VULCAN
OPERATING
MANUAL FOR
BROILER/GRIDDLE
MODEL 100L-77R
VULCAN-HART CORPORATION, 3600 NORTH POINT BOULEVARD, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21222
IMPORTANT
OPERATING, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE PERSONNEL
Operating information for 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 marked with a ? in front of the part
number.
Service may be obtained by contacting the Factory Service Department, Factory Representative or Local
Service Agency.
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.
QUALIFIED INSTALLATION PERSONNEL
Qualified installation personnel are individuals, a firm, corporation or company which either in person or
through a representative are engaged in, and are responsible for:
1. 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. Reference in the United States of America National Fuel Gas code ANSI Z223.1 (Latest Edition). In Canada-Canadian Standard CAN1-B149.1 NAT.
GAS (Latest Edition) or CAN1-B149.2 PROPANE (Latest Edition).
2. 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. Reference: In the United States of America-National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No. 70
(Latest Edition). In Canada-Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 CSA-C22.1 (Latest Edition).
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
Qualified service personnel are those who are familiar with Vulcan equipment who have been endorsed by
the Vulcan-Hart Corporation. All authorized service personnel are required to be equipped with a complete
set of service parts manuals and stock a minimum amount of parts for Vulcan 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 should
be done within (15) days of date of delivery is made to you. Be sure to retain container for inspection.
We cannot assume responsibility for damage or 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
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR ALL VULCAN APPLIANCES
1. These units are produced with the best possible workmanship and material Proper installation is vital if best performance and
appearance are to be achieved Installer must follow the installation instructions carefully.
2. Information on the construction and installation of ventilating hoods may be obtained from the “Standard for the installation of
equipment for the removal of smoke and grease laden vapors from commercial cooking equipment,” NFPA No. 96 (latest edition)
available from the National Fire Protection Association, Battery March Park, Quincy MA 02269.
3. For an appliance equipped with a flexible electric supply cord, the cord is equipped with a three prong (grounding) plug. This
grounding plug is for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong
receptacle. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug. If the appliance is not equipped with a grounding plug, and
electric supply is needed, ground the appliance by using the ground lug provided (refer to the wiring diagram).
(FOR GAS APPLIANCES ONLY)
4. Do not obstruct the air flow into and around the appliance. This air flow is necessary for proper combustion of gases and for
ventilation of the appliance. Provisions for ventilation of incoming air supply for the equipment in the room must be in accordance
with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (latest edition).
5. Do not obstruct the flow of flue gases from the flue duct (when so equipped) located on the rear (or sides) of the appliance. It is
recommended that the flue gases be ventilated to the outside of the building through a ventilation system installed by qualified
personnel.
6. For an appliance equipped with casters, (1) the installation shall be made with a connector that complies with the Standard for
Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.69 (latest edition), and Addenda, Z21.69a (latest edition), and a quickdisconnect device that complies with the Standard for Quick-Disconnect Devices for Use With Gas Fuel, ANSI Z21.41 (latest
edition), and Addenda, Z21.41a (latest edition) and Z21.41b (latest edition), and (2) adequate means must be provided to limit
the movement of the appliance without depending on the connector and the quick-disconnect device or its associated piping to
limit the appliance movement.
If disconnection of the restraint is necessary reconnect this restraint after the appliance has been returned to its originally
installed position.
7. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure
testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.45 k Pa).
8. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 k Pa).
CAUTIONS
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS
IN THE VICINITY OF THIS EQUIPMENT OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
1. KEEP THE APPLIANCE FREE AND CLEAR FROM ALL COMBUSTIBLE SUBSTANCES.
2. IN THE EVENT A GAS ODOR IS DETECTED, SHUT UNIT(S) DOWN AT THE MAIN
SHUTOFF VALVE AND CONTACT THE LOCAL GAS COMPANY OR GAS SUPPLIER FOR
SERVICE.
3. POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION, INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT
THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED. THIS INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM A
LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER.
VULCAN 100L-77 BROILER/GRIDDLE
DESCRIPTION
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SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE
OPERATING MANUAL INDEX
Your Vulcan broiler griddle is produced with the best possible
workmanship and material. Proper usage and maintenance will
result in many years of satisfactory performance.
The manufacturer suggests that you thoroughly read this entire
manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided.
DEFINITIONS OF PERSONNEL (Operating, Installation & Service) and
(Inside Front Cover)
CAUTIONS 1
INDEX 2
OPERATING & CARE 3
REVISION PAGE (Inside Back Cover)
A rating plate is located on the inside lower left hand wall of the
broiler cabinet. The rating plate states the model number, serial
number and type of gas the unit requires.
WARNING: back and sides of unit must be installed
6" from combustible construction material.
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OPERATING AND CARE
GRIDDLE TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT: Griddle
burner knobs regulate gas flow to griddle burners. Griddle
heat increases by turning the knob(s) counter-clockwise;
decreases by turning the knob(s) clockwise.
LIGHTING BROILER/GRIDDLE PILOT LIGHT
1. Turn the main gas supply on.
2. Turn the burner valve on and purge air from lines.
Turn the valve off.
3. Using a taper, light the pilot.
4. If the pilot fails to light, turn off the gas, wait 5 minutes
and repeat steps 1 through 3.
NIGHTLY SHUTDOWN
1. Turn the burner valve off, the pilot will remain
lit.
SEASONAL SHUTDOWN
1. Turn the burner valve off, the pilot will
remain lit.
2. Extinguish the pilot light.
3. Turn the main gas supply off.
BROILER OPERATION: To preheat the broiler section,
turn the three manual gas valves to high. After
preheating, turn the valves down to the desired heat
setting. Position the removable grid into one of the two
slide positions, depending on the product.
CARE AND CLEANING: Black enamel Permafinish
finished surface parts may be cleaned by a cloth with
detergent solution. An occasional application of silicone
base auto polish will help to maintain a "like new"
appearance.
Stainless steel surface parts may be cleaned with a
damp cloth. Stubborn soils may be removed with
detergent.
CAUTION: Scouring powder should not be used on
Permafinish or stainless steel finish except with great
care. Scouring powder is extremely difficult to remove
completely. It can build up accumulations that will
damage the oven or remove corrosion resistant finishes.
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MANUAL PART NO.:
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REV. BLOCK
FOR MODEL: 100L-77R
DESCRIPTION: BROILER/GRIDDLE
OPERATING MANUAL
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