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Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER. THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any questions concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.
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Seller’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the one year from the date of original installation or 18 months repair of defects without charge by a Wells Mfg. Co. factory from the date of shipment from our factory, whichever...
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PARTS & SERVICE CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing this Wells Manufacturing Co. appliance. Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance will ensure that it gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.
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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS Fig. 1 Heavy Duty Gas Griddle - Features & Operating Controls...
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Do not operate this appliance if the smell of gas is present. Turn off all gas supply valves and move to a remote location to call your Authorized Wells Service Agent for service. The technical content of this manual, including any parts breakdown illustrations and/or adjustment procedures, is intended for use by qualified technical personnel only.
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INSTALLATION UNPACKING & INSPECTION NOTE: DO NOT discard the carton or other packing Carefully remove the appliance from the carton. Remove all materials until you have protective plastic film, packing materials and accessories from the inspected the appliance for appliance before connecting performing any installation procedure. hidden damage and tested it Carefully read all instructions in this manual and the Installation for proper operation.
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INSTALLATION (continued) GAS APPLIANCE CODE COMPLIANCE DANGER: Fire and The installation of gas piping from the outlet side of the gas meter or Explosion service regulator to the griddle must be performed by a technician Hazard qualified and certified or licensed to install gas-fired equipment. NEVER use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
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INSTALLATION (continued) DANGER: INSTALLING THE GAS GRIDDLE Fire and Refer to the nameplate. Verify the fuel type and pressure, which must Explosion match the nameplate specifications. Connecting the hotplate to the Hazard wrong fuel type and/or pressure will compromise the safety and/or NEVER use an open flame to performance of the appliance.
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2000 feet elevation, contact your Adjust the pilot flame to 1/4” high. Test for operation: all sections Authorized Wells Service of the burner must light without undue delay. Drafty conditions Agency. may require a higher flame to allow the pilot to remain lit.
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If the knob will not turn by hand, DO NOT attempt to force or repair it. Contact your Authorized Wells Service Agency for repairs. Forced or improperly repaired valves pose the risk of fire and/or explosion.
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PREPARING THE GRIDDLE SURFACE WARNING: Fire Hazard As manufactured, the steel surface of your Wells griddle has microscopic pores. It is important to fill these pores with oil in order to NEVER attempt to force provide a hard, non-stick cooking surface.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION Turn control valve to a low setting before cleaning. Allow griddle to cool to this lower setting before cleaning. FREQUENCY Daily TOOLS Bristle Brush Clean Cloth or Sponge Mild Detergent Cleaner Formulated for Stainless Steel Warm Water IMPORTANT: DO NOT spill DAILY CLEANING or pour water into controls,...
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) PREPARATION WARNING: Turn gas shut-off valve OFF. Fire Hazard Allow griddle to cool before cleaning. Shut off the gas supply FREQUENCY valve before cleaning. As Needed TOOLS Bristle Brush Clean Cloth or Sponge Mild Detergent Cleaner Formulated for Stainless Steel Warm Water CLEANING BURNERS IMPORTANT: DO NOT spill...
Service Agency for repairs component NOTE: There are no user serviceable components in the burner assemblies or in the con- trol valves. In all cases of dam- age or malfunction, contact your Authorized Wells Service Agency for repairs.
LEGS, ADJUSTABLE 4” METAL (SET of 4) 20563 parts and replacement filters. For factory authorized service, or to order factory authorized replacement parts, contact your Wells authorized service agency, or call: Wells Manufacturing Co. 2 Erik Circle P. O. Box 280 Verdi, NV 89439...