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Installation Operation Maintenance
ESG-15 – MEDIUM DUTY 15" GRIDDLE
ESG-24 – MEDIUM DUTY 24" GRIDDLE
ESG-36 – MEDIUM DUTY 36" GRIDDLE
ESG-48 – MEDIUM DUTY 48" GRIDDLE
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
SATURN EQUIPMENT
OWNER ’S MANUAL
Gas Griddle – Medium Duty
Gas equipment manufactured for Saturn Equipment are for use with the type of gas specified on the rating plate
and for installation will be in accordance with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition)
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Instructions to be followed in the event the user smells gas fumes must be posted in a prominent location in the
installed kitchen area. The information shall be obtained from a local gas supplier.
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service and maintenance can cause property damage,
injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or
servicing this equipment.
SATURN EQUIPMENT
www.saturnequipment.com
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Saturn Equipment Limited Warranty
SaturnTM Equipment Limited Warranty
continental United States and dur-
the owner-user and is not part of
stainless steel fry vessels.
This warranty is in lieu of any other agreement, expressed
or implied, and constitutes the only warranty of Saturn
with respect to the product(s).
Saturn shall not be liable whether in contract or in tort or
under any other legal theory, for loss of revenue or profit,
or any substitute use or performance, or for incidental, indirect, special or consequential damages, or for any other
loss or cost of similar type.
Proper installation, initial check out, air shutter adjustments, or normal maintenance such as lubrication, adjustment or calibration of controls is the responsibility of
the dealer, owner-user or installing contractor and is not
covered by this warranty.
The Company reserves the right, without prior notice, to
make changes and revisions in the product specifications,
design, and material.
Possession of this price list does not constitute an agreement or offer to sell product to the possessor.
Prices are subject to change without notice. Prices do not
include sales tax. All prices are in U.S. dollars.
Returned goods are subject to a 20% restocking charge
and the cost of reconditioning the equipment for resale.
Prior to returning the goods, a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number must be granted by Saturn. All
returned goods must be shipped freight prepaid. Shipments received without a RGA number will be refused.
Custom units built to the buyer’s specifications may not
be returned or cancelled.
Saturn is not responsible for printing errors in pricing or
specification.
SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE and ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
Resetting of safety thermostats, circuit breakers,
load protectors, and/or fuse replacements are not
All problems due to operation at voltages or
other than specified on equipment nameplates
on to correct voltage and/or phase must be
All problems due to electrical connections not
Replacement of items subject to normal wear,
include such items as knobs, light bulbs; and, normal
Damage to electrical cords and/or plug due to
to excessive heat are not covered by this
Full use, care, and maintenance instructions
with each machine. Noted maintenance and
servicing and
cleaning schedules, are customer responsibility. Those
miscellaneous adjustments noted are customer
responsibility. Proper attention to preventative
maintenance and scheduled maintenance procedures
will prolong the life of the appliance Travel mileage is
limited to sixty (60) miles from an Authorized Service
Agency or one of its sub-service agencies.
7. All labor shall be performed during regular working
hours. Overtime premium will be charged to the buyer.
8. All replacement parts are warranted for
ninety (90) days from date of purchase on non warranty
equipment. This parts warranty is limited only
to replacement of the defective part(s).
9. Installation, labor, and job check-outs are not
considered warranty and are thus not covered by this
warranty.
10. Charges incurred by delays, waiting time or operating
restrictions that hinder the service technician’s ability to
perform service are not covered by warranty. This
includes institutional and correctional facilities.
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SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE
VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain that any
and that the note of loss or damage is
FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY:
3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: if damage is
unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked, notify the
transportation company or carrier immediately, and file
“CONCEALED DAMAGE” claim with them. This
should be done within fifteen (15) days from the date
the delivery was made to you. Be sure to retain the
container for inspection.
Manufacturer cannot assume liability for damage or loss
incurred in transit. We will, however, at your request, supply
you with the necessary documents to support your claim.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY Page 1
SPECIFICATIONS Page 2
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS Page 3
PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION Page 4
AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION Page 4
INSTALLATION Pages 5, 6, 7, 8
OPERATION Pages 9, 10
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Page 11, 12
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS Page 13
PARTS & SERVICE Page 14
CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA Page 14
INTRODUCTION
Thank You for purchasing this appliance.
Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance will ensure that it
gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.
This manual contains the information needed to properly install this appliance, and to use and care for the
appliance in a manner which will ensure its optimum performance.
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL STYLE GAS TYPE
MANIFOLD
PRESSURE
Total B.T.U.
per Hour
ESG-15 15" GRIDDLE Natural Gas 5.0" W.C. 28,000
ESG-24 18" GRIDDLE Natural Gas 5.0" W.C. 56,000
ESG-36 36" GRIDDLE Natural Gas 5.0" W.C. 84,000
ESG-48 48" GRIDDLE Natural Gas 5.0" W.C. 112,000
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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS
(TYPICAL)
Fig. 1 Medium Duty Gas Griddle - Features & Operating Controls
FEATURES AND OPERATING CONTROLS
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
FIRE HAZARD
All servicing of the gas
supply and combustion
components of this appliance
must be performed by a
technician trained and
in the maintenance of gas
appliances.
Improper servicing of gas
equipment can result in fire.
and explosion.
Exposed surfaces can be hot
to the touch and may cause
burns.
This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments
only.
This appliance is intended to prepare food for human consumption. No
other use is recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its agents.
This appliance must be installed by a technician qualified and certified
or licensed to install gas-fired equipment. A licensed technician must
perform the initial start-up and adjustment of the appliance.
Operators of this appliance must be familiar with the appliance use,
limitations and associated restrictions. Operating instructions must be
read and understood by all persons using or installing this appliance.
Cleanliness of this appliance is essential to good sanitation. Read and
follow all included cleaning instructions and schedules to ensure the
safety of the food product.
DO NOT submerge appliance or burners in water. This appliance is
not jet stream approved. DO NOT direct water jet or steam jet at this
appliance, or at any control. DO NOT splash or pour water on, in or
over any controls. DO NOT wash counter around this appliance with
water jet. Burners which have become wet must be thoroughly dried
before use.
Griddle surface will be very hot when in use. Contact will cause severe
injury.
This appliance must be operated with the supplied 4” legs properly
installed.
Do not operate this appliance if the smell of gas is present. Turn off
all gas supply valves and move to a remote location to call your
manufacturer for service.
The technical content of this manual, including any parts breakdown
illustrations and/or adjustment procedures, is intended for use by
qualified technical personnel only.
Any procedure which requires the use of tools must be performed by a
qualified technician.
This manual is considered to be a permanent part of the appliance.
This manual and all supplied instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts
breakdown illustrations, notices and labels must remain with the
appliance if it is sold or moved to another location.
AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION
This appliance conforms to NSF Standard 4 for sanitation only if
installed in accordance with the supplied Installation Instructions and
maintained according to the instructions in this manual.
This appliance meets ANSI Z.83.11 specifications for gas-fired food
service equipment.
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