Cleaning Instructions; Draining The Generator; Cleaning - Blodgett SN-3E Installation Operation & Maintenance

Cleaning Instructions

DRAINING THE GENERATOR

Drain the steam generator after each day's use to flush
out minerals and minimize scale buildup. The boiler drains
automatically for about 4 to 6 minutes after the main pow-
er switch is turned off.

CLEANING

CAUTION
Disconnect the power supply to the appliance
before cleaning or servicing.
CAUTION
Do not use cleaning agents that are corrosive.
CAUTION
The appliance and its parts are hot. Use care
when operating, cleaning and servicing the
appliance.
CAUTION
Live steam and accumulated hot water in the
compartment may be released when the door
is opened.
At the end of each day, or between cooking cycles if nec-
essary:
1. Turn main power switch OFF.
2. Remove pans and racks from compartment and wash
in sink.
3. Wash compartment interior with clean water.
4. Use warm soapy water with a cloth or sponge to clean
exposed bead of door gasket, rinse with warm clear
water and wipe with a dry cloth.
5. Wipe surfaces which touch door gasket with a cloth or
sponge and warm soapy water, rinse with warm clear
water and wipe with a dry cloth. Do not apply food
oils or petroleum solvents or lubricants directly
to door gasket or surfaces which touch door gas-
ket.
MAINTENANCE
6. Wipe all solids away from drain opening in compart-
ments to prevent clogging.
7. Keep cooking compartment drain working freely. After
cooking grease producing foods, operate steam with
compartment empty for 30 minutes at end of the day,
or pour ½ gallon of warm soapy water down the drain,
followed by ½ gallon of warm clear water.
8. Leave door slightly open when steamer is not in use.
Weekly, or more if necessary
Clean exterior with a damp cloth and polish with a soft dry
cloth. Use a non-abrasive cleaner to remove discoloura-
tions.
CAUTION
An obstructed drain can cause personal injury
or property damage.
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