Vulcan-Hart ML 136038 manual

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    VULCAN-HART DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC WWW.VULCANHART.COM 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 F-35428 (2-06) ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS 3600 NORTH POINT BLVD. BALTIMORE, M[...]

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    — 2 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS IMPORT ANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREP ARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED T O INST A LL THIS EQUIPMENT , WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD ST ART -UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. W ARNING IMPROPER INST ALLA TION, ADJUSTMENT , A L TERA TION, SERVICE OR[...]

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    — 3 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS T ABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY ....................................................................................................... 2 INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................................................[...]

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    — 4 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS T ABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) START UP (PROFESSIONAL MODEL) .. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ............................................................... 11 OPERATION .........................................................................................................[...]

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    — 5 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER 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 [...]

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    — 6 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS LOCATION Allow space for plumbing and electrical connections. Minimum clearance is 6" (15.2 cm) on the back for proper air circulation. Allow adequate access for operating and servicing the steamer (36" at the front of the steamer, 15" (38 cm) above the steamer and 18" [...]

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    — 7 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE PORTIONS OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES. The wiring diagram is located on the right side panel as you face the steamer. This steamer is hard wired. Total Vol[...]

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    — 8 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS PLUMBING CONNECTIONS WARNING: PLUMBING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE 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. Water condi[...]

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    — 9 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS Figure 2 VENT HOOD Local codes may require the steamer to be located under an exhaust hood. Information on the construction and installation of ventilating hoods may be obtained from Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, NFPA standard No. 96 (latest edition).[...]

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    — 10 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS OPERA TION Cooking Light (Professional model only) The cooking light indicates that the steamer is in the cooking cycle. Timer Set the cooking time (0 to 60 minutes). Steam cooking will begin when the door is closed. The cooking cycle will be interrupted if the door is open during the coo[...]

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    — 11 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS 8 . Close compartment door and let cooking cycle finish. When timer returns to 0, the buzzer will sound, signaling the end of the cooking cycle. To silence the buzzer, turn the timer dial to OFF. 9. To shut down the steamer, pull the handle to turn off and drain. Leave the compartment doo[...]

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    — 12 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS 7 . Open the compartment door and observe that steam supply to the compartment stops and that the cooking light is OFF. 8 . Close compartment door and let cooking cycle finish. When timer returns to 0, the buzzer will sound, signaling the end of the cooking cycle. To silence the buzzer, t[...]

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    — 13 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS CLEANING W ARNING: DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE MACHINE AND FOLLOW LOCKOUT / T AGOUT PROCEDURES BEFORE CLEANING . COOKING COMPARTMENT DRAIN Keep compartment drain running freely. Inspect compartment drains daily for blockage. Remove any particles or debris from the perforated st[...]

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    — 14 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS Avoid rubbing with steel pads, wire brushes or scrapers that can leave iron deposits on stainless steel. Instead, use plastic scouring pads or soft cloths. For stubborn stains, use products such as Cameo, Talc or Zud First Impression. Always rub parallel to the polish lines or with the gr[...]

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    — 15 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS MAINTENANCE Items Required (not provided) • Deliming material • Funnel • Plastic or rubber gloves • Safety goggles or face shield • Measuring cup • 1-gallon container for mixing deliming solution • Petrol-Gel Lubricant or equivalent food- grade grease for coating deliming po[...]

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    — 16 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS 5 . Pour deliming solution into the steam generator slowly to avoid spillage. 6 . Remove funnel from delime port then rinse port with clean water. 7 . Lightly coat delime port threads with Petrol- Gel then install delime port cap. Cap must be installed and tightened securely at all times.[...]

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    — 17 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS DOOR GASKET If the door gasket is leaking due to a nick or cut, it must be replaced. Damage to the gasket sealing surface will cause steam leakage. DRAINING THE BOILER Drain the boiler at the end of each day to flush out minerals and minimize scale build-up. The generator drains automatic[...]

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    — 18 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS COOKING HINTS than 15 minutes of cooking time. When a cover is used, approximately one-third additional cooking time is necessary. Cooking time for frozen foods depends on the amount of defrosting required. If time permits, allow frozen foods to partially thaw overnight in a refrigerator.[...]

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    — 19 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS PRODUCTS TO BE COOKED IN SOLID PANS PRODUCT TIME (MINUTES) WEIGHT PER P AN Eggs, Scrambled 9 - 12 8 Doz. Rice, Long Grain (Cover with 4 cups water/lb.) 23 - 25 2 Lb. Pasta (Place perforated pan inside solid pan, cover with cold water) S paghetti – Regular/V ermicelli 10 - 15 Macaroni - [...]

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    — 20 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS PRODUCTS TO BE COOKED IN PERFORATED PANS PRODUCT TIME (MINUTES) WEIGHT PER P AN SEAFOOD Clams Frozen 9 - 12 3 Doz. Fresh, Cherrystone 4 - 6 3 Doz. King Crab, Frozen Claws 3 - 4 2 1/2 Lb. Legs 3 - 6 4 1/2 Lb. Lobster T ail, Frozen 5 - 6 10 Lb. Lobster , Live, 10" - 12" 4 - 5 4 Pe[...]

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    — 21 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS PRODUCT TIME (MINUTES) WEIGHT PER P AN VEGET ABLES (Cont’d.) Broccoli S pears, Frozen 6 - 8 4 Lb. S pears, Fresh 4 - 6 5 Lb. Flowerettes, Frozen 4 - 6 5 Lb. Cabbage, Fresh, 1/6 Cut 6 - 8 5 Lb. Carrots Baby Whole, Frozen 6 - 8 7 Lb. Crinkle Cut, Frozen 7 - 8 4 Lb. Sliced, Fresh 9 - 1 1 9[...]

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    — 22 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS SYMPTOMS S teamer not steaming S teamer not heating/ steaming properly Door leaks W ater accumulates in compartment W ater not being supplied to steamer POSSIBLE CAUSES No main power source Power switch in OFF position (Professional) Handle out (OFF) position (Basic) W ater not being supp[...]

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    — 23 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS SER VICE AND P ARTS INFORMA TION To obtain service and parts information concerning this steamer, contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Agency in your area (refer to listing supplied with the steamer), or contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Department at the address or phone number shown on the fro[...]

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    — 24 — C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS F-35428 (2-06) PRINTED IN U.S.A .[...]