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BLP-G GAS FLOOR MODEL BRAISING PAN WITH ELECTRIC POWER TILT INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY www.blodgett.com 44 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA Telephone: (802) 658-6600 Fax: (802) 864-0183 S00069 Rev B (10/05)
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION It is recommended that this manual be read thoroughly and that all instructions be followed carefully. This manual should be retained for future reference. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
GAS CONNECTION: Supply gas through 3/4" pipe. A gas shut-off valve must be installed in supply piping convenient and adjacent to appliance. COLD WATER: 3/8" O.D. tubing to faucet. (OPTIONAL) HOT WATER: 3/8" O.D. tubing to faucet. (OPTIONAL) MODEL BTU/HR. kW/HR. 80,000 BLP-30G 23.4 100,000 BLP-40G 29.3 MODEL CAPACITY UNITS 30 gallons inches BLP-30G 114 litres 40 gallons...
If the supply and equipment requirements do not agree, contact your dealer or Blodgett LOCATION The equipment must be kept free and clear of combustible substances. The tilting braising pan, when installed, must have minimum clearance from combustible and non- combustible construction of 3"...
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Ventilation must be provided in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with ANSI/NFPA 96 Standard for Ventilation and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations. FLUE CONNECTIONS Do not obstruct the flow of flue gases from the flue duct located on the rear of the tilting braising pan.
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GAS CONNECTIONS All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the action of propane gases. The gas inlet is located under the control panel on the left-hand side. Connect gas supply to the tilting braising pan. The gas supply line must be at least the equivalent of 3/4"...
3.0 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate this unit in the event of a power failure. Using a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner, clean the protective metal oils from all surface parts and the interior of the tilting braising pan. Follow the cleaner manufacturer’s directions.
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START-UP PROCEDURE 1. Open manual gas shutoff valve. 2. Ensure that the braising pan is in the DOWN position. 3. Turn on power switch. 4. Turn THERMOSTAT dial to desired setting. The red TEMPERATURE LIGHT will come on. This will turn on the electronic ignition which will light the burners. 5.
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TILTING THE BRAISING PAN 1. DO NOT try to tilt braising pan with lid down. 2. Make sure the receiving pan is in place. 3. To tilt braising pan, push and hold TILT SWITCH in the UP mode until desired pan position has been reached.
4.0 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before cleaning or servicing. CLEANING After each use, allow the tilting braising pan to cool and clean it. Keep exposed cleanable areas of the tilting braising pan clean at all times. Do not get water in electrical box or any electrical component.
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CAUTION: The appliance and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning and servicing the appliance. ADJUSTMENTS All tilting braising pans are adjusted at the factory. At least twice a year, have an authorized service person clean and adjust the tilting braising pan for maximum performance.
6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING Burners do not come on: 1. Gas supply to unit is “OFF”. 2. Manual shut off valve is “OFF”. 3. Thermostat is not turned “ON”. 4. Pan not in lowest position. 5. Ignition control not functioning. 6. Unit electrical supply is not plugged in or turned on. Burners produce carbon deposits: 1.