Connerton CEG-24 Installation Manual

Installation,
Operation &
Maintenance

Fine Cooking Equipment For Over 65 Years

Instructions

CEG SERIES MANUAL GRIDDLES

For Your Safety

Do NOT store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this, or
any other equipment.

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause property damage, injury or
death. Read the installation, operation and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing
this equipment.

To Purchaser

After installation of your griddle, immediately contact your local gas supplier to obtain
information in the event the user of your equipment smells gas. This information must be
posted in a prominent location.

To User

RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE

Upon receipt of this griddle, inspect it thoroughly for any damage which may have occurred
during shipment. If damage is observed, contact the delivery agency immediately.

Warning!

1. Preparation For Installation:

extent, upon it’s proper installation. It should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel
Gas Code , these instructions, and applicable State and Local Codes.

Installation must be made by a licensed plumber.

A gas pressure regulator is supplied with your griddle. The regulator must be installed before
connecting griddle to gas supply line.

gas supply off. Install regulator in a drip-free area.

The griddle and it’s individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45
kPa).

The griddle must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing it’s individual manual
shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures
equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa).

2. Clearances And Ventilation:

only with 4” clearance from sides and 6” clearance from back.

Z223.1

Safe and satisfactory operation of the griddle depends, to a great

Please note: air vent can plug with grease, thereby shutting

This griddle is designed for installation in non-combustible locations

The Connerton Company

1131 E. Wakeham Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705-4145

Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

www.connertoncompany.com

Keep equipment area free and clear from combustibles.

The area in front of, and above the griddle must be clear to avoid obstruction of flow of
combustion and ventilation air. Means must be provided for adequate air supply and adequate
clearance for air openings into the combustion chamber.

Adequate clearances must be provided in front and sides of the griddle for servicing and proper
operation.

It is important that the griddle be installed under an exhaust hood which is adequate to remove
the products of combustion and cooking vapors. Sufficient make-up air must also be provided
to the space where the griddle is located to replace that removed through the exhaust hood.

3. Gas Piping:

Connect outlet side of regulator to griddle. The regulator is set at 4 inches w.c. on natural gas
and 11 inches w.c. on propane gas. A 1/8” pressure tap is provided on the gas manifold at the
front of the griddle for checking the gas pressure.

with grease, thereby shutting gas supply off. Install regulator in drip-free area.

Connect griddle to the gas supply line. Under no circumstances should the gas supply line be
smaller than the inlet pipe on the griddle. A gas shutoff valve must be installed in the gas
supply line upstream of the griddle for complete shutdown and service. Use pipe sealant on all
pipe joints. Sealant must be resistant to the action of L.P. gasses.

For proper performance, the griddle must be level. If legs are provided, adjust feet at bottom of
legs to level griddle. If legs are not provided, seal the base of the griddle to the countertop with
silicone.

If the griddle is supplied with casters, the installation must be made with a connector that
complies with the Standard for Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances , and a
quick-disconnect device that complies with the Standard for Quick-Disconnect Devices for Use
With Gas Fuel, . Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of the
griddle without depending on the connector and the quick-disconnect device or it’s associated
piping to limit the griddle movement. Restraining device should be connected to legs or back of
body.

IMPORTANT: Check all gas connections for leaks, using a soap and water solution.

DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME FOR CHECKING PURPOSES

4. Lighting And Relighting Of Griddle:

Make sure the gas pressure regulator supplied with the griddle is installed correctly.

Please note: air vent on regulator can plug

ANSI Z21.69

ANSI Z21.41

A.

Turn all burner valves and pilot valves to “OFF”. Wait 5 minutes.

B.

Turn on pilot valves and light pilots. Adjust flame height to approximately 1/2”.

C.

Turn on burner valves to operate your griddle.

D.

For complete shutdown, turn off all valves and the gas shutoff valve located upstream of the

griddle.

E.

To relight, repeat above procedures.

5. Care And Maintenance:

Contact factory, factory representative, or a local service company to perform maintenance and
repairs.

A.

B.

C.

Please Note: Contact factory before any warranty repairs are made.

To clean griddle plate, use warm water, a mild cleanser and scouring pad.

At least once per day, clean and empty grease pan.

Periodically, but not less than once every 3 months, clean burner orifices using warm water

and wire brush. Make sure equipment is cold before removing burners and orifices.