Pitco RTE14S Installation Manual
Installation, Operation, and
Maintenance Manual
For the
Taco Bell "Rethermalizer"
Model Numbers
RTE14S & RTE14S-2
NOTICES
There are three different types of notices that you should be familiar with, a NOTICE,
a CAUTION and a WARNING. A NOTICE is a special note used to call your
attention to a particular important point. A CAUTION is used to point out a procedure
or operation which may cause equipment damage. The WARNING notice is the
most important of the three because it warns of an operation that may cause personal
injury. Please familiarize yourself with your new Rethermalizer before operating it
and heed the notices throughout this manual. All of these NOTICES are listed in the
appropriate places.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT store or gasoline or other flammable vapors or
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read
the installation, operating and maintenance thoroughly before
installing or servicing this equipment.
THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
L20-115 Rev 1 Revision Date: 29 July 1996
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Table of Contents
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Warnings and Notices i
Table of Contents 1
General Information & Installation 3
Checking Your Rethermalizer 3
Check Your Order 3
Leg Installation and Adjustment 3
Installation 4
Installation Clearances 4
Plumbing Connections 4
Electrical Connection 4
Ventilation and Fire Safety Systems 5
Visual Checks and Equipment Locations 5
Initial Cleaning 5
Electronic Temperature Control 5
Operating Instructions 6
Filling the Rethermalizer 6
Manual Operation of The Water Fill System 6
Start-Up and Use 6
Shutdown 6
Maintenance and Adjustments 7
Daily Cleaning 7
Weekly Cleaning 7
Temperature Control Programming 7
Service and Troubleshooting 8
Troubleshooting 8
Component Diagnosis 8
Temperature Control 8
Water Level Control 9
Water Fill Solenoid 9
Safety Relay (K1)
Temperature Probe 9
Parts 10
Part Numbers 12
Electrical Schematic Inside Rear Cover
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General Information and Installation
The Pitco Frialator Rethermalizer is a revolutionary new reheating unit. By using Pitco Frialator's Quick Heating
Electric Elements, the Rethermalizer is up to temperature and ready to cook within 30 to 45 minutes. The cook tank
holds approximately 15 gallons of water whose level is maintained automatically by the unit. The water temperature
is monitored and controlled by its own Electronic Temperature Control mounted in the front panel. Each Temperature
Control it is preset at the factory to maintain the water temperature at 195°F. It is fully programmable for cases
of increased altitude where the cook temperature must be decreased. Quick recovery time and even temperatures are
assured by using three separate heating elements. The Rethermalizer is very easy to use, allowing you to
Rethermalize and not worry about the unit. However, it is important that you familiarize yourself with the operation
and safety notices of this manual. This manual contains the Installation, Operation, Maintenance and Service
procedures for the Taco Bell Electric Rethermalizer. Do not discard this manual, store it in a safe place for future
reference.
CHECKING YOUR NEW RETHERMALIZER
Every effort has been made to ensure that your Rethermal izer will be delivered to you in perfect condition. As you
unpack the Rethermalizer, inspect the unit for damage. If something is damaged, DO NOT sign the bill of lading, and
save the packing materials. Contact the Freight Company immediately, because they are only responsible for 15 days
after delivery. Check the packing list enclosed with your Rethermalizer to ensure that you have received everything
on the list. If you are missing any parts, contact the dealer from whom the unit was purchased. As you unpack the
Rethermalizer be careful to keep its weight evenly distributed.
Locate your Pitco Frialator warranty and make note of the Date Received and Serial Number, located on the Data
plate mounted on the inside of the door. Put your warranty in a safe place for future reference. DO NOT return the
warranty sheet to Pitco Frialator. With the exception of the Legs, the Rethermalizer has been fully assembled for you
at the factory and is ready to be installed.
Check Your Order
CAUTION
To prevent equipment damage, do not
tilt the unit onto any one of its legs.
In the shipping cr ate with me Rethermalizer you will also find:
(1) Cleaning Brush (1) Tube Screen (1) Meat Rack
Leg Installation and Adjustment
Installing the legs on the Rethermalizer is done with two 7/16" wrenches. The legs must be installed before connecting
the unit to the electrical supply. The legs provide the necessary height to meet sanitation requirements. Attach the
legs by performing me following procedure.
a. Lay the Rethermalizer on its back being careful not to damage me cabinet Protect the outside of the unit
with cardboard or a drop cloth when laying it down.
b. Attach each leg with the supplied nuts and bolts. Each leg requires four 1/4-20 x 5/8" bolts.
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c. Mount the bolts from the inside of the unit with the nut on the outside.
Note
d. When all four legs are mounted, stand the unit up being careful not to put too much
weight on any one leg.
e. Move the Rethermalizer to the desired location and continue with the installation.
INSTALLATION.
It is STRONGLY recommended that you have ALL of the installation done by qualified professionals. The professionals that install your new Rethermalizer will know the local building codes and ensure that your instal lation is
safe. This manual provides the installer with valuable information on the installation of your Rethermalizer.
DO NOT allow the installer to keep this manual.
Installation Clearances
The Rethermalizer needs adequate clearances to allow for servicing, fire and sanitation regulations. It requires 6"
clearance underneath to allow for cleaning, this is achieved by using 6" legs, which are supplied with the cooker.
Plumbing Connections
The plumbing installation should be done by a licensed plumber and must comply with local and national codes. The
water inlet line on the Rethermalizer is located on the back of the unit and consists of a 1/2" NPT male threaded
fitting. This line feeds water to the auto fill valve through the manual shut-off valve also located on the back of the
unit The drain outlet is located underneath the unit and can be inserted into a drainage system. The drain line and the
overflow line are connected together, this connection is made after the drain valve to provide an unobstructed
overflow path.
CAUTION
If the water supply is in excess of 50 PSI it must have a pressure regulator installed to limit the Rethermalizers
Input Water Pressure to 50 PSI max. Your Rethermalizer is supplied with an And - Siphon valve located at the
inlet to the tank. Should your water supply lose pressure, this device will preclude siphoning of the tank
contents into the water supply system.
Electrical Connection
The electrical service used by the Rethermalizer must comply with local codes. If there are no local codes that apply,
refer to the National Electrical Code (NEC) to install the service, In Canada refer to CSA Standard C22.1. Wiring
diagrams are provided inside the front panel of the Rethermalizer.
This machine has been designed to be used with several different input voltages. The connection options are shown
in the back of the Installation and Operation manual.
If it is to be installed on a voltage different to that stated on the data plate (located on the inside of the door) the
Input wires to the Transformer must be changed. Consult Note 4. on the wiring schematic located in the back of
the Installation and Operation manual for this information.
4. For 240 VAC units, connect Red wire to Pin 1 on Tl.
For 220 VAC units, connect Red wire to Pin 1 on Tl.
For 208 VAC units, connect Red wire to Pin 2 on Tl.
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