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INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
MEDIUM DUTY GAS GRIDDLES
VCRG48-M
For additional information on Vulcan or to locate an authorized parts and
service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanequipment.com
©ITW Food Equipment Group, LLC
3600 North Point Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21222
MODELS
VCRG24-M
VCRG36-M
VCRG48-M
WCRG24-M
WCRG36-M
WCRG48-M
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE
FORM F-38306 (rev. 10-15)
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- Page 1 INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL MEDIUM DUTY GAS GRIDDLES MODELS VCRG24-M VCRG36-M VCRG48-M WCRG24-M WCRG36-M WCRG48-M VCRG48-M For additional information on Vulcan or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanequipment.com RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE ©ITW Food Equipment Group, LLC 3600 North Point Blvd.
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Page 2: Important For Your Safety
IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED. -
Page 3: Installation
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF MEDIUM DUTY GAS GRIDDLES GENERAL Medium Duty Gas Griddles are produced with quality workmanship and materials. Proper installation, usage and maintenance of your griddle will result in many years of satisfactory performance. Thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided . Model Number Of Burners BTU/hr Input Rating... -
Page 4: Installation Codes And Standards
This griddle is Design Certified for installation on a non-combustible counter with 4” legs, or combustible floor with 24” high stand. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION NON-COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION 6” 0” Back: 6” 0” Sides: Side: INSTALLATION CODES AND STAND ARDS The griddle must be installed in accordance with: In the United States of America: 1. - Page 5 FLUE CONNECTIONS Do not obstruct the flow of flue gases from the flue, located at the rear of the griddle. It is recommended that flue gases be ventilated to the outside of the building through a ventilation system installed by qualified personnel. From the termination of the flue to the filters of the hood venting system, a minimum clearance of 18”...
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Page 6: Propane Gas Conversion
Fig. 2 Fig. 3 The supply pressure (upstream of the regulator) should be 7 -9” W.C. for natural gas and 11-12” W.C. for propane gas. At no time should the griddle b e connected to supply pressure greater than ½ psig (3.45 kPa) or 14” W.C. PROPANE GAS CONVERSION This griddle is shipped from the factory equipped with fixed burner and pilot orifices for natural gas operation. -
Page 7: Before First Use
OPERATION The griddle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the griddle. BEFORE FIRST USE Remove all packing material and protective plastic from surfaces of the unit. Before leaving the factory the griddle is coated with vegetable oil as a rust inhibitor. Remove this film when the griddle plate is being cleaned prior to its first cooking use. -
Page 8: Cutaway View
VCRG-M / WCRG-M PILOT LIGHTING PROCEDURE 1. Turn the main gas shut-off valve and all burner control knobs to the OFF position. Wait 5 minutes to allow any gas that may have accumulated in the burner compartment to escape. 2. Turn the main gas shut-off valve ON. 3. -
Page 9: Using The Griddle
USING THE GRIDDLE To preheat, turn the burners on about 20-25 minutes before cooking. A uniform and systematic approach to loading the griddle will produce the most consistent product results. The griddle plate is steel, but the surface is relatively soft and can be scored or dented by careless use of a spatula or scraper. -
Page 10: Cleaning The Griddle
CLEANING THE GRIDDLE Empty the grease drawer as needed throughout the day and regul arly clean at least once daily. Clean the griddle regularly. A clean griddle always looks better, lasts longer and performs better. To produce evenly cooked, perfectly browned griddle products keep the griddle plate clean and free of carbonized grease. -
Page 11: Pilot Adjustment
PILOT ADJUSTMENT Using a flathead screwdriver, turn the slotted hex -head pilot adjustment screw clockwise to decrease the flame, and counterclockwise to increase the flame. See Fig. 7. PILOT ADJUSTMENT SCREW FIG. 7 SHUTDOWN OF GRIDDLE WITH STANDING PILOT SYSTEM 1. -
Page 12: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE The griddle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the griddle. LUBRICATION All valves must be checked and lubricated periodically. Check with your service agency for details. VENT Daily, when the griddle is cool, check the flue and clear any obstructions. SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION Contact the Service Contractor in your area to obtain service and parts inf ormation. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES Burner does not come on 1. Problem with gas valve. (Call for service) when the control knob is 2. Pilot burner not lit. (Call for service) turned on 3. Low gas pressure. (Call for service) 1. Manual gas valve not turned on. 2. - Page 14 NOTES...