Vulcan Hart V SERIES HDR GAS RANGES Operation Manual

ONE POWERFUL PACKAGE

OPERATIONS MANUAL

V SERIES HDR

GAS RANGES

TOPS

Open Top

Hot Top

Griddle Top

Work Surface

- NOTICE -

This manual is prepared for use by trained service technicians and
should not be used by those not properly qualified. If you have
attended a service school for this product, you may still be qualified to
perform the procedures described in this manual. This manual is not
intended to be all encompassing. If you have not attended a service
school for this product, you should read, in its entirety, the repair
procedure you wish to perform to determine if you have the necessary
tools, instruments and skills required to perform the procedure.
Procedures for which you do not have the necessary tools,
instruments and skills should be performed by a trained service
technician.

BASES

Standard Oven

Convection Oven

Cabinet Base

For additional information on Vulcan- Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service

provider in your area, visit our website at www.VulcanHart.com.

VULCAN-HART

DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC

WWW.VULCANHART.COM

3600 NORTH POINT BLVD.

BALTIMORE, MD 21222

F-37403 (02-09)

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
ammable vapors or liquids in the

vacinity of this or any other appliance.

Impr oper in stal lati on, adjustment,

alteration or modication, service or

maintenance c an cau se pro per ty

dama ge, inj ury or deat h. R ead the

installation, operating and maintenance

instructions tho rou ghl y b efo re

installing or servicing this equipment.

IN THE EVENT OF A POWER FAILURE, DO NOT

ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS DEVICE.

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CONFIGURATION OF HEAVY DUTY RANGES

36” WIDE RANGES

V1FT36

V4B36

V4B36U

VGM36

VGMT36

V6B36

V6B36U

V236H

VWT36

36” WIDE CHARBROILER

V2BG18
V2BG8T

V2FT36

36” WIDE DOUBLE FRENCH TOP

12”, 18” & 24” WIDE EXPANDO RANGES

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24” WIDE CHARBROILER

Installation, Operation and Care Of

HEAVY DUTY SECTIONAL GAS RANGES

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

GENERAL

Heavy duty sectional ranges are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation,
usage and maintenance of your range 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.

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING

This range 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 the range is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and
contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.

Carefully unpack range(s) and place in the approximate installation position, whether as a battery or
single stand-alone range.

Remove parts (packed in a cardboard box) from oven cavity, or cabinet body, or on top of modular
range(s).

Remove wire or nut from rear of each burner before installing the range.

Before installing, check the electrical service (Convection Oven Models only) and type of gas supply
(natural or propane) to make sure they agree with the specications on the rating plate located on the
inside of the burner box lower panel. The rating plate will show the voltage, phase, cycle, full load
ampere, BTU, as well as the type of gas. If the supply and equipment requirements do not agree, do
not proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or manufacturer.

LOCATION

The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances.

The minimum installation clearances from combustible and noncombustible construction for ranges
using inputs of 30,000 BTU/Hr. per open top burner are:

Combustible Noncombustible

Sides 10” 0”
Rear 10” 0”

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The ranges are suitable for installation on combustible oors when 6" (152 mm) adjustable legs are
used. When legs are removed, use only on noncombustible oors, curb, or platform, with front
appliance projecting 3" (76 mm) beyond curb or platform.

Ranges with convection ovens should be installed on 6" (152 mm) legs or casters, allowing 6" (152 mm)
clearance from the rear of the range. If ranges with convection ovens are installed directly on curbs,
without legs, or in back-to-back installations, provisions must be made for adequate air circulation, and
these provisions must be approved by the manufacturer's Service Department. Contact the Service
Department at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of this manual.

All modular ranges are to be installed only on non-combustible oors.

The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation. A
minimum front clearance of 35" (889 mm) is required.

The range(s) 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(s) must be provided. Make sure
there is an adequate supply of air in the room to allow for combustion of the gas at the burners.

INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS

Your range(s) must be installed in accordance with:

In the United States:

1. State and local codes.

2. National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI/Z223.1/NFPA #54 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained
from The American Gas Association, Accredited Standards Committee Z223 @ 400 N.
Capital St. NW, Washington, DC 2001 or the Secretary Standards Council, NFPA,
1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471.
NOTE: In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, All gas appliances vented through a
ventilation hood or exhaust system equipped with a damper or with a power means of
exhaust shall comply with 248 CMR.

3. Vapor Removal From Cooking Equipment, NFPA #96 (latest edition). Copies may be
obtained from The National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy MA
02169-7471.

4. National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from
The National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471.

In Canada:

1. Local codes.

2. CSA B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.

3. CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code (latest edition).

The above are available from The Canadian Standard Association, 5060 Spectrum Way, Suite 100,
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 5N6.

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RANGES MOUNTED ON CASTERS

Ranges mounted on casters must use a exible connector
(not supplied by manufacturer) that complies with the
Standard for Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances,
ANSI Z21.69 • CSA 6.16 and a quick-disconnect device
that complies with the Standard for Quick-Disconnect
Devices for Use With Gas Fuel, ANSI-Z21.41 • CSA 6.9. In

CONNECT GAS LINE
STRAIN

RELIEF HERE

addition, ad equate means m ust be provide d to limi t
movement of the appliance without depending on the
connector and the quick-disconnect device or its associated
piping to limit appliance movement. Attach the restraining
device at the rear of the range as shown in Fig. 1.

PL-5121 9

If disconnection of the restraint is necessary, turn o the gas
supply before disconnection. Reconnect this restraint prior to

Fig. 1

turning the gas supply on and returning the range to its
installation position.

Separate instructions for installing casters to the range are included with the casters.

Note: If the range is installed on casters and is moved for any reason, it is recommended that the range
be releveled front to back and side to side.

LEVELING

Curb Installation

Ranges must overhang curb 3" (76 mm) in front.

Convection Oven

Remove lower front kick plate. Remove two screws holding electric gas valve and move valve o to
the side. Pull oven burner out of compartment through opening. Adjust four corner bolts to level range.
Replace burner valve and kick plate.

Floor Installation on Legs

The 6" (152 mm) adjustable legs must be tightened securely. Level each range by turning the foot
portion of the adjustable legs.

Lining up Range Battery

In batteries of ranges, it is recommended that the center range be installed and leveled rst. Level each
range, one at a time, to line up high shelf and roll front with adjacent range. Bolt the high shelves and
roll fronts together.

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CONNECTION OF MANIFOLDS IN BATTERY

Two or more ranges can be coupled together at the manifold by removing the front control panel to
make necessary connections. Be sure to cap open ends. To connect:

1. In a large battery of eight or more ranges, gas should be fed from both ends of the battery.
“T” gas connections can be installed whenever necessary for increased gas supply.
For further details, consult your gas company.

2. Align the front edge of the ranges and adjust the legs to bring the manifolds together

inline for connection. Clamps may be used to pull the ranges together.

3. Connect the unions between the gas manifolds.

4. Use the battery clip at the back of the range base to hold the units together.

5. Before replacing the manifold covers, check all gas connections for leaks. (See GAS

CONNECTIONS in this manual. )

If appliance has rear gas connection, carefully check for open gas lines.

The gas pressure regulator must have proper outlet pressure capacity for this battery application.

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GAS CONNECTIONS

All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound used must be resistant

to the action of propane gases.

This appliance must be connected with a gas supply line as large or larger ID (net inside diameter) than
the gas pipe inlet provided on the rear of the appliance. Connect gas supply to the range(s). Make sure
the pipes are clean and free of obstructions, dirt, and piping compound.

Codes require that a gas shuto valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the range(s).

An external gas pressure regulator must be installed on the unit at the time of installation. The
regulator must be listed by a nationally recognized testing agency. These appliances are rated at the
following pressure: Natural Gas - 5" W.C. (Water Column) (1.25 kPa); Propane Gas - 10" W.C.
(2.49 kPa).

Prior to lighting, check all joints in the gas supply line for leaks.
Use soap and water solution. Do not use an open ame.

A. Check all joints prior to the gas valve (solenoid) before lighting unit.
B. Check all joints beyond gas valve (solenoid) after unit is lit.

After piping has been checked for leaks, all piping receiving gas should be fully purged to remove air.

TESTING THE GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM

1

When test pressures exceed

/2 psig (3.45 kPa), the range 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 range must be isolated from the gas supply

system by closing its individual manual shuto valve.

FLUE CONNECTIONS

DO NOT obstruct the ow of ue gases from the ue duct located on the rear of the range. It is
recommended that the ue gases be ventilated to the outside of the building through a ventilation
system installed by qualied personnel.

A minimum of 18" (457 mm) must be maintained between the ventilation system and the cooking
surface.

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 02169-7471.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Electrical and grounding connections must comply with the applicable
portions of the national electrical code and/or other loc a l electrica l

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
properly into a properly grounded three-prong receptical. If the receptical is not the
proper grounding type, contact an electrician. Do not remove the grounding prong
from this plug.

Do not connect the range to electrical supply until after gas connections have been made.

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LIGHTING AND SHUTTING DOWN PILOTS

Open Top, Griddle Top, and Hot Top

1. Turn the main gas supply ON.

2. Turn all top burner valves to ON to purge gas line of air. (Length of time to purge air will vary.)

3. Turn top burner valve knobs to OFF.

4. Wait 30 seconds.

5. Using a taper, light the pilot(s).

6. If pilot fails to light, wait 5 minutes and repeat Steps 1 through 5.

Nightly Shutdown: Turn burner valve OFF; pilot will remain lit.

Complete Shutdown: Turn burner valve OFF; pilot will remain lit. Turn main gas valve OFF.

Standard Oven - “S” Model (Fig. 2)

1. Turn Thermostat and Shut-Off Valve to the OFF position.

2. Wait 5 minutes.

3. Remove lower panel to locate pilot cutout.

4. Using a taper, light oven pilot by depressing the red ignition button located
on the side control panel below the thermostat knob.

5. Continue to hold down Red Button for at least 30 seconds.

RED BUTTON

(SAFETY)

THERMOSTAT

DIAL

6. When Red Button is released, Pilot should remain lit.

7. Turn Shut-Off Valve to the ON position and turn the Thermostat to the desired
temperature.

SHUT-OFF

VALVE

8. Replace lower panel.

9. If pilot flame becomes extinguished or does not light, repeat Steps 1 through 6.

Nightly Shutdown: Turn Thermostat to OFF; pilot will remain lit.

Complete Shutdown: Turn Thermostat and Shut-Off Valve to OFF. Turn main gas valve OFF.

FIG 2

Convection Oven - “C” Model (Fig. 3)

1. Connect range to main electrical supply.

2. Turn Thermostat and Shut-Off Valve to the OFF position.

3. Turn Fan Switch to OFF position.

4. Wait 5 minutes.

5. Remove lower panel to locate pilot cut out.

6. Using a taper, light oven pilot by depressing the red ignition button located
on the side control panel above the Shut-Off Valve.

7. Continue to hold down the Red Button for at least 30 seconds.

8. When Red Button is released, Pilot should remain lit.

9. Turn Shut-Off Valve to the ON position and turn the Thermostat to the desired
setting.

10. Replace lower panel.

11. If pilot flame becomes extinguished or does not light, repeat Steps 1 through 8.

Nightly Shutdown: Turn Thermostat to OFF; pilot will remain lit.

Complete Shutdown: Turn the Thermostat, Shut-Off Valve, and Fan Switch to OFF. Turn
main gas valve OFF.

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RED BUTTON

(SAFETY)

SHUT-OFF

VALVE

THERMOSTAT

DIAL

FAN

SWITCH

FIG 3

OPERATION

The range and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or

servicing the range.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Griddle Tops: Before using your griddle, the protective coating that was applied at the factory must

be completely removed with a commercial degreaser. After a thorough cleaning, apply a
high temperature, salt-free frying oil and you are ready to use the griddle.

The griddle requires no “breaking-in” or “seasoning”.

OPERATING SUGGESTIONS

Standard Oven: If you have a standard oven, use your normal recipe times and temperatures.

Convection Oven: The convection oven does everything a regular oven can do, but with less energy

consumption. The oven pre-heats faster, and baking time, temperature settings, and
shrinkage are reduced.

In general, reduce temperature 25°F (10°C) from conventional recipes.

Check product at half the time of the regular recipe.

Level pans bake more evenly; warped pans will give uneven baking results.

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