User Guide EC402S ION T A M FOR N I T TAN USE R E NS O R O P I O T F IM C U BE READ ESE INSTR E TH V A S E PLEAS MENUKEY2 Users are cautioned that maintenance and repairs should be performed by a Merrychef authorized service agent using genuine Merrychef replacement parts.
Safety instructions ............................................. 3 Installation instructions ...................................... 4 Introduction ........................................................ 8 Main features ................................................ 9-10 Using the oven for the first time .................. 11-12 Running a Program ......................................... 13 Operating instructions: Manual mode .............. 14 Operating instructions: Program mode .....
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. DO NOT operate empty, without food or liquid inside the oven, as this will result in overheating and may cause damage. NEVER remove the exterior casework of the oven. NEVER remove any fixed internal parts of the oven. NEVER tamper with the control panel, door, seals, or any other part oven. DO NOT obstruct air vents/filters or steam outlet.
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY WARNING This appliance must be earthed. Failure to do so may result in electric shock and death. EC 402S (30A) WARNING The Oven must be connected to a separate electrical supply installed by a qualified and approved electrician. A suitably rated isolating switch with a 3mm contact gap on both poles should be fitted for each oven installed.
INSTALLATION Remove packing material and protective film from the oven. Included inside your oven: Rack Upper and lower impinger plates Check for obvious signs of transit damage. If necessary, inform the freight company IMMEDIATELY. LOCATION AND POSITIONING Choose a site away from major heat sources. DO NOT position so that hot air is drawn in from fryers, grills, griddles, etc. A heat barrier to the height of the oven must be installed if sited next to a burner, stove or range.
SUITABLE COOKING UTENSILS Manufacturer’s instructions should be checked to determine the suitability of individual containers or utensils using each of the cooking functions. Do NOT place metal trays or containers on the BOTTOM of the oven as arcing may occur. co m bi n co atio n nv ec tio n on ly The following chart provides general guidelines: Heat resistant containers Toughened glass Vitreous ceramics Earthenware (porcelain, crockery, china etc.) Do not use items with metallic decoration.
INTRODUCTION This oven offers operators the flexibility of combination cooking with additional control over fan speed and microwave power. Combination cooking enables high quality results to be achieved in a fraction of the time taken by conventional cooking, particularly when baking, browning, roasting, grilling or producing gratinee dishes.
MAIN FEATURES 7 6 12 11 8 1 2 13 Rear view 3 4 5 9 10 1 AIR OUTLETS 2 3 4 5 4 6 CONTROL PANEL These vents on the rear panels enable air which has been used to cool internal components to escape. It will not allow microwave energy to escape into the environment. They must be kept free from obstruction. OVEN CAVITY The cavity is constructed from stainless steel and vitreous enamelled panels. It must be kept clean (see CLEANING).
CONTROL PANEL FAN SPEED PADS PREHEAT PAD PROGRAM PAD TIME/PROGRAM PADS DISPLAY PANEL POWER PADS POWER PADS The microwave power can be increased or decreased in 10% steps. ( 0% to 100% ) The default setting is 50% microwave power. FAN SPEED PADS The Fan speed can be increased and decreased in 5% steps ( 10% to 100% ) TIME/ PROGRAM PADS These pads are used for setting the cooking time in 1 second steps to a maximum of 10 minutes.
USING THE OVEN FOR THE FIRST TIME 1 The oven has a constant operating temperature for cooking. When the PREHEAT pad is pressed the oven heats up to this temperature before cooking can commence, this temperature is set initially at 250°C. To change the PREHEAT temperature within the range 100°C to 275°C 1 Switch oven OFF merrychef 2 Switch the oven ON and immediately press the Edit Preheat function key.
USING THE OVEN FOR THE FIRST TIME 2 The oven profile sets the following factors: operating temperature ( Centigrade or Fahrenheit ), Oven Mode, Program protection, Bleep sound & Cool down warning language. To change the oven profile: 1 Switch oven OFF 2 Switch the oven ON and immediately press the Profile function pad to edit the oven operating profile.
RUNNING A PROGRAM Using number pad keys to run a program Programs 0 to 499 can be recalled using the number pad keys. The following procedure should be used to activate these programs. OVEN COLD Press Preheat 1 Switch the oven ON 2 Press PREHEAT Pad to heat the oven up to its pre- READY TO COOK AT 250°C set temperature this will take approximately 20 minutes.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: MANUAL MODE The oven can be operated in manual or programmed mode. It is important to understand manual mode prior to attempting the development of a pre-program operation. See item 3 in USING THE OVEN FOR THE FIRST TIME 2 to enable this feature. WARNING: DO NOT APPLY MICROWAVE ENERGY WHEN OVEN IS EMPTY DO NOT USE THE OVEN WITHOUT CLEAN AIR FILTERS IN POSITION To familiarize yourself with the controls place a heatproof bowl containing approximately 1.5 litres of water in the oven.
PROGRAMMING NUMBER PADS 1 Pre-programming allows repetitive cooking procedures to be stored for ease of use. Each program can comprise up to eight stages, allowing at each, independent control of Stage time, Microwave power level and Fan speed. However, programs must be used with caution, since if the food to cook varies in weight or density, adequately cooked food may not be achieved.
PROGRAMMING NUMBER PADS 2 Press Next to move to the next stage. STAGE 4 Time Power Fan 02.35 3 70% 35% STAGE back Next Time Power Fan STAGE 02.35 270% 35% TIME back FAN POWER Next 02.35 35% 70% 5 Repeat step 4 for Program Stage 2, stage 3 and stage 4 as required up to 8 stages. To skip a stage press Next. Entering a zero time in a stage will terminate further stages. Back 6 On completing the last stage, to review the program stages press the Back function button. Next STAGE 8 TIME FAN POWER 02.
PROGRAMMING NUMBER PADS 3 TO EDIT THE PROGRAM NAME Use the POWER DOWN ARROW to move one space forward in the program name. PROGRAM 32 23456789_ A BCDEFGHIJ IZZA 10” - - - - - - - - - - Accept Save Use the UP ARROWS to select a new character from the list . To delete a character select space from the list using the UP ARROWS.
MenuKey : CHANGING OVEN MENU PROGRAMS The MenuKey System automatically changes all the cooking programs on the oven from a pre-programmed electronic key. Do not remove the key during download sequence as this could corrupt the data on the key To change the menus on the oven: 1 Ensure the power switch is OFF. 2 Lift the MenuKey cover in the top front panel of the oven and put the key in the slot. MENUKEY2 3 With the key still in place switch the power switch ON.
CLEANING: 1 For the oven to operate at peak efficiency, the cavity, door and air filters and grease filter must be kept clean. A daily cleaning routine will ensure that you comply with the required hygiene standards and will help to maintain and prolong the efficiency of your oven. Follow the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS at the beginning of this manual.
CLEANING: 2 • ALWAYS switch off at the electrical supply and allow oven to cool before cleaning • CAUTION: Allow the oven and accessories to cool before commencing cleaning WARNING: DO NOT use caustic cleaners on any part of the oven or oven cavity as it will cause permanent damage to the Catalytic Convertors Equipment: Merrychef oven cleaner, Merrychef Oven Protector, heat proof gloves, protective rubber gloves, non– abrasive nylon scrub pad, cleaning towel and cloths, eye protection and dust mask (optiona
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Merrychef EC402S External Dimensions Height ( mm ) Width ( mm ) 595 585 Depth ( mm ) 700 Convection Microwave Wt. Power output Power output ( kg) ( watts ) ( watts ) 85 1500 3250 Power supply ( See Product Rating Label ) Model No.
MERRYCHEF SERVICE DEPARTMENT To register for service visits, please complete and return the SERVICE REGISTRATION CARD enclosed with this guide. Unless this card is received, the terms of the guarantee will commence from the date of despatch from the manufacturer and NOT from the date of purchase. If, after referring to the PROBLEM SOLVING section, you need a service engineer, telephone the Merrychef Service Control Centre. MERRYCHEF SERVICE DEPARTMENT Tel. +44(0)1252 378007 Monday-Friday 8.45am-5.
