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southbend
A MIDDLEBY COMPANY
OWNER'S MANUAL
ELECTRIC TILTING SKILLET
INSTALLATION
USER'S GUIDE
MODELS: BETS-24, BETS-30, BETS-40
These instructions should be read thoroughly before attempting installation. Set up, installation and
Performance Check should be performed by a qualified service technician. The Manufacturer,
Southbend (1100 Old Honeycutt Rd., Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina 27526), informs you that
unless the installation instructions for the above described Southbend product are followed and
performed by a qualified service technician, (a person experienced in and knowledgeable
concerning the installation of commercial gas and/or electrical cooking equipment) then the terms
and conditions of the Manufacturer's Limited Warranty will be rendered void and no warranty of any
kind shall apply.
If the equipment has been changed, altered, modified or repaired by other than a qualified service
technician during or after the 12-month limited warranty period, then the manufacturer shall not be
liable for any incidental or consequential damages to any person or to any property which may
result from the use of the equipment thereafter. Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion thereto may not apply
to you.
In the event you have any question concerning the installation, use. care. or service of the product,
write Customer Service Department, Southbend Corporation, 1100 Old Honeycutt Rd., FuquayVarina, North Carolina 27526.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
ETS
-24
ETS
-30
ETS
-40
MANUAL
ELECTRIC TILTING SKILLETS
MODELS
southbend
A MIDDLEBY COMPANY
1100 Old Honeycutt Road
Fuquay-Varina. NC 27526
(919) 552-9161
FAX (919) 552-9798
(800) 348-2558
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
It is recommended that this manual be read thoroughly and that all instructions be followed carefully. This
manual should be retained for future reference.
DO MOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS UNIT IN THE EVENT OF A POWER FAILURE
ADEQUATE CLEARANCES MUST BE MAINTAINED FOR SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION
I N D E X
DESCRIPTION PAGE
INDEX 1
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE CONNECTIONS 2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 4
COOKING SCHEDULE 5
CLEANING INSTRUCTION 10
TROUBLESHOOTING 11
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INSTALLATION AND SERVICE CONNECTIONS
MODEL PH
ETS-24 3 18 50.0 18 45.2 18 43.3 18 27.3 18 25.0 18 21.6
ETS-30 3 18 50.0 18 45.2 18 43.3 18 27.3 18 25.0 18 21.6
ETS-40 3 27 75.0 27.0 67.9 27 65.0 27 41.0 27 37.6 27 32.5
Model Capacity
ETS-24 24 U.S. gal. 91 liter inches mm
ETS-30 30 U.S. gal. 14 liter inches mm
ETS-40 40 U.S. gal. 152 liter inches mm
208V 230V 240V 380V 415V 480V
KW AMP KW AMP KW AMP KW AMP KW AMP KW AMP
A B C D E F G H K L M
50-1/2
1280
50-1/2
7280
66-1/2
7686
35 889
35 889
35 889
33-1/2
902
33-1/2
902
49 -1/2
7254
38
965
38
965
38
965
33-1/2
857
33-1/4
857
49-1/4
1251
43-1/2
7705
43-1/2
7705
59-1/2
7577
7 784
9 235
9 235
2-1/2
70
2-3/4
70
2-3/4
70
22
559
22 559
22 559
4-1/2
774
4-1/2
774
4-1/2
774
29-1/2
743
29-1/4
743
29-1/4
743
As continued product improvement is a policy of Crown, specifications are subject to change without notice.
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INSTALLATION AND SERVICE CONNECTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Set skillet in place, level appliance using spirit level. Mark hole locations on floor through anchoring holes provided in
flanged adjustable feet.
Remove appliance and drill holes in locations marked on floor and insert proper anchoring devices.
Re-level the appliance, leveling the unit left to right and front to back.
Bolt and anchor appliance securely to the floor. Seal bolts and flanged feet with Silastic or equivalent compound.
SERVICE CONNECTIONS
All internal wiring for the skillet is complete.
Make service connections as indicated on page 2.
This must be a waterproof connections from incoming lines.
Ground skillet to terminal provided in control housing. A wiring diagram is provided and is located inside the control cover
panel.
If faucet is provided connect water supply and check for proper operation.
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The tilting skillet is one of the most versatile piece of equipment to be found in any restaurant or institutional kitchen. It
enables the cook to stew, simmer, pan fry, braise, grill or sauté and all with a very uniform heat pattern. The figures given
below are suggested quantities and temperature settings and estimated numbers of orders per load and per hour. When
two temperatures are given, first is to start the product, second to finish the product.
The following temperatures should be used:
Simmering Maximum of 200 F Thermostat Setting 1-4
Sautéing 225 - 275 F Thermostat Setting 5-6
Searing 300 - 350 F Thermostat Setting 7-8
Frying 325 - 375 F Thermostat Setting 8-9
Grilling 350 - 425 F Thermostat Setting 9-10
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OPERATION
Ensure the power supply is connected to unit and that circuit breakers are on.
Tilt skillet to ascertain that it moves easily. Turn handle as far as it will go and return to upright position.
Turn power switch "ON". Set thermostat dial to high (#10). Preheat skillet and allow it to cycle thus equalizing heat across
entire pan surface. Cooking should be done at various temperature settings on the dial as determined by the user.
Cooking will occur faster with the cover down.
At the end of cooking turn thermostat to "OFF" turn power switch "OFF" remove product.
NOTE: The skillet is equipped with a safety switch that is activated when the pan is tilted. In the tilted position, power
supply to the heating elements is interrupted. The unit can only be operated in the down position.
WARNING: NEVER TILT PAN WITH COVER DOWN
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ITEM
BREAKFAST FOODS
Bacon 3 Slices 350° 12 2 10 3 15
Eggs
Boiled Hard 1 Egg 225° 5 50 50 75 75
Boiled Soft 1 Egg 225° 8 50 50 75 75
Fried 1 Egg 400° 4 30 30 45 45
Poached 1 Egg 225° 5 36 36 60 60
Scrambled 1 1/2 Eggs 300° 200° 1 18 gal 720 28 gal 1100
French Toast 3 Slices 450° 7 35 slices 12 50 slices 17
Regular Oatmeal 1/2 Cup 250° 2 20 500 40 1000
PORTION
SIZE
THERMOSTAT
SETTING
BATCHES
PER
HOUR
ETS 24
PER LOAD
QTY YIELD
ETS 40
PER LOAD
QTY YIELD
Pancakes 2 each 400° 10 30 each 15 50 each 25
FISH
Clams 1 pt. 400° 10 10 qts. 20 15 qts. 30
Fish Cakes 2-3 oz. 400° 5 70-3 oz. 35 110-3 oz. 55
Haddock Fillet 4 oz . 400° 4 60-4 oz. 60 90-4 oz. 90
Halibut Steak 5 02 . 450° 3 60-4 oz. 60 90-4 oz. 90
Lobster 1 - 1# 350° 4 20-1# 20 30-1# 30
Swordfish 5 oz . 450° 3 50-5 oz. 50 75-5 oz. 75
SAUCES
Brown Gravy 1 oz . 350°- 200° 2 18 gals. 2300 35 gals. 4500
Cream Sauce 2 oz. 250° - 175° 1 18 gals. 1150 35 gals. 2250
Clam Soup 6 oz . 200° 1 18 gals. 375 35 gals. 725
French Onion Soup 6 oz. 225° 1 18 gals. 350 35 gals. 700
Meat Sauce 4 oz . 350° - 200° 1 18 gals 575 35 gals 1100
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COOKING SCHEDULE
ITEM
PORTION
SIZE
THERMOSTAT
SETTING
BATCHES
PER HOUR
ETS 24
PER LOAD
QTY YIELD
ETS 40
PER LOAD
QTY YIELD
MEAT - POULTRY
Bacon 3 slices 350° 12 2# 10 3# 15
Beef
Amer. Chop Suey 6 oz . 400° - 225° 2 18 gals 350 35 gals 700
Beef Stew 8 oz . 300° -- 18 gals 280 35 gals 560
Corned Beef Hash 5 oz . 400° 5 16# 50 25# 75
Cheeseburger 3 oz . 300° 12 7# 35 10# 50
Hamburger 3 oz . 300° 15 7# 35 10# 50
Meatballs 1 oz . 400° - 225° 3 12-1/2# 65 18# 180
Pot Roast 2 oz . 350° - 200°
120# 500 180# 750
Salisbury Steak 5 oz . 400° 3 16# 50 24# 75
Sirloin Steak 6 oz . 400° 5 15# 40 22-1/2# 60
Swiss Steak 4 oz . 300° - 200° 1 25# 100 40# 160
Chicken
Pan Fried 2-1/4's 350° 3 50 pieces 25 80 pieces 40
Whole 2 oz. 350° - 200°
16-5# 200 24-5# 265
Frankforts
Grilled 2 oz. 300° 8 22# 176 33# 264
Boiled 2 oz. 250° 12 16# 128 25# 200
Ham Steak 3 oz . 400° 8 10# 50 15# --
Pork Chops 5 oz . 350° 4 15# 50 25# 75
Sausage Links 3 links 350° 7 30# 120 45# 180
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Turkey
Off Carcass 2 oz . 400° - 200° -- 3-26-30# 200 4-26-30# 275
On Carcass 2 02. 400° - 200° -- 4-16-20# 175 6-16-20# 265
Miscellaneous
Grilled Chicken 1 Sandwich 400° 8 35 Sand. 35 50 sand. 50
Macaroni & Cheese 8 oz. 200° 2 18 gals. 300 35 gals. 525
Rice 4 oz. 350° - 225° 1 20# raw 320 40# 650
Spaghetti 4 oz. 350° - 225° 2 8# raw 200 12# 300
Vegetables
Canned 3 oz. 400° 6 30# 125 45# 200
Fresh
Beans, Wax, Green 3 oz. 400° 3 25# 125 50# 250
Beets 3 oz. 400° 1 30# 125 60# 300
Broccoli 3 oz. 400° 3 25# 125 40# 200
Cabbage 3 oz. 400° 5 20# 80 30# 125
Carrots 3 oz. 400° 2 35# 150 70# 300
Cauliflower 3 oz. 250° 5 15# 75 25# 125
Corn 1 Ear 400° 8 50 Ears 50 75 Ears 75
Potatoes 3 oz. 400° 2 40# 200 60# 300
Spinach 4 oz. 250° 10 6# 25 9# 35
Turnip 4 oz. 400" 2 20# 100 30# 150
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Frozen Beans, French Green 3 oz. 400° 6 15# 60 22 1/2# 90
Lima Beans 3 oz. 250° 4 15# 60 22 1/2# 90
Broccoli 3 oz. 400° 8 12# 50 18# 75
Sliced Carrots 3 oz. 250° 6 15# 60 22 1/2# 90
Small Whole Carrots 3 oz. 250° 3 15# 50 22 1/2# 90
Corn 3 oz. 250° 18 15# 50 22 1/2# 90
Small Whole Onions 3 oz. 250° 7 15# 50 22 1/2# 90
Peas 3 oz. 400° 10 15# 75 22 1/2# 110
Spinach 3 oz. 400° 3 15# 75 22 1/2# 110
DESSERTS, PUDDINGS, SWEET SAUCES
Butterscotch Sauce 1 oz. 200° 1 18 gals. 2300 35 gals. 4500
Cherry Cobbler 3 oz. 200° 1 18 gals. 750 35 gals. 1500
Chocolate Sauce 1 oz. 200° 1 18 gals. 2300 35 gals. 4500
Cornstarch Pudding 4 oz. 200° 1 18 gals. 575 35 gals. 1100
Fruit Gelatin 3 oz. 250° 2 18 gals. 750 35 gals. 1500
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE: As a safety precaution disconnect the power supply during cleaning and servicing.
The Electric Tilting Skillet should be cleansed after each use.
Soak cooking surface with water and a mild soap to remove any food stuck to surface.
Wash entire unit surface with mild detergent and water. Rinse entire unit and dry.
WARNING: DO NOT GET WATER IN ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Check that pour spout, strainer, cover and sides of unit are cleansed as well as cooking surface.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Unit will not operate:
1. Power supply not "ON"
2. Pan not in down position.
3. Defective Thermostat or elements.
Pan difficult to operate:
1. Unit not level
2. Thrust bearings worn out.
3. Dirt in oilite bearings causing it to bind.
4. Shaft bent.
NOTE: Never grease or oil the pivot bearings as this may cause problems with
tilting. Bearings are oilite and never require lubrication.
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