Antunes, AJ VS-200aSb manual

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    V ARIETY STEAMER Models VS-200ASB & ADB Owner ’ s Man ual P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 M A N U F A C T U R I N G N U M B E R S : 9100210 9100212 9100218 9100220 9100222 9100224 9100230 A S D L I S T E CM O I N N I T A T C T I S L US E D[...]

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    2 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 General The V ariety Steamer produces steam using plain tap water for quick heating and reconstituting of food items. Simple push button action delivers an impulse of steam. Because the amount of steam is consistent, it removes the guesswork and produces a uniform fin- ished product from one operator to [...]

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    3 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 Model Designation SB = Single Basket 20 oz. DB = Dual Basket 10 oz. each VS-200AXX Service/T echnical Assistance If you experience any problems with the installation or operation of your unit, contact your local Roundup Authorized Service Agency . They can be found in the service agency directory package[...]

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    4 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 Throughout this manual, you will find the following safety words and symbols that signify important safety issues with regards to operating or maintaining the V ariety Steamer . W ARNING GENERAL W ARNING. Indicates informa- tion important to the proper operation of the equipment. Failure to observe may r[...]

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    5 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 • W ARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. F AILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESUL T IN SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEA TH. - E lectrical ground is required on this appli- ance. - Do not modify the power supply cord plug. If it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electricia[...]

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    6 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 SPECIFICA TIONS Electrical Ratings at Listed Supply V oltages Capacities VS-200ADB • 10 oz. of frozen or thawed product in each of two baskets. Note: Pastas must be precooked. VS-200ASB • 20 oz. of frozen or thawed product in one basket. Note: Pastas must be precooked. Shipping Weight • 42 lbs. (19[...]

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    7 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 Unpacking 1. Remove unit and all packing materials from ship- ping carton. 2. The unit should ship with: • V ariety Steamer • Owner ’s Manual • Authorized Service Agency Directory • Petro Gel Lubricant • W ater Inlet Hose Assembly • Black Drain Tubing NOTE: If any parts are missing or damag[...]

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    8 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 W ARNING BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL GUIDELINES, PRO - CEDURES, AND PRECAUTIONS LISTED IN THE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. Figure 2. Connecting W ater Supply PLUMBING NOTE: V ariety Steamer models are designed to use cold tap water . This unit requires a direct water hookup. A Water I[...]

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    9 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 STEAMING GUIDE The V ariety Steamer makes it possible to expand a menu with just one piece of equipment. The V ariety Steamer produces a super-heated dry steam. This steam penetrates the product until the product’ s temperature matches the steam temperature. The guide below is an approximation of the n[...]

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    10 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 OPERA TION Operator Controls ROCKER SWITCH (POWER ON/OFF) When the Rocker Switch is in the ON position, the control board is activated and the green light on the front panel lights up. A thermostat senses generator temperature. If the generator temperature is below 350° F (176° C), power is applied to[...]

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    1 1 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 Operating Instructions 1 . T urn the R ock er Sw itc h (P owe r On/ Of f) to ON . 2. Allow the unit to preheat for approximately 20-30 minutes. NOTE: The green ready light will be on when the unit is warming up. NOTE: Do not push the operate button during warm-up. 3. Rotate the Control Knob to position[...]

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    12 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 DAIL Y CLEANING 1. T urn the Rocker Switch (Power On/Off) to OFF . Unplug the power cord and allow the unit to cool down before proceeding. 2. Check the rear water quick disconnect fitting and all hose clamp connections for leakage. If leak - age is apparent, tighten all clamps or replace part(s) if nec[...]

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    13 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 MONTHL Y CLEANING Y our steamer utilizes an open steam generator . W ater sprayed onto the generator surface flashes into steam immediately , but the minerals in the water do not steam; they stay on the generator surface. A small amount of calcium/mineral deposits are needed for proper operation , but a[...]

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    14 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 MAINTENANCE (continued) CHECKING AND CLEANING THE W A TER STRAINER The W ater Strainer protects your equipment from any foreign debris in the water line that could get into the food, damage the unit’s solenoid (causing the unit to leak or flood) and protect from interference with the equipment’s pro[...]

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    15 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 MAINTENANCE (continued) Figure 5. V ariety Steamer Components T op Cover Assy . (1) Black Manifold Plate (2) Drip T ray (4) Diffuser (38) Spray T ube (37) O-ring (3) Steam Generator Black Manifold Orifices Control Panel (32) Hi-Limit Thermostat (35) Control Panel Screws (59) NOTE: Numbers in parenthesis[...]

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    16 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 TROUBLESHOOTING W ARNING T o avoid possible personal injury and/or damage to the unit, inspection, test and repair of electrical equipment should be performed by qualified service personnel. The unit should be unplugged when servicing, except when electrical tests are required. Use extreme care during e[...]

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    17 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Unit heats but there is little or no steam produced and/or The product requires more steaming than usual. (Continued) Insufficient or excessive calcium/mineral buildup on generator surface. V erify that a thin layer of calcium/mineral [...]

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    18 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 WIRING DIAGRAM Pictorial Wiring Diagram[...]

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    19 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 REPLACEMENT P ARTS 25 26 24 57 23 27 28 29 30 31 33 58 22 32 56 20 55 53 54 19 21 16 1 1 C 10 51 8 15 7 13 14 12 60 59 64 36 1 2 3 4 5 38 37 6 58 49 34 8 73 71 72 68 69 70 57 35 18 67 17 9 65 66 63 63 39 40 40 42 43 44 74[...]

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    20 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 1 0021042 T op Housing Assy . 1 2 0100180 Generator Manifold 1 3 0200121 O-Ring 1 4 0010336 Drip T ray Assy . 1 5 0100179 Generator , 3800W (240V) 1 0100259 Generator , 3000W (240V) (Mfg. No. 9100218 only) 6 2020104 Drain T ube 1 7 040K103 Insulation Kit 1 8 0501 139 Retainer , Generator 2 9 001K125 Loc[...]

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    21 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 W ater Pressure Regulator Kit - Part No. 7000314 1 0503849 Bracket 1 2 2040130 Male Adapter , Barbed 1/4” 2 3 See page 14 for Strainer Parts identification 4 21701 13 Regulator , Pressure 1 5 21701 14 Gauge, W ater Pressure 1 6 2190129 Nipple, 1/4” NPT x 1/4” NPT 1 7 21 10104 Clamp, worm drive (no[...]

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    22 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 NOTES[...]

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    23 V ARIETY STEAMER P/N 1010649 Rev . E 03/07 NOTES[...]

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    LIMITED W ARRANTY Equipment manufactured by Roundup Food Equipment Division of A.J. Antunes & Co. has been con- structed of the finest materials available and manufactured to high quality standards. These units are warranted to be free from mechanical and electrical defects for a period of one year from date of pur- chase or 18 months from ship[...]