Vulcan VDC10 Service Manual

INSTALLATION, OPERATING,

SERVICE AND PARTS MANUAL FOR

DIRECT STEAM TWO-LEG

COUNTER MOUNTED TILTING

2/3 JACKETED KETTLES

SERIES: VDC

FORM 30006 (2-90)

Vulcan service agencies are located throughout the

United States. For location and phone number of one

near you, call your local Vulcan dealer.

VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. [phone]

IMPORTANT

OPERATING, INSTALLING AND SERVICE PERSONNEL

The operating information on this equipment has been prepared for use by qualified and/or authorized operating
personnel.

All installation and service on this equipment is to be performed by qualified, certified, licensed and/ or
authorized installation or service personnel, with the exception of any part marked with a  in front of the part
number.
To obtain the name and location of an authorized Vulcan service agency, contact your Food Service Equipment
dealer or Vulcan-Hart Company at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of this manual.

DEFINITIONS

QUALIFIED AND/OR AUTHORIZED OPERATING PERSONNEL

Qualified or authorized operating personnel are those who have carefully read the information in this
manual and are familiar with the equipment's functions or have had previous experience with the
operation of the equipment covered in this manual.

1. For the installation of gas piping from the outlet side of the gas meter, or the service regulator
when the meter is not provided, and the connection and installation of the gas appliance, qualified
installation personnel must be experienced in such work, be familiar with all precautions required,
and have complied with all requirements of state or local authorities having jurisdiction. In the
absence of local codes, installation must comply with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 latest
edition.

2. For the installation of electrical wiring from the electric meter, main control box or service outlet to
the electric appliance, qualified installation personnel must be experienced in such work, be
familiar with all precautions required, and have complied with all requirements of state or local
authorities having jurisdiction. In the absence of local codes, installation must comply with the
National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No. 70 latest edition.

3. For the installation of steam piping from the source of supply to the service inlet of the appliance,
qualified installation personnel must be experienced in such work, be familiar with all precautions
required, and have complied with all requirements of state or local authorities having jurisdiction.

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

Qualified service personnel are those who are familiar with this equipment who have been endorsed
by our company. All authorized service personnel are required to be equipped with a complete set of
service and parts manuals and stock a minimum amount of parts for this equipment.

SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE

For your protection, please note that equipment in this shipment was carefully inspected and packed
by skilled personnel before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full responsi­bility for safe delivery upon acceptance of this shipment.

If shipment arrives damaged:

1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE - Be certain this is noted on freight bill or express receipt and

signed by person making delivery.

2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES IMMEDIATELY - Regardless of extent of damage.

3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE- If damage is unnoticed until merchandise is unpacked, notify

transportation company or carrier immediately, and file "concealed damage" claim with them.
This must be done within fifteen (15) days of the date the delivery is made to you. Be sure to
retain container for inspection.

We cannot assume responsibility for damage of loss incurred in transit. We will, however, be glad to
furnish you with necessary documents to support your claim.

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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INDEX

Your Vulcan Steam Jacketed Kettle is produced with
quality workmanship and material. Proper installation,

this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instruc-

tions provided. Keep this manual for future reference.
usage and maintenance will result in many years of
satisfactory performance.

A data plate with the unit model number, serial

number, and direct steam supply that the unit can use
The manufacturer suggests that you thoroughly read

is on the kettle.

DESCRIPTION PAGE

DEFINITIONS OF OPERATING, INSTALLATION and SERVICE PERSONNEL AND SHIPPING
DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURES (Inside Front Cover)

INDEX 3
DESCRIPTION 4

CAPACITIES 4
INSTALLATION 5

CLEANING 5

OPERATING 6
TROUBLESHOOTING 6

PARTS LIST: TILTING HANDLE 7

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