Blodgett KCH-30DS Installation Operation & Maintenance

Blodgett KCH-30DS Installation Operation & Maintenance

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KCH-DS Series
DIRECT STEAM CABINET BASE TILTING KETTLE
INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE
BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY
www.blodgett.com
44 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA Telephone (800) 331-5842, (802) 860-3700 Fax: (802) 864-0183
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S00054 Rev A (5/04)

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  • Page 1 KCH-DS Series DIRECT STEAM CABINET BASE TILTING KETTLE INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY www.blodgett.com 44 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA Telephone (800) 331-5842, (802) 860-3700 Fax: (802) 864-0183 S00054 Rev A (5/04)
  • Page 2 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 SERVICE CONNECTIONS ... 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ... 5 INTRODUCTION... 7 BASIC FUNCTIONING ... 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ... 9 MAINTENANCE ... 10 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS ... 11 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS ... 12 TROUBLESHOOTING ... 13 Appendix A, Material Safety Data Sheet ... 14 PAGE...
  • Page 4: Service Connections

    Important: Pressure reducing valve required if incoming steam pressure exceeds the kettle rating. COLD WATER: 3/8" O.D. Tubing to faucet. HOT WATER: 3/8" O.D. tubing to faucet. MODEL CAPACITY UNITS 3O gallons inches KCH-30DS 114 litres 40 gallons inches KCH-40DS 151 litres 60 gallons inches 29.5...
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Electrical and grounding connections must comply with applicable portions of the National Electrical Codes. WARNING: Plumbing connections must comply with applicable health, safety and plumbing codes. 1. Select a location to provide drainage directly below the draw-off valve. Allow sufficient rear clearance from the wall for the kettle cover to lift upright freely without obstructions.
  • Page 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) 9. A control box with a power supply equivalent to electrical rating of the unit should be located nearby. A waterproof electrical connection for the power supply to the unit must be provided. 10. The relief valve on the kettle must not be adjusted or closed off as it is set to relieve excess pressure in the kettle.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    3.0 INTRODUCTION DESCRIPTION The Blodgett KCH-DS kettles are direct steam tilting models mounted in a modular cabinet base. It has a hydraulic pump and cylinder to tilt the kettle to any angle between zero and ninety degrees for complete emptying of food products. Includes a pan carrier that holds a 12"...
  • Page 8: Basic Functioning

    4.0 BASIC FUNCTIONING 1. CAPACITIES All model names contain either a 30, 40 or 60 to indicate the capacity of that kettle in gallons. For example, model KCH-40DS indicates a tilting two thirds jacketed steam kettle mounted in a cabinet base, with a capacity of 40 gallons. CONTROLS The electric controls are in the upper right area of the kettle front.
  • Page 9: Operating Instructions

    5.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Do not tilt kettle with lid down. WARNING: The kettle is hot. Use care when operating and servicing the kettle. 1. Turn the power switch on only during tilt cycles. Running the hydraulic power unit continuously may overheat or damage the system. 2.
  • Page 10: Maintenance

    6.0 MAINTENANCE KETTLE No preventive maintenance is required other than adhering to the Cleaning Procedure instructions. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SERVICE Set up regular schedule for checking the oil temperature, hydraulic hoses and keeping the equipment clean. A thick layer of dirt acts as insulation and prevents the hydraulic system from getting rid of heat.
  • Page 11: Hydraulic System Adjustments

    7.0 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS There are three controls available on this power unit. The first is an adjustable relief valve mounted into the custom aluminum manifold block. The other two control the linear speed of the actuator. RELIEF VALVE: The relief valve is located underneath an aluminum hexagon cover on the side of the custom manifold block.
  • Page 12: Cleaning Instructions

    8.0 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Your kettle should be cleaned immediately after each use when cooking a different product or when cooking is completed. Before cleaning, check that the kettle has cooled enough to touch it. 1. Check that the steam supply and power supply is OFF. 2.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    8.0 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 14: Appendix A, Material Safety Data Sheet

    100 Symes Road, P.O. Box 113, Station D Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M6P 3J5 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Review Date: October 22, 2002 Product Code: 07122016 COSMOLUBRIC HF 122 SECTION I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Proper Shipping Name: Hydraulic System Fluid, Other Than Petroleum WHMIS Hazard: Not Controlled TDG Hazard Class:...
  • Page 15 SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA Flash Point (Degrees Fahrenheit) : 520 Method Used NFPA Classifications, Health Fire Reactivity : 0 Extinguishing Methods Special Fire Fighting Instructions : None required Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION Threshold Limit Value (TLV) and Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): See Section II - Hazardous Components Primary Routes of Exposure - Eyes, skin, inhalation.
  • Page 16 SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA Stability: Stable [X], Unstable [ ] Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Strong Oxidizers Hazardous Decompostion Products: Thermal, Oxides of Carbon Hazardous Polymerization: May Occur: [ ], Will Not Occur [X] SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES Potential as a Pollutant: Not considered a pollutant if effective waste disposal methods are utilized.
  • Page 17 ADDITIONAL PRODUCT INFORMATION Carcinogens as Defined By: NTP: Cercla Reportable Quantity (Ibs.): None RCRA Hazardous Waste Number: Not Applicable CEPA: All components of this product are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL) as encoded in the extract of the Canada Gazette, Part I. SARA, Title III, Section 313: This product contains no toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372.

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