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: 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.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MAINTENANCE
CPG “C” SERIES OWNER’S MANUAL
Model: CPGMG-C – Manual Griddle, CPGTG-C – Thermostatic Griddle,
CPGRB-C – Radiant Broiler, CPGEB-C – Lava Rock Broiler,
CPGHP-C – Hot Plate, CPGSP-C – Stockpot,
CPGCM – Cheese Melter, CPGSB – Salamander
All equipments manufactured by Cooking Performance Group for use with the type of gas specified on
the rating plate and for installation will be in accordance with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1
(latest edition)
Instructions to be followed in the event the user smells gas must be posted in a prominent location in
the kitchen area. This information shall be obtained from the local gas supplier.
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCES.
This equipment is design engineered for commercial use only.
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SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE
The equipment is inspected & crated carefully by skilled personnel before leaving our factory. The
transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of this
equipment. If shipment arrives damaged:-
1. Visible loss or damage: Note on freight bill or express delivery and signed by person making
delivery.
2. File claim for damages immediately: Regardless of extent of damages.
3. Concealed loss or damage: If damage is noticed after unpacking, notify Transportation
Company immediately and file 'Concealed Damage' claim with the transportation carrier. This
should be done within fifteen (15) days from the date delivery and receipt of goods. Retain
container for inspection.
Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................................... 2
Operating Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 3
Maintenance Instructions ....................................................................................................................... 5
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................... 8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation of the equipment should be performed by qualified, certified, and authorized personnel
who are familiar and experienced with local installation codes.
Before Installation please read instructions completely and carefully.
Do not remove permanently affixed labels, warnings or plates from the product.
Please observe all local and national codes and ordnances
Installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANS1 Z223.1 (latest edition) In Canada, installation should conform to installation codes for
gas burning appliances and equipment standard CAN/CGA-B149.1 or the Propane installation
code, CAN/CGA-B149.2, as applicable.
Electrical wiring to the appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in
the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian
Electrical Code, CSA C22.2, as applicable.
A manual gas shut-off valve must be installed in the gas supply line ahead of the appliance and gas
pressure regulator for safety and ease in servicing.
The gas pressure regulator supplied must be installed on the appliance prior to connecting the
equipment to the gas line. Failure to install a regulator could be potentially hazardous and will void
the appliance warranty.
The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of ½ psi (3.45kpa).
The appliance must be Isolated from gas supply piping system, by closing its individual manual shut
off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or
less than ½ psi (3.45kpa)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COOKING
PERFORMA
NCE GROUP
Model
Operation of this equipment must be performed by qualified or authorized personnel who have read and
are familiar with the functions of the equipment.
MAINTENANCE
To perform maintenance and repairs of the appliance, please contact the factory, the factory
representative, or the nearest authorized local service company.
RATING PLATE
Information on this plate includes the model, serial number, BTU / hour input of the burners, operating
gas pressure in inches WC, and whether the appliance is orificed for natural or propane gas. When
communicating with factory about a unit or requesting for special parts or information, rating plate data
is essential for proper identification.
COOKING PERFORMANCE GROUP COOKING APPLIANCES MUST BE CONNECTED ONLY TO
THE
TYPE OF GAS IDENTIFIED ON THE RATING PLATE
CLEARANCES
The appliance area must be kept free and clear of all combustibles.
AIR SUPPLY AND VENTILATION
The area in front of, around and above the appliance must be kept clear to avoid any obstruction of the
flow of combustion and ventilation air.
Adequate clearance must be maintained around the appliance for easy servicing.
Provision should be made for any commercial, heavy duty cooking appliance exhaust combustion
waste products to the outside of the building. Usual practice is to place the appliance under an exhaust
hood, which should be constructed in accordance to the local codes.
Strong exhaust fans in this hood or in the overall air conditioning system can produce a slight vacuum in
the room and / or cause air drafts, either of which can interfere with the pilot or burner performance and
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