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DIRECT STEAM
2/3 JACKETED
STATIONARY AND
TILTING KETTLES
MODELS
K20DL
K40DL
K60DL
K20DLT
K40DLT
K60DLT
For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts
and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanequipment.com
VULCAN-HART
DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC
WWW.VULCANEQUIPMENT.COM
ML-136081
ML-136082
ML-136083
ML-136086
ML-136087
ML-136088
INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
K40DL
3600 NORTH POINT BLVD.
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
FORM 35459 (May 2011)
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Page 1: Tilting Kettles
K40DLT ML-136087 K60DLT ML-136088 K40DL For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanequipment.com VULCAN-HART 3600 NORTH POINT BLVD. DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC BALTIMORE, MD 21222 WWW.VULCANEQUIPMENT.COM... -
Page 2: Important For Your Safety
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL PLUMBING AND MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES CONTENTS GENERAL ............................4 INSTALLATION ...........................5 Unpacking ............................5 Installation Codes and Standards ....................5 Location ............................6 Stationary Kettle ..........................6 Tilting Kettle ...........................7 Installation Procedure ........................8 Steam Supply Connection ......................8 Initial Start-Up ..........................9 OPERATION ............................10 STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING ..............11 CLEANING ............................13 Compression Draw-Off Valve Cleaning Instructions ..............13 Plug Valve Cleaning Instructions ....................14... -
Page 4: General
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF KDL AND KDLT SERIES DIRECT STEAM KETTLES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Vulcan 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 performance. It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided. -
Page 5: Installation
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES INSTALLATION UNPACKING 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 the carrier within 15 days of delivery. -
Page 6: Location
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES LOCATION 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 suffi cient clearances for operating and servicing the kettle, and proper clearance of the cover when raised. The kettle draw-off valve should be located near a fl... -
Page 7: Tilting Kettle
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES Tilting Kettle Position the kettle in its fi nal installed location to provide drainage directly below pour path, with suffi cient rear clearance from the wall to allow the kettle to tilt completely without obstruction. 22.0 (559) (FOR 60 GAL ONLY) = FLOOL DRAIN FOR DRAW-OFF VALVE... -
Page 8: Installation Procedure
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES INSTALLATION 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. -
Page 9: Initial Start-Up
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES Maximum Flow Rate of Dry Steam in Pounds per Hour Supply Standard Pipe Size Pressure " " 1" " " 2" 5 PSIG 10 PSIG 15 PSIG 20 PSIG 25 PSIG 30 PSIG 35 PSIG 50 PSIG Chart values are based on 100' of clean iron pipe. -
Page 10: Operation
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES OPERATION 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. Avoid sudden contact of these food products to a hot kettle surface because they stick to the surface. •... -
Page 11: Stainless Steel Equipment Care And Cleaning
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES STAINLESS 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 rust. - Page 12 DIRECT STEAM KETTLES Treat 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. To insure proper water treatment, call a treatment specialist. Keep your food equipment clean.
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Page 13: Cleaning
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 should be cleaned and sanitized once every 12 hours. -
Page 14: Plug Valve Cleaning Instructions
DIRECT STEAM KETTLES PLUG VALVE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Daily After Use Remove draw-off valve plug for cleaning (Fig. 4). Unscrew the retaining ring and remove it and the bottom washer. Pull the valve plug straight up to remove from valve body. Wash valve body, plug, washer and retaining ring with mild soap and water, and then rinse. -
Page 15: Maintenance
To obtain service and parts information concerning this unit, contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Agency in your area (refer to listing supplied with the kettle), or contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Department at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of this manual. - Page 16 DIRECT STEAM KETTLES F-35459 (May 2011) — 16 — PRINTED IN U.S.A.