Vsx boiler base series convection steamers (80 pages)
Summary of Contents for Vulcan-Hart ML 136037
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ML – 136047 480V 15.75KW PRO ML – 136048 480V 15KW BASIC 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 VULCAN-HART 3600 NORTH POINT BLVD. DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC BALTIMORE, MD 21222 WWW.VULCANHART.COM...
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY ....................... 2 INTRODUCTION ............................ 5 GENERAL ............................5 INSTALLATION ..........................5 UNPACKING ............................. 5 INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS ................. 5 LOCATION ............................6 LEVELING FEET ..........................6 LEVELING ............................
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C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONTINUED) START UP (PROFESSIONAL MODEL) ..................11 OPERATION ..........................12 Main Power Switch Light (Professional model) ..............12 Timer ............................ 12 Ready Light .......................... 12 Cooking Light ........................12 PREHEATING ..........................12 STEAMING ..........................12 SHUTDOWN ..........................12 EXTENDED SHUTDOWN ......................12 CLEANING .............................13...
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 5N6. equipment requirements do not agree, do not proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or Vulcan-Hart immediately This unit is shipped pre wired for 208/60/3. 240v & single phase operation require changes to the heater connection 240/60/3, 240/60/1 and 208/60/1.
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS LOCATION ANCHORING STEAMER Allow space for plumbing and electrical 1. Place steamer in the desired location on the connections. Minimum clearance is 6" (15.2 countertop and mark four corners. Remove cm) on the back for proper air circulation. Allow the steamer and drill 1/2"...
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING The wiring diagram is located on the right side CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY panel as you face the steamer. This steamer is WITH APPLICABLE PORTIONS hard wired. OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES.
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS PLUMBING CONNECTIONS If the water supply fails to meet these standards, it will be necessary to install a water conditioner on the generator water feed. The use of strainers WARNING: PLUMBING CONNECTIONS MUST or filters will not remove minerals from the COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE water.
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).
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS OPERATION Cooking Light (Professional model only) CONTROLS The cooking light indicates that the steamer is in Drain Handle (Basic model only) the cooking cycle. Push the handle in to turn on the steamer. Pull Timer the handle out to turn off and drain the steamer.
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS SHUTDOWN 8. Close compartment door and let cooking cycle finish. When timer returns to 0, the Pull drain handle until it stops. The power light buzzer will sound, signaling the end of the will turn off before the handle stops. Leave the cooking cycle.
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS 7. Open the compartment door and observe When the ready light is on, set the timer to 5 that steam supply to the compartment stops minutes. The cooking light will illuminate. When and that the cooking light is OFF. the buzzer sounds, turn the timer to the OFF position.
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS CLEANING COMPARTMENT WARNING: DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE Wash the inside of the compartment with a MACHINE AND FOLLOW LOCKOUT / solution of warm water and non-chloride TAGOUT PROCEDURES BEFORE detergent. Rinse with warm water. CLEANING.
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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 grain.
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS MAINTENANCE WARNING: THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS Items Required (not provided) ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN • Deliming material OPERATING, CLEANING OR • Funnel SERVICING THE STEAMER. THE • Plastic or rubber gloves COOKING COMPARTMENT CONTAINS LIVE STEAM.
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS 5. Pour deliming solution into the steam 3. Prepare deliming solution according to the generator slowly to avoid spillage. instructions on the deliming material package. Follow all manufacturer's 6. Remove funnel from delime port then rinse instructions.
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.
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS COOKING HINTS than 15 minutes of cooking time. When a cover The steamer efficiently cooks vegetables and is used, approximately one-third additional other foods for immediate serving. Steam cooking cooking time is necessary. should be carefully time controlled. Keep hot food holding-time to a minimum to produce the most Cooking time for frozen foods depends on the appetizing results.
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS PRODUCTS TO BE COOKED IN SOLID PANS PRODUCT TIME (MINUTES) WEIGHT PER PAN 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) Spaghetti –...
C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS PRODUCTS TO BE COOKED IN PERFORATED PANS PRODUCT TIME (MINUTES) WEIGHT PER PAN SEAFOOD Clams Frozen 9 - 12 3 Doz. Fresh, Cherrystone 4 - 6 3 Doz. King Crab, Frozen Claws 3 - 4 2 1/2 Lb.
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C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS PRODUCT TIME (MINUTES) WEIGHT PER PAN VEGETABLES (Cont’d.) Broccoli Spears, Frozen 6 - 8 4 Lb. Spears, Fresh 4 - 6 5 Lb. Flowerettes, Frozen 4 - 6 5 Lb. Cabbage, Fresh, 1/6 Cut 6 - 8 5 Lb.
DEPOSITS). Door leaks Damaged door gasket Check door gasket for damage. If adjustment is needed, contact Improper drain your Authorized Vulcan-Hart Servicer. Plugged drain Damage to gasket sealing surface Water accumulates in Plugged drain or screen Clear compartment cavity screen.
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 front cover of this manual. Parts and service are also available at www.vulcanhart.com.
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C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTER CONVECTION STEAMERS — 24 — F-35428 (2-06) PRINTED IN U.S.A.