HC24EO SERIES STEAMER MODEL ML HC24EO3 ML-136006 HC24EO5 ML-136007 701 S. RIDGE AVENUE TROY, OHIO 45374-0001 937 332-3000 www.hobartcorp.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL THIS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. 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.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF MODEL HC24EO SERIES STEAMERS..................5 GENERAL.....................................................................................................................................5 INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................................5 UNPACKING.................................................................................................
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER COOKING GUIDELINES............................................................................................................18 Preparation...........................................................................................................................18 Frozen Food Items................................................................................................................18 PRODUCTS TO BE COOKED IN SOLID PANS..............................................
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF MODEL HC24EO SERIES STEAMERS PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL UNPACKING Vulcan convection steamers 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. This steamer was inspected before leaving the factory.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER LEVELING FEET ANCHORING STEAMER This steamer is shipped with four 2" leveling feet. Optional 4" leveling feet are available. The 2" feet can be removed and the optional 4" feet can be threaded into holes on the bottom of the unit. 1. Place steamer in the desired location on the countertop and mark four corners. Remove the steamer and drill 1/2" holes as indicated in Figure 2. 2. Apply a bead of RTV or other NSF approved sealant around the bottom edge of the steamer.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS To Control Transformer * : Electrical and grounding connections must comply with the applicable portions of the National Electrical Code and/or other local electrical codes. B A 3-PHASE, 380 V 3-PHASE, 415 V 3-PHASE, 480 V BL BR YL When making electrical connections, use copper wire suitable for at least 200°F (90°C). The steamer must be grounded. The wiring diagram is located on the inside of the right panel.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER ELECTRICAL DATA Model Volts KW HC24EO3 HC24EO5 Amp @ 1 PH Amp @ 3 PH 208 8 38.5 22.2 240 8 33.3 19.2 208 12 57.7 33.3 240 12 50.0 28.9 480 12 N/A 14.4 life. Water conditions vary from one location to another. Ask your municipal water supplier for details about your local water supply prior to installation. Presence of sediment, silica, excess chlorides or other dissolved solids may lead to a recommendation for alternate form(s) of water treatment.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER 4. Install the 1/2" NPT close nipple (11/8" long) into drain. INSTALLATION STARTUP PROCEDURE 5. Install 1/2" NPT 90° elbow onto pipe nipple. : The steamer and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the steamer. The cooking compartment contains live steam and hot water. Stay clear when opening the door. 6. Re-use hose barb. 7. Install hose barb into elbow with clamp, cut to desired length or route to drain.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER 5. Close the compartment door and wait approximately 10 minutes for unit to preheat. ELEVATION (FT) DIGITAL THERMOMETER - °F (C) 6. Rotate the Timer to 5 minutes. The Timer will not start counting down until the cavity has reached preheat temperature. Sea Level 210 (99) 1,000 208 (98) 2,000 206 (97) 7. When the timer returns to 0, a buzzer will sound signaling the end of the cooking cycle. To silence the buzzer, turn the Timer dial to the OFF position.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER NOTE: Temperature Control is configured by vendor to Fahrenheit and cannot be changed to Celsius. The display indicates set point temperature only. 5. Record temperature reading from meter when load light goes out. a. Wait 3 seconds after releasing the knob for the selection to be saved in memory. Display will blink momentarily to indicate temperature is saved. a. If recorded temperature is correct, no adjustment is necessary. 6.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER OPERATION OPERATING THE STEAMER CONTROLS 1. Push the the drain lever in to close the drain valve. : The steamer and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the steamer. The cooking compartment contains live steam and hot water. Stay clear when opening the door. 2. Open the door and pour water into the cooking compartment up to the water level mark. The water level mark is visible on the back wall of the steamer. Unit capacity is 3 gallons.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER SHUTDOWN EXTENDED SHUTDOWN 1. Rotate Timer to OFF position. 1. Fully depress Power Switch to OFF position. 2. Fully depress Power Switch to OFF position. 2. Clean the interior and exterior of unit. 3. Leave door open. 3. Allow steamer to cool. 4. Open the drain valve and drain the water from steamer. 4. Disconnect power. 5. Open the compartment door to allow the inside to dry. 6. Follow cleaning instructions in this manual.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER CLEANING COOKING COMPARTMENT DRAIN Remove any particles or debris that may be blocking the drain. Make a solution of warm water with non-chloride detergent and pour 1 /2 gallon (1.9 liters) of it down the compartment drain. Rinse by pouring 1/2 gallon (1.9 liters) of hot water down the compartment drain. Thoroughly clean the exposed surfaces (sides, front, door and top) with a damp cloth and polish with a clean cloth daily. To remove discolorations, use a nonabrasive cleaner.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER Stainless Steel Equipment Care and Cleaning Contrary to popular belief, stainless steels ARE susceptible to rusting. Corrosion on metals is everywhere. It is recognized quickly on iron and steel as unsightly yellow/orange rust. Such metals are called “active” because they actively corrode in a natural environment when their atoms combine with oxygen to form rust.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER 4. Treat your water. Though this is not always practical, softening hard water can do much to reduce deposits. There are certain filters that can be installed to remove distasteful and corrosive elements. To insure proper water treatment, call a treatment specialist. 7. Never use hydrochloric acid (muriatic acid) on stainless steel. 8. Regularly restore/passivate stainless steel. Recommended cleaners for specific situations 5. Keep your food equipment clean.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER Developed by Packer Engineering, Naperville, Ill., an independent testing laboratory. MAINTENANCE 2. Plastic or rubber gloves. 3. Safety goggles or face shield. 4. Spray bottle. : The steamer and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning or servicing the steamer. The cooking compartment contains live steam and hot water. Stay clear when opening the door. 5. 1-gallon container for mixing the deliming solution. Steamer must be cleaned daily. See CLEANING section.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER COOKING HINTS The steamer efficiently cooks vegetables and other foods for immediate serving. Steam cooking should be carefully time controlled. Keep hot food holding-time to a minimum to produce the most appetizing results. Prepare small batches. Cook only enough to start serving, then cook additional amounts to meet demand. Acceptable Pan Sizes The steamer accommodates combinations of full, half and one-third size pans, solid or perforated.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER PRODUCTS TO BE COOKED IN SOLID PANS PRODUCT TIME (Minutes) WEIGHT PER PAN Eggs, Scrambled 9 to 12 8 doz. Rice, Long Grain (Cover with 4 cups water/lb.) 23 to 25 2 lbs. Pasta (Place perforated pan inside solid pan, cover with cold water) Spaghetti Regular/Vermicelli Macaroni - Shells/Elbows Noodles - 1/2" Wide Lasagna Noodles 10 to 15 13 to 18 10 to 15 13 to 18 Frozen Casseroles, Lasagna 33 to 35 Full Pan Meat Loaf, 3-5 Lb. Each 38 to 40 15 lbs.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER PRODUCTS TO BE COOKED IN PERFORATED PANS PRODUCT TIME (Minutes) WEIGHT PER PAN SEAFOOD Clams Frozen Fresh, Cherrystone 9 to 12 4 to 6 3 doz. 3 doz. King Crab, Frozen Claws Legs 3 to 4 3 to 6 21/2 lbs. 41/2 lbs. Lobster Tail, Frozen 5 to 6 10 lbs. Lobster, Live, 10" - 12" 4 to 5 4 Per Pan Salmon Fillets, Frozen, 8 ounce each 4 to 5 71/2 lbs. Scallops, Fresh 3 to 4 3 lbs. Scrod Fillets, Fresh 3 to 5 4 lbs. 14 to 15 8 to 10 5 to 8 4 doz. 4 doz. 4 doz.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER PRODUCT TIME (Minutes) WEIGHT PER PAN VEGETABLES (Cont’d.) Broccoli Spears, Frozen Spears, Fresh Flowerettes, Frozen 6 to 8 4 to 6 4 to 6 4 lbs. 5 lbs. 5 lbs. Cabbage, Fresh, 1/6 Cut 6 to 8 5 lbs. Carrots Baby Whole, Frozen Crinkle Cut, Frozen Sliced, Fresh 6 to 8 7 to 8 9 to 11 7 lbs. 4 lbs. 9 lbs. Cauliflower, Flowerettes Frozen Fresh 4 to 6 7 to 8 4 lbs. 5 lbs. Celery, 1" Diagonal Cut 5 to 7 5 lbs.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS Steamer not steaming Steamer not steaming properly Door leaks Water does not drain properly Water foaming POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY No main power source. Check the power source. Door is open. Close door. Power switch in OFF position. Set power switch to ON. Timer is off. Set Timer. Needs water. Add water. Excessive scale buildup in the cavity well. Descale the steamer (see REMOVAL OF LIME SCALE DEPOSITS). Not connected to correct voltage.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION To obtain service and parts information concerning this model, contact the Authorized Vulcan Servicer in your area. Refer to our website, www.hobartcorp.com for a complete listing of Authorized Service and Parts depots.
HC24EO SERIES STEAMER (05-10) — 24 — PRINTED IN U.S.A.
