The Market Forge Direct Connected Steam Jacketed Kettle is a steam operated pressure vessel
designed for cooking. It consists of a welded satin finish of stainless steel (type 304) kettle with
double wall construction, forming a surrounding chamber around the kettle into which steam is
introduced as a source of heat for cooking. Steam input plumbing is equipped with a manual control
valve.
Unit is mounted on stainless steel tubular tri-legs. Each leg is fitted with a four hole adjustable
flange foot for securing the kettle to the floor.
Unit is also equipped with a tangent draw-off valve with heat resistant handle for the removal of
kettle contents and a condensate return assembly that permits removal of excessive condensate. A
two piece, hinged lid covers the kettle opening.
Operation is by direct steam at a minimum of 5 PSI (0.4kg/cm2) and a maximum of 55 PSI
(3.9kg/cm
2
).
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F-20L l F-30L l F-40L l F-60L l F-80L l F-100L
STATIONARY TRI-LEG
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MODELS: m F-20Lm F-30L
DESCRIPTION:
Will be a Market Forge direct connected stationary tri-leg
steam jacketed kettle model:
m F-20L20 Gallon (76 liter) Capacity
m F-30L30 Gallon (114 liter) Capacity
m F-40L40 Gallon (152 liter) Capacity
m F-60L60 Gallon (227 liter) Capacity
m F-80L80 Gallon (303 liter) Capacity
m F-100L100 Gallon (380 liter) Capacity
34 lbs. (15.5 kg) steam per hour or 1 BHP per 20 gallons
(76 liters) of kettle capacity.
m FT- 20L ............................... ..............................
m FT- 30L ............................... ..............................
m FT- 40L ............................... .............................
m FT- 60L ............................... .............................
m FT- 80L ............................... .............................
m FT- 100L ............................. ..............................
BHP/Hour
1.0
1.5
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
(lbs) Steam/Hour
34.5
52.0
69.0
103.5
138.0
172.5
11/04
Spec No. S-2117I
Kettle will be constructed of welded satin finish stainless
steel, type 304. A double wall kettle interior will form a
steam jacket around the lower 2/3 of the kettle. The kettle
bottom will be of elliptical design for superior heat
circulation.
Tri-leg mounting frame of stainless steel pipe will conceal
the steam piping. Each leg will be fitted with a four-hole
adjustable flange foot for securing to the floor.
A sealed stainless steel tilting mechanism will permit the
kettle to tilt forward a full 90
tilting mechanism will be self-locking for positive stop
action. Steam control valve will be mounted on control box.
Unit will include as standard a Steam Control Kit (CKT-1). OPERATION WILL BE BY:
Direct steam at 15–50 PSI (1.0–3.5 kg/cm2). 1/3 BHP
required per kettle. Over 50 PSI (3.5 kg/cm
reducing valve is required.
o
for complete emptying. The
2
), a pressure
The manufacturer reserves the right to modify materials and specifications without notice
Printed in U.S.A.
OPTIONAL AT EXTRA COST:
m One-piece lift-off stainless steel cover.
m One-piece counterbalanced hinged stainless steel
cover.
m Double pantry faucet with swing spout and mounting
bracket.
m Single pantry faucet with swing spout and mounting
bracket.
m Triple bracket assembly.
m 1 1/2" (38mm) draw-off valve with strainer.
m 2" (50mm) draw-off valve with strainer.
m 3" (76mm) draw-off valve with strainer.
m Steam trap and strainer.
m Steam trap assembly * includes:
* Steam control valve (steam inlet globe valve).
* Steam trap.
* Line strainer.
m Check valve.
m Graduated measuring stick.
m Wall models (consult factory).
m Type 316 stainless steel liner (for high acid content).
*It is our policy to build equipment which is design certified by U.L., A.S.M.E., N.S.F. and C.S.A. However, a continuing program of product improvement makes it necessary
FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT
to submit new models to the agencies as they are developed and consequently not all models bear the appropriate agency labels at all times.
Printed in U.S.A.
An Employee Owned Company
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FT-20L l FT-30L l FT-40L l FT-60L l FT-80L l FT-100L
TILTING TRI-LEG
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MODELS: m FT- 20Lm FT-60L
m FT-30Lm FT-80L
m FT-40Lm FT-100L
DESCRIPTION: Will be a Market Forge Direct Steam
Connected Tilting Tri-leg Steam Jacketed Kettle.
m FT- 20L20 Gallon (76 liter) Capacity
m FT- 30L30 Gallon (114 liter) Capacity
m FT- 40L40 Gallon (152 liter) Capacity
m FT- 60L60 Gallon (227 liter) Capacity
m FT- 80L80 Gallon (303 liter) Capacity
m FT- 100L100 Gallon (380 liter) Capacity
Kettle will be constructed of welded satin finish stainless
steel, type 304. A double wall kettle interior will form a
steam jacket around the lower 2/3 of the kettle. The kettle
bottom will be of elliptical design for superior heat
circulation.
Tri-leg mounting frame of stainless steel pipe will conceal
the steam piping. Each leg will be fitted with a four-hole
adjustable flange foot for securing to the floor.
A sealed stainless steel tilting mechanism will permit the
kettle to tilt forward a full 90
tilting mechanism will be self-locking for positive stop
action. Steam control valve will be mounted on control box.
Unit will include as standard a Steam Control Kit (CKT-1).
OPERATION WILL BE BY:
Direct steam at 15-35 PSI (1.0-2.5 kg/cm2).
m Over 35 PSI (2.5 kg/cm2), a pressure reducing valve
is required.
STEAM FLOW REQUIREMENTS:
34 lbs. (15.5 kg) steam per hour or 1 BHP per 20 gallons
(76 liters) of kettle capacity.
m FT- 20L ............................... ..............................
m FT- 30L ............................... ..............................
m FT- 40L ............................... .............................
m FT- 60L ............................... .............................
m FT- 80L ............................... .............................
m FT- 100L ............................. .............................
o
for complete emptying. The
BHP/Hour
1.0
1.5
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
The manufacturer reserves the right to modify materials and specifications without notice
(lbs) Steam/Hour
34.5
52.0
69.0
103.5
138.0
172.5
OPTIONAL AT EXTRA COST:
m One-piece lift-off stainless steel cover.
m One-piece counterbalanced hinged stainless steel
cover.
m Double pantry faucet with swing spout and mounting
bracket.
m Single pantry faucet with swing spout and mounting
bracket.
m Triple bracket assembly.
m 1 1/2" (38mm) draw-off valve with strainer.
m 2" (50mm) draw-off valve with strainer.
m 3" (76mm) draw-off valve with strainer.
m Steam trap and strainer.
m Steam trap assembly * includes:
* Steam control valve (steam inlet globe valve).
* Steam trap.
* Line strainer.
m Check valve.
m Graduated measuring stick.
m Wall models (consult factory).
m Type 316 stainless steel liner (for high acid content).
FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT
Tilting Tri-leg Kettle
Printed in U.S.A.
An Employee Owned Company
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FT-20L l FT-30L l FT-40L l FT-60L l FT-80L l FT-100L
*It is our policy to build equipment which is design certified by U.L., A.S.M.E., N.S.F. and C.S.A. However, a continuing program of product improvement makes it necessary
FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT
to submit new models to the agencies as they are developed and consequently not all models bear the appropriate agency labels at all times.
Printed in U.S.A.
An Employee Owned Company
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RECEIVING AND INSTALLATION
RECEIVING:
The kettle is shipped strapped and bolted to a skid and covered by a carton which is nailed to the skid. The
packing materials must be carefully removed prior to installation. Inspect each unit. If any damage has
been incurred during shipment, report same within two days to both the carrier and Market Forge Ind., Inc.
INSTALLATION:
1. Select a location to provided drange directly below the draw-off valve.
2. Mark hole location through flange adjustable feet.
3. On marked hole locations, drill holes and insert expansion shields to accommodate 5/16" size lag bolts,
4 bolts per foot. (see fig. 1 detail - leg flange diagram).
4. Level unit in proposed location by turning adjustable flange feet.
5. Bolt down unit and seal with Silastic or other equivalent
sealing compound.
NOTE: Sealant must be applied not only to bolt heads, but also
around flange feet making contact with the floor surface.
fig. 1
This aplication fulfills NSF Requirements.
6. Connect steam line to kettle. Ensure that line is clean and checked
for foreign matter and that a steam control valve strainer is fairly convenient to kettle.
7. Connect kettle condensate return line to drain.
WARNING:
If incoming steam pressure is greater than kettle maximum operating pressure, then a pressure reducing
valve MUST be installed in the steam line.
A steam line pressure gauge is also recommended to determine the actual amount of steam entering
the kettle.
NOTE: If large amounts of water accumulate in steam line, install one or more ball float traps in the line to
eliminate water.
(4) Equally Spaced 7/16"E
Holes on a 3"E B.C.
INSTALLATION CHECK OUT:
1. Fill kettle part way with water.
2. Turn steam supply valve on slowly.
3. Pull safety vavle lever. Observe that steam escapes freely.
Stay clear of exhaust from valve outlet when checking safety valve.
4. Observe that water comes to a boil in the kettle. Allow approximately 2 to 5 minutes per gallon of water.
5. Close steam supply valve.
WARNING:
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL THEORY OF OPERATION:
The Market Forge Series (F-20L, F-30L, F-40L, F-60L F-80L and F-100L) and (FT-20L, FT-30L, FT-40L,
FT-60L FT-80L and FT-100L) kettles are tri-leg mounted, stainless steel jacketed kettles. The inner liner is
jacketed by an outer shell which creates a space between the two walls and cooking is achieved by allowing
steam flow within this space.
The steam flowing in the space between the shells condenses on the cooler inner shell wall and releases
heat through the wall to the food in the kettle. The condensate drains to the kettle bottom and is released
through a steam trap without any loss or variation on steam pressure. The amount of steam allowed to flow
the jacket controls that kettle heat.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Ensure that steam supply to kettle is operating.
2. Ensure that draw-off valve is tightly closed.
3. Place perforated strainer in kettle if liquid is to be drained.
4. Fill kettle with product to desired level.
5. Turn steam control valve on (counterclockwise) to full open position.
6. When product has reached desired temperature, regulate heat as needed by turning valve clockwise.
7. When product is cooked, close steam control valve and remove product from kettle immediately to prevent
overcooking.
8. Clean kettle immediately. If unable to thoroughly clean kettle immediately, fil kettle wit warm water and mild
detergent. Allow kettle to soak until thorough cleaning can be completed.
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING:
As with cleaning fod soil from any clockware, an important part of kettle cleaning is to prevent foods from
drying on. For ths reason, cleaning should be completed immediately after food is removed from kettle. If
unable to thoroughly clean kettle immediately, fil kettle wit warm water and mild detergent. Allow kettle to
soak until thorough cleaning can be completed.
1. Wash kettle and cover with mild detergent and lukewarm water, using a nylon brush. If food is stuck to
surface use a little heat to loosen the food.
CAUTION:
NEVER scrape the inside of the kettle with metal tools, steel scouring pads or abrasive cleaners. Scratches
will result in damage and inappropriate appearance to the kettle and make it harder to clean and maintain ina
sanitary condition.
2. Drain kettle and remove disc in draw-off valve. Rinse and dry.
3. Disassemble and clean draw-off valve as follows:
a. Turn the handle counterclockwise.
c. Remove valve carefully.
e. Rinse and dry.
b. Loosen hex nut on end of handle by turning it
counterclockwise.
d. Wash draw-off area thoroughly using nylon brush.
f. Reassemble by reversing these steps.
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MAINTENANCE
INSPECTION CHECKS:
1. Check safety valve daily. With steam supply valve open, pull safety valve control lever. Observe that steam
escapes.
WARNING:
Do not stand infront of the valve outlet when checking safety valve.
2. Inspect operating valve occasionally to ensure that the packings and valve seats are in proper condition.
3. Check and clean line strainer in steam trap assembly as required.