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Installation, Operations, and Maintenance Instructions Gas Griddle, Spark Ignition, “ACCU-TEMP” Model: 224T 224TH 224THG 224SHG 236T 236THE 236THG 248T 248TC 248TCHE 248THE 248THG 260T 260TC 260TCHG 260THE 260THG 272T 272THG 272TNTS Star Manufacturing International 10 Sunnen Drive St. Louis, MO 63143...
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THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
IMPORTANT READ FIRST IMPORTANT CAUTION: THE GRIDDLE EXTREMELY HEAVY. FOR SAFE HANDLING, INSTALLER SHOULD OBTAIN HELP AS NEEDED, OR EMPLOY APPROPRIATE MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT (SUCH AS A FORKLIFT, DOLLY, OR PALLET JACK) TO REMOVE THE UNIT FROM THE SKID AND MOVE IT TO THE PLACE OF INSTALLATION. CAUTION: ANY STAND, COUNTER OR OTHER DEVICE ON WHICH THE GRIDDLE WILL BE LOCATED MUST BE...
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MORE COST EFFECTIVE TO REPLACE A THERMOSTAT THAT IS OUT OF CALIBRATION. NOTICE: Service on this, or any other, LANG appliance must be performed by qualified personnel only. Consult your LANG Authorized Service Agent Directory or call the factory at 1-800-807-9054, or WWW.STAR-MFG.COM For the service agent near you.
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION Lang Model: 200 Series “AccuTemp” Griddles 3.1 Exterior Construction • The griddle dimensions are 17” (43.18cm) High, 30” (76.20cm) Deep, and width is dependent on the actual model number. • The Sides, Bottom, and Rear wall are constructed of double wall stainless steel, which allows closer installation to combustible surfaces.
UNPACKING 4.1 Receiving the Griddle Upon receipt, check for freight damage, both visible and concealed. Visible damage should be noted on the freight bill at the time of delivery and signed by the carrier's agent. Concealed loss or damage means loss or damage which does not become apparent until the merchandise has been unpacked.
INSTALLATION DANGER: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED AT THE TERMINAL PROVIDED. FAILURE TO GROUND THE APPLIANCE COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH. WARNING: INSTALLATION OF THE UNIT MUST BE DONE BY PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO WORK WITH ELECTRICITY AND PLUMBING. IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
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INSTALLATION CONT’D Correct manifold pressures are: 5 inches water column for natural gas 10 inches water column for propane When replacing the plug in the manifold, a pipe joint compound or sealant should be used that is resistant to the action of liquid petroleum gas. Initial adjustments are the responsibility of the installer and are not chargeable to Star Manufacturing International.
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GRIDDLE CARE (NON-CHROMIUM SURFACES) It takes very little time and effort to keep the griddle attractive and performing at top efficiency. If grease is permitted to accumulate, it will form a gummy cake and then carbonize into a hard substance which is extremely difficult to remove. To prevent this condition, the following suggestions for cleanliness should be followed: 1.
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CHROME GRIDDLE SURFACE LIMITED WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS Your Chrome-Max griddle has been designed to give you many years of cooking reliability and requires minimum maintenance to keep the chrome surface in its original condition. All Chrome griddle surfaces are warranted for a period of 5 years against manufacturing defects to the original owner from the date of installation.
INITIAL START UP 6.1 Initial Lighting Procedure Clean the preservative coating from the griddle plate and splash guard. Add a mild detergent to hot water and wash the griddle plate and splash guard. Rinse with a damp sponge and dry with a clean rag. WARNING: BEFORE LIGHTING, USE A SOAP AND WATER SOLUTION TO TEST ALL JOINTS FOR GAS LEAKS.
OPERATION 7.1 Setting the Griddle Temperature The suggested time and temperature chart (below) is provided as a guide for the products listed only. CAUTION: ALWAYS KEEP THE AREA NEAR THE APPLIANCE FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. CAUTION: KEEP FLOOR IN FRONT OF EQUIPMENT CLEAN AND DRY.
OPERATION CONT’D 7.2 Loading the Griddle An understanding of how the griddle sections are controlled will be a valuable aid in loading your griddle. Each 12” inch section of your griddle is independently controlled by a thermostat. The thermostat is mounted in the center of each cooking section under the griddle plate.
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING WARNING: KEEP WATER AND SOLUTIONS OUT OF CONTROLS. NEVER SPRAY OR HOSE CONTROL CONSOLE, ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS, ETC. CAUTION: MOST CLEANERS ARE HARMFUL TO THE SKIN, EYES, MUCOUS MEMBRANES AND CLOTHING. PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN TO WEAR RUBBER GLOVES, GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.
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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING CONT’D 8.3 Burner Air Shutter Adjustment • The air shutters are pre-set at the factory. However, minor adjustments may be required in the field to accommodate differences in gas and elevation. • To adjust the air shutters, loosen the set screw holding the air damper to the burner near the gas inlet.
TROUBLESHOOTING 9.1 Symptoms What follows is a chart of Symptoms and Possible Causes to aid in diagnosing faults with the griddle. Refer to the Symptoms column to locate the type of failure then to the Possible Cause for the items to be checked. To test for a possible cause, refer to the TEST section and locate the Possible Cause then refer to test to identify test procedures.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CONT’D 9.2 TESTS NOTICE: Service on this, or any other, LANG appliance must be performed by qualified personnel only. Consult your LANG authorized service agent directory or call the factory at 1-800-807-9054, or WWW.STAR-MFG.COM For the service agent nearest you.
PARTS LIST April 9, 2009, Rev. F Gas Griddle, Spark Ignition “AccuTemp”: 224T, 224TH, 224THG Part No. Description Application 2A-72500-02 LEG 4 SS MM, GRID, FRYER 224T-LP, NATLR, NAT, TH-LPMG, TH-NATCD, TH-NATMG, T-LPBK, TH-NAT, THG-NAT 2A-80401-01 PILOT BURNR ORIFICE .018 224T-NATLR, NAT PILTBRNER ORIFICE .0115LP...
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PARTS LIST April 9, 2009, Rev. F Gas Griddle, Spark Ignition “AccuTemp”: 236T, 236TH, 236THG Part No. Description Application 2A-72500-02 LEG 4 SS MM, GRID, FRYER 236T-LP, NAT, THE-NAT 2A-80400-11 ORIFICE HOOD .0935 #42 236T-NAT, THE-NAT, THG-NAT 2A-80400-12 ORIFICE HOOD .0595 #53 236T-LP, THG-LP 2A-80401-03 PILTBRNER ORIFICE .0115LP...
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PARTS LIST April 9, 2009, Rev. F Gas Griddle, Spark Ignition “AccuTemp”: 248T, 248TH, 248THG Part No. Description Application 2A-72500-02 LEG 4 SS MM, GRID, FRYER 248T-LP, NAT 2A-80400-11 ORIFICE HOOD .0935 #42 248T-NAT 2A-80400-12 ORIFICE HOOD .0595 #53 248T-LP 2A-80401-03 PILTBRNER ORIFICE .0115LP 248T-LP...
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PARTS LIST July 9, 2009, Rev. F Gas Griddle, Spark Ingition "AccuTemp" 260T, 260TC, 260TCHG, 260THE, 260THG Part No. Description Application 2A-72500-02 LEG 4 SS MM, GRID, FRYER 260T-LP, NAT 2A-80400-11 ORIFICE HOOD .0935 #42 260T-NAT 2A-80400-12 ORIFICE HOOD .0595 #53 260T-LP 2A-80401-03 PILTBRNER ORIFICE .0115LP...
PARTS LIST July 9, 2009, Rev. F Gas Griddle, Spark Ingition "AccuTemp" 272T, 272TC, 272THG, 272TNTS-NAT Part No. Description Application 2A-72500-02 LEG 4 SS MM, GRID, FRYER 272T-LP, NAT 2A-80400-11 ORIFICE HOOD .0935 #42 272T-NAT 2A-80400-12 ORIFICE HOOD .0595 #53 272T-LP 2A-80401-03 PILTBRNER ORIFICE .0115LP...
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STAR MANUFACTURING GROUP Star - Holman - Lang - Wells - Bloomfield 10 Sunnen Drive, St. Louis, MO 63143 U.S.A. (800) 807-9054 (314) 781-2777 Parts & Service (800) 807-9054 www.star-mfg.com...
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