BLT-G GAS FLOOR MODEL BRAISING PAN WITH MANUAL TILT INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY www.blodgett.
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION It is recommended that this manual be read thoroughly and that all instructions be followed carefully. This manual should be retained for future reference. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE Important Notes for Installation and Operation .............................................................. 2 Service Connections ..................................................................................................... 4 1.0 Installation Instructions ........................................................................................... 5 2.0 Operating Instructions ........................................................................................
SERVICE CONNECTIONS Supply gas through 1/2" pipe . A gas shut-off valve must be installed in supply piping convenient and adjacent to appliance. Electrical Connection, unless otherwise specified 120 Volts, 60 Hz, 1 PH. furnished with 3 prong plug and cord. Less than 2 amperes. DIMENSIONS MODEL BTU BLT-30G 80,000 BLT-40G 100,000 CAPACITY UNITS 30 gallons 114 litres 40 gallons 152 litres inches mm inches mm A 49.5 1257 58.5 1486 B C D 37.25 959 38.88 988 33.5 851 43.
1.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS Installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, as applicable. 1. The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at pressures in excess of ½ psi (3.5 kPa). 2.
1.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) LOCATION The equipment must be kept free and clear of combustible substances. The appliance, when installed, must have minimum clearance from combustible and non-combustible construction of 0" from sides and 6" (152 mm) from the rear. The appliance is intended for use on non-combustible floors. The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation. A minimum front clearance of 36" (914 mm) is required.
1.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) GAS CONNECTIONS All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the action of propane gases. The gas inlet is located under the left hand control console. Connect gas supply to the appliance. The gas supply line must be at least the equivalent of 3/4" iron pipe with an incoming pressure of 7" - 14" W.C. (Water Column) for natural gas or 11" - 14" W.C. (Water Column) for propane gas.
WARNING: For an appliance equipped with casters, the installation shall be made with a connector that complies with the Standard for Connectors for Moveable Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.69-CSA 6.16 and a quickdisconnect device that complies with the Standard for Quick-Disconnect Devices for Use with Gas Fuel, ANSI Z21.41-CSA 6.
2.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: The appliance and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning and servicing the appliance. BEFORE FIRST USE Using a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner, 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.
DAILY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE 1. Turn skillet off, turn thermostat dial to off; turn power switch off. 2. Close manual gas shut-off valve. TO TILT BRAISING PAN 1. Lift lid. 2. Turn handwheel clockwise to desired position. NOTE: When the pan is tilted a safety switch will automatically turn off gas supply. The skillet will not operate once the pan has been tilted. 3. To return pan to horizontal position, turn handwheel counterclockwise. 4. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TILT PAN WITH LID DOWN.
3.0 COOKING GUIDELINES The guidelines given below are suggested quantities, temperature settings, and estimated numbers of orders per load and per hour. When two temperatures are given, the first is to start the product, and the second to finish the product.
ITEM PORTION TEMP (F) BATCH/HR BLT-30G PER LOAD QTY PORTIONS BLT-40G PER LOAD QTY PORTIONS SAUCES, GRAVIES, SOUPS Brown Gravy 1 oz. 350 - 200 2 18 gal. 2300 35 gal. 4500 Cream Sauce 2 oz. 250 - 175 1 18 gal. 1150 35 gal. 2250 Cream Soup 6 oz. 200 1 18 gal. 375 35 gal. 725 French Onion Soup 6 oz. 225 1 18 gal. 350 35 gal. 700 Meat Sauce 4 oz. 350 - 200 1 18 gal. 575 35 gal. 1100 3 oz. 400 6 30 lbs. 125 45 lbs. 200 Beans, Wax, Green 3 oz. 400 3 25 lbs.
ITEM PORTION TEMP (F) BATCH/HR BLT-30G PER LOAD QTY PORTIONS BLT-40G PER LOAD QTY PORTIONS DESSERTS, PUDDINGS, SWEET SAUCES Butterscotch Sauce 1 oz. 200 1 18 gal. 2300 35 gal. 4500 Cherry Cobbler 3 oz. 200 1 18 gal. 750 35 gal. 1500 Chocolate Sauce 1 oz. 200 1 18 gal. 2300 35 gal. 4500 Cornstarch Pudding 4 oz. 200 1 18 gal. 575 35 gal. 1100 Fruit Gelatin 3 oz. 250 2 18 gal. 750 35 gal. 1500 3 slices 350 12 2 lbs. 10 3 lbs. 15 Amer. Chop Suey 6 oz.
ITEM PORTION TEMP (F) BATCH/HR BLT-30G PER LOAD QTY PORTIONS BLT-40G PER LOAD QTY PORTIONS MEAT-POULTRY (continued) TURKEY Off Carcass 2 oz. 400-200 – 3 26-30 lbs. 200 4 26-30 lbs. 275 On Carcass 2 oz. 400-200 – 4 16-20 lbs. 175 6 16-20 lbs. 265 1 sandwich 400 8 35 sandwiches 35 50 sand. 50 Macaroni & Cheese 8 oz. 200 2 18 gal. 300 35 gal. 525 Rice 4 oz. 350-225 1 20 lbs. raw 320 40 lbs. raw 650 Spaghetti 4 oz. 350-225 2 8 lbs. raw 200 12 lbs.
4.0 CLEANING WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before cleaning or servicing. WARNING: The appliance and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning and servicing the kettle. The gas fired tilting skillet should be cleaned after each use. 1. Keep exposed cleanable areas of unit clean at all times. 2. Thoroughly wash pan and lid. If necessary soak pan to remove product that is stuck to pan surface. Use mild detergent and water. 3.
6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM LOOK FOR: Burner does not come on: Gas supply to unit is “OFF” Manual shut off valve is “OFF”. Thermostat is not turned “ON” Pan not in lowest position. Ignition control not functioning. Unit electrical supply is not plugged in or turned on. Burners produce carbon deposits: Wrong size orifices. Burner air not adjusted properly. Wrong gas supply. Incorrect pressure at supply. Pan difficult to tilt: Unit not level. Trunnion housing requires grease. Thrust bearing too tight.
