KTG-E ELECTRIC TABLE TOP KETTLE WITH MANUAL GEARBOX TILT MECHANISM INSTALLATION – OPERATION – MAINTENANCE BLODGETT OVEN COMPANY www.blodgett.
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION It is recommended that this manual be read thoroughly and that all instructions be followed carefully. This manual should be retained for future reference. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION ......................................... 2 SERVICE CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................4 1.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................5 2.0 INTRODUCTION ...........................................................................................................7 3.
SERVICE CONNECTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO BE AS SPECIFIED ON DATA PLATE - ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS MODEL kW KTG-6E 7.5 KTG-10E KTG-12E 12.0 PHASE 208V 36.0 20.8 57.6 33.3 1 3 1 3 AMPS PER LINE 240V 380V 31.3 N/A 18.1 11.4 50.0 N/A 28.9 18.3 220V 34.1 19.7 54.5 31.5 480V N/A 9.0 N/A 14.5 415V N/A 10.4 N/A 16.
1.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Immediately after unpacking, check for possible shipping damage. If the kettle is found to be damaged, save the packaging materials and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery. 1. The kettle must be installed in accordance with: 2. State and/or local codes. 3. In the USA, the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). In Canada, the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA Standard C22.1 (latest edition). 4.
1.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) WARNING: Disconnect electrical power supply and place a tag at the disconnect switch to indicate you are on the circuit. 1. A waterproof electrical connection for power supply to console housing must be provided. 2. Ground appliance to terminal provided inside console housing. 3. Turn power ON and check for proper operation.
2.0 INTRODUCTION DESCRIPTION Models KTG-6E (6 gallon capacity) and KTG-10E (10 gallon capacity) and KTG-12E (12 gallon capacity) electrically powered, self-contained, countertop, tilting kettles. Each model has a jacket of double-wall construction forming a sealed reservoir around the lower twothirds of the kettle. The reservoir is charged with distilled water and anti-freeze solution.
3.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: The safety relief valve may discharge large amounts of steam and/or hot water. Keep away from the discharge tube at all times. Warn others in the area so they will not be startled by the sound. 1. Ensure that the external electrical shut-off to the kettle is on. 2. Check pressure gauge for correct cold kettle reading. Reading should be in the green vacuum zone. If reading is not in the vacuum zone, follow VENTING INSTRUCTIONS prior to using the kettle. 3.
3.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) 7. When cooking is finished set thermostat knob and power switch to the OFF position. 8. Pour finished product from kettle using tilt handle. Be careful to avoid splashing. 9. Add water to kettle for cleaning purposes. 10. Wash kettle thoroughly. See CLEANING procedure. TILTING INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TILT WITH LID ON KETTLE. 1. To empty contents, turn handwheel counterclockwise to desired position. 2.
4.0 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before cleaning or servicing. The kettle interior and exterior should be thoroughly washed after each use in preparation of a different food. 1. Add water and mild detergent to the kettle immediately after use. 2. Scrub kettle interior with nylon brush. 3. Loosen food which is stuck to kettle by allowing it to soak at a low temperature setting.
5.0 MAINTENANCE Daily 1. Ensure there is adequate vacuum in the kettle jacket before operating. 2. Ensure that the appliance and controls are not damaged and that it can be safely operated. 3. Ensure the work area of the operator is not slippery and is clear of debris so as to provide a safe workplace. 4. Ensure the appliance is clean before each use. 5. Check that the LOW WATER control is operational. Tilting the kettle more than 5 or 10 degrees should cause the LOW WATER signal light to come on.
6.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 LOW WATER LEVEL Proper water level must be maintained within the jacket for the kettle to operate. Depletion of water may occur from excessive opening of, or leakage through the safety relief valve. If water is below required operating level, either initially at start-up or during use, the kettle will automatically shut off, and the LOW WATER signal light will come on. In order for the kettle to operate, the following procedure must be followed: 1.
APPENDIX ‘A’ MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PREPARATION INFORMATION: Prepared for use in Canada by: E H & S Product Regulatory Management Department DOW CHEMICAL CANADA INC. P.O. Box 1012 Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 7K7 (800) 331-6451 1.
Effective Date: 02/20/01, Date Printed: 07/10/02, MSD: 002239 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Clear yellow liquid. Odourless. Avoid temperatures above 450EF, 232EC. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (See Section 11 for toxicological data.) EYE: May cause slight transient (temporary) eye irritation. Corneal injury is unlikely. Mists may cause eye irritation. SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged contact is essentially nonirritating to skin.
4. FIRST AID EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water. SKIN: Wash off in flowing water or shower. INGESTION: No adverse effects anticipated by this route of exposure incidental to proper industrial handling. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air if effects occur. Consult a physician. NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: No specific antidote. Supportive care. Treatment based on judgment of the physician in response to reactions of the patient. 5.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in addition to unidentified toxic and/or irritating compounds. Hazardous combustion products may include and are not limited to carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. OTHER FLAMMABILITY INFORMATION: Violent steam generation or eruption may occur upon application of direct water stream to hot liquids. Flammable concentrations of vapour can accumulate at temperatures above 214EF. Liquid mist of this product can burn.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Product: DOWFROST* HD HEAT TRANSFER FLUID, DYED Product Code: 04632 Effective Date: 02/20/01, Date Printed: 07/10/02, MSD: 002239 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (See Section 15 for Regulatory Information) PROTECT PEOPLE: Use appropriate safety equipment. For additional information, refer to Section 8, Exposure Controls/ Personal Protection. PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT: Avoid contamination of all waterways. CLEAN-UP: See Section 13, Disposal Consideration. 1.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Product: DOWFROST* HD HEAT TRANSFER FLUID, DYED Product Code: 04632 Effective Date: 02/20/01, Date Printed: 07/10/02, MSD: 002239 EXPOSURE GUIDELINES: Propylene glycol: AIHA WEEL is 50 ppm total, 10 mg/m3 aerosol only. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES APPEARANCE/PHYSICAL STATE: ODOUR: VAPOUR PRESSURE: VAPOUR DENSITY: BOILING POINT: SOLUBILITY IN WATER/MISCIBILITY: SPECIFIC GRAVITY OR DENSITY: Clear yellow liquid. Odourless 0.22 mmHg @ 20EC 2.6 320EF, 160EC Complete 1.
SKIN: The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >10,000 mg/kg. INGESTION: The oral LD50 for rats is 20,000 - 34,000 mg/kg. MUTAGENICITY: In vitro mutagenicity studies were negative. Animal mutagenicity studies were negative. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION (For detailed Ecological data, write or call the address or non-emergency number shown in Section 1.) ENVIRONMENTAL FATE MOVEMENT & PARTITIONING: Based largely or completely on data for major component(s).
FOR UNUSED & UNCONTAMINATED PRODUCT, the preferred options include sending to a licensed, permitted: recycler, reclaimer, incinerator or other thermal destruction device. As a service to its customers, Dow can provide names of information resources to help identify waste management companies and other facilities which recycle, reprocess or manage chemicals or plastics, and that manage used drums. Telephone Dow’s Customer Information Center at 800-258-2436 or 989-832-1556 for further details. 1.
U.S. REGULATIONS SARA 313 INFORMATION: To the best of our knowledge, this product contains no chemical subject to SARA Title III Section 313 supplier notification requirements. SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been reviewed according to the EPA “Hazard Categories” promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the following categories: Not to have met any hazard category.
CANADIAN REGULATIONS WHMIS INFORMATION: The Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Classification for this product is: This product is not a “Controlled Product” under WHMIS. CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA) This product contains one or more substances which are not listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL). Contact your Dow representative for more information. 16. OTHER INFORMATION MSDS STATUS: Revised to 16 section format.
