VULCAN VHP212 Countertop Gas Range Instruction Manual

VULCAN VHP212 Countertop Gas Range

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.

IN THE EVENT OF A POWER FAILURE, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS DEVICE.

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF GAS HOTPLATES

GENERAL

Gas Countertop Hotplates are designed for commercial use only and feature fast, efficient gas heat. Each burner is controlled by an adjustable gas valve. Cast grates and burners are easily removed for cleaning when cool.

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING

This hotplate 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 hotplate is found to be damaged, complete the following steps:

1. Carrier must be notified within 5 business days of receipt.
2. 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.
3. All original packing materials must be kept for inspection purposes.
4. The hotplate cannot have been moved, installed, or modified.
5. Notify Vulcan Customer Service immediately at 800-814-2028.

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 hotplate adjacent to 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 hotplate. Position the hotplate in its final location. Check that there are sufficient clearances to service the hotplate and to make the required gas supply connection(s). Provide 24″ clearance at the front for cleaning, maintenance, service and proper operation.

MINIMUM CLEARENCES

| NON-COMBUSTIBLES| COMBUSTIBLES
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| SIDES| BACK| SIDES| BACK
STANDARD| 0”| 0”| 13”| 6”
STEP-UP| 0”| 0”| 13”| 9”

INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS

The hotplate 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). 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 Battery march 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.

3. NFPA Standard # 96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, latest edition, available from the National Fire Protection Association, Battery march Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

In Canada:

1. Local codes.
2. CAN/CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas Installation (latest edition)
3. CAN/CSA-B149.2 Propane Installation Code (latest edition), available from the Canadian Gas Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3

CASTER EQUIPPED APPLIANCES

Hotplates mounted on stands with casters must use a flexible connector (not supplied) that complies with the Standard for Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.69

• CSA 6.16 and a quick-disconnect device that complies with the Standard for Quick – Disconnect Devices for use With Gas Fuel, ANSI-Z21.41 • CSA 6.9. In addition, adequate means must be provided to limit movement of the hotplate without depending on the connector and the quick-disconnect device or its associated piping to limit hotplate movement. Attach the restraining device at the rear of the hotplate. If disconnection of the restraint is necessary, turn off the gas supply before disconnection. Reconnect the restraint prior to turning the gas supply on and return the hotplate to its installation position.

If the Hotplate is installed on casters and is moved for any reason, it is recommended that it be re-leveled (see LEVELING).

LEVELING

If the hotplate is equipped with legs or is mounted on the optional stand equipped with legs, turn the feet at the bottom of the legs in or out to level the hotplate in the final installed location. If the hotplate is mounted on the optional stand equipped with casters, position the hotplate on a level floor.

VENTILATION HOOD

The hotplate should be installed under a suitable ventilation hood. For safe operation and proper ventilation, keep the space between the hotplate and vent hood free from any obstructions.

GAS CONNECTIONS

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 matt er before connecting the line to the unit.

Codes require that a gas shut-off valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the appliance. The gas supply line must be at least the equivalent of ¾” iron pipe.

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 sprig (3.45 kPa), the appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system. When test pressures are ½ sprig (3.45 kPa) or less, the appliance 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.

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 hotplate 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 hotplate (Fig. 1) and the regulator is positioned with the vent plug and adjustment screw upright (Fig. 2).

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 sprig (3.45 kPa) or 14” W.C.

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 hotplate and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the hotplate.

CONTROLS

There is one pilot for every two burners. The hotplate is equipped with standing, unmonitored pilots. Gas will flow from the pilots as soon as the main gas supply to the unit is turned on. See pilot lighting procedure below.

Each burner is independently controlled by an infinite heat control valve. Once the pilots are lit, turning the control knob to the ON position will light each burner. The burners will be in the full ON position when the control knobs are turned all the way to the left. The burners will be in the full OFF position when the control knobs are turned all the way to the right.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. See Fig 5. Turn main gas shut-off valve and all burner control knobs to the OFF position and wait 5 minutes to allow any accumulated gas to escape.
2. Remove grates.
3. Turn main gas shut-off valve ON. Light the pilots. Adjust the pilot valve screw(See Fig.6) until the pilot flame has a slight yellow tip.
4. To light burners, turn individual burner valves to the ON position.
5. If burners fail to light, turn all valves and the main gas shut-off to the OFF position and contact an authorized service contractor.

PILOT ADJUSTMENT

Using a flathead screwdriver, turn the slotted hex-head pilot adjustment screw clockwise to decrease the flame, and counterclockwise to increase the flame. See Fig. 6.

CLEANING

WARNING

The hotplate and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the hotplate.

Grates may be immersed in commercial cleaning compound overnight. In the mornin g, rinse with hot water to remove any residues of cleaning compound. Thoroughly dry and apply a cooking oil to prevent rusting.

Burner ports and burner rest should be thoroughly cleaned. Venturi must be free from grease and lint. When cleaning, do not insert a pick into the burner port holes – soap and water will normally do the job. Heavy spattering or spill-over may require cleaning with a mild oven cleaner. After cleaning, rinse with clean water and dry with a dry cloth. Be sure to apply a thin coat of cooking oil for protection after cleaning.

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.

MAINTENANCE

**WARNING**

The hotplate and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the hotplate.

LUBRICATION

All valves must be checked and lubricated periodically. Check with your service agency for details.

VENT SYSTEM

At least twice a year the exhaust hood (venting system) should be examined and cleaned.

SERVICE

Contact your local Service Contractor for any repairs or adjustments needed on this equipment. For a complete listing of Service and Parts depots refer to www.vulcanequipment.com .

When calling for service, the following information should be available from the appliance identification plate: Model Number and Serial Number.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Burner does not come on when the control knob is turned on| A. Problem with gas valve. (Call for service).
B. Pilot burner not lit.
C. Low gas pressure. ( Call for service)
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Too much heat| A. Burner valves adjusted too high
B. Faulty ventilation
C. Overrated gas pressure
D. Improperly adjusted burner
Uneven heat side to side| A. Burner valves improperly adjusted
B. Appliance is not level side to side
C. Improperly adjusted burner
Uneven heat front to back| A. Appliance is not level front to back
B. Faulty ventilation
C. Improperly adjusted burner
Pilot burner will not stay lit| A. Pilot f lame is set too low. Adjust pilot to allow for gas flow.
B. Obstruction in pilot orifice
C. Low gas pressure. (Call for Service).
Yellow burner flames| A. Open burner shutters until flames are blue
Lifting burner f lames| A. Close burner shutters until flames touch burner
Fluctuating gas pressure| A. Check for clogged vent on regulator

ACCESSORY INSTALLATION

WARNING
The hotplate and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the hotplate.

Customer Support

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