Star Manufacturing 524SB, 536SB, 536SBA Operation Manual

CHEESE

MELTER

MODEL

524SB, 524SBA
536SB, 536SBA

Installation and

Operation

Instructions

2M-Z7369 Rev. C 7/10/06

536SBA

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SAFETY SYMBOL

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

Star reserves the right to change specifi 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 specifi 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
specifi cations. By using the information provided, the user assumes all risks in
connection with such use.

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

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.

Model No.

Serial No.

Voltage

Purchase Date

Authorized Service Agent

Reference the listing provided with the unit

or

for an updated listing go to:

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

The Star Service Help Desk

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

Telephone: [phone] Local [phone]

Fax: [phone] Local [phone]

E-mail [e-mail]

[e-mail]
[e-mail]

Website: www.star-mfg.com

Mailing Address: Star Manufacturing International Inc.

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

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SPECIFICATIONS

524SBA-208V, 524SBA-240V

Rating Connection: 3,120 Watts, 208 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 15 Amps
3,240 Watts, 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 13.5 Amps
NEMA 6-30 plug with 6-foot cord
Approximate Weight: Installed - 62 Lbs (28.15 kg), Shipping - 75 Lbs (34 kg)
Dimensions: Width: 30.0 in. (76.20 cm)
Height: 19.1 in. (48.51 cm)
Depth: 17.2 in. (43.56 cm)

536SBA-208V, 536SBA-240V

Rating Connection: 4,097 Watts, 208 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 19.7 Amps
4,104 Watts, 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz, 17.1 Amps
NEMA 6-30 plug with 6-foot cord
Approximate Weight: Installed - 87 Lbs (39.5 kg), Shipping - 99 Lbs (45.0 kg)
Dimensions: Width: 42.0 in. (106.7 cm)
Height: 19.1 in. (48.51 cm)
Depth: 17.2 in. (43.56 cm)

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GENERAL INFORMATION 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.

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.

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

Unpack the cheese melter and all components from the container. Thoroughly inspect the
cheese melter for damage. If damage is discovered, immediately initiate a claim with the carrier
that handled the shipment. Be sure to remove all the paper protection and packing material

prior to heating.

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION

The cheese melters are shipped with
adjustable feet detached. Install the
feet by placing the cheese melter on its

BACK OF UNIT

back and screw the feet into the threaded
holes on the bottom of the unit. Contact
the factory for alternate installation

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methods.

LEGS SCREWS INTO
WELD NUT ON BOTTOM
OF UNIT FOR COUNTER
MOUNTING

CAUTION

DO NOT INSTALL WITHOUT FEET PROVIDED.

WARNING

This appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection
against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three­prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.

WARNING

IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE, OR MAINTENANCE
CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY, OR DEATH. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT.

The cheese melter is equipped with a thermostat that interrupts power to the heating elements
if the temperature in the control compartment is excessive. Do not obstruct the ventilation
openings on the side panel. These provide cooling air for the controls. If airfl ow to the fan is
obstructed, the thermostat will need to be reset by pressing the reset button on the bottom of
the control compartment.

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