Toastmaster ® AM24SS AM24SS and AM36SS ™ Griddles OWNER'S OPERATING & INSTALLATION MANUAL Toastmaster® A Middleby Company Middleby Cooking Systems Group • 1400 Toastmaster Drive • Elgin, IL 60120 • (847)741-3300 • FAX (847)741-4406 Part No. 37813 Price $15.00 P Apr.
NO QUIBBLE LIMITED WARRANTY TOASTMASTER, HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE SELLER, WARRANTS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED BY IT TO BE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR WHICH IT IS RESPONSIBLE. THE SELLER’S OBLIGATION UNDER THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPLACING OR REPAIRING, AT SELLER’S OPTION, WITHOUT CHARGE, ANY PART FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE AND ANY LABOR AND MATERIAL EXPENSE INCURRED BY SELLER IN REPLACING OR REPAIRING SUCH PART.
WARNING: IN CASE OF FIRE Disconnect the griddle from its power source IMMEDIATELY. Shutting down the electrical heating elements allows the unit to cool, making it easier to put out the fire. WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE CAUTION Use only a fire extinguisher filled with CO2, which is suitable for electrically powered equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................................................... 1 A. Features.............................................................................................................................................1 B. Component Location..........................................................................................................................1 C. Specifications...........
SECTION 1 DESCRIPTION A. Features Models: • AM24SS, 24” (610mm) wide, two 12” (305mm) infrared heat panels • AM36SS, 36” (914mm) wide, three 12” (305mm) infrared heat panels Accu-Miser Series SS griddles are: • Electrically heated by infrared emitter panels • Temperature-controlled by solid-state thermostat • Counter-top mounted The Accu-Miser griddle employs infrared cooking technology. Infrared heat panels are located below the griddle plate.
SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION C. Specifications Griddle plate dimensions AM24SS AM36SS 24” (610mm) D x 23-7/8” (606mm) W 24” (610mm) D x 35-7/8” (911mm) W Overall dimensions AM24SS AM36SS 32-1/8” (816mm) D x 24” (610mm) W x 17-7/8” (454mm) H 32-1/8” (816mm) D x 36” (914mm) W x 17-7/8” (454mm) H Overall weight AM24SS AM36SS 170 lbs. (77.2kg) 244 lbs. (110.
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SECTION 2 INSTALLATION A. Shipping Damage Inspection C. Installation IMPORTANT NOTE IT IS THE CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY CONCEALED OR NONCONCEALED DAMAGE TO THE FREIGHT COMPANY. IF INSTALLING THE GRIDDLE ON A STAND, CONSULT THE STAND INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. ENSURE THAT THE LOCATION OF THE STAND ALLOWS SUFFICIENT CLEARANCE FOR THE GRIDDLE, AS SHOWN IN THE DIAGRAM BELOW. THEN, PROCEED TO STEP D, ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. 1.
SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION c. Level the griddle using a carpenter’s level. Then, rotate the “foot” (hexagonal) portion of the legs to adjust the griddle to a level position. 1. The surface of the griddle plate is coated with a rust-preventive material to protect it during shipment. Clean this material from the griddle plate with a non-flammable grease solvent. d. Ensure that the griddle is level from frontto-back and from side-to-side. 2. Wash the griddle with warm water and a mild detergent. 3.
SECTION 3 OPERATION WARNING A. Controls NEVER TOUCH AN OPERATING GRIDDLE. ALWAYS WAIT UNTIL ALL ON/OFF SWITCHES HAVE BEEN SET TO “OFF” FOR AT LEAST 30 MINUTES. This section provides a basic description of the location and function of the griddle operating controls (all located on the control panel). Refer to the diagram below. 4. Turn all Thermostat Control Knobs to 0 (off). Switch the On/Off Switches to “Off.” 1.
SECTION 3 - OPERATION D. Daily Operation And Maintenance Daily Pre-Operation 2. Cleaning the exterior 1. Season the griddle before operation daily as described in Step B, Seasoning the Griddle. a. Wipe down the sides of the griddle, and all areas around the griddle, with a damp towel to remove accumulated splashed grease. 2. Always allow 15 minutes of preheat time before loading the griddle with food. This will allow the griddle surface to be saturated with heat.
SECTION 3 - OPERATION E. Troubleshooting Problem Action Griddle is not heating. 1. Check that the breaker/fused disconnect is in the ON position. Griddle zone is not heating. 1. Check that the corresponding rocker switch is turned on. 2. Check that the thermostat is set to the proper temperature. If problems persist, contact your local Authorized Service Agent.
SECTION 4 WIRING DIAGRAMS A.
SECTION 4 - WIRING DIAGRAMS B.
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