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Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. CROWN FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT A Middleby Compan 70 Oakdale Road, Downsview (Toronto) Ontario, Canada, M3N 1V9 Telephone: 919-762-1000 www.crownsteamgroup.com...
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 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. WARNING: Improper installation, operation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE Important Notes for Installation and Operation ........2 1.0 Service Connections .
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC 2.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This steamer was inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking the steamer, check for possible damage. If the steamer is found to be damaged after unpacking, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before cleaning or servicing. Make electrical connection through the 1-1/8" (29 mm) diameter hole provided using 3/4" (19 mm) trade size conduit. Refer to the wiring diagram located inside the right side panel. Use 90 C minimum insulated wire.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC DRAIN CONNECTIONS FIGURE 1 The drain connection must be 1½" (37.5 mm) IPS down, preferably with one or two elbows only, maximum length 6 feet (1830 mm) horizontal and piped to an open gap type drain (Figure 1).
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC WATER QUALITY (Continued) 2. The water level probes become coated with scale. Scale will bridge across the probe insulator from the metal extension which senses the water level in the generator tank. Once this scale becomes wet, the water level control is unable to maintain the proper water level.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC START-UP TEST WARNING: The steamer and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the steamer. The cooking compartment contains live steam. Stay clear while opening the door. Once the steamer is installed and all mechanical connections have been made, thoroughly test the steamer before operation.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC 3.0 OPERATION CAUTION: Live steam and accumulated hot water in the compartment may be released when the door is opened. CAUTION: An obstructed drain can cause personal injury or property damage. CONTROLS Main Power Switch The generator tank will automatically fill and begin heating to the...
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC 3.0 OPERATION (Continued) BEFORE FIRST USE Clean the protective oils from all surfaces of the steamer. Use a non-corrosive, grease dissolving commercial cleaner, following manufacturer’s directions. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. PREHEAT Turn the main power switch ON.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC CONSTANT STEAM FEATURE, (OPTIONAL) A switch has been added to control this feature. It is located below the timer under the heading “COOKING MODE”. TIMED COOKING - The switch must be positioned to the right, towards the heading “TIMED COOKING”.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC COOKING HINTS Your steamer efficiently cooks vegetables or other foods for immediate serving. Steam cooking should be carefully time controlled. Keep hot food holding-time to a minimum to produce the most appetizing results. Prepare small batches, cook only enough to start serving, then cook additional amounts to meet demand.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC SUGGESTED COOKING GUIDELINES PRODUCT TIMER SETTING WEIGHT PER PAN (Minutes) Eggs 10 - 12 8 dozen Scrambled 4 dozen Hard Cooked 2 lb Rice, Long Grain (Cover with 4 cups water/lb.) 2 lb Pasta (Place perforated pan inside solid pan, cover with cold water.)
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC PRODUCT TIMER SETTING WEIGHT PER PAN (Minutes) Claws 2 ½ lb Legs 4 - 6 4 ½ lb Shrimp, Frozen, 10 per lb 4 lb Lobster Tail, Frozen 10 lb Lobster, Live, 10" - 12" 4 per pan Scallops, Fresh 3 lb...
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC PRODUCT TIMER SETTING WEIGHT PER PAN (Minutes) Corn Yellow Whole Kernel, Frozen 5 lb Cobbettes, Frozen 27 ears Corn-on-Cob, Fresh 10 - 12 18 ears Peas, Green 5 lb Potatoes, Whole Russet 40 lb Zucchini, Slices 10 lb...
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC 4.0 CLEANING CAUTION: Do not use cleaning agents that are corrosive. WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before cleaning or servicing. At the end of each day, or between cooking cycles if necessary... Turn main power switch(es) OFF.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC GUIDELINES FOR MAINTAINING STAINLESS STEEL SURFACES There are three things that can break down stainless steel and allow corrosion to develop: 1) Abrasion; 2) Deposits and water; 3) Chlorides. Avoid rubbing with steel pads, wire brushes, or scrapers that can leave iron deposits on stainless steel;...
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC 5.0 MAINTENANCE REMOVAL OF SCALE DEPOSITS WARNING: Read and follow instructions on the CLR bottle. Use plastic or rubber gloves to avoid skin contact. If CLR comes in contact with skin, rinse with clear water. 1.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC 6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING WATER FLOWS INTO COOKING COMPARTMENT: 1. Probes not sensing water, thereby not operating fill solenoid. 2. Scale build-up on operating probe inside generator. 3. Water fill solenoid valve is not closed. Check for scale or foreign particles lodged in diaphragm or core tube of valve.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC 6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) WATER NOT BEING SUPPLIED TO GENERATOR: (Continued) 3. Defective water fill solenoid valve. 4. Defective level control board. 5. Shortage of circuit at operating probe and body. 6. Check that drain solenoid is closed. HEATER ELEMENTS DO NOT COME ON When the steamer is turned ON and heater elements do not activate, and the READY light does not come on, then the contactors may be burned out.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMER, SX-34EC, SX-55EC 7.0 SERVICE ADJUSTMENT FOR HIGH ALTITUDE LOCATIONS NOTICE: Contact the factory, the factory representative or local service company to perform maintenance and repairs. The steamer has been factory set so that when it is ON and during the READY phase, it will maintain water temperature in the steam generator tank at approximately 205 degrees Fahrenheit (just below water boiling point).
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