Vulcan-Hart K60EL, K40EL, K60ETL User Manual

ELECTRIC STATIONARY AND TILTING KETTLES

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K20EL 136073

INSTALLATION &

OPERATION MANUAL

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VULCAN-HART DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC

WWW.VULCANHART.COM

K40EL

3600 NORTH POINT BLVD.

BALTIMORE, MD 21222

FORM 35457 (10-09)

ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES

IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY

THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL.

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the INSTALLATION, OPERATION and MAINTENANCE instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.

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ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY ................................................................................................2

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF

K20EL/ELT, K40EL/ELT AND K60EL/ELT ELECTRIC KETTLES .........................................4

GENERAL ...................................................................................................................................4

MODEL CHART .........................................................................................................................4

DATA PLATE LOCATION .......................................................................................................... 4

INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................. 5

UNPACKING ............................................................................................................................... 5

INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS ...........................................................................5

LOCATION .................................................................................................................................. 5

Stationary Kettle ................................................................................................................... 5

Tilting Kettle .......................................................................................................................... 5

MINIMUM CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS and

RECOMMENDED FLOOR DRAIN LOCATIONS ..................................................................... 6

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .................................................................................................6

Electrical Connection ........................................................................................................... 6

Electrical Specifications ......................................................................................................6

OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................8

VENTING ..................................................................................................................................... 8

RESERVOIR JACKET WATER LEVEL CHECK .....................................................................8

DAILY OPERATION ................................................................................................................... 8

TILTING KETTLES .....................................................................................................................8

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS............................................................................................... 8

CLEANING ........................................................................................................................................ 9

2" & 3" COMPRESSION VALVE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................... 9

PLUG VALVE CLEAINING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................... 10

STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING ...................................................11

MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................. 13

VENTING .................................................................................................................................. 13

FILLING THE RESERVOIR JACKET ..................................................................................... 13

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................. 14

SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION ...................................................................................... 15

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ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

OF K20EL/ELT, K40EL/ELT AND K60EL/ELT

ELECTRIC KETTLES

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE USE

GENERAL

Vulcan Steam Jacketed Kettles are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided.

MODEL CHART

Model Gallons Quarts Liters

K20EL, K20ELT 20 80 76

K40EL, K40ELT 40 160 152

K60EL, K60ELT 60 240 227

DATA PLATE LOCATION

The data plate stating the model number, serial number and the electrical characteristics is located on the back of Control Panel. The National Board Data Plate is located on the lower skirt.

Fig. 1 Typical Stationary Kettle

Fig. 2 Data Plate Location

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INSTALLATION

ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES

UNPACKING

This kettle was inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment.

Immediately after unpacking, check for possible shipping damage. If kettle damage is found, save the packaging material and contract the carrier within 15 days of delivery.

INSTALLATION CODES

AND STANDARDS

In the United States, Vulcan kettles must be installed in accordance with:

1. State and local codes

2. NFPA Standard NFPA-96, Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, latest edition, available from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269

LOCATION

Stationary Kettle

Position the kettle in its final location. Check that there are sufficient clearances for operating and servicing the kettle, and proper clearance of the cover when raised. The kettle draw-off valve should be located near a floor drain.

Tilting Kettle

Position the kettle in its final installed location to provide drainage directly below pour path, with sufficient rear clearance from the wall to allow the kettle to tilt completely without obstruction.

3. National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA No.70, latest edition) available from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269

In Canada, Vulcan kettles must be installed in accordance with:

1. Local codes

2. Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.2 No.3, latest edition) available from the Canadian Standards Association, 5060 Spectrum Way, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 5N6

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