Star 808H-LP Operators Manual

Star
Manufacturing
International Inc.

10 Sunnen Drive
St. Louis, MO 63143

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

2M-Z7923 Rev. -- 6/1/04

Installation

and

Operating

Instructions

ULTRA-MAX GAS HOTPLATE

MODELS
8I-802H-LP 8I-804H-LP
8I-806H-LP 8I-808H-LP

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 this
equipment.

FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use
gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WARNING: This appliance shall be installed
in accordance with current regulations and
used only in well-ventilated space. Refer to
instructions before installing and using this
appliance.

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.

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SPECIFICATIONS

8I-802H-LP

Type: Manual Control, 2-Burner

2 Controls, 52,000 BTUH Total Propane Gas

(30,000 BTUH Nat/26,000 BTUH LP per burner)
Approximate Weight: Installed - 70 Lb s (31.7 kg), shipping - 120 Lbs (54.4 kg)
Dimensions: 12" - Width, 30 5/8" - Depth, 14 7/8" - Height

(30.5 cm - Width, 77.8 cm - Depth, 37.8 cm - Height)

8I-804H-LP

Type: Manual Control, 4-Burner

4 Controls, 104,000 BTUH Total Propane Gas

(30,000 BTUH Nat/26,000 BTUH LP per burner)
Approximate Weight: Installed - 140 Lbs (63.5 kg), shipping - 216 Lbs, (97.9 kg)
Dimensions: 24" - Width, 30 5/8" - Depth, 14 7/8" - Height

(61 cm - Width, 77.8 cm - Depth, 37.8 cm - Height)

8I-806H-LP

Type: Manual Control, 6-Burner

6 Controls, 156,000 BTUH Total Propane Gas

(30,000 BTUH Nat/26,000 BTUH LP per burner)
Approximate Weight: Installed - 210 Lbs (95.2 kg), shipping - 294 Lbs, (133.3 kg)
Dimensions: 36" - Width, 30 5/8" - Depth, 14 7/8" - Height

(91.4 cm - Width, 77.8 cm - Depth, 37.8 cm - Height)

8I-808H-LP

Type: Manual Control, 8-Burner

8 Controls, 208,000 BTUH Total Propane Gas

(30,000 BTUH Nat/26,000 BTUH LP per burner)
Approximate Weight: Installed - 280 Lbs (127 kg), shipping - 380 Lbs, (172.3 kg)
Dimensions: 48" - Width, 30 5/8" - Depth, 14 7/8" - Height

(122 cm - Width, 77.8 cm - Depth, 37.8 cm - Height)

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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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GENERAL INSTALLATION DATA

NOTICE

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.

The Ultra-Max™ series gas hotplate is equipped for
the type of gas indicated on the nameplate mounted
on the front panel. All units are shipped from the
factory for use with propane gas. The unit can easily be
converted for use with natural gas: see Natural Gas ­Conversion.

-IMPORTANT-

Be sure to remove all paper protection and packing
material from unit prior to lighting.

Install on non-combustible countertop with 4"
legs or combustible floor using a maximum 27"
high stand. Clearance from combustible
construction must be 9" minimum from back
wall and 7" from side walls. Clearance from non­combustible surfaces on back and sides may be
0". For servicing, 6" is recommended from back
of unit on non-combustible walls.

The installation of the Appliance must 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.

When this appliance is installed with casters, it must be
installed with the casters supplied, a connector
complying with either ANSI Z21.69 or CAN/CGA-

6.16 and a quick-disconnect device complying with
either ANSI Z21.41 or CAN1-6.9. It must also be
installed with restraining means to guard against
transmission of strain to the connector, as specified in
the appliance manufacturer's instructions.

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.

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. 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.

EXHAUST CANOPY

Open hotplates create fumes, moisture, heat, and
should be installed under an efficient exhaust hood
with flame proof filters. A vertical distance of not less
than 48" shall be provided between the top of the
appliance and filters or any other combustible material.
Exhaust installation must conform to local codes.

AIR SUPPLY

Provisions for adequate air supply must be provided.

CAUTION

AIR INTAKES IN BOTTOM

Air for combustion enters from the front and bottom
of the unit. Do not obstruct this area.

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LEVELING UNIT

This hotplate is supplied with 4 feet or floor stand legs
which must be screwed into the body. Unit must be
level. Level unit by adjusting the (4) feet which have an
adjustment of 1-3/4" for accurate and perfect line-up
with other units.

CAUTION

DO NOT INSTALL WITHOUT ATTACHING
FEET OR SUPPLIED STAND LEGS AND SHELF

- DO NOT REMOVE FEET.

Caster Kits: Casters can be used with floor stand models or optional equipment stand. For installation, carefully
mark and cut off from the bottom of each leg using a straight cutting saw and de-burr the inside tube wall prior to
installing the caster. Cut leg should measure 19" tube length, not overall length. Casters add about 6-1/4" of height
to the unit. Be sure to use approved strain relief means for protecting gas line connection. If an appliance is equipped
with casters and is gas connected with a quick connect coupling, all personnel must be aware that there is a restraint
on the appliance and if disconnected for service or cleaning it must be reconnected as originally installed prior to use.

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