OPERATOR AND SERVICE MANUAL OM/SM
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1. 4 INSPECTION AND UNPACKING kaisti ae reagere ker Zeros 5 INSTALLATION 5 INITIAL STARTUP 6 a 6 OPE STONE 7 SEQUENCE OF OPERATION vassere NSR 9 CLEANING rode ea bens ee eee eee 10 MAMTE NANCE occ ete ce eiri artene sende 12 TROUBLESHOOTING serer ce eee 14 REFERENCE theese deere es Na 15 MAINTENANCE eee ease 16 WARRANTY see Ad 17 OM TDB 6 Equipment Description The Groen 6 is a table top tilting steam jacketed kettle with a thermostatically controlled self contained electrically heated steam supply and appropriate controls mounted on a sturdy base The body of the TDB 6 Kettle is constructed of stainless steel welded into one solid piece The kettle is furnished with a reinforced rim and a butterfly shaped pouring lip It has a steam jacket rated for working pressures up to 50 PSI Kettle finish is 180 emery grit on the inside and bright semi deluxe on the outside A tilt handle allows the operator to manually tilt the kettle body ina controlled manner Pouring height accepts pans up to 4 inches high on the table top A built in steam generator sized for the kettle capacity and heated by electricity delivers steam into the jacket Airless operation of the steam jacket permits uniform efficient heating at temperatures as low as 150 F and as high as 295 F In2. d Air introduced to the jacket during the filling operation must be removed to obtain efficient heating See i Jacket Vacuumi on page 12 4 Water Treatment Procedure WARNING TO AVOID INJURY READ AND FOLLOW ALL PRECAUTIONS STATED ON THE LABEL OF THE WATER TREATMENT COMPOUND 13 OM TDB 6 Place one quart of water in the mixing container Distilled water is recommended Hang a strip of pH test paper on the rim of the container with about 1 inch of the Strip below the surface of the water Measure the water treatment compound Groen part number 110324 you will be using One way to do this is to add the compound from a measuring cup Stir the water continuously while you slowly add water treatment compound until the water reaches a pH between 10 5 and 11 5 Judge the pH by frequently comparing the color of the test strip with the color chart provided in the pH test kit If you have difficult matching colors use an electro analytical device to check or ask another person to help you Record the exact amounts of water and treatment compound used These amounts may be used again if the same sources of water and compound are employed to refill the jacket in the future However it is advisable to check the pH every time treated water is prepared OM TDB 6 Troubleshooting Your Groen kettle will operate smoothly and efficiently if properly maintained However the following is a list of checks to
3. If A re gauge should show a vacuum it does not see Jacket Vacuum at right b Also check jacket water level every day It should be between the minimum maximum marks on the gauge glass If the level is low see Jacket Filling and Water Treatment on page 13 c Ensure that wiring is securely connected and in good condition d Keep the inside of the support housing clean the safety valve at least twice each month Test the valve with the kettle 12 operating at five PSI by lifting the test lever to release steam WARNING gt AVOID STEAM CONTACT WARNING WHEN TESTING AVOID ANY EXPOSURE TO THE STEAM BLOWING OUT OF THE SAFETY VALVE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS Then release the lever and let the valve snap shut If the lever does not activate or there is no evidence of discharge or the valve leaks immediately discontinue use of the kettle and contact a qualified Groen service representative 2 Jacket Vacuum When the kettle is cold a positive pressure reading or areading near zero on the pressure vacuum gauge indicates air in the jacket This slows down heating of the kettle To remove air a Start the unit See the Operation section of this manual b When the pressure vacuum gauge reaches a positive pressure reading of five PSI release the entrapped air and steam by pulling up on the safety valve ring for about
4. addition to the adjustable thermostat for operating control the unit has a tilt cut off switch low water control safety valve and pressure switch as safety features A heating indicator light pressure gauge and sight glass are provided for monitoring kettle operation A single electrical connection is required for installation The unit employs single phase 208 or 240 volt power Kettle Capacity Jacket Capacity Accessory equipment includes 1 Lift off cover Basket insert 3 5 9 Stand which holds a pan for filling see illustration at right 4 Faucets TDB 6 mounted on optional TS 9S stand OM TDB 6 Inspection and Unpacking The unit will arrive in a heavy shipping carton and will be attached to a skid Immediately upon receipt inspect the carton carefully for exterior damage CAUTION SHIPPING STRAPS ARE UNDER TENSION AND CAN SNAP BACK WHEN CUT TAKE CARE TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT BY STAPLES LEFT IN THE WALLS OF THE CARTON Carefully cut the polyester straps around the carton and detach the sides of the box from the skid Pull the carton up off the unit Thoroughly inspect the unit for concealed damage Report any shipping damage or incorrect shipments to the delivery agent Write down the model number serial number and installation date and file this information for future reference Space for these entries is provided at the top of the Service Log at the back
5. desired temperature b Thermostat calibration X c Thermostat operation The thermostat should click when the dial is rotated above and below the setting for the temperature of the kettle X d Pressure switch setting Kettle heats slowly User a For air in jacket See Jacket Vacuum in the Maintenance section of this manual Auth b Heater elements with ohmmeter for ground short or Service open element If an element is defective call Groen X Rep Only c Voltage of main power source X Safety valve pops User a For airin the jacket See Jacket Vacuum the Maintenance section of this manual b Pressure switch setting X c Thermostat operation Thermostat should click when the dial is rotated above and below the setting for the temperature of the kettle X d Safety valve If the valve pops at pressures below 49 PSI replace it X e Contactor to determine whether it is de energized X
6. only filling the kettle half full of water Test basket and product displacement with the kettle OFF and with cold water in the kettle CAUTION DO NOT OVERFILL THE KETTLE WHEN COOKING HOLDING OR CLEANING KEEP LIQUIDS 2 3 5 8 cm BELOW THE KETTLE BODY RIM TO ALLOW CLEARANCE FOR STIRRING BOILING AND SAFE PRODUCT TRANSFER b Load basket on a level stable work surface c Lift the loaded basket with both hands Get help from another person if the basket is too heavy for safe handling d Slowly lower product into kettle WARNING AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS WARNING AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS OM TDB 6 When removing basket with cooked product lift basket straight up so the bottom of the basket clears the rim and pouring lip Wear protective oven mitts and a protective apron f Allow hot water to fully drain from product before moving the basket away from the kettle Do not rest kettle basket on the kettle rim or pouring lip If basket is too heavy get help from another person Remove product immediately from the basket into another container being sure to avoid contact with hot product and hot basket g Place basket with food on stable flat surface setting it inside a solid steamer or bake pan to catch any remaining hot water draini
7. 1 second Let the pull ring snap back into the closed position Repeat this step immediately after the gauge again reads five PSI WARNING 2 AVOID STEAM CQ CONTACT WARNING AVOID ANY EXPOSURE TO THE STEAM BLOWING OUT OF THE SAFETY VALVE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS Jacket Filling and Water Treatment a The jacket was charged at the factory with the proper amount of treated water You may need to restore the water to its proper level b either because water was lost as steam during venting or because treated water was lost by draining a If you are replacing water lost as steam use distilled water If you are replacing treated water that ran out of the jacket prepare more treated water as directed in step 4 i Water Treatment Procedure i d CAUTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING STEP 3b VERIFY THAT THE PRESSURE GAUGE SHOWS ZERO A VACUUM IF THE GAUGE SHOWS A READING HIGHER THAN ZERO PSIG RELIEVE THE PRESSURE BY CAREFULLY PULLING THE SAFETY VALVE RING b Allow the kettle to cool completely Turn the elbow on the safety valve counterclockwise to avoid thread damage until the opening of the elbow faces upward Open safety valve and pour the water or treated water in at the elbow until the water level rises to a point between the marks on the gauge glass CAUTION BEFORE YOU HEAT THE KETTLE FOR ANY PURPOSE TURN THE ELBOW CLOCKWISE UNTIL THE OPENING AGAIN FACES DOWNWARD
8. 12 of this manual 3 Turn on the electrical power to the unit 4 Turn the thermostat dial to the desired setting The heating indicator light shows that the kettle is heating and cycling of the light on and off indicates that the kettle is being held at the set temperature Once in each cycle the contactors in the support housing will make a clicking sound This is normal B To Transfer Product or Empty Kettle The kettle is designed and manufactured to be tilted in a controlled manner Grasp the insulated plastic ball firmly Maintain a firm grip on handle when tilting while keeping kettle body in a tilted position and when SLOWLY returning the kettle body to an upright position WARNING AVOID ALL CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS TAKE SPEGIAL CARE TO AVOID CONTACT WITH HOT KETTLE BODY OR HOT PRODUCT WHEN ADDING INGREDIENTS STIRRING OR TRANSFERRING PRODUCT TO ANOTHER CONTAINER CAUTION DO NOT OVERFILL THE KETTLE WHEN COOKING HOLDING OR CLEANING KEEP LIQUIDS AT LEAST 2 3 5 8 cm BELOW THE KETTLE BODY RIM TO ALLOW CLEARANCE FOR STIRRING BOILING PRODUCT AND SAFE TRANSFER WARNING WHEN TILTING KETTLE FOR PRODUCT TRANSFER 3 WEAR PROTECTIVE OVEN MITT AND PROTECTIVE APRON 2 USE CONTAINER DEEP ENOUGH TO CONTAIN AND MINIMIZE PRODUCT SPLASHING 3 P
9. 2 quarts of water into the kettle RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS 4 Following To Start Kettle instructions in the Operation section of this manual begin heating the water at the highest thermostat setting The heating indicator light should come on immediately and heating should continue until the water boils 5 To shut down the unit turn the thermostat dial to OFF If the unit functions as described above it is ready for use If the unit does not function as intended contact your local Groen Certified Service Agency A simple turn of the thermostat controls the Groen 6 Kettle OM TDB 6 Operation THERMOSTAT DIAL vn INDICATOR FE LIGHT l VALVE u GI a N WATER HOUSING 5 LEVEL GAUGE BEHIND HOUSING The operator controls kettle heating with the thermostat dial The dial turns heating element electric power on or off and sets the operating temperature of the kettle A To Start Kettle 1 EVERY DAY make sure that the jacket water level is between the marks on the gauge glass If the level is below the lower mark see Jacket Filling and Water Treatment on page 13 of this manual 2 Check the pressure gauge If the gauge does not show 20 to 30 inches of vacuum that is a reading of 20 to 30 below 0 see Jacket Vacuum on page
10. ED TO WORK WITH ELECTRICITY IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT ELECTRICALLY GROUND THE UNIT AT THE TERMINAL PROVIDED FAILURE TO GROUND UNIT COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT EQUIPMENT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS DO NOT OVER FILL THE KETTLE WHEN COOKING HOLDING OR CLEANING KEEP LIQUIDS A MINIMUM OF 2 3 5 8 cm BELOW THE KETTLE BODY RIM TO ALLOW CLEARANCE FOR STIRRING BOILING AND SAFE PRODUCT TRANSFER TAKE SPECIAL CARE TO AVOID CONTACT WITH HOT KETTLE BODY OR HOT PRODUCT WHEN ADDING INGREDIENTS STIRRING OR TRANSFERRING PRODUCT TO ANOTHER CONTAINER WHEN TILTING KETTLE FOR PRODUCT TRANSFER 1 WEAR PROTECTIVE OVEN MITT AND PROTECTIVE APRON 2 USE CONTAINER DEEP ENOUGH TO CONTAIN AND MINIMIZE PRODUCT SPLASHING 3 PLACE CONTAINER ON STABLE FLAT SURFACE AS CLOSE TO KETTLE AS POSSIBLE 4 STAND TOLEFT ORRIGHT SIDE OF KETTLE DEPENDING ON TILTING HANDLE PLACEMENT WHILE POURING DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY IN POUR PATH OF HOT CONTENTS 5 POUR SLOWLY MAINTAIN CONTROL OF KETTLE BODY HANDLE AT ALL TIMES AND RETURN KETTLE BODY TO UPRIGHT POSITION AFTER CONTAINER IS FILLED OR TRANSFER IS COMPLETE 6 DONOT OVER FILL CONTAINER AVOID DIRECT SKIN CONTACT WITH HOT CONTAINER AND ITS CONTENTS KEEP FLOORS
11. IMPORTANT INFORMATION KEEP FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION OPERATOR AND SERVICE MANUAL OM SM TDB 6 Part Number 148732 DOMESTIC MODEL TDB 6 Steam Jacketed Kettle Self Contained Electrically heated Table top mounted Tilting THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE Information contained in this document is known to be current and accurate at the time of printing creation Unified Brands recom 2 mends referencing our product line websites MADE INUSA unifiedbrands net for the most updated Kg product information and specifications OM TDB 6 IMPORTANT READ FIRST IMPORTANT CAUTION WARNING WARNING DANGER WARNING WARNING CAUTION WARNING WARNING CAUTION WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING BE SURE ALL OPERATORS READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN THE COMMERCIAL HEATING COOKING AND HOLDING OF WATER AND FOOD PRODUCTS PER THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ANY OTHER USE COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND WILL VOID WARRANTY KETTLE MUST BE INSTALLED BY PERSONNEL QUALIFI
12. IN FRONT OF KETTLE WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY IF SPILLS OCCUR CLEAN IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID SLIPS OR FALLS FAILURE TO CHECK SAFETY VALVE OPERATION PERIODICALLY COULD RESULT INPERSONAL INJURY AND OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT WHEN TESTING AVOID ANY EXPOSURE TO THE STEAM BLOWING OUT OF THE SAFETY VALVE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS TO AVOID INJURY READ AND FOLLOW ALL PRECAUTIONS STATED ON THE LABEL OF THE WATER TREATMENT COMPOUND BEFORE REPLACING ANY PARTS DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM THE ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY OM TDB 6 IMPORTANT READ FIRST IMPORTANT WARNING KEEP WATER AND SOLUTIONS OUT OF CONTROLS AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT NEVER SPRAY OR HOSE THE SUPPORT HOUSING OR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION MOST CLEANERS ARE HARMFUL TO THE SKIN EYES MUCOUS MEMBRANES AND CLOTHING PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN WEAR RUBBER GLOVES GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING CAREFULLY READ THE WARNINGS AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE LABEL OF THE CLEANER TO BE USED CAUTION USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY GROEN OR THEIR AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS CAN CAUSE OPERATOR INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES IMPORTANT SERVICE PERFORMED BY OTHER THAN FACTORY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL WILL VOID WARRANTIES Table of Contents IMPORTANT OPERATOR WARNINGS be bard heat aee eden s 2 EQUIPMENT DESGRIPTION
13. LACE CONTAINER ON STABLE FLAT SURFACE AS CLOSE TO KETTLE AS POSSIBLE 4 STAND TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF KETTLE DEPENDING TILTING HANDLE PLACEMENT WHILE POURING NOT DIRECTLY IN POUR PATH OF HOT CONTENTS POUR SLOWLY MAINTAIN CONTROL OF KETTLE BODY HANDLE AT ALL TIMES AND RETURN KETTLE BODY TO UPRIGHT POSITION AFTER CONTAINER IS FILLED OR TRANSFER IS COMPLETE DO NOT OVERFILL CONTAINER AVOID DIRECT SKIN CONTACT WITH HOT CONTAINER AND ITS CONTENTS Packaging Processing 7 Bid on Equipment 1 847 683 7720 www bid on equipment com OM TDB 6 CCAUTION gt KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN CAUTION KEEP FLOORS IN FRONT OF THE KETTLE AREA CLEAN AND DRY CLEAN SPILLS AT ONCE TO AVOID SLIPS OR FALLS C To Shut Down Kettle 1 Turn the thermostat dial to OFF 2 For prolonged shut down or before cleaning the outside of the unit shut off the power supply to the unit D Use of Common Accessories 1 Lift Off Cover As with stock pot cooking an optional lift off cover can speed heating of water and food products It helps retain heat in the cooking vessel and reduces the heat and humidity released into the kitchen Use of a cover can reduce some product cook times and help maintain the temperature color and texture of products being held or simmered for extended periods Make sure plastic ball handle is secure on the lift off cover before using ALWAYS use the plastic handle to place or remove
14. in accordance with ANSI NFPA 70 current edition VOLTAGE housing making a watertight connection with the incoming lines A BX connection is not recommended DANGER ELECTRICALLY GROUND THE UNIT AT THE TERMINAL PROVIDED FAILURE TO GROUND UNIT COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH KETTLE MUST BE BOLTED DOWN BEFORE USE REMOVE WARNING LABEL AFTER INSTALLATION 4 Apply asmall bead of silicone caulk around the perimeter of the kettle base 5 Confirm that the jacket water level is between the marks on the gauge glass If the level is low follow the instructions under Jacket Filling and Water Treatment in the Maintenance section of this manual 6 The open end of the elbow on the outlet of the safety valve must be directed downward If itis not turn the elbow to the correct position 7 Any mechanical or electrical change must be approved by the Groen Food Service Engineering Department OM TDB 6 Initial Start Up IMPORTANT BE SURE OPERATORS READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL Now that the kettle has been installed you should test it to ensure that the unit is operating correctly 1 Remove all literature and packing materials from inside and outside of the unit WARNING 2 Turnon the electrical service to the unit AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD 3 Pour 1
15. make in the event of a problem Wiring diagrams are furnished inside the service panel Items marked with an should only be performed by a qualified Groen Service Representative USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY GROEN OR THEIR AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS CAN CAUSE INJURY TO THE OPERATOR AND DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES SYMPTOM WHAT TO CHECK Items marked with should only by done by factory authorized service Kettle will not heat and heating User Electric power supply to the unit indicator will not come on b Water level in jacket Control circuit fuses Replace a blown fuse only with a fuse of the same AMP rating X For loose or broken wires X Tilt cut off switch That pressure switch is open X Operation of variable thermostat X Low water cutoff X Kettle will not heat but heating Contactor X indicator comes on i Heater elements with ohmmeter for ground short or open element If element is defective call Groen X Kettle continues heating after it a Thermostat dial setting reaches the desired temperature Auth b Thermostat circuit for short X Service c Thermostat operation The thermostat should click when Rep Only the dial is rotated above and below the setting for the temperature of the kettle X d Contactor to determine whether it is energized or stuck X Kettle stops heating before it a Thermostat dial setting reaches the
16. mostat dial to OFF shuts down all control and heating circuits OM TDB 6 Cleaning 1 Suggested Tools a Cleaner such as Klenzade HC 10 or HC 32 from ECOLAB Inc b Kettle brushes in good condition c Sanitizer such as Klenzade XY 12 d Film remover such as Klenzade LC 30 Stainless steel cleaner such as 2 from Zep Manufacturing Co NOTE See Reference Section for information about purchasing these cleaners 2 Precautions Before cleaning shut off the kettle by turning the thermostat dial to OFF Shut off electric power to the unit at a remote switch such as the circuit breaker WARNING KEEP WATER AND SOLUTIONS AWAY FROM CONTROLS AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT NEVER SPRAY SUPPORT HOUSING OR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS PROTECTION 127 CAUTION MOST CLEANERS ARE HARMFUL TO THE SKIN EYES MUCOUS MEMBRANES AND CLOTHING PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN WEAR RUBBER GLOVES GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING READ THE WARNINGS AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE LABEL OF THE CLEANER CAREFULLY 3 Procedure a Clean food contact surfaces as soon as possible after use If the unit is in continuous use thoroughly clean and sanitize the interior and exterior at least once every 12 hours WARNING AVOID ANY DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS 10 b Scrape and flush out food residues Be careful not to scratch
17. ng from product Sequence of Operation The following action reaction outline is provided to help the user understand how the equipment works When the operator starts up the kettle by turning the operating thermostat dial from OFF to a desired setting the thermostat switch closes This lets power flow to the contactor coil The coil then activates the contactor which sends power to the heating elements and indicator light When the temperature of the steam jacket reaches the value corresponding to the dial setting the thermostat switch opens This turns off the heating indicator light and stops the heaters As soon as the thermostat senses that the kettle is cooling below the set point the thermostat switch closes the heating indicator light comes on and the heaters come on again On off cycling continues keeping the kettle at the set temperature This is why the heating indicator light cycles on and off during normal operation Every time the kettle is tilted the tilt cut off switch interrupts the power supply to the heaters so that the heating elements will not operate while not submerged in the jacket water If steam pressure greater than 50 PSI is generated in the jacket the safety valve will open and relieve the excess pressure In the event that the jacket water level gets too low and the heating elements overheat the low water control will open and shut off power to the elements Setting the operating ther
18. of this manual CAUTION THIS UNIT WEIGHS 50 LB 23 KG INSTALLER SHOULD OBTAIN HELP AS NEEDED TO LIFT THIS WEIGHT SAFELY When installation is to begin carefully cut the straps which hold the unit on the skid Lift the unit straight up off the skid Examine packing materials to be sure loose parts are not discarded with the materials Attach the tilt handle normally shipped inside the kettle by carefully threading it into the socket on the trunnion support Be careful to avoid cross threading fine socket threads Installation The Groen Kettle is provided with complete D 3 Bringing the electrical service through internal wiring Itis ready for immediate WARNING the entrance at the rear of the support connection A wiring diagram is provided in HIGH this manual and on the inside of the control housing service panel WARNING INSTALLATION OF THE KETTLE MUST BE DONE BY PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO WORK WITH ELECTRICITY IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT The completed unit has been operated at the factory to test all controls and heater elements 1 Set the kettle in place and level it The base must be securely fastened to a table or work surface Installation under a ventilation hood is recommended 2 Provide electrical power as specified on the electrical information plate attached to the equipment Observe local codes and or The National Electrical Code
19. pplier s instructions apply the agent after the unit has been cleaned and drained Rinse off the sanitizer thoroughly 11 OM TDB 6 It is recommended that each piece of equipment be sanitized just before use If there is difficulty removing mineral deposits or a film left by hard water or food residues clean the kettle thoroughly and use deliming agent like Groen Delimer Descaler Part Number 114800 or Lime Away from Ecolab in accordance with the manufacturer s directions Rinse and drain the unit before further use If cleaning problems persist contact your cleaning product representative for assistance The supplier has a trained technical staff with laboratory facilities to serve you OM TDB 6 1 The pressu of 20 to 30 inches when the kettle is cold Maintenance NOTICE Contact Groen or an authorized Groen representative when repairs are required Periodic Maintenance A Maintenance amp Service Log is provided at the back of this manual with the warranty information Each time maintenance is performed on your Groen kettle enter the date on which the work was done what was done and who did it Keep this manual on file and available for operators to use Periodic inspection will minimize equipment down time and increase efficiency of operation Check the following points a Check the pressure vacuum gauge every day The gauge should show a vacuum of 20 to 30 inches when the kettle is cold
20. the cover from the kettle Wear protective oven mitts and a protective apron When putting the cover on the kettle position iton top of kettle rim with its flat edge facing the pouring lip WARNING AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS When removing cover a Firmly grasp the plastic handle b Lift rear edge farthest from operator 1 2 3 5 cm to allow any steam and water vapor to escape the cooking vessel Wait 2 3 seconds c Tilt cover to 45 60 angle and allow any hot condensate or product to roll off cover back into kettle d Remove the cover ensuring that any remaining hot condensate or product does not drip on operator floor or work surfaces e Place cover on safe flat sanitary out of the way surface or return to kettle rim CAUTION DO NOT TILT KETTLE BODY WITH COVER IN PLACE COVER MAY SLIDE OFF CAUSING INJURY TO OPERATOR Basket Insert An optional kettle basket insert can assist in cooking boiled products including eggs potatoes vegetables shellfish pasta and rice The nylon mesh liner must be used when cooking products smaller than the mesh size of the basket approximately 6 mm such as rice and small pasta shapes Tips For Use a Allow for water displacement of basket and product This may mean
21. the kettle with metal implements Prepare a hot solution of the detergent cleaning compound as instructed by the supplier Clean the unit thoroughly A cloth moistened with cleaning solution can be used to clean controls housings and electrical conduits d Rinse the kettle thoroughly with hot water then drain completely part of the daily cleaning program clean soiled external and internal surfaces Remember to check the sides of the unit and control housing f To remove stuck materials use a brush sponge cloth plastic or rubber scraper or plastic wool with the cleaning solution To reduce effort required in washing let Use a sponge cloth or plastic brush to clean the kettle Scrapers or steel wool can harm the kettle surface the detergent solution sit in the kettle and soak into the residue Do NOT use abrasive materials or metal tools that might scratch the surface Scratches make the surface harder to clean and provide places for bacteria to grow Do NOT use steel wool which may leave particles in the surface and cause eventual corrosion and pitting The outside of the unit may be polished with a Stainless steel cleaner such as Zepper from Zep Manufacturing Co When equipment needs to be sanitized use a solution equivalent to one that supplies 200 parts per million available chlorine Obtain advice on sanitizing agents from your supplier of sanitizing products Following the su
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