INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES MODELS K6DTT ML-136070 K12DTT ML-136071 For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanequipment.com VULCAN-HART DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC WWW.VULCANEQUIPMENT.COM 3600 NORTH POINT BLVD.
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL STEAM EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE Instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF K6DTT AND K12DTT DIRECT STEAM TILTING KETTLES ......................................................... 4 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................... 4 UNPACKING ...............................................................................................................................
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF K6DTT AND K12DTT DIRECT STEAM TILTING KETTLES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Vulcan countertop tilting kettles are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided.
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCE Before installing, verify that the direct steam supply required for the equipment covered by this manual agrees with the specifications on the machine data plate, located on the back of the unit. If the direct steam supply does not agree with the equipment requirements, do not proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or Vulcan-Hart immediately. TABLE 2.
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES PLUMBING CONNECTIONS 2. On countertop, drill two 1" holes on 8 1/2" centers for the two kettle leg stanchions. Plumbing connections must comply with applicable sanitary, safety and plumbing codes. 3. Remove the mounting locknuts and washers [1/2" NPT (NPSL) nuts] from the bottom of the legs. Steam Supply Connection 4. Prepare a clean, dry surface according to package directions on a high grade NSF listed sealant. TABLE 3. STEAM TABLE Fast Boil 12 minutes 5.
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES OPERATION The kettle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the kettle. 1. Fill kettle with product to the desired level. NOTE: Food products with milk or egg base should be placed into a cold kettle before cooking. Avoid sudden contact of these food products with a hot kettle surface because they will stick to the surface. 3. The water or food should boil in 3 to 4 minutes per gallon.
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES With 12-30 percent chromium, an invisible passive film covers the steel’s surface acting as a shield against corrosion. As long as the film is intact and not broken or contaminated, the metal is passive and stainless. If the passive film of stainless steel has been broken, equipment starts to corrode. At its end, it rusts. lines are present, always scrub in a motion parallel to the lines.
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES Recommended cleaners for specific situations JOB CLEANING AGENT COMMENTS Routine cleaning Soap, ammonia, detergent, Medallion Apply with cloth or sponge Fingerprints & smears Arcal 20, Lac-O-Nu Ecoshine Provides barrier film Stubborn stains & discoloration Cameo, Talc, Zud, First Impression Rub in direction of polish lines Grease & fatty acids, blood, burnt-on-foods Easy-off, De-Grease It Oven Aid Excellent removal on all finishes Grease & oil Any goo
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES TROUBLESHOOTING K6DTT & K12DTT: Direct Steam Countertop Kettle Troubleshooting SYMPTOMS Kettle not heating POSSIBLE CAUSES/REMEDY No steam supply/Turn on building supply valve to kettle. Boiler or steamer supplying kettle not on/Turn on unit. Building steam not turned on/Call building maintenance. Steam control valve closed/Open control valve to allow steam to enter kettle jacket. No condensate return flow, closed loop system/Condensate return valve is not open.
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES K6DTT & K12DTT: Direct Steam Countertop Kettle Troubleshooting (continued) SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES/REMEDY Kettle stays hot after steam control valve is fully closed Valve seal has failed/Replace valve/Call an authorized servicer to repair. Kettle making cracking sound when started up from cold Water in jacket turning to steam/None, this does not harm the unit. Open steam control valve slowly/gradually during initial heat-up.
DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES 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.vulcanequipment.com for a complete listing of Authorized Service and Parts depots). When calling for service, the following information must be available: model number, serial number, manufacture date (MD) and steam pressure. (02-11) — 12 — PRINTED IN U.S.A.
