Star SC48HL Installation Manual

STRIP HEATERS

IL2532

MODEL

SC18, SC24, SC30, SC36,

SC42, SC48, SC60, SC72

Installation and

Operation

Instructions

2M-Z16424 Rev. - 10/31/2012

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SC36P

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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

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 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

reached as a result of using the specications. By using the information
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.

SAFETY SYMBOL

Model No.

Serial No.

Voltage

Purchase Date

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

Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

E-mail [e-mail]

[e-mail]

[e-mail]

Website: www.star-mfg.com

Service Help Desk

Authorized Service Agent Listing

Reference the listing provided with the unit

or
for an updated listing go to:

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

Mailing Address: Star International Holdings Inc., Company

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

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SC24MLIP

None: Low Watt
M: Medium Watt

H: High Watt

I: Infinite
no / I: Toggle
L: Lights
A: Attached Control Box
R: Remote Control Box

P: Plug
no / P: Conduit

SC: Model Designation

Length

Model Length Height

SC18 18” (45.7 cm)
SC24 24” (61.0 cm)
SC30 30” (76.2 cm)
SC36 36” (91.4 cm)
SC42 42” (106.7 cm)
SC48 48” (121.9 cm)
SC60 60” (152.4 cm)
SC72 72” (182.9 cm)

2.5”

(5.1 cm)

Dimensions

Single Model Dual Model

Width Width w Lights Width Width w Lights

6”

(15.25 cm)

9”

(22.9 cm)

15”

(38.1 cm)

(45.7 cm)

18”

Electrical Specications

MODEL NO. VOLTS WATTS AMPS.

SC18HP 120 375 3.1
SC18H 120 375 3.1
SC24P 120 375 3.1
SC24 120 375 3.1
SC24HP 120 525 4.4
SC24H 120 525 4.4
SC24HI 120 525 4.4
SC24HL 120 645 5.4

2M-Z16424; Strip-Heater

SC24DH 120 1050 8.8
SC24DHL 120 1170 9.8
SC24MIP 120 675 5.6
SC24MR 120 675 5.6
SC24H 208 525 2.5
SC24MR 208 675 3.2
SC30 120 475 4.0
SC30HP 120 685 5.7
SC30H 120 685 5.7
SC36P 120 600 5.0
SC36 120 600 5.0

Electrical Specications

MODEL NO. VOLTS WATTS AMPS.

SC36HP 120 825 6.9
SC36H 120 825 6.9
SC36HI 120 825 6.9
SC36HL 120 1005 8.4
SC36DH 120 1650 13.8
SC36DHL 120 1830 15.3
SC36MIP 120 1025 8.5
SC36MR 120 1025 8.5
SC36H 208 825 4.0
SC36MR 208 1025 4.9
SC42HP 120 925 7.7
SC42H 120 925 7.7
SC48P 120 825 6.9
SC48 120 825 6.9
SC48HP 120 1125 9.4
SC48H 120 1125 9.4
SC48HI 120 1125 9.4
SC48HL 120 1105 9.2
SC48DH 120 1850 15.4

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Electrical Specications

MODEL NO. VOLTS WATTS AMPS.

SC48DHL 120 2490 20.8
SC48MIP 120 1325 11.0
SC48MR 120 1325 11.0
SC48H 208 1125 5.4
SC48MR 208 1325 6.4
SC60P 120 1075 9.0
SC60 120 1075 9.0
SC60HP 120 1425 11.9
SC60H 120 1425 11.9
SC60HI 120 1425 11.9
SC60MIP 120 1725 14.4
SC60MR 120 1725 14.4
SC60H 208 1425 6.9
SC60MR 208 1725 8.3
SC72HP 120 1750 14.6
SC72H 120 1750 14.6
SC72MR 120 2100 17.5
SC72H 208 1750 8.4
SC72MR 208 2100 10.1

GENERAL INFORMATION

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.

UNCRATING AND INSPECTING

Unpack the unit and components from the shipping container.
Remove all visible packing material and those from inside the

cooking chamber. If damage is discovered, le a claim immediately

with the carrier that handled the shipment. Do not operate the unit if
it was damaged during shipping.

WARNING

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

The strip heater is equipped for the voltage indicated on the nameplate. It will operate on
alternating current (AC) only.

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

2M-Z16424; Strip-Heater

For your protection we recommend that a qualied electrician install the strip heater. He

should be familiar with electrical installations and all electric codes. Proper connections and

power supply are essential for efcient performance. The supply circuit should be properly

fused and equipped with a means of disconnecting, as required by local electrical code.

1. Refer to the product nameplate. Verify the electrical service power. Voltage and phase must

match the nameplate specications. Wiring the warmer to the wrong voltage can severely

damage the unit or cause noticeably decreased performance.

2. Available electrical service amperage must meet or exceed the specications listed on the
specication sheet provided with the warmer.

3. This unit must be connected to an appropriate building ground.

NOTE: Wire gauge, insulation type and temperature rating , as well as type, size and

construction of conduit, must meet or exceed applicable specications of local codes and of

the National Electrical Code.

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION continued

Conduit Connection

Units supplied with conduit connections have had
all internal connections pre-wired and must be

installed using angle brackets. All nal electrical

connections MUST be performed by a licensed
electrician familiar with all local codes and
ordinances.
Units containing a conduit connection MUST have
a permanent mounting.

Circuits Minimum AWG Copper wire needed

up to 15 amps No. 14
15 to 20 amps No. 12
20 to 25 amps No. 10
25 to 30 amps No. 8

Supply Wire

Power Cord

120V Units provided with a power cord have been installed at the factory. These units can
use either the portable leg assemblies or a permanent mount. If a permanent mount is used
a 3" gap must be maintained from all adjacent surfaces.

Units with portable leg assemblies must have a power cord.

DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THIS PLUG OR GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE PLUG.

WARNING

2M-Z16424; Strip-Heater

CONNECT/PLUG UNIT INTO DEDICATED A.C LINE ONLY SPECIFIED ON THE DATA PLATE
OF THE UNIT.

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IL2536

Low Wattage: 8” - 11”

(20 - 28cm)

(28 - 35cm)

(35 - 45cm)

Medium Wattage: 11” - 14”

High Wattage: 14” - 18”

CAUTION

INSTALLATION

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, THE APPLIANCE IS TO BE INSTALLED IN NON­COMBUSTIBLE SURROUNDINGS ONLY, WITH NO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL WITHIN 18"
(45.7 cm) OF THE SIDES, FRONT OR REAR OF THE APPLIANCE OR WITHIN 40"
(101.6 cm) ABOVE THE APPLIANCE. THE APPLIANCE IS TO BE MOUNTED ABOVE
SURFACES OF NON-COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION WITH NON-COMBUSTIBLE
SURFACES AND SURFACE FINISH, WITH NO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AGAINST THE
UNDERSIDE.

Adjustable Angle Bracket Mounting

Mounting a strip heater with angle brackets
permanently attaches the unit to the
underside of a non-combustible surface.
Units can be mounted to the underside

of a at shelf or one with a rolled/anged

edges. Adjustable angle brackets provide
the necessary gap between the unit and a
combustible surface.

Single, portable units can be mounted to a combustible surface as long as a 3"

Note:

clearance is maintained between the top of the unit and the combustible surface.

IMPORTANT

Before installation refer to the recommended clearance requirements for your specic
unit.

Flanged Shelf Mounting

In situations where the mounting surface has a anged edge, it is important that the minimum
clearance is calculated from the top of the unit to that anged edge, and not the mounting

surface. This prevents an excess of excessive heat build-up.
Installing Angle Brackets:

1. Place unit on a surface with element side down.

2. Remove the 4 screws on each side.

3. Place the adjustable angle bracket in position and re-install the screws, repeat on opposite end.
Note: make certain you maintain the required minimum clearance.

4. Place the unit into position and adhere using appropriate hardware (not included).

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INSTALLATION continued

C-Leg Portable Stand T-Leg Portable Stand

IL2534

Chain Suspension System

“S” Hook
6” Connecting
Chain

Tab

IL2535

Screw

Installing Portable Legs

Single strip heaters containing a power cord can have portable leg assemblies like the C-Leg & T-Leg
Stands shown here.

DO NOT PLACE ANYTHING ON TOP OF THE STRIP HEATERS, THE SURFACE GETS HOT.

1. Position the unit upside down, it must be unplugged.

2. Remove the 4 screws on each side.

3. Line up the Portable stand (C or T) and secure with hardware previously removed.
Install the same to both sides.

4. Turn unit over and place into position.

Installing Chain Suspended Units

Single, 120V units containing a power cord can be mounted using a chain suspension assembly as shown
here.

2M-Z16424; Strip-Heater

1. Overhead surface should be sturdy enough to
withstand the weight of the unit.

2. Prepare the overhead mountings to receive the "S"
hook so the distance between them match the width of
the unit.

3. Remove the two top screws on each side of the unit
as shown here.

4. Using the screws just removed, install the tabs, one
on each corner.

5. Hook one end of each of the 6" Connecting Chain

assemblies to each tab just installed.

6. Hook the other ends of the 6" Connecting Chain

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CAUTION

OPERATION

INITIAL START-UP

Before using the unit for the rst time, wipe down the surface a damp cloth with some mild

detergent. Let the unit heat up without product for approximately 30 minutes. The unit may
emit a certain amount of smoke as the surfaces reaches its operating temperature. Do not
be alarmed, as the smoke is caused by oils associated with the manufacturing process and

will stop when the burn off is complete. Wipe surface clean when complete.

OPERATION

Controls

Toggle Switch; Turns "ON/OFF" the heating element, on 120V turns lights "ON/OFF"

Light Switch: Turns "ON/OFF" lights (208/240V only)
Innite Switch: Allows you to set the element to a setting that works best for you.

(120V units only)

CERTAIN SURFACES ARE EXTREMELY HOT DURING OPERATION AND CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN WHILE USING THIS UNIT.

CLEANING

To keep your strip heater looking new and operating properly follow the following steps on a
daily basis.

1. Turn the power off to all heating elements and allow unit to cool.

2. Once cooled, remove the Pan Rail and wash with warm water and mild detergent.

3. Wipe exterior surface of unit using a soft damp cloth, warm water and mild detergent.

4. Stubborn stains can be removed using a non-abrasive cleaner.

CAUTION

DO NOT IMMERSE UNIT IN WATER OR HOSE DOWN WITH WATER TO CLEAN. USE
A DAMP SOFT CLOTH WITH A VERY MILD SOAP TO WIPE DOWN OUTSIDE OF THE
WARMER.

MAINTENANCE

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT

To replace the bulb, remove the element guard by removing screws, (NOTE: element guard

is extremely hot and should be allowed to cool) set the screws and guard aside. With

unit cool, remove the bad bulb and replace with a NSF standard bulb made for food holding

and display area, for replacement bulb contact a qualied Star service agent of call Star parts

department at 314-678-6303.

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