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PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH. READ THE INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT. Model #: Purchased From: Serial #: Location: Date Purchased: Date Installed: Purchase Order #: For Service, Call: Clamshell is a registered trademark of Lang Manufacturing.
IMPORTANT READ FIRST IMPORTANT CAUTION: THE UNIT IS 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.
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THE WARNING AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE LABEL OF THE CLEANER TO BE USED. NOTICE: Service on this or any other LANG equipment must be performed by qualified personnel only. Consult your authorized service agency directory or call the factory at 1-800-224-LANG (5264), or WWW.LANGWORLD.COM For the service agency...
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION Lang Model: XL Electric Clamshell The Electric Clamshell consists of an electric griddle base and an electric hood. Exterior ♦ Griddle Griddle dimensions are 17” (43.18cm) high x 30” (76.20cm) deep x width is dependent upon model number.
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208v or 240v. For simple conversion to single phase power connection see the phasing portion of this manual. This conversion is extremely easy and neither terminates the Lang warranty nor is chargeable to Lang as warranty service. ♦ XL Hood The hood is standard 208 or 240 single phase.
15 days of delivery. All packing material should be kept for inspection. Do not return damaged equipment to Lang Manufacturing Company. File your claim with the carrier. Location Prior to uncrating, move the unit as near its intended location as practical.
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. IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
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INSTALLATION CONT’D GRIDDLE XL HOOD Three Phase Single Phase Single Phase Model Total Total 208 VOLT 240 VOLT 208V 240V 208V 240V Number K.W. K.W. XL-24, XL-24B 12.0 50.0 28.8 28.8 43.3 25.0 25.0 57.7 50.0 28.9 25.0 XL-36, XL-36B 18.0 50.0 50.0...
INITIAL START UP ♦ Griddles Prior to putting any griddle into full time operation at normal cooking temperatures, it must be thoroughly "seasoned" and dried out. Moisture absorption in the closed spaces, in the insulation and even inside the heating elements can cause future trouble if not properly treated.
OPERATION CAUTION: ALWAYS KEEP THE AREA NEAR THE APPLIANCE FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. CAUTION: KEEP FLOOR IN FRONT OF EQUIPMENT CLEAN AND DRY. IF SPILLS OCCUR, CLEAN IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID THE DANGER OF SLIPS OR FALLS. ♦ Griddle An understanding of how the griddle sections are controlled will be a valuable aid in loading your griddle.
Empty the grease drawer or whenever it is 3/4 full by pulling strait out toward the front. It is easily removed for washing. Clean the exterior of the appliance with Lang Mfg. Prima Shine (72804-41) cleaner to maintain a gleaming appearance.
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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING CONT’D Maintenance ♦ Griddle Calibration Check Set the griddle temperature to 350°F on all sections (it should take approximately 22 minutes to reach temperature). Let the griddle reach 350°F and cycle off and on at least three times. Measure 6”...
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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING CONT’D The XL Hood is virtually a maintenance free piece of equipment. Below is a detailed instruction for periodic element replacement. ELEMENT REPLACEMENT CAUTION: DISCONNECT XL FROM POWER BEFORE REMOVING ELEMENTS. Determine which element is defective (elements are wired in series and may need to have a continuity check).
Failed element Replace element TESTS NOTICE: Service on this, or any other, LANG equipment, must be performed by qualified personnel only. Consult your authorized service agency directory or call the factory at 1-800-224-LANG (5264), or WWW.LANGWORLD.COM For the service agency nearest you.
PARTS LIST XL-24, XL-36, XL-48, XL-60, XL-72 ELECTRIC CLAMSHELL GRIDDLE DESCRIPTION PART NO. Element Griddle 208/240 Volt I/S 4500/5991 Watts 11030-29 Element Griddle 208 Volt O/S 1491 Watts 11030-30 Element Griddle 480 Volt 5991 Watts 11030-31 Steel Heater 104V 1000 Watts 208V 11160-26-1 Steel Heater 104V 1000 Watts 240V 11160-27-1...
I. This parts and labor warranty is limited to Lang V. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN Equipment sold to the original commercial LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED...
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