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Instruction, Service, Installation, and Care Manual

Please read this manual completely before attempting to install or operate this

equipment. Notify carrier of damage! Inspect all components immediately.

Countertop Thermostatic Gas Griddle

Countertop Manual Gas Griddle

Countertop Radiant Gas Charbroiler

Gas Hot Plate

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Warranty/TECH Support Call: 800•722•6075

or Email us at: service@fortress-cke.com

15" - 24" - 36" - 48" - 60"

15" - 24" - 36" - 48"

12" - 24" - 36" - 48" - 60"

WARNING!

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.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE

OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR

LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR

ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.

407 Jeffrey's Lane

Goldsboro NC 27530

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Page 1 Instruction, Service, Installation, and Care Manual Please read this manual completely before attempting to install or operate this equipment. Notify carrier of damage! Inspect all components immediately. Countertop Thermostatic Gas Griddle 15" - 24" - 36" - 48" - 60" Countertop Manual Gas Griddle 15"...
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Service, Installation & Care Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your safety and the safety of others are very important. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ CAREFULLY AND SAVE FOR FUTURE CONSULTATION. This is the Safety Alert Symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others.
Page 3 Service, Installation & Care Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Risk of fire / flammable materials. • Installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition). In Canada, installation should conform to installation codes for gas burning appliances and equipment standard CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the propane installation code, CAN/CGA-B149.2, as applicable.
Page 4: Important Tips
Service, Installation & Care Manual Important Tips • Carefully keep this manual for future reference. • Failure to follow the instructions in the consumer manual for equipment installation conditions will void your warranty. • For repairs, contact an authorized service technician only and request original replacement parts.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Service, Installation & Care Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............2 Important Tips ......................4 RECEIVING AND INSPECTING THE EQUIPMENT ..........6 01. INTRODUCTION ....................6 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION ................7 2.1 Equipment Installation Instructions ............7 2.2 Recommendations Before Installation ..........8 2.3 Gas Installation ....................8 2.4 Installation - Gas Standards and Codes ..........9 2.5 Gas Pressure Regulator ................
Page 6: Receiving And Inspecting The Equipment
Service, Installation & Care Manual RECEIVING AND INSPECTING THE EQUIPMENT Even though most equipment is shipped crated, care should be taken during unloading so the equipment is not damaged while being moved into the building. 1. Visually inspect the exterior of the package and skid or container. Any damage should be noted and reported to the delivering carrier immediately.
Page 7: Equipment Installation
Service, Installation & Care Manual The equipment you have purchased from Fortress™ is "Built to Last". Quality, performance, and innovative design built-in, brings value and reliability to your business! Please read this manual carefully to know and understand your equipment to ensure its correct operation for maximum performance. The proper care and use will help for the life your purchase.
Page 8: Recommendations Before Installation
Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION Clearances The appliance area must be kept free and clear of all combustibles. Combustible Non-combustible MODEL Rear Sides Rear Sides 8" 6" 0" 0" Countertop Thermostatic Gas Griddle 8" 6" 0" 0" Countertop Manual Gas Griddle 8"...
Page 9: Installation - Gas Standards And Codes
Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION In Canada, install the appliance in accordance with CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 and local codes. Gas line sizing requirements can be determined by your local gas company or, in North America, by referring to the National Fuel Gas Code, Appendix C, Table C-4 (for natural gas) and Table C-16 (for propane).
Page 10: Gas Pressure Regulator
Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION Installation of this appliance must be in accordance with local installation codes, including: 1. The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any system pressure testing when this test pressure exceeds 1/2 PSI (3.45 kPa).
Page 11 Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION At the bottom of the regulator body there is a gas direction arrow to minimize installation error. This arrow should point to the device’s direction of entry into the equipment. The blue air vent cap on the top of the regulator is part of the regulator and should not be removed.
Page 12: Gas Conversion Instruction
Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION Air vent cap. 2.6 Gas Conversion Instruction The equipments are produced for the use of natural gas (NG). Then check if the gas used in your region is compatible with the type of gas for which the equipment was manufactured.
Page 13 Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION COUNTERTOP THERMOSTATIC GAS GRIDDLE For conversion the following guidelines should be followed: 1. Close the manual gas valve and disconnect the equipment from the main pipeline gas, making sure that there is no leakage. Then remove the pressure regulator from the gas inlet on the equipment to make work easier.
Page 14 Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION COUNTERTOP RADIANT GAS CHARBROILER For conversion the following guidelines should be followed: 1. Close the manual gas valve and disconnect the equipment from the main pipeline gas, making sure that there is no leakage. Then remove the pressure regulator from the gas inlet on the equipment to make work easier.
Page 15 Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION GAS HOT PLATE For conversion the following guidelines should be followed: 1. Close the manual gas valve and disconnect the equipment from the main pipeline gas, making sure that there is no leakage. Then remove the pressure regulator from the gas inlet on the equipment to make work easier.
Page 16: Gas Leak Check
Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION 2.7 Gas Leak Check Before lighting the equipment and putting it into operation, check all gaskets on the gas supply line for leaks. For this, do not use any type of wrench to check for leaks, use a sudsy soap and water solution.
Page 17: First Time Use
Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION 2.9 First Time Use Against shock damage or rocking from transportation, the sides and waste tray have a protective PVC film. Remove any plastics, straps, or protective film from the equipment before operating the equipment. COUNTERTOP GRIDDLE THERMOSTATIC GAS AND COUNTERTOP GRIDDLE MANUAL GAS To protect the equipment against possible moisture damage between fabrication and...
Page 18 Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION COUNTERTOP GRIDDLE MANUAL GAS 1. Open the manual gas supply valve (which will release gas into the equipment). 2. Put your lighting device (wick) past the ignition hole in the flame of the pilot on the equipment panel until contact with the pilot burner and until the flame ignites, repeat this procedure on all pilots (see following image).
Page 19 Service, Installation & Care Manual 02. EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION GAS HOT PLATE DETAIL A SCALE 2:5 1. Open the manual gas supply valve (which will PILOT release gas into the equipment). 2. Light the burner pilot until the flame ignites, repeat on all others. (see image below). *Note: The ignition order does not interfere with the use of the equipment.
Page 20: Cleaning And Maintenance
Service, Installation & Care Manual 03. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 3.1 Cleaning DANGER Do not use toxic or high chemical cleaning materials. See all instructions given by the cleaning equipment manufacturer. After using the equipment and with the equipment not working or hot, clean it to remove food residue.
Page 21: Cleaning The Inside Of The Equipment
Service, Installation & Care Manual 03. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 3.1.2 Cleaning the Inside of the Equipment Let the inside of the equipment cool completely. Use a non-alkaline cleaning agent following the manufacturer's recommendations. Read the steps below to clean your equipment properly: •...
Page 22: Technical Specifications
Exterior Product Dimensions & Weight Shipping Crate Dimensions & Weight Model Width (W) Depth (D) Height (H) Weight Width Depth Height Weight FGTG15 15" 30 33/64" 16 27/32" 9 5/64" 112 lb 18 29/32" 34 1/4" 19 19/64" 137 lb FGTG24 24"...
Page 23 Service, Installation & Care Manual 04. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS COUNTERTOP RADIANT GAS CHARBROILER (PRIME SERIES) COUNTERTOP RADIANT GAS CHARBROILER Exterior Product Dimensions & Weight Shipping Crate Dimensions & Weight Model Width (W) Depth (D) Height (H) Weight Width Depth Height Weight FCBG15 15”...
Page 24: Technical Data
MANIFOLD PRESSURE PRODUCT PER BTU PER Kcal MODEL BURNERS GAS TYPE NOZZLE TUBE PRESSURE(in. W.C) B. T.U/h kcal/h NATURAL GAS 35.000 8.820 FGTG15 L.P. GAS 35.000 8.820 NATURAL GAS 70.000 17.640 FGTG24 L.P. GAS 70.000 17.640 NATURAL GAS 105.000 26.460...
Page 25: Main Components
MAIN COMPONENTS COUNTERTOP THERMOSTATIC GAS GRIDDLE MAIN COMPONENTS OF COUNTERTOP THERMOSTATIC GAS GRIDDLE QUANTITY SIZE CODE DESCRIPTION FGTG15 FGTG24 FGTG36 FGTG48 FGTG60 15" - 24" - 36" - 48" - 60" FG101-0400 LEG ASSEMBLY 15" - 24" - 36" - 48" - 60"...
Page 26 Service, Installation & Care Manual MAIN COMPONENTS COUNTERTOP MANUAL GAS GRIDDLE MAIN COMPONENTS OF COUNTERTOP MANUAL GAS GRIDDLE QUANTITY SIZE CODE DESCRIPTION FGMG15 FGMG24 FGMG36 FGMG48 FGMG60 15" 8.01.53.00006700 24" 8.01.52.00072100 36" 8.01.52.00074300 GRIDDLE PLATE ASSEMBLY 48" 8.01.52.00074700 60" 8.01.53.00008900 15"...
Page 27 Service, Installation & Care Manual MAIN COMPONENTS COUNTERTOP RADIANT GAS CHARBROILER MAIN COMPONENTS OF COUNTERTOP RADIANT GAS CHARBROILER QUANTITY SIZE CODE DESCRIPTION FCBG24 FCBG36 FCBG48 24" - 36" - 48" FG101-0105 TOP GRATE 24" - 36" - 48" FG101-0063 RADIANT 36"...
Page 28 Service, Installation & Care Manual MAIN COMPONENTS GAS HOT PLATE MAIN COMPONENTS OF GAS HOT PLATE QUANTITY SIZE CODE DESCRIPTION FHPG12 FHPG24 FHPG36 1 12" - 24" - 36" FG101-0110 TOP GRATE 2 12" - 24" - 36" FG101-9400 SMALLER BURNER ASSEMBLY 3 12"...
Page 29: Warranty
LIMITED ORIGINAL COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT WARRANTY Fortress warrants that the equipment, as supplied by the factory to the original purchasers, is free from defects in materials and workmanship because of normal use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or a maximum of eighteen (18) months after the shipment date from Fortress.
Page 30 LIMITED ORIGINAL COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT WARRANTY CONTINUED overvoltage is excluded from the warranty. Non-clog range top open burners have a lifetime warranty. Original purchased replacement parts supplied by Fortress will be warranted for 30 days from the parts invoice date. This warranty is for parts cost only and does not include freight or labor charges.
Page 31: Notes
Service, Installation & Care Manual NOTES Warranty/Tech Support 800•722•6075...
Page 32 Service, Installation & Care Manual NOTES 800•722•6075 Warranty/Tech Support...
Page 33 Service, Installation & Care Manual CONSUMER AND PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Purchase Date : Model Number : Serial Number : Installed Date : Install By : Gas Type : Keep this manual, as it contains important information for questions, and adjustments. The same will be required for the warranty claim if required. Warranty/Tech Support 800•722•6075...
Page 34 407 Jeffrey’s Lane Goldsboro, NC 27530 Parts & Service Manuals Available. For Warranty/TECH Support Call: 800•722•6075 or Email us at: service@fortress-cke.com www.fortress-cke.com Manual Version 1.0 REVISED 08/04/2021 D001-0001-FORTRESS © Copyright 2021 Fortress...

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