VULCAN VSP100 Natural Gas Stock Pot Range User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Vulcan
Table of Contents
VULCAN VSP100 Natural Gas Stock Pot Range
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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.
IMPORTANT
IN THE EVENT A GAS ODOR IS DETECTED, SHUT DOWN UNITS AT MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE AND
CONTACT THE LOCAL GAS COMPANY OR GAS SUPPLIER FOR SERVICE.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS IN THE
VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
warning
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.
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF STOCKPOT RANGE
GENERAL
Stockpot ranges are designed for commercial use only and feature fast,
efficient gas heat. Each burner is controlled by an adjustable gas valve.
Heavy-duty, cast iron top grate(s) are easily removed for cleaning when cool.
A grease drawer is provided to collect fat run-off; it opens to the front for
inspection or drain-off.
INSTALLATION
UNPACKING
This stockpot was inspected before leaving the factory. The carrier assumes
full responsibility for the safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment.
Check for possible shipping damage immediately after receipt.
If the stockpot is found to be damaged, complete the following steps:
- Carrier must be notified within 5 business days of receipt.
- Carrier’s local terminal must be notified immediately upon discovery (note time, date, and who was spoken to), and follow up and confirm with written or electronic communication.
- All original packing materials must be kept for inspection purposes.
- The stockpot cannot have been moved, installed, or modified.
- Notify Vulcan Customer Service immediately at 800-814-2028.
Remove all packing material and protective plastic from the surfaces of the
unit.
Before installing, verify that the type of gas (natural or propane) and the
clearance dimensions agree with the specifications on the rating plate which
is located at the back of the stockpot.
NOTICE
The burner shipping bracket(s) labeled “Please remove this part before use”
must be removed before the stockpot range is used.
LOCATION
The installation location must be kept free and clear of combustibles. Do not
obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. DO NOT install the
stockpot adjacent to open burners or fryers.
Sufficient air should be allowed to enter the room to compensate for the
amount of air removed by any ventilating system and for combustion of the gas
burners. Do not obstruct the air flow into and around the appliance. Do not
obstruct the flow of flue gases through and above the stockpot top grate.
Position the stockpot in its final location. Check that there are sufficient
clearances to service the stockpot and to make the required gas supply
connection(s). Provide 24″ clearance at the front for cleaning, maintenance,
service and proper operation.
INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS
The Stockpot Range must be installed in accordance with:
In the United States of America:
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State and local codes.
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National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI-Z223.1/NFPA #54 (latest edition). This shall include but not be limited to: NFPA #54 Section 10.3.5.2 for Venting. 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
NOTE: In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
All gas appliances vented through a ventilation hood or exhaust system equipped with a damper or with a power means of exhaust shall comply with 248 CMR. -
NFPA Standard # 96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, latest edition, available from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
In Canada:
- Local codes.
- CAN/CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas Installation (latest edition)
- CAN/CSA-B149.2 Propane Installation Code (latest edition), available from the Canadian Gas Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3
LEG INSTALLATION
WARNING
The stockpot range is shipped without the legs attached. stockpot range must
not be operated without the legs attached to the unit.
- Remove cast iron grate and burners from chassis.
- Turn chassis upside down and locate threaded leg weldments (Fig. 1).
- Screw legs into threaded leg weldments until tight (Fig. 2). Use a pipe or strap wrench with a towel (so as not to scratch leg) if needed to firmly tighten legs.
- Continue process until all legs are installed. Single stockpots will have four legs and double stockpots will have six legs.
- Return stockpot to upright position; reinstall burners and grates.
LEG ORIENTATION
GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR INSTALLATION
Gas regulator pressure is preset at 5” Water Column (W.C.) for natural gas,
and 10” W.C. for propane gas. Minor adjustments may be required based on site-
specific gas pressure.
Install the regulator as close to the stockpot on the gas supply line as
possible. Make sure that the arrow on the underside of the regulator is
oriented in the direction of gas flow to the stockpot (Fig. 3) and the
regulator is positioned with the vent plug and adjustment screw upright (Fig.
4).
The minimum supply pressure (upstream of the regulator) should be 7-9” W.C. for natural gas and 11-12” W.C. for propane gas. At no time should the hotplate be connected to supply pressure greater than ½ psig (3.45 kPa) or 14” W.C.
LEVELING
The Stockpot Range is equipped with legs. Turn the feet at the bottom of the
legs in or out to level the Stockpot Range in the final installed location.
VENTILATION HOOD
The stockpot should be installed under a suitable ventilation hood. For safe
operation and proper ventilation, keep the space between the stockpot and vent
hood free from any obstructions.
GAS CONNECTION
The data plate on the rear of the stockpot indicates the type of gas your unit
is equipped to burn. DO NOT connect to any other gas type.
NOTICE
Gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound must be resistant to the
action of propane gases.
Purge the supply line to clean out any dust, dirt, or any foreign matter
before connecting the line to the unit.
Codes require that a gas shut-off valve be installed in the gas line ahead of
the stockpot. The gas supply line must be at least the equivalent of ¾” iron
pipe.
A pressure regulator is supplied and must be installed outside of the broiler when making the gas supply connection. Standard orifices are set for 5″WC (Water Column) for Natural Gas — 10″WC (Water Column) for Propane. Use the 1/8” pipe tap on the burner manifold for checking pressure. Make sure the gas piping is clean and free of obstructions, dirt, and piping compound.
An adequate gas supply is necessary. Undersized or low pressure lines will restrict the volume of gas required for satisfactory performance. A minimum supply pressure of 7″ W.C. for natural gas and 11″ W.C. for propane gas is recommended. With all units operating simultaneously, the manifold pressure on all units should not show any appreciable drop.
When testing the gas supply piping system, if test pressures exceed ½ psig (3.45 kPa), the stockpot and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system. When test pressures are ½ psig (3.45 kPa) or less, the stockpot must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the system.
WARNING
Prior to lighting, check all joints in the gas supply line for leaks. Use soap
and water solution. Do not use an open flame.
OPERATION
WARNING
The stockpot range and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or
servicing the stockpot range.
CONTROLS
The burner is in two sections, controlled by two heavy duty infinite control
valves. The center “Star” section (Fig. 6) is on separate burner with an input
of 55,000 BTU/hr. It is controlled by the right burner valve knob. The outer
circle of the burner (Fig . 6) is the other separate 55,000 BTU/hr input
burner, controlled by the left burner valve knob.
These two separate burners provide heat flexibility. With one burner off and
the second burner set low, up to both burners full on, you can move from low
simmer on up to 110,000 BTU/hr input.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
- Turn all burner valves to OFF position and wait 5 minutes.
- Turn gas shutoff valve ON.
- Light standing pilot with a lit taper (see Fig 6). Adjust pilot to ¼” high flame, if necessary, by turning pilot valve adjusting screw (see Fig. 5) counterclockwise to increase or clockwise to decrease flame.
- Turn burner valve to ON position.
- If pilot does not light, turn main gas supply OFF and repeat steps 1 through 4.
TO COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN THE BURNERS AND PILOT LIGHTS
For complete shutdown: Turn the main gas supply valve OFF.
CLEANING
Top grate(s) may be immersed in strong commercial cleaning compound overnight.
In the morning, rinse with hot water to remove any residues of cleaning
compound. Thoroughly dry and apply a light coating of cooking oil to prevent
rusting.
Stainless steel surfaces may be cleaned using damp cloth with mild detergent
and water solution. Places, where fat, grease, or food can accumulate, must be
cleaned regularly.
The grease drawer should be emptied regularly when cool.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
The stockpot range and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or
servicing the stockpot range.
LUBRICATION
All valves must be checked and lubricated periodically. At the first sign of
sticking, valves should be lubricated by a trained technician using high
temperature grease. Check with your service agency for details.
SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION
Contact the Service Contractor in your area to obtain service and parts
information. For a complete listing of Service and Parts depots refer to
www.vulcanquipment.com.
When calling for service the following information should be available from
the appliance serial plate: Model Number, Serial Number and Gas Type. The
appliance serial plate is located on the back panel.
TROUBLESHOOTING
