Pitco Frialator CPE14 Operation Manual

There's Always Something Cooking!

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

For the

Electric Counter Top Pasta Cooker

Model CPE14

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Pitco Frialator, Inc., P.O. Box 501, Jct I-89 & I-93 Concord, NH 03302-0501 • 509 Route 3A, Bow, NH 03304

[phone] • [phone] • FAX [phone]

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L20-008 Rev 1

MTS # PF28-02 Pitco Frialator #L20-088-01 Revision 1 Rev. Date 12/17/93

NOTICES

There are three different types of notices that you should be familiar with; a NOTICE, CAUTION,
and WARNING. A NOTICE is a special note used to call attention to a particularly important point.
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 cooker before operating it and heed the
notices throughout this manual. The WARNINGS are listed below and on the following pages for
your review prior to operating the cooker.

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.

THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY

WARNING

The cooker must be electrically grounded in accordance with local
codes. If local codes do not apply, follow the requirements of
National Code ANSI/NFPA 70-1990.

WARNING

Be sure the heating elements are COMPLETELY covered with water before
turning the cooker on.

WARNING

The cooker must be disconnected from the facility power supply before
servicing or cleaning the cooker.

WARNING

DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE PRESENT

NEVER remove fuses from the cooker until the cooker is disconnected
from the facility power supply.

WARNING

Overflow drain stop. DO NOT leave unattended during filling.

SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY

Table of Contents

Section Title Page

Safety Notice

Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................ i

List of Tables .................................................................................................................................. ii

Chapter 1: General Information and Installation ................................................................. 1-1

1.1 INSPECTING YOUR NEW COOKER ............................................................................ 1-1

1.1.1 Check Your Order ........................................................................................................ 1-2

1.2 INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................. 1-2

1.2.1 Installation Clearances .................................................................................................. 1-2

1.2.2 Plumbing Connections.................................................................................................. 1-3

1.2.2.1 Water Inlet Connections ......................................................................................... 1-3

1.2.2.2 Drainage Connections............................................................................................. 1-3

1.2.3 Electrical Connection ................................................................................................... 1-3

1.2.4 Ventilation and Fire Safety Systems ............................................................................ 1-4

1.2.5 Inspection ..................................................................................................................... 1-4

1.3 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................................... 1-4

1.3.1 Visual Checks ............................................................................................................... 1-4

1.3.2 Filling the Pasta Cooker ............................................................................................... 1-5

1.3.3 Initial Cleaning ............................................................................................................. 1-6

1.4 HIGH TEMPERATURE LIMIT SWITCH ....................................................................... 1-7

1.5 CIRCUIT BREAKER RESET........................................................................................... 1-7

Chapter 2: Operating Instructions ......................................................................................... 2-1

2.1 FILLING THE COOKER .................................................................................................. 2-1

2.2 COOKER START-UP ....................................................................................................... 2-1

2.3 COOKING ......................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.4 COOKER SHUTDOWN ................................................................................................... 2-2

2.5 ELECTRIC POWER FAILURE ....................................................................................... 2-2

2.6 DAILY CLEANING.......................................................................................................... 2-2

2.7 TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................... 2-5

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List of Tables

Table Title Page

1-1 Pasta Perfect Cooker Specifications .................................................................................. 1-1

1-2 Ventilation and Fire Safety References ............................................................................. 1-5

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Chapter 1: General Information and Installation

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pitco Frialator electric counter top pasta cooker. This
cooker will provide many years of reliable service if the operation and maintenance procedures
presented in this manual are followed. The Pitco Frialator counter top pasta cooker is a state of the
art pasta cooking appliance. The cooking tank holds approximately 7 gallons (26.5 liters) of water.

The counter top pasta cooker is very easy to use allowing the operator to cook and not worry about
the cooker. However, it is important that the operator refer to this manual for installation, operation,
and maintenance of the cooker, and that the operator be familiar with the safety notices located
throughout this manual.

Table 1-1. Pasta Perfect Cooker Specifications

Specification Description Specification

Hourly Electric Input 6.0 KW

Hourly Production Rate Reconstitutes 540 10-oz Servings

Tank Capacity 7 Gallons minimum

Cooking Area 14" x 15-1/2"

Drain Valve Size 1-1/4" NPT

Voltages 208 VAC, single phase, 29 Amps

240 VAC, single phase, 25 Amps
380 VAC, single phase, 16 Amps

1.1 INSPECTING YOUR NEW COOKER

Your new cooker has been carefully packed. Every effort has been made to ensure that the counter
top pasta cooker is delivered in perfect condition. Inspect the cooker for damage as it is unpacked.
If something is damaged, contact the shipper immediately. The shipper is only responsible for
damage or loss up to 15 days after delivery. Check the packing list enclosed with the cooker to ensure
that all parts to the cooker have been received. If parts are missing, contact the dealer from whom
the cooker was purchased.

The serial number is located on the identification plate inside the door.

It is also very important to keep this manual for information should help be needed. The cooker has
been assembled at the factory and is ready to be installed.

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1.1.1 Check Your Order

The crate containing the cooker will contain the following:

Item Qty

Stainless Steel Basket Hanger 1

Stainless Steel Bulk Cook Basket 1 (Optional)

Stainless Steel Portion Cup Rack 1 (Optional)

Individual Portion Cups 9 (Optional)

Clean Out Rod 1

Stainless Steel Element Rack 1

1.2 INSTALLATION

Although the cooker is easy to install and set up, it is STRONGLY recommended that this installation
be done by qualified professionals. The professionals that install the new cooker will know the local
building codes and ensure that the installation is safe.

WARNING

The Cooker should be secured to the counter top to prevent accidental moving of
the cooker and the splashing of boiling hot liquid on personnel.

NOTICE

Proper connection to electric, water, and drainage services is essential for safe,
efficient, and trouble free operation of the counter top pasta cooker.

1.2.1 Installation Clearances

The cooker needs clearance around it for proper operation. The clearances shown are for cooker
installation in both combustible and noncombustible enclosures.

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