Vulcan Hart VGL60E Operator’s Manual

INSTALLATION &

OPERATION MANUAL

VGL SERIES GAS STEAM KETTLES

MODEL

VGL20
VGL40
VGL60
VGL20E
VGL40E
VGL60E

MODEL VGL40

VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. [phone]

FORM 30909 (1-95)

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.

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Installation, Operation, and Care of

VGL SERIES GAS STEAM KETTLES

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE

GENERAL

The VGL Series Gas Steam Kettles use efficient gas heat and thermostat controls to provide superior
cooking performance. The VGL Kettles are intended for commercial use only; not for household use.
If the VGL kettle's model designation ends in E, the unit is provided with electronic ignition instead of
a pilot light. The VGL kettles are stationary, self-contained, and come fully assembled from the factory.

CAPACITY and GAS RATINGS

Model VGL20,VGL20E VGL40,VGL40E VGL60,VGL60E

Capacity

BTU Rating

20 gallons 40 gallons 60 gallons

100,000 BTU/hr 100,000 BTU/hr 130,000 BTU/hr

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING

Uncrate carefully. Immediately after unpacking, check for possible shipping damage. If the steam
kettle is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of
delivery.

Before installing, verify that the gas (natural or propane), the elevation from sea level, and the electrical
supply agree with the specifications on the rating plate which is located on the lower right side. NOTE:
if this kettle is being installed above 2000 feet altitude, contact your Vulcan-authorized service office
to assure that the proper orifice size for your elevation has been installed.

LOCATION

The installation location must be kept free and clear of combustibles. Clearance from combustible
construction must be a minimum of 6 inches from the sides, 2 inches from the back (at the flue box),
and 6 inches from the floor (as provided by legs). Provide adequate clearances for cleaning,
maintenance, service and proper operation.

The installation of the appliance should not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

Sufficient air should be allowed to enter the room to compensate for the amount of air removed by any
ventilating system and for combustion of the gas burners. Do not permit fans to blow directly on the
appliance and avoid open windows at the sides or back. Avoid wall type fans which create air cross
currents within the room. Do not obstruct the air flow into and around the appliance. Do not obstruct
the flow of flue gases from the flue duct located on the rear of the appliance. It is recommended that
the flue gases be ventilated to the outside of the building through a suitable and properly installed
ventilation system.

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LEVELING THE APPLIANCE

To level the kettle, use a spirit level in all directions on the top of the kettle with the lid up.

Units with legs — adjust the bottom foot in each leg to overcome an uneven floor.

INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS

The steam kettle must be installed in the United States 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; and 3) National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70,
latest edition, and with NFPA Standard #96,

Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment

, latest edition,

available from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

VENTILATION HOOD

The steam kettle must be installed under a suitable ventilation hood.

PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

The pressure relief valve is located at the right rear of the unit. This area should be kept clear and
should not be in an area where operators will normally stand. The elbow on the relief valve should be

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turned toward the floor. A maximum 3 foot,

/4" diameter pipe may be used to extend to the floor, but

must not be piped directly to a drain — it must vent to the atmosphere.

PRESSURE GAUGE

Check the pressure gauge on the front panel before operating. If the pressure gauge does not indicate
20 to 30 inches of mercury column vacuum, contact your authorized Vulcan-authorized servicer to re­establish the vacuum.

WATER CONNECTION

Steam kettles equipped with an optional water fill valve should be connected to the water supply line

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(minimum

⁄4") at the 1⁄4" NPT internal threaded fitting on the valve. Units with dual (hot and cold)
valves must have the hot water line connected to the side with the hot water valve (red) and cold water
line to the cold water valve (blue). Plastic or rubber hose is not recommended as it may melt against
the hot kettle side.

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