Pitco SSPE14 Service Manual

Water Regulator Adjustment

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performing this procedure.

performing this procedure.

Models SSPG14 & SSPE14

Pasta Water Regulator Adjustment

Technical Service Installation & Set Up Instructions

Please read complete instructions prior to starting.

RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING

This installation should be performed by a qualified service agency in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and all applicable codes
and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. If the information in

these instructions is not followed exactly, property damage, personal

injury or loss of life may result. The qualified service agency is responsible

for the proper installation of this assembly. This installation is not proper

and complete until the operation of the appliance is checked as specified

in the manufacturer's instructions.

WARNING

The power supply to the appliance MUST be disconnected before

WARNING

Ensure that the gas supply to this appliance is turned off before

performing this procedure.

WARNING

Use only parts supplied with the appliance. Use of any parts other than

those supplied will void the warranty and could cause unsafe conditions or

improper operation of your appliance.

WARNING

Drain the tank and ensure that appliance has cooled to room temperature
before performing this installation. DO NOT work on a hot appliance or an

appliance containing hot cooking medium; serious personal injury may

occur.

WARNING

Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of this

appliance without depending on the gas line connection. If any restraining

devices are disconnected during this procedure, ensure that they are

reconnected before putting the appliance into service. Failure to do so

could result in a dangerous and unsafe condition.

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NOTE: If you have any questions about this procedure please call Pitco

at [phone] and ask for the Technical Service department.

Follow these steps to adjust the

water regulation system to the

models shown. This procedure

should be performed by an

Authorized Service Agency.

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IMPORTANT!

Some parts or accessories

may need to be removed to

perform this procedure. When

completed, all parts and

accessories must be

reinstalled onto the appliance.

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Wrenches

Tools Recomended for this Adjustment

Tool Legend

1)- 7/16", 13/16", 3/4" & 7/8" Assorted

2)- Flatblade Screwdriver

3)- 1/2 Gal. Pitcher, Or Larger

4)- Stopwatch

Parts List

A)- 1/2" or 3/8" NPT

water connection

B)- Needle Valve

C)- 0-60 PSI Regulator

D)- 0-15 PSI Pressure

Gauge

Regulator Assembly pictured above is located inside of the cabinet. The

water connection, (A), is located at the rear of the cabinet. Models with 2

or more units may have a manifold assembly installed.

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IMPORTANT- When installing multiple Units, Use the assembly

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packed with the appliance to keep mating parts together.

Make the Hot water

connection for the cooker

and then follow the steps

to adjust the water flow at

the mixing valve. The flow

will be full on for the fill

knob, and 1/2 Gal. per

minute on the cook reheat

knob.

The components, Needle Valve (B), Regulator (C), and

Pressure Gauge (D), are located just inside the rear bottom
brace of the unit. Sufficient water line will be needed to access
the components and check the water flow as the unit will need
to be pulled away out from the normal operating position. The
needle valve, (B), should have been preset at the factory but if

adjustment is required follow the additional steps in these

instructions, or contact the factory.

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Open the pressure gauge vent, (D1), and

Prior to turning on the water supply, ensure that both control knobs on

the mixing valve are in the closed position, and the regulator is set to

No Flow. To close the mixing valve, turn both knobs CW until they stop.

To set the regulator to No flow, loosen the locknut, (C2), and do not

retighten at this time. Turn the adjustment screw, (C1), CCW to release

pressure on the regulator spring, Do not allow the screw to come

completely out of the regulator.

The flow of the Cook/Reheat

water line needs to be set to 1/2

Gal./Min. at this time. Ensure

the tank drain is closed, then

fully open the Cook/Reheat

knob by turning it CCW until it
stops. Water should be flowing
into the tank, and the pressure

reading on the gauge should

drop to about 6 PSI.

turn on the water supply to the appliance

to set the water pressure to 10 PSI. To

set the water pressure, turn the

adjustment screw,(C1), on the regulator

CW until the indicator on the gauge is
pointing to 10. Check for any water leaks
and repair as needed prior to continuing.

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With the water flowing, adjust the regulator screw, (C1), until the pressure

is 6 PSI on the pressure gauge. Then use the graduated pitcher to

measure 1/2 gal. of water into the tank. The allowable time to measure the

1/2 gal. of water is 50-70 secs. If the required flow is not achieved in this

time frame adjust the regulator +/- 1 PSI as needed and recheck until the

flow is correct. Once the flow is correct, retighten the locknut, (C2), on the

regulator.

Additional Step if required

NOTE: If the needle valve

requires adjustment it is

important to maintain the

regulator pressure setting of 6

PSI +/- 1 PSI while water is

flowing.

If you cannot get the required flow with adjusting the regulator +/- 1 PSI,

you can adjust the factory preset needle valve, (B). Adjust the needle valve

by loosening the locknut, (B2), and turning the valve knob, (B1), CW to

decrease flow, or CCW to increase flow. Adjust the needle valve no more

than a 1/4 turn at a time. Measure the flow after each adjustment. Tighten

locknut after adjustment is completed.

Note: When the desired water flow is achieved, reinstall any parts that

were removed during the procedure and finish installing the appliance in

accordance with the operations and service manuals.

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