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VPX SERIES STEAMERS
MODELS
VPX3
ML- 126586
VPX5
ML- 126588
www.energystar.gov
For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts
and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanhart.com
VULCAN-HART
DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC
WWW.VULCANHART.COM
INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696
Model VPX3
TEL. (502) 778-2791
FORM 31136 Rev. A (08-04)
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- Page 1 VPX3 ML- 126586 VPX5 ML- 126588 www.energystar.gov For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanhart.com VULCAN-HART DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC WWW.VULCANHART.COM INSTALLATION &...
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Page 3: General
MODEL VPX SERIES STEAMERS PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL The Vulcan-Hart steamer cooks vegetables, frankfurters, eggs, chicken, sausage, fish, corned beef, and many other meats and food items. These steamers are produced with quality materials and workmanship. -
Page 4: Installation Codes And Standards
INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS The steamer must be installed in accordance with: In the United States of America: 1. State and local codes. 2. National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. In Canada: 1. -
Page 5: Service Connections
SERVICE CONNECTIONS Plumbing Connections No plumbing connections are required as the steamer is filled manually. Drain Connections No drain connection is required. Drain the steamer into a suitable container with a three gallon minimum capacity. (See Fig. 1. Drain Kit No. -
Page 6: Water Condition
WATER CONDITION For best results, Vulcan recommends that the water supply meet the following specifications: • Hardness of 2 grains or 35 ppm. • Total dissolved solids (TDS) — 60 ppm. • Ph factor of 7.0 to 7.5. These specifications can easily be obtained with the use of a properly maintained water softener. VENT HOOD Some local codes may require the steamer to be located under an exhaust hood. -
Page 7: Testing Procedure
TESTING PROCEDURE WARNING: THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. THE COOKING COMPARTMENT CONTAINS LIVE STEAM AND HOT WATER. STAY CLEAR WHILE OPENING THE DOOR. Once the steamer is at its final location, thoroughly test the steamer before operation. 1. -
Page 8: Operation
WARNING: THE STEAMER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE STEAMER. THE COOKING COMPARTMENT CONTAINS LIVE STEAM AND HOT WATER. STAY CLEAR WHILE OPENING THE DOOR. CONTROLS (Fig. 3) HEATER LIGHT LOW WATER LIGHT COOKING MODE TIMER OPERATION... -
Page 9: Operating The Steamer
Using The Timer When the TIMED mode is selected, the steamer comes up to idle temperature (lower than the cooking temperature). The operator then selects the desired time with the TIMER control. This quickly brings the steamer up to cooking temperature. At the end of the timed cycle, the steamer returns to the idle temperature. -
Page 10: Steam Cooking
STEAM COOKING Preparation Vegetables, fruits, meats, seafood, and poultry should be prepared normally by cleaning, separating, cutting, removing stems, etc. Root vegetables should be cooked in a perforated pan. Other vegetables may be cooked in a perforated pan unless juices are being saved. Liquids can be collected in a solid 12"... -
Page 11: Cleaning
CLEANING CAUTION: Never use high chlorine or bleach solution for cleaning door gasket. Never use steel wool or other metallic pads to clean the steamer. At The End of Each Day: • Follow shutdown procedures. • Remove stainless steel pan supports and clean in a sink (Fig. 4). •... -
Page 12: Maintenance
Steamer must be cleaned daily, see CLEANING. SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION To obtain service and parts information concerning this model, contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Agency in your area (refer to our website, www.vulcanhart.com for a complete listing of Authorized Service and Parts depots).