Lang RT36A, RT36B, RT36C, RT36D, RT36E Operation Manual

Installation,

Operation, and

Maintenance Instructions

Range Top: RT36A, B, C, D, E, G

Star Manufacturing International 10 Sunnen Drive St. Louis, MO.63143-3800
Part Number: 2M-W1091 Ph: 314-781-2777 Fax: [phone]

Rev.D

WWW.STAR-MFG.COM June 12, 2008

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.

POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION

INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT USER
SMELLS GAS. THIS INFORMATION SHALL BE OBTAINED BY
CONSULTING YOUR LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER. AS A MINIMUM,
TURN OFF THE GAS AND CALL YOUR GAS COMPANY AND
YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE AGENT. EVACUATE ALL
PERSONNEL FROM THE AREA.

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.

Model # Purchased From
Serial # Location:

Date Purchased Date Installed
Purchase Order # For Service, Call

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Table of Contents

CHAPTER PAGE

Table Of Contents ....................................................................................................................... 3

Equipment Description ................................................................................................................ 6

Unpacking ................................................................................................................................... 7

Installation ................................................................................................................................... 8

Initial Start-Up ............................................................................................................................. 10

Operation .................................................................................................................................... 11

Maintenance & Cleaning Procedures ........................................................................................ 12

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 13

Wiring Diagram ........................................................................................................................... 14

Exploded View & Parts List......................................................................................................... 15 - 17

Sea Rails Exploded View & Parts List ........................................................................................ 18 - 19

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Warnings

THE RANGE WEIGHS 410 LBS. (186 KILOGRAMS).

FOR SAFE HANDLING, INSTALLER SHOULD OBTAIN
HELP AS NEEDED, OR EMPLOY APPROPRIATE
MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT (SUCH AS A
FORKLIFT, DOLLY, OR PALLET JACK) TO REMOVE
THE UNIT FROM THE SKID AND MOVE IT TO THE
PLACE OF INSTALLATION.

CAUTION: ANY STAND, COUNTER OR OTHER DEVICE ON

WHICH RANGE WILL BE LOCATED MUST BE
DESIGNED TO SUPPORT THE WEIGHT OF THE
RANGE (410 LBS.).

SHIPPING STRAPS ARE UNDER TENSION AND CAN

SNAP BACK WHEN CUT.

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED AT THE

TERMINAL PROVIDED. FAILURE TO GROUND THE
APPLIANCE COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION
AND DEATH.

WARNING: INSTALLATION OF THE UNIT MUST BE DONE BY

PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO WORK WITH
ELECTRICITY AND PLUMBING. IMPROPER
INSTALLATION CAN CAUSE INJURY TO
PERSONNEL AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
ALL APPLICABLE CODES.

The data plate is located right of Range top controls.

The range voltage, wattage, serial number, wire size,
and clearance specifications are on the data plate.
This information should be carefully read and
understood before proceeding with the installation.

NOTICE: The installation of any components such as a vent

hood, grease extractors, and/or a fire extinguisher
system, must conform to the applicable National,
State and locally recognized installation standards.

During the first few hours of operation, you may

notice a small amount of smoke coming from the
unit, and a faint odor. This is normal for a new range
and will disappear after the first few hours of use.

ALWAYS KEEP THE AREA NEAR THE APPLIANCE

FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.

CAUTION: KEEP FLOOR IN FRONT OF EQUIPMENT CLEAN

AND DRY. IF SPILLS OCCUR, CLEAN IMMEDIATELY,
TO AVOID THE DANGER OF SLIPS OR FALLS.

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Warnings

WARNING KEEP WATER AND SOLUTIONS OUT OF CONTROLS.

NEVER SPRAY OR HOSE CONTROL CONSOLE,
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS, ETC.

CAUTION MOST CLEANERS ARE HARMFUL TO THE SKIN, EYES,

MUCOUS MEMBRANES AND CLOTHING. WEAR RUBBER
GLOVES, GOGGLES/FACE SHIELD AND PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING. CAREFULLY READ THE WARNING AND
FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE LABEL OF THE
CLEANER.

NOTICE Service on this or any other Lang appliance must be

performed by qualified personnel only. Consult your Lang
Authorized Service Agent Directory. You can call our toll
free number 1-800-807-9054 or visit our website

WWW.STAR-MFG.COM for the service agent nearest you.

WARNING BOTH HIGH AND LOW VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE

THIS APPLIANCE WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED/WIRED
INTO A LIVE RECEPTACLE. BEFORE REPLACING ANY
PARTS, DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM THE ELECTRIC
POWER SUPPLY.

CAUTION USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN

THOSE SUPPLIED BY STAR OR THEIR AUTHORIZED
DISTRIBUTORS CAN CAUSE BODILY INJURY TO THE
OPERATOR AND DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT. THIS
WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES.

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Installation

Model: RT36

Electric Range Top

Exterior

The range dimensions are 8” (20.3 cm) high, 38” (96.5cm) deep, and 36” (91.5cm) wide.

The sides, bottom, and rear wall are constructed of stainless steel.

The range surface can come in 5 different configurations.

Controls

The RT36 Series Range is available with various controls depending upon model number. Shown below
are layouts of each top configuration with its proper model number and a brief description of the controls.
The RT36 provides three (3) options for the bottom of the range. A standard bake oven, convection oven,
or just as a range top.

RT36-ATA

One 24”x24” griddle controlled by
Two (2) 450°F thermostats and
Two (2) French plates controlled by
two 6-heat switches.

Three (3) Hot Tops controlled by
Three (3) 850°F thermostats.

RT36-ATD

One 36”x24” Griddle controlled by one 450°F
thermostat.

RT36-ATB

Two 12”x24” Hot tops
controlled by two (2) 850°F
thermostats and two (2) French
plates controlled by two (2) 6­heat switches.

RT36-ATE

Six French plates controlled by six 6-heat
switches.

RT36-ATC

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