Imperial IRE Operator’s Manual

INSTALLATION, OPERATION, & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER

FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS IN THE

VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE

The equipment is inspected & crated carefully by skilled personnel before leaving factory. The transportation company
assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of this equipment. If shipment arrives damaged:

1. Visible loss or damage: Note on freight bill or express delivery and have signed by person making delivery.

2. File claim for damages immediately: Regardless of extent of damages.

3. Concealed loss or damage: If damage is noticed after unpacking, notify transportation company immediately and file

“Concealed Damage” claim with them. This should be done within fifteen (15) days from date delivery is made to

you. Retain container for inspection.

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IMPORTANT

OWNERS MANUAL

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ELECTRIC RESTERANT RANGES

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Electrical wiring from the electric meter, main control box or service outlet to appliance must be
electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA 70-(latest edition). Canada, conform with Canadian Electrical Code CSA-C22.2.

IMPORTANT

Installing, Operating and Service Personnel:

Installation of the equipment should be performed by qualified, certified, licensed and/or authorized
personnel who are familiar with and experienced in state/local installation codes. Operation of the equipment should
be performed by qualified or authorized personnel who have read this manual and are familiar with the function of
the equipment. Service of the equipment should be performed by qualified personnel who are knowledgeable with
Imperial Ranges.

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RATING PLATE

The rating plate is located in front of the range below the oven section (7” from the floor). Information on
this plate includes the model and serial numbers. When communicating with factory about a unit or requesting
special parts or information, this data is essential for proper identification. The Salamander broiler or Cheesemelter
(if provided) is supplied with its own rating plate located on the unit.

IMPERIAL COOKING APPLIANCES MUST BE CONNECTED

ONLY TO THE TYPE OF GAS IDENTIFIED ON THE RATING PLATE

CLEARANCES

The appliance area must be kept free and clear of all combustibles. This unit is design-certified for the following
installations only:

The clearances from combustible and noncombustible construction for ranges and range mounted Salamander
broiler or Cheesemelter are as follows:

Combustible Noncombustible

Back 4” 0
Sides 10” 0

If legs or casters are not used, the unit must extend 2” beyond the front edge of a noncombustible curb or platform.

LEVELING

A carpenter’s level should be placed on the center across the range top and the unit leveled both front-to­back and side-to-side. If it is not level, cakes, casseroles, and any other liquid or semi-liquid batter will not bake
evenly, burner combustion may be erratic and the unit will not function efficiently.

If the floor is relatively smooth and level, the unit may be further leveled with adjustment in the foot of the

leg. Adjust to the high corner and level the unit with metal shims if the adjustment required exceeds the 1 ¼”

adjustment available. Units with casters must be leveled with shims. A unit will probably not return to the same
position after being moved, requiring re-leveling after each move.

AIR SUPPLY & VENTILATION

The area in front of, around, and above the appliance must be kept clear. Adequate clearance must be
maintained at all times in front and at the sides of the appliances for servicing and proper operation.

Means must be provided for any commercial, heavy-duty cooking appliance to exhaust combustion waste
products to the outside of the building. Usual practice is to place the unit under an exhaust hood. Filters and drip
troughs should be part of any industrial hood, but consult local codes before construction and installing a hood.

CONVECTION OVEN – ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Imperial ranges with CONVECTION OVEN the motor is internally wired. The electrical service in the
building must be in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.2, as applicable. Wiring diagram is located on the
backside of the unit. FOLLOW LOCKOUT-TAGOUT PROCEDURES.

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ASSEMBLY

RANGE

SERIES

LEGS TO
INSTALL

CASTERS TO

INSTALL

IR-4-E 4 4

IR-6-E 4 4

IR-10-E 4 4

WARNING

Electrical and grounding connections must comply with the applicable portions of the National Electrical

Code and/or other local electrical codes.

WARNING

Disconnect electrical power supply and place a tag at the disconnect switch to indicate that you are working

on the circuit.

The range is shipped fully assembled, except for the legs, high back and shelf. The range is provided with

6” (152mm) adjustable stainless steel legs (hardware included), packaged in a box located inside the oven. A set of
6” (152mm) casters are available as an optional field installable accessory.

INSTALLATION OF LEGS/CASTERS

1. Carefully lift range to access the bottom for leg or casters installation

2. For leg installation thread leg directly into base insuring leg is tight up against unit base.

3. Align holes in caster mounting plate with pre-drilled holes in bottom of range located in each of the four

corners

4. Attach mounting plate to bottom of range using four ¼” x 5/8” self tapping screw (provided).

NOTE: The locking casters should be mounted on the front.

A permanently connected appliance mounted on casters and intended to be secured to the building structure should
adhere to the flowing:

a. Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of the appliance without depending on or

transmitting stress to the electrical conduit

b. The appliance shall be installed using a flexible conduit.

If the range is installed on casters and is moved for any reason, it is recommended that the range be re-leveled front
to back and side to side for even baking.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Position the range in its final location. Bring conduit containing the proper supply wire to the range through the
knockout located on the J box. Select the size and type of field wire in accordance with the National Electrical code
suitable for carrying the equipment’s rated amps and voltage. Use field wires suitable for 75°C on units carrying
more than 80 amps.

Note: if you have purchased a 60” or 72” model, it will have two (2) electrical connections. The left and the right
portions of the range are supplied with individual branch circuits, the connection points are found in 2 J boxes.

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