Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product K40EL Vulcan-Hart
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INST ALLA TION & OPERA TION MANUAL FORM 35457 (10-09) ELECTRIC ST A TIONAR Y AND TIL TING KETTLES MODEL MI L K20EL 136073 K40EL 136074 K60EL 136075 K20ETL 136077 K40EL T 136078 K60EL T 136079 For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.
— 2 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES IMPORT ANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREP ARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INST ALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, WH O SHOULD PERFORM TH E INITIAL FIELD ST ART -UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL.
— 3 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES CONTENTS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY ................................................................................................ 2 INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF K20EL/ELT, K40EL/ELT AND K60EL/ELT ELECTRIC KETTLES .
— 4 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Vulcan Steam Jacketed Kettles are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result in many years of satisfactory performance.
— 5 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES INST ALLA TION LOCATION Stationary Kettle Position the kettle in its final location. Check that there are sufficient clearances for operating and servicing the kettle, and proper clearance of the cover when raised.
— 6 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES MINIMUM CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDED FLOOR DRAIN LOCATIONS No side and back clearance required, except for operation and service requirements. Fig 3. Floor Drain Location INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Level the kettle by making necessary adjustments using the flanged feet.
— 7 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Amperage per Line Minimum MODEL kW PHASE Circuit Ampacity 208V 240V 480V 208V 240V 480V K20EL/ELT 12 1 57.7 – – 75 – – 3 33.3 – 14.4 45 – 20 16 1 – 66.7 – – 85 – 3 – 38.
— 8 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES OPER A TION : The kettle and its part s are hot. Use care when operating, clean- ing or servicin g the kettle . VENTING While the kettle is cold, check the vacuum/pressure gauge. The gauge should be in the vacuum zone measuring between 20 to 30 in.
— 9 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES CLEANING : The kettle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the kettle. NOTICE: Never spray the exterior of the kettle or control box with water under any condition. Failure to comply will void the warranty.
— 10 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES PLUG VALVE CLEAINING INSTRUCTIONS Daily Before Operation Install draw off valve plug: 1 . Apply PetroGel lubricant to valve tapered face. 2 . Holding the valve handle, slide the plug down into the valve body. 3 .
— 11 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING Contrary to popular belief, stainless steels ARE susceptible to rusting. Corrosion on metals is everywhere. It is recognized quickly on iron and steel as unsightly yellow/orange rust.
— 12 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES Recommended cleaners for specific situations J O B CLEANING AGENT COMMENTS Routine cleaning Soap, ammonia, Apply with cloth or sponge detergent, Medallion Finger.
— 13 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES MAINTENANCE VENTING The vacuum pressure gauge measuring zone should be between 20 to 30 in.Hg (84 to 100kPa). If the vacuum pressure is not within this range, perform the following: 1 . With the kettle empty, place the power switch to the ON position.
— 14 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Unit not Heating Unit not heating to desired temperature Draw valve is leaking POSSIBLE CAUSES / SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION ON/OFF switch OFF / ON/OFF switch ON. Thermost at not on / T urn thermostat on.
— 15 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES To obtain service and parts information concerning this unit, contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Agency in your area (refer to listing supplied with the steamer), or contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Department at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of this manual.
— 16 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES (10-09) PRINTED IN U.S.A ..
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