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Classic Steamer Pressure Steamers Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual This manual is updated as new information and models are released. Visit our website for the latest manual. MO ELS: PGM, PEM, For your future reference. PSM, PDM, Model # ______________________________________ PDL-2/3 Serial # ___________ ____________________________ Read the manual thoroughly.
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Safety Notices DANGER As you work on Cleveland Range equipment, be sure to ELECTRC SHOCK HAZARD pay close attention to the safety notices in this handbook. DEATH, INJURY, or EQUIPMENT DAMAGE can result from Disregarding the notices may lead to serious injury and/or touching any component inside this appliance when damage to the equipment.
Table of Contents Section 1 General Information Product Information ......................5 Model Numbers and Serial Numbers ....................5 Product Information Plate ........................5 Electrical Diagram Location ........................5 Section 2 Installation Laws, Codes, and Regulations ................... 7 Installation Details ......................7 Gas Leak Instructions – Gas Units .....................7 Installation Requirements ........................7 Free Start-Up Program .......................
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Table of Contents (continued) Section 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide ....................19 Troubleshooting Notes ........................20 Section 6 Service Record 260BKV 03/15...
Section 1 General Information Product Information This manual covers the operation of Cleveland Range Pressure Steamers, Series PGM, PEM, PSM, PDM and PDL‑2/3, and the standard features and options available on these models. • Other than the selection of options, there are presently no significant design, parts, or operating differences among appliances with these model numbers.
Section 2 Installation Laws, Codes, and Regulations Installation Details The installation of this appliance must conform with: For details on installation of Classic Steamer Pressure Steamers, refer to 260BKT. A. The National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 (latest edition), or the Natural Gas and Propane GAS LEAK INSTRUCTIONS –...
Installation Section 2 Free Start-Um PrograI DO NOT install a water conditioner on your steamer. A softener uses salt to improve water quality. Poor softener Performance Check-Out: Contact your Cleveland Range operation can add chlorides to the steam generator. maintenance and repair center for your Performance Check- A CARBON OR CHARCOAL FILTER must be installed on the Out before starting your new Cleveland Range Steamer.
Section 3 Operation Operation of the Cleveland Range Pressure Steamer is DANGER very easy. Each operator should read and understand the BURN and SCALD HAZARD following procedures to effectively start, operate, and shut down the steamer each day. The owner(s) and operator(s) of Exposure to steam, condensate, and hot surfaces can this equipment should be aware that live steam could cause cause death, burns, and scalds.
Operation Section 3 Press the ON end of the POWER on-off rocker 4. Seal the compartment door by turning the bar handle switch located next to the steam pressure gauge. clockwise just until steam leakage stops. DO NOT The red indicator light in the POWER rocker switch OVERTIGHTEN.
Section 3 Operation Boiler Shutdown Frozen vegetables, in general, should be defrosted before pressure-cooking. Three vegetables can be pressure The red-lighted power switch must be shut off for 3 minutes steamed from the frozen stage: carrots, peas and whole a minimum of once every 8 hours to automatically drain kernel corn.
Operation Section 3 Vegetable Pressure Steam Cooking Chart The cooking time for vegetables have wide limits due to several factors. Young or new vegetables cook in less time than the older ones. Freshly picked vegetables cook faster than those long stored. Different species of the same foods cook in varying time limits.
Section 4 Maintenance General Information Weekly 1. Check the door gasket for wear and reverse it when Follow the maintenance instructions and schedules to help needed. keep the appliance working properly. 2. Pour down the back of each compartment drain a Increase the frequency of maintenance as needed liquid chemical descaler.
Maintenance Section 4 Daily Maintenance EXTERIOR CARE Allow steamer to cool before washing. Use the same The Cleveland Pressure Steamer must be cleaned regularly cleaners and cleaning procedures as for other kitchen to maintain its fast, efficient cooking performance, and to surfaces of stainless steel and aluminum.
Section 4 Maintenance DISSOLVE Order Quantities Container Size Part No. 1-gallon bottles 106174 5-gallon pail 1061741 5-gallon pails 10617411 5-gallon pails 10617412 OVERVIEW OF PUMP DESCALING PROCEDURES Below is a summary of the descaling procedure using the Pump System. The detailed procedure is given on the following pages.
Maintenance Section 4 EQUIPMENT SETUP DESCALING 1. Turn the steamer off; the boiler will drain automatically. 1. Turn the steamer power on. 2. Open the door at the base of the unit. 2. Turn the pump on and open the feed hose valve to the boiler.
Section 4 Maintenance FLUSHING TAKEDOWN AND RETURN TO SERVICE 1. After the boiler has drained completely, it must be 1. The steamer descaling procedure is complete; loosen flushed with water. the hose clamps, remove the hoses. 2. Turn the steamer back on; it will begin filling. 2.
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Section 5 Troubleshooting The Troubleshooting Guide is a list of symptoms of problems that may occur during routine operation. • “Problem” (left column) lists common operating problems. • “Possible Cause” (center column) lists causes of problems in the order they should be checked. •...
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Troubleshooting Section 5 Problem Possible Cause Remedy/Reference Water leaking from bottom of cabinet. Broken or loose plumbing inside steamer Turn off electricity at main disconnect switch cabinet. and close water supply valve(s). See note #1. Water leaking from water pipes or drain Plumbing needs repair.
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Section 6 Service Record Photocopy this page as needed. Use it in the Service Record file. SERVICE RECORD ALLOW ONLY QUALIFIED CLEVELAND RANGE SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES TO SERVICE THIS APPLIANCE. USE ONLY CLEVELAND RANGE FACTORY AUTHORIZED REPAIR PARTS. When properly maintained, these records may assist in Warranty claims. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER INSTALLATION DATE...
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Service Record Section 6 DATE DESCRIPTION OF WORK PART NUMBERS SIGNATURE OF SERVICE REP. 260BKV 03/15...
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