Star 648T Operators Manual

Star
Manufacturing
International Inc.

10 Sunnen Drive
St. Louis, MO 63143

Installation

and

Operating

Instructions

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Fax: [phone]

2M-Y7131 Rev. I 9/23/02

STAR-MAX™ GAS GRIDDLES

MODELS
615M, 615T, 624M, 624T,
636M, 636T, 648M, 648T,
624TSP, 636TSP, 648TSP

CHROME-MAX™ GAS GRIDDLES

MODELS

624TCHS, 636TCHS, and 648TCHS

MODEL 624M

MODEL 636T

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GENERAL INSTALLATION DATA

CAUTION

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.

The Star-Max™ model griddles are equipped for
use with the types of gas specified on the
nameplate.

All units are shipped from the factory for use with
natural gas. The unit can easily be converted for
use on propane gas: see propane gas.

This appliance, its pressure regulator 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 PSIG (3.45KPA). This appliance and its
pressure regulator 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 PSIG (3.45KPA). For
your protection, we recommend a qualified
installing agency install this appliance. They should
be familiar with gas installations and your local gas
requirements. In any case, your gas company
should be called to approve the final installation. In
addition, there should be posted, in a prominent
location, detailed instructions to be followed in
the event the operator smells gas. Obtain the
instructions from the local gas supplier.

-IMPORTANT-

The installation of the Appliance should
conform to the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE
"ANSI Z223.1 - LATEST EDITION" AND ALL
LOCAL GAS COMPANY RULES AND
REGULATIONS.

IN CANADA INSTALLATION SHALL BE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT
CAN/CGA-B149.1 NATURAL GAS
INSTALLATION CODE OR CAN/CGA­B149.2 PROPANE INSTALLATION CODE
AND LOCAL CODES WHERE APPLICABLE.

WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause property damage, injury or death.
Read the installation, operating and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before
installing or servicing the equipment.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR

OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS

IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE. KEEP THE APPLIANCE AREA

CLEAR AND FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLES.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

IF YOU SMELL GAS

1. DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRICAL
SWITCHES.

2. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME.

3. IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS
COMPANY.

KEEP THE APPLIANCE AREA FREE AND
CLEAR FROM COMBUSTIBLES.

CLEARANCE

For use on non-combustible countertops
only. Combustible and non-combustible material

must be at least 48" (120cm) from the top of the
appliance and 6" (150mm) from the sides and
back. Adequate clearance should also be provided
for proper operation and servicing.

AIR SUPPLY

Make certain not to obstruct the flow of
combustion and ventilation air. Provisions for
adequate air supply must be furnished. Make
certain that air intake openings in the bottom of
the appliance are not obstructed. They are
essential for proper combustion and operation of
the appliance.

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EXHAUST CANOPY

It is essential that facilities be provided over the
griddle to carry off fumes and gases. However,
the unit should not be directly connected to a flue
or stack.

LEVELING UNIT

This griddle is supplied with (4) feet which must be
screwed into the legs attached to the body. Level
unit by adjusting the (4) feet which have an
adjustment of 1-3/4" (43.75mm) for accurate and
perfect lineup with other units. CAUTION: DO
NOT INSTALL WITHOUT ATTACHING FEET ­DO NOT REMOVE FEET.

MANUAL SHUT OFF VALVE

A manual shut off valve should be installed
upstream from the union and within 6 feet
(1.829m) of this appliance.

GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR

A convertible pressure regulator is provided with
each griddle. It should be connected to the inlet
pipe at the rear of the unit. The gas supply line is
then connected to it. It is shipped set for 6"
(15.24cm) water column manifold pressure for
use with natural gas.

GAS PIPING

Gas piping shall be of such size and so installed as
to provide a supply of gas sufficient to meet the
full gas input of the appliance. If the appliance is to
be connected to existing piping, it shall be checked
to determine if it has adequate capacity. Joint
compound (pipe dope) shall be used sparingly and
only on the male threads of the pipe joints. Such
compounds shall be resistant to the action of L.P.
gases. To connect to gas supply, attach pipe nipple
provided with unit, attach pressure regulator to
nipple, and gas supply to regulator. WARNING:
Any loose dirt or metal particles which are
allowed to enter the gas lines on this appliance will
damage the valve and affect its operation. When
installing this appliance, all pipe and fittings must be
free from loose dirt.

CHECKING FOR GAS LEAKS

Soap and water solution or other material
acceptable for the purpose, shall be used in
locating gas leakage. Matches, candle flame or
other sources of ignition shall not be used for this
purpose. Check entire piping system for leaks.

PROPANE GAS

This griddle is equipped with fixed orifice hoods
and is shipped from the factory for use on natural
gas. To convert to propane gas, install the #55*
burner orifice hoods supplied, behind the control
panel as follows:

1. Remove front panel by removing screws
located on the front and the bottom.

2. Remove firewall shield and screws from
burner bracket.

3. Remove burner(s) from orifice of hood(s). This
is accomplished by lifting up on the rear of the
burner(s) and sliding the burner(s) off of the
hood(s).

4. Remove natural gas orifice hood(s) and install
the propane hood(s) furnished.

5. Reinstall burner(s).

Note: Steps 2, 3, and 5 apply to MA models only.

* TCHS & TSP Series (w/safety pilots) use a #41
drill orifice for natural gas and a #52 drill orifice
for propane gas.

6. Reinstall front panel.

7. Set manifold pressure to 10" (25.4cm) water
column. A 1/8" pipe plug on the supply pipe can
be removed for attaching a pressure gauge.
Remove the slotted, or hex-threaded, plug
from the pressure regulator. Invert the plug
and re-install. The letters "LP" should now be
visible on the plug. The regulator is now set
for 10" (25.4 cm) water column.

PILOT LIGHT REGULATION

The pilot lights on this griddle have been turned
off at the factory. Adjust pilot light flames as small
as possible, but high enough to light burner
immediately when burner valve is turned on high.

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