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Page 2 - IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY

— 2 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TOINSTALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIALFIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THISMANUAL. : Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, serv...

Page 3 - CONTENTS; INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF

— 3 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES CONTENTS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY ................................................................................................ 2 INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF K20EL/ELT, K40EL/ELT AND K60EL/ELT ELECTRIC KETTLES ........................................

Page 4 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; GENERAL; Fig. 1 Typical Stationary Kettle; INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE; DATA PLATE LOCATION; Fig. 2 Data Plate Location

— 4 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Vulcan Steam Jacketed Kettles are producedwith quality workmanship and material. Properinstallation, usage and maintenance will resultin many years of satisfactory performance. Itis suggested that you thoroughly read th...

Page 5 - INSTALLATION; LOCATION; Stationary Kettle; UNPACKING; State and local codes

— 5 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES INSTALLATION LOCATION Stationary Kettle Position the kettle in its final location. Check thatthere are sufficient clearances for operating andservicing the kettle, and proper clearance of thecover when raised. The kettle draw-off valveshould be located near a floor ...

Page 6 - MINIMUM CLEARANCE; Fig 3. Floor Drain Location; INSTALLATION PROCEDURE; Place a spirit level on the rim of the kettle

— 6 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES MINIMUM CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS AND RECOMMENDED FLOOR DRAIN LOCATIONS No side and back clearance required, exceptfor operation and service requirements. Fig 3. Floor Drain Location INSTALLATION PROCEDURE L e v e l t h e k e t t l e b y m a k i n g n e c e s s a r yad...

Page 7 - ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS; Disconnect; Using the wiring diagram for reference,

— 7 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Amperage per Line Minimum MODEL kW PHASE Circuit Ampacity 208V 240V 480V 208V 240V 480V K20EL/ELT 12 1 57.7 – – 75 – – 3 33.3 – 14.4 45 – 20 16 1 – 66.7 – – 85 – 3 – 38.5 – – 50 – K40EL/ELT 18 3 50.0 43.3 21.7 65 55 30 K60EL/ELT K40EL/ELT 2...

Page 8 - OPERATION; Fig. 4 Kettle Controls

— 8 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES OPERATION : The kettle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, clean-ing or servicing the kettle . VENTING While the kettle is cold, check the vacuum/pressuregauge. The gauge should be in the vacuum zonemeasuring between 20 to 30 in. Hg (84 to 100kPa).If not...

Page 9 - CLEANING; : The kettle and its; CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS; Daily Before Operation

— 9 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES CLEANING : The kettle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating,cleaning or servicing the kettle. N O T I C E : Never spray the exterior ofthe kettle or control box withwater under any condition.Failure to comply will voidthe warranty. The kettle interior and e...

Page 10 - PLUG VALVE CLEAINING

— 10 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES PLUG VALVE CLEAINING INSTRUCTIONS Daily Before Operation Install draw off valve plug: 1. Apply PetroGel lubricant to valve tapered face. 2. Holding the valve handle, slide the plug down into the valve body. 3. Install the bottom washer, making sure to align the key...

Page 11 - STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT; Enemies of Stainless Steel; m u s t; Clean with the polish lines

— 11 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING Contrary to popular belief, stainlesssteels ARE susceptible to rusting. Corrosion on metals is everywhere. It isrecognized quickly on iron and steel asunsightly yellow/orange rust. Such metals arecalled “active” because t...

Page 12 - Recommended cleaners for specific situations

— 12 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES Recommended cleaners for specific situations JOB CLEANING AGENT COMMENTS Routine cleaning Soap, ammonia, Apply with cloth or sponge detergent, Medallion Fingerprints & smears Arcal 20, Lac-O-Nu Ecoshine Provides barrier film Stubborn stains & Cameo, Talc, Z...

Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; VENTING; Fig. 5 Rear of Kettle; FILLING THE RESERVOIR JACKET; TOTAL

— 13 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES MAINTENANCE VENTING The vacuum pressure gauge measuring zoneshould be between 20 to 30 in.Hg (84 to100kPa). If the vacuum pressure is not withinthis range, perform the following: 1. With the kettle empty, place the power switch to the ON position. 2. Set the temper...

Page 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM; Unit not Heating; POSSIBLE CAUSES / SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION

— 14 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Unit not Heating Unit not heating todesired temperature Draw valve is leaking POSSIBLE CAUSES / SUGGESTED CORRECTIVE ACTION ON/OFF switch OFF / ON/OFF switch ON. Thermostat not on / Turn thermostat on. No power / Check power supply. Water le...

Page 15 - Parts and service are also available at; SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION

— 15 — ELECTRIC STATIONARY KETTLES To obtain service and parts information concerning this unit, contact the Vulcan-Hart ServiceAgency in your area (refer to listing supplied with the steamer), or contact the Vulcan-Hart ServiceDepartment at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of th...