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SBF-3E and SBF-5E
ELECTRIC BOILER FREE CONVECTION STEAMER
INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE
BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
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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S00106 Rev B (2/08)
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- Page 1 SBF-3E and SBF-5E ELECTRIC BOILER FREE CONVECTION STEAMER INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION www.blodgett.com 44 Lakeside Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA Telephone (800) 331-5842, (802) 860-3700 Fax: (802) 864-0183 S00106 Rev B (2/08)
- Page 2 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. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing, operating or servicing this equipment.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE 1.0 Service Connection ... 4 2.0 Introduction ... 5 3.0 Installation ... 6 4.0 Performance Check ... 8 5.0 Operating Instructions ... 9 6.0 Cooking Guidelines ... 13 7.0 Preventative Maintenance ... 15 8.0 Troubleshooting ... 17 9.0 Wire Diagrams ... -
Page 4: Service Connection
1.0 SERVICE CONNECTION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION: Ø1 1/8" hole for electrical connection. Rating to be as specified on data plate. DRAIN: ½”NPT 208V MODEL 1 phase 3 phase 43.3 25.0 SBF-3E 28.9 72.1 41.6 SBF-5E 48.1 Inches MODEL DEPTH SBF-3E Total Quantity of Pan... -
Page 5: Introduction
2.0 INTRODUCTION DESCRIPTION The model SBF-3E steamer comes equipped with a standard 9.0 kW heating block that can be reduced to 6 kW on single phase supplies. Model SBF-5E steamer comes equipped with a standard 15.0 kW heating block that can be reduced to 10 kW on single phase supplies. -
Page 6: Installation
3.0 INSTALLATION UNPACKING Immediately after unpacking the steamer, check for possible shipping damage. If the steamer is found to be damaged after unpacking, save the packaging materials and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery. File a claim regardless of extent of damage. We cannot assume responsibility for damage or loss incurred in transit. - Page 7 No plumbing connections are required as steamer is filled manually. DRAIN CONNECTIONS No drain connection is required. WATER CONDITION For best results, Blodgett recommends that the water supply meet the following specification: Hardness: Total Dissolved Solids (TDS): Less than 60 ppm. PH Factor: This degree of hardness can easily be obtained with the use of a properly maintained water softener.
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Page 8: Performance Check
4.0 PERFORMANCE CHECK 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 has been installed, thoroughly test the steamer before operation. Check that door opens and closes for proper operation. -
Page 9: Operating Instructions
5.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROLS 1. Door Handle - Move handle up to open door to cooking cavity. 2. Ready Pilot Light - When lit, indicates the steamer cavity is above 150° F (65° C) and is ready RE ADY C OO KI N G for the cooking cycle. - Page 10 5.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) COOKING CAUTION: Live steam and accumulated hot water in the compartment may be released when the door is opened. Close drain valve. Remove the deflector plate to expose the bottom of the cavity. Pour water through the door up to the “WATER LEVEL” mark on the back wall of the cavity and then replace the deflector plate.
- Page 11 5.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) SHUTDOWN CAUTION: When the unit is not in use, leave the cooking compartment doors ajar to prolong the life of the door gasket. Drain the steamer after each day’s use. Set the power switch to “OFF” CAUTION: Drain water is very hot and can cause severe personal injury.
- Page 12 Inspect the drain opening to assure there are no obstructions. Replace the pan supports and deflector in compartment and leave door ajar. WARNING: When this appliance is installed with casters and is connected to the supply service with flexible electrical conduit, a restraint to prevent damage to the electrical conduit should have been installed.
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Page 13: Cooking Guidelines
6.0 COOKING GUIDELINES Frozen vegetables should always be cooked in perforated 12" x 20" x 2 ½ “ (1/1 65 mm) pans, 7 ½ lbs. (3.4 kg) maximum per pan. Frozen entrees should be underlined with a perforated pan for best results. If they are defrosted first, the heating time will be decreased. - Page 14 The steamer compartment is designed to accept combinations of the pan of 12" x 20" (either solid or perforated) as shown on the following table. DEPTH OF PAN NUMBER OF PANS SBF-3E 1" 2 ½" 4" 6"...
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Page 15: Preventative Maintenance
7.0 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE A good preventive maintenance program begins with the daily cleaning procedure. Additional preventive maintenance operations are presented in this section. In establishments that employ full-time maintenance personnel, the tasks described can be assigned to them. For other installations, tasks requiring mechanical or electrical experience should be performed by an authorized service agency. - Page 16 7.0 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE (Continued) CLEANING Weekly, or more often if necessary: Clean exterior with a damp cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth. Use a non-abrasive cleaner to remove discolorations. It is NOT RECOMMENDED to use cleaning agents that are corrosive. Use of cleaning agents that contain chloride, acids or salts which are corrosive may cause pitting and corrosion when used over a period of time;...
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
At the end of the 30 minute cook cycle, turn power switch “OFF” and drain the contents of the cavity. Thoroughly flush the cavity with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. LEAVE COMPARTMENT DOOR OPEN WHEN NOT IN USE. The steamer is now ready for use. Turn off for overnight shutdown. - Page 18 8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) COMPONENT TESTING 60-MINUTE TIMER Timer Contacts Defective timer contacts will result in failure of cooker compartment to operate. When this occurs, remove the side panel and proceed as follows: 1. Turn off power to the cooker at external circuit breaker. 2.
- Page 19 8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) 3. Set timer dial (any setting beyond “0 - Minute”). If operation is correct, the motor will turn the dial toward “0 - Minute”. If the motor fails to operate, it is defective and the entire timer must be replaced.
- Page 20 8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) Wiring WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before cleaning or servicing. Using an ohmmeter, wiring continuity between the connections shown on the wiring diagram is readily verified. This is best done in stages, removing only those wires required for each continuity check.
- Page 21 8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) STAINLESS STEEL To remove normal dirt, grease or product residue from stainless steel, use ordinary soap and water (with or without detergent) applied with a sponge or cloth. Dry thoroughly with a clean cloth. Never use vinegar or any corrosive cleaner. To remove grease and food splatters or condensed vapours that have baked on the equipment, apply cleanser to a damp cloth or sponge and rub cleanser on the metal in the direction of the polishing lines on the metal.
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Page 22: Wire Diagrams
9.0 WIRE DIAGRAMS...