Star 536CHSA Operators Manual

Star Manufacturing International, Inc.
10 Sunnen Drive St. Louis, MO 63143
Operating
Instructions
Phone: (314) 781-2777 Fax: (314) 781-3636
2M-Z1346 Rev. E 11/18/02
STAR-MAX ELECTRIC
GRIDDLES
MODELS
515TGA, 524TGA, 536TGA, 548TGA
CHROME-MAX ELECTRIC
GRIDDLES
MODELS
524CHSA, 536CHSA, 548CHSA
524CHSA
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SAFETY SYMBOL
This symbol is 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
Using any part other than genuine Star factory supplied parts relieves the manufacturer of all liability.
NOTICE
Star reserves the right to change specifications and product design without notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes, improvements, additions or replacements for previously pur­chased equipment.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
Contact your local authorized service agent for service or required maintenance. Refer to the authorized service center listing provided with the unit. The Star Service Help Desk (1-800-807-9054) is available during normal business hours to answer any questions that may arise. Please have your model number and serial number for faster service.
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CAUTION
GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES
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 general public in food service locations. For equipment to be used by the general public, please contact the factory.
INSTALLATION
The griddles are equipped for the voltage indicated on the nameplate mounted on the front panel. They will operate on alternating current (AC) only.
CAUTION
DO NOT CONNECT TO DIRECT CURRENT (DC).
The installation of the electric griddle should conform to the:
NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE AND ALL LOCAL ELECTRIC CODES AND ORDINANCES AND THE LOCAL ELECTRIC COMPANY RULES AND REGULATIONS
For your protection we recommend that a qualified electrician install this griddle. He should be familiar with electrical installations and all electric codes. Proper connections and power supply are essential for efficient performance. The external wiring should be in conduit or an approved type of flexible cable suitable for operation at the temperature indicated on the wiring diagram, and of a proper size to carry the load. The supply circuit should be properly fused and equipped with a means of disconnecting, as required by local electrical code. THE BODY OF THE GRIDDLE SHOULD BE GROUNDED (DO NOT GROUND TO A GAS SUPPLY LINE).
The Chrome-Max and Star-Max series electric griddles may be wired for operation in the field for either 1­phase or 3-phase power supplies by making line connections at the junction box(es) located at the rear of the unit. Model 536TG should be wired for 3-phase power supply only. Two junction boxes are provided on the 548TG for making line connections. These may be connected in parallel to one 16KW 3-phase line or on two separate 8KW lines.
CONNECTING POWER SUPPLY
Detach cover on junction box at rear of unit. There are pigtail leads for wire nut connection in the junction box.
LOCATING AND LEVELING THE UNIT
Do not install the unit closer than 1-inch from a side wall and/or closer than 1-inch from a rear wall. Level unit by adjusting the (4) feet which have an adjustment of 1-3/4" (43.75mm) for accurate leveling and perfect line-up with other Star-Max series units.
SEASONING THE GRIDDLE HEATING SURFACE (NON CHROMIUM SURFACE)
Clean the griddle surface thoroughly. After the griddle has been thoroughly cleaned, it should be seasoned to prevent food from sticking. Before using and after each thorough scouring, season the griddle heating surface in the following manner.
1. Turn temperature control dials to 350° F (177°C).
2. Using a clean cloth, not a spatula, spread a thin film of cooking oil or fat over the griddle cooking surface. This film should remain on the hot griddle surface for half an hour.
3. Remove the excess fat and wipe clean.
4. Apply another film of cooking oil over the hot cooking area for another half hour and again remove excess fat and wipe clean. The griddle surface should now be ready for use.
Even with careful seasoning, food may, to some extent, stick to the griddle cooking surface until the griddle plate is broken in.
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TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The temperature controls are combination "ON/ OFF" switches and thermostats. Turning the dial knob automatically maintains the selected heat range.
The Star-Max/Chrome-Max electric griddle line has one thermostat for every 12" (30cm) section of griddle which operate independently of one another. Each thermostat controls the section of the griddle above it and may be set at different temperatures as desired.
COOKING
Set the thermostat dial knob at the temperature desired. After a short pre-heating period, the thermostat will automatically maintain the selected temperature.
IDLING
During idle periods, to save on operating costs, lower the temperature setting of the thermostat to about 250°F (121°C). It is not necessary to maintain cooking temperature during idle periods, as the griddle can quickly be reheated to the desired temperature.
SIGNAL LIGHTS
Each thermostat has its own signal light which indicates when the unit's control knob is not in the off position.
GRIDDLE CARE (NON-CHROMIUM SURFACES)
It takes very little time and effort to keep the griddle attractive and performing at top efficiency. If grease is permitted to accumulate, it will form a gummy cake and then carbonize into a hard substance which is extremely difficult to remove. To prevent this condition, the following suggestions for cleanliness should be followed:
1. After each use, scrape the griddle with a scraper or flexible spatula to remove excess fat and food. A waste drawer is provided for the scrapings. If there is an accumulation of burned on fat and food, the griddle should be thoroughly scoured and reseasoned. Use pumice or griddle stone while the griddle is warm. Do not use steel wool because of the danger of steel slivers getting into the food.
2. Daily, use a clean cloth and a good non-abrasive cleaner to clean the stainless steel body of the griddle. Wipe the polished front with a soft cloth.
3. At least once a day, remove the waste grease drawer and wash in the same way as an ordinary cooking utensil. The drawers are removed by pulling forward until they are released from their track.
GRIDDLE CARE (CHROMIUM SURFACES)
It takes very little time and effort to keep this Industrial Chromium griddle surface sparkling clean and performing at top efficiency. DO NOT allow grease to accumulate as it will carbonize and become difficult to remove. To prevent this condition the following cleaning suggestions should be followed:
1. Remove excess oil and food regularly with a 4" (100mm) wide Razor Sharp type scraper and wipe surface with a damp cloth if desired.
2. Following the scraping, for end of the day cleaning, a damp cloth and a non-silicated, non-abrasive, non-chlorinated cleaner such as Bon-Ami may be used to wipe surface clean, followed by wiping with a clean wet cloth.
3. Follow steps 2 and 3 from Griddle Care (Non­Chromium Surfaces) above.
CAUTION
1. Never use pumice, griddle stones, or abrasives on the surface.
2. Never strike griddle surface with sharp instrument or spatula edge.
3. Never use steel wool.
4. Never use commercial liquid grill cleaner on the griddle surface.
5. Abusing surface voids the warranty.
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