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Applications Manual
and Cooking Guide
®
ClimaPlus Combis
All LCS and LCG Models
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This manual should be retained in a convenient location for future reference. Wiring diagram for this appliance is located inside the unit, behind the control panel. WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. LIMITED WARRANTY FOR HENNY PENNY APPLIANCES Subject to the following conditions, Henny Pen
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Dear Customer, Congratulations on your decision to purchase a new Henny Penny ® ClimaPlus Combi. In our opinion, you now possess the most advanced combi in the industry, featuring IQT–Intelligent Cooking Technology– ® and the unique ClimaPlus Control which provides the ideal cooking climate for every type of food. As you begin to become familiar with its operation and more confident in the results, you will see the incredible potential for quality, variety and productivity this unit has to
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Table of Contents General Information Models and Features ................................................................................................5 Control Panel Functions ..........................................................................................8 Basic Operation and Settings ..................................................................................9 Loading and Unloading..........................................................................................10 ®
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General Information In this section: Models and Features at a glance Control Panel Functions at a glance Basic Operation Loading and Unloading ClimaPlus Control ClimaPlus Combis from Henny Penny have the potential to make your entire approach to foodservice production simpler, more consistent and more productive. Simpler because, ultimately, you will use fewer appliances as you become more adept at utilizing the ClimaPlus for different applications. More consistent because the ClimaPlus Combi
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GENERAL INFORMATION Models and Features at a glance Models and sizes available Model numbers are designated according to pan capacity. Units are available in either electric (LCS) or gas (LCG.) 1 LCS-6 6 steam table pans or 12 x 20 x 2 ⁄2 (325 x 530 x 65) LCG-6 6 half sheet pans 13 x 18 (330 x 457) 1 10 steam table pans or 12 x 20 x 2 ⁄2 (325 x 530 x 65) LCS-10 Base-top LCG-10 10 half sheet pans 13 x 18 (330 x 457) models 10 full sheet pans 18 x 26 (457 x 660) with rack adapter or LCS-1020 1 LCG
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GENERAL INFORMATION Control Models and Features continued ClimaPlus Control regulates precise humidity for unlimited combinations of moist and dry heat. Fully digital operation Alphanumeric LED readouts featuring optional Asian character display Auto-reverse fan Cooking control functions: • Steam Injection • Half Speed Fan (Available on all LCS electric models and the LCG-40) • Pulse Fan • Half Energy (Available on all LCS electric models) IQT Sensor food probe with five point temp
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GENERAL INFORMATION Models and How it works Features continued 5 8 3 1 4 2 7 6 9 1. Steam is created and dispersed to maintain desired level. rapidly from the self-cleaning 6. IQT Sensor and IQT Logic enable steam generator. cooking applications that self- 2. Dry heat up to 575°F (300°C) adjust to conditions of the food is produced by tubular electrical and the environment in the cabinet. elements or gas burners. 7. Auto-reverse fan and air circulation 3. Select either Moist Heat or system ke
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GENERAL INFORMATION Control Panel Functionsat a glance LCS COMBI ClimaPlus COOK SYSTEM 0I ON/OFF switch ClimaPlus function key with control arrows (green) ClimaPlus display window MOIST HEAT MODE key DRY HEAT MODE key • Press MOIST HEAT MODE key and DRY HEAT MODE key for COMBINATION MODE CABINET TEMPERATURE indicator key CABINET TEMPERATURE display TIMER activation key • Press and hold for continuous run COOKING TIME display IQT SENSOR key IQT SENSOR display IQT key IQT display • Program Lib
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GENERAL INFORMATION Basic Operation and Settings Turning unit on Press the ON/OFF button. 0I “ON” appears in the display for 2 seconds followed by the current time. Select Cooking Mode Press Moist Heat key for steaming (See Moist Heat Mode, page 17.) OR press Dry Heat key for baking or roasting without added humidity (See Dry Heat Mode, page 23.) OR press Moist and Dry Heat keys at the same time for Combination Mode (See Combination Mode, page 25.) Choosing Time and Temperature Coo
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GENERAL INFORMATION Loading and Unloading Your Henny Penny ClimaPlus Combi includes either a removable hinged racking system (standard with 6 and 10-pan units) or a mobile oven rack that is integral to the equipment’s operation. All pans and grids are loaded directly onto the hinged racking system, or onto the mobile oven rack which is then rolled into the cooking cabinet. Removable Hinged Racking–Standard LCS/G- 6 & 10 To remove, simply lift rack upward and out of mountings. Reverse the action
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GENERAL INFORMATION NOTE: LCS & LCG models 20 & 40 have a built-in safety latch that lets steam Loading and and heat out before door fully opens. Safety latch is optional on models 6, 10 and Unloading 1020. If your ClimaPlus Combi is NOT equipped with this feature, open door continued slightly until fan stops and steam dissipates. Open door fully with care to unload. X Opening Door During Operation Open door slightly to allow hot steam and/or vapors to escape. KEEP FACE AND HANDS AWAY FROM OPENI
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GENERAL INFORMATION Loading and Partial Loads Unloading Individual pans or racks of product can be easily loaded or unloaded while the unit continued is in operation. Open door slightly until fan stops and heat dissipates. Open door fully with care. Using oven mitts or pads, load or unload individual containers. Shut door. Cooking process continues automatically. Tips Preheat cooking cabinet prior to loading for full loads. Since no flavor transfer occurs during cooking, try to plan fu
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GENERAL INFORMATION ® ClimaPlus Control Precise automatic humidity control Use ClimaPlus Control to set, measure and maintain desired humidity in the cooking environment. ClimaPlus is a patented technology that precisely and automatically measures and controls the amount of humidity in the cooking climate. This gives operators the flexibility and control to produce crisp crusts for roast chicken... tender consistency for roasts, ribs, and meat loaf... delicate evenness for light breads, cakes an
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GENERAL INFORMATION ClimaPlus Control Capabilities continued ClimaPlus works by constantly monitoring and controlling the level of humidity in the cooking environment. Most foods release moisture into the air as they cook, naturally building excess humidity in the cabinet. When humidity rises above the set level, ClimaPlus removes excess moisture. When humidity drops below the set level, ClimaPlus signals the steam generator to add moisture into the cabinet . The ClimaPlus window and controls
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Operating the ® ClimaPlus Combi In this section: Cooking Modes Cooking Functions Cleaning Installation The following section presents in some detail a complete overview of the operation of your Henny Penny ClimaPlus Combi. You'll find the advantages, tips and step-by-step operating instructions for each feature of the LCS and LCG models, from cooking modes to IQT applications and additional keypad functions. The programming section included in Cooking Functions will help you customize the d
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Cooking Modes ClimaPlus Combis have two basic cooking modes: Moist Heat and Dry Heat. These two cooking modes can be used individually, in sequence, or together in a third Combination mode. Almost all traditional cooking processes can be accomplished in these modes. Moist Heat Mode The steam generator produces hygienic steam and releases it (without pressure) into the cooking cabinet where it is circulated at high speeds by the fan. The cooking temperature in this mode can be regulated from
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COOKING MODES Moist Heat Mode 212°F (100°C) Pressureless steam generation and auto-reverse fan quickly produce a cooking environment of 100% humidity. Perfect for steaming a wide variety of foods with no flavor transfer. Also used for stewing, blanching, poaching, simmering, soaking, thawing, rethermalizing, preserving. Advantages Extremely short preheating time. Excellent food consistency. Conserves nutrients, color. No added fats or oils. Cook different products at the same time wi
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COOKING MODES Moist Heat Operation and Settings continued Turn unit on. Select MOIST HEAT mode and set TIMER on Continuous Run. Only blue bars appear in ClimaPlus window indicating 100% moist heat. Preheat until temperature reaches 212°F (100°C), or to desired temperature. CONT-RUN Load oven. Select TIMER key. Set desired cooking time using Central Dial OR select IQT Sensor and set desired Sensor core temperature OR select Continuous Run. ClimaPlus control is preset at 100% humidit
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COOKING MODES Tender Steaming 85-210°F (30-99°C) A gentle cooking application in Moist Heat mode that uses steam with less air turbulence at temperatures below the boiling point. Use Tender Steaming for scalding, poaching, thawing, proofing, simmering, blanching, rethermalizing, soaking, vacuum cooking, and preserving. Advantages Fast preheating. The ability to select and maintain precise low cooking temperatures. Gentle steaming for a variety of delicate items. Excellent consistency an
