Daily Operation - Vulcan-Hart VGL20 Installation And Operation Manual

DAILY OPERATION

Daily operation should consist of turning on the power switch and setting the thermostat for the desired
temperature.
It is recommenced the kettle be preheated empty prior to use. Milk or egg based products should be
placed in the kettle before heating, however, to prevent sticking. The kettle is preheated when the
cooking light goes off for the first time.
At the end of each day, or if the kettle will not be used for some time, shut the unit down by turning the
power switch OFF.
Clean as required or on a daily basis. Refer to Cleaning, page 11.
On standing pilot units the burner will ignite as soon as both the power switch and the thermostat are
turned on.
On electronic ignition units, turning on the power switch initiates a pilot lighting sequence. For the first
2 minutes and 10 seconds nothing will happen. After 2 minutes and 10 seconds the spark igniter will
begin sparking. The spark igniter will spark until the pilot is ignited. After a total of 3 minutes (or 50
seconds after the spark igniter begins) lockout will occur. Lockout shuts down all pilot (and main
burner) gas flow although the spark igniter will continue to spark. The power switch must be turned
off and back on to restart the pilot lighting sequence once lockout has occurred.
If the pilot blows out during operation, the unit will go through the same sequence to re-ignite itself.
Once the pilot is ignited, another 15 to 45 seconds is required to heat the flame switch before main
burner gas will flow if the thermostat is turned on.
OPERATOR TIPS
For easier cleaning add cold water to the kettle immediately after removing contents.
When preparing foods containing vinegar or tomatoes, or those which have a high salt content, clean
the kettle immediately after using to prevent pitting.
Do not use salt to clean the kettle. This will scratch the surface.
If using saltwater to cook shellfish, be sure to rinse and wash the kettle thoroughly.
Bring milk and egg products slowly up to temperature in a cold kettle to prevent product adhering to
the sides.
When planning actual cooking capacity, allow room at top for stirring without spilling.
When preparing milk-based products do not preheat the kettle. This will prevent the milk from sticking
to the sides.
When preparing puddings from a mix, place the powder in a cold kettle, add a small amount of the liquid,
and stir to form a thin paste. Turn on the kettle and add the remainder of the liquid. Continue per recipe
instructions.
When browning meat bring the kettle up to temperature before adding. This seals the juices in the
meat.
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