Electric cabinet base convection steamer (20 pages)
Summary of Contents for Crown SCX-16
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Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. CROWN FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT A Middleby Compan 70 Oakdale Road, Downsview (Toronto) Ontario, Canada, M3N 1V9 Telephone: 919-762-1000 www.crownsteamgroup.com...
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 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.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE Important Notes ............2 Service Connections .
INTRODUCTION DESCRIPTION Model SCX-16, convection steamer mounted on cabinet base and a steam coil boiler, designed to ASME Code and approved as a steam boiler restricted to operation at pressure not to exceed 15 psi. The steamer has two compartments, each with a pan capacity of 16 (1") pans, 8 (2½”) pans and 4 (4") pans.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 1.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL The steam boiler is designed to ASME Code and approved as a steam heating boiler restricted to operation at pressure not to exceed 15 psi.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 1.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) Ideally an exhaust system should be located directly above the appliance to exhaust steam and heat generated by the appliance. 1. Set the unit in place and level using a spirit level.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 2.0 INFORMATION TO STEAM FITTER 1. Assuming availability of 30 psi supply steam pressure immediately to the appliance, then pipe sizes of ½" or 3/4" or 1" will deliver respectively 90, 165 or 385 lbs. of steam per hour to the appliance Heat Exchanger.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 2.0 INFORMATION TO STEAM FITTER (Continued) 1. Note, in 3/4" pipe size, that a Standard 90º Elbow and Angle Valve and a Globe Valve are equivalent to 1.8 feet, 10 feet and 18 feet respectively of straight pipe.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 2.0 INFORMATION TO STEAM FITTER (Continued) PLUMBING CONNECTIONS WARNING: Plumbing connections must comply with applicable sanitary, safety, and plumbing codes. Water Supply Connection The incoming cold water supply connection, at the rear of the boiler cabinet, requires 3/8"...
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 3.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS START UP INSTRUCTIONS Turn on water and steam supply to appliance. Open cabinet door and turn on Power Switch. Pilot light will come ON and steam generating will begin. In approximately 20 minutes, sufficient amount of pressurized steam will have been generated in the heat exchanger.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 3.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) CAUTION: An obstructed drain can cause personal injury or property damage. Frequently check that the compartment drain and plumbing is free of all obstructions. Never place food containers, food or food portion bags in the cooking compartment in such a way that the compartment drain becomes obstructed.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 4.0 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Protect yourself. When flushing control, hot water and steam will flow out of the drain. Be sure to flush your boiler water level control daily. Failure to follow this procedure can cause the control to malfunction resulting in serious boiler damage.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 4.0 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE (Continued) CAUTION: If steam supply does not shut off during blowdown, immediately discontinue use of appliance and call for service. Continue draining water for about fifteen (15) seconds, from control until water is clean.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 DESCALING BOILER CAUTION: Improper use of this procedure may damage your appliance! 1. With Generator tank empty, close manual blowdown valve. If appliance is equipped with Automatic Blowdown, turn water supply OFF to appliance.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 5.0 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Never spray water into electric controls. CAUTION: Do not use cleaning agents that are corrosive. CAUTION: Live steam and accumulated hot water in the compartment may be released when the door is opened.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTICE: Contact the factory, the factory representative or local service company to perform maintenance and repairs. Refer to warranty terms. DOOR LEAKS 1. Check for damage to door gasket.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, STEAM COIL CABINET BASE CONVECTION STEAMER, MODEL SCX-16 6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued) SAFETY VALVE BLOWS 1. Defective safety valve. 2. Pressure too high. Pressure switch requires adjustment (lower) or may be defective. TO CALIBRATE PRESSURE SWITCHES NOTE: Pressure switches are factory set. Calibration is only required if pressure switches are replaced or if adjustment is required.