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A MIDDLEBY COMPANY
OWNER'S MANUAL
TILTING AND STATIONARY
ELECTRIC SELF CONTAINED
STEAM KETTLES
These instructions should be read thoroughly before attempting installation. Set up, installation
and Performance Check should be performed by a qualified service technician. The
Manufacturer, Southbend (1100 Old Honeycutt Rd., Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina 27526),
informs you that unless the installation instructions for the above described Southbend product
are followed and performed by a qualified service technician, (a person experienced in and
knowledgeable concerning the installation of commercial gas and/or electrical cooking
equipment) then the terms and conditions of the Manufacturer's Limited Warranty will be
rendered void and no warranty of any kind shall apply.
If the equipment has been changed, altered, modified or repaired by other than a qualified
service technician during or after the 12-month limited warranty period, then the manufacturer
shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages to any person or to any property
which may result from the use of the equipment thereafter. Some States do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion thereto may not apply to you.
In the event you have any question concerning the installation, use, care, or service of the
product, write Customer Service Department, Southbend Corporation, 1100 Old Honeycutt Rd.,
Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina 27526.
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INSTALLATION
USER'S GUIDE
SERVICE
PARTS
MODELS:
KSLE-20, KTLE-20
KSLE-40, KTLE-40
KSLE-60, KTLE-60
TILTING & STATIONARY
ELECTRIC SELF CONTAINED
STEAM KETTLES
(Manual Section SK)
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- Page 1 Performance Check should be performed by a qualified service technician. The Manufacturer, Southbend (1100 Old Honeycutt Rd., Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina 27526), informs you that unless the installation instructions for the above described Southbend product are followed and performed by a qualified service technician, (a person experienced in and...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
You will find that your new equipment, like all Southbend equipment, has been designed and manufactured to some of the toughest standards in the industry — those of Southbend Corporation. Each piece of Southbend equipment has been carefully engineered and designs have been verified through laboratory tests and field installations in some of the more strenuous commercial cooking applications. -
Page 3: Section One - Installation
TILTING ELECTRIC SELF CONTAINED STEAM KETTLES SPECIFICATIONS TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW Not For Scale For Dimensional Purposes Only DIMENSIONS: ) = Millimeters CAPACITY DIMENSIONS CRATE SIZE CUBIC CRATED MODEL VOLUME WEIGHT US. Liter Imp. Lb./in. KPa Width Depth Height 21.125"... - Page 4 STANDARD: 208/60/1 or 3 phase 240/60/1 or 3 phase (50 cycle CONN. 208V 240V 208V 240V 480V -no charge) OPTIONAL: 480/60/3 (50 cycle - no charge) Total maximum kilowatts: KSLE-20 - 12 KW, KSLE-40 - 24 N.A. N.A. KW. KSLE-60 - 36 KW. ELECTRIC CONNECTION CAPACITY MAX.PRESS. MODEL APPROVALS: U.S.
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Page 5: Installation
INSTALLATION GENERAL: THE UNIT WHEN INSTALLED MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED AND COMPLY WITH LOCAL CODES, OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI NFPA 70-1984. CANADIAN INSTALLATION MUST COMPLY WITH CSA STANDARD C22.1-CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE PART 1. EXHAUST FANS AND CANOPIES: Canopies are set over ranges, ovens, kettles, etc,, for ventilation purposes. -
Page 6: Southbend
The vacuum must now be re-established. See following section. For reference, the total amount of distilled water contained in each unit is listed below: KTLE-20 1.5 gals. U.S. KSLE-20 7.2 gals. U.S. KTLE-40 2.5 gals. U.S. KSLE-40 15.6 gals. U.S. -
Page 7: Performance Check
INSTALLATION PERFORMANCE CHECK: The following items should be checked before or within the first 30 days of operation by a qualified service technician. Verify correct voltage, cycle and phase. Check internal electrical connections. Thermostat — cycle for operation check. Check tilt mechanism if applicable. Check hinge and lid assembly. -
Page 8: Section Two - User's Guide
Southbend warrants that the equipment, as supplied by the factory to the original purchasers, is free from defects in materials and workmanship. Should any part thereof become defective as a result of normal use within the period and limits defined below, then at the option of Southbend such parts will be repaired or replaced by Southbend or its Authorized Service Agency. -
Page 9: Operation
OPERATION THEORY OF OPERATION: One BTU (British Thermal Unit) is defined as the amount of heat required to raise one pound of water through one degree Fahrenheit. Therefore, for one pound of water at room temperature, it takes 212° - 70° or 132 BTUs to bring water to 212°... -
Page 10: Cooking Hints
OPERATION FRONT PANEL CONTROLS: Power Switch — This switch turns the main power to the unit on and off. It must be turned on to heat the kettle. It should be turned off when the kettle will not be in use for long periods. (Red) Cooking Light —... -
Page 11: Maintenance
The kettle should be thoroughly cleaned after each use when these types of food additives are used. Before adding any food to your new Southbend kettle, it should be thoroughly cleaned to remove any trace of dirt or oils left over from the manufacturing, storage or transportation of this unit. -
Page 12: Section Three - Service
TILTING AND STATIONARY ELECTRIC SELF CONTAINED STEAM KETTLES SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: ADJUSTMENTS AND SERVICE WORK MAY BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN WHO IS EXPERIENCED IN, AND KNOWLEDGEABLE WITH, THE OPERATION OF COMMERCIAL ELECTRIC COOKING EQUIPMENT HOWEVER, TO ASSURE YOUR CONFIDENCE, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE AGENCY FOR RELIABLE SERVICE, DEPENDABLE ADVICE OR OTHER ASSISTANCES, AND FOR GENUINE FACTORY PARTS. -
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ADJUSTMENTS Using a voltmeter, determine if the elements are being cycled by the pressure switch or by the thermostat: A. If the pressure switch is cycling the unit, the thermostat should be adjusted to a lower temperature. Turn the thermostat adjustment lower until the thermostat is cycling the unit. B. -
Page 14: Southbend
The vacuum must now be re-established. See following section. For reference, the total amount of distilled water contained in each unit is listed below: KTLE-20 1.5 gals. U.S. KSLE-20 7.2 gals. U.S. KTLE-40 2.5 gals. U.S. KSLE-40 15.6 gals. U.S. -
Page 15: Trouble Shooting
SERVICE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE: SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION No heat. No power. Is power to unit? Is junction box on wall on? Does voltage and phase match that of nameplate? Is kettle in upright position (KTLE)? Loose connections. Low water. Fill with distilled water. -
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SERVICE TILTING & STATIONARY ELECTRIC STEAM KETTLES SECTION THREE — SERVICE PAGE 5... -
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SERVICE TILTING & STATIONARY ELECTRIC STEAM KETTLES Litho in U.S.A. SECTION THREE — SERVICE 4-88 PAGE 6... -
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SERVICE TILTING & STATIONARY ELECTRIC STEAM KETTLES SECTION THREE — SERVICE PAGE 7... - Page 19 SERVICE TILTING & STATIONARY ELECTRIC STEAM KETTLES SECTION THREE — SERVICE Litho in U.S.A. 4-88 PAGE 8...
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Page 21: Section Four - Parts
When ordering parts please supply the Model Number, Serial Number, Part Number, Description, plus Finish and Electrical Characteristics, as applicable. For parts not listed consult a Southbend Authorized Parts Distributor or Southbend Authorized Service Agency. If necessary, please consult Southbend Parts Department for assistance. -
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PARTS TILTING MODEL — Please refer to Parts List Charts for proper Key Number identification. STATIONARY MODEL — Please refer to Parts List Charts for proper Key Number identification. TILTING & STATIONARY ELECTRIC STEAM KETTLES SECTION FOUR — PARTS Litho in U.S.A. PAGE 2 4-88... -
Page 23: Southbend
PARTS MODEL: KTLE (Tilting Models) USAGE 480V, 3 PH PART NO. DESCRIPTION GAL. GAL. GAL. GAL. GAL. GAL. PE-123 RED PILOT LIGHT - 250V RECT. (1161515) PE-124 AMBER PILOT LIGHT - 250V RECT. (1167450) 1166562 THERMOSTAT PE-126 THERMOSTAT KNOB (1167451) PP-694 CHROME SAFETY VALVE (1167456) PE-120... -
Page 24: Southbend
PARTS MODEL: KSLE (Stationary Models) USAGE 480V, 3 PH PART NO. DESCRIPTION 20 GAL. 40 GAL. 20 GAL 40 GAL. GAL. PE-123 RED PILOT LIGHT - 250V RECT. (1161515) PE-124 AMBER PILOT LIGHT - 250V RECT. (1167450) 1166562 THERMOSTAT PE-126 THERMOSTAT KNOB (1167451) PP-694 CHROME SAFETY VALVE (50 PSI) (1167456) -
Page 25: Southbend
1100 Old Honeycutt Road Fuquay-Varina. NC 27526 A MIDDLEBY COMPANY (919) 552-9161 FAX (919) 552-9798 (800) 348-2558 Convection ovens Cooker/mixer kettles Fryers Cook & hold convection ovens Special S. custom equipment Floor model broilers Bake 6, roast ovens Convection steamers... -
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ELECTRIC SELF CONTAINED STEAM KETTLES A product with the Southbend name incorporates the best in durability and low maintenance. We all recognize however, that replacement parts and occasional professional service may be necessary to extend the useful life of this unit. When service is needed, contact a Southbend Authorized Service Agency, or your dealer.
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