Vulcan-Hart VGCTS16, ML-152053 Installation & Operation Manuals
INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
GAS TILTING BRAISING PAN
MODEL VGCTS16
MODELS
VGCTS16 ML-152053
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VULCAN
DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC
WWW.VULCANEQUIPMENT.COM
Model VGCTS16
3600 NORTH POINT BLVD.
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
FORM 31041 Rev. A (May 2018)
IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY
THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS
EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS
OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL.
POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT
THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED. THIS INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE
LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER.
IMPORTANT
IN THE EVENT A GAS ODOR IS DETECTED, SHUT DOWN UNITS
AT MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE AND CONTACT THE LOCAL GAS
COMPANY OR GAS SUPPLIER FOR SERVICE.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE
VAPORS OR LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT,
ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE
PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH. READ THE
INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING THIS
EQUIPMENT.
IN THE EVENT OF A POWER FAILURE, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
OPERATE THIS DEVICE.
RETAIN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
©VULCAN, 2018
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL ..............................................................................................................................................................4
INSTALLATION .....................................................................................................................................................4
Unpacking ........................................................................................................................................................4
Location ...........................................................................................................................................................4
Installation Codes and Standards ....................................................................................................................5
Leveling ............................................................................................................................................................5
Gas connections ..............................................................................................................................................5
Testing the Gas Supply System .......................................................................................................................5
Ventilation ........................................................................................................................................................6
Electrical connections ......................................................................................................................................6
OPERATION .........................................................................................................................................................7
Controls (Fig. 1) ...............................................................................................................................................7
Before First Use ...............................................................................................................................................7
Lighting the Tilting Braising Pan .......................................................................................................................8
Using the Tilting Braising Pan ..........................................................................................................................8
CLEANING ............................................................................................................................................................9
After Each Use .................................................................................................................................................9
Once A Day ......................................................................................................................................................9
Stainless Steel .................................................................................................................................................9
STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING ............................................................................10
MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................................................12
Lubrication .....................................................................................................................................................12
Vent ................................................................................................................................................................12
Service and Parts Information ........................................................................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................................12
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF
GAS TILTING BRAISING PAN
MODEL VGCTS16
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
GENERAL
Your Vulcan Tilting Braising Pan is a versatile piece of equipment. It allows you to stew, simmer, pan fry,
braise, grill, or sauté, and all with a very uniform heat pattern. Capacity of Model VGCTS16 is 16 gallons
(4.2 liters). The braising pan includes a support stand with drain pan.
Your Vulcan tilting braising pan is produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation,
usage and maintenance will result in many years of satisfactory performance.
Vulcan suggests that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions
provided.
INSTALLATION
Before installing, verify that the gas and electrical service agree with the specications on the rating plate
located on the right side panel as you face the machine. If the supply and equipment requirements do not
agree, do not proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or Vulcan customer service immediately.
UNPACKING
This tilting braising pan was carefully inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company
assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of this shipment.
Immediately after unpacking, check for possible shipping damage. If the tilting braising pan is found to be
damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 5 working days of delivery.
LOCATION
The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances.
The braising pan is intended for use on non-combustible oors. When installed, minimum clearance from
combustible and non-combustible construction must be 3" (7.6 cm) at the sides and 6" (15.2 cm) at the rear.
The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation.
The braising pan must be installed so that the ow of combustion and ventilation air will not be obstructed.
Adequate clearance for air openings into the combustion chamber must be provided. Make sure there
is an adequate supply of air in the room suitable for the amount of combustion gas feeding the braising
pan burners.
Do not permit fans to blow directly at the braising pan. Wherever possible, avoid open windows next to
the braising pan. Avoid wall-type fans which create air crosscurrents within the room.
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INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS
Your Vulcan tilting braising pan must be installed in accordance with:
In the United States:
1. State and local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with:
2. National Fuel Gas Code ANSI-Z223.1 (latest edition), available from The American Gas Association,
Inc., 1515 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22209.
3. National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition), available from The National Fire Protection
Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 01169.
4. ANSI NFPA Standard #96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment (latest edition), available from
The National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 01169.
In Canada:
1. Local codes.
2. CAN/CGA-B149.1 National Fuel Gas Code (latest edition), available from The Canadian Gas
Association, 178 Rexdale Boulevard, Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3.
3. Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 CSA-C22.1 (latest edition), available from The Canadian Standards
Association, 178 Rexdale Boulevard, Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3.
LEVELING
Place a carpenter's level on top of the braising pan. Turn the adjustable feet to level the braising pan
side-to-side and front-to-back.
GAS CONNECTIONS
Location of the gas inlet is at the rear of the braising pan. Codes require that a gas shuto valve must be
installed in the gas line ahead of the braising pan.
Connect gas supply. Make sure the pipes are clean and free of obstructions.
The braising pan is equipped with xed burner orices which coincide with installation elevation.
Natural gas pressure regulators are preset for 7" (1.47 kPa) W.C. (Water Column).
Prior to lighting, check all joints in the gas supply line for leaks. Use soap and water
solution. Do not use an open ame.
After piping has been checked for leaks, all piping receiving gas should be fully purged to remove air.
TESTING THE GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM
When test pressures exceed
1
/2 psig (3.45 kPa), the braising pan and its individual shuto valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system.
1
When test pressures are
/2 psig (3.45 kPa) or less, the braising pan must be isolated from the gas supply
system by closing its individual manual shuto valve.
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VENTILATION
DO NOT obstruct the ow of ue gases from the ue located on the rear of the braising pan. It is
recommended that the ue gases be ventilated to the outside of the building through a ventilation system
installed by qualied personnel.
From the termination of the braising pan ue to the lters of the hood venting system, an 18" (46 cm)
minimum clearance must be maintained.
Information on the construction and installation of ventilating hoods may be obtained from the standard
for "Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment," NFPA No. 96 (latest edition), available from the National
Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Electrical and grounding connections must comply with the National Electrical
Code and/or other local codes.
Appliances equipped with a exible electric supply cord are provided with a three-
prong grounding plug. It is imperative that this plug be connected into a properly grounded three-
prong receptacle. If the receptacle is not the proper grounding type, contact an electrician. Do
not remove the grounding prong from this plug.
A 120/60/1 supply cord is supplied at the rear of the braising pan.
Do not connect the braising pan to electrical supply until after gas connections have been made.
An electrical diagram is located inside the braising pan control box.
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The tilting braising pan and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or
servicing the tilting braising pan.
CONTROLS (Fig. 1)
OPERATION
Fig. 1
Thermostat — Maintains set temperature by controlling power supply. Temperature
range is from O to 450°F (232°C).
Power Switch — Turns the braising pan on and o.
Temperature Light (Red) — When lit, indicates burners are providing heat to the braising pan. Light
cycles on and o as burner cycles on and o.
Ignition Light (Green) — When lit, indicates ignition has occurred. Light will go out when set
temperature is reached.
Tilting Handle — (Not shown.) Pull forward to tilt braising pan; push backward to return
braising pan to the down position.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Use a noncorrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner to clean the protective metal oils from all
surface parts and the interior of the tilting braising pan. Follow the cleaner manufacturer's directions.
Rinse thoroughly and drain the pan. Wipe dry with a soft, clean cloth.
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LIGHTING THE TILTING BRAISING PAN
1. Open main gas valve.
2. Ensure braising pan is in the DOWN position.
3. Turn Power Switch ON. Set thermostat dial to desired setting. This will turn on the electronic ignition.
The gas solenoid valve will open, supplying gas to the burner. The RED temperature light and the
GREEN ignition light will come on.
4. If ignition is not achieved, turn the thermostat to OFF and turn the Power Switch to OFF. Wait 5
minutes before repeating steps 2 and 3.
5. When the braising pan reaches set temperature, the RED temperature light and the GREEN ignition
light will go o and the burner will shut o. The burner will cycle on and o to maintain set temperature.
Shutdown
Turn thermostat to OFF. Turn Power Switch to OFF. For extended shutdown, turn thermostat, Power
Switch, and main gas valve OFF.
USING THE TILTING BRAISING PAN
When the braising pan is tilted, power supply to the burner is interrupted. The braising pan can only be
operated in the down position.
To prevent discoloration of stainless steel cooking surface, do not turn the heat on unless the braising pan
is covered with a uid, a thin layer of cooking oil, or food to be cooked.
1. Grasp the tilting handle and tilt the braising pan down as far as it will go and then back to ensure
that it moves easily.
2. Turn the Power Switch ON.
3. Set the Thermostat dial to HIGH (450°F / 232°C).
4. Preheat braising pan and allow it to cycle in order to equalize heat across the entire pan surface.
5. Set the Thermostat dial to the desired cooking temperature.
Approx. Temperature
Function (°F) (°C)
Simmering 200 93
Sautéing 225-275 107-135
Searing 300-350 149-177
Pan Frying 325-375 163-190
Grilling 350-425 177-218
6. At the end of cooking, turn the Thermostat to OFF and turn the Power Switch to OFF.
7. The braising pan is provided with a stationary support for holding the drain pan. When unloading
prepared foods, pull the drain pan out about 17" (432 mm) and place a food receiving pan in it. Tilt
the braising pan to remove product. The drain pan is removable for cleaning.
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