Connerton CG-M User Manual

Installation,
Operation &
Maintenance

Fine Cooking Equipment For Over 70 Years

Instructions

CG 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:

upon it’s proper installation. It should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code

Z223.1

Installation must be made by a licensed plumber.

Initial setup must be made by a licensed service company.

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

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:

0 inch clearance from sides and back; combustible locations with 8” clearance sides and back.

, these instructions, and applicable State and Local Codes.

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

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

This griddle is designed for installation in non-combustible locations with

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.

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,

Z21.41

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:

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

A.

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

Please note: air vent on regulator can plug with grease,

ANSI Z21.69

. Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of the griddle without depending on

ANSI

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

B.

Turn on burner valves to operate your griddle.

C.

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

D.

To relight, repeat above procedures.

E.

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.