Pitco RSCPE14 Installation And Operation Manual
Pitco RSCPE14 Installation And Operation Manual

Pitco RSCPE14 Installation And Operation Manual

Electric counter model pasta cooker counter model rinse station

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CPE14*: Electric Counter Model Pasta Cooker
RSCPE14: Counter Model Rinse Station
Built after 7/2003, *Does not include models with solid state timers
Please complete this information and retain this manual
for the life of the equipment:
Model #: ___________________________
Serial #: ___________________________
Date Purchased: ____________________
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L20-274, rev. 0 (1/06)
IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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  • Page 1 Installation & Operation Manual CPE14*: Electric Counter Model Pasta Cooker RSCPE14: Counter Model Rinse Station Built after 7/2003, *Does not include models with solid state timers L20-274, rev. 0 (1/06) IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please complete this information and retain this manual...
  • Page 2 TO THE PURCHASER, OWNER AND STORE MANAGER Please review these warnings prior to posting them in a prominent location for reference. WARNING DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CPE14: ELECTRIC COUNTER MODEL PASTA COOKER 1. INSTALLATION...1 1.1. CHECKING YOUR NEW APPLIANCE... 1 1.2. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES ... 1 1.3. INSTALLATION TO COUNTER ... 2 1.4. PLUMBING CONNECTIONS... 2 1.4.1. WATER INLET CONNECTIONS... 2 1.4.2. DRAIN CONNECTIONS... 2 1.5. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ... 3 1.6.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3.2. MONTHLY PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE ... 12 3.2.1. DELIMING ... 12 3.3. ANNUAL/PERIODIC PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION... 12 3.3.1. HEATING ELEMENT ... 12 3.3.2. TEMPERATURE PROBE & HIGH LIMIT PROBE ... 12 3.3.3. CONTROLLER ... 12 3.3.4. CONTROL BOX & ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS... 13 3.3.5.
  • Page 5: Installation

    DO NOT obstruct the flow of ventilation, or air openings around the appliance. Adequate clearance around the appliance is necessary for servicing and proper component ventilation. Ensure that you meet the minimum clearance requirements specified in this manual. CPE14 RSCPE14 Standard Standard Standard Optional Optional...
  • Page 6: Installation To Counter

    INSTALLATION The appliance should be secured to the counter top to prevent accidental moving of the appliance and the splashing of hot liquid on the operator. 1.3. INSTALLATION TO COUNTER After the appliance is in its permanent location, check the levelness. Level the counter as needed. The appliance must be sealed to the counter to comply with applicable sanitation standards.
  • Page 7: Electrical Connections

    CPE14: ELECTRIC COUNTER MODEL PASTA COOKER 1.5. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS It is advised that this power supply be plugged into a wall receptacle that is controlled by the ventilation control. This will prevent the appliance from being operated without the ventilator on. If your appliance requires an electrical connection, the power requirements are listed below.
  • Page 8: Ventilation And Fire Safety Systems

    INSTALLATION To Access Electrical Connections 5/16 Wrench Required 1.6. VENTILATION AND FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS Your new appliance must have proper ventilation to function safely and properly. It is very important to install a fire safety system. Your ventilation system should be designed to allow for easy cleaning. Frequent cleaning and proper maintenance of the ventilation system and the appliance will reduce the chances of fire.
  • Page 9: Initial Cleaning

    CPE14: ELECTRIC COUNTER MODEL PASTA COOKER Be careful not to disturb the probe and high temperature limit during operation and cleaning of this appliance. 1.8. INITIAL CLEANING When your appliance is shipped, many of its parts are covered with a thin coat of oil for protection. Before the appliance is ready for cooking it must be cleaned.
  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION 2. OPERATION An operator’s manual for your appliance’s specific control type should be included with this manual. Refer to that manual prior to operating this appliance. 2.1. OPERATIONAL FEATURES The diagram below outlines some of the key operational components of your appliance. Refer to the following sections of this manual to learn more about these features.
  • Page 11 CPE14: ELECTRIC COUNTER MODEL PASTA COOKER 1. Cook Tank 2. Controller (Not on all Models) Controls the water temperature inside the cook tank. Optional timers are located on the controller (if equipped). Includes button to switch between boil mode and simmer mode (not on all models). If the controller has an ON/OFF button, it will be used to turn ON the controller as well as other features on the appliance.
  • Page 12: Filling The Appliance

    OPERATION 2.2. FILLING THE APPLIANCE 2.2.1. FILLING THE COOKER TANK It is recommended that the cooker tank is filled with hot water. This will greatly decrease the time it takes for the appliance to reach operating temperature. Refer to the following procedure to fill the cook tank prior to operation.
  • Page 13: Cooking

    CPE14: ELECTRIC COUNTER MODEL PASTA COOKER 2.4. COOKING It is important to keep the cook tank full of water to minimize the chance of boiling the appliance dry and to keep the water at a level that will provide optimum cooking performance. To keep the water at its normal operating temperature, it is best to add water in small amounts.
  • Page 14: Cooking Tips

    OPERATION 2.4.5. COOKING TIPS Rinse pasta after cooking only if it is for cold dishes or if the pasta will NOT be served immediately. For best results when cooking dry pasta, use at least 1 gallon of water for every 1 lb. of dry pasta.
  • Page 15: Preventative Maintenance

    CPE14: ELECTRIC COUNTER MODEL PASTA COOKER 3. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.1. DAILY PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Performing the preventative maintenance steps below on a daily basis will keep your equipment safe and at peak performance. During the cooking process, starch build up will form on the temperature probes, tank and heating element.
  • Page 16: Monthly Preventative Maintenance

    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.2. MONTHLY PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Water can leave mineral deposits inside the tank. Performing the monthly preventative maintenance steps below will keep your equipment safe and at peak performance. If you are producing high quantities of pasta or your water is heavily mineral based, then it may be necessary to clean these components more then once a month.
  • Page 17: Control Box & Electrical Components

    CPE14: ELECTRIC COUNTER MODEL PASTA COOKER 3.3.4. CONTROL BOX & ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Verify that heating contactors are in good condition. Check for worn or pitted contacts. Verify that wires are tight and in good condition. Verify that all components (transformer, terminal block, relays, drain switches, etc…) are in good condition.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 4. TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1. POWER FAILURE If electric power is removed for any reason, the appliance will shut down. To restart the appliance, follow the appliance start up procedure in section 2.2. 4.2. HIGH TEMPERATURE LIMIT This appliance is equipped with a high temperature limit switch. The high temperature limit switch will stop the appliance from functioning if the internal cook tank reaches an unsafe temperature.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Chart

    CPE14: ELECTRIC COUNTER MODEL PASTA COOKER 4.5. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem No power to appliance. Circuit Breaker tripped. Controller does not I/0 Switch in 0 position. activate. Controller not turned on. Power Cord loose or not connected. Connect power cord. Controller displays High temperature limit has tripped that it is heating but water will not heat.
  • Page 20 In the event of problems with or questions about your order, please contact the Pitco Frialator factory at: (800) 258-3708 US and Canada only or (603) 225-6684 World Wide Website Address: www.pitco.com MAILING ADDRESS – P.O. BOX 501, CONCORD, NH 03302-0501 SHIPPING ADDRESS –...

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