Vulcan-Hart K40DLT manual

INST ALLA TION & OPERA TION MANUAL FORM 35459 (May 201 1) DIRECT STEAM 2/3 JACKETED ST A TIONAR Y AND TIL TING KETTLES MODELS K20DL ML-136081 K40DL ML-136082 K60DL ML-136083 K20DL T ML-136086 K40DL T ML-136087 K60DL T ML-136088 For additional information on V ulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit o[...]

IMPORT ANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREP ARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INST ALL PLUMBING AND MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD ST ART -UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installati[...]

— 3 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES CONTENTS GENERAL ....................................................................................................................... ....................4 INST ALLA TION .................................................................................................................. .................5 Unpacking .[...]

— 4 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES INST ALLA TION, OPERA TION AND MAINTENANCE OF KDL AND KDL T SERIES DIRECT STEAM KETTLES SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL V ulcan direct steam 2/3 jacketed kettles are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result in many years of satisfactory perf[...]

— 5 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES INST ALLA TION UNP ACKING This kettle was inspected before leaving the factory . The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking, check for possible shipping damage. If kettle damage is found, save the packaging material and contact [...]

— 6 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES LOCA TION Plumbing connections must comply with applicable sanitary , safety and plumbing codes. Stationary Kettle Position the kettle in its fi nal location. Check that there are suf fi cient clearances for operating and servicing the kettle, and proper clearance of the cover when raised. The kettle draw-of f valve[...]

— 7 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES Tilting Kettle Position the kettle in its fi nal installed location to provide drainage directly below pour path, with suf fi cient rear clearance from the wall to allow the kettle to tilt completely without obstruction. MODEL TRUE WORKING CAP ACITY A B C D EF G HJKL M N K20DL T 20 gallons 21.6 In. 15.2 In. 35.7 In.[...]

— 8 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES INST ALLA TION PROCEDURE Make sure the kettle is in its fi nal location before performing the installation procedure. It may be necessary to increase the height of the kettle when leveling to clear the draw-off valve on tilting kettles. Use the adjustable fl ange feet to increase the height of the kettle. 1. Place a[...]

— 9 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES Maximum Flow Rate of Dry Steam in Pounds per Hour Supply Pressure Standard Pipe Size 1 / 2 " 3 / 4 "1 " 1 1 / 4 "1 1 / 2 "2 " 5 PSIG 20 40 70 140 210 380 10 PSIG 30 60 1 10 220 320 600 15 PSIG 40 80 150 290 430 n/a 20 PSIG 50 100 180 360 530 n/a 25 PSIG 60 120 220 430 n/a n/a 30 PSIG 70 1[...]

— 10 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES OPERA TION The kettle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the kettle. Food products with milk or egg base should be placed into a cold kettle before cooking. A void sudden contact of these food products to a hot kettle surface because they stick to the surface. • V erify that the d[...]

— 1 1 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES ST AINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING (Supplied courtesy of NAFEM. For more information, visit their web site at www .nafem.org) Contrary to popular belief, stainless steels ARE susceptible to rusting. Corrosion on metals is everywhere. It is recognized quickly on iron and steel as unsightly yellow/ orange ru[...]

— 12 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES 4. T reat your water . Though this is not always practical, softening hard water can do much to reduce deposits. There are certain fi lters that can be installed to remove distasteful and corrosive elements. T o insure proper water treatment, call a treatment specialist. 5. Keep your food equipment clean. Use alkali[...]

— 13 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES CLEANING The kettle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the kettle. The kettle interior and exterior should be thoroughly washed after each use when a different food is to be cooked next or when cooking is completed for the day . If the unit is used continuously through the day , it [...]

— 14 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES PLUG V AL VE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Daily After Use Remove draw-off valve plug for cleaning (Fig. 4). 1. Unscrew the retaining ring and remove it and the bottom washer . 2. Pull the valve plug straight up to remove from valve body . 3. W ash valve body , plug, washer and retaining ring with mild soap and water , and t[...]

— 15 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES MAINTENANCE SERVICE T o obtain service and parts information concerning this unit, contact the V ulcan-Hart Service Agency in your area (refer to listing supplied with the kettle), or contact the V ulcan-Hart Service Department at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of this manual. Parts and service [...]

— 16 — DIRECT STEAM KETTLES F-35459 (May 201 1) PRINTED IN U.S.A.[...]