Cleaning; Cooking Compartment Drain; Draining Generator; Compartments - Vulcan-Hart ML-138085 Installation & Operation Manual

C24GA SERIES GAS CONVECTION STEAMERS

CLEANING

Disconnect the electrical
power to the machine and follow lockout/
tagout procedures before cleaning.

Cooking Compartment Drain

Keep compartment drains running freely. Inspect
compartment drains daily for blockage. Remove
any particles or debris from the perforated
strainer daily (or more often if needed).
After cooking greasy foods or seafood, close the
doors and operate each compartment for 25 to
30 minutes to flush any residual grease and oils
down the compartment drain. Make a solution
of warm water and non-chloride/chlorine/bleach
based detergent and pour
of it down each compartment drain. Rinse by
pouring / gallon (1.9 liters) of hot water down
1
2
each compartment drain.

Draining Generator

To prevent malfunction of controls and clogging,
it is essential to drain the generator every day.
This will flush out any accumulated minerals
from the feed water. It will also aid in preventing
internal scale buildup which would interfere
with proper generator operation. Failure to
drain the generator every day will void the
steamer warranty. The presence of minerals
in suspension is indicated by a murky or milky
condition in the first portion of the water drained.
The water being drained is
hot and under pressure. Use care when
cleaning or servicing the generator.
After the generator has been in operation, turn
the unit off with the power switch located on
bottom cooking cavity to drain the generator.
The generator will drain for approximately 15
minutes, removing sediment, scale and lime
buildup in the generator.
/ gallon (1.9 liters)
1
2
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Compartments

Wash the inside of the compartment with
a solution of warm water and non-chloride
detergent. Rinse with warm water.
Once a week, thoroughly clean the exposed
surfaces (sides, front, door and top) with a damp
cloth and polish with a clean cloth. To remove
discolorations, use a nonabrasive cleaner.

Door Gaskets

Clean the gasket sealing surface of the
compartment door daily to remove food acids for
maximum gasket life. Do not use any solvents or
sharp instruments. Wash with a cloth moistened
in a solution of mild detergent and warm water.
Rinse with a fresh cloth moistened with warm
water to remove all traces of detergent.
Wipe dry with a clean cloth. Never apply food
oils or petroleum lubricants directly to the door
gasket. Petroleum-based solvents and lubricants
will reduce gasket life.