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FORM 34665, Rev. A (Mar. 2002) N S T R U C T I O N S I 701 S. RIDGE AVENUE TROY, OHIO 45374-0001 937-332-3000 www.hobartcorp.com HPX SERIES STEAMERS MODELS HPX3 M L-126826 HPX5 M L-126827[...]
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– 2 – © HOBART CORPORATION, 1998 T ABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]
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– 3 – INST ALLA TION, OPERA TION AND CARE OF MODEL HPX SERIES STEAMERS PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL The Hobart steamer cooks vegetables, frankfurters, eggs, chicken, sausage, fish, corned beef and many other meats and food items. These steamers are produced with quality materials and workmanship. The HPX3 Steamer is rated at 9[...]
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– 4 – INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS The steamer must be installed in accordance with: In the United States of America: 1. State and local codes. 2. National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. In Canada: 1. Local codes. 2. C[...]
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– 5 – SERVICE CONNECTIONS Plumbing Connections No plumbing connections are required as the steamer is filled manually. Drain Connections No drain connection is required. Drain the steamer into a suitable container with a 3 gallon minimum capacity. CAUTION: Do not connect steamer drain solidly to any drain piping. The steamer drain must vent to [...]
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– 6 – WATER CONDITION For best results, Hobart recommends that the water supply meet the following specifications: • Hardness of two grains or 35 ppm. • Total dissolved solids (TDS) — 60 ppm. • Ph factor of 7.0 to 7.5. These specifications can easily be obtained with the use of a properly maintained water softener. VENT HOOD Some local [...]
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– 7 – OPERA TION WARNING: THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING, OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. THE COOKING COMPARTMENT CONTAINS LIVE STEAM AND HOT WATER. STAY CLEAR WHILE OPENING THE DOOR. CONTROLS (Fig. 2) Fig. 2 HEATER LIGHT When lit, indicates water is being heated in the cavity. Comes on with heating elements when[...]
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– 8 – Using The Timer When the TIMED mode is selected, the steamer comes up to idle temperature (lower than the cooking temperature). The operator then selects the desired time with the timer control. This quickly brings the steamer up to cooking temperature. At the end of the timed cycle, the steamer returns to the idle temperature. In CONTINU[...]
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– 9 – STEAM COOKING Preparation Vegetables, fruits, meats, seafood and poultry should be prepared normally by cleaning, separating, cutting, removing stems, etc. Root vegetables should be cooked in a perforated pan. Other vegetables may be cooked in a perforated pan unless juices are being saved. Liquids can be collected in a solid 12" x 2[...]
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– 10 – CLEANING CAUTION: Never use high chlorine or bleach solution for cleaning door gasket. Never use steel wool or other metallic pads to clean the steamer. At The End Of Each Day: • Follow shutdown procedures. • Remove stainless steel pan supports and clean in a sink (Fig. 3). • Clean the drain opening and make sure it is clear. • U[...]
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– 11 – MAINTENANCE WARNING: THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING, OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. THE COOKING COMPARTMENT CONTAINS LIVE STEAM AND HOT WATER. STAY CLEAR WHILE OPENING THE DOOR. WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH TO INDICATE YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT.[...]
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– 12 – TR OUBLESHOO TING FORM 34665, Rev. A (Mar. 2002) PRINTED IN U.S.A. SYMPTOM Steamer will not operate. POSSIBLE CAUSE No power to steamer. Steamer not turned on. Drain valve is open. No water in steam compartment. No time set on timer. Door not tightly closed. Problem with door switch. CORRECTIVE ACTION Make sure power is connected to stea[...]