Vulcan VDWS-30 Service Manual

INSTALLATION, OPERATING.

JACKETED KETTLES

SERVICE AND PARTS MANUAL

FOR DIRECT STEAM WALL

MOUNTED STATIONARY AND

WALL MOUNTED TILTING 2/3

SERIES: VDWS & VDWT

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 CORPORATION, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-

0696, TEL. [phone] TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE [phone]

FORM 30005 (2-90)

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 D 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 by calling 1 -800-626-2700.

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

DESCRIPTION

PAGE

Your Vulcan Steam Jacketed Wall Mounted Kettle is
produced with the best workmanship and material.
Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result
in many years of satisfactory performance.

The manufacturer suggests that you thoroughly read

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

INDEX 3
DESCRIPTION 4
CAPACITIES 4

INSTALLATION 4

OPERATING 5

this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instruc­tions provided. Save this manual for future reference.

A data plate with the unit model number and serial
number and direct steam supply pressure to be used
is on the unit.

CLEANING 6

SERVICE 6
MAINTNENANCE 5

AIR VENTING 6

EXTREMELY SLOW COOKING TIME 6
DRAW OFF VALVE LEAKS 6

PARTS: DRAW OFF VALVE (OPTIONAL) 7

PARTS: SPRING ASSISTED HINGED ASSEMBLY (STANDARD) 8

PARTS: TILTING MECHANISM 9-10

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