Vulcan-Hart C24EA3 Checklist

C24EA3 & C24EA5 STEAMERS
Operator's Startup, Shutdown, & Routine
Inspection Checklist
BEFORE DAILY OPERATION
Check to make sure main water supply is turned on.
Verify unit is plugged in and power is turned on to the unit.
Set timer for 5 minutes.
Turn the unit on with the power switch, power light will illuminate.
Unit will fill with water.
Close the door and in approximately 10 minutes the
buzzer will sound indicating the unit is preheated and
ready to cook.
AFTER DAILY USE
Prior to cleaning close the door and set timers to 5 minutes. This will loosen any stuck foods in the cooking compartment.
Turn unit off using main power switch. Do not remove power from unit for 5 minutes to allow unit to completely drain.
(Note: Some hood systems remove power from steamer when turned off.)
DAILY CLEANING
Thoroughly clean the unit with mild soap and water and dry. Do not use cleaners containing chlorides or chlorine.
Thoroughly clean cavity drain screens. Clogged drain screens can effect cooking performance, cause door leaks, and damage the unit.
Leave doors open after cleaning to allow cavity and door seal to air dry.
EXTENDED SHUT DOWN
It is recommended to perform delime on the steamer if it has not been done recently.
Always replace filter(s) when the steamer is brought back into service.
Perform daily shut down and cleaning.
After unit has completely drained disconnect power from unit.
Shut off main water supply.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Delime generator weekly if no water treatment other than a carbon block is being used. 14 0z of ScaleRelease is required.
ScaleRelease P/N 854893-13 (14 oz).
Change carbon block filter every 6 months or per filter manufacture's recommendation.
Weekly inspect door seals for cuts, tears, or leaks. Replace as needed.
Weekly check filter system pressure, 20PSI minimum / 60PSI Maximum while filling.
Change cartridge(s) if pressure is low or if they are due for replacement.
If ScaleBlocker ® SMF600 water treatment system is
used the preventative maintenance must be performed
every 6 months. (Kit P/N 857487-00600) Additional
deliming may be needed, see chart at right. Use
ScaleRelease (14 oz bag) P/N 854893-13 for deliming.
One 14 oz bag is required for C24EA3 & C24EA5
steamers.
The cooling water supplied to the steamer is not treated.
White vinegar poured down the cavity drains will prevent
scale from forming in the drain system. Pour one cup (8
oz) of vinegar down each cavity drain at the end of the
day 15 minutes after the unit has been turned off.
Generator
Hardness
Deliming Schedule
(Grains)
with ScaleRelease
0 to 5 6 Months
5 to 10 3 Months
10 to 15 Monthly
15 to 20 2 Weeks
Other Water
20+ Treatment Is
Required
Timer
Cook/Ready Lights
OnOff Switch
Drain Deliming
Schedule with
White Vinegar
6 Months
3 Months
Monthly
2 Weeks
Weekly