EmberGlo AR30 User Manual

Installation, Service Instructions & Parts

AR30

Front Open
Self Contained Water Supply
Counter Top Steamer
Half Size Pan
120V and 240V Models

(240V Model for Export ONLY)

CAUTION: This steamer to be used with
distilled water only (demineralized). Without treated

water, deposits can build up in steam generators causing
reduced steam volume and eventual stoppage of steam pro­duction. Clogged or limed steam generators caused by use
of non-distilled water will not be covered under the terms of
the warranty.

AR Series -Self Contained Water Reservoir and Pump - Stain­less steel construction, Top injecting , portable, removable
water drawer, manual pump or timer, 6′ - 3 wire cord.

Special Note: The AR Series requires distilled or demineral­ized water. Clogged or limed generators caused by use of
non-treated water will not be covered under the terms of the
warranty.

Specifi cations:

• 120 volts 60HZ AC 1500 watts, max 13 amp

• 240 volts 60HZ AC 1500 watts, max 6.3 amp
(240V model is Export Only and not UL listed)

• Manual water pump operation

• Closed generator

• Drawer style steamer

Warranty

See the back of this manual for warranty.

This warranty does not apply to damages resulting from
accident, misuse, abuse or alteration.

Warranty form must be fi lled in and returned to EmberGlo to
validate warranty. See warranty page for return instructions.

This manual contains suffi cient information for installation of the
EmberGlo Steamer in normal locations.

In the United States, installation must conform with local codes.

PURCHASER: Retain these instructions for future use.
Post in a prominent location near the steamer.

CAUTION: Cooking equipment should be used in
an environment protected by an automatic fi re suppression
system. Consult the National Fire Protection Association NFPA
Code 96 or the latest edition of Standards for Installation of
Equipment for Removal of Smoke and Grease-Laden Vapors
From Commercial Cooking Equipment.

WARNING: 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.

No equipment may be returned without written authorization
from EmberGlo (or Midco) . Returned goods must be shipped
prepaid to the factory.

SAFETY INFORMATION TERMS: The following terms are used to identify hazards, safety precaution of
special notations and have standard meanings throughout this manual. They are printed in all capital letters
using a bold type face as shown below, and preceded by the exclamation mark symbol. When you see the
safety alert symbol and one of the safety information terms as shown below, be aware of the hazard potential.

EmberGlo

A Div of Midco® International Inc.

4140 West Victoria Street
Chicago, Illinois 60646
toll free 866.705.0514
tel [phone]
fax [phone]
web www.emberglo.com
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DANGER: Identifi es the most serious hazards which will result in severe personal injury or
death.
WARNING: Signifi es a hazard that could result in personal injury or death.
CAUTION: Identifi es unsafe practices which would result in minor personal injury or product and
property damage.

Quality Designed for Proven Performance

AVOID ERROR IN PARTS SELECTION. When ordering use
complete EMBERGLO Part Number and Description. Furnish
Model Number, Bill of Material Number and Serial Number (if
available) from the specifi cation plate found on the product.
IMPORTANT: Availability of parts as well as specifi cations are
subject to change without notice. Please consult factory for
item availability.

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AR30 - Installation and Service

Installation

Operation

Maintenance
Daily as Required

1. Position steamer on level surface and plug power cord into 3-hole 120 volt AC grounded
receptacle. If an adapter is used, it must be grounded properly.

2. Pull out water pan and fi ll with distilled (NOT HOT OR BOILING) water to 1/4″ from the top of
the water pan baffl es; then close drawer. Unit is now ready for operation.

3. No Hood Installation Required: According to the Uniform Mechanical Codes per the
International Conference of Building Offi cials Code EmberGlo Steamers do not require a
separate hood for vapor produced during operation. Also, there are no requirements in NSF
Standard 4 (2006e) for steamers to have ventilation.

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1. Move toggle switch to ON position. The pilot indicating light remains on at all times.
Allow 15-20 minutes to reach operating temperature.

2. Open food drawer, place food in pan; close drawer and operate lever as required per cooking
guide.

3. At end of time cycle, open drawer and remove food.

4. Keep drawer closed when not in use.

5. To shut off unit move toggle switch to OFF position.

Caution: Operate lever to the left and return to vertical position. Rapid repeated

operation will over steam the unit. The amount of steaming necessary is determined by the
type and amount of food to be heated. For more than one shot, wait 15 seconds between
shots. A “shot” is one operation of the lever.

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The food pan is removed by lifting up. Clean the inside thoroughly and wipe the outside to remove
any material which might have accumulated.

- To remove the food drawer, pull the drawer out until it stops, release stop located at rear
underside of drawer to unlock, and pull out the frame. Wipe the drawer and frame clean and
return by inserting the drawer slide into the slide of the frame, then push the food pan to the
rear until the lock engages automatically.
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Service

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DANGER: READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS BULLETIN THOROUGHLY BEFORE
STARTING ANY TROUBLE SHOOTING. AN INADVERTENT SERVICE ERROR COULD RESULT
IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. ONLY A TRAINED EXPERIENCED SERVICE
TECHNICIAN SHOULD ATTEMPT ANY REPAIR PROCEDURE.

Qualifi ed serviced agencies are available at most locations - Refer to EmberGlo listing of AUTHO­RIZED SERVICE AGENCIES included in Standard Equipment Catalog.
Note: Before attempting service, unplug power cord. For service or examination, all “working parts”
of the steamer are exposed by removing fi rst the cabinet top, then the back. The wiring diagram and
spare cleanout gasket is located on inside of back.

AR30 Wiring for

120/240 VAC Steamer

LEGEND

Symbol Description

E

L1 Blk

G

Gnd

Toggle Switch

Blk

Pilot Light

L2

Wht

Thermostat

Generator

Service to be performed by qualified personnel only
Material: (Outdoor/ Indoor Polyperm)

Terminal Strip

Over Heat

Plug for 240 VAC to be Supplied by Installer

Figure 1. Wiring for AR30 Steamer - 120V and 240V

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Protection Fuse

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AR30 - Service

Electric Switch/Thermostat

The on-off switch should audibly “click” when operated manually. To determine if electrically
operative, a continuity check should be made.

- The thermostat is adjusted at the factory default setting. It is not recommended to re-adjust the

setting. If found defective it is recommended to replace.

Pump System

Operate pump lever and observe length of pump shaft travel. It should travel approximately 5/8″. If
travel is less, check for broken or disengaged pins, links, crank.

- Disconnect brass fi tting at water riser tube and bend tube up slightly so discharging water will

clear front of unit. Operate pump lever; water should shoot out about 15 feet. If water does
not shoot out, remove and inspect inlet tube assembly for leaks. Any air entering tube will break
the suction on the water. Check installation and alignment of dip tube spring as detailed under
next section. If water still doesn’t not shoot out, pump should be replaced.

- A strainer is located in the inlet tube at pump fi tting. Loosen fi tting and remove pump inlet tube.

Dump strainer out of tube and wash under running water, then replace.

Dip Tube and Spring

If the dip tube does not enter the water pan properly it must be replaced. When replacing, the open
end or point of hook must be at the bottom and the eye must be in a vertical plane, like a coin
standing on edge.

Steam Generator

1. To Clean. Remove cabinet top and generator insulation. This will expose a square plate on the

generator, which is removable for cleaning water passages.

- Check the three exposed holes when the clean-out cover is removed. If any of these holes

are clogged, clean them out by hand-twisting a 7/64″ drill for the center hole and a 3/16″
drill for the two side holes.

- After thoroughly cleaning the three holes, plug in power supply and operate lever to steam

unit. THE UNIT MUST BE HOT. Operate several times to blow out any accumulation.

- Replace the clean out cover, using new gasket. With the unit hot, operate lever. The unit

should steam properly. If it does not, and the pump is operative as detailed under PUMP
SYSTEM, the entire generator assembly is probably limed and must be disassembled and
cleaned or replaced.

- To clean generator assembly, separate casting from plate and clean lime from cavity

in casting.

Service

Continued

Caution: Do not damage plate by scratching or polishing the fi nish.

2. Information on use of the overheat label (8451-98)

Caution: To prevent accidental shock, disconnect electrical plug from receptacle

before attempting service.

- An overheat label is located on the clean-out cover of the steam generator. The triangle in

the center of the label, as shown below, is normally gold color. This triangle turns black at
450° F, indicating that the generator has overheated at least once. The operating
temperature of the generator should be between 350° and 400° F. If it is not, the thermostat
should be replaced.

Note: the overheat label will not return to its original gold color once it has turned black. It
should be scraped off and replaced so that
the thermostat can be monitored at all times.
In addition, in the event that the thermostat
has to be replaced, it is important to replace
the label immediately afterwards so that

Overheat Label

CelsiDot

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F

450

someone at a later inspection will not sus­pect a faulty thermostat.

3. To Remove.

- Disconnect the water riser tube.

- Disconnect electric wiring at the

two terminals.

- Remove 16 hex nuts. Note: Re

move food drawer and hold screws
up to prevent turning.

Figure 2. Steam Generator Overheat Label Placement

- Lift off generator.

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