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Meiko b-tronic User Manual

Meiko b-tronic
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MEIKO Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG, Englerstr. 3, D-77652 Offenburg, Tel.: +49/781/203-0, Fax: +49/781/203-1121
Operating Instructions
MEIKO – Dishwashing machine
model B-Tronic
TRANSLATION OF THE "ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS"
The original operating instructions can be downloaded from: https://partnernet.meiko.de

Table of Contents

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Meiko b-tronic Specifications

General IconGeneral
Delay StartLikely not applicable for commercial dishwashers
Half Load OptionLikely not applicable for commercial dishwashers
Child LockNot applicable for commercial dishwashers
Wash cycle durationVaries depending on program (e.g., short, standard, intensive)
Rack capacity per hourVaries depending on model and rack type
DimensionsVaries depending on model (undercounter, hood-type, etc.)
CapacityVaries depending on model (number of place settings or rack size)
Water ConsumptionVaries depending on program and model (liters per cycle)
Noise LevelVaries depending on model (typically in dBA)
Number of ProgramsVaries depending on model (e.g., 3, 5, or more)
Dimensions (H x W x D)Varies depending on model. Consult specific model datasheet.
WeightVaries depending on model. Consult specific model datasheet.

Summary

1 Introduction and general information

1.1 Storage

Instructions for storing the operating manual for easy access.

1.2 Name and address of the manufacturer

Contact details for MEIKO and its representatives.

1.3 Description of the type of equipment

Information needed for queries and ordering spare parts.

2 Explanation of the safety symbols used

3 General description and use for the purpose intended

3.1 General description

Describes the pass-through warewasher with its conveyor belt system.

3.2 Use for the purpose intended

Specifies the machine's intended use for washing kitchen utensils.

4 CE-Declaration of Conformity

4.1 CE-Declaration of Conformity

Formal declaration of product conformity with relevant EC directives.

4.2 Declaration of Incorporation

Declaration for partially completed machines, conforming to the Machinery Directive.

6 General safety instructions

6.1 Operator's duty of care

Operator's responsibilities for safe machine operation and maintenance.

6.2 Basic safety measures

General safety precautions and warnings for operating the dishwashing machine.

6.2.1 Working on electrical equipment

Safety precautions and procedures for working on electrical components.

7 Assembly instructions (for a partially completed machine)

Working on the electric fittings

Safety warnings and procedures for electrical connections during assembly.

8 Delivery, shipping, installation and assembly

8.1 Delivery

Checking the delivery for completeness and any shipping damage.

8.2 Transport and installation

Guidelines for safely moving and installing the machine, including pallet truck usage.

8.3 Removing cover panels from under the wash tank

8.4 Installation and assembly

8.5 Floor load from the dish-washing machine

Information on the weight distribution per foot of the machine.

8.6 Instructions for the disposal of the packaging material

Guidance on recycling and disposing of packaging materials.

8.7 Electrical connection

Attention:

Important notes on fuse selection, cable types, and potential equalization.

8.8 Temperature sensors / Temperature limit switches

8.9 Fresh water connection

8.10 Waste water connection

8.11 Hot steam, hot water from the pumps

Maintenance of the condensate reservoir

Steps for cleaning and maintaining the condensate reservoir.

Important !!!

Crucial information regarding pipework and fitting pressure limits.

8.12 Exhaust air connection of the appliance

Important !!!

Critical advice on ensuring frost protection for exhaust air connections.

8.13 Appliance's conveyor belt assembly

8.14 Conveyor tension

8.15 Installation of the drive motor chain

8.16 Hanging the curtains

8.17 Installation and connection of dosing units

9 Machine settings for initial commissioning by the service engineer

9.1 Commissioning

Key steps and safety checks required before initial machine startup.

9.2 Chemical product settings

How to set detergent and rinse agent quantities based on product used.

9.3 Works to be carried out before initial commissioning

water-carrying pipes

Flushing and cleaning water pipes before initial commissioning.

Steam pipes

Flushing and cleaning steam pipes before initial commissioning.

Connection to the electricity supply

Checks and tests for electrical connections before initial commissioning.

Internal regions of the machine

Ensuring the machine interior is free of foreign bodies before commissioning.

9.4 Setting the temperature of the wash tank, clean water rinsing, drying

9.4.1 Operating temperature in the wash tank

How to set the wash tank temperature using the control system or regulator.

9.4.2 Clean rinse water temperature

Adjusting clean rinse water temperature and troubleshooting sensor issues.

9.4.3 Drying temperature

Setting and monitoring the drying air temperature to prevent fan damage.

10 Preparation – Operation - Washing with dish-washer

10.1 Basic safety measures during normal operation

Safety checks and precautions before and during normal machine operation.

10.2 Operation

Step-by-step guide on how to operate the dishwashing machine.

10.3 Washing interruption

How to temporarily pause and restart the washing cycle using the 'Pause' button.

11 Shutting the appliance down

12 Cleaning

12.1 Safety instructions for cleaning

Safety warnings regarding hot heating elements and electrical components during cleaning.

12.2 Cleaning after operation

Recommended checks and cleaning steps to maintain machine condition.

12.3 Cleaning instructions – daily

Detailed daily cleaning procedures, emphasizing not to use high-pressure cleaners.

12.4 Care of stainless steel surfaces

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining stainless steel surfaces on the machine.

12.5 Check list after cleaning

A checklist to ensure all parts are replaced correctly after cleaning.

13 General information on washing dishes in a machine

13.1 Washing and rinsing zones

Distinguishes between the main wash zone and clean water rinse zone.

13.2 Drying

Factors influencing drying success, including rinse agent, heat, and conveyor speed.

13.3 Influence of water quality (water hardness, salt content)

How water quality affects machine operation and washing efficiency.

13.4 Water softening

Process of removing lime components from water to prevent scale deposits.

13.5 Water demineralisation

Process of removing all salts from water to prevent spotting after drying.

13.6 Dosing of the detergent/rinse agent

Determining the correct quantity of detergent and rinse agent for optimal cleaning.

13.7 Detergent spraying system

Alternative to tank dosing, using jets to spray concentrated starch solvent.

13.8 Dosing the rinse agent

Determining the optimal quantity of rinse agent for best drying results.

13.9 Soaking

Procedure for soaking dishes that require extra cleaning before washing.

13.10 Descaling the machine

Methods for removing scale deposits, especially from heating elements.

13.11 Discolouration on stainless steel and cutlery

14 Technical description

14.1 Heating installation, division into pressure and temperature stages

Adaptation of pipework and fittings for different heating systems.

14.2 Solenoid valves

Control of heating medium using solenoid valves at lower pressures.

14.3 Control valves, servo valves

Use of servo valves with control medium for higher pressure heating systems.

14.4 Condensate reservoirs

Requirements for steam heating condensate return systems.

14.5 Steam traps for condensate return via rising pipes

Installation of special steam traps for upward condensate drainage.

14.6 Clean water conservation unit/timed switching

Optimizing clean water and energy use with conservation units and timed switching.

14.7 Exhaust air heat recuperation

How heat recuperation pre-heats water using exhaust air thermal energy.

14.8 Fume and water vapour extraction

Importance of connecting to an exhaust system for managing steam and vapour.

14.9 Drying zone

14.10 Frost protection monitor

14.11 Heat pump

14.12 Separation from the water mains

14.13 Chemical Super Save System

15 Tips for self-help in the case of faults

16 Staff training

17 Disposal of the installation

18 Noise level

19 Non-ionizing radiation

20 Regulations and Standard Values

Water quality limits as determined by the Industrial Dish-washing Association

Specifies limits for total hardness, chloride, heavy metals, and salt content.

Machine temperatures set out in DIN 10510 and DIN 10512

Defines required temperatures for various washing and rinsing stages.

Control media for valves:

Specifies pressure requirements for control valves.

Noise level:

Defines acceptable noise levels in the workplace according to DIN EN ISO 3744.

21 Maintenance

21.1 Basic safety measures during normal operation

Safety precautions to observe before and during maintenance activities.

22 Maintenance recommendation

1. General cleaning

Daily and quarterly cleaning tasks for machine components.

2. Conveyor drives

Checks and maintenance for the conveyor drive motor and chain.

3. Conveyor tension station

Checking conveyor belt tension and alignment.

4. Conveyor

Inspection of conveyor parts for wear, damage, and proper operation.

5. Wash pumps

Maintenance checks for wash pump motors, impellers, and screens.

6. Wash systems

Checks for wash system damage, nozzle cleanliness, and pipe connections.

7. Clean water rinse system

Maintenance of pump and system components in the clean water rinse.

8. Pumped water rinse system

Maintenance checks for the pumped water rinse system's motor and pump.

9. Chemical Super Save System

Checks for the chemical dosing system, including pumps and nozzles.

10. Heat pump (if present)

Maintenance for heat pump components like motors, pumps, and heat exchangers.

11. Drying

Checks for fan, damper register, and drying chamber components.

12. Heat recovery / Waste air guidance

Maintenance for exhaust fan, heat exchanger, and airbox components.

13. Machine housing and built-in components

Inspection of machine housing, doors, and internal components for damage.

14. Equipment area

Checks on operating temperature, water consumption, and system components.

15. Waste water equipment

Checks for outlet screens, drain cocks, and standpipes.

16. Electrical equipment

Maintenance for heating elements, switches, and switch cabinet filters.

17. Detergent dosage

Checking the function of the detergent dosing system.

18. Rinse agent dosage

Checking the function of the rinse agent dosing system.

19. Function test on the complete machine

Testing the interaction of all functions and checking cleaning/drying results.

20. Visual check on the machine environment

Visual checks of water treatment, air gaps, and machine environment.

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