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Your kettle will operate smoothly and efficiently if properly maintained. However, the following is a list of checks to make in the event
of a problem. If the actions suggested do not solve the problem, call your qualified Service Representative. If an item on the list is
followed by an X, the work should be done by a qualified service representative.
TO AVOID INJURY FROM SPLASHING OR SPILLING HOT CONTENTS, EMPTY THE KETTLE THROUGH THE DRAW-OFF
USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR AUTHORIZED
DISTRIBUTOR CAN CAUSE INJURY TO THE OPERATOR AND DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES.
SYMPTOM
Kettle will not heat.
Safety valve leaks a
small amount of steam.
Safety valve leaks a
large amount of steam.
Pipe fitting leaks.
Kettle is hard to tilt.
Kettle makes a banging
noise when steam is
turned on.
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OR BY BAILING BEFORE ANY WORK IS DONE ON THE TILTING MECHANISM.
WHO
(* indicates work that should only be performed by a qualified service representative)
User
a. That the steam inlet valve is open.
b. That the steam supply line is turned on.
c. That the condensate return valve is open.
d. That the boiler is operating properly. Steam should be
supplied at a pressure greater than five PSI.
Authorized
e. Steam supply line for blockage. X
Service Rep Only
f. Condensate return line for blockage. X
g. Steam trap operation. X
User
a. For contamination that prevents seating the valve. With
substantial pressure in the jacket, lift the valve lever briefly
all the way up, to blow the valve clean then let it snap back
down to seat the valve.
Authorized
b. Safety valve for defects. Defective valve MUST be replaced
Service Rep Only
with a valve rated at the same pressures. X
Authorized
a. Steam supply pressure. X
Service Rep Only
b. Safety valve for defects. Defective valve MUST be replaced
with a valve rated at the same pressures. X
User
a. Is the fitting tight?
Authorized
b. If tightening the packing gland does not stop the leak,
Service Rep Only
replace the packing. X
Authorized
a. Tilting gear and worm for the presence of any
Service Rep Only
contamination and for proper alignment and lubrication. X
User
a. Drain water from the jacket by opening the petcock at the
bottom of the kettle before admitting steam into the jacket.
Close the petcock before opening the steam valve.
Troubleshooting
WARNING
WHAT TO CHECK
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