Star Manufacturing FGDLTBA Installation Manual

TACO BELL

TORTILLA WARMERS

MODEL

FGDLTBA

FGILTBA

FGTBA

Installation and

Operation

Instructions

2M-Z9767 Rev. C 5/9/07

FGDLTB

(FGTBA)

(FGDLTBA)

(FGILTBA)

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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 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.

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 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] Local [phone]
Fax: [phone] Local [phone]

E-mail [e-mail]

[e-mail]
[e-mail]

Website: www.star-mfg.com

The Star Service Help Desk

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]

Mailing Address: Star Manufacturing International Inc.

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

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SPECIFICATIONS

FGILTBA

Type: InLine Tortilla Warmer

1650 watts, 208V, 7.9 amps
1650 watts, 240V, 6.9 amps
Dimensions: 25” - Width, 20.75” - Depth, 2.75” - Height
(48.9 cm - Width, 52.7 cm - Depth, 7 cm - Height)
Platen Area: 23.5” Width x 20” Depth (59.7 cm - Width x 50.8 cm - Depth)

FGDLTBA

Type: DualLine Tortilla Warmer

3300 watts, 208V, 15.19 amps
3300 watts, 240V, 13.75 amps
Dimensions: 40” - Width, 25” - Depth, 2.75” - Height
(101.6 cm - Width, 63.5 cm - Depth, 7 cm - Height)
Platen Area: 40” Width x 25” Depth (101.6 cm - Width x 63.5 cm - Depth)

FGTBA

Type: Counter Top Tortilla Warmer

1650 watts, 208V, 7.9 amps
1650 watts, 240V, 6.9 amps
Dimensions: 25” - Width, 20.75” - Depth, 6.5” - Height
(63.5 cm - Width, 52.7 cm - Depth, 16.5 cm - Height)
Platen Area: 23.5” Width x 20” Depth (59.7 cm - Width x 50.8 cm - Depth)

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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
Before using your new equipment, read and understand all the instructions 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.

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INSTALLATION

The warmers are equipped for the voltage indicated on the nameplate mounted on the front panel.
They will operate on alternating current (AC) only.

DO NOT CONNECT TO DIRECT CURRENT (DC).

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

The installation of the tortilla warmer should conform to the:

NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE AND ALL LOCAL ELECTRIC CODES AND
ORDINANCES AND THE LOCAL ELECTRIC COMPANY RULES AND
REGULATIONS

DO

NOT INSTALL WARMER IN OR NEAR ANY COMBUSTIBLE LOCATION.

For your protection we recommend that a qualied electrician install this warmer and should

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

supply are essential for efcient performance. The external wiring should be in conduit or an
approved type of exible cable suitable for operation at the temperature indicated on the wiring

diagram, and of a proper size to carry the load. The supply circuit should be properly fused
and equipped with a means of disconnecting, as required by local electrical code.

Minimum clearances to stainless steel counter. (FGILTBA & FGDLTBA)
Sides: 3/4”
Bottom: 8”

CONNECTING POWER SUPPLY (FGILTBA & FGDLTBA)

There are pigtail leads for the supply connection located at the rear or side of the unit. All

connections must be made by a qualied electrician and should be familiar with electrical

installations and all electric codes.
This unit must be installed in conjunction with a double pole switch that disconnects both lines

to the warmer.

LOCATING AND LEVELING THE UNIT

Be certain when using the wall mounts they are properly installed.

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CAUTION

INITIAL START UP

Before using the unit for the rst time, wipe down the exterior and platen area with a damp

cloth. Heat for approximately 30 minutes. The warmer may emit a small amount of smoke
as the cooking 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. Brush off any debris from the warming surface.

SEASONING THE TORTILLA WARMER HEATING SURFACE

For current procedures on seasoning your warmer or re-seasoning your warmer, refer to your
corporate guidelines for proper methods. All heating surfaces must be properly seasoned prior
to its initial use.

Even with careful seasoning, food may, to some extent, stick to the warmer heating surface
until the platen is broken in.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

The temperature controls are preset at the factory for a 425°F average platen / heating
surface temperature. The thermostat cycle will cause the platen / heating surface
temperature to vary +/-30°F during normal use.

PLATEN AND SHEET METAL SURFACES ARE HOT DURING OPERATION AND
CAN CAUSE BURNS. CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN USING THIS EQUIPMENT.

WARMING OPERATION

Turn the unit on and allow to pre-heat for 30 minutes prior to using. After the pre-heating period,
the thermostat will automatically maintain the preset temperature.

WARMING SURFACE CARE

For specic instructions on the day to day care of the unit, refer to your corporate guidelines.

CLEANING

For specic instructions on cleaning the unit refer to your corporate guidelines.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Contact the factory or an autorized service representative for service or required
maintenance.

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