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Blodgett KLS-20G Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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KLS-20G, KLS-40G and KLS-60G
GAS FIRED TRI-LEG STATIONARY KETTLE
INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE
BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY
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www.blodgett.com
44 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA Telephone: (802) 658-6600 Fax: (802) 864-0183
S00064 Rev A (5/04)

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  • Page 1 KLS-20G, KLS-40G and KLS-60G GAS FIRED TRI-LEG STATIONARY KETTLE INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY www.blodgett.com 44 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA Telephone: (802) 658-6600 Fax: (802) 864-0183 S00064 Rev A (5/04)

  • Page 2: Important Notes For Installation And Operation

    IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION It is recommended that this manual be read thoroughly and that all instructions be followed carefully. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE Important Notes for Installation and Operation ... 2 1.0 Service Connections ... 4 2.0 Installation ... 5 3.0 Performance Check ... 10 4.0 Operation ... 11 5.0 Maintenance ... 17 6.0 Service ... 22 Adjustments ... 24 Troubleshooting ...

  • Page 4: Service Connections

    1.0 SERVICE CONNECTIONS GAS: KLS-20G-Total 100,000 BTU. One 1" male connection (for location, see drawing below.)  Natural Required operating pressure: Natural Gas 4" W.C.; Propane Gas 10" W.C KLS-40G - Total 100,000 BTU. One 1" male connection. (for location, see drawing below.) ...

  • Page 5: Installation

    2.0 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS Installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, as applicable. 1.

  • Page 6: Gas Connection

    2.0 INSTALLATION (Continued) TO INSTALL 1. Uncrate carefully. Report any hidden freight damage to the freight company immediately. 2. Set the unit in place. Be certain to maintain minimum clearances as stated above. 3. To level the unit use a spirit level in all directions on the top of the kettle (lid up). A.

  • Page 7: Water Connection

    2.0 INSTALLATION (Continued) Purge the supply line to clean out any dust, dirt, or other foreign matter before connecting the line to the unit. It is recommended that an individual manual shut off valve be installed in the gas supply line to the unit. Use pipe joint compound which is suitable for use with LP gas on all threaded connections.
  • Page 8 2.0 INSTALLATION (Continued) WARNING: For an appliance equipped with casters, the installation shall be made with a connector that complies with the standard for connectors for moveable gas appliances, ANSI Z21.69-CSA 6.16 and a quick-disconnect device that complies with the standard for quick-disconnect devices for use with gas fuel, ANSI Z21.41- CSA 6.9;...
  • Page 9 2.0 INSTALLATION (Continued) WARNING: ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. (120V units only). 1.

  • Page 10: Performance Check

    3.0 PERFORMANCE CHECK The following items should be checked before or within the first 30 days of operation by a qualified service technician. 1.0 Verify correct gas type. 2.0 Verify correct voltage, cycle and phase. 3.0 Gas pressure. 4.0 Internal gas connections. 5.0 Internal electrical connections.

  • Page 11: Operation

    4.0 OPERATION Contact the factory, the factory representative or a local service company to perform maintenance and repairs should the appliance malfunction. WARNING: In the event of main burner ignition failure, a 5 minute purge period must be observed prior to re-establishing ignition source.
  • Page 12 in the gas line) may require the unit to be turned off and immediately back on numerous times after each lockout period until the air is purged from the gas line. B. SHUTDOWN STANDBY 1. Place power on switch and thermostat to “OFF” position. COMPLETE 1.
  • Page 13 4.0 OPERATION (Continued) SPARK IGNITER FAILURE: In the event the spark igniter module fails the unit may still be operated by carefully following these instructions. 1. Turn thermostat to OFF position; completely counterclockwise. 2. Turn power switch to OFF position. 3.

  • Page 14: Front Panel Controls

    4.0 OPERATION (Continued) FRONT PANEL CONTROLS: 1. 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. 2.

  • Page 15: Daily Operation

    4.0 OPERATION (Continued) DAILY OPERATION Daily operation should consist of turning on the power switch and setting the thermostat for the desired temperature. It is recommended the kettle be preheated prior to use. Milk or egg based products should be placed in the kettle before heating, however, to prevent sticking.
  • Page 16 END USER TIPS: (Continued) Bring milk and egg products slowly up to temperature in a cold kettle to prevent product adhering to the sides. When planning actual cooking capacity, allow room at top for stirring without spilling. When preparing puddings from a mix, place the powder in a cold kettle, add a small amount of the liquid, and stir to form a thin paste.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    5.0 MAINTENANCE Contact the factory, the factory representative or a local service company to WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before cleaning or servicing. Daily: 1. Wash exposed cleanable areas. Monthly: 1. Clean around burner air mixers, louvered panels and pilots if grease or lint have accumulated.

  • Page 18: Cleaning Instructions

    5.0 MAINTENANCE (Continued) CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before cleaning or servicing. WARNING: Never spray water into electric controls or components! CAUTION: The equipment and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning and servicing. CAUTION: Do not use cleaning agents that are corrosive.

  • Page 19: Draw-Off Valve Cleaning

    5.0 MAINTENANCE (Continued) CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) DRAW-OFF VALVE CLEANING 1. If equipped with a tangent draw-off valve, turn the large hex nut on the draw-off valve counterclockwise until it is completely disengaged from the threads. Grasp the valve knob and slowly pull out the valve stem and disk. Do not allow the disk to come in contact with hard surfaces as it can be damaged and cause valve leakage.

  • Page 20: What To Do If Surface Rust Appears

    5.0 MAINTENANCE (Continued) CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) WHAT TO DO IF SURFACE RUST APPEARS Metal utensils should never be used as they will scratch the surface of the equipment and rust may begin to form. To remove surface accumulation of rust from the inadvertent use of such utensils, the following procedure may be used.
  • Page 21 5.0 MAINTENANCE (Continued) CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) STAINLESS STEEL (Continued) Soil and burn deposits which do not respond to the above procedure can usually be removed by rubbing the surface with SCOTCH-BRITE™ scouring pads or STAINLESS scouring pads. DO NOT USE ORDINARY STEEL WOOL as any particles left on the surface will rust and further spoil the appearance of the finish.

  • Page 22: Service

    It will list the gas type and voltage for which the unit was manufactured. Wiring diagrams for the unit are located in a small envelope affixed to the rear side of the front control panel. Unit KLS-20G KLS-40G KLS-60G MANIFOLD PRESSURE Natural Gas - 4 inches W.C.

  • Page 23: Gas Pressure Regulator

    PILOT ORIFICE SIZES: MODEL KLS-20G, KLS-40G, KLS-60G GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR The gas pressure regulator is an integral part of the combination gas control located just behind the lower front access door. The pressure regulator adjustment is on the lower right side of the gas control (see Figure 1).

  • Page 24: Adjustments

    6.0 SERVICE (Continued) ADJUSTMENTS To check the manifold pressure a pressure gauge (manometer) must be connected to the 1/8" NPT pressure tap on the gas manifold. With the gas off, connect your pressure indicating instrument to the manifold with a fitting appropriate for your instrument. 1.
  • Page 25 6.0 SERVICE (Continued) PRESSURE SWITCH (Continued) 1. Pressure relief valve opening, especially on preheat from a cold start to 275 degrees Fahrenheit (135C) (pressure switch set too high). 2. Burners are being shut down by pressure switch, not the thermostat. (Pressure switch set too low.) The pressure switch is preset for proper operation from the factory.

  • Page 26: Adding Water

    For reference, the total amount of distilled water contained in each unit, and amount to be added in a low water condition is listed below: Total Amount of Model Distilled Water KLS-20G 6 Gallons KLS-40G 9 Gallons KLS-60G 12 Gallons RE-ESTABLISHING VACUUM: With the kettle completely cold a vacuum of 25 to 30 inches mercury column (M.C.) should be...
  • Page 27 with a continuity tester. If the fuse is good, check the main power circuit breaker, which should be external to the kettle. 6.0 CONVERTING BETWEEN NATURAL AND PROPANE GAS WARNING: Fire or explosion hazard can cause property damage, severe injury, or death. 1.
  • Page 28 6.0 SERVICE (Continued) CONVERTING BETWEEN NATURAL AND PROPANE GAS (Continued) Figure 1 Top view of gas control. Figure 2 Installation of conversion kit in regulated gas control.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Unit will not come on Unit will turn on electrically but will not heat LOOK FOR - Power switch is off. - Unit not plugged in. - Main power supply off. - Bad electronic module. - Bad low water control. - Bad spark igniter.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING: PROBLEM Excessive flame rollout on ignition, carboning Unit slow to preheat and slow to recover Unit continuously locks out LOOK FOR - Natural gas unit on propane. - Excessive gas pressure. - Incorrect orifice size. - Faulty regulator in gas control. - Propane gas on natural.

  • Page 31: Appendix „A", Material Safety Data Sheet

    APPENDIX ‘A’ PREPARATION INFORMATION: Prepared for use in Canada by: 1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: Product:: DOWFROST* HD HEAT TRANSFER FLUID, DYED Product Code: 04632 Effective Date: 2/20/01 DOW CHEMICAL CANADA INC. P.O. Box 1012 Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 7K7 Prepared for use in Canada by the E H &...
  • Page 32 S HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION EMERGENCY OVERVIEW   Clear yellow liquid. Odourless. Avoid temperatures above 450 F, 232 POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (See Section 11 for toxicological data.) EYE: May cause slight transient (temporary) eye irritation. Corneal injury is unlikely. Mists may cause eye irritation. SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged contact is essentially nonirritating to skin.
  • Page 33 4. FIRST AID EYES: SKIN: INGESTION: INHALATION: NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES FLASH POINT: METHOD USED: AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: NOT DETERMINED FLAMMABILITY LIMITS LFL: Not determined UFL: Not determined HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in addition to unidentified toxic and/or irritating compounds.
  • Page 34 possibly resulting in spontaneous combustion. Container may rupture from gas generation in a fire situation. EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water fog or fine spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam. Alcohol resistant foams (ATC type) are preferred if available. General purpose synthetic foams (including AFFF) or protein foams may function, but much less effectively.

  • Page 35: Personal Protective Equipment

    S EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne levels below the exposure guidelines. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses. Safety glasses should be sufficient for most operations; however, for misty operations wear chemical goggles. SKIN PROTECTION: Use gloves impervious to this material.
  • Page 36 contact with strong acids HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hazardous decomposition products depend upon temperature, air supply and the presence of other materials. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (See Section 3 for Potential Health Effects. For detailed toxicological data, write or call the address or non-emergency number shown in Section 1).

  • Page 37: Transport Information

    OF WATER. All disposal methods must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the waste generator. THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY HAS NO CONTROL OVER THE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OR MANUFACTURING PROCESSES OF PARTIES HANDLING OR USING THIS MATERIAL.
  • Page 38 U.S. REGULATIONS SARA 313 INFORMATION: To the best of our knowledge, this product contains no chemical subject to SARA Title III Section 313 supplier notification requirements. SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been reviewed according to the EPA “Hazard Categories” promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the following categories: Not to have met any hazard category.

  • Page 39: Canadian Regulations

    CANADIAN REGULATIONS WHMIS INFORMATION: The Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Classification for this product is: This product is not a “Controlled Product” under WHMIS. CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA) This product contains one or more substances which are not listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL).

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