Southbend P32-CM, P32-CM-PT, P60-CM-PT, P36-CM-PT, P72-CM-PT, P72-CM, P36-CM, P48-CM, P48-CM-PT, P60-CM User Manual
Installation and Operation Manual
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Infrared Cheese Melter
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause property damage, injury, or death. Read installation, operation, and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
1100 Old Honeycutt Road,
MANUAL 1186531 REV 0 (12/05) | INFRAREDCHEESEMELTER |
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SAFETYPRECAUTIONS | INFRAREDCHEESEMELTER |
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before installing and operating this equipment, be sure everyone involved in its operation is fully trained and aware of precautions. Accidents and problems can be caused by failure to follow fundamental rules and precautions.
The following symbols, found throughout this manual, alert you to potentially dangerous conditions to the operator, service personnel, or to the equipment.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
This symbol warns of immediate hazards that will result in severe injury or death.
This symbol refers to a potential hazard or unsafe practice that could result in injury or death.
This symbol refers to a potential hazard or unsafe practice that could result in injury, product damage, or property damage.
This symbol refers to information that needs special attention or must be fully understood, even though not dangerous.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of cooking appliances. Keep area around cooking appliances free and clear of combustibles.
Purchaser of equipment must post in a prominent location detailed instructions to be followed in the event the operator smells gas. Obtain the instructions from the local gas supplier.
WARNING
BURN HAZARD
Contact with hot surfaces will cause severe burns. Always use caution when operating cooking appliances.
WARNING
EXPLOSION AND ASPHYXIATION HAZARD
In the event a gas odor is detected, shut down equipment at the main gas shutoff valve and immediately call the emergency phone number of your gas supplier.
Improper ventilation can result in headaches, drowsiness, nausea, and could result in death. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air to and from cooking appliances.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
For appliances that use electric power, disconnect the power to the appliance before cleaning. Do not remove panels that require tools to remove.
NOTICE
Southbend appliances are intended for commercial use only. Not for household use.
Warranty will be void if service work is performed by other than a qualified technician, or if other than genuine Southbend replacement parts are installed.
Give this Owner’s Manual and important papers to the proper authority to retain for future reference.
Copyright © 2005 by Southbend. All rights reserved. Published in the United States of America.
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INFRAREDCHEESEMELTER | INTRODUCTION |
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest pieces of
You will find that your new equipment, like all Southbend equipment, has been designed and manufactured to meet the toughest standards in the industry. Each piece of Southbend equipment is carefully engineered and designs are verified through laboratory tests and field installations. With proper care and field maintenance, you will experience years of reliable,
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This manual is for the Southbend/Platinum Infrared Cheese Melter, which may be mounted over a range or on a wall, or used as a countertop unit by attaching legs to the base. The serial plate is located under the Cheese Melter bottom grease drawer at the front, toward the left (see Figure 1 below).
Read these instructions carefully before attempting installation. Installation and initial startup should be performed by a qualified installer. Unless the installation instructions for this product are followed by a qualified service technician (a person experienced in and knowledgeable of the installation of commercial gas and/or electric cooking equipment) then the terms and conditions on the Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty will be rendered void and no warranty of any kind shall apply.
In the event you have questions concerning the installation, use, care, or service of the product, contact:
Southbend Technical Service
1100 Old Honeycutt Road
www.southbendnc.com
Figure 1
Location of Serial Plate
Serial Plate (Hidden under grease drawer)
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INFRAREDCHEESEMELTER | OPERATION |
SPECIFICATIONS
NOTICE
Local codes regarding installation vary greatly from one area to another. The National Fire Protection Association, Inc. states in its NFPA 96 latest edition that local codes are the “authority having jurisdiction” when it comes to installation requirements for equipment. Therefore, installations must comply with all local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Natural Gas Installation Code,
1.The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psi (3.45 kPa).
2.The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi (3.45 kPa).
Southbend reserves the right to change specifications and product design without notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes, additions, or replacements for previously purchased equipment.
This product is intended for commercial use only, not for household use.
CLEARANCES
There must be adequate clearance between the Cheese Melter and adjacent construction due to the heat generated by the Cheese Melter. Clearance must also be provided for servicing and for operation.
The minimum clearance from
Adequate clearance must be provided in front of the Cheese Melter for operation and cleaning.
The
WARNING
MINIMUM CLEARANCES FROM COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION
The countertop model requires a minimum clearance from combustible surfaces of 1" on the sides and 3.75” on rear.
The
The
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OPERATIONINFRAREDCHEESEMELTER
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INFRAREDCHEESEMELTER | OPERATION |
VENTILATION
WARNING
Improper ventilation can result in personal injury or death. Ventilation, which fails to properly remove flue products, can cause headaches, drowsiness, nausea, or could result in death.
The flue vent, located at the top of the unit, must not be blocked or covered at any time.
All gas appliances must be installed in such a manner that the flow of combustion and ventilation air is not obstructed. Provisions for adequate air supply must be provided.
NOTICE
Proper ventilation is the owner’s responsibility. Any problem due to improper ventilation will not be covered by the warranty.
Do not obstruct the front of the Cheese Melter since combustion air enters through this area. Be sure to inspect and clean the ventilation system according to the ventilation equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
If a ventilation canopy is used, it is recommended that the canopy extend 6" past the Cheese Melter and that the bottom edge be located 6'6" from the floor. Filters should be installed at an angle of 45° or more from the horizontal. This position prevents dripping grease and facilitates collecting the
A strong exhaust fan tends to create a vacuum in the room and may interfere with burner performance or may extinguish pilot flames. Fresh air openings approximately equal to the fan area will relieve such a vacuum. The exhaust fan should be installed at least 2" above the vent opening on the top of the Cheese Melter.
If the Cheese Melter is connected directly to an outside flue, a CSA
In case of unsatisfactory performance by any gas appliance, check the appliance with the exhaust fan turned OFF. Do this only long enough to check whether doing so corrects any problems with equipment performance. Then turn the exhaust fan back on and let it run to remove any exhaust that may have accumulated during the test.
GASSUPPLY
The Cheese Melter is
Gas Type | Total BTU/hour | Burner Orifice | Pilot Orifice | Min. Supply Pressure | Manifold Pressure |
Natural Gas | 40,000 | No. 54 (P/N 1008754) | 0.055 (P/N 1008754) | 7" W.C. | 4" W.C. |
Propane | 40,000 | No. 64 (P/N 1008764) | 0.036 (P/N 1008764) | 11" W.C. | 10" W.C. |
A model that mounts on the flue riser of a range will have a 3/8" rear gas connection (with a 3/8" male NPT connector) extending through the rear of the flue riser (see Figure 2 on page 6).
Minimum supply pressure is 7" W.C. for natural gas, 11" W.C. for propane. An internal pressure regulator and shutoff valve are provided. If using a
If applicable, the vent line from the gas appliance pressure regulator must be installed to the outdoors in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Natural Gas Installation Code,
An adequate gas supply is imperative. Undersized or
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OPERATION | INFRAREDCHEESEMELTER |
OPERATION
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD
In the event a gas odor is detected, shut down equipment at the main shutoff valve. Immediately call the emergency phone number of your gas supplier.
CAUTION
If the Cheese Melter pilots should go out the flow of gas to the Cheese Melter burners is NOT interrupted. Consequently, it is the responsibility of the operator to check the ignition of the burners immediately EVERY TIME the Cheese Melter is turned on. Should ignition fail after 10 seconds, turn off burners, wait 5 minutes, and then try again.
NOTICE
Southbend infrared Cheese Melters cook food in about half the time of conventional Cheese Melters, so adjust cooking times.
Southbend infrared Cheese Melters are unique in design. They incorporate our exclusive ceramic tile burners, which generate infrared rays that provide better quality products in about
Since the surface of the ceramic tiles becomes red hot in less than
The Cheese Melter design supplies 100% clean primary air to the burners, ensuring efficient combustion and maintaining full production capacity and maximum recovery, even in the most severe conditions of grease vapors and smoke atmospheres, which are created during any broiling process.
Southbend infrared Cheese Melters provide such rapid speed and recovery that broiling techniques may require some modification in order to take full advantage of their productive capabilities.
The location of the Cheese Melter controls and other components are shown in Figure 3 below.
Figure 3
Cheese Melter Operation
Flue Vent
Variable Adjust
Independent Temperature
Control Knobs
Rear Gas Supply
(3/8” NPT Male)
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INFRAREDCHEESEMELTER | OPERATION |
LIGHTINGAFTERGASHASBEENSHUTOFF
When turning on the main gas supply to an appliance or a group of appliances, do the following:
1.Make sure that all the control valves and power switches of all the appliances are in the OFF position.
2.Turn on the main gas supply valve.
3.Light the standing pilots of each connected appliance.
OPERATION OFINFRAREDCHEESEMELTER
Southbend infrared Cheese Melters finish product in half the time of ordinary Cheese Melters. The burners reach operating temperature in just 90 seconds, and their intense infrared energy quickly heats the food, not the surrounding air. The rack adjusts to five heights on rack guides.
The cooking area has removable racks and drip trays for cleaning. As food cooks, drippings drain into a collection tray on the bottom of the Cheese Melter cavity. To operate the Cheese Melter, do the following:
1.Light the
2.If necessary, pull out and empty the bottom grease drawer.
3.Turn the burner control to HIGH and visually check that the burners have ignited. When the burners ignite, a blue
4.Turn the burner control to HIGH or LOW (as appropriate for the food to be finished).
5.Raise or lower the Cheese Melter rack to the height appropriate for the food to be finished.
6.Finish the food for the desired appearance. Periodically check the Cheese Melter grease drawer and empty it when necessary.
7.When done broiling, turn the burner control to OFF
LIGHTINGCHEESEMELTERPILOTS
The pilots should burn continuously unless the Cheese Melter is to be completely shut down. The Cheese Melter cavity has two or three pilots, each near the front of a pair of burners. If the pilots are extinguished, the pilot gas supply is NOT automatically interrupted. To light the pilots, do the following:
1.Turn the control valves on the front of the Cheese Melter to OFF.
2.Turn on the gas supply to the Cheese Melter (if not already on).
3.Light the pilots.
SHUTDOWN OFCHEESEMELTER
To place the Cheese Melter in a standby state (ready for use), turn the burner control valves to OFF. The pilots will remain lit.
To completely shut down the Cheese Melter for an extended period (or prior to disconnecting the gas supply), turn OFF the manual shutoff valves of all gas supply connections. (This will extinguish all pilots.)
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CLEANING& MAINTENANCE | INFRAREDCHEESEMELTER |
CLEANING& MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Shut off the gas supply to the appliance before cleaning or performing maintenance on any gas appliance.
The appliance may be equipped with a restraint device to limit its movement in order to prevent damage to the gas connection. If disconnection of this restraint is necessary to move the appliance for cleaning or maintenance, reconnect the restraint when the appliance is moved back to its original installed position.
Southbend equipment is sturdily constructed of the best materials and is designed to provide durable service when treated with ordinary care. To provide the best performance, your equipment must be maintained in good condition and cleaned daily. Naturally, the periods for this care and cleaning depend on the amount and degree of usage.
Following daily and periodic maintenance procedures will enhance long life for your equipment. Climatic conditions (such as salt air) may require more thorough and frequent cleaning or the life of the equipment could be adversely affected.
Keep exposed, cleanable areas of Cheese Melter clean at all times. (See next page for instructions on cleaning stainless steel and
DAILYCLEANING ANDMAINTENANCE
To prevent excess smoking, the Cheese Melter grid, bottom grease drawer, and the other Cheese Melter components must be kept clean of food remnants. Use a wire brush or similar scraping utensil. DO NOT use steel wool or a similar scrub pad that will leave small particles, which can get into food. The daily cleaning procedure is as follows:
1.Remove the Cheese Melter grids and clean them with a wire brush or
2.Remove the bottom grease drawer and clean it.
3.Check that nothing has been placed on top of the Cheese Melter (which will block the escape of combustion exhaust).
4.Check that the
MONTHLYCLEANING ANDMAINTENANCE
The following tasks should be performed monthly:
1.Check for proper pilot operation. The flame on each pilot should be just large enough to extend along the flame carrier to the burner surface. If adjustment is necessary, call for service.
2.Check for proper burner operation. When the burner control is set to HIGH, the ceramics should glow red and the flame on the surface of the ceramics should be barely visible, with little or no blue haze. When the burner control is set to LOW, the surface of the ceramics should glow very dull red and the flame should have a
SEMIANNUALCLEANING ANDMAINTENANCE
At least twice a year the venting system should be examined and cleaned.
To remove normal dirt, grease and product residue from stainless steel surfaces that operate at LOW temperature, use ordinary soap and water (with or without detergent) applied with a sponge or cloth. Dry thoroughly with a clean cloth.
To remove
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