Vulcan-Hart ML-136021 manual

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    INST ALLA TION & OPERA TION MANUAL For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit our website at www .vulcanhart.com C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS VULCAN-HART DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC WWW.VULCANHART.COM MODELS C24GA6 ML-136021 C24GA10 ML-136022 3600 NOR[...]

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    — 2 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS IMPORT ANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREP ARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED T O INST ALL GAS EQUIPMENT , WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD ST ART -UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. POST IN A PROMINENT LOCA TION THE INSTRUCTIONS T O BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE SMELL O[...]

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    — 3 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORT ANT FOR YOUR SAFETY ...................................................................................................... ...... 2 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................[...]

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    — 4 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS INTRODUCTION GENERAL Vulcan convection steamers are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions [...]

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    — 5 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS In Canada, the steamer must be installed in accordance with: 1 . Local codes. 2. National Fuel Gas Code, CAN/CSA-B149.1 (latest edition) available from the Canadian Standards Association, 5060 Spectrum Way, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 5N6. 3. Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.2 (latest edition) av[...]

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    — 6 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS PLUMBING CONNECTIONS WARNING: PLUMBING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH APPLI- CABLE SANITARY, SAFETY AND PLUMBING CODES. Water Requirements Proper water quality can improve the taste of the food prepared in the steamer, reduce liming in the steam generator and extend equipment life. Local water conditions[...]

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    — 7 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS instructions provided with the filter system. At the time of installation you must register your steamer at www.vulcanhart.com/ filterreg or use the reply card supplied with your unit. You will need to register your steamer at each filter change to insure your standard and extended warranty is maintain[...]

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    — 8 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS Air ˚ Pressure ˚ Adjust ˚ Screw On ˚ Side ˚ of ˚ Drip ˚ Cover Figure 1 The proper sizing and installation of the gas connection is important for the machine to operate within its design specifications. In some installations, the gas supply may not be sufficient enough to allow all the gas equipm[...]

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    — 9 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTORS BTU/hr . FLOW CAP ACITY 1, 2 LENGTH 3 LENGTH 3 End Fittings - (1) Quick Disconnect End Fittings - Both Threaded & (1) Threaded I D 36" 48" 60" 72" 36" 48" 60" 72" 1 / 2 " 77,000 68,000 60,000 55,000 120,000 106,000 93,000 86,000 3[...]

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    — 10 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS FLUE GAS EXHAUST DO NOT obstruct the flow of flue gases from the flue located on the rear of the steamer. It is recommended that the flue gases be vented to the outside of the building through a ventilation system installed by qualified personnel. Information on the construction and installation of ve[...]

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    — 11 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING: THE STEAMER IS EQUIPPED 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 ELECTRI- CIAN. DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE PLUG. WARNING: ELECTR[...]

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    — 12 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS WARNING: T HE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. WARNING: THE COOKING COMPARTMENTS CONTAIN LIVE STEAM. STAY CLEAR WHILE OPENING EACH DOOR. LIGHTING AND SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS Lighting 1. Turn manual gas shutoff valve to on position. 2 . Press powe[...]

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    — 13 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS Refer to Steam Cooking with Vulcan Kettles and Steamers for suggested cooking times. Also refer to the Suggested Cooking Guideline in this manual. Size, weight, pan loading and product quality will affect cooking times and should be adjusted to your own requirements. STARTUP PROCEDURE 1. Open manual g[...]

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    — 14 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS CLEANING WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE MACHINE AND FOLLOW LOCKOUT / TAGOUT PROCEDURES BEFORE CLEANING. Cooking Compartment Drains Keep compartment drains running freely. Inspect compartment drains daily for blockage. Remove any particles or debris from the perforated strainer daily (or m[...]

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    — 15 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS LEAVE COMPARTMENT DOORS OPEN Leave the compartment doors slightly open when the steamer is not in use. When the compartment is idle, never latch the door and apply pressure to the door gasket. Leaving the gasket under pressure can cause permanent deformation and reduce gasket life. GUIDELINES FOR MAIN[...]

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    — 16 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS WARNING: THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. Water Treatment System A water treatment system is recommended for steamers. Refer to your supplier’s manual for normal maintenance procedures for proper scale-free operation recommendations. Scale Related[...]

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    — 17 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS COOKING CHART The following table lists suggested cooking times and weights. These times, which will vary depending on initial product temperature, size, shape, etc., are approximate and should be adjusted to suit your operation. PRODUCTS TO BE COOKED IN SOLID PANS PRODUCT Eggs, Scrambled Rice, Long G[...]

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    — 18 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS PRODUCT Clams Frozen Fresh King Crab Frozen Claws Legs Lobster T ail Frozen Lobster , Live, 10" – 12" Salmon Fillets, Frozen, 8 Oz. Ea Scallops, Fresh Scrod Fillets, Fresh Eggs Hard Cooked Soft Cooked Soft Y oke for Caesar Salad Chicken Breasts, Legs, Thighs T urkey Frozen Breasts (2) Cut [...]

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    — 19 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS PRODUCT Carrots Baby Whole, Frozen Crinkle Cut, Frozen Sliced, Fresh Cauliflower , Flowerettes Frozen Fresh Celery , 1" Diagonal Cut Corn Y ellow Whole Kernel, Frozen Cobbettes, Frozen Corn On Cob, Fresh Peas, Green Potatoes, “Whole Russet” S pinach Chopped, Frozen Defrosted Fresh Cut Squash,[...]

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    — 20 — C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS F-35423 Rev A. (08-06) TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS Unit not steaming Door leaks W ater accumulates in compartment W ater not being supplied to generator S team is exiting from under unit POSSIBLE CAUSES Gas supply is off Power cord is unplugged Power switch is off W ater supply is off Burner control goes[...]