Turbo Air RST-2P Installation Manual

OWNER & OPERATOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model No.

RST-2P
RST-3P
RST-4P
RST-5P

STEAM TABLES

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German Knife Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INSTALLATION

MAINTENANCE

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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German Knife, Inc.

4184 E. Conant St., Long Beach, CA 90808

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

www.turboairinc.com

SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE

The equipment is inspected & crated carefully by skilled personnel before leaving 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 DAMAGES: If damages are noticed after unpacking, notify Transportation Company
immediately and file “Concealed Damage” claim with them. This should be done within fifteen (15) days from date
delivery is made to you. Return container for inspection.

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INSTALLATION

UNPACKING:

1. Remove appliance from container.

2. Remove all protective packaging material.

3. Retain container and packaging material until the appliance is operated and found
in good condition.

4. Check appliance for any shipping damage. If appliance shows any external or internal
damages, promptly inform dealer/distributor where you bought your appliance.

NOTE: Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. Qualified service person;

who have read these instructions and is familiar with the operation and functions of the equipment.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

Accidents are always tragic especially because so many of them could have been prevented with
little care and judgment. There are some basic good practices; we hope you will follow for safe
use of the equipment.

CAUTION

To protect from possible severe electrical shock, this appliance is designed to be
connected to a properly grounded electrical circuit.

For a cord connected appliance: In order to provide proper grounding,
it is essential that the grounding prong of the plug be inserted into a properly
grounded receptacle. If you do not know whether a receptacle is properly grounded,
consult a licensed electrician.

NEVER insert the plug into a receptacle if the cord is frayed or damaged or if the
plug has been altered or damaged.

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INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION:

1. Operating temperatures permit safe installation of this steam table with in 1” of a combustible
wall or partition.

2. Make sure that the operating location is in an area where the ambient temperature is held
constant (minimum 70°F). Please avoid areas such as near exhaust fans and
air conditioning ducts.

3. Place unit on a stable, level floor. The unit must be leveled, both front and back and left to right,
in order to maintain an equal water depth throughout the wells.

4. The voltage and wattage ratings of this steam table are given on the device name plate.
Connect the steam table to a circuit having a voltage and type of similar current to that
on the rating plate.

5. Before plugging unit into wall outlet or permanently electric connecting, the unit should be
adjusted to the desired height and aligned with other equipment. For supply connections use
No.12 AWG or larger wires suitable for at least 194°F. Use copper wire for power supply
or suitable copper to aluminum wire connector.

6. The body of the appliance should be grounded by connecting the ground stud provided
in the junction box to a good electrical ground, such as a water pipe, a steam pipe,
or a grounded supply conduit.

7. The steam table is not fused so it must be connected to a fused circuit equipped with suitable
disconnect means, as required by local code authorities.

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MAINTENANCE

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GENERAL INFORMATION:

1. Always clean equipment thoroughly before first use.

2. Check rating label for your model designation and electrical rating.

GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. All food equipment’s should be operated by trained personnel.

2. Do not touch or have any customers or employee come in contact with any surface labeled
“CAUTION HOT.”

3. Do not pour cold water into dry heated units.

4. Do not cook, or hold food directly in wells. Always use steam table pans or inserts.

5. Food should never be held below 150°F.

Preheat

With opening covered, set dial on highest position for 45 minutes to preheat unit.
Place precooked food (minimum 160°F) in food pans, place in openings, and cover
food pans with lids.

Water

ir being easier and quicker to heat rather than water, makes the waterless steam table
faster and more economical to operate than a table using water. Foods can be kept moist by
keeping them at the correct temperature. Foods dry out only when excessive temperatures
are reached, so when foods tend to dry out, REDUCE HEAT.

Switch Setting

The most satisfactory switch settings must be determined by experience based on the nature
of the foodservice and the type of operation as well as individual preference of the restaurant
operator. The proper switch setting necessary to keep foods at the desired temperature will
vary dependent upon the frequency of turnover, size of food containers, amount of food in each
container, room temperature, location of steam table with respect to range or other heated
equipment, air outlets, fans.

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MAINTENANCE

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Never clean any electrical unit by immersing it in water. Turn unit off before surface cleaning.

2. Always clean equipment thoroughly before first use. Clean unit daily. Use warm, soapy water.

Mild cleansers and plastic scouring pads may be used to remove baked-on food and water
scale. Turn off electrical units before cleaning or servicing.

Daily Cleaning:

1. Turn the control knob to the OFF position and allow unit to cool before cleaning.

2. Drain or remove water from the well.

CAUTION: DO NOT ALLOW WATER TO SPLASH OR

RUN ON TO THE CONTROLS OR WIRING.

3. Use a soft cloth or sponge with a mild detergent to clean the entire warmer assembly.

Rinse completely with warm water and then dry.

4. A plastic scouring pad and a mild detergent may be used to remove hardened food.

NOTICE: DO NOT USE STEEL WOOL.

Weekly Cleaning:

1. Scale deposits due to the mineral content of the water may be removed using a plastic

scouring pad and a de-scaling agent approved for use on stainless steel. It is important to
keep these deposits from building up as they may cause corrosion of the stainless steel as well.

2. After de-scaling, the well assembly should be rinsed thoroughly with a solution of vinegar and

water to neutralize all cleaner residues.

3. Wipe the well assembly dry and leave uncovered.

ARNING

Do not use any highly caustic cleaners, acids or ammonia, these may cause corrosion and/or
damage to the stainless steel well. Do not allow water stand in the well for long periods of time.
Water must be removed from the well and well cleaned after each use.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

WARRANTY CLAIM:

German Knife / Radiance warrants that the equipment, as supplied from the factory to the end-user, is free from
defects in materials and workmanship. Should any part be found defective resulting from normal use within the defined
warranty period, German Knife / Radiance will gladly dispatch an authorized service agency to repair and/or replace
necessary parts under the following conditions.

Repairs under this warranty are to be performed by a German Knife / Radiance authorized service agency only.
German Knife / Radiance will not be responsible for service parts and labor charges performed by non-authorized
service companies. All claims should include the model number, serial number, proof of purchase, date of installation,
and all pertinent information supporting the alleged defect.

PRODUCTS UNDER WARRANTY:

One Year Warranty:

 Radiance Medium Duty Microwaves- ER/MR series (TMW-1100ER, TMW-1100MR)

 Radiance Ranges & Countertop cooking series
(All TAR-, TARG-, TAHP-, TARB-, TAMG-, TATG-, TASP-, TAWR-)

 Radiance Cheesemelters, Salamanders, Steam Tables, Hand Wrappers, and Food Warmers
(All TACM-, TASM-, RST-, RHW-, RFW-)

 German Knife Light Duty Slicer- LD series (GS-10LD, GS-12LD)

Two Year Warranty:

 German Knife Heavy Duty Meat Slicer- Automatic & Manual (GS-12A, GS-12M, GS-13A, GS-13M)

 German Knife Meat Grinder (All GG-)

 German Knife Band Saw (All GBS-)

Three Year Warranty:

 Radiance Heavy Duty Microwaves- HD Series (TMW-1200HD, TMW-1800HD)

Any part covered under this warranty that is found by German Knife / Radiance to have been defective within the
above time period is limited to the repair or replacement, including labor charges, of defective parts or assemblies.
The labor charges shall include standard straight time labor charges only and reasonable travel time as determined
by German Knife / Radiance.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY:

German Knife / Radiance’s sole obligation under this warranty is limited to either repair or replacement of parts,
subject to the additional limitations below. This warranty neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume
obligations other than those expressly covered by this warranty.

 Equipment failure resulting from improper installation will not be honored under warranty. Examples are
wrong utility connection and improper utility supply problems.
 Equipment that has not been maintained accordingly. Examples are calibration of controls, adjustment to
pilots and burners, and damage from improper cleaning.
 Equipment that has not been used in an appropriate manner, alteration, neglect, abuse, misuse, accident,
damage during transit or installation, fire, food, acts of God.
 Warranty is not transferrable and only applies in favor of the original purchaser.
 Equipment failure resulting from electrical power failure, use of extension cords, low voltage, and voltage
drops to the unit.

These warranties are exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, including implied warranty and merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose. No consequential damages. German Knife / Radiance is not responsible for economic
loss, profit loss or special, indirect, or consequential damages. There are no warranties which extend beyond the
description on the face hereof.
Outside the U.S., this warranty does not apply to, and German Knife / Radiance is not responsible for, any warranty
claims made on products sold or used outside the continent of the United States.