Market Forge 40P-STEM, 30P-STEM, 30P-STEL, 40P-STEL User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

UNIVERSE PLUS ELECTRIC SKILLET

MODELS:

 30P-STEL  30P-STEM  40P-STEL  40P-STEM

WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or mainte­nance can cause damage, injury
or death. Read the installation,
operating & maintenance instruc­tions thoroughly before installing
or servicing the equipment.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

Do not store or use gasoline or

other ammable vapors or liquids

in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

Form No.: S-6004 Rev. D 06/08

PRINTED IN

USA



An Employee Owned Company

35 Garvey Street • Everett • MA • 02149-4403

Tel: [phone] • Toll Free: [phone]

Fax: [phone] • Outside MA Fax: [phone]

E-Mail: custserv@mi.com • Website: www.mi.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPEC SHEET INFORMATION ...................................

INSTALLATION ...........................................................

OPERATION ...............................................................

TEST KITCHEN BULLETIN ........................................

TROUBLE-SHOOTING ...............................................

MAINTENANCE ..........................................................

WIRING .......................................................................

PARTS ........................................................................

1
3
4
5
7
7
8
11-19

INTRODUCTION

NOTICE:

THE FOLLOWING FAYCETS ARE THE ONLY ONES APPROVED BY THE MASSACHUSETTS

BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF PLUMBERS AND GAS FITTERS FOR INSTALLATION ON

THIS EQUIPMENT.

SINGLE PANTRY FAUCET MANUFACTURED BY T & S BRASS AND BRONZE WORKS, INC.
MODEL # B-0305 OR CONCEALED MIXING FAUCET WITH 4-ARM HANDLES MANUFAC­TURED BY T & S BRASS AND BRONZE WORKS, INC. MODEL # B-0512.

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 INSTALLA-

•
TION CODES.
OPERATION OF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED OR AUTHORIZED PERSON-

•
NEL WHO HAVE READ THIS MANUAL AND ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE FUNCTIONS OF THE EQUIPMENT.
INSTALLING, OPERATING AND SERVICE PERSONNEL:

•
SERVICE OF THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORIZED MARKET FORGE SERVICE

•
AGENT.

•

SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE:

THE EQUIPMENT IS INSPECTED & CRAFTED 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:

VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: NOTE ON FREIGHT BILL OR EXPRESS DELIVERY AND HAVE SIGNED BY

1.
THE PERSON MAKING DELIVERY.
FILE CLAIM OR DAMAGES IMMEDIATELY REGARDLESS OF THE EXTENT OF DAMAGES.

2.
CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: IF DAMAGE IS NOTICED AFTER UNPACKING, NOTIFY THE TRANSPOR-

3.
TATION COMPANY IMMEDIATELY AND FILE ‘CONCEALED DAMAGE’ CLAIM WITH THEM. THIS SHOULD
BE DONE WITHIN FIFTEEN DAYS FROM THE DATE DELIVERY IS MADE TO YOU. RETAIN CONTAINER FOR
INSPECTION.

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UNIVERSE PLUS

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MODELS: ● 30P-STEL ●40P-STEL

● 30P-STEM ●40P-STEM

DESCRIPTION:

The Market Forge Electric Universe Plus Tilting Skillets

are available in 30-gallon (87-liter) and 40-gallon (114-li-

ter) pan bodies with 12kW and 18 kW inputs respectively.
Both models are available in open-leg and closed-base
frame assemblies with manual or power tilt capabilities.

The heavy duty construction of our Universe Plus Skil-

lets incorporates sides formed of 10 gauge stainless
steel and a 5/8” thick stainless steel clad plate that will
provide a rigid at cooking surface with improved heat
distribution. The balanced design of the pan allows the

operator to easily and quickly tilt to the desired posi-

tion. Our new power tilt operates smoothly, with manual
override that works easily when needed and without the
use of tools or drills as required by other manufacturers.

ELECTRIC TILTING SKILLET

JOB NAME: ___________________________
ITEM NO.: ____________________________
NO. REQUIRED: _______________________

CONSTRUCTION:

The Universe Plus Skillet has a fully polished stain­less steel cooking surface that prevents food from ad­hering and helps to safely clean the equipment. Heat-

ers turn off automatically when the cooking pan is tilted
from the horizontal position. The skillet is provided with
a heavy-duty spring assisted cover with a condensate
vent. The cooking pan and cover are supported by
two consoles with a fully welded stainless steel tubular
frame system that provides stable support to the unit.

The consoles are completely covered with stainless
steel that provides protection to the controls and is also
easily cleanable and provides clear access for easy
oor cleaning. The closed-base model incorporates an
easily removable stainless steel front and rear panel.

The sloped front of the pan allows for complete drain­ing of the pan when tilted to 70°. The tilting mecha-

nism includes a precision ground and polished worm
for smooth and long lasting tilt operation and positive

control with a collapsible hand crank. A power tilting op­tion is available and is also supplied with the collaps-

ible handle for manual override operation if required.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
COOKING PAN:

The unitized cooking pan with integral clad plate cooking
surface is welded with full penetration to resist cracking due

to expansion and contraction. The polished cooking sur-

face resists product adherence and improves cleanup and
appearance. The pan incorporates an easy-pour lip and

30P-STEM Shown

5-gallon increment markings. The clad plate cooking sur­face has electric tubular elements attached to the bot-

tom of the pan for even and efcient heat transfer. An
interlock switch is provided to turn the heaters off when

the pan is tilted more than 10° from the normal horizon-

tal position. The spring assisted cover with integral vent,

condensate drip guide and full width handle affords ef-

fortless operation and will maintain an open position.

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ONTROLS:

The skillet comes standard with a solid-state tempera-

ture control with a positive OFF position and 100°-450°

Fahrenheit scale, a pilot light to indicate when the ele­ments are ON, and a 1 hour mechanical timer. The op-

tional power tilting mechanism also utilizes an UP/DOWN

rocker switch. The manual tilting mechanism uses a col­lapsible hand crank conveniently located below the con-

trol panel. The controls are resistant to dripping and light
splashing water (NEMA T-2).

OPERATION SHALL BE BY:

All UniVerse Plus Tilting Skillets models are available in
208VAC, 240VAC, eld convertible to 1 or 3 phase, or
480VAC 3 phase. 30 Gallon models are rated at 12 kW
and the 40 Gallon models are rated at 18 kW.

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UNIVERSE PLUS

ELECTRIC TILTING SKILLET

DETAILS & DIMENSION

Electrically Operated

SERVICE CONNECTIONS

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Electrical Connection - Use wire suitable for 90oC. A

stepdown transformer provides power to the 120V control

circuit.

VOLTS AC

208
240
480 (3 pH Only)

Details of other electrical systems are available upon request.

Cold Water - 3/8" O.D. NPT to faucet (Optional).

CW

Hot Water - 3/8" O.D. NPT to faucet (Optional).

HW

40P-STEM &

40P-STEL

(18 kW)

1 pH

3 pH

87

50

75

43

--

22

30P-STEM &

30P-STEL

(12 kW)

1 pH

3 pH

58

33

50

29

--

14.5

OPTIONAL AT EXTRA COST:

● 2” Draw-Off Valve with Strainer.

● Modular Joining Kit.

● Pan Support.

● Pan Holder Inserts.

● Pouring Lip Strainer.

● Single Pantry Faucet.

● Posi-Set.

● 2” Tangent Draw-Off Valve with Drain Hose Assembly,
Includes:

○ 2” Tangent Draw-Off Valve with Strainer.
○ 90o Stainless Steel Elbow.
○ 8 Foot Long of 2” ID Hose (cut to required length).
○ Hose Clamp.

● Drain Cup Assembly, Includes:
○ Stainless Steel Cup Assembly.
○ 8 Foot Long of 2” ID Hose (cut to required length).
○ Hose Clamp.

● Drain Pan Assembly, Includes:
○ 6” x 12” x 20” Stainless Steel Solid Pan with Elbow.
○ 8 Foot Long of 2” ID Hose (cut to required length).
○ Hose Clamp.

● Double Pantry Faucet.

● Single Pantry Spray Hose.

● Double Pantry Spray Hose.

● Caster Kit w/Strain Relief.

● Correctional Package.

CLEARANCE:



Left Side



Right Side



Back

12 kW

0"
0"
6"

18 kW

0"
0"
6"

DIMENSIONS

MODEL CAPACITY A B C D

30P-STEL
30P-STEM

40P-STEL
40P-STEM

30 Gallon inches 36 34.63 30.5 25.75

114 liter mm 914 879 775 654

40 Gallon inches 46 44.63 40.5

152 liter mm 1168 1133 1029

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25.75

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INSTALLATION

GENERAL INSTALLATION:
UNPACKING:

Immediately after unpacking, check for possible shipping dam­age. If the tilting universe plus electric skillet is found to be dam-

aged, save the packing material and contact the carrier within 15
days of delivery.

Before installing, verify that the electrical service agrees with the
specications on the rating plate located on the right side panel
as you face the front of the skillet. If the supply and equipment
requirements do not agree, contact your dealer.

LOCATION:

The installation location must allow adequate clearances for ser-

vicing and proper operation. A minimum front clearance of 36”,
and rear clearance of 6” is required.

INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS:

Your Tilting Universe Plus Electric Skillet must be installed in ac-

cordance with:

1. Provincial and local codes, with: USA state and local codes,

or in the absence of local codes, with: The National Electri-

cal Code ANSI/NFPA-70 (Latest Edition), or in the absence­of local codes, with: Canada CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1.

2. ANSI/NFPA Standard #96, “Vapor Removal from Cooking
Equipment”, (Latest Edition), available from Tha National Fire

Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Massa-

chusetts (MA) 02269.

LEVELING AND ANCHORING THE SKILLET:

1. Place the skillet in the desired location of installation.

2. Place a carpenter’s level on the top of the skillet pan and

turn the adjustable feet to level the skillet from side-to-side-

and front-to-back.

3. Mark hole locations on the oor through the anchoring

holes provided in the rear adjustable ange feet.

4. Remove the skillet from the anchoring holes marks that you

marked on the oor and drill a hole for each marking. After
all holes have been drilled, place the skillet back into original
position.

5. Check to make sure the skillet is still level. (See Step 2).

6. Bolt and anchor the skillet securly to the oor, then seal the
bolt sand anged feet with a silastic or equivalent compound.

7. If faucet is provided, connect water supply and check

operation.

8. Turn the power on and check for proper operation.

WARNING!:
Electrical and grounding connections must comply with
the appliance portions of The National Electrical Code
and/or other local codes.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION:

NOTE!: Do not install in such a manner that a service person
cannot remove the control box cover.

• Connect unit to a branch circuit having a voltage and circuit

type specied on the name plate and of sufcient size to carry
load. The amps per line wire for the various voltage rating are
shown in table below.

NOTE!: Supply wires must be suitable for temperature of at
least 200

o

F (90oC). Additionally, all wiring must conform to

the requirements of local and national electric codes. Conduit

and ttings must be watertight.

• Connect ground wire from electrical service to ground lug.

• Ensure that skillet is rmly seated on fram before checking

connection and functioning of controls.

NOTE!: Unit is equipped with an interlock switch that shuts off
current to the heating elements when skillet pan is more
than (10

o

) above normal horizontal cooking position.

• Switch on current supply to unit. Check for proper fuctioning

of controls and heating elements (See page 4, Operating
Instructions).

SERVICE CONECTIONS:

• All Internal Wiring for the skillet is complete.

• Make service connections as indicated on page 2 and elec-

trical connections above.

• If a faucet is provided, connect the water supplies and check

for proper operation.

AMP PER LINE WIRE TABLE:

MODELS: 30P-STEL * 30P-STEM

EXPORT MODELS: 30P-STEL-LX * 30P-STEM-LX

12 kW 220/380 Volt 18.2 18 kW 220/380 Volt 27.0
12 kW 240/415 Volt 16.7 18 kW 240/415 Volt 25.0

208 Volt 57.7 57.7 18 kW 87.0 87.0
240 Volt 50.0 50.0 18 kW 75.0 75.0

208 Volt
240 Volt
480 Volt

3 pH, 4 Wire, 50Hz

Amps Per Line Wire

( EXPORT ONLY )

12 kW, 1 pH Unit, 60Hz

Amps Per Line

L # 1 L # 2 L # 1 L # 2

12 kW, 3 pH Unit, 60Hz

Amps Per Line

L # 1 L # 2 L # 3 L # 1 L # 2 L # 3

33.0 33.0 33.0 50.0 50.0 50.0

29.0 29.0 29.0 43.0 43.0 43.0

14.5 14.5 14.5 22.0 22.0 22.0

MODELS: 40P-STEL * 40P-STEM

EXPORT MODELS: 40P-STEL-LX * 40P-STEM-LX

3 pH, 4 Wire, 50Hz

Amps Per Line Wire

( EXPORT ONLY )

18 kW, 1 pH Unit, 60Hz

Amps Per Line

18 kW, 3 pH Unit, 60Hz

Amps Per Line

208 Volt
240 Volt
480 Volt

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OPERATION

WARNING!: The tilting skillet and its parts are hot. Use care

when operating, cleaning and servicing the tilting skillet.

BEFORE FIRST USE:

Using a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercail cleaner,

clean the protective metal oils from all surface parts and inte-

rior of the skillet. Follow the cleaner manufacturer’s directions.
Rinse throughly and drain the pan. Wipe dry with a soft clean
cloth.

CONTROLS:

Red Temperature Light Illuminates when heating elements
are supplying heat to the tilting skillet.

_________________________________________________

Thermostat Turns tilting skillet ON and maintains
set temperature by controlling power
supply. Temperature settings range

from 100oF to 450

Bulletin on page 6).

_________________________________________________

Hand Crank To raise and lower pan.

_________________________________________________

Tilt Switch (Optional) Push UP to raise pan; push DOWN to
lower tilting braising pan.

_________________________________________________

Timer 1 Hour mechanical timer (program
duration of cooking time).

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START-UP PROCEDURE:

1. Ensure that the skillet pan is in the DOWN position.

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F (See Test Kitchen

NOTE!: Electric power automatically shuts off when skillet is
tilted more than 10o above normal horizontal cooking position.

3. Set thermostat at desired temperature by turning thermostat
control knob clockwise. (refer to Test Kitchen Bulletin on

page 6)

4. Preheat to desired temperature by turning thermostat

control knob clockwise. (refer to Test Kitchen Bulletin on

page 6 )

NOTE!: For best results, allow unit to cycle ON/OFF once.

5. Ensure that cover is up for most types of cooking except for

simmering, or boiling. Cover has drip-lip at rear to direct con-

densate into skillet.

6. Remove cooked food immediately to prevent over-cooking.
Tilt skillet by turning hand crank clockwise or pushing tilt
switch.

7. Lower skillet by turning hand crank counterclockwise or
pushing tilt switch.

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Turn thermostat control knob counterclockwise to OFF when
no further heating is desired.

2. Turn the THERMOSTAT dial to the desired temperature

(refer to Test Kitchen Bulletin on page 6). The RED TEM-

PERATURE light will come on.

3. When skillet pan has reached set temperature, the RED
TEMPERATURE light will go off and the heating elements

will shut off. The heating elements will cycle on and off there-

after to maintain set temperature. The RED TEMPERATURE
light will cycle on and off with the heating elements.

4. Preheat skillet pan and allow it to cycle to equalize heat
across the entire surface.

5. Water will boil faster with the lid down.

6.Turn THERMOSTAT to OFF whn skillet is not in use.

BASIC OPERATION:

1. Ensure that electric power connection has been made

correctly and that branch circuit breaker at building supply
box is ON.

2. Ensure that skillet is in full down position and clean before

using.

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DAILY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE:

To turn skillet OFF, turn the THERMOSTAT dial to OFF.

TILTING THE SKILLET:

1. DO NOT try to tilt skillet with lid down.

2. Make sure the receving pan is in place.

3. Turn hand crank clockwise or for power tilt, push and hold
TILT SWITCH in the ip mode until desired pan position has
been reached. The pan will empty when raised to the top tilt
position. When the braising pan is raised 10

o

or more, the

heating elements eill be turned off automatically.

4. Food is poured through the removable strainer into a food

receiving pan positioned under the lip of the pouring spout.

5. To lower pan, turn hand crank counterclockwise or push
and hold TILT SWITCH in the DOWN mode.

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TEST KITCHEN BULLETIN

THERMOSTAT

ITEM HOUR QTY. YIELD QTY. YIELD

SIZE

SETTING

BREAKFAST FOODS

Bacon 3 Slices 350
Eggs 1 Egg

Boiled-Hard 1 Egg 225
Boiled-Soft 1 Egg 225

Fried 1 Egg 400
Poached 1 Egg 225

Scrambled 1 1/2 Eggs 300
French Toast 3 Slices 450
Reqular Oatmeal 1/2 Cup 250
Pancakes 2 Each 400

FISH

Clams 1 pt. 400
Fish Cakes 2 oz. 400
Haddock Filet 4 oz. 400

Halibut Steak 5 oz. 450
Lobster 1-1 lb. 350
Swordfish 5 oz. 450

SAUCES, GRAVIES AND SOUPS

Brown Gravy 1 oz. 350
Cream Sauces 2 oz. 250
Cream Soups 6 oz. 200
French Onion Soup 6 oz. 225
Meat Sauce 4 oz. 350

MISCELLANEOUS

Grilled Cheese 1 sand 400
Macaroni & Cheese 8 oz. 200
Rice 4 oz. 350

Spaghetti

4 oz. 350

MEAT & POULTRY

Beef

American Chop Suey 6 oz. 400
Beef Stew 8 oz. 300
Corn Beef Hash 5 oz. 400
Cheeseburger 3 oz. 300
Hamburger 3 oz. 300

BATCHES

PER

o

o
o
o
o
o

200

o
o
o

o
o
o
o
o
o

o

200

o

175

o
o
o

200

o
o
o

225

o

225

o

225

o
o
o
o

12 2 lbs. 10 3 lbs. 15

5 50 50 75 75
8 50 50 75 75
4 30 30 45 45
5 36 36 60 60

o

1 18gal. 720 28gal. 1100
7 35 Slices 12 50 Slices 17
2 20 lbs. 500 40 lbs. 1000

10 30 each 15 50 each 25

10 10qts. 20 15qts. 30

5 70-3 oz. 35 110-3 oz. 55
4 60-4 oz. 60 90-4 oz. 90
3 60-4 oz. 60 90-4 oz. 90
4 20-1 lb. 20 30-1 lb. 30
3 50-5 oz. 50 75-5 oz. 75

o
o

2 18gal. 2300 35gal. 4500
1 18gal. 1150 35gal. 2250
1 18gal. 375 35gal. 725
1 18gal. 350 35gal. 700

o

1 18 gal. 575 35 gal. 1100

8 35 sand 35 40 sand 50
2 18gal. 300 35gal. 525

o
o

o

1 20 lb.raw 320 40 lb. 650
2 8 lb. 200 12 lb. 300

2 18gal. 350 35gal. 700

-- 18gal. 280 35gal. 560

5 16 lb. 50 25 lb. 75
12 7 lb. 35 10 lb. 50
15 7 lb. 35 10 lb. 50

30 Gallon 40 Gallon

PER LOAD

PER LOADPORTION

5