Groen VRC-3E, VRC-6E Operation Manual

OPERATOR MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, KEEP FOR OPERATOR

This manual provides information for:

MODELS VRC-3E

& VRC-6E Domestic

VORTEX100® CONNECTIONLESS STEAMER

·Self Contained

·Electric Heated

· Capacity:	VRC-3E=3 Steamer Pans Per Cavity
	VRC-6E=6 Steamer Pans Per Cavity

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.

NOTIFY CARRIER OF DAMAGE AT ONCE

It is the responsibility of the consignee to inspect the container upon receipt of same and to determine the possibility of any damage, including concealed damage. Uniﬁed 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 ﬁle a claim with the carrier. We recommend that you do so at once.

Manufacture Service/Questions 888-994-7636.

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.

PART NUMBER 148673, REV. H (5/08)

1055 Mendell Davis Drive

Jackson, MS 39272 888-994-7636, fax 888-864-7636 groen.com

IMPORTANT - READ FIRST - IMPORTANT

WARNING:	WHEN YOU OPEN THE DOOR, STAY AWAY FROM STEAM COMING OUT OF THE UNIT.
	STEAM CAN CAUSE BURNS.
WARNING:	BEFORE CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE STEAMER, DISCONNECT THE ELECTRIC
	POWER SUPPLY. KEEP WATER AND CLEANING SOLUTIONS OUT OF CONTROLS AND
	ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. NEVER HOSE OR STEAM CLEAN ANY PART OF THE UNIT.
WARNING:	ALLOW COOKING CHAMBER TO COOL BEFORE CLEANING.
WARNING:	DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT WITH WATER IN THE CAVITY OR DRAIN PAN.
WARNING:	ALLOW WATER IN DRAIN PAN TO COOL BEFORE EMPTYING.
WARNING:	DO NOT PUT HANDS OR TOOLS INTO THE COOKING CHAMBER UNTIL THE FAN HAS
	STOPPED TURNING.
WARNING:	DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT UNLESS THE REMOVABLE RIGHT SIDE PANEL HAS BEEN
	RETURNED TO ITS PROPER LOCATION.
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
	FACTORY-AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES.
WARNING:	HIGH VOLTAGE EXISTS INSIDE CONTROL COMPARTMENTS. DISCONNECT FROM BRANCH
	CIRCUIT BEFORE SERVICING. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
	DEATH.
WARNING:	DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OTHER THAN MILD DETERGENTS TO CLEAN THE COOKING
	CHAMBER.
WARNING:	CAREFULLY READ THE OPERATION INSTRUCTION LABEL BEFORE OPERATION OF THE
	UNIT.
WARNING:	DO NOT USE REVERSE OSMOSIS (RO) OR DISTILLED WATER IN THE STEAMER.
CAUTION:	SHIPPING STRAPS ARE UNDER TENSION AND CAN SNAP BACK WHEN CUT.
CAUTION:	DO NOT INSTALL UNITS WITHIN 2 INCHES OF A HEAT SOURCE SUCH AS A BRAISING PAN,
	DEEP FRYER, CHAR BROILER OR KETTLE.
NOTICE:	DO NOT USE ANY DE-GREASER THAT CONTAINS POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE OR SODIUM
	HYDROXIDE OR THAT IS ALKALINE.

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Table of Contents
OPERATOR WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 2
REFERENCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 3
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 4
INSPECTION AND UNPACKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 4
INSTALLATION AND START-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5-6
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8-9
CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	11
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	11
DRAIN KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
DRAIN KIT DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
RACKS, PAN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14
SERVICE LOG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15
WARRANTY PROTECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	16-17

	References
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES, INC.	NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
333 Pfingsten Road	60 Batterymarch Park
Northbrook, Illinois 60062	Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
NFPA/70 The National Electrical Code	Website Address: www.groen.com

NSF INTERNATIONAL

789 N. Dixboro Rd.

P.O. Box 130140

Ann Arbor, Michigan 48113-0140

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Equipment Description

Your Groen VRC-3E or VRC-6E Vortex Connectionless Steamer is designed to give years of service. It has a stainless steel cavity (cooking chamber) which is served by an inside water reservoir which is electrically heated. A powerful blower circulates the steam in the cavity to increase heating efficiency.

The cavity holds up to three (VRC-3E) or six (VRC6E) steam table pans (12" x 20" x 2½" deep). An 18 gauge stainless steel case encloses the cavity and the control compartment that houses electrical components. Door hinges are reversible (the door may be set to open from the left or right). Operating Controls are on the front panel.

VRC-3E and VRC-6E steamers are equipped with fully electronic controls. These units are readily identified by their unique control panels. A rocker switch is used to turn the unit on and off.

WARNING

DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE CHANGING FUSES. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR DEATH.

The VRC-3E holds three standard 12"x 20"x 2-1/2" or two 12"x20"x4" steamer pans.

The VRC-6E holds up to six standard 12"x20"x2-1/2" or four 12"x20x4" steamer pans.

Inspection and Unpacking

The Steamer will be delivered completely assembled in a heavy shipping carton strapped to a skid. On receipt, inspect carton carefully for exterior damage. If damage is evident, notify the local carrier immediately and file a damage claim. Groen assumes no liability for damage incurred in transit. Reconfirm that the voltage at the location is compatible with the steamer you received.

CAUTION

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

Carefully cut the straps and detach the sides of the carton from the skid. Pull the carton up off the unit. Be careful to avoid personal injury or equipment damage from staples which might be left in the carton walls.

CAUTION

THE VRC-3E WEIGHS 150 POUNDS (68 KG). THE VRC-6E WEIGHS 170 POUNDS (77 KG). YOU SHOULD GET HELP AS NEEDED TO LIFT THIS WEIGHT SAFELY.

Write down the model number, serial number and installation date. Keep this information for reference. Space for these entries is provided at the top of the Service Log in the back of this manual.

When starting installation, check packing materials

to make sure loose parts such as the drain pan and drip tray are not discarded with this material.

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Installation and Start-Up

CAUTION

DO NOT INSTALL THE UNIT WITHIN 2 INCHES OF A HEAT SOURCE (SUCH AS A BRAISING PAN, DEEP FAT FRYER, CHARBROILER OR KETTLE).

Electrical Supply Connection - Observe all local, national, or other applicable codes.

Three phase models of the Vortex™ Connectionless Steamer are supplied with a cord set ready to be connected to a power supply. See the chart below for the correct matching receptacle (not supplied with the unit).

Single phase models are designed to be directly connected (hard wired) to the electrical supply and allow sufficient loop in the flexible conduit to facilitate inspection, servicing, and cleaning.

Branch Circuit Protection

Each Steamer, including individual units of stacked models, should have its own branch circuit protection and ground wire. Current and power demands for each unit are as shown below.

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY CONNECTIONS

FIELD WIRING TABLE - USE COPPER WIRE ONLY - INSULATION RATING (90ºC)

VOLTAGE

RATED CURRENT DEMAND

(60 Hz Only)

VRC-3E

VRC-6E

VRC-3E

VRC-6E

208 3 PHASE

9KW

10KW

25 Amps

28 Amps

240 3 PHASE

9KW

10KW

22 Amps

25 Amps

480 3 PHASE

9KW

10KW

11 Amps

13 Amps

PLUG AND RECEPTACLE CHART

VOLTS

PHASE

PLUG

RECEPTACLE

9KW

10KW

9KW

10KW

208

15-30P

15-50P

15-30R

15-50R

240

15-30P

15-50P

15-30R

15-50R

480

L16-30P

L16-30R

208

----

240

----

WARNING

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE CONNECTED TO A GROUNDED METALLIC, PERMANENT WIRING SYSTEM, OR AN EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTOR MUST BE RUN WITH THE CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS AND CONNECTED TO THE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING TERMINAL ON THE STATION.

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Water Connection(s) - Units Manual Filled

No water connection is needed. The water will be poured directly into the water cavity reservoir. Avoid the use of any chemically treated water specifically filtered water.

Water Connection(s) - Units with Autofill

Make sure that the incoming water connection is made with a 3/4” .H. COLD water hose. Rigid pipe is not required. The water pressure should be between 30 and 60 PSIG. Higher pressures will require the use of a pressure regulator. Make sure that all connections are tight with no leaks - no matter how small.

WARNING

DO NOT USE REVERSE OSMOSIS (RO) OR DISTILLED WATER IN THE STEAMER.

Drain Connection

The Vortex™ Connectionless Steamer should be manually drained to the bottom containment pan supplied by the factory. If the unit is connected to a drain, do not connect more than two units to one drain line or pressure from one unit will effect the second unit.

Stacking Units Instructions

Remove drain containment pan from the bottom of unit(s). Unscrew to remove adjustable legs from base of Vortex unit(s). Unfasten nuts and bolts on stand platform(s). Place Vortex unit(s) on stand platform. Align the (4) leg holes with the holes in the platform. Secure Vortex unit(s) to stand platform(s) using bolts and washers provided in step 2 as shown in detail “A” of figure 1 on page 7.

For double stack units only:

By loosening the left screw and removing the right screw provided, mount steam exhaust bracket assembly to the back panel of the top Vortex unit as shown in detail “B” of Figure 1 on page 7. Attach the steam exhaust hose from the bottom Vortex unit’s steam outlet tube to the top Vortex unit’s steam exhaust bracket assembly using hose clamps provided as shown in figure 2 on page 7. (Note: Steam exhaust hose may need to be cut to fit.)

Steam Vent Assembly Instructions

Remove steam diverter assembly from literature bag which can be found inside of unit. Slide loose end as shown over unit steam outlet,

tighten worm gear clamp with flat head screw driver. Be sure steam outlet is pointing in the upward position. (Shown below)

Drain Line Installation - Units with Autofill or Units with Drain Kit

The drain line should not be less than: 1 - 1/2” - for single units

2” (6E) - for double stacked units There must be a 2” air gap to the (non-

pressureized) building drain. Make sure that the drain is sloped AWAY and DOWN from the steamer and that there are no obstructions in the line. Failure to observe these requirements may cause a water trap in the drain line and produce enough back pressure to prevent proper cavity draining - resulting in condensate water leaking from the door. Drain line must NOT be made of plastic pipe. It must be able to withstand boiling water.

UNIT STEAM OUTLET

TO DIVERT STEAM OUTLET ATTACHTHIS STEAM DIVERTER ASSEMBLY

TOTHE UNIT EXHAUSTTUBE .

POWER CORD

CONTAINMENT PAN

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