Groen DEE/4-20, DEE-CE Series, DEE/4-60, DEE/4-40 Operator's Manual

OPERATOR MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, KEEP FOR OPERATOR

This manual provides information for:

MODEL DEE-CE International STEAM JACKETED KETTLE

· Self Contained

· Stainless Steel

· Floor Mounted

· Electrically Heated

· Tilting

THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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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.

NOTIFY CARRIER OF DAMAGE AT ONCE

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age. Unied Brands suggests that if you are suspicious of damage to make a notation on the delivery receipt. It will be the responsibility of the consignee to le

a claim with the carrier. We recommend that you do so at once.

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IMPORTANT - READ FIRST - IMPORTANT

REGULATIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: THESE APPLIANCES HAVE BEEN CE MARKED ON THE BASIS OF COMPLIANCE WITH THE EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE. THESE APPLIANCES MUST BE INSTALLED BY A COMPETENT PERSON IN CONFORMITY WITH THE INSTALLATION AND SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS AND NATIONAL REGULATIONS IN FORCE AT THE TIME. PARTICULAR ATTENTION MUST BE PAID TO THE FOLLOWING:

I. E. E. REGULATIONS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS ELECTRICITY AT WORK REGULATIONS HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK ACT FIRE PRECAUTIONS ACT LOCAL AND NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATIONS

THOSE PARTS WHICH HAVE BEEN PROTECTED BY THE MANUFACTURER MUST NOT BE ADJUSTED BY THE USER.

USERS SHOULD BE CONVERSANT WITH APPROPRIATE PROVISIONS OF THE FIRE PRECAUTIONS ACT. IN PARTICULAR THEY SHOULD BE AWARE OF THE NEED FOR REGULAR SERVICING BY A COMPETENT PERSON TO ENSURE CONTINUED SAFE AND EFFICIENT APPLIANCE PERFORMANCE.

WARNING: TO PREVENT SHOCKS, APPLIANCES WHETHER GAS OR ELECTRIC, MUST BE EARTHED.

UPON COMPLETION OF INSTALLATION, THE OWNERS MANUAL SHOULD BE HANDED TO USERS AND THE INSTALLER SHOULD INSTRUCT RESPONSIBLE PERSON(S) IN THE CORRECT OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE APPLIANCE.

THIS EQUIPMENT IS ONLY FOR PROFESSIONAL USE, AND SHALL BE OPERATED BY QUALIFIED PERSONS. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SUPERVISOR OR EQUIVALENT TO ENSURE THAT USERS WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, AND TO DRAW ATTENTION TO THE FACT THAT, SOME PARTS WILL, BY NECESSITY, BECOME VERY HOT AND WILL CAUSE BURNS IF TOUCHED ACCIDENTALLY.

UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, PARTS WHICH HAVE BEEN PROTECTED BY THE MANUFACTURER ARE NOT TO BE ADJUSTED BY THE INSTALLER.

BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY SERVICING, ENSURE THAT THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY IS DISCONNECTED.

WARNING: THE UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED BY PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO WORK WITH ELECTRICITY.

IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. THE UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE CODES.

CAUTION: SHIPPING STRAPS ARE UNDER TENSION AND CAN SNAP BACK WHEN CUT.

WARNING: TO AVOID DAMAGE OR INJURY, FOLLOW THE WIRING DIAGRAM EXACTLY WHEN CONNECTING A

UNIT.

WARNING: BEFORE CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE KETTLE, DISCONNECT ELECTRIC POWER . KEEP

WATER AND SOLUTIONS OUT OF CONTROLS AND ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS.

NOTICE: DO NOT USE ANY DE-GREASER THAT CONTAINS POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE OR SODIUM

HYDROXIDE OR THAT IS ALKALINE.

WARNING: USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY GROEN OR

THEIR AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES AND CAN RESULT IN BODILY INJURY TO THE OPERATOR AND DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. SERVICE BY OTHER THAN FACTORYAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES.

WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE EXISTS INSIDE CONTROL COMPARTMENTS. DISCONNECT FROM BRANCH

BEFORE SERVICING. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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Table of Contents

Important Operator Warnings .........................................................page 2

Equipment Description ................................................................. page 4

Inspection and Unpacking ............................................................ page 5

Installation .................................................................................... page 6

Initial Start-Up ............................................................................... page 7

Operation ................................................................................... page 8-9

Sequence of Operation .............................................................. page 10

Cleaning .................................................................................. page 11-12

Maintenance ........................................................................... page 13-15

Troubleshooting ...................................................................... page 16-17

Parts List ................................................................................. page 18-20

Wiring Diagram ............................................................................ page 21

Service Log ................................................................................. page 22

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Equipment Description

The Groen DEE/4 is a ﬂoor-mounted, tilting, steam jacketed kettle with a thermostatically controlled, selfcontained, electrically-heated steam supply and appropriate controls, mounted on a sturdy base. The Model DEE/4 is available in 20, 40 or 60 gallon capacities.

The body of the DEE/4 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 345 kPa (50 psi). Kettle ﬁnish is 180 emery grit on the inside and bright semi-deluxe on the outside.

The kettle can be tilted with a hand crank to pour out its contents. Stainless steel panels enclose the controls and the base. Four stainless steel, tubular legs support the unit. Bullet feet on each of the legs can be adjusted to level the kettle.

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 65.5°C (150°F) and as high as 148°C (298°F) In addition to the adjustable thermostat for operating control, the unit has a tilt cut-off switch, low water cut-off, safety valve, and high-limit pressure switch as safety features.

CE units have three lights on the Control Panel. The green POWER light comes on when the unit is turned on. It indicates that power is being supplied to the unit. The amber HEAT light comes on when heating elements are heating the kettle. The red LOW WATER light will come on when water level in the jacket falls below acceptable operating levels. Refer to the section on Jacket Filling and Water Treatment (Page 14).

A single electrical connection is required for installation. The unit may be ordered for use with 230 VAC, 1 Phase, 50 Hz, or 400 VAC, 3 Phase, 50 Hz power.

KETTLE CHARACTERISTICS

Unit DEE/4-20 DEE/4-40 DEE/4-60

230 Volt - 1 Phase

400 Volt - 3 Phase

a. Connect the appropriate wiring as described in the wiring diagram located on the

inside of the control console. A copy is also provided at the rear of this manual.

b. Equipotential terminal - In accordance with national regulations the unit has been

ﬁtted with an equipotential terminal.

57 Amperes 96 Amperes 96 Amperes

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Optional equipment available with DEE/4 kettles:

1. 2” diameter tangent draw-off valve (factoryinstalled)

2. Lift-off cover

3. Counterbalanced cover (factory-installed)

4. TRI-BC basket cooking system

5. Water ﬁll faucets

6. Kettle brush kit

Inspection & Unpacking

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.

CAUTION

THIS UNIT IS VERY HEAVY. INSTALLER

SHOULD OBTAIN HELP AS NEEDED TO LIFT

THIS WEIGHT SAFELY

The unit will arrive in a heavy shipping crate and will be bolted or banded to a skid. Immediately upon receipt, inspect the crate carefully for exterior damage.

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 retain this information for future reference. Space for these entries is provided at the top of the Service Log at the back of this manual. Keep this manual on ﬁle and available for operators to use.

When installation is to begin, carefully cut any 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.

Pressure/Vacuum

Pressure/Vacuum Gauge

Gauge

Water Gauge

Water Gauge Glass

Glass

Rear View

Safety

Valve

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Installation

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.

CAUTION

ELECTRICALLY GROUND THE UNIT AT

THE TERMINAL PROVIDED. FAILURE TO

GROUND THE UNIT COULD RESULT IN

ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH.

The Groen Kettle is provided with complete internal wiring and is ready for immediate connection. Wiring diagrams are provided in this manual and on the inside of the control housing service panel. Any mechanical or electrical changes must be approved by Groen’s Food Service Engineering Department.

The completed unit has been operated at the factory to test all controls and heater elements.

A. Placement

1. Set the kettle in place and level it by turning the bullet feet to adjust leg length. Allow clearance around the unit for cleaning, maintenance and service.

B. Initial Checks

1. Conﬁrm that the jacket water level is above the mid point of sight glass. If the level is low, follow the instructions under “Jacket Filling and Water Treatment,” Page 14.

2. The open end of the elbow on the outlet of the safety valve must face downward. If it does not, turn it to the correct position.

C. Providing Power

1. Provide electrical power speciﬁed on the equipment electrical information plate. Observe all local and national codes, and all regulations in force at the time of installation.

2. Bringing the electrical service through the entrance at the rear of the support housing with one inch conduit, making a watertight connection with the incoming lines. Observe all local and national codes, and all regulations in force at the time of installation.

3. Electrically earth the unit at the terminal provided.

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Check the following to conﬁrm that your DEE/4 kettle is properly installed:

• Room for cleaning and servicing

• The kettle is level

• The correct amount of water is in the kettle jacket

• Safety valve is pointed down

• Unit is connected with a waterproof supply of the proper voltage, phase and amperage rating

KETTLE CHARACTERISTICS

Unit DEE/4-20 DEE/4-40 DEE/4-60

230 Volt - 1 Phase

400 Volt - 3 Phase

57 Amperes 96 Amperes 96 Amperes

Initial Start-Up

IMPORTANT BE SURE ALL OPERATORS READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS

AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED

IN THIS MANUAL.

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.

Now that the kettle has been installed, you should test it to ensure that the unit is operating correctly.

. DIRECT SKIN CONTACT

1. Remove all literature and packing materials from inside and outside of the unit.

2. If the unit is equipped with a draw-off valve (product outlet), clean out any material which might clog or damage the draw-off.

3. Conﬁrm that the tilting mechanism is operating properly by tilting the kettle through its full range. Then return the kettle to the upright position.

4. Turn on the electrical service to the unit.

5. Pour 2-4 liters of water into the kettle.

6. 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.

7. To shut down the unit, turn the thermostat dial to “0” and the power switch to OFF.

PROPER WATER LEVEL

Each day, conﬁrm the jacket water

level by checking the water gauge.

If the unit functions as described above, it is ready for use. If the unit does not function as described, contact your local Groen Certiﬁed Service Agency.

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Operation

WARNING

WHEN TILTING KETTLE

1) WEAR PROTECTIVE OVEN MITT AND PROTECTIVE APRON.

2) USE DEEP CONTAINER TO CONTAIN AND MINIMIZE PRODUCT SPLASHING.

3) PLACE CONTAINER ON STABLE, FLAT SURFACE, AS CLOSE TO KETTLE AS

POSSIBLE.

4) STAND TO RIGHT OF KETTLE WHILE

POURING—NOT DIRECTLY IN POUR PATH

OF HOT CONTENTS.

5) POUR SLOWLY, MAINTAINING CONTROL

OF KETTLE, AND RETURN KETTLE BODY TO

UPRIGHT POSITION AFTER CONTAINER IS

FILLED OR TRANSFER IS COMPLETE.

6) DO NOT OVERFILL CONTAINER. AVOID

SKIN CONTACT WITH HOT CONTAINER AND

ITS CONTENTS.

A. To Start Kettle

1. EVERY DAY make sure that the jacket water level is between the markers on the gauge glass. If the level is too low, see “Jacket Filling and Water Treatment” on page 14.

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 atmospheric pressure), see “Jacket Vacuum” on page 14.

3. Turn on the electrical power to the unit by setting the power switch to ON. The green POWER indicator should light.

4. Turn the thermostat to desired setting. The amber HEAT indicator light will come on. Cycling of the light on and off the shows 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.

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.

B. To Transfer Product or Empty Kettle

1. The kettle is tilted by means of the crank on the front of the control housing. The kettle remains in the position to which tilted until cranked again.

2. Product may also be transferred by means of the optional draw-off valve

if the kettle is so equipped.

C. Common Accessories

1. LIft-Off Cover or Counterbalanced Cover As with stock pot cooking, an optional cover can speed up the heating of

water and food products. A cover helps retain heat and reduces the heat and humidity released into the kitchen. Using a cover can reduce some product cook times and help maintain the temperature, color and texture of products being held or simmered for longer periods.

Be sure the handle is secure on the lift-off cover before using. ALWAYS

use the handle to place or remove cover from the kettle. Wear protective oven mitts and a protective apron.

When putting a lift-off cover on the kettle, position it on top of kettle rim,

with its ﬂat edge facing the pouring lip.

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