Vulcan Hart Fryer ML 114826 User Manual

INSTALLATION &  
OPERATION MANUAL  
ROUND ELECTRIC TILTING SKILLET  
MODEL VETRS35  
MODEL  
VETRS35  
ML-114826  
VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791  
FORM 31036 (4-98)  
 
Installation, Operation and Care of  
ROUND ELECTRIC TILTING SKILLET  
MODEL VETRS35  
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE  
GENERAL  
Your Vulcan-Hart Round Tilting Skillet is a versatile piece of equipment. It allows you to stew, simmer,  
pan fry, braise, grill, or saute, and all with a very uniform heat pattern. Capacity of Model VETRS35  
is 35 gallons.  
Vulcan-Hart tilting skillets are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation,  
usage and maintenance of your tilting skillet 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.  
INSTALLATION  
Before installing, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the rating plate  
located on the right side panel as you face the machine. If the supply and equipment requirements do  
not agree, do not proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or Vulcan-Hart Company  
immediately.  
UNPACKING  
This tilting skillet was inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full  
responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking, check  
for possible shipping damage. If the tilting skillet is found to be damaged, save the packaging material  
and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.  
Carefully unpack tilting skillet and place in a work-accessible area as near to its final installed position  
as possible.  
LOCATION  
The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation. A  
minimum top clearance of 76" (193cm) and a minimum front clearance of 18" (45.7cm) is required.  
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INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS  
The tilting skillet must be installed in accordance with:  
In the United States of America:  
1. State and local codes.  
2. National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The  
National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.  
In Canada:  
1. Local codes.  
2. Canadian Electrical Code, Part 2, CSA Standard C22.1 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained  
from The Canadian Standard Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W1R3.  
LEVELING AND ANCHORING TILTING SKILLET  
The tilting skillet must be anchored to the floor.  
1. Place skillet in the installation position.  
2. Place a carpenter's level on top of the skillet and turn the adjustable feet to level the skillet side to  
side and front to back.  
3. Mark hole locations on the floor through the anchoring holes provided in the rear flanged adjustable  
feet. See diagram on page 5.  
4. Remove skillet from installation position and drill holes in locations marked on the floor. Insert  
proper anchoring devices (not supplied).  
5. Place skillet back in the installation position.  
6. Place carpenter's level on top of skillet and re-level side to side and front to back.  
7. Bolt and anchor skillet securely to the floor.  
8. Seal bolts and flanged feet with a silicone or equivalent compound.  
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS  
WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE  
APPLICABLE PORTIONS OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL  
ELECTRICAL CODES.  
WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE  
DISCONNECT SWITCH TO INDICATE YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT.  
The control box for field wire connection is located at the left side rear when viewed from the front. A  
knockout hole is provided for a 12332" (43.6mm) conduit connection.  
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1. Remove the control box cover plate. Mount suitable 12332" (43.6mm) conduit fitting in knockout  
opening.  
2. Connect field wire to the terminal block as indicated on the wiring diagram. The wiring diagram is  
located inside the wiring compartment at the rear of the tilting skillet. Wire must be of the type  
suitable for 90°C service.  
3. After making the connections, replace the control box cover plate.  
4. The tilting skillet must be grounded by installing a ground lead to the ground lug located inside the  
junction box.  
ELECTRICAL DATA  
208V  
Amp  
240V  
Amp  
43.3  
480V  
Amp  
21.6  
Model  
Phase  
KW  
KW  
KW  
VETRS35  
3
18  
50.0  
18  
18  
SERVICE CONNECTIONS  
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OPERATION  
WARNING: THE TILTING SKILLET AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING,  
CLEANING OR SERVICING THE TILTING SKILLET.  
CONTROLS (Fig. 1)  
POWER SWITCH  
INDICATOR LIGHT  
THERMOSTAT  
PL-41025-1  
Fig. 1  
Thermostat  
Maintains set temperature by controlling power supply.  
Power Switch Turns power to the skillet ON and OFF.  
Indicator Light When lit, indicates the heating elements are supplying heat to the skillet.  
Hand Wheel  
(Not Shown.) Turn clockwise to tilt skillet; turn counterclockwise to return skillet  
to the upright position.  
BEFORE FIRST USE  
Clean the protective metal oils from all surfaces of the skillet. Use a non-corrosive, grease dissolving  
commercial cleaner, following manufacturer's directions. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft  
clean cloth. Clean all accessories. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.  
USING THE TILTING SKILLET  
When the skillet is tilted, power supply to the heating elements is interrupted. The skillet can only be  
operated in the upright position.  
Do not tilt the skillet with the cover down.  
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To prevent discoloration of stainless steel cooking surface, do not turn the heat on unless the skillet  
is covered with a fluid, a thin layer of cooking oil, or food to be cooked.  
1. Tilt skillet to ensure that it moves easily. Turn handle as far as it will go and then return to upright  
position.  
2. Turn the Power Switch ON.  
3. Set the Thermostat dial to HIGH (#10).  
4. Preheat skillet and allow it to cycle in order to equalize heat across the entire pan surface.  
5. Set the Thermostat dial to the desired cooking temperature. Cooking will occur faster with the cover  
down.  
The following are approximate temperature equivalents for the Thermostat dial settings:  
Approx. Temp.  
Setting  
(°F)  
(°C)  
1 - 4  
5 - 6  
7 - 8  
8 - 9  
9 - 10  
100 - 200  
225 - 275  
300 - 350  
325 - 375  
350 - 450  
38 - 93  
107 - 135  
149 - 177  
163 - 191  
177 - 232  
6. At the end of cooking, turn the Thermostat to OFF and turn the Power Switch to OFF.  
7. Remove product. The skillet is provided with a stationary support for holding the food receiving pan  
when unloading prepared foods. The food receiving pan is removable for cleaning.  
CLEANING  
WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING.  
Do not use corrosive cleaning agents.  
After Each Use  
The tilting skillet should be cleaned after each use. Clean with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse  
thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. Make sure that pour spout, strainer, cover, and sides  
of skillet are cleaned in the same manner.  
Remove the food receiving pan and clean it in a sink as you would any utensil.  
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Once A Day  
Thoroughly clean the skillet with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with  
a soft clean cloth.  
Stainless Steel  
Clean stainless steel surfaces with a damp cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth. To remove  
discolorations, use a non-abrasive cleaner.  
MAINTENANCE  
WARNING: THE TILTING SKILLET AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING,  
CLEANING OR SERVICING THE TILTING SKILLET.  
WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE  
DISCONNECT SWITCH TO INDICATE YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT.  
LUBRICATION  
Never grease or oil the pivot bearings as this may cause problems with tilting. Bearings are oilite and  
never require lubrication.  
SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION  
To obtain service and parts information concerning this tilting skillet, contact the Vulcan-Hart Service  
Agency in your area (refer to listing supplied with the skillet), or Vulcan-Hart Company Service  
Department at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of this manual.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROBLEM  
Skillet will not operate.  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
1. Power supply not on.  
2. Problem with thermostat or heating  
elements. Contact your local Vulcan-Hart  
authorized servicer.  
Hot spot on pan bottom.  
Skillet difficult to tilt.  
Problem with heating element. Contact your  
local Vulcan-Hart authorized servicer.  
Dirt in oilite bearings causing it to bind. Contact  
your local Vulcan-Hart authorized servicer.  
FORM 31036 (4-98)  
PRINTED IN U.S.A.  
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