Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product VSX5G Vulcan-Hart
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VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791 INST ALLA TION & OPERA TION MANUAL For additional information on Vulcan-Hart Company or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.
– 2 – IMPOR T ANT FOR Y OUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD STARTUP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED.
– 3 – T ABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................. 4 INSTALLATION .........................................................
– 4 – Installation, Operation and Care of MODELS VSX5G, VSX5GC, VSX7GC & VSX10GC GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL The VSX5G, VSX5GC, VSX7GC and VSX10GC gas-fired convection steamers have one or two pressureless steaming compartments for cooking vegetables, eggs and other foods.
– 5 – INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS In the United States, the steamer must be installed in accordance with: 1 . State and local codes. 2. National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI-Z223.1 (latest edition), available from the American Gas Association, 1515 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22209.
– 6 – LEVELING Using a spirit level or pan of water in the bottom of the steamer, adjust the leveling feet to level the steamer front to back and side to side. For floor models (VSX5GC, VSX7GC or VSX10GC), mark hole locations on the floor through the anchoring holes provided in the rear flanged adjustable feet.
– 7 – Drain Connection(s) The steamer drain(s) 1" IPS (33.4 mm) (1 1 / 4 " NPS) should be piped to an open floor drain near the steamer. To avoid back pressure in the drain, there should not be a solid drain connection. An open gap between the steamer and the floor drain is required.
– 8 – ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING : THE STEAMER IS PROVIDED WITH A THREE-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG. THE OUTLET TO WHICH THIS PLUG IS CONNECTED MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF THE RECEPTACLE IS NOT THE PROPER GROUNDING TYPE, CONTACT AN ELECTRICIAN. DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE PLUG.
– 9 – TEST PROCEDURE WARNING : THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. COMPARTMENTS CONTAIN LIVE STEAM. STAY CLEAR WHEN OPENING DOOR(S). Once the steamer is installed and all mechanical connections have been made, thoroughly test the steamer before operation.
– 10 – OPERA TION WARNING : THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. COMPARTMENTS CONTAIN LIVE STEAM.
– 11 – STARTUP PROCEDURE Open gas supply and make sure that the steamer door(s) are closed. Turn Power Switch to the ON position. After unit fills with water, the Ignition Light will come on.
– 12 – STEAM COOKING The steamer efficiently cooks vegetables or other foods for immediate serving. Steam cooking should be carefully time controlled. Keep holding time of hot food to a minimum to produce the most appetizing results. Prepare small batches, cook only enough to start serving and then cook additional amounts to meet demand.
– 13 – CLEANING WARNING : DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE MACHINE AND FOLLOW LOCKOUT / TAGOUT PROCEDURES. At the end of each day, or between cooking cycles if necessary: • Turn main power switch OFF. • Remove pans and racks from compartment and wash in sink.
– 14 – Weekly (More Often if Needed) Clean exterior with a damp cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth. Use a nonabrasive cleaner to remove discolorations. Corrosive cleaning agents such as chlorides, acids, salts or vinegar may cause pitting and corrosion, which will reduce the life of the appliance.
– 15 – MAINTENANCE WARNING : THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. WARNING : DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE MACHINE AND FOLLOW LOCKOUT / TAGOUT PROCEDURES. DELIMING Refer to the water filter manual shipped in the box with your steamer.
– 16 – FORM 31051 Rev. B (Jan. 2003) PRINTED IN U.S.A. TR OUBLESHOO TING WARNING : THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. Symptom Possible Cause Burner does not come on. Gas supply is off, power cord is unplugged or switch is off.
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