Pitco Frialator PPE14-L Operation Manual

NOTICES

FOR YOUR SAFETY

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alter

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.

DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

ation, service, or maintenance of your cooker can cause property damage, injury, or death. Read the installation, operating, and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing, operating, or servicing this equipment.

THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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SAFETY

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.

This cooker is equipped with a three prong safety plug. This safety plug protects operators from electrical shock in the event of an equipment malfunction. DO NOT remove the grounding (third) prong from this plug.

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

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

DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE PRESENT

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

Table of Contents

Table of Contents...........................................................................................................………………...

List of Tables.…………………………………………………………………………………………...

Chapter 1: General Information and Installation

1.1 INSPECTING YOUR NEW COOKER …………………………………………………….

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1.2.2 Basket Lift Access……………………………………………………………………….

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1.3 INSTALLATION……………………………………………………………………………

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1.3.1 Installation Clearances…………………………………………………………………..

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1.3.2.2 Drainage Connections..…………………………………………………………........

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1.3.3 Electrical Connection ... ………………………………………………………………...

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1.3.4.1 Fire Fighting System ......…………………………………………………………….

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1.3.4.2 Ventilation …..………………………………………………………………………

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1.4 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS ............................................………………………………........

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1.4.3 Initial Cleaning…………………………………………………………………………..

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1.5 HIGH LIMIT SWITCH......................……………………………………………………….

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2.5 ELECTRIC POWER FAILURE …………………………………………………………………...

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Section Title Page

Safety Notice

List of Figures...............……………………………………………………………………………….... iii

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1.2 ASSEMBLY AND LEVELING....................……………………………………………….. 1-2

1.2.1 Leg Installation and Adjustment………………………………………………………… 1-2

1.3.2 Plumbing Connections..... …………………………………………………………….... 1-3

1.3.2.1 Water Inlet Connections ......……………………………………………………....... 1-3

1.3.4 Ventilation and Fire Safety Systems …………………………………………………… 1-5

1.3.5 Inspection………………………………………………………………………………. 1-6

1.4.1 Visual Checks……………...…………………………………………………………..... 1-7

1.4.2 Filling the Pasta Cooker ..............................................………………………………….. 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

2.6 DAILYCLEANING...................…………………………………………………………………… 2-2

2.7 WEEKLY CLEANING..................………………………………………………………………… 2-3

Chapter 3: Maintenance, Adjustments, and Service...................................…………........................ 3-1

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Section Title Page

31 THERMOSTAT CALIBRATION 3-1 32 CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES 3-1 33 MAINTENANCE 3-2 331 Basket Lift Lubrication 3-2 34 OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 3-3

List of Tables

Table Title Page

1-1 Electrical Requirements For Pasta Perfect Cooker Models 1-5 1-2 Ventilation and Fire Safety References 1-6

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Chapter 1: General Information and Installation

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pitco Frialator 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 Pasta cooker is a state of the art pasta cooking appliance. The cooking tank holds approximately 7 gallons (26.5 liters) of water, which can be refilled through the manually operated fill system option. The cooker has two heating modes: BOIL and SIMMER. Each heating mode is selected by a switch located on the front panel. In the SIMMER mode, the temperature of the water is monitored and maintained at approximately 205°F by an internal thermostat. The 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.

The Pasta Perfect cooker consists of a cooking/warming section and a rinsing/holding section. The cooking/warming section consists of a stainless steel well, an automatic basket lift, an electronic time control, a switch to select either the cook mode or the warm mode, and a drain and overflow. The rinsing/holding section consists of a stainless steel well, a swing-away hot and cold water faucet, and a drain and overflow.

1.1 INSPECTING YOUR NEW COOKER

Every effort has been made to ensure that the Pasta cooker is delivered in perfect condition. Inspect the cooker for damage as it is unpacked. If something is damaged, DO NOT sign the bill of lading. 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. As the cooker and its accessories are unpacked, be careful to keep the weight of the cooker evenly distributed. Enclosed in the shipping crate is a brush to be used in cleaning the cooker.

CAUTION

To prevent equipment damage, don't tilt the cooker onto any two of it's legs or casters and do not pull the

cooker by the flue vent.

Locate the Pitco Frialator warranty sheet and put it in a safe place for future reference. DO NOT return the card to Pitco Frialator. 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. If the legs or casters were not installed or if they were purchased separately, refer to section 1.2 for leg and caster assembly procedures.

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