Groen TDB-C-20 Installation Manual
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OPERATOR MANUAL OM-TDB/C
Part Number 121048 DOMESTIC
MODEL: TDB/C
Steam Jacketed Kettle
Self-Contained
Electrically heated
Table top mounted
Crank Tilting
THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. READ,
UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONTAINED IN
THIS MANUAL.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
Information contained in this document is
known to be current and accurate at the time
of printing/creation. Unified Brands recommends referencing our product line websites,
unifiedbrands.net, for the most updated
product information and specifications.
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IMPORTANT — READ FIRST — IMPORTANT
CAUTION: BE SURE ALL OPERATORS READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS, AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS
MANUAL.
WARNING: THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN THE COMMERCIAL HEATING, COOKING
AND HOLDING OF WATER AND FOOD PRODUCTS, PER THE INSTRUCTIONS
CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. ANY OTHER USE COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND WILL VOID
WARRANTY.
WARNING: KETTLE MUST BE INSTALLED BY PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO WORK WITH
ELECTRICITY. IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO
PERSONNEL AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
DANGER: ELECTRICALLY GROUND THE UNIT AT THE TERMINAL PROVIDED. FAILURE TO
GROUND UNIT COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH.
WARNING: AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT EQUIPMENT SURFACES. DIRECT SKIN
CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
WARNING: AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE.
DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVER FILL THE KETTLE WHEN COOKING, HOLDING OR CLEANING.
KEEP LIQUIDS A MINIMUM OF 2-3” (5-8 cm) BELOW THE KETTLE BODY RIM TO
ALLOW CLEARANCE FOR STIRRING, BOILING AND SAFE PRODUCT TRANSFER.
WARNING: TAKE SPECIAL CARE TO AVOID CONTACT WITH HOT KETTLE BODY OR HOT
PRODUCT WHEN ADDING INGREDIENTS, STIRRING OR TRANSFERRING
PRODUCT TO ANOTHER CONTAINER.
WARNING: DO NOT STAND ON OR APPLY UNNECESSARY WEIGHT OR PRESSURE ON THE
KETTLE FRONT OR POURING LIP. THIS COULD RESULT IN THE OVERLOAD AND
FAILURE OF THE TILT MECHANISM, AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY AND
BURNS TO THE OPERATOR AND OTHERS.
WARNING: WHEN TILTING KETTLE FOR PRODUCT TRANSFER:
1) WEAR PROTECTIVE OVEN MITT AND PROTECTIVE APRON.
2) USE CONTAINER DEEP ENOUGH TO CONTAIN AND MINIMIZE PRODUCT
SPLASHING.
3) PLACE CONTAINER ON STABLE, FLAT SURFACE, AS CLOSE TO KETTLE AS
POSSIBLE.
4) STAND TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF KETTLE WHILE POURING. DO NOT
STAND DIRECTLY IN POUR PATH OF HOT CONTENTS.
5) POUR SLOWLY, MAINTAIN CONTROL OF KETTLE, AND RETURN KETTLE
BODY TO UPRIGHT POSITION AFTER CONTAINER IS FILLED OR TRANSFER
IS COMPLETE.
6) DO NOT OVER-FILL CONTAINER. AVOID DIRECT SKIN CONTACT WITH HOT
CONTAINER AND ITS CONTENTS.
CAUTION: KEEP FLOORS IN FRONT OF KETTLE WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY. IF SPILLS
OCCUR, CLEAN IMMEDIATELY, TO AVOID SLIPS OR FALLS.
WARNING: FAILURE TO CHECK SAFETY VALVE OPERATION PERIODICALLY COULD
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
WARNING: WHEN TESTING, AVOID ANY EXPOSURE TO THE STEAM BLOWING OUT OF THE
SAFETY VALVE. DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
WARNING: TO AVOID INJURY, READ AND FOLLOW ALL PRECAUTIONS STATED ON THE
LABEL OF THE WATER TREATMENT COMPOUND.
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IMPORTANT — READ FIRST — IMPORTANT
WARNING: BEFORE REPLACING ANY PARTS, DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM THE
ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY.
WARNING: KEEP WATER AND SOLUTIONS OUT OF CONTROLS AND ELECTRICAL
EQUIPMENT. NEVER SPRAY OR HOSE THE SUPPORT HOUSING OR
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.
CAUTION: MOST CLEANERS ARE HARMFUL TO THE SKIN, EYES, MUCOUS MEMBRANES
AND CLOTHING. PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN. WEAR RUBBER GLOVES,
GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. CAREFULLY READ
THE WARNINGS AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE LABEL OF THE
CLEANER TO BE USED.
CAUTION: USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY GROEN
OR THEIR AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS CAN CAUSE OPERATOR INJURY AND
DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT, AND WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES.
IMPORTANT: SERVICE PERFORMED BY OTHER THAN FACTORY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL
WILL VOID WARRANTIES.
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT OPERATOR WARNINGS ................................................ 2
REFERENCES ...................................................................4
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION ........................................................ 5
INSPECTION & UNPACKING ........................................................6
INSTALLATION ...................................................................7
INITIAL START-UP ................................................................8
OPERATION .....................................................................9
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION ...................................................... 11
MAINTENANCE .................................................................12
CLEANING ..................................................................... 15
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................ 17
PARTS LISTS ...................................................................18
SCHEMATICS ................................................................... 22
SERVICE LOG .................................................................. 23
WARRANTY ....................................................................24
References
KLENZADE SALES CENTER ECOLAB. Inc. NATIONAL SANITATION FOUNDATION
370 Wabasha 3475 Plymouth Rd.
St. Paul, Minnesota 55102 Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106
800/352-5326 or 612/293-2233
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES, INC.
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION 333 Pfingsten Road
ASSOCIATION Northbrook, Illinois 60062
60 Battery March Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269 ZEP MANUFACTURING CO.
1310-T Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
NFPA/54 - Installation of Gas Appliances & Atlanta, Georgia 30318
Gas Piping
NFPA/70 - The National Electrical Code
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Equipment Description
The Groen TDB/C is a table top, tilting, steam A built-in steam generator, sized for the kettle
jacketed kettle with a thermostatically capacity and heated by electricity, produces
controlled, self-contained, electrically-heated steam in the jacket. “Airless” operation of the
steam supply and appropriate controls, mounted steam jacket permits uniform, efficient heating
on a sturdy base. The Model TDB/C is available at temperatures as low as 150EF and as high as
in 20 or 40 quart capacity. 295EF. In addition to the adjustable thermostat
for operating control, the unit has a tilt cut-off
The body of the TDB/C Kettle is constructed of switch, low water cut-off, safety valve, and highstainless steel, welded into one solid piece. The limit pressure switch as safety features. A
kettle is furnished with a reinforced rim and a heating indicator light, pressure gauge, and
butterfly shaped pouring lip. It has a steam sight glass are provided for monitoring kettle
jacket rated for working pressures up to 50 PSI. operation.
The interior of the kettle is polished to a 180
emery grit finish, and the exterior is given a A single electrical connection is required for
bright high buff finish. A handwheel crank allows installation. The unit may be ordered for use
the operator to manually tilt the kettle body in a with 208/240 or 480 volt power. All kettles are
controlled manner. Pouring height accepts pans wired for three-phase operation. For singleup to four inches high on a table top. phase conversion, see the wiring diagrams in
this manual.
KETTLE CHARACTERISTICS
TDB/C-20 TDB/C-40
Kettle Capacity 20 qts. 18.9 liters 40 qts. 37.8 liters
Jacket Capacity 4 qts. 3.7 liters 5 qts. 4.7 liters
Kettle Body Diameter 14” 356 mm 16-1/2” 419 mm
Kettle Body Depth 11” 279 mm 14-1/4” 362 mm
K.W. at 208 V 6.3 10.8
K.W. at 240 V 8.4 14.4
K.W. at 480 V 6.3 12.0
Base Width 28” 711 mm 28” 711 mm
Base Depth 16” 406 mm 16” 406 mm
Options available include:
1. One-piece, lift-off cover. 4. Water fill swing faucet.
2. Basket insert. 5. Mirror Image (Crank on the Left)
3. Stand that supports the unit and holds a 6. 316 stainless steel interior
pan in position for filling.
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Inspection & Unpacking
The unit will arrive in a heavy shipping carton Write down the model number, serial number,
and will be attached to a skid. Immediately upon and installation date, and retain this information
receipt, inspect the carton carefully for exterior for future reference. Space for these entries is
damage. 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.
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.
THIS UNIT WEIGHS 140 TO 163 LB. (64 TO
74 KG). INSTALLER SHOULD OBTAIN HELP
AS NEEDED TO LIFT THIS WEIGHT
SAFELY.
CAUTION
Carefully cut the polyester straps around the
carton and detach the sides of the box from the
skid. Pull the carton up off the unit.
Thoroughly inspect the unit for concealed
damage. Report any shipping damage or
incorrect shipments to the delivery agent.
When installation is to begin, carefully cut the
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.
The TDB/C is shipped from the factory strapped on a
pallet.
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Installation
This Groen Kettle is provided with 3. The equipment is shipped
complete internal wiring. It is ready for ready for three phase
immediate connection. A wiring diagram is operation. Refer to the wiring
provided in this manual and on the inside diagram for single phase
of the control housing service panel. Any conversion.
mechanical or electrical changes must be
approved in by Groen’s Food Service 4. Bringing the electrical service through the
Engineering Department. entrance at the rear of the support housing,
making a watertight connection with the
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.
incoming line. (A BX connection is not
recommended.)
DANGER
ELECTRICALLY GROUND THE UNIT AT
THE TERMINAL PROVIDED. FAILURE TO
GROUND UNIT COULD RESULT IN
ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH.
This unit has been operated at the factory to test
all controls and heater elements.
1. Set the kettle in place and level it. The
base should be securely fastened to a
table or work surface. Four 3/8”-16 N.C.
threaded couplings are provided in the
base of unit. Installation under a
ventilation hood is recommended.
2. Provide power as specified on the
electrical information plate attached to the
equipment. Comply with local codes
and/or The National Electrical Code and
ANSI/NFPA 70 - (current edition).
5. Apply a small bead of silicone caulk
around the perimeter of the kettle
base.
6. Confirm that the jacket water level is
above mid-point of sight glass. If it is
low, follow the instructions for “Jacket
Filling and Water Treatment” in the
“Maintenance” section of this manual.
7. The open end of the elbow on the
outlet of the safety valve must be
directed downward. If it is not, turn the
elbow to the correct position.
TDB/C ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS TDB/C SUPPLY WIRE REQUIREMENTS
VOLTAGE PHASE KW AMPS KW AMPS
208 1 6.3 31 10.8 52
208 3 6.3 18 10.8 30
240 1 8.4 35 14.4 60
240 3 8.4 20 14.4 35
480 1 6.3 13 12.0 25
480 3 6.3 8 12.0 15
400 3 7.8 11.2 13.2 19
20 QUARTS 40 QUARTS
VOLTAGE PHASE AWG mm AWG mm
208 1 8 — 6 —
240 1 8 3.0 4 3.5
480 1 14 — 10
400 3 — 1.8 —
Copper only, THHN (90EC)
20 QUARTS 40 QUARTS
3 12 — 8 —
3 10 — 8 —
3 14 — 12
2.5
WARNING
DO NOT STAND ON OR APPLY UNNECESSARY WEIGHT OR PRESSURE ON THE KETTLE
FRONT OR POURING LIP. THIS COULD RESULT IN THE OVERLOAD AND FAILURE OF THE
TILT MECHANISM, AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY AND BURNS TO THE OPERATOR AND
OTHERS.
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Initial Start-Up
IMPORTANT:
BE SURE ALL OPERATORS READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS, AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.
Now that the kettle has been installed, you
should test it to ensure that the unit is operating
correctly.
1. Remove all literature and packing
materials from inside and outside of the
unit.
2. Turn on the electrical service to the unit.
3. Pour 1-2 quarts of water into the kettle.
AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT
SURFACES. DIRECT SKIN CONTACT
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
WARNING
4. 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.
5. To shut down the unit, turn the
thermostat dial to “OFF”.
AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT
FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE.
DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN
SEVERE BURNS.
If the unit functions as described above, it is
ready for use. If the unit does not function as
intended, contact your local Groen Certified
Service Agency.
A simple turn of the thermostat heats the Groen TBD/C Kettle
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