Star PGT28IT Installation Manual

Two-Sided Grills

Mechanical and Electronic Controls

TWO SIDED GRILLS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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MODEL

Tabletop

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NOTICE

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

Star reserves the right to change specications and product

design without 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 regulations, the specications contained in this sheet are subject

to change without notice. While Star Manufacturing exercises
good faith efforts to provide information that is accurate, we are
not responsible for errors or omissions in information provided

or conclusions reached as a result of using the specications.

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

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.

Before using your new equipment, read and understand all the
instructions & labels associated with the unit prior to putting it into
operation. Make sure all people associated with its use understand
the units operation & safety before they use the unit.

All shipping containers should be checked for freight damage both
visible and concealed. This unit has been tested and carefully
packaged to insure delivery of your unit in perfect condition.
If equipment is received in damaged condition, either apparent or
concealed, a claim must be made with the delivering carrier.

Concealed damage or loss - if damage or loss is not apparent until
after equipment is unpacked, a request for inspection of concealed
damage must be made with carrier within 15 days. Be certain to
retain all contents plus external and internal packaging materials
for inspection. The carrier will make an inspection and will supply
necessary claim forms.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION

The unit time and temperature are preset by the factory to the

customer requirements. If adjustments are required, refer to the

time or temperature programming sections in this manual.

INSTALLATION

1. Plug unit into dedicated receptacle, see nameplate for voltage
requirements.

2. DO NOT plug into incorrect voltage line. Doing so will damage
the unit and void the warranty.

3. Each unit has been properly wired and inspected at the factory

for operation on the voltage specied on the nameplate.

4. DO NOT operate without burn guards (Certian units only).

DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY OTHER

WARNING

TYPE OF CURRENT OR THE MACHINE

WILL BE SERIOUSLY DAMAGED.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Contact the factory, a service representative or a local
service company for service or required maintenance.

Go to www.star-mfg.com/scripts/manuals.aspx to nd a service

agent near you. Replacement cord sets must be purchased from
Star Manufacturing International, Inc. or our authorized agents.

Should you need any assistance regarding the operation or
maintenance of any Star equipment; write, phone, fax or e-mail
our service department. In all correspondence mention the
model number and the serial number of your unit, along with the
voltage.

Business Hours: 8 am to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time
Telephone: [phone]
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Mailing Address: Star Manufacturing International Inc.

10 Sunnen Drive
St. Louis, MO 63143
U.S.A.

2M-Z13092, Rev. A 9/27/11

ALL UNITS

MANUAL TEMP CONTROL OPERATION

Initial Start Up

Level unit using the adjustable feet under the unit (approximately
1/2" adjustment).

Before using the unit for the rst time, clean and heat for

approximately 45 minutes. The grill may emit a small amount of
smoke as the cooking surfaces reach 300-350°F. Do not be alarmed,
as the smoke is caused by oils associated with the manufacturing
process and will stop when the grill reaches 400°F. Best to do this
in a well ventilated area.

Seasoning The Cooking Surfaces

First Time Seasoning

Follow your company/corporate guidelines for seasoning cooking
surfaces or:

1. Bring the grill to 300°F (No. 5 for mechanical units) and leave
it on while doing the next three steps.

2. Brush the cooking surfaces with a SALT-FREE release agent.

If using an aerosol agent, rst apply into a cup and then brush

onto cooking surface.

3. Let sit for 20 minutes, and then wipe clean using a warm
damp cloth.

Daily Seasoning

The grill should not require much seasoning while in use. In most
cases, brush a light coating of a SALT-FREE baking release agent
in the morning and occasionally throughout the day will be enough
to prevent any sticking. It is not necessary to spray before grilling
each item.

Operating Instructions

1. Turn the unit on by placing the switch in the ON position.
The HEAT ON indicator will be lit until it reaches operating
temperature. Initial startup heating time is approximately 30
minutes. When the unit reaches operating temperature, the
heat indicator will turn off.

2. Place product on the bottom cooking surface of the unit and
close the lids.

3. Timer Only:
Press the PROGRAM button to start, the displayed time will
count down to "0" at which time the unit will beep. To turn
off the beeper, press the PROGRAM button again.

4. Raise the lid until it engages into the rst detent and remove

food. Using a spatula, scrape residue into the grease catcher
tray.

NOTE: Metal utensils may be used, however, using nonmetal

utensils will prolong the life of the cooking surface.

5. Turn the unit off when it is not in use.

Setting The Temperature

The thermostat control knob is used to set the temperature to
your requirements. The maximum set point is 550°F (288°C), the

minimum set point is 175°F (79°C), in most models. For specic

information regarding your unit, go to www.star-mfg.com/scripts/manuals.
aspx and download your manual . See Knob Settings.

Typical Knob Setting

Knob Position Approx. Temp

1-2 175°F / 79°C
3 200°F / 93°C
4 250°F / 121°C
5 300°F / 148°C
6 350°F / 176°C
7 400°F / 204°C
8 450°F / 232°C
9 500°F / 260°C
10 550°F / 287°C

Setting The Timer (Timer Models Only)

(9 MIN. 59 SEC. MAX)

The timer may be factory pre-set. If changes are required follow
these simple steps:

1.To increase time, press and hold the (UP) button.
The Start/Stop button can now be used to increase the
cooking time.

2. To decrease time, press and hold the (DOWN) button.
The Start/Stop button can now be used to decrease cooking
time.

On/Off Switch

(Timer Models Only)

The switch turns the unit on & off. The switch has three
positions:

With the switch in the UP position, both top & bottom platens will heat.
With the switch in CENTER position, neither platen will heat.

With the switch in the DOWN position only bottom platen will heat.

ELECTRONIC TEMP CONTROL OPERATION

Operating Instructions

1. The program number and display will ash indicating the unit

is heating for electronic units. When the preset temperature is
reached, the heating light, display and program light indicator

will stop ashing followed by 3 beeps.

2. Place product on the bottom cooking surface of the unit and
close the lids.

3. Eletronic Timer Models Only:
Press the PROGRAM button and let the displayed time
count down to "0" at which time the unit will beep. To turn
off the alarm or to cancel a program early,
press the PROGRAM button again.

4. Raise the lid until it engages into the rst detent and remove

food. Using a spatula, scrape residue into the grease catcher
tray.

NOTE: Metal utensils may be used, however, using nonmetal

utensils will prolong the life of the cooking surface.

5. Turn the unit off when it is not in use.

Temperature:

You can view the unit’s actual temperature by pressing the temp
button.

SPLIT LID UNITS

To Program Time and Temperature:

1. Press and hold “TEMP” (actual temperature displays).

2. While holding “TEMP”, press and hold any program button on
the left for one second. The LED above the program number
will light and the display will read "_ _ _ _." Enter the four-digit
security code sequence: 4, 3, 2, 1. The security code will not
show on the display. Once the correct sequence has been
entered, the preset time will be displayed and the LED for that

program will begin to ash.

3. Set the desired time with the "+ or -" buttons.

4. Press the “TEMP” button to save the time.

5. The preset temperature will now be displayed.

6. Set the desired temperature for this program using the "+ or

-" buttons.

7. Press the “TEMP” button to save the temperature and to exit
the programming mode for this program. The LED will stop

ashing but will remain lit.

8. Press any other program button within 15 seconds to
continue programming without re-entering the security
code.

9. While programming a program (LED is ashing), if no input is

received for 15 seconds the unit will revert to normal operation
and the security code must be re-entered.

Right Side (Timer only):

1. To change the time on right, Press and hold the TEMP button,

then press and hold any program button on the right for one
second. The LED above the program button will light and the
right display will read "_ _ _ _." Enter the four-digit security
code sequence: 4, 3, 2, 1. The security code will not show
on display. Once the correct sequence has been entered, the
preset time will be displayed and the LED for that program

will begin to ash.

2. Set the time with the "+ or -" buttons.

3. Press the TEMP button to save the time.

4. The LED will stop ashing but will remain lit.

5. Press any other program button within 15 seconds to continue

programming without re-entering the security code.

6. While programming a program (LED is ashing), if no input is

received for 15 seconds the unit will revert to normal operation
and the security code must be re-entered.

SINGLE LID UNITS

To Program Time and Temperature:

1. Press and hold TEMP (actual temperature displays).

2. While holding TEMP, press and hold any program button on
the left for one second. The LED above the program number
will light and the display will read "_ _ _ _." Enter the four­digit security code sequence: 4, 3, 2, 1. The security code
will not show on the display. Once the correct sequence has
been entered, the preset time will be displayed and the LED

for that program will begin to ash.

3. Set the desired time with the "3” increase or “4" decrease
buttons.

4. Press the TEMP button to save the time.

5. The bottom and top temperature settings can now be
programmed.

6. The bottom temperature setting for the selected switch will
now be displayed.

7. Change the bottom temperature setting using "3” increase or
“4" decrease. Press the “TEMP” buttom when the desired
setting is displayed.

8. The top temperature setting for the selected switch will now
be displayed.

9. Change the top temperature setting using "3” increase or
“4" decrease. Press the “TEMP” buttom when the desired
setting is displayed.

10. Press any other program button within 15 seconds to continue
programming without re-entering the security code.

NOTE: Temperature settings are done with the Left side buttons

only. The time settings programmed on the left buttons will also be
programmed onto the Right side. See the next section to make
time changes to the Right side only. Each programming change

must be saved by pressing the TEMP button!

ALL UNITS

Cleaning

Begin cleaning procedure by using the operating procedures within
your organization, or follow the steps below:

1. If particles adhere to the cooking surface during the day, scrape
them off with a spatula.

2. At the end of the day, wipe down all surfaces with a warm,
damp cloth and mild detergent, then dry.

3. Remove, empty & clean the grease catcher drawer as required
using mild detergent and water.

NOTE: It is best not to let food cook onto the grill, as food build-up
on the grill will increase sticking and smoking. In addition, carbon

may build up on the grill surface and reduce the cooking efciency.

Carbon Buildup: A black matter that forms on or near the cooking
surface. Generally this is a combination of: releasing agents, oils,
food particles etc. ,that have cooked to the surface. After a period
of time without cleaning, this will reduce performance and material

may start aking off. When that happens, follow the "Carbon
Cleaning" procedures.

CAUTION

DO NOT IMMERSE OR LET THE UNIT STAND IN
WATER.

DO NOT HOSE DOWN THE UNIT OR THE TABLE/
COUNTER IF THE UNIT IS ON THE TABLE/COUNTER.

KEEP AWAY FROM RUNNING WATER.

DO NOT USE SHARP OBJECTS TO REMOVE
CARBON BUILD-UP.

Carbon Cleaning

When carbon build up occurs, use a carbon removal agent (safe
for aluminum surfaces) according to the instructions provided with
the cleaner. When this process is complete, you must re-season
the grill according to your company/corporate guidelines, or the
seasoning instructions in this manual.

DO NOT USE ICE ON THE COOKING SURFACE!

BEFORE CLEANING MAKE SURE POWER IS TURNED
OFF, UNIT IS UNPLUGGED AND IS NOT TOO HOT.

Apply only cleaners which are safe for aluminum
and iron surfaces.

DO NOT SPLASH FRONT CONTROL PANEL!

DO NOT SPLASH FLEX CONDUIT CONNECTING TOP
AND BOTTOM OF THE UNIT.

STAR MANUFACTURING GROUP

Star - Holman - Lang - Wells - Bloomeld - Toastmaster

10 Sunnen Drive, St. Louis, MO 63143 U.S.A.

[phone] [phone]

www.star-mfg.com