OWNER & INSTALLATION MANUAL Affinity 30G Cooktop Evo Affinity 30G Gas Cooktop For Outdoor Use Only Tested & Listed By Portland Oregon USA Certification: ANSI Z83.11-2016 / CSA 1.8-2016 OMNI Report # 0141GM003S Part #: Commercial Models: 10-0054-NG, 10-0054-LP Residential Models: 10-0055-LP, 10-0055-NG Doc: 1-22-2020 Copyright © 2020 Pour obtenir un manuel en français, veuillez appeler Evo, Inc. au 503-626-1802. For a French Language Manual, please call Evo, Inc. at 503-626-1802. Evo, Inc.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. DANGER POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH WARNING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAUTION POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, MAY RESULT IN MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G Warnings FOR YOUR SAFETY FOR YOUR SAFETY 1. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. 2. An LP Tank not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. If You Smell Gas: 1. Shut off gas to appliance. 2. Extinguish any open flame. 3. Remove grill cooking surface. 4. If odor continues, immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department. 5.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G Use Outdoors Only This appliance shall only be used in an above ground open-air situation with natural ventilation, without stagnant areas, where gas leakage and products of combustion are rapidly dispersed by wind and natural convection. Any enclosure in which the appliance is used shall comply with one of the following: • • • • An enclosure with walls on all sides, but at least one permanent opening at ground level and no overhead cover. See Figure1.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G READ FIRST IMPORTANT PRODUCT AND SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING INSTALLATION OF THIS UNIT MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED PLUMBER. INCORRECT INSTALLATION CAN CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND/ OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. THIS UNIT MUST CONFORM WITH ALL 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 INCLUDING: 1.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G EVO RESIDENTIAL LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS Evo, Incorporated warrants to the original residential consumer-purchaser that the Evo grill shall be free from rust-through on all metal surfaces and shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal and reasonable use from the original date of purchase.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G EVO COMMERCIAL LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS Evo, Incorporated warrants to the original commercial foodservice purchaser that the Evo cooking, refrigeration and ventilation equipment shall be free from rust through on all metal surfaces and shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal and reasonable use for One Year from the original date of purchase from Evo, Inc. This warranty is for the benefit of the original use purchaser and is non-transferable.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G INSTALLATION AND USE CHECKLIST UNPACK COOKTOP COMPONENTS Follow unpacking instructions carefully 8 PAGE 9 CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES DIMENSIONS 10 PREPARE COUNTER TOP FOR INSTALLATION 11-14 INSERT CHASSIS IN COUNTER TOP 15 INSTALL DRIP PAN AND DRIP PAN GASKET 16-17 ASSEMBLING COOK SURFACE RETAINING FASTENERS 18 INSTALL COOK SURFACE AND TIGHTEN FASTENERS 19-21 CONNECT GAS & CHECK FOR LEAKS 22-26 LOCATING THE GAS BURNERS ORIFICE JETS 27 CHECK LIST FOR I
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G UNPACKING COOKTOP COMPONENTS Cook Surface: Lift and separate cook surface from unit and place next to installation area. The cook surface is heavy. Use caution when lifting. Drip Pan Gasket: Gasket is secured to top of drip tray. Remove gasket from drip tray and set aside for reinstallation. Drip Pan Unlatch pan from circular skirt, then carefully lift and separate drip pan from unit and place next to installation area.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS 36” CLEARANCE FROM COOKING SURFACE TO COMBUSTIBLE CEILING MATERIALS. 12” CLEARANCE FROM COOKING SURFACE TO COMBUSTIBLE BACK WALL MATERIALS. 12” CLEARANCE FROM COOKING SURFACE TO COMBUSTIBLE SIDEWALL MATERIALS. IF INSTALLING ALONGSIDE ANOTHER 30G UNIT, PROVIDE 2” MINIMUM CLEARANCE FROM EDGE OF DRIP PANS. Minimum 3” clearance required under unit venting to 22 sq/in of combustible air.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G COUNTER TOP INSTALLATION (1 of 4) TOP VIEW Counter top overhang to cabinet front NOTE: If the dimensions for the counter top overhang and counter top depth cutout are not followed, there will be a conflict with the door swing which allows access to the waste containers. OPENING IN COUNTER TOP FRONT STEP 2: Mark the finished position of the Evo Affinity 30G drip pan on the counter top using the dimensions shown. The circular dimension of 36.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G COUNTER TOP INSTALLATION (2 of 4) Black o-ring under drip pan bead CORRECT ALIGNMENT OF DRIP PAN AND CHASSIS TO COUNTERTOP INCORRECT ALIGNMENT OF DRIP PAN AND CHASSIS TO COUNTER TOP Possible reasons for incorrect alignment: 1. Top of cabinetry box is less than 3 cm from counter top 2. Chassis mounting brackets are too high.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G COUNTER TOP INSTALLATION (3 of 4) SIDE VIEW Finished cabinet face set back from finished counter top front edge Metal Right Angle Mounting Brackets (supplied) Shelving or drawers can be installed under Affinity 30G if desired. Example of 3/8” tile with substrate for a minimum 3 cm (1-1/5”) overall. Make sure you allow for the counter top overhang as shown. Evo, Inc., 20560 SW 115th Ave., Tualatin, OR 97062 USA Phone 503.626.1802 | Fax 503.213.5869 | www.evoamerica.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G COUNTER TOP INSTALLATION (4 of 4) Example: Tiled counter top with substrate. Finished counter top thickness should be 3 cm (1-1/5”). Cabinet Framework FRONT VIEW Metal right angle mounting brackets supplied with unit are each 1/16” thick. Mount angle brackets as shown. Unit slides into framework and rests on top side of brackets. Brackets are slotted for fasteners at each four corners. Shelving or drawers can be installed under Affinity 30G if desired.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G INSERT CHASSIS IN COUNTER TOP Use supplied 1/4” fasteners to bolt chassis to angle brackets. STEP 4: Slide the Affinity 30G chassis into the counter top so it rests on top of the installed brackets. Bolt unit to angle brackets using supplied 1/4” x 20 fasteners from underside. Gas Installation must be done by a licensed professional in accordance with local guidelines once unit has been completely installed. Refer to pages 2226 for further instructions. Evo, Inc.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G DRIP PAN INSTALLATION Drip Tray Catches GRILL FRONT STEP 5: Slide drip tray over chassis circular skirt positioning spillover slots to the corresponding slots of the top chassis deck. Notice the drip pan catches showing through the inside cutout locations of the circular chassis skirt. From the inside of the skirt, use each of the three latches to pull the drip pan down into the counter. 16 Evo, Inc., 20560 SW 115th Ave., Tualatin, OR 97062 USA Phone 503.626.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G DRIP PAN AND GASKET INSTALLATION Use No. 3 Phillips screwdriver to secure drip pan at the access points. Drip pan gasket seam at rear CROSS SECTION OF CHASSIS ACCESS SLOT A CROSS SECTION OF DRIP PAN TOP B Chassis skirt Hook drip pan latch under chassis catch and tighten screw at chassis access slot. CROSS SECTION OF DRIP PAN EDGE C Drip Pan Slip gasket ring onto top of drip pan so it creates a seal to the chassis skirt.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G ASSEMBLING COOK SURFACE RETAINING FASTENERS IT IS RECOMMENDED THE COOKING SURFACE BE PLACED ON A PROTECTED WORK SURFACE WITH THE FLANGE FACING UPWARD. Using a 7/16” wrench, tighten the Rear Retaining Bullet to the cooking surface tab with two each 1/4” x 20 hex bolt and locking nut. Ensure the bolts are tightened securely. Loop the J-Hook through the inside slot of two tabs as shown. Place Rear Retaining Bullet Fastener on right hand side of tab.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G CONNECTING COOK SURFACE Place suitable protection on drip pan (towel or cardboard). Place cook surface vertically with Bullet Fastener facing downward. STEP 8: Position the cook surface at the rear of the burner chassis by placing the cook surface in the area of the drip pan, separated by a towel or cardboard to prevent damage to the drip pan. Evo, Inc., 20560 SW 115th Ave., Tualatin, OR 97062 USA Phone 503.626.1802 | Fax 503.213.5869 | www.evoamerica.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G INSTALLING COOK SURFACE COOK SURFACE SUPPORT TAB BOTTOM-UP VIEW OF REAR COOK SURFACE CUT AWAY VIEW OF REAR COOK SURFACE SHOWING BULLET ENGAGED IN CHASSIS SLOT A REAR BULLET C B STEP 9: Place cook surface over circular skirt with the three support tabs (located under cook surface) resting on the chassis skirt top. Position the rear support tab of the cook surface to the right of the rear seam (rear view) of the chassis skirt (A).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G INSTALLING COOK SURFACE J-Hook Guide Tube Open waste doors to locate end of J-hook. Tighten nyloc nut at end of each J-hook. STEP 10: Locate two (2) J-hooks attached to underside of cooktop, cut zip ties and remove nyloc nut. One at a time, slide J-hooks through guide tubes. Slowly place cooktop down. Open both waste doors and tighten nyloc nut on end of J-hook located at inside rear of each waste door. Evo, Inc., 20560 SW 115th Ave.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G CONNECTING GAS FOR YOUR PROTECTION, WE RECOMMEND A QUALIFIED GAS TECHNICIAN INSTALL THIS COOKTOP. THIS PERSON SHOULD BE FAMILIAR WITH GAS SERVICE INSTALLATIONS AND ALL LOCAL CODES. PROPER CONNECTIONS ARE ESSENTIAL FOR EFFICIENT OPERATION AND SAFETY. GAS SUPPLY 1/2 FNPT Step 11: Connect Gas using stainless steel flexible hose coupling supplied to outside gas service.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G CONNECTING GAS - LP CYLINDER CONNECTION Use the pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with your Evo cooktop. Recommended LP propane cylinder is a standard 5 gallon, 20 Lb., with a shutoff valve terminating in a cylinder valve outlet specified and an (OPD) overflow prevention device valve, compliant to current DOT specifications. If the cylinder is fitted with a Type I Cylinder Connection Device, a protective dust cap must be installed on the valve outlet.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G STORAGE, REMOVAL and TRANSPORTATION OF LP CYLINDER STORAGE & REMOVAL OF LP GAS CYLINDER: Never store LP gas cylinder indoors. When cooktop is stored indoors, shut cylinder valve off and disconnect cylinder from grill and remove to an outdoor location. Cylinder must be stored outdoors in well-ventilated area, away from and out of the reach of children. Cylinder should not be allowed to remain in a high heat area such as a closed car, trunk, or in direct sunlight.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G PLEASE POST THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A PROMINENT LOCATION CHECKING GAS LEAKS (LP) DANGER Do not ignite burners or use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open flames in the area while you check for gas leaks. Flames and sparks will result in a fire or explosion which can cause serious bodily injury or death and damage to property. Note: All factory-made connections have been thoroughly checked for gas leaks.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G PLEASE POST THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A PROMINENT LOCATION CHECKING GAS LEAKS (NATURAL GAS) DANGER Do not ignite burners or use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open flames in the area while you check for gas leaks. Flames and sparks will result in a fire or explosion which can cause serious bodily injury or death and damage to property. Note: All factory-made connections have been thoroughly checked for gas leaks.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G PLEASE POST THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A PROMINENT LOCATION LOCATING THE GAS BURNERS AND ORIFICE JETS 1. The Affinity 30G Gas Tube Burners are located under the cooking surface and inside the stainless steel Burner Skirt. They are arranged with the smaller inner burner located in the center of the burner skirt and the larger outer burner located outside the inner burner. 2.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G CHECK INSTALLATION Check to ensure the following items are complete: 28 PAGE DRIP PAN PROPERLY INSTALLED Ensure that the drip pan half-rolled top bead overhangs the cutout dimension by .25” and the black o-ring is creating a seal against the counter top. 16 DRIP PAN GASKET SECURED Black drip pan gasket should fit properly and create a seal where the drip pan meets the chassis skirt.
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G EVO AFFINITY 30G TEMPERATURE CONTROL Inner Burner Outer Burner Inner Burner Control Knob Outer Burner Control Knob Inner Burner and Inner Control Knob - The Inner Burner is a 10” diameter gas fired burner operating at 24,000BTU’s. This burner is controlled by the Inner or center-most control knob. Temperatures are adjustable from 225F° to 550F°. Starting at the Off position, the Inner Control Knob rotates 180-degrees counterclockwise through three positions.
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE EACH USE: Inspect gas hose under unit. If it is evident there is excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, please contact Evo for a replacement hose. Electronic Ignitor Lighting Procedure: 1. Read instructions carefully before lighting. 2. Cooking surface must be in place and secure before lighting. 3. Hold down the igniter button, then turn the Control Knob to ‘Lite’.
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G RECOGNIZING ABNORMAL GAS OPERATION Right Flame Yellow Tip Light Blue Wrong Flame Excessive Yellow Tipping Light Blue Dark Blue Dark Blue Any of the following are considered to be abnormal operation and may require servicing: • • • • • Excessive yellow tipping of the burner flame (See diagram above). Sooting up of cooking utensils. Burners not igniting properly. Burners failing to remain alight. Gas valves, which are difficult to turn.
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G REPLACING ELECTRONIC IGNITOR BATTERY A Look under front control panel to find ignitor battery compartment. B Remove ignitor battery cap to remove battery. C Remove and replace AA type battery with + positive end facing downward. If the ignitor does not work, you may need to replace the battery. 1. 2. 3. 4. 32 Look under the front control panel just below the ignitor button (A). Remove the ignitor cap, rotating it counterclockwise (B).
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G REMOVABLE SPILLOVER TRAYS Spillover Slot Removable waste pan Access Door Insert each waste pan all the way to the back of the left and right compartments. Do not operate cook top or clean drip pan into spillover slots without waste pans installed in spillover doors. Failure to install waste pan will result in cooking grease contamination to the underside of door. This requires immediate cleaning.
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G AFFINITY 30G DIMENSIONS 30” 762mm Diameter 36 1/8” 914mm 11 1/4”” 292mm 21 1/4” 495mm 34 Evo, Inc., 20560 SW 115th Ave., Tualatin, OR 97062 USA Phone 503.626.1802 | Fax 503.213.5869 | www.evoamerica.com | support@evoamerica.
OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS Affinity 30G COOK SURFACE MAINTENANCE Regular cleaning and care for your Evo Affinity 30G cooktop will keep it looking and functioning its best. The cook surface is designed to hold a fine layer of cooking oil creating a ‘seasoning’ on its surface. This seasoning promotes a non-stick cooking surface and is easily maintained. Caring for Evo’s cook surface is much like maintaining cast iron cookware. When the surface requires cleaning, there are a few basic cleaning techniques to use.
