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    Installation & Operation Manual L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please complete this information and retain this manual for the life of the equipment: Model #: ___________________________ Serial #: ___________________________ Date Purchased: ____________________ ENGLISH PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker RS14D: Floor Mode[...]

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    TO THE PURCHASER, OWNER AND STORE MANAGER Please review these warnings prior to posting th em in a prominent location for reference. ii L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) TO THE PURCHASER Post in a prominent location the ins tructions to be follow ed in the event that an operator smells g as. Obtain this information from your local gas supplier. WARNING DO NOT[...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker TABLE OF CONTENTS iii 1. INSTALLATION...................................................................................... 1 1.1. CHECKING YOUR NE W APPLIA NCE .......................................................................................... 1 1.2. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES ..............................[...]

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS iv L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) 2.4.3. TIMER OPERATION .......................................................................................................... ... 17 2.4.4. BASKET LIFT OPERATION.................................................................................................. 17 2.4.5. ADDITIONAL CONT ROLLER FUNC TION[...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker INSTALLATION 1 Accessories # Description PG14D RS14D 1 Basket Hanger Standard Standard 2 Tube Rack Standard N/A 3 Drain Cleanout Rod Standard 4 Small Bulk Pasta Basket Optional Optional 5 Large Bulk Pasta Basket Optional Optional 6 Small Round Pasta Basket Optional Optional 7 Large Round Pasta Basket Optional Op[...]

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    INSTALLATION 2 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) 1.2. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES The clearances shown below are for co mbustible and non-combustible i nstallations and will allow for safe and proper operation of your applia nce. In addition to the above clearances there must also be at least 16 inches (40.64 cm) of aisle space in front of the unit. Combustible C[...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker INSTALLATION 3 1.3. LEG/CASTER INSTALLATION AND LEVELING When you receive your appliance it is completely assembled with the possible exception of the legs (or casters). This applian ce must be installed with legs or casters; it cannot be curb mounted. Cu rb mounting will seriously inhibit this applia nce’s ab[...]

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    INSTALLATION 4 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) 1.4. PLUMBING CONNECTIONS The plumbing installation should be d one by a licensed plumber and must comply with lo cal and national codes. 1.4.1. WATER INLET CO NNECTIONS If a faucet or water fill option is equipped on yo ur appliance connections to a potable water supply will be required. If a single water conn[...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker INSTALLATION 5 1.5. GAS CONNECTION Your appliance will give you peak performance wh en the gas supply line is of sufficient size to provide the correct gas flow. The gas line must be installe d to meet the local building codes or National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1 and NFPA 54 (latest editions). In Ca nada, instal[...]

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    INSTALLATION 6 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) 1.6. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS It is advised that this power supply be plugged into a wall receptacle that is controlled by the ventilation control. This will prevent the appliance from being operated with out the ventilator on. If your appliance require s an electrical connecti on, the power requirements a re lis[...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker INSTALLATION 7 1.7. VENTILATION AND FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS Your new appliance must have proper ventilation to functi on safely and properly. Exhaust gas temperatures can reach as high as 1100 °F (593 °C). Therefore, it is very important to install a fire safety system. Y our ventilation sy stem should be design e[...]

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    INSTALLATION 8 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) 1) Probe 2) High Temperature Limit 1.8. INSPECTION Before you begin filling and adjusting the applian ce, perform the following visual checks: 9 After the appliance is in its permanent location , check the levelness. Any additional leveling that is necessary can be perform ed as previously described. 9 Ensure t[...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker INSTALLATION 9 DRAIN VALVE CLOSED O N O T L O F F I P ON O T L OFF I P 1.9. INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS After your appliance has been prope rly installed as described in the installation section of this manual, it will need to be adjusted to ensure that it will perform as designed. A qualified person mu st perform these[...]

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    INSTALLATION 10 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) ON OFF T P O L I A) Pilot Adjustment (under cap scre w) B) Gas Pressure Adjustment (under cap screw) 1.9.3. PILOT FLAME ADJUSTMENT Perform this procedure with the pilot lit. This procedure requi res a DC voltmeter set to a scale of 0-1000 mV. Using test leads with sharp probes will h elp in taking the required[...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker INSTALLATION 11 1) Burner 2) Burner Orifice 3) Air Collar 4) Set Screw 5) Burner Fitting 6) Gas Pressure Te st Plug 1.9.4. MAIN BURNER SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT For the main burners to operate the gas sup ply valve must be open and the thermostat must be turned on. The main power switch must be on. The main burners rece[...]

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    INSTALLATION 12 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) 7. Now that the main burner pressure is se t properly you may adjust the main burner flame. Unlock the air collars by loosening the set sc re w on each collar. Open the main gas valve, (light the pilot if the appliance has a manual pi lot) and turn the thermostat to light the main burners. 8. Adjust the shape [...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker INSTALLATION 13 WARNING Use a commercial grade cleaner formulated to effectiv ely clean and sanitize food contact surfaces. Read the directions and pr ecautionary statements before use. Partic ular attention must be paid to the concentration of cleaner and th e length of time the cleaner remains on the food cont[...]

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    OPERATION 14 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) 2. OPERATION An operator’s manual for your appliance’s spe cific control type should be included with this man ual. Refer to that manual prior to operating this ap pliance. 2.1. OPERATIONAL FEATUR ES The diagram below outlines some of the key operati onal comp onents of your appliance. Refer to the following [...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker OPERATION 15[...]

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    OPERATION 16 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) Tank Capacity Model Capacity PG14D 12 Gal. (45.5 Lite rs) 2.2. FILLING THE APPLIANCE 2.2.1. FILLING T HE COOKER TANK It is recommended that the cooker ta nk is filled with hot water. This will greatly decrease the time it takes for the appliance to reach operating tempe rature. Refer to the following procedure to[...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker OPERATION 17 Typi cal Tim er Buttons* 2.4. COOKING It is important to keep the cook tank full of wate r to minimize the chance of boiling the appliance dry and to keep the water at a level that will provide opt imum cooking pe rformance. To keep the water at its normal operating temperat ure, it is best to add w[...]

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    OPERATION 18 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) P I L T O ON OFF O N O T L O F F I P Cooked Pasta Volumes 1lb. Dry = Pasta Type Cooked Spaghetti 10 cups Angel Hair 8 cups Fettuccine 7 cups Ziti 9 cups Shells 8 cups Bow Ties 10 cups This table is for reference only. Please refer to the pasta manufacturer’s specification s to determine exact cooked quantit y. [...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 19 WARNING Read the operation section of this manual prior to filling or operating the appliance. 3. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.1. DAILY PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Performing the preventative mainte nance steps belo w on a daily basis will keep your equipment safe and at peak performance. [...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 20 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) WARNING The power supply must be disconnec ted before cleaning and servicing this appliance! 3.2. MONTHLY PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Water can leave mineral depo sits inside the tank. Performing the monthly preventative maintenance steps below will keep your equipme nt safe and at peak performance. I[...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 21 3.3.4. TANK 9 Verify that the tank is in good condition. Check for scale build u p and inspect for signs of corrosion. Verify that tank is leak free. Check drain overflow (if equipped) for scale build up and debris blockage. 3.3.5. DRAIN SYSTEM 9 Verify that drain valve is in good con[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING 22 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) High Temperature Reset Button 4. TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1. POWER FAILURE If electric power is removed for any re ason, the appli ance will shut down. Wait five minutes after the power is restored before attempting to restart the appliance. This will allow time for any gas that may have accumulated in the burner [...]

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    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pas ta Cooker TROUBLESHOOTING 23 4.4. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART 4.5. CONTROLLER W ARNING DISPLAYS If your appliance is equipped with a temperature co ntroller it may display the following warnings on its display. Problem Probable Causes Corrective Actions No power to appliance. Check main building power supply. Circuit Breaker tr[...]

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    L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) In the event of problems with or questions about your order, please contact the Pitco Frialator factory at: (800) 258-3708 US a nd Canada only or (603) 225-6684 World Wide Website Address: www.pitc o.com In the event of proble ms with or questions ab o ut your equipment, please contact the Pi t co Fr i al at o r Authorized Se[...]