Vulcan Materials K12DTT User's Manual
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1. 12 DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES INSTALLATION OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF K6DTT AND K12DTT DIRECT STEAM TILTING KETTLES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Vulcan countertop tilting kettles are produced with quality workmanship and material Proper installation usage and maintenance will result in many years of satisfactory performance It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided These kettles must be connected to a plumbing source according to applicble specifications and codes These units are built to comply with applicable manufacturing standards and approvals Approval agencies include UL NSF ASME and NB It is the responsibility of the owner installer to comply with these codes The Direct Steam Kettles are available in both Fig 1 K6DTT Direct Steam Tilting Kettle 6 and 12 gallon capacity models TABLE 1 MODEL CHART Model Gallons Quarts Number K6DTT K12DTT Fig 2 K12DTT Direct Steam Tilting Kettle DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES INSTALLATION Before installing verify that the direct steam supply required for the equipment covered by this manual agrees with the specifications on the machine data plate located on the back of the unit If the direct steam supply does not agree with the equipment requirements do not proceed with the installat2. 5 INSTALLAT ION sisicimniteciscsisincteaniampssansaccaseicesussiaabeachenimaniaiianstiardiebstacseiuattexantaamenbieiaauediteesaadesoulsansetnls 5 INSTALLING K6DTT ON COUNTER OR STAND 5 INSTALLING K12DTT ON TABLE OR STAND a e 6 PLUMBING CONNECTIONS eea aiaia EEEa RET 6 Steam Supply AEE EEEE E a a 6 areire ei eee ne Maeda 6 OPERATION eit erst ce Pi Biss tin Pac Cn pa al OER E A Petcare ET S N EE 7 DIRECT STEAM cicsaisasctinesinatadcnesnsinimasiosaccerssnianambadiniioesiutardingeveeseinanapasotassedkticia paaateadeciuanaadacionand 7 CLEANING EE E E E N 7 STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING T Enemies of Stainless cc ccccccccccccccceecseeeseeceeeeeeeeeceseeseeeeececeeeesesesseeeeeceseeeesesseeuaaees 8 Recommended cleaners for specific 9 E E ssn eae ancl ate eset 9 MAINTENANCE 9 TROUBLESHOOT ING 10
3. INSTALLATION amp OPERATION MANUAL DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES G m MODELS K6DTT ML 136070 K12DTT 136071 For additional information on Vulcan Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area visit our website at www vulcanequipment com VULCAN HART 3600 NORTH POINT BLVD DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP LLC BALTIMORE MD 21222 WWW VULCANEQUIPMENT COM FORM 37480 02 11 DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL STEAM EQUIPMENT WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL 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 DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF AND K12DTT DIRECT STEAM TILTING KETTLES 4 GENERAL sseeg reiia E AEA E E E A REE ES AE AEE RAEE EAE 4 UNPACKING ees deine tea renees anan 5 INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS sicisiscsscinvcstscvesdsorvitstsdlinnsiteevieviolevesrel anviakiedaunined 5 LOGA TION in settee nei o Seo aaa cu tee TARA al MO Sac eda
4. 4 Thoroughly rinse the interior and dry witha soft cloth 5 Rinse the exterior and dry witha soft cloth STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING Contrary to popular belief stainless steels ARE susceptible to rusting Corrosion on metals is everywhere It is recognized quickly on iron and steel as unsightly yellow orange rust Such metals are called active because they actively corrode in a natural environment when their atoms combine with oxygen to form rust Stainless steels are passive metals because they contain other metals like chromium nickel and manganese that stabilize the atoms 400 series stainless steels are called ferritic contain chromium and are magnetic 300 series stainless steels are called austenitic contain chromium and nickel and 200 series stainless also austenitic contains manganese nitrogen and carbon Austenitic types of stainless are not magnetic and generally provide greater resistance to corrosion than ferritic types DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES With 12 30 percent chromium an invisible passive film covers the steel s surface acting as a shield against corrosion As long as the film is intact and not broken or contaminated the metal is passive and stainless If the passive film of stainless steel has been broken equipment starts to corrode At its end it rusts Enemies of Stainless Steel There are three basic things which can break down stainless steel s p
5. drip leg onthe supply line notdirectly in the supply line 4 Install steam line pressure gauge to determine actual pressure to kettle 5 Connect the steam supply line 2 pipe size to the steam inlet fitting on the right leg stanchion Drain Connection 1 Install a steam steam strainer trap the 17 3 condensate line left side near the kettle and am run a condensate return line to the drain Figure 4 K12DTT mounting hole location 2 Installa check valve and gate shut off valve near the kettle if the condensate line will be 1 Drill four 7 6 holes in table stand top as going to the boiler shown in Figure 4 _ Pressure Pressure 2 Drill two 1 holes in table or stand top as Vae Reducing shown in Figure 4 Lo Valve Strainer E on D lt T lt STRM Install 3 s anchor couplings in the 1 holes iii STEAM LINE PLUMBING DRAIN 4 Setkettle on table or stand top align holes and attach using four 5 6 18 hex head Stean screws lock washers FROM ee TO DRAIN OR BOILER KETTLE CONDENSATE RETURN 5 Using flexible steel or copper tubing CONDENSATE RETURN PLUMBING connect steam and condensate lines under the kettle Figure 5 K6DTT Plumbing DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES OPERATION AWARNING The kettle and its parts are hot Use care when operating cleaning or servicing the kettle NOTE Food products wit
6. passivity film Never use hydrochloric acid muriatic acid on stainless steel Regularly restore passivate stainless steel DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES Recommended cleaners for specific situations JOB CLEANING AGENT COMMENTS Routine cleaning Soap ammonia detergent Medallion Apply with cloth or sponge Fingerprints amp smears Arcal 20 Lac O Nu Ecoshine Provides barrier film Stubborn stains amp Cameo Talc Zud Rub in direction of polish lines discoloration First Impression Grease amp fatty acids Easy off De Grease It Oven Aid Excellent removal on all blood burnt on foods finishes Grease amp oil Any good commercial detergent Apply with sponge or cloth Restoration Passivation Benefit Super Sheen Review 1 Stainless steels rust when passivity film shield breaks down as a result of scrapes scratches deposits and chlorides Stainless steel rust starts with pits and cracks Use the proper tools Do not use steel pads wire brushes or scrapers to clean stainless steel Use non chlorinated cleaners recommended concentrations Use only chloride free cleaners 5 Soften your water Use filters and softeners whenever possible 6 Wipe off cleaning agent s and standing water as soon as possible Prolonged contact causes eventual problems Tolearn more about chloride stress corrosion and how to prevent it contact the equipment manufa
7. assivity layer and allow corrosion to occur 1 Mechanical abrasion 2 Deposits and water 3 Chlorides Mechanical abrasion means those things that will scratch a steel surface Steel pads wire brushes and scrapers are prime examples Water comes out of the faucet in varying degrees of hardness Depending on what part of the country you live in you may have hard or soft water Hard water may leave spots and when heated leave deposits behind that if left to sit will break down the passive layer and rust stainless steel Other deposits from food preparation and service must be properly removed Chlorides are found nearly everywhere They are in water food and table salt One of the worst chloride perpetrators can come from household and industrial cleaners So what does all this mean Don t Despair Here are a few steps that can help prevent stainless steel rust 1 Use the proper tools When cleaning stainless steel products use non abrasive tools Soft cloths and plastic scouring pads will not harm steel s passive layer Stainless steel pads also can be used but the scrubbing motion must be in the direction of the manufacturer s polishing marks 2 Clean with the polish lines Some stainless steel comes with visible polishing lines or grain When visible lines are present always scrub ina motion parallel to the lines When the grain cannot be seen play it safe and use a soft cloth or plastic scouring
8. calls due to building steam supply issues are not covered under warranty qi DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION To obtain service and parts information concerning this model contact the Vulcan Hart Service Agency in your area refer to our website www vulcanequipment com for a complete listing of Authorized Service and Parts depots When calling for service the following information must be available model number serial number manufacture date MD and steam pressure 02 11 12 PRINTEDINU S A
9. cturer or cleaning materials supplier Developed by Packer Engineering Naperville Ill an independent testing laboratory Provided courtesy of NAFEM MAINTENANCE Clean the line strainers before and after the kettle on an annual basis or more often as required Strainer maintenance is not covered under warranty DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES TROUBLESHOOTING K6DTT amp K12DTT Direct Steam Countertop Kettle Troubleshooting SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY Kettle not heating No steam supply Turn on building supply valve to kettle Boiler or steamer supplying kettle not on Turn on unit Building steam not turned on Call building maintenance Steam control valve closed Open control valve to allow steam to enter kettle jacket No condensate return flow closed loop system Condensate return valve is not open Steam supply strainer dirty Clean strainer Steam not flowing Steam supply line blockage Call Service Condensate line blockage Clean strainer Call Service Steam trap not operating or clogged Call Service Full of condensate water Add steam trap to building steam supply line Building condensate return pump not working Call Service Slow cooking time or Inadequate steam flow Control valve not fully open to desired setting fails to boil Supply pressure is low Contact building maintenance Call Service Steam supply line undersized Contact plumber or building maintenance Kettle s exceed
10. h milk or egg base should be placed into a cold kettle before cooking Avoid sudden contact of these food products with a hot kettle surface because they will stick to the surface Fill kettle with product to the desired level Slowly turn the steam control valve to the full open position The water or food should boil in 3 to 4 minutes per gallon If it does not then check incoming pressure to determine that it is adequate to operate the kettle Refer to table for steam supply Regulate the steam control valve according to the type of food being prepared CLEANING AWARNING Disconnect electrical power to the machine and follow Lockout Tagout procedures before cleaning NOTE Do not hose down under any condition Failure to comply will void the warranty The kettle interior and exterior should be washed after each use when a different food is to be cooked next or when cooking is completed for the day 1 Add water to the kettle for cleaning and to prevent residue from drying and sticking to the inside of the kettle Loosen stuck on food by allowing it to soak at a low temperature setting Never use harsh or corrosive cleaning chemicals Never scrape the inside of the kettle with abrasive cleansers metal tools or steel scouring pads which will scratch the surface spoil the appearance and make it more difficult to thoroughly clean 3 Add mild detergent and scrub the kettle interior with a nylon brush
11. ion Contact your dealer or Vulcan Hart immediately UNPACKING This kettle was inspected before leaving the factory The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment Immediately after unpacking check for possible shipping damage If kettle damage is found save the packaging material and contract the carrier within 15 days of delivery INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS In the United States Vulcan kettles must be installed in accordance with 1 2 State and local codes NFPA Standard NFPA 96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment latest edition available from the National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 In Canada Vulcan kettles must be installed in accordance with local codes LOCATION The K6DTT and K12DTT countertop tilting kettles must be positioned on a firm stand or countertop and secured in place MINIMUM CLEARANCE TABLE 2 MINIMUM CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS Clearance in Inches Back Capacity in Gallons 6 12 5 25 6 5 INSTALLING K6DTT ON COUNTER OR STAND Vulcan kettles must be permanently mounted on a suitable level counter or stand Place unit in a drained location Location of kettle center support Fig 3 Mounting Hole Location Position the kettle on the counter with sufficient rear clearance from the wall to allow the kettle to tilt completely without obstr
12. pad Use alkaline alkaline chlorinated or non chloride containing cleaners While many traditional cleaners are loaded with chlorides the industry is providing an ever increasing choice of non chloride cleaners If you are not sure of chloride content in the cleaner used contact your cleaner supplier If your present cleaner contains chlorides ask your supplier if they have an alternative Avoid cleaners containing quaternary salts it also can attack stainless steel and cause pitting and rusting Treat your water Though this is not always practical softening hard water can do much to reduce deposits There are certain filters that can be installed to remove distasteful and corrosive elements To insure proper water treatment call treatment specialist Keep your food equipment clean Use alkaline alkaline chlorinated or non chloride cleaners at recommended strength Clean frequently to avoid build up of hard stubborn stains If you boil water in stainless steel equipment remember the single most likely cause of damage is chlorides in the water Heating cleaners that contain chlorides has a similar effect Rinse rinse rinse If chlorinated cleaners are used rinse and wipe equipment and supplies and dry immediately The sooner you wipe off standing water especially when it contains cleaning agents the better After wiping equipment down allow it to air dry oxygen helps maintain the stainless steel s
13. steam supply capabilities Refer to sequential start up instructions in Installation amp Operation manual Pressure relief valve on steam supply leaking Call Service Line strainer clogged Clean line strainer Steam trap malfunction Contact building maintenance or call Service Trunnion seals leaking Dirty steam Install steam strainer before kettle s Trunnion legs not mounted securely to table or table too flimsy to support kettle Tighten trunnion leg mounting nuts Reinforce table mounting surface Valve leaking steam Valve packing needs tightening Using a 20 mm wrench turn valve packing nut closest to the knob 1 8 turn at a time till leak stops or call an authorized servicer 10 DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES K6DTT amp K12DTT Direct Steam Countertop Kettle Troubleshooting continued SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY Kettle stays hot after Valve seal has failed Replace valve Call an authorized servicer to repair steam control valve Dirty supply steam Replace valve install steam strainer is fully closed eed P call authorized servicer Kettle making Water in jacket turning to steam None this does not harm the unit cracking sound when Open steam control valve slowly gradually during initial heat up started up from cold Note When heating issues occur with direct steam kettles building maintenance should be notified first before calling a service company Service
14. uction according to the Minimum Clearance Requirement Chart Table 2 Allow space for plumbing DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES 2 On countertop drill two 1 holes on 8 1 2 PLUMBING CONNECTIONS centers for the two kettle leg stanchions Plumbing connections must comply with 3 Remove the mounting locknuts and applicable sanitary safety and plumbing washers 2 NPT NPSL nuts from the codes bottom of the legs 4 Prepare aclean dry surface according to Steam Supply Connection package directions on a high grade NSF listed sealant TABLE 3 STEAM TABLE 5 Apply sealant to the flared edge of the aae Bo j ee stanchions Time to boil Ibs hr kg hr Ibs hr kg hr Ibs hr kg hr 6 Insert the threaded portion of the 12 gallons 78 36 43 20 29 13 stanchions through the holes Install MODEL TRUE WORKING CAPACITY 40Z SERVINGS washers and lock nuts and tighten KA2DTT 12 gallons 48 quarts 384 7 Wipe off excess sealant 45 liters 1 Install a steam shut off valve the steam supply line preferably near the kettle for INSTALLING K12DTT ON ease of maintenance TABLE OR STAND 2 Install a pressure reducing valve if supply 41 pressure is more than 50 PSI pressure 104 mm 21 0 relief valve and strainer 231 mm 25 4 mm 3 Installsteam traps inthe line to eliminate water in the incoming steam line Mountin a
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