TDB/6 Domestic STEAM JACKETED KETTLE
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1. lt gt L 2 O OM TDB 6 15 PARTS LIST TDB 6 10 16 OM TDB 6 To order parts contact your Groen Authorized Service Agent Supply the model designation serial PARTS LIST TDB 6 10 number part description part number guantity and when applicable voltage and phase Key Description 1 O ON DO BW NO A 42 2 2 2 a DOO ON OA xk kk x ERR Water Fill Assembly Safety Valve Check Valve Pressure Gauge Knob Handle amp Ball Knob Assembly Kettle Body Assembly Glass Water Level Knob Thermostat Base and Pedestal Assembly Light Red Pedestal Weldment Electrical Mount Assembly Tilt Switch Contactor Ground Terminal Terminal Block Fuse Holder Fuse 3 Amp Water Level Board Thermostat High Thermostat Water Level Probe Element Cover Element Housing Cover Side Pedestal Cover Top Pedestal Overlay Operating Instructions Harness Wire Part No 096914 097005 096915 084208 012691 012695 MS2978 008742 002868 131883 016028 096929 131887 002982 009178 002863 003887 002944 002945 0962. DANGER WARNING WARNING CAUTION WARNING WARNING CAUTION WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING OM TDB 6 BE SURE ALL OPERATORS READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN THE COMMERCIAL HEATING COOKING AND HOLDING OF WATER AND FOOD PRODUCTS PER THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ANY OTHER USE COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE EGUIPMENT AND WILL VOID WARRANTY KETTLE MUST BE INSTALLED BY PERSONNEL GUALIFIED TO WORK WITH ELECTRICITY IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND OR DAMAGE TO EGUIPMENT ELECTRICALLY GROUND THE UNIT AT THE TERMINAL PROVIDED FAILURE TO GROUND UNIT COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT EGUIPMENT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS DO NOT OVER FILL THE KETTLE WHEN COOKING HOLDING OR CLEANING KEEP LIQUIDS A MINIMUM OF 2 3 5 8 cm BELOW THE KETTLE BODY RIM TO ALLOW CLEARANCE FOR STIRRING BOILING AND SAFE PRODUCT TRANSFER TAKE SPECIAL CARE TO AVOID CONTACT WITH HOT KETTLE BODY OR HOT PRODUCT WHEN ADDING INGREDIENTS STIRRING OR TRANSFERRING PRODUCT TO ANOTHER CONTAINER WHEN TILTING KETTLE FOR PRODUCT TRANSFER 1 WEAR PROTECTIVE OVEN MITT AND PRO
3. CLOTHING CAREFULLY READ THE WARNINGS AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE LABEL OF THE CLEANER TO BE USED CAUTION USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY GROEN OR THEIR AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS CAN CAUSE OPERATOR INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE EGUIPMENT AND WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES IMPORTANT SERVICE PERFORMED BY OTHER THAN FACTORY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL WILL VOID WARRANTIES WARNING DO NOT HEAT AN EMPTY KETTLE EXCESSIVE STEAM PRESSURE COULD DEVELOP Table of Contents IMPORTANT OPERATOR WARNINGS 4 024 2 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION ng post ge AR GO na hinein Biss 4 INSPECTION AND UNPACKING 5 INSTALLATION pute Sis a da a a DU TD dete al o RR GL bd save mett 5 INITIAL STARTUP Sean aaa GW dT a En wee Cada Redes dee Rd Rr x deg o 6 OPERATION 2 dod a ob ddyd AA A A DD DG 7 SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 22 de a ehe a Y YA e qui Re ae 9 CLEANING RAF had in ANFONAF bbe m badges amp NAWN 10 MAINTENANCE eR RE oath ent rea Biip ee ad 12 TROUBLESHOOTING lt lt cosas Rud Su Lac AN bes kamera ne de ada ens stan 14 PARTS UIST o PE ICD satus cng GT GOD AG NOU 15 WIRING DIAGRAM 25 22 d deu bao e Den ddo GRUG Pe ee Rare dB DUO nee ee 18 REFERENGE
4. the materials Attach the tilt handle normally shipped inside the kettle by carefully threading it into the socket on the trunnion support Be careful to avoid cross threading fine socket threads Installation The Groen Kettle is provided with complete internal wiring It is ready for immediate connection A wiring diagram is provided in this manual and on the inside of the control housing service panel WARNING INSTALLATION OF THE KETTLE MUST BE DONE BY PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO WORK WITH ELECTRICITY IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT The completed unit has been operated at the factory to test all controls and heater elements 1 Set the kettle in place and level it The base must be securely fastened to a table or work surface Installation under a ventilation hood is recommended 2 Provide electrical power as specified on the electrical information plate attached to the equipment Observe local codes and or The National Electrical Code in accordance with ANSI NFPA 70 current edition 3 Bringing the electrical service through the entrance at the rear of the support housing making a watertight connection with the incoming lines A BX connection is not recommended DANGER ELECTRICALLY GROUND THE UNIT AT THE TERMINAL PROVIDED FAILURE TO GROUND UNIT COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH KETTLE MUST BE BOLTED DOWN BEFORE USE REMOVE WARNING LABEL A
5. the unit See the Operation section of this manual GR b When the pressure vacuum gauge The pressure gauge should show a vacuum reaches a positive pressure reading of five of 20 to 30 inches when the kettle is cold PSI release the entrapped air and steam by pulling up on the safety valve ring for it does not see Jacket Vacuum at right about 1 second Let the pull ring snap back into the closed position Repeat this b Also check jacket water level every day step immediately after the gauge again It should be between the minimum reads five PSI maximum marks on the gauge glass If the level is low see Jacket Filling and Water Treatment on page 13 CWARNING gt AVOID STEAM c Ensure that wiring is securely connected CONTACT and in good condition WARNING d Keep the inside of the support housing AVOID ANY EXPOSURE TO THE STEAM clean BLOWING OUT OF THE SAFETY VALVE Test the safety valve at least twice each DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS month Test the valve with the kettle 12 OM TDB 6 3 Jacket Filling and Water Treatment a The jacket was charged at the factory with the proper amount of treated water You may need to restore the water to its proper level b either because water was lost as steam during venting or because treated water was lost by draining a If you are replacing water lost as steam use distilled water If you are replacing treated wat
6. wires X Tilt cut off switch X That pressure switch is open X Operation of variable thermostat X Low water cutoff X Kettle will not heat but heating Contactor X indicator comes on i Heater elements with ohmmeter for ground short or open element If element is defective call Groen X Kettle continues heating after it reaches the desired temperature b Thermostat circuit for short X c Thermostat operation The thermostat should click when the dial is rotated above and below the setting for the temperature of the kettle X d Contactor to determine whether it is energized or stuck X Kettle stops heating before it reaches the desired temperature b Thermostat calibration X c Thermostat operation The thermostat should click when the dial is rotated above and below the setting for the temperature of the kettle X d Pressure switch setting X Kettle heats slowly b Heater elements with ohmmeter for ground short or open element If an element is defective call Groen X Voltage of main power source X Safety valve pops b Pressure switch setting X c Thermostat operation Thermostat should click when the dial is rotated above and below the setting for the temperature of the kettle X d Safety valve If the valve pops at pressures below 49 PSI replace it X e Contactor to determine whether it is de energized X 14 OM TDB 6 PARTS LIST TDB 6 10
7. 925 004588 012313 096959 011094 002915 131982 131886 135735 148534 X Item not depicted called out in drawing or photograph OM TDB 6 17 WIRING DIAGRAM TDB 6 10E 14 AWG ALL WIRES 18 AWG UNLESS NOTED TERMINAL BLOCK WHITE 14 AWG 200 C WIRE H1 WATER LEVEL BOARD YEL 192 TS1 TILT GREEN LS2 O OVERTEMP THERMOSTAT 14 AWG PILOT LIGHT TC2 TC1 THERMOSTAT HEATING ELEMENT 208 VOLT 240 VOLT 777 groen P N 148543 REV A OM TDB 6 18 References KLENZADE SALES CENTER ECOLAB Inc 370 Wabasha St Paul Minnesota 55102 800 352 5326 or 612 293 2233 NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION 60 Battery March Park Quincy Massachusetts 02269 NFPA 7O The National Electrical Code NSF INTERNATIONAL 789 N Dixboro Rd P O Box 130140 Ann Arbor Michigan 48113 0140 UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC 333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook lllinois 60062 ZEP MANUFACTURING CO 1310 T Seaboard Industrial Blvd Atlanta Georgia 30318 OM TDB 6 19 Service Log Model No Purchased From Serial No Location Date Purchased Date Installed Purchase Order No For Service Call Maintenance Performed Performed by 20 OM TDB 6 Limited Warranty To Commercial Purchasers Domestic U S Hawaii amp Canadian Sales Only Groen Foodservice Equipment Groen Equipment has been skillfully manufactured carefully inspected and packaged
8. FTER INSTALLATION 4 Apply a small bead of silicone caulk around the perimeter of the kettle base 5 Confirm that the jacket water level is between the marks on the gauge glass If the level is low follow the instructions under Jacket Filling and Water Treatment in the Maintenance section of this manual 6 The open end of the elbow on the outlet of the safety valve must be directed downward If it is not turn the elbow to the correct position 7 Any mechanical or electrical change must be approved by the Groen Food Service Engineering Department OM TDB 6 Initial Start Up IMPORTANT BE SURE OPERATORS READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTIONS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL HOT SURFACES Now that the kettle has been installed you should test it to ensure that the unit is operating correctly 1 Remove all literature and packing materials from inside and outside of the unit WARNING 2 Tum on the electrical service to the unit AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD 3 Pour 1 2 quarts of water into the kettle RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS 4 Following To Start Kettle instructions in the AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT Operation section of this manual begin FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT heating the water at the highest thermostat CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE setting The heating indicator light shou
9. KIN CONTACT WITH HOT CONTAINER AND ITS CONTENTS OM TDB 6 7 CCAUTION gt REEF WORK AREA CLEAN CAUTION KEEP FLOORS IN FRONT OF THE KETTLE AREA CLEAN AND DRY CLEAN SPILLS AT ONCE TO AVOID SLIPS OR FALLS C To Shut Down Kettle 1 Turn the thermostat dial to OFF 2 For prolonged shut down or before cleaning the outside of the unit shut off the power supply to the unit D Use of Common Accessories 1 Lift Off Cover As with stock pot cooking an optional lift off cover can speed heating of water and food products It helps retain heat in the cooking vessel and reduces the heat and humidity released into the kitchen Use of a cover can reduce some product cook times and help maintain the temperature color and texture of products being held or simmered for extended periods Make sure plastic ball handle is secure on the lift off cover before using ALWAYS use the plastic handle to place or remove the cover from the kettle Wear protective oven mitts and a protective apron When putting the cover on the kettle position it on top of kettle rim with its flat edge facing the pouring lip WARMING HOT SURFACES WARNING AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS OM TDB 6 When removing cover a Firmly grasp the plastic handl
10. OPERATOR SERVICE MANUAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION KEEP FOR OPERATOR This manual provides information for TDB 6 Domestic STEAM JACKETED KETTLE Self Contained Electrically Heated Table Top Mounted Tilting 82 THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL WARNING Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liguids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance NOTIFY CARRIER OF DAMAGE AT ONCE It is the responsibility of the consignee to inspect the container upon receipt of same and to determine the possibility of any damage including concealed dam age Unified Brands suggests that if you are suspicious of damage to make a notation on the delivery receipt It will be the responsibility of the consignee to file a claim with the carrier We recommend that you do so at once Manufacture Service Guestions 888 994 7636 Information contained in this document is known to be current and accurate at the time Wal of printing creation Unified Brands recommends referencing our product line websites Vance ee aes unifiedbrands net for the most updated product information and specifications i A D BevER COMPANY 1055 Mendell Davis Drive Jackson MS 39272 888 994 7636 fax 888 864 7636 groen com PART NUMBER 148732 REV E 9 09 IMPORTANT READ FIRST IMPORTANT CAUTION WARNING WARNING
11. P WATER AND SOLUTIONS AWAY FROM CONTROLS AND ELECTRICAL EGUIPMENT NEVER SPRAY SUPPORT HOUSING OR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION MOST CLEANERS ARE HARMFUL TO THE SKINN EYES MUCOUS MEMBRANES AND CLOTHING PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN WEAR RUBBER GLOVES GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING READ THE WARNINGS AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE LABEL OF THE CLEANER CAREFULLY 3 Procedure a Clean food contact surfaces as soon as possible after use If the unit is in continuous use thoroughly clean and sanitize the interior and exterior at least once every 12 hours WARNING HOT SURFACES WARNING AVOID ANY DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS OM TDB 6 b Scrape and flush out food residues Be careful not to scratch the kettle with metal implements c Prepare a hot solution of the detergent cleaning compound as instructed by the supplier Clean the unit thoroughly A cloth moistened with cleaning solution can be used to clean controls housings and electrical conduits d Rinse the kettle thoroughly with hot water then drain completely e As part of the daily cleaning program clean soiled external and internal surfaces Remember to check the sides of the unit and control housing f To remove stuck materials use a brush sponge cloth plastic or rubber scraper or plastic wool with the cleaning solution To reduce effort reguired in wa
12. S 2 4 TE 19 SERVICE LOG un ae ee A dyd RR A Ie Beige 20 WARRANTY yne gaii eee eret eet en DE era rain 21 OM TDB 6 3 Eguipment Description The Groen TDB 6 is a table top tilting steam A built in steam generator sized for the kettle jacketed kettle with a thermostatically controlled capacity and heated by electricity delivers steam self contained electrically heated steam supply into the jacket Airless operation of the steam and appropriate controls mounted on a sturdy jacket permits uniform efficient heating at base temperatures as low as 150 F and as high as 295 F In addition to the adjustable thermostat for The body of the TDB 6 Kettle is constructed of operating control the unit has a tilt cut off switch stainless steel welded into one solid piece The low water control safety valve and pressure kettle is furnished with a reinforced rim and a switch as safety features A heating indicator butterfly shaped pouring lip It has a steam jacket light pressure gauge and sight glass are rated for working pressures up to 50 PSI Kettle provided for monitoring kettle operation finish is 180 emery grit on the inside and bright semi deluxe on the outside A tilt handle allows A single electrical connection is reguired for the operator to manually tilt the kettle body in a installation The unit employs single phase 208 or controlled manner Pouring height accepts pans 240 volt power up to 4 inches high
13. TECTIVE APRON 2 USE CONTAINER DEEP ENOUGH TO CONTAIN AND MINIMIZE PRODUCT SPLASHING 3 PLACE CONTAINER ON STABLE FLAT SURFACE AS CLOSE TO KETTLE AS POSSIBLE 4 STAND TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF KETTLE DEPENDING ON TILTING HANDLE PLACEMENT WHILE POURING DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY IN POUR PATH OF HOT CONTENTS 5 POUR SLOWLY MAINT AIN CONTROL OF KETTLE BODY HANDLE AT ALL TIMES AND RETURN KETTLE BODY TO UPRIGHT POSITION AFTER CONTAINER IS FILLED OR TRANSFER IS COMPLETE 6 DO NOT OVER FILL CONTAINER AVOID DIRECT SKIN CONTACT WITH HOT CONTAINER AND ITS CONTENTS KEEP FLOORS IN FRONT OF KETTLE WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY IF SPILLS OCCUR CLEAN IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID SLIPS OR FALLS FAILURE TO CHECK SAFETY VALVE OPERATION PERIODICALLY COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND OR DAMAGE TO EGUIPMENT WHEN TESTING AVOID ANY EXPOSURE TO THE STEAM BLOWING OUT OF THE SAFETY VALVE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS TO AVOID INJURY READ AND FOLLOW ALL PRECAUTIONS STATED ON THE LABEL OF THE WATER TREATMENT COMPOUND BEFORE REPLACING ANY PARTS DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM THE ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY IMPORTANT READ FIRST IMPORTANT WARNING KEEP WATER AND SOLUTIONS OUT OF CONTROLS AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT NEVER SPRAY OR HOSE THE SUPPORT HOUSING OR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS CAUTION MOST CLEANERS ARE HARMFUL TO THE SKIN EYES MUCOUS MEMBRANES AND CLOTHING PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN WEAR RUBBER GLOVES GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD AND PROTECTIVE
14. This turns off the heating element light and stops the heaters As soon as the thermostat senses that the kettle is cooling below the set point the thermostat switch closes and the heaters come on again The heating element will cycle ON OFF continually to maintain the kettle set temperature Every time the kettle is tilted the tilt cut off switch interrupts the power supply to the heaters so that the heating elements will not operate while not submerged in the jacket water If steam pressure greater than 50 PSI is generated in the jacket the safety valve will open and relieve the excess pressure In the event that the jacket water level gets too low and the heating elements overheat the low water control will open and shut off power to the elements Setting the operating thermostat dial to OFF shuts down all control and heating circuits OM TDB 6 9 Cleaning 1 Suggested Tools a Cleaner such as Klenzade HC 10 or HC 32 from ECOLAB Inc b Kettle brushes in good condition c Sanitizer such as Klenzade XY 12 d Film remover such as Klenzade LC 30 e Stainless steel cleaner such as Zepper from Zep Manufacturing Co NOTE See Reference Section for information about purchasing these cleaners 2 Precautions Before cleaning shut off the kettle by turning the thermostat dial to OFF Shut off electric power to the unit at a remote switch such as the circuit breaker WARNING KEE
15. e b Lift rear edge farthest from operator 1 2 3 5 cm to allow any steam and water vapor to escape the cooking vessel Wait 2 3 seconds Tilt cover to 45 60 angle and allow any hot condensate or product to roll off cover back into kettle d Remove the cover ensuring that any remaining hot condensate or product does not drip on operator floor or work surfaces e Place cover on safe flat sanitary out of the way surface or return to kettle rim CAUTION DO NOT TILT KETTLE BODY WITH COVER IN PLACE COVER MAY SLIDE OFF CAUSING INJURY TO OPERATOR Basket Insert An optional kettle basket insert can assist in cooking boiled products including eggs potatoes vegetables shellfish pasta and rice The nylon mesh liner must be used when cooking products smaller than the mesh size of the basket approximately 74 6 mm such as rice and small pasta shapes Tips For Use a Allow for water displacement of basket and product This may mean only filling the kettle half full of water Test basket and product displacement with the kettle OFF and with cold water in the kettle CAUTION DO NOT OVERFILL THE KETTLE WHEN COOKING HOLDING OR CLEANING KEEP LIQUIDS 2 3 5 8 cm BELOW THE KETTLE BODY RIM TO ALLOW CLEARANCE FOR STIRRING BOILING AND SAFE PRODUCT TRANSFER b Load basket on a level stable work surface c Liftthe loaded basket with both hands Get help from another person if the ba
16. ed manner Grasp the insulated plastic ball firmly Maintain a firm grip on handle when tilting while keeping kettle body in a tilted position and when SLOWLY returning the kettle body to an upright position CCAUTION 3 KC WARNING KEEP WORK HOT e AALA CLEAN SURFACES WARNING AVOID ALL CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS TAKE SPECIAL CARE TO AVOID CONTACT WITH HOT KETTLE BODY OR HOT PRODUCT WHEN ADDING INGREDIENTS STIRRING OR TRANSFERRING PRODUCT TO ANOTHER CONTAINER CAUTION DO NOT OVERFILL THE KETTLE WHEN COOKING HOLDING OR CLEANING KEEP LlOUIDS AT LEAST 2 3 5 8 cm BELOW THE KETTLE BODY RIM TO ALLOW CLEARANCE FOR STIRRING BOILING PRODUCT AND SAFE TRANSFER WARNING WHEN TILTING KETTLE FOR PRODUCT TRANSFER 3 WEAR PROTECTIVE OVEN MITT AND PROTECTIVE APRON 2 USE CONTAINER DEEP ENOUGH TO CONTAIN AND MINIMIZE PRODUCT SPLASHING 3 PLACE CONTAINER ON STABLE FLAT SURFACE AS CLOSE TO KETTLE AS POSSIBLE 4 STAND TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF KETTLE DEPENDING TILTING HANDLE PLACEMENT WHILE POURING NOT DIRECTLY IN POUR PATH OF HOT CONTENTS POUR SLOWLY MAINTAIN CONTROL OF KETTLE BODY HANDLE AT ALL TIMES AND RETURN KETTLE BODY TO UPRIGHT POSITION AFTER CONTAINER IS FILLED OR TRANSFER IS COMPLETE DO NOT OVERFILL CONTAINER AVOID DIRECT S
17. er that ran out of the jacket prepare more treated water as directed in step 4 i Water Treatment Procedure d CAUTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING STEP 3b VERIFY THAT THE PRESSURE GAUGE SHOWS ZERO OR A VACUUM IF THE GAUGE SHOWS A READING HIGHER THAN ZERO PSIG RELIEVE THE PRESSURE BY CAREFULLY PULLING THE SAFETY VALVE RING b Allow the kettle to cool completely Turn the elbow on the safety valve counterclockwise to avoid thread damage until the opening of the elbow faces upward c Open the safety valve and pour the water or treated water in at the elbow until the water level rises to a point between the marks on the gauge glass CAUTION BEFORE YOU HEAT THE KETTLE FOR ANY PURPOSE TURN THE ELBOW CLOCKWISE UNTIL THE OPENING AGAIN FACES DOWNWARD d Airintroduced to the jacket during the filling operation must be removed to obtain efficient heating See Jacket Vacuum on page 12 4 Water Treatment Procedure WARNING TO AVOID INJURY READ AND FOLLOW ALL PRECAUTIONS STATED ON THE LABEL OF THE WATER TREATMENT COMPOUND Place one quart of water in the mixing container Distilled water is recommended Hang a strip of pH test paper on the rim of the container with about 1 inch of the strip below the surface of the water Measure the water treatment compound Groen part number 110324 you will be using One way to do this is to add the compound from a measuring cup Stir the water continuously wh
18. ile you slowly add water treatment compound until the water reaches a pH between 10 5 and 11 5 Judge the pH by freguently comparing the color of the test strip with the color chart provided in the pH test kit If you have difficult matching colors use an electro analytical device to check or ask another person to help you Record the exact amounts of water and treatment compound used These amounts may be used again if the same sources of water and compound are employed to refill the jacket in the future However it is advisable to check the pH every time treated water is prepared OM TDB 6 13 Troubleshooting Your Groen kettle will operate smoothly and efficiently if properly maintained However the following is a list of checks to make in the event of a problem Wiring diagrams are furnished inside the service panel Items marked with an X should only be performed by a gualified Groen Service Representative USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY GROEN OR THEIR AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS CAN CAUSE INJURY TO THE OPERATOR AND DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES SYMPTOM WHAT TO CHECK Items marked with X should only by done by a factory authorized service rep Kettle will not heat and heating User Electric power supply to the unit indicator will not come on Walter level in jacket Control circuit fuses Replace a blown fuse only with a fuse of the same AMP rating X For loose or broken
19. ld BURNS come on immediately and heating should continue until the water boils 5 To shut down the unit turn the thermostat dial to OFF If the unit functions as described above it is ready for use If the unit does not function as intended contact your local Groen Certified Service Agency A simple turn of the thermostat controls the Groen TDB 6 Kettle OM TDB 6 Operation THERMOSTAT PRESSURE DIAL Z GAUGE INDICATOR CN SAFETY LIGHT bm VALVE ur N IN WATER HOUSING LEVEL GAUGE BEHIND HOUSING The operator controls kettle heating with the thermostat dial The dial turns heating element electric power on or off and sets the operating temperature of the kettle A To Start Kettle 1 EVERY DAY make sure that the jacket water level is between the marks on the gauge glass If the level is below the lower mark see Jacket Filling and Water Treatment on page 13 of this manual 2 Check the pressure gauge If the gauge does not show 20 to 30 inches of vacuum that is a reading of 20 to 30 below 0 see Jacket Vacuum on page 12 of this manual 3 Turn on the electrical power to the unit the contactor will energize and the Indicator Light will illuminate 4 Turn the thermostat dial to the desired temperature setting The kettle will then heat to that set point temperature B To Transfer Product or Empty Kettle The kettle is designed and manufactured to be tilted in a controll
20. on the table top KETTLE CHARACTERISTICS Kettle Capacity 10 Ouarts Diameter 12 inches Accessory eguipment includes 1 Lift off cover Basket insert 3 TS 9 Stand which holds a pan for filling see illustration at right 4 Faucets J TDB 6 mounted on optional TS 9S stand OM TDB 6 Inspection and Unpacking The unit will arrive in a heavy shipping carton and will be attached to a skid Immediately upon receipt inspect the carton carefully for exterior damage CAUTION SHIPPING STRAPS ARE UNDER TENSION AND CAN SNAP BACK WHEN CUT TAKE CARE TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE UNIT BY STAPLES LEFT IN THE WALLS OF THE CARTON Carefully cut the polyester straps around the carton and detach the sides of the box from the skid Pull the carton up off the unit Thoroughly inspect the unit for concealed damage Report any shipping damage or incorrect shipments to the delivery agent Write down the model number serial number and installation date and file this information for future reference Space for these entries is provided at the top of the Service Log at the back of this manual CAUTION THIS UNIT WEIGHS 50 LB 23 KG INSTALLER SHOULD OBTAIN HELP AS NEEDED TO LlFT THIS WEIGHT SAFELY When installation is to begin carefully cut the straps which hold the unit on the skid Lift the unit straight up off the skid Examine packing materials to be sure loose parts are not discarded with
21. r has a trained technical staff with laboratory facilities to serve you OM TDB 6 11 Maintenance NOTICE Contact Groen or an authorized Groen representative when repairs are reguired 1 Periodic Maintenance operating at five PSI by lifting the test lever to release steam A Maintenance amp Service Log is provided at the back of this manual with the warranty WARNING D information Each time maintenance is td 2 4 performed on your Groen kettle enter the date on which the work was done what was done and who did it Keep this manual on file and available for operators to use AVOID STEAM CONTACT WARNING WHEN TESTING AVOID ANY EXPOSURE TO THE STEAM BLOWING OUT OF THE SAFETY VALVE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS Periodic inspection will minimize equipment down time and increase efficiency of operation Check the following points a Check the pressure vacuum gauge every day The gauge should show a vacuum of Then release the lever and let the valve 20 to 30 inches when the kettle is cold If snap shut If the lever does not activate or there is no evidence of discharge or the valve leaks immediately discontinue use of the kettle and contact a qualified Groen service representative 2 Jacket Vacuum When the kettle is cold a positive pressure reading or a reading near zero on the pressure vacuum gauge indicates air in the jacket This slows down heating of the kettle To remove air a Start
22. shing let veg Use a sponge cloth or plastic brush to clean the kettle oun Scrapers or steel wool can harm the kettle surface the detergent solution sit in the kettle and soak into the residue Do NOT use abrasive materials or metal tools that might scratch the surface Scratches make the surface harder to clean and provide places for bacteria to grow Do NOT use steel wool which may leave particles in the surface and cause eventual corrosion and pitting The outside of the unit may be polished with a stainless steel cleaner such as Zepper from Zep Manufacturing Co When eguipment needs to be sanitized use a solution eguivalent to one that supplies 200 parts per million available chlorine Obtain advice on sanitizing agents from your supplier of sanitizing products Following the supplier s instructions apply the agent after the unit has been cleaned and drained Rinse off the sanitizer thoroughly It is recommended that each piece of eguipment be sanitized just before use If there is difficulty removing mineral deposits or a film left by hard water or food residues clean the kettle thoroughly and use a deliming agent like Groen Delimer Descaler Part Number 114800 or Lime Away6 from Ecolab in accordance with the manufacturer s directions Rinse and drain the unit before further use If cleaning problems persist contact your cleaning product representative for assistance The supplie
23. sket is too heavy for safe handling d Slowly lower product into kettle HOT SC SURFACES WARNING AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT SURFACES DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS WARNING AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS e When removing basket with cooked product lift basket straight up so the bottom of the basket clears the rim and pouring lip Wear protective oven mitts and a protective apron f Allow hot water to fully drain from product before moving the basket away from the kettle Do not rest kettle basket on the kettle rim or pouring lip If basket is too heavy get help from another person Remove product immediately from the basket into another container being sure to avoid contact with hot product and hot basket or g Place basket with food on stable flat surface setting it inside a solid steamer or bake pan to catch any remaining hot water draining from product Sequence of Operation The following action reaction outline is provided to help the user understand how the eguipment works When the operator starts up the kettle by turning the operating thermostat dial from OFF to a desired setting the thermostat switch closes This lets power flow to the heater element When the temperature of the steam jacket reaches the value corresponding to the dial setting the thermostat switch opens
24. to meet rigid standards of excellence Groen warrants its Eguipment to be free from defects in material and workmanship for 12 twelve months with the following conditions and subject to the following limitations VI This parts and labor warranty is limited to Groen Equipment sold to the original commercial purchaser users but not original equipment manufacturers at its original place of installation in the continental United States Hawaii and Canada Damage during shipment is to be reported to the carrier is not covered under this warranty and is the sole responsibility of purchaser user Groen or an authorized service representative will repair or replace at Groen s sole election any Groen Eguipment including but not limited to drawoff valves safety valves gas and electric components found to be defective during the warranty period As to warranty service in the territory described above Groen will absorb labor and portal to portal transportation costs time amp mileage for the first twelve 12 months from date of installation or fifteen 15 months from date of shipment from Groen This warranty does not cover boiler maintenance calibration periodic adjustments as specified in operating instructions or manuals and consumable parts such as scraper blades gaskets packing etc or labor costs incurred for removal of adjacent eguipment or objects to gain access to Groen Eguipment This warranty does not cover defects ca
25. used by improper installation abuse careless operation or improper maintenance of eguipment This warranty does not cover damage caused by poor water guality or improper boiler maintenance THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE EACH OF WHICH IS HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED THE REMEDIES DESCRIBED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL GROEN BE LlABLE FOR SPECIAL CONSEGUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR THE BREACH OR DELAY IN PERFORMANCE OF THIS WARRANTY Groen Eguipment is for commercial use only If sold as a component of another O E M manufacturer s eguipment or if used as a consumer product such Eguipment is sold AS IS and without any warranty Covers All Foodservice Equipment Ordered After October 1 1995 OM TDB 6 21 NOTES 22 OM TDB 6 NOTES OM TDB 6 23 groen 1055 Mendell Davis Drive Jackson MS 39272 888 994 7636 601 372 3903 Fax 888 864 7636 groen com PART NUMBER 148732 REV E 9 09
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