INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS MODELS VG30 VG40 VE30 VE40 ML-126847 ML-126848 ML-126849 ML-126850 Model VE40 For additional information on Vulcan-Hart Company 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.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS 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.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................4 INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................4 Unpacking .......................................................................................................................................4 Location .
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS Installation, Operation and Care of TILTING BRAISING PANS MODELS VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Vulcan-Hart Tilting Braising Pans are available in two sizes. Models VG30 and VE30 have a 30-gallon (114 L) capacity, and Models VG40 and VE40 have a 40-gallon (151 L) capacity. The tilting braising pan is a versatile piece of equipment.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation. Recommended clearances are 24" (61 cm) on the sides and back (for servicing), and 36" (91 cm) on the front. The braising pan must be installed so that the flow of combustion and ventilation air will not be obstructed. Adequate clearance for air openings into the combustion chamber must be provided.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS The Vulcan braising pan must be installed in accordance with: In the United States of America: 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 20001, or the Secretary Standards Council, NFPA, 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169-7471. 3.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS TESTING THE GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM When test pressures exceed 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa), the tilting braising pan and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system. When test presures are 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa) or less, the tilting braising pan must be isolated from the gas supply system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve. GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION (See Fig.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS (See Fig. 2) Disconnect the electrical power to the machine and follow Lockout / Tagout procedures. Appliances equipped with a flexible electric supply cord are provided with a three-prong grounding plug. It is imperative that this plug be connected into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. If the receptacle is not the proper grounding type, contact an electrician. do not remove the grounding prong from this plug.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS INSTALLATION DIAGRAM IMPORTANT 1. A pressure regulator sized for this unit is included. Natural gas 7" W.C., propane gas 11" W.C. supply pressure. 2. Gas line connecting to appliance must be 3/4" or larger. If flexible connectors are used, the inside diameter must be at least the same as the 3/4" iron pipe. 3. An adequate ventilation system is required for commercial cooking equipment.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS OPERATION The tilting braising pan and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the braising pan. BEFORE FIRST USE Use a noncorrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner to 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. GAS HEAT BRAISING PANS Controls (Fig.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS Lighting and Shutdown of Pilot Lighting instructions are also located on the front panel. 1. Turn main gas supply to the braising pan to the ON position at the shutoff valve. 2. Lower the braising pan (see OPERATION OF LIFTING SYSTEM in this manual). The braising pan will not operate with the pan in the UP position (5 degrees or higher from horizontal). 3. Turn the black on/off switch to the ON position.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS ELECTRIC HEAT BRAISING PANS Controls (see Fig. 3) Thermostat — Sets desired cooking temperature. On/Off Switch (Black) — Turns the braising pan on and off. Power Light (Amber) — When lit, indicates the machine is turned on. Heat Light (Red) — When lit, indicates the thermostat is calling for heat. Auto. Power Lift (Gray) — (Optional). Push the upper part of the switch to raise the braising pan; push the lower part to lower the braising pan.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS Braising Pans with Manual Lift (Standard) 1. Raise the lid. The crank for the manual lift system is packaged separately. 2. There are two pins on one end of the crank. Insert the crank through the hole on the control panel so that the two pins engage in the slots of the speed reducer coupling located behind the panel. 3. Turn the crank handle clockwise to lift the braising pan and counterclockwise to lower the braising pan. 4.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS STEAMING INSERTS (Optional) Your tilting braising pan can be used for steaming frozen and fresh foods. The 30-gallon (114 L) pans (Models VE30 or VG30) can be loaded with a maximum of two 12" x 20" x 4" (30 cm x 50.8 cm x 10 cm) deep steaming pans. The 40-gallon (151 L) pan (Models VE40 or VG40) will accept up to three steam pans of this same size.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS CLEANING Disconnect the electrical power to the machine and follow Lockout / Tagout procedures before cleaning. Clean your braising pan regularly. Keep the plate surface clean. To produce evenly cooked, perfectly braised products, keep the pan surface free from carbonized grease. Carbonized grease on the surface hinders the transfer of heat from the pan surface to the food. This results in spotty browning and loss of cooking efficiency.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS COOKING GUIDELINES (Domestic Measurements) 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 is to finish the product. The following temperatures should be used: Temperature (°F) Simmering Sauteing Searing Frying Grilling ITEM 200 Max. 225 to 275 300 to 350 325 to 375 350 to 425 PORTION SIZE TEMP.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS ITEM PORTION SIZE TEMP. (°F) BATCHES PER HOUR VG30/VE30 PER LOAD QTY. PORTIONS VG40/VE40 PER LOAD QTY. PORTIONS 3 oz. 400 6 30 lb. 125 45 lb. 200 3 oz. 3 oz. 3 oz. 3 oz. 3 oz. 3 oz. 1 Ear 3 oz. 4 oz. 4 oz. 400 400 400 400 400 250 400 400 250 400 3 1 3 5 2 5 8 2 10 2 25 lb. 30 lb. 25 lb. 20 lb. 35 lb. 15 lb. 50 ears 40 lb. 6 lb. 20 lb. 125 125 125 80 150 75 50 200 25 100 50 lb. 60 lb. 40 lb. 30 lb. 70 lb. 25 lb. 75 ears 60 lb. 9 lb. 30 lb.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS ITEM CHICKEN Pan Fried Whole FRANKFURTERS Grilled Boiled PORK Ham Steak Pork Chops Sausage Links TURKEY Off Carcass On Carcass VG30/VE30 PER LOAD QTY. PORTIONS VG40/VE40 PER LOAD QTY. PORTIONS 3 50 pieces 16 – 5 lb. 25 200 80 pieces 24 – 5 lb. 40 265 300 250 8 12 22 lb. 16 lb. 176 128 33 lb. 25 lb. 264 200 3 oz. 5 oz. 3 links 400 350 350 8 4 7 10 lb. 15 lb. 30 lb. 50 50 120 15 lb. 25 lb. 45 lb. 75 75 180 2 oz. 2 oz.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS COOKING GUIDELINES (Metric Measurements) 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 is to finish the product. The following temperatures should be used: Temperature (°C) Simmering Sauteing Searing Frying Grilling ITEM 93.3 Max. 107 to 135 149 to 177 163 to 191 177 to 218 PORTION SIZE TEMP.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS ITEM PORTION SIZE TEMP. (°C) BATCHES PER HOUR VG30/VE30 PER LOAD QTY. PORTIONS VG40/VE40 PER LOAD QTY.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS ITEM CHICKEN Pan Fried Whole FRANKFURTERS Grilled Boiled PORK Ham Steak Pork Chops Sausage Links TURKEY Off Carcass On Carcass VG30/VE30 PER LOAD QTY. PORTIONS VG40/VE40 PER LOAD QTY.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS MAINTENANCE Disconnect the electrical power to the machine and follow Lockout / Tagout procedures before performing any maintenance. The tilting braising pan and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the braising pan. LUBRICATION Lid Mechanism 1. The lid lift mechanism and tension spring are located behind the backsplash (sheet metal panel behind the braising pan) on both the left and right rear corners of the braising pan. 2.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS TROUBLESHOOTING GAS HEAT BRAISING PANS Problem Possible Cause Burners do not come on. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Burners have yellow flame. 1. Braising pan frame is not level. 2. Wrong gas supply type (contact plumber or building maintenance). 3. Incorrect pressure at supply. The power is off or unit is unplugged. The gas supply to the braising pan is off. The thermostat is not set. The internal gas combine valve is off. The pan is not in the lowest position.
VG30, VG40, VE30 & VE40 BRAISING PANS SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION To obtain service and parts information concerning this model, contact the Vulcan - Hart Service Agency in your area (refer to our website, www.vulcanhart.com for a complete listing of Authorized Service and Parts deports). When calling for service, the following information must be available: model number, serial number, manufacture date (MD) and gas type or voltage. FORM 31227 Rev A (05-08) – 24 – PRINTED IN U.S.A.
