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Pitco PG14D Installation And Operation Manual

Pitco PG14D Installation And Operation Manual

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PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker
RS14D: Floor Model Rinse Station
L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06)
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  • Page 1 Installation & Operation Manual PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker RS14D: Floor Model Rinse Station Built after 4/1995 L20-294, rev. 0 (1/06) IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please complete this information and retain this manual for the life of the equipment:...
  • Page 2 TO THE PURCHASER, OWNER AND STORE MANAGER Please review these warnings prior to posting them in a prominent location for reference. TO THE PURCHASER Post in a prominent location the instructions to be followed in the event that an operator smells gas. Obtain this information from your local gas supplier.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker 1. INSTALLATION...1 1.1. CHECKING YOUR NEW APPLIANCE... 1 1.2. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES ... 2 1.3. LEG/CASTER INSTALLATION AND LEVELING ... 3 1.4. PLUMBING CONNECTIONS... 4 1.4.1. WATER INLET CONNECTIONS... 4 1.4.2. DRAIN CONNECTIONS... 4 1.5.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2.4.3. TIMER OPERATION ... 17 2.4.4. BASKET LIFT OPERATION... 17 2.4.5. ADDITIONAL CONTROLLER FUNCTIONS ... 17 2.4.6. COOKING TIPS... 18 2.5. APPLIANCE SHUTDOWN... 18 2.5.1. STANDBY MODE... 18 2.5.2. COMPLETE SHUTDOWN ... 18 3. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE...19 3.1. DAILY PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE ...

  • Page 5: Installation

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker 1. INSTALLATION 1.1. CHECKING YOUR NEW APPLIANCE Your new Pitco appliance has been carefully packed into one crate. Every effort has been made to ensure that it is delivered to you in perfect condition. As you unpack your new appliance, inspect each of the pieces for damage.

  • Page 6: Installation Clearances

    INSTALLATION DO NOT sit or stand on this appliance. The appliance’s front panel, tank, splash back, tank cover, workshelf, drain board is not a step. Serious injury could result from slipping, falling or contact with hot liquids. 1.2. INSTALLATION CLEARANCES The clearances shown below are for combustible and non-combustible installations and will allow for safe and proper operation of your appliance.

  • Page 7: Leg/Caster Installation And Leveling

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker 1.3. LEG/CASTER INSTALLATION AND LEVELING When you receive your appliance it is completely assembled with the possible exception of the legs (or casters). This appliance must be installed with legs or casters; it cannot be curb mounted. Curb mounting will seriously inhibit this appliance’s ability to effect proper component ventilation.

  • Page 8: Plumbing Connections

    INSTALLATION 1.4. PLUMBING CONNECTIONS The plumbing installation should be done by a licensed plumber and must comply with local and national codes. 1.4.1. WATER INLET CONNECTIONS If a faucet or water fill option is equipped on your appliance connections to a potable water supply will be required.

  • Page 9: Gas Connection

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker 1.5. GAS CONNECTION Your appliance will give you peak performance when the gas supply line is of sufficient size to provide the correct gas flow. The gas line must be installed to meet the local building codes or National Fuel Gas Code ANS Z223.1 and NFPA 54 (latest editions).

  • Page 10: Electrical Connections

    INSTALLATION 1.6. 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. Input Voltage Current per unit Connecting the appliance to the wrong power supply may damage the appliance and void...

  • Page 11: Ventilation And Fire Safety Systems

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker If your appliance is uses line current, it is equipped with an oil proof, electrical supply cord with a three-prong safety plug. This is to protect operators from electrical shock hazard in the event of an equipment malfunction. DO NOT cut or remove the grounding (third) prong from this plug;...

  • Page 12: Inspection

    INSTALLATION 1.8. INSPECTION Before you begin filling and adjusting the appliance, perform the following visual checks: After the appliance is in its permanent location, check the levelness. Any additional leveling that is necessary can be performed as previously described. Ensure that the probe and high temperature limit is in place and secure. Check the high limit bulb mounting screws to ensure that they are tight.

  • Page 13: Initial Adjustments

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker 1.9. INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS After your appliance has been properly installed as described in the installation section of this manual, it will need to be adjusted to ensure that it will perform as designed. A qualified person must perform these adjustments.

  • Page 14: Pilot Flame Adjustment

    INSTALLATION 1.9.3. PILOT FLAME ADJUSTMENT Perform this procedure with the pilot lit. This procedure requires a DC voltmeter set to a scale of 0-1000 mV. Using test leads with sharp probes will help in taking the required readings. 1. Locate the thermopile wires coming from the thermostat/limit box going to the gas valve.

  • Page 15: Main Burner System Adjustment

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker 1.9.4. MAIN BURNER SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT For the main burners to operate the gas supply valve must be open and the thermostat must be turned on. The main power switch must be on. The main burners receive gas from the main gas supply through the thermostatically controlled valve.
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION 7. Now that the main burner pressure is set properly you may adjust the main burner flame. Unlock the air collars by loosening the set screw on each collar. Open the main gas valve, (light the pilot if the appliance has a manual pilot) and turn the thermostat to light the main burners.

  • Page 17: Initial Cleaning

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker DO NOT leave the appliance unattended during cleaning. Never let the water level go below the heat tubes. Wear protective gloves and clothing when cleaning and draining the appliance and when disposing of water. The water is extremely hot and can cause severe injuries.

  • Page 18: 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 19 OPERATION PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker...

  • Page 20: Filling The Appliance

    6. The appliance is now on and heating the water in the cook tank. WARNING Water must completely cover the heat tubes at all PG14D 12 Gal. (45.5 Liters) times while appliance is on. Water must completely cover the heat tubes at all times while appliance is on.

  • Page 21: Cooking

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas 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 22: Cooking Tips

    OPERATION 2.4.6. 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. Sticky cooked pasta can be avoided by increasing the quantity of water per pound or use of the manual fill option while cooking (if equipped).

  • Page 23: Preventative Maintenance

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas 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 24: 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 25: Tank

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker 3.3.4. TANK Verify that the tank is in good condition. Check for scale build up and inspect for signs of corrosion. Verify that tank is leak free. Check drain overflow (if equipped) for scale build up and debris blockage.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 4. TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1. POWER FAILURE If electric power is removed for any reason, the appliance will shut down. Wait five minutes after the power is restored before attempting to restart the appliance. This will allow time for any gas that may have accumulated in the burner or tubes to dissipate.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Chart

    PG14D: Floor Model Gas Pasta Cooker 4.4. 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...
  • Page 28 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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