Software Setup Guide for information
on programming menus.) Then set [tHErL] / [tunE1] to [```on]. After you accept this
[```on] setting, the display will present [`tunE] when the auto-tuning is taking place.
The controller will cancel the auto-tuning process if it cannot be completed in 80 minutes. You can cancel the auto-tuning process at any time be pressing either key C or Key
D and accepting [``Off] when it appears.
4 ■ Watlow MINICHEF 2000Application 10
Step 7 Design a Faceplate Overlay
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Heat
Menu
1
Menu
2
Menu
4
Down
Your Company Logo
Up
Menu
3
To complete the installation, you must apply a graphic membrane to the front panel of
the controller. The following artwork will help you design and create a membrane for
this application. For more dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & SoftwareSetup Guide.
Suggested End-user Overlay:
This Prototyping and Training Membrane Overlay will help you with the configuration and programming steps. To order it, see the Ordering Information
at the back of this guide.
Application 10Watlow MINIC HEF 2000 ■ 5
Step 8 Operate the Controller
AB
DECF
GH
MINICHEF 2000
[idle`]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
SLOW
FLASH
AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE
(PREHEAT CONDITION MET)
RAPID
FLASH
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[100f`]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GHGH
AA
[pre-`] [`Heat]
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`50`f]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
AB
GH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
Summary of Key Functions in Operation Mode
KeyFunction
AMenu 1
BMenu 2
CBasket up
DMenu 3
EMenu 4
FBasket down
Startup
Apply power to the fryer and add cooking oil if necessary.
Initial Preheat
At power-up, the unit will preheat to the temperature value set in the Configuration
Mode [Etype] / [preHt]. The display will show [prE-`] [`Heat] followed by oil
temperature as the oil heats up.
When the unit reaches initial preheat temperature, [ready] will flash once on the display and an audible tone will sound for 2 seconds. Then [`idle] will appear on the display. If the Real-time Clock option is installed and [SEtUp] / [Cloc`] is set to
[``yes], the time of day will appear on the display.
If the preheat condition is met before power-up, the controller goes directly to idle, and
does not display [rEAdy] or sound an audible tone.
Preheat
If in the Configuration Mode [SEtUP] / [ready] has been set to yes, the controller will
detect temperatures and preheat to operating temperature (above relative set point
minus the ready band) as required.
•Activate the menu by pressing the Start/Stop key.
If the fryer is not at operating temperature, it will preheat. Meanwhile:
The word [Pre-`] [`Heat] will appear on the display for a few moments. The
6 ■ Watlow MINICHEF 2000Application 10
Start/Stop key indicator light will flash slowly. The temperature of Channel 1 will
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`0009]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GH
A
AB
GH
AB
GH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[alert]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
STEADY
ON
SLOW
FLASH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[``EnD]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GH
AAB
GH
RAPID
FLASH
IF PROGRAMMED
SLOW
FLASH
AB
DECF
GH
MINICHEF 2000
[idle`]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
SLOW
FLASH
AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE
(PREHEAT CONDITION MET)
RAPID
FLASH
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[100f`]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GHGH
AA
[pre-`] [`Heat]
be displayed until the operating temperature is reached.
The heat output indicator light - G, just below the display- will light up whenever
the controller is calling for heat.
When the fryer is at operating temperature (above relative set point minus the
ready band) [ready] will appear on the display and the Start/Stop key indicator
light will flash rapidly. You are now ready to cook with the active menu.
If the fryer is at operating temperature, the display goes directly to [ready] without indicating preheat or temperature.
The Melt Cycle
To avoid burning congealed oil (shortening), a slow heating action may be necessary. If
this is desired, be sure that in the Configuration Mode [etype] / [melt] has been set
to [```on]. Then, when the oil temperature is below 212 °F the heat output will be limited to 10% of full power. This reduces the chance of burning congealed oil while it is
heating.
Run a Menu (with preheat feature)
This procedure describes how to run an active menu when the preheat feature is inactive — in other words, when the [ready] parameter in the [setUp] function of the
Configuration Mode is set to [``yes].
1. With [`idle] on the display (or time of day displayed if available), press the key
for the menu you want to run.
If the selected menu’s preheat condition (setpoint minus the ready band) has not
been met, the fryer will preheat until [Ready] appears on the display. If the fryer is
at operating temperature [Ready] will immediately appear on the display.
2. With [Ready] on the display, place the food in the basket and press the action
menu key (indicated by the flashing red light.) The menu key indicator light will
light up, the basket will lower automatically. Time will count down on the display.
Application 10Watlow MINIC HEF 2000 ■ 7
3 If programmed, as the time counts down, a mid-menu alarm message will appear on
the display. (The message, which varies based on programming at [M`__] /
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`0009]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GH
A
AB
GH
AB
GH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[alert]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
STEADY
ON
SLOW
FLASH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[``EnD]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GH
AAB
GH
RAPID FLASH
IF PROGRAMMED
SLOW FLASH
[ALArn] will appear for ten seconds.)
An audible tone will sound for five seconds. Time will continue to count down on the
display.
4. When the cooking cycle is finished the basket will rise automatically. One of the following will happen, depending on the way the controller was programmed at
[EtypE] / {Sound]:
With Sound set to 0: The controller automatically switches to idle, where the controller maintains the temperatures at set point and does not run time. [`idle] or
time of day will appear on the display. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
With Sound set to 1, 2, or 3, [``End] will appear on the display and an audible tone
will be emitted. The menu key indicator light will flash rapidly. You can acknowledge and silence the tone by pressing the active menu key or it will time out in 1 to
20 seconds and go into idle. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
With Sound set to 4 or 5, [``End] will appear on the display and the menu key
indicator light will flash rapidly. You must acknowledge the audible tone by pressing
the active menu key. Once acknowledged, the tone is silenced and the controller
goes into idle. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
5Remove the food from the basket. The controller will continue to regulate to the last
set point. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
6. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 5.
Run a Menu (without preheat feature)
This procedure describes how to run a menu when the preheat function is inactive —
that is, when the [Ready] parameter in the [SetUp] function of the Configuration
Mode is set to [```no] — and initial preheat power-up has been completed.
1. With [`idle] on the display, place the food in the basket.
2. Press the key for the menu you want to run. The menu key will light up, the basket
will lower automatically, and then time will count down on the display.:
3. If programmed, as the time counts down, a mid-menu alarm message [M`__] /
[ALArn] will appear on the display.
The alarm message, which varies based on programming, will appear for ten seconds.
8 ■ Watlow MINICHEF 2000Application 10
An audible tone will sound for five seconds. Time will continue to count down on the
display.
4. When the cooking cycle is finished, the basket will rise automatically. One of the fol-
5Remove the food from the basket. The controller will continue to regulate at the last
6. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 5.
Cancel a Menu
Canceling a menu stops controller operation completely. The controller does not maintain set point temperatures or run time. Users may cancel a menu in order to run
another one, to stop menu operation for any reason, or when preparing to shut off the
fryer.
•Press the active menu key for 2 seconds.
lowing will happen, depending on the way the controller was programmed at
[EtypE] / {Sound]:
With Sound set to 0: The controller automatically switches to idle, where the controller maintains the temperatures at set point and does not run time. [`idle] or
time of day will appear on the display. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
With Sound set to 1, 2, or 3: [``End] will appear on the display and an audible tone
will be emitted. The menu key indicator light will flash rapidly. You can acknowledge and silence the tone by pressing the active menu key or it will time out in 1 to
20 seconds and go into idle. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
With Sound set to 4 or 5: [``End] will appear on the display and the menu key
indicator light will flash rapidly. You must acknowledge the audible tone by pressing
the active menu key. Once acknowledged the tone is silenced and the controller goes
into idle. The menu key indicator light will flash slowly.
set point. The menu indicator light will flash slowly.
Heat outputs will switch off. Heat output indicator lights will switch off. The display
presents [`idle] or the time of day will appear on the display.
Change or Restart Menus
• With the controller in idle , press the key for the menu you want to run.
Manual Basket Lift
You can raise or lower the basket manually at any time by pressing the Down-arrow key
(to lower) or the Up-arrow key (to raise). If you raise the basket while cooking, the timer
will pause. Countdown time will resume when you lower the basket or when you press
the active menu key.
ç
WARNING: The Basket Up and Basket Down Keys cause or initiate motion. Appropriate reasonable care should be
taken to prevent personal injury or machine damage as a result of operator initiated or unexpected machine motion.
Event Outputs
While running a menu:
Event output 1 is activated to lift the basket for the length of time programmed in
Configuration Mode [EtyPE] / [btinE].
Event output 2 is activated to lower the basket for the length of time programmed in
Configuration Mode [EtyPE] / [btinE].
Only one output can be on at a time.
Application 10Watlow MINIC HEF 2000 ■ 9
Temperature Alarms
The controller will alert you to temperature alarm conditions if they occur. If an alarm
occurs, take action as determined by your supervisor. See the Appendix in the Hardware& Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart and a summary of temperature
alarms.
Errors
The controller will alert you to errors if they occur. Errors are critical problems that
shut down the unit. If an error occurs, an error message will appear on the display. You
should switch off the power and call for service.
See the Appendix in the Hardware & Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart
and a summary of errors.
Application 11 is designed for the operation of a deep fat fryer. It includes one heat
channel, one cooking time, a mid-point alarm and autolift capability. The application
includes up to forty menus that control fryer temperatures and cooking time.
Overview of Key Steps
1. Install the MINICHEF 2000.
2. Wire the controller.
3. Configure the controller.
4. Program the menus.
5. Set the controller security.
6. Set the Real-time Clock.
For instructions on Steps 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
7. Design, manufacture and apply faceplate overlay for end-users. (For a suggested
design to suit this application, see this section. For overlay dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.)
8. Operate the controller. (See this application guide.)
Application 11 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 11
Key Functions in Configuration Mode
Heat
1
Idle 1
Temp
2
Idle 2
Time
4
5
Start/
Stop
6
Down
Your Company Logo
3
Up
Input 1 Fryer Temp→
Input 2 not used→
Event Input 1 not used →
Event Input 2 not used →
Display five-digit, sevensegment numeric LED
display.
Indicator lights
(1 for each key, 2 for heat
channels).
Edit key (A) Access the
next level of parameters or
values.
Enter key (B) Enter the
value and return to
previous level.
Home key (D) Move to
Operation Mode with a
two-second key press.
Up key (C) Move up the
lists.
Escape key (E) Return to
original value when editing
a parameter value.
Down key (F) Move down
the lists.
Key Functions in Operation Mode
ç
WARNING: The Basket Up and Basket Down Keys cause or initiate motion. Appropriate reasonable care should be
taken to prevent personal injury or machine damage as a result of operator initiated or unexpected machine motion.
Summary of Input/Output Functions
Note: For details, see wiring instructions in the
12 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 11
Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
Configuration Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Configuration Mode for
this application. You must select Application 11 to access them. For directions, see the
Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide includes an explanation
of all parameters and values.
FunctionParameterValueYour Settings
[Etype] Equipment-Type[appl`] Application Number 1 - 2811
[idle2] Channel 2 Idle TemperatureTemperature range low to
range high
[Melt] Oil Melt TemperatureOn, Off
[SEtUP] Setup [`Ç_Ï`] Temperature Display FormatºC or ºF
[time] Time Display FormatMMM:SS, HH:MM, H:MM:SS
(H=Hours, M=Minutes, S=Seconds)
[Chirp] Key ChirpOn, Off
[loc``] Menu Security LockYes, No
[tc```] Thermocouple TypeJ, K (shown as [````H]), E
[rtd``] RTD CurveDIN, JIS
[tconp] WatCurveTMTemperature On, Off
Compensation
[Ofst1] Temperature Offset, Channel 1 -99 to 99ºF (-55 to 55ºC)
[tr`lo] Temperature Range Low0ºF (-18º C) for RTD inputs,
32ºF (0ºC) for tc inputs to [tr`HI]
[tr`HI] Temperature Range High[tr`lo] to 1200ºF (649ºC)
[ready] Preheat Ready FeatureYes, No
[rband] Ready Band1 to 1200ºF (649ºC)
[Cloc`] Real Time Clock DisplayYes, No
[plOSS] Power Loss Menu ResumeYes, No
[al``1] Alarms for channel 1None, Dev, Proc, Both
[aL`P1] Absolute Process Alarm 1100 to 1200ºF (38º to 649ºC)
[aLdL1] Low Deviation Alarm 1-999 to 0ºF (-555 to 0ºC)
[aLdH1] High Deviation Alarm 10 to 999ºF (0 to 555ºC)
[tHErl] Thermal[tyPE`] Temperature Control TypePID, On-Off
[HYSt1] Hysteresis 11 to 99ºF (1 to 55ºC)
[Pid`U] PID UnitsSI, US
[tune1] Auto-tuning 1on, OFF
[ProP1] Proportional Band 11 to 999ºF (1 to 555ºC)
[rSEt1] Reset (integral) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 repeats/minute
[int`1] Integral Gain 10.00 to 99.99 minutes/repeat
[rAtE1] Rate (derivative) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[dEr`1] Derivative Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[CYcL1] PID Cycle Time 11 to 60 seconds
[`diag] WatHelp Used for equipment troubleshooting and testing. Not used when programming. See the Hardware
Diagnostics& Software Setup Guide..
Application 11 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 13
Program Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Program Mode for this
application. You must select Application 11 to access them. For menu programming
directions, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide
includes a detailed explanation of all parameters and values.
FunctionParameterValue
[M`__] Menu [stpt1] Set point 1 Temperature range low
Numbers 1 - 40 Temperature for set point 1 to range high
[TiNe1] Time 1 Setting Time 1 to 0 invalidates
Run time of set point 1selected menu. Format varies
[AtinE] Mid-menu alarm time0 to Time 1
(not visible when alarm set to None)
Auto-tuning note:
Before auto-tuning Application 11, Setpoint 1 must first be set to a value that is typical
of your application. (See the Hardware & Software Setup Guide for information on programming menus.) Then set [tHErL] / [tunE1] to [```on]. After you accept this
[```on] setting, by pressing “Enter,” the display will present [`tunE] when the autotuning is taking place.
The controller will cancel the auto-tuning process if it cnnot be completed in 80 minutes.
You can cancel the auto-tuning process at any time be pressing either key C or Key D
and accepting [``Off], by pressing “Enter,” when it appears.
based on configuration.
14 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 11
Step 7 Design a Faceplate Overlay
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Heat
1
Idle One
Temp
2
Idle Two
Temp
5
Start/
Stop
6
Down
Your Company Logo
3
Up
4
Menu
Select
To complete the installation, you must apply a graphic membrane to the front panel of
the controller. The following artwork will help you design and create a membrane for
this application. For more dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & SoftwareSetup Guide.
Suggested End-user Overlay:
This Prototyping and Training Membrane Overlay will help you with the configuration and programming steps. To order it, see the Ordering Information at
the back of this guide.
Application 11 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 15
Step 8 Operate the Controller
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[````1]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[````9]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
AB
GH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
Summary of Key Functions in Operation Mode
KeyOperation Function
AIdle Temperature Number One
BIdle Temperature Number Two
CIncrement and Basket Up
DMenu Select
EStart/Stop
FDecrement and Basket Down
Start-up
Apply power to the fryer and add cooking oil if necessary.
Select a Menu
1. Press the Menu Select key.
The controller will display the currently selected menu. If no menus have been pro-
grammed the word [`nonE] will appear on the display.
2. Press the Up-arrow or Down-arrow key until the menu you want appears on the display.
The controller will only display valid menus (those for which Time 1 for the menu is
set to greater than 0).
3. Press the Menu Select key again.
The menu you have chosen becomes the current menu for controller operation.
16 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 11
Initial Preheat
AB
DECF
GH
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
SLOW
FLASH
AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE
(PREHEAT CONDITION MET)
RAPID
FLASH
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[100f`]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GHGH
AA
[pre-`] [`Heat]
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`50`f]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
AB
GH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
At power-up, the unit will preheat to the temperature value set in the Configuration
Mode [Etype] / [preHt]. The display will show [Pre-`] [`HEat] followed by oil temperature as the oil heats.
When the unit reaches initial preheat temperature, [Ready] will flash once on the display and an audible tone will sound for 2 seconds. Then [`idle] will appear on the display. If Real Time Clock option is installed and [setUp] / [Cloc`] is set to [``yes],
the time of day will appear on the display.
Preheat
If in the Configuration Mode [SEtUP] / [ready] has been set to yes, the controller will
detect temperatures and preheat to operating temperature (above relative set point
minus the ready band) as required.
•Activate the menu by pressing the Start/Stop key.
If the fryer is not at operating temperature, it will preheat. Meanwhile:
The word [Pre-`] [`Heat] will appear on the display for a few moments. The
Start/Stop key indicator light will flash slowly. The temperature of Channel 1 will be
displayed until the operating temperature is reached.
The heat output indicator light - G, just below the display- will light up whenever
the controller is calling for heat.
When the fryer is at operating temperature (above relative set point minus the
ready band) [ready] will appear on the display and the Start/Stop key indicator
light will flash rapidly. You are now ready to cook with the active menu.
If the fryer is at operating temperature, the display goes directly to [ready] without indicating preheat or temperature.
The Melt Cycle
To avoid burning, congealed oil requires a slow heating action. If, in the Configuration
Mode, [etype] / [melt] has been set to on, when the oil temperature is below 212ºF
the heat output will be limited to 10% of full power.
Run a Menu (with preheat feature)
This procedure describes how to run an active menu when the preheat feature is inactive — in other words, when the [ready] parameter in the [setUp] function of the
Configuration Mode is set to [``yes].
Application 11 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 17
1. Select the menu you want to run as shown earlier in “Select a Menu”.
B
DE
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
[idle`]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GH
A
SLOW
FLASH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[EnD``]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DE
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
[idle`]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GH
AAB
GH
RAPID
FLASH
SLOW
FLASH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`0009]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GH
A
AB
GH
AB
GH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[alert]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
STEADY
ON
SLOW
FLASH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[``EnD]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GH
AAB
GH
RAPID
FLASH
IF PROGRAMMED
SLOW
FLASH
AB
DECF
GH
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
SLOW
FLASH
AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE
(PREHEAT CONDITION MET)
RAPID
FLASH
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[100f`]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[ready]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
GHGH
AA
[pre-`] [`Heat]
2. With [`idle] or time of day on the display, press the Start/Stop key.
If the preheat condition has not been met, the fryer will preheat until [ready] appears
on the display. If the fryer is at operating temperature [ready] will immediately
appear on the display.
3. With ready on the display, place the food in the basket.
4. Press the Start/Stop key. The basket will lower automatically for the amount of time
set in the Configuration Mode under [Etype] / [Btine].
The Start/Stop key indicator light will light up. Time will count down on the display.
5. If programmed, as the time counts down, a mid-point alarm will appear on the display.
The alarm messages which varies based on programming will appear for ten seconds.
An audible will sound for five seconds. Time will continue to count down on the display
6. When the cooking cycle is finished one of the following will happen, depending on
the way the controller was programmed at [Etype] / [sound]::
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With Sound set to 0: The controller automatically switches to idle. [`idle] or cur-
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
EditAccept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`0009]
EditAccept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
EditAccept
Back-UpExit
GH
A
AB
GH
AB
GH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[alert]
EditAccept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
STEADY
ON
SLOW
FLASH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[``EnD]
EditAccept
Back-UpExit
B
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
EditAccept
Back-UpExit
GH
AAB
GH
RAPID FLASH
IF PROGRAMMED
SLOW FLASH
rent time will appear on the display. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash
slowly. The controller will maintain temperature at the programmed set point.
With Sound set to 1, 2, or 3: [``End] will appear on the display and an audible tone
will be emitted. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash rapidly. You can
acknowledge and silence the tone by pressing the Start/Stop key or it will automatically time out within 2 seconds for setting 1 or 20 seconds for settings 2 or 3 and
then go into idle. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash slowly. The controller
will maintain temperature at the programmed set point.
With sound set to 4 or 5: [``End] will appear on the display and the Start/Stop key
indicator light will flash rapidly. You must acknowledge the audible tone by pressing
the Start/Stop key. Once acknowledged the audible tone is silenced and the controller goes into idle. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash slowly. The controller will maintain temperature at the programmed set point.
7. The basket will raise automatically based on the value programmed in the
Configuration Mode [Etype] / [Btine].
8. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 7.
Run a Menu (with no preheat feature)
This procedure describes how to run an active menu when the preheat feature is inactive - in other words, when the [ready] parameter in the [setUp] function of the
Configuration Mode is set to [```no].
1. Select the menu you want to run as shown earlier in “Select a Menu”.
2. With [`idle] or time of day on the display, place the food in the basket.
3. Press the Start/Stop key. The basket will lower automatically for the amount of time
set in the Configuration Mode under [Etype] / [Btine].
The Start/Stop key indicator light will light up. Time will count down on the display.
4. If programmed, as the time counts down, a mid-point alarm will appear on the display.
The alarm message which varies based on programming will appear for ten seconds.
An audible will sound for five seconds. Time will continue to count down on the dis-
play
5. When the cooking cycle is finished one of the following will happen, depending on
Application 11 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 19
the way the controller was programmed at [EtyPE] / [Sound]:
With Sound set to 0: The controller automatically switches to idle. [`idle] or cur-
rent time will appear on the display. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`0009]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
AB
GH
STEADY
ON
SLOW
FLASH
slowly. The controller will maintain temperature at the programmed set point.
With Sound set to 1, 2, or 3: [``End] will appear on the display and an audible tone
will be emitted. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash rapidly. You can
acknowledge and silence the tone by pressing the Start/Stop key or it will automatically time out within 2 seconds for setting 1 or 20 seconds for settings 2 or 3 and
then go into idle. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash slowly. The controller
will maintain temperature at the programmed set point.
With sound set to 4 or 5: [``End] will appear on the display and the Start/Stop key
indicator light will flash rapidly. You must acknowledge the audible tone by pressing
the Start/Stop key. Once acknowledged the audible tone is silenced and the controller goes into idle. The Start/Stop key indicator light will flash slowly. The controller will maintain temperature at the programmed set point.
6. The basket will raise automatically based on the value programmed in the
Configuration Mode [Etype] / [Btine].
7. To repeat cooking, repeat steps 1 through 6.
Auxiliary Idle Set Points
In some cases you may want to control at some non-cooking temperature such as during
cleaning, preheating or to preserve the life of the oil. The controller is equipped with the
capability of two auxiliary idle set points: Idle 1 and Idle 2.
To program either of the set points:
1. Press and hold down the Idle 1 Temp or Idle 2 Temp key.
2. While holding down the key, use the Up-arrow or Down-arrow key to adjust the set
point temperature.
3. Release all of the keys.
The idle temperature has been set.
4. Program the other Idle temperature if desired by repeating 1 through 3 using the
other Idle Temp key.
To run the fryer at an auxiliary idle set point:
•With the fryer in idle (not running a menu) press either the Idle1Temp or Idle2
Temp key.
The indicator light over the Idle Temp key will flash slowly.
The fryer will run at the idle set point until you run a menu by pressing the
Start/Stop key or you press the other Idle Temp key.
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Manual Basket Lift
At any time you can raise or lower the basket manually by using the Down-arrow key
(to lower) or the Up-arrow key (to raise). If you raise the basket manually while cooking,
the timer will pause. Countdown time will resume when you manually lower the basket
or when you press the active menu key.
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WARNING: The Basket Up and Basket Down Keys cause or initiate motion. Appropriate reasonable care should be
taken to prevent personal injury or machine damage as a result of operator initiated or unexpected machine motion.
Event Outputs
While running a menu:
Event output 1 is activated to lift the basket for the length of time programmed in
Configuration Mode [Etype] / [Btine].
Event output 2 is activated to lower the basket for the length of time programmed in
Configuration Mode [Etype] / [Btine].
Only one output can be on at a time.
Cancel a Menu
Canceling a menu stops controller completely. The controller does not maintain set point
temperatures or run time. You cancel a menu to run another menu, stop menu operation
for any reason, or are preparing to shut off the oven.
•Press the Start/Stop key for 2 seconds. Heat outputs will switch off. The heat output
indicator light will switch off. IdLE or time of day will be on the display.
Restart a Menu
1. If the controller is preheating or running a menu, cancel the menu by pressing and
holding the Start/Stop key for 2 seconds. If the controller is in [`idle], go to 2.
2. Press the Start/Stop key.
Based on its programming, the unit will run the menu in one of the ways described
earlier.
Change Menus
1. With the controller in idle, select the menu you want to run by performing the procedure under “Select a Menu” earlier in this section.
2. Press the Start/Stop key.
Based on its programming, the unit will run the menu in one of the ways described
earlier.
Temperature Alarms
The controller will alert you to temperature alarm conditions if they occur. If an alarm
occurs, take action as determined by your supervisor. See the Appendix in the Hardware& Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart and a summary of temperature
alarms.
Application 11 Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 21
Errors
The controller will alert you to errors if they occur. Errors are critical problems that
shut down the unit. If an error occurs, an error message will appear on the display. You
should switch off the power and call for service.
See the Appendix in the Hardware & Software Setup Guide for a Troubleshooting Chart
and a summary of errors.
Application 12 allows you to program a menu to control one temperature channel and
cooking time for a manual deepfat fryer.
Overview of Key Steps
1. Install the MINICHEF 2000.
2. Wire the controller.
3. Configure the controller.
4. Program the menu.
5. Set the controller security.
6. Set the Real-time Clock.
For instructions on Steps 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.
7. Design, manufacture and apply faceplate overlay for end-users. (For a suggested
design to suit this application, see this section. For overlay dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & Software Setup Guide.)
8. Operate the controller. (See this application guide.)
Application 12Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 23
Key Functions in Configuration Mode
Heat
1
Temp
2
Time
4
5
Start/
Stop
6
Down
Your Company Logo
3
Up
Input 1 Fryer Temperature →
Input 2 not used→
Event Input 1 not used→
Event Input 2 not used→
Rapid flash when editing
parameters during menu
operation.
Heat Indicator Light Lit
when heat output is on.
Increment and Basket Up
Lift basket.
Up and Down Indicator
Lights Lit when up or
down outlets are
energized.
Decrement and Basket
Down Lower basket.
Temp Set Point 1
Temperature.
Temp Indicator Light
Rapid flash when editing
parameters during menu
operation.
Start/Stop Activate or
cancel active menu.
Start/Stop Indicator Light
Full on...Preheating
Flashing...Ready or
Paused
Full on...Cooking
Off...Done
Not Used
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Display five-digit, sevensegment numeric LED
display.
Indicator lights
(1 for each key, 2 for heat
channels).
Edit key (A) Access the
next level of parameters or
values.
Enter key (B) Enter the
value and return to
previous level.
Home key (D) Move to
Operation Mode with a
two-second key press.
Up key (C) Move up the
lists.
Escape key (E) Return to
original value when editing
a parameter value.
Down key (F) Move down
the lists.
Key Functions in Operation Mode
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WARNING: The Basket Up and Basket Down Keys cause or initiate motion. Appropriate reasonable care should be
taken to prevent personal injury or machine damage as a result of operator initiated or unexpected machine motion.
Summary of Input/Output Functions
Note: For details, see wiring instructions in the
24 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 12
Hardware & Software Setup Guide
.
Configuration Mode Quick Reference
These are the functions, parameters and values included in the Configuration Mode for
this application. You must select Application 12 to access them. For directions, see the
Hardware & Software Setup Guide. The Appendix of that guide includes an explanation
of all parameters and values.
[SEtUP] Setup [`Ç_Ï`] Temperature Display FormatºC or ºF
[time] Time Display FormatMMM:SS, HH:MM, H:MM:SS
(H=Hours, M=Minutes, S=Seconds)
[Chirp] Key ChirpOn, Off
[tc```] Thermocouple TypeJ, K (shown as [````H]), E
[rtd``] RTD CurveDIN, JIS
[tconp] WatCurveTMTemperature On, Off
Compensation
[Ofst1] Temperature Offset, Channel 1-99 to 99ºF (-55º to 55ºC)
[tr`lo] Temperature Range Low0ºF (-18ºC) for RTD inputs,
32ºF (0ºC) for tc inputs to [tr`Hi]
[tr`Hi] Temperature Range High[tr`lo] to 1200ºF (649ºC)
[ready] Preheat Ready FeatureYes, No
[rband] Ready Band1 to 1200ºF (649ºC)
[Cloc`] Real Time Clock DisplayYes, No
[plOSS] Power Loss Menu ResumeYes, No
[al``1] Alarms for channel 1None, Dev, Proc, Both
[aL`P1] Absolute Process Alarm 1100 to 1200ºF (38 to 649ºC)
[aLdL1] Low Deviation Alarm 1-999 to 0ºF (-555 to 0ºC)
[aLdH1] High Deviation Alarm 10 to 999ºF (0 to 555ºC)
[tHErl] Thermal[tyPE`] Temperature Control TypePID, On-Off
[HYSt1] Hysteresis 11 to 99ºF (1 to 55ºC)
[Pid`U] PID UnitsSI, US
[tune1] Auto-tuning 1on, OFF
[ProP1] Proportional Band 11 to 999ºF (1 to 555ºC)
[rSEt1] Reset (integral) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 repeats/minute
[int`1] Integral Gain 10.00 to 99.99 minutes/repeat
[rAtE1] Rate (derivative) Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[dEr`1] Derivative Gain 10.00 to 9.99 minutes
[CYcL1] PID Cycle Time 11 to 60 seconds
[`diag] WatHelp Used for equipment troubleshooting and testing. Not used when programming. See the Hardware
Diagnostics& Software Setup Guide.
Application 12Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 25
Auto-tuning Note:
Before auto-tuning Application 12, [teNp1] in the operations menu must first be set to
a value that is typical of your application. (See the Hardware & Software Setup Guide
for information on programming menus.) Then set [tHerl] / [tunE1] to [```on].
After you accept [```on], by pressing “Enter,” the controller will display [`tunE]
while auto-tuning is taking place.
The controller will cancel the auto-tuning process if it cannot be completed in 80 minutes. You can cancel the auto-tuning process at any time by pressing either key C or key
D and accepting [``Off], by pressing “Enter,” when it appears.
26 ■ Watlow MINIC HEF 2000Application 12
Step 7 Design a Faceplate Overlay
AB
DE
GH
Enter
EscapeHome
Edit
C
F
MINICHEF 2000
Heat
1
Temp
2
Time
4
5
Start/
Stop
6
Down
Your Company Logo
3
Up
To complete the installation, you must apply a graphic membrane to the front panel of
the controller. The following artwork will help you design and create a membrane for
this application. For more dimensions and guidelines, see the Hardware & SoftwareSetup Guide.
Suggested End-user Overlay:
This Prototyping and Training Membrane Overlay will help you with the configuration and programming steps. To order it, see the Ordering Information
at the back of this guide.
Application 12Watlow MINICHEF 2000 ■ 27
Step 8 Operate the Controller
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[tENP1]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[650°f]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
AB
GH
DECF
MINICHEF 2000
[`idle]
Edit Accept
Back-UpExit
AB
GH
[500°F]
Summary of Key Functions in Operation Mode
KeyFunction
ATemp
BTime
CIncrement & Basket Up
DNot Used
EStart/Stop
FDecrement & Basket Down
Startup
Apply power to the fryer and add cooking oil if necessary.
Set the Menu
Set the cooking temperature.
1. Press the Temp key [teNp1] and then the cooking temperature value will appear
on the display.
2. Press the Up-arrow or Down-arrow key until the value you want appears on the display.
3. Press the Temp key again.
The cooking temperature has been set.
[`idle] will appear on the display.
Set the cooking time.
1. Press the Time key [tiNE1] and then the cooking time value will appear on the
display.
2. Press the Up-arrow or Down-arrow key until the value you want appears on the display.
3. Press the Time key again.
The cooking time has been set.
[`idle] will appear on the display.
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