Star 35SSAD Operators Manual

COMBINATION

HOT DOG STEAMER

& BUN WARMER

MODEL

35SSA, 35SSAD

70SSA

Installation and

Operation

Instructions

2M-Z5374 Rev. M 12/2018

35SSA

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SAFETY SYMBOL

Using any part other than genuine Star factory supplied parts relieves the
manufacturer of all liability.

notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes,
improvements, additions or replacements for previously purchased
equipment.

Due to periodic changes in designs, methods, procedures, policies and

without notice. While Star International Holdings Inc., Company exercises
good faith efforts to provide information that is accurate, we are not
responsible for errors or omissions in information provided or conclusions

These symbols are intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance instructions in the manual
accompanying the appliance.

RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

NOTICE

provided, the user assumes all risks in connection with such use.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Contact your local authorized service agent for service or required maintenance.
Please record the model number, serial number, voltage and purchase date in the area below and have it
ready when you call to ensure a faster service.

Authorized Service Agent Listing

Model No.

Serial No.

Voltage

Purchase Date

Reference the listing provided with the unit

or

for an updated listing go to:

Website: www.star-mfg.com
E-mail [e-mail]

Service Help Desk

Business 8:00 am to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time
Hours:

Telephone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail [e-mail]

Website: www.star-mfg.com

Mailing Address: Star Manufacturing International Inc.

265 Hobson Street
Smithville, TN 37166
U.S.A

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Electrical Specications Water Capacity

Model Capacity Voltage Watts Amps Cord w/o juice tray w/juice tray

35SSA 170

70SSA 230

Dimensions

Width Depth Height

35SSA 14 3/4” (37.5cm) 16 1/2” (41.9cm) 15 5/8” (39.7cm)

70SSA 18 3/4” (47.6cm) 16 1/2” (41.9cm) 17 5/8” (44.8cm)

This equipment is designed and sold for commercial use only by personnel trained and experienced
in its operation and is not sold for consumer use in and around the home nor for use directly by the

CAUTION

general public in food service locations.

120V

230V 3.5 CEE 7/7

120V

230V 4.3 CEE 7/7

800

1,000

6.6 NEMA 5-15P

8.3 NEMA 5-15P

11QT 9QT

14QT 12QT

VOLTAGE

The steamer is equipped for use on the voltage specied on the nameplate.

DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY OTHER TYPE OF CURRENT OR THE MACHINE
WILL BE SERIOUSLY DAMAGED.

WARNING

INSTALLATION/OPERATION PROCEDURE

1. Place the unit on a level surface. Pour approximately 9 (Model 35) to approximately 12
(Model 70) quarts of water into the water pan. You can add an additional 2 quarts when not using

the juice pan. Do not overll. Using distilled water will prolong the life of the heating element and

prevent scale buildup.

CAUTION

Note: when using tap water, cleaning water tank of mineral deposits will be necessary on a
periodinc basiis, based on local water conditions.

2. Turn the switch to “ON” position and set the thermostat control on “HIGH” until steam is generated.

Normal heat up time is 30 minutes. Using hot water will reduce heat up time.

3. After pre-heat, place hot dogs on the top or bottom hot dog shelf. Arrange the hot dogs so that
there is free circulation of steam. A full load of refrigerated hot dogs will take approximately 45
minutes to reach serving temperature.

4. After the hot dogs are brought up to serving temperature, turn the knob to a 3 or 4 setting and
add the buns to the wire rack in the bun compartment. One can control the steam in the bun

compartment by opening the water ll compartment at the front of the bun compartment.

5. To hold the product, set the thermostat control at setting 3 or 4.

6. Keep the door closed when not serving.

7. Add water as it becomes necessary to maintain the water level. (Add hot water for best results.)
All models are equipped with a low water level indicator. When the light comes on, add water.

DO NOT ALLOW THE UNIT TO OPERATE DRY; THIS MAY DAMAGE THE HEATING
ELEMENT. ADD WATER WHEN REQUIRED.

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AT THE END OF EACH DAY’S OPERATION

1. Disconnect the power cord from the outlet.

2. Remove any remaining hot dogs and buns.

3. Allow to cool and drain the water through the drain pipe.

4. Remove the inside components of the steamer. It is easiest if the suggested order is followed:

a. Remove the divider.

b. Remove the wire bun rack.

c. Remove the top hot dog shelf.

d. Remove the bottom hot dog shelf.

e. Remove the bun shelf.

f. Remove the juice tray.

5. Reverse the order to reassemble the unit.

POSSIBLE SOURCES OF TROUBLE AND SUGGESTED REMEDIES

Casing of hot dogs burst.

1) Too much steam is being generated. Move the thermostat control to a lower setting.

2) When using frozen hot dogs, allow them to thaw before putting inside the unit.

Buns too soggy or too dry.

Too much steam or too little steam will produce this condition. Control the amount of steam by
adjusting the thermostat control as required or adjust the humidity control lever located in the bun
compartment on the bun tray. Do not put buns in the unit while hot dogs are cooking on high.
They will be too soggy.

Some buns are better adapted for steaming than others; with some experimentation you will nd the

one best suited to your needs.

Cleaning

Using tap water will promote scaling that will eventually prevent the unit from working properly.

Depending on your water quality, this can happen within a few days. The use of distilled water will
prevent scaling inside the water tank.

To remove scaling from tank:

1. Remove all product form the unit.

2. Unplug unit from the outlet.

3. Drain any existing water from the tank.

4. Fill the tank with vinegar and allow to sit overnight.

5. Drain all vinegar from the tank,

6. Fill tank with water and rinse toughly, REPEAT until smell of vinegar is gone.

7. Re-ll tank with water (distilled preferably)

8. Plug unit back into wall outlet and test for proper operation.

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