Vulcan-Hart VCG10H, VCG10F, VCG20H, ML-126836, ML-126837, ML-126838 User Manual
INSTALLATION&
OPERATIONMANUAL
GASCOMBI
CONVECTION&STEAMOVENS
MODEL
VCG10HML-126836
VCG10FML-126837
VCG20HML-126838
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Model VCG10H
VULCAN-HARTP.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696
DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLCTEL. (502) 778-2791
WWW.VULCANHART.COM
FORM 31188 Rev. A (Sept. 2004)
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.
WARNING: 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.
The Vulcan Combi Gas Convection & Steam Ovens are single compartment ovens that provide
convection heating, steaming or both. Ovens are sized to accommodate 10 or 20 shelves, Full or Half
depth. The bold numbers and letters explain the model number conventions. An atmospheric steam
generator is provided for humidification in the oven chamber. Programmable or analog controls are
preference options on all size and depth combinations.
The 10 level models can be installed on an optional stand or on a suitable countertop using the legs
provided. The 20 level oven can be equipped with legs or casters (optional). Accessory trolleys or
landing tables (depending on size of oven) can load or unload all racks in one easy motion. The hose
spray accessory can be installed near the oven to facilitate easy cleaning. Stacking kits are available
with either legs or casters to stack one 10 level oven on top of another: 10 Half over 10 Full, 10 Full
over 10 Full or 10 Half over 10 Half.
INSTALLATION
UNPACKING
Immediately after unpacking the oven, check for possible shipping damage. If the oven is found to be
damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.
Prior to installation, verify that the electrical service and type of gas (natural or propane) agree with the
specifications on the oven data plate.
LOCATION
Allow space for operating the oven. Do not obstruct the ventilation ports above the oven. Do not install
the oven next to a major heat source, such as a griddle or fryer. All models require a minimum clearance
of 8" on the right side of the oven and 6" at the rear. Model VCG10F requires an 8" clearance on the
left side.
LEGS, CASTERS or STAND
The 10 level gas ovens can be equipped with a leg- or caster-equipped stand. The 20 level gas ovens
can be equipped with legs or casters. Assemble legs or casters into the holes provided at the bottom
four corners of the oven as necessary. To assemble the oven onto the stand, insert four bolts from
underneath at the four corners and tighten until secure.
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DRIP TRAY
Verify that the drip tray is assembled to the bottom of the oven. If it is not, loosen screws under front
of oven base and assemble drip tray to bottom of oven. The 20 level ovens have a drip tray that has
three segments.
LEVELING
Caster equipped ovens must be placed on a level floor. For ovens with legs, use a spirit level or pan
of water in the bottom of the oven to make sure the oven is level, both front-to-back and side-to-side.
Adjust the leveling feet on the bottom of the legs by turning the feet in or out to level the oven. After
the drain is connected, check for level by pouring water onto the floor of the compartment. All water
should drain through the drain opening.
DOOR ADJUSTMENT
One door roller is located in the middle of the door on 10 level ovens; two rollers, one at the top and
the other at the bottom, are located on the door of the 20 level oven. The rollers can be adjusted by
loosening the screws above and below the roller. Adjust the roller to the best vertical position and
tighten the screws.
INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS
In the United States, install the oven in accordance with: 1) State and local codes; 2) National Fuel
Gas Code, ANSI-Z223.1, latest edition, available from American Gas Association, 1515 Wilson
Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22209; 3) National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, latest edition; and
4) NFPA Standard #96,
Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment
, latest edition, available from the
National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
In Canada, install the oven in accordance with: 1) Local codes; 2) CAN/CGA-B149.1, Installation for
Natural Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment, latest edition; 3) CAN/CGA-B149.2, Installation for
Propane Burning Appliances and Equipment, latest edition; and, 4) Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1,
CSA Standard C22.1, latest edition.
VENT HOOD
The Combi oven should be located under a suitable exhaust hood to vent steam, smoke, grease laden
vapors, etc. Information on the construction and installation of ventilating hoods may be obtained from
All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound must be resistant to the action of propane
gases. The machine connection is
3
/4" external thread. A manual valve (supplied) must be installed
in the gas supply line ahead of the appliance. Make sure piping is clean and free of obstructions, dirt
or pipe joint compound. Recommended gas supply pressures are 7" W.C. (Water Column) for natural
gas and 11" W.C. for propane. The gas line must be capable of delivering gas to the oven without
excessive pressure drop at the rate specified on the rating plate.
The oven is equipped with a factory preset pressure regulator. Natural gas pressure regulators are
preset for 3.5" W.C. for both ovens and steam generators. Propane gas pressure regulators for 10 level
ovens are preset for 10" W.C. for both the oven and steam generator. Propane gas pressure regulators
for 20 level half depth ovens are preset for 8" W.C. for the oven burner and 10" W.C. for the steam
generator. Gas pressure must be checked for correct operating pressure at start-up.
Caster equipped ovens must be installed with a connector that complies with the
Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances
latest edition] and a quick-disconnect device that complies with the
Devices for Use with Gas Fuel
, ANSI-Z21.41 (latest edition) [in Canada, CAN 1-6.9, latest edition]. A
gas line strain relief must be provided to limit the movement of the oven without depending on the
connector and the quick-disconnect device or its associated piping to limit oven movement. Attach the
strain relief to the rear of the oven at the location provided. If it is necessary to disconnect the restraint
during service or maintenance, first turn off the gas supply. Reconnect the restraint before returning
the oven to its original installed location and turning the gas supply on.
WARNING: PRIOR TO LIGHTING, CHECK ALL JOINTS IN THE GAS SUPPLY LINE FOR LEAKS.
USE SOAP AND WATER SOLUTION. DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME.
The convection burner and the steam generator burner are ignited automatically by electric igniters;
there are no pilot lights. See Start-Up Procedure, page 9.
Keep the appliance area free and clear from all combustible substances. Do not obstruct the flow of
combustion and ventilation air. Make sure there is an adequate supply of air in the room to allow for
combustion at the burners and exhaust by the vent hood system.
Testing the Gas Supply Piping System
1
When test pressures exceed
/2 psig (3.45 kPa), the oven and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system.
1
When test pressures are
/2 psig (3.45 kPa) or less, the oven must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual shutoff valve.
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PLUMBING CONNECTIONS
WARNING: PLUMBING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE SANITARY, SAFETY
AND PLUMBING CODES.
WATER REQUIREMENTS
Water Requirements
Proper water quality can improve the taste of the
food prepared in the steamer, reduce liming in the
steam generator and extend equipment life. Local
water conditions vary from one location to another.
Ask your municipal water supplier for details about
your local water supply prior to installation.
Supply Pressure20 — 60 psig
Hardness*less than 3 grains
Silicaless than 13 ppm
Total Chlorineless than 4.0 ppm
pH range7 — 8
Undissolved Solidsless than 5 microns
*17.1 ppm = 1 grain of hardness
Presence of sediment, silica, excess chlorides or other dissolved solids may lead to a recommendation
for alternate form(s) of water treatment. Test the water with the test strip included with the combi oven.
Other factors affecting steam generation are iron content, amount of chloridation and dissolved gases.
A local water treatment specialist should be consulted before installation of steam generating
equipment.
Water Supply Connections (Fig. 2)
A water filter system is recommended for the water supply line going to the treated water inlet of your
oven. Follow the recommendations for use and installation instructions shipped with the water filter.
If a water filter is not installed, the oven warranty may be limited.
Connect treated potable water ( must be cold) to the inlet labeled for treated water to supply the steam
generator tank. Untreated water contains scale producing minerals which, if supplied to the steam
generator, can precipitate onto the surfaces in the steam generator tank. Due to the temperatures in
the tank, the minerals can bake onto the surfaces and components. This can result in early component
failure and reduced product life. Sensors in the steam generator tank use ions in the water to detect
the water level. Do not use distilled (fully demineralized or de-ionized) water as this could provide a
false reading to the sensors. Strainers and filters will NOT remove minerals from the water.
Connect untreated potable water (must be cold) to the inlet labeled for
untreated water to supply the condenser which cools the drain water.
Both external-threaded nylon inlets
3
/4" hose bibb (3/4" NSHT, National
Straight Hose Thread) are located at the rear of the oven. The nylon threads
should be treated carefully so the connections do not leak. A manual shutoff
valve should be provided, convenient to the oven, for each water supply line;
both of these valves should be open when the oven is in operation. Water
Water Supply Inlets . . .
at Bottom Rear Corner of Oven
. . . Model VCG10H Shown.
TREATED WATER
UNTREATED WATER
GAS SUPPLY
pressure for both incoming water lines should be between 20 and 60 psig.
Refer also to CLEAN CYCLE DELIMING PROCEDURE, page 38.
Drain Connection
ELECTRIC SUPPLY CORD
Fig. 2
CAUTION: In order to avoid any back pressure in the oven, do not connect solidly to any drain
connection.
The drain connection, 1
1
/2" NPT threaded fitting, is located underneath the oven at the rear. The drain
line must be plumbed to an open gap-type drain. Drain piping must have suitable pitch, have
appropriate support along its length and have no connection to other piping. The material used in the
drain line should be heat resistant to at least 212°F. The open drain should be located between 3 and
5 feet away from the perimeter of the oven to reduce potential damage from moisture-corrosion. The
drain line from the oven must not be combined with any drain line from another device.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION — Cord Connected Ovens
WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE
APPLICABLE PORTIONS OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL
ELECTRICAL CODES.
WARNING: THE SUPPLY CORD ON THIS OVEN IS PROVIDED WITH A GROUNDING PLUG.
THE OUTLET TO WHICH THIS PLUG IS CONNECTED MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF
THE RECEPTACLE IS NOT THE PROPER GROUNDING TYPE, CONTACT AN ELECTRICIAN.
The wiring diagram is located on the inside surface of the right side panel as you face the oven.
START-UP PROCEDURE
The Gas Combi Ovens are equipped with a gas burner for convection heating and a gas steam
generator for atmospheric steaming; two independent flues exhaust the burnt gases. Become familiar
with the entire manual before continuing with this Start-Up Procedure. Remove the tray rack, grease
filter and fan baffle from the oven cavity. Turn gas and water on.
• Select Combi Mode and adjust the steam time to 50% by pressing
Press the ON button.
four times (four
indicator lights are lit).
• Leave oven temp setting at 302°F and the timer display blank, [-]h [--]min.
• Close the oven door and press the Start Button. The oven convection fan rotates counterclockwise.
The oven flue vent should be open.
• After a delay of 50 seconds while the oven adjusts for Combi Mode, the sparker on the left side of
the burner should ignite the Convection Burner. Observe blue flame. On some units, the Convection
Burner ignites for an instant, goes off and then comes back on (while the flame sensor is tested).
On other units without the double ignition sequence, the Convection Burner may ignite and stay on.
After an additional 70 seconds, the steam generator flame should ignite. Observe blue flame
through window below controls.
If the Convection Burner does not ignite, the NO Convection Burner indicator light,
• Wait 30 seconds until the
• Reset the Convection Burner by pressing the Reset Button above the
light starts to flash and the buzzer sounds.
indicator light.
, will be lit.
• This procedure may need to be repeated several times until all of the air in the pipeline is replaced
by gas. The longer the pipe, the longer it will take to remove the air from the pipe.
If the Steam Generator Burner does not ignite, the NO Steam Burner indicator light,
• Wait 10 seconds until the
light starts to flash and the buzzer sounds.
• Reset the Steam Generator Burner by pressing the Reset Button above the
, will be lit.
indicator light.
• This procedure may need to be repeated several times until all of the air in the pipeline is replaced
by gas.
If a make-up air system is part of the vent hood, make sure there is no down-draft pushing hot
combustion gases from the flues back into the oven.
Press OFF and observe that the pump drains the steam generator for about one minute. The door will
open. After the oven is cool, reinstall fan baffle, grease filter and tray rack.
CONFIGURE CONTROLS
Depending on which control is furnished, perform CONFIGURATION MODE — PROGRAMMABLE
CONTROL on pages 34 – 35 or CONFIGURATION MODE — MANUAL CONTROL on pages 36 – 37.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Before using the oven for the first time, it must be "burned in" to release any odors that might result from
heating the new surfaces in the oven. Operate the oven at 480°F for 45 minutes in Convection H
OT
AIR Mode.
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OPERATION
WARNING: THE OVEN AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING
OR SERVICING THE OVEN. THE COOKING COMPARTMENT CONTAINS LIVE STEAM. STAY
CLEAR WHEN OPENING DOOR.
DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING
The oven door is equipped with an electrically powered lock. The oven is delivered with the door
latched and slightly open (Fig. 3) and can be opened by firmly pulling the door handle (Fig. 5). Push
the door until it connects with the latch but remains slightly open (Fig. 3). This is the position the door
should be in when the oven is not in use. The door should also be in this position after cooking to allow
steam to escape before fully opening the door. Push the handle until it is in line with the oven door.
If power has been connected, the door will now lock automatically, sealing the oven chamber (Fig. 4).
To release the door, rotate (pull) the handle 90 degrees. The door automatically releases to the
"latched and slightly open" position. Allow a few seconds for steam to escape before pulling the door
open (Fig. 5).
NOTE: On Programmable Controls if the ON button is pushed after the oven is turned on, the door will
be latched but slightly open (Fig. 3) for three seconds; the handle can be released by rotating
90 degrees as shown in Fig. 5. If the handle is not released within the three second interval, the door
will automatically re-close. A separate Door Open button will perform the same function with Manual
Standard or Deluxe Controls. On stacked ovens, the lower oven's handle does not rotate. To open,
press the ON button. When the door opens (Fig. 3), pull the metal handle located on the top of the door
to fully open the oven door.
→
Fig. 3Fig. 4Fig. 5
NOTE: In the event of a power failure, the door may be opened by pulling the handle firmly towards
you while firmly pressing against the front of the oven with the other hand (avoid hot air contact).
GREASE FILTER
The grease filter in the rear of the oven chamber should be in place when roasting meat items but may
be removed before baking items that do not produce grease-laden vapors. For information on how to
remove the grease filter, refer to Cleaning (page 32).
BUZZER
When either the Cooking Time has elapsed or the final internal Probe Temperature has been reached,
the buzzer will sound until
served. The Buzzer can be adjusted two ways: Buzzer loudness can be adjusted by your service
technician. Buzzer frequency can be set in Configuration Mode for the type of control furnished with
your oven (refer to either page 34 or 36).
is pressed. If done, the product should be removed, portioned and
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LOADING THE OVEN
Open the door. Place the product to be cooked in
suitable containers and slide into the racks or place
the containers securely on shelves in the oven.
When loading a 10 level oven with the landing table
(Fig. 6), the bottom frame of the rack should be
secured by the rotary lock. Move the loaded landing
table to the front of the open oven; secure the
landing table to the oven by actuating the locking
clamp (or use your body to hold the landing table
against the oven). Rotate the lock-knob to release
the pan rack and carefully roll the loaded pan rack
into the oven while making sure that the landing
table does not separate from the oven during the
transfer.
NOTE: When the landing table is not in use on the
10 level oven, make sure the rack retainer (delivered
with the oven) is fitted under the fan baffle to
prevent the pan rack from tilting when pans are
being removed.
Fig. 6
When loading a 20 level oven with the trolley (Fig. 7), make sure the handle is locked in the down
position so the rack is held securely to the trolley with its lifting hooks. Carefully move the loaded trolley
completely into the open oven. When the rear frame of the rack is positioned behind the edge of the
retainer, raise the handle to lower the rack-frame to the oven door.
UNLOADING THE OVEN
Allow the door to be slightly-opened for a few seconds to allow hot air and steam to escape. Stand
behind the door while opening.
When unloading a 10 level oven, move the landing
table so the clamp locks the landing table to the
front of the oven (or use your body to hold the
landing table against the oven). Remove the landing
table handles and clamp them to the bottom of the
hot oven pan rack. Carefully roll the hot pan rack
onto the landing table platform while making sure
that the landing table does not separate from the
oven during transfer. Rotate the knob to allow the
rack to move completely to the front of the landing
table; and rotate the knob back to lock the pan rack
in place.
When unloading a 20 level oven, move the trolley
(Fig. 7) into the oven until the "lift-hooks" are inserted
into both sides of the front frame of the rack in the
correct "lift" position. Lower the trolley handle until
it stops; the loaded rack is lifted from its retainer and
held securely to the trolley by the "lift-hooks". The
trolley may now be removed from the oven with the
loaded rack securely held in place.
Fig. 7
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PROGRAMMABLE CONTROLS
ON
DOOR
ON
HOT AIRSTEAM COMBI
OFF
ON OFFSee Door Opening and Closing, page 10.
COOKING MODE
• HOT AIR (Convection Baking)
• STEAM1
2
• COMBI (Convection & Steam)1
1 2
2
h min
TIME DOWN UP PROBE
TEMP DOWN UP
START STOP
COOKING TIME
1
PHASE 1 – 5
1
or PROBE TEMPERATURE
• SET Cooking Time
• DISPLAY Cooking Time, remaining
• SET Probe Temperature, final
• DISPLAY Probe Temperature, actual
OVEN TEMPERATURE or
1
• SET Oven Temperature, desired
• DISPLAY Oven Temperature, actual
• SET
and use with Probe Temperature
PROGRAM NUMBER
• SET Cooking Programs
• RECALL or CHANGE a Cooking Program
• ENTER [
] to save the Cooking Program
1
ENTER DOWN UP
H C P C
RESETRESET
RESET (Left Button: Air Intake or Convection Burner)
RESET (Right Button: Steam Generator or Fan)
TROUBLE INDICATOR LIGHTS
Air Intake, Heat, Steam, Fan (refer to page 39).
1
Upper indicator light shows the Mode selected.
2
Lower indicator light means the burner is ON.
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