Vulcan Hart Fondue Maker VCM24 ML 135124 User Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL FOR  
Cheesemelters  
MODELS  
MLS  
VCM24  
VCM34  
VCM36  
VCM48  
VCM60  
VCM72  
ML-135124  
ML-135123  
ML-135126  
ML-135127  
ML-135128  
ML-135129  
MODELS  
MLS  
CMJ24  
CMJ34  
CMJ36  
CMJ48  
CMJ60  
CMJ72  
ML-135124  
ML-135123  
ML-135126  
ML-135127  
ML-135128  
ML-135129  
ITW Food Equipment Group, LLC  
An Illinois Tool Works Company  
FORM F-36954 (06-06)  
701 South Ridge Avenue, Troy, OH 45374  
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF  
CHEESEMELTERS  
GENERAL  
Cheesemelters are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation,  
usage and maintenance of your Cheesemelter will result in many years of satisfactory  
performance.  
Model  
Number of Burners  
BTU/hr Input Rating  
18,000  
VCM24, CMJ24  
VCM34, CMJ34  
VCM36, CMJ36  
VCM48, CMJ48  
VCM60, CMJ60  
VCM72, CMJ72  
1
1
1
2
2
2
24,000  
24,000  
18,000  
18,000 & 24,000  
24,000  
INSTALLATION  
Before installing, verify that the type of gas supply (natural or propane) agrees with the  
specifications on the rating plate located underneath the grease drip pan. If the supply  
and equipment requirements do not agree, do not proceed with the installation. Contact  
your dealer immediately.  
UNPACKING  
Immediately after unpacking, check for possible shipping damage. If the cheesemelter is  
found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days  
of delivery.  
Before installing, verify that the type of gas (natural or propane) and the clearance  
dimensions (see page 4) agree with the specifications on the rating plate which is located  
under the crumb tray on the right side.  
LOCATION  
The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances.  
Minimum Clearances  
Combustible Construction  
Non-Combustible Construction  
Back  
Sides  
Bottom  
2"  
20"  
10"  
0"  
0
4"  
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The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper  
operation. While another gas-fired cheesemelter can be placed adjacent to this  
Cheesemelter, there must be no obstruction to the front of the Cheesemelter. A minimum  
front clearance of 36" (91 cm) is required.  
Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Adequate clearance for air  
openings into the combustion chamber must be provided. Make sure there is an adequate  
supply of air in the room to replace air taken out by the ventilating system.  
Do not permit fans to blow directly at the Cheesemelter. Avoid wall-type fans which  
create air cross currents within the room. Avoid open windows next to the Cheesemelter.  
INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS  
The Cheesemelter 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 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169-7471  
3. NFPA Standard # 96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, latest edition, available  
from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.  
In Canada:  
1.Local codes.  
2.CAN/CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas Installation Code (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.  
ASSEMBLY  
Cheesemelters Mounted on a Counter (Fig. 1)  
Cheesemelters mounted on a counter must be equipped with 4" (10 cm) legs. The  
countertop must be of noncombustible construction. Place Cheesemelter in position, then  
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level. Unscrew the front legs from the chassis about /4" (6 mm) and remove the lower  
control panel for servicing.  
Cheesemelters Mounted on a Wall (Fig. 2)  
Secure brackets to the wall by means of lag screws or bolts. Make sure Cheesemelter is  
level and lag screws or bolts engage wall studs.  
Cheesemelter Mounted on Special Hi-Shelf (Fig. 3)  
If the Cheesemelter is to be mounted over a Gas Range, a reinforced hi-shelf and special  
mounting brackets are required. These are furnished when ordered as an elevated  
Cheesemelter.  
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Fig. 1  
Fig. 2  
Fig. 3  
1. Remove existing rear shelf and install the reinforced high shelf.  
2. Install mounting brackets on both top corners of reinforced shelf, using the four bolts  
provided.  
3. Place and align Cheesemelter on top of brackets; place the back of the unit flush  
with the rear of the shelf.  
4. Using a #19 drill bit, drill from below through the four holes provided on the mounting  
bracket into the base of the unit.  
5. Drive four #10-24 self-tapping screws (provided) into the drilled holes.  
6. Attach both Cheesemelter and high shelf to the common rear panel with self-tapping  
screws.  
GAS CONNECTIONS  
CAUTION: Gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound must be resistant  
to the action of propane gases.  
Location of the gas inlet is at the top right rear corner of the top panel. Codes require that  
a gas shutoff valve must be installed in the gas line ahead of the Cheesemelter.  
Connect gas supply (1/2“pipe minimum recommended size). Make sure the pipes are  
clean and free of obstructions.  
NATURAL GAS: Standard orifices are set at 6" W.C. A pressure regulator is supplied and  
must be installed when appliance is connected to gas supply.  
PROPANE GAS: Standard orifices are set at 10" W.C. A pressure regulator is supplied  
and must be installed when cheesemelter is connected to gas supply.  
Maximum line pressure for natural and propane gas is 14" W.C. Minimum line pressure is  
7" W.C. for natural gas and 11" W.C. for propane gas.  
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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. No further adjustment should be required.  
Install the regulator as close to the cheesemelter 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 cheesemelter (Fig. 2) and the regulator is positioned with the vent plug  
and adjustment screw upright (Fig. 3).  
Fig. 2  
Fig. 3  
The 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 cheesemelter be connected to supply  
pressure greater than ½ psig (3.45 kPa) or 14” W.C.  
TESTING THE GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM  
When gas supply pressure exceeds ½ psig (3.45 kPa), the Cheesemelter and its  
individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system.  
When gas supply pressure is ½ psig (3.45 kPa) or less, the Cheesemelter should be  
isolated from the gas supply system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve.  
FLUE CONNECTIONS  
DO NOT obstruct flow of flue gases from the flue located on the rear of the Cheesemelter.  
It is recommended that the flue gases be ventilated to the outside of the building through  
a ventilation system installed by qualified personnel.  
Information on the construction and installation of ventilating hoods may be obtained from  
the standard for "Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment," NFPA No. 96 (latest edition),  
available from The National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA  
02269.  
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OPERATION  
WARNING: THE CHEESEMELTER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. BE CAREFUL WHEN  
OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE CHEESEMELTER.  
CONTROLS  
Burner Valve  
— the burner valve regulates the flow of gas throughout the  
Cheesemelter. Gas flow is increased by turning the valve  
counterclockwise. After preheating, the maximum output is not  
required.  
Turn the valve clockwise until the desired  
performance is achieved.  
Sliding Shelves (Rack) — there are three rack positions. Place the shelf on the  
rack needed for Cheesemelting. For deeper, longer heat, use  
lower positions. For thinner foods, or faster cooking, use top  
shelves.  
Grease Pan (Drip Tray) —  
the grease pan collects grease and waste. Do not allow  
the grease pan to overflow. Empty the grease pan when three-  
quarters full to reduce the possibility of spillage.  
Pilot Adjustment Valve —  
regulates the flow of gas to the pilot burner.  
LIGHTING, RELIGHTING AND SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Turn gas shutoff valve and burner valve to the OFF position and wait 5 minutes.  
2. Turn gas shutoff valve ON. Light the pilot adjacent to the main burner. Adjust the pilot  
valve screw until the pilot flame has a slight yellow tip.  
3. After the pilot has been established, turn the burner valve to the ON position. The  
burner flames may be adjusted, using the air shutters located behind the louvered  
panel in the front of the broiler below the burner valve.  
4. If the burners fail to light, turn off all valves, wait 5 minutes and repeat steps 1-3.  
5. To shut down, turn the burner valves to the OFF position.  
PREHEATING  
Place the rack in its highest position.  
counterclockwise and preheat for 15 minutes.  
Turn the burner valve knob completely  
RECIPE AND RACK ADJUSTMENT  
Positioning the Cheesemelter rack is an important factor in the desired product end  
results. Position the rack farther away from the burners for thick casseroles and for  
melting cheese or butter to avoid drying the product. Position the rack closer to the  
burners for bacon, toast and quick heating, but watch carefully to avoid burning.  
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LOADING AND UNLOADING  
Place the rack in the desired position. Pull the rack out for loading. Load as quickly as  
possible and avoid spillage. Push the rack into place and cook for the appropriate time.  
Lower and pull the rack out for unloading.  
CLEANING  
Interior  
When the Cheesemelter is cool, remove rack. Clean the rack and drip tray daily by  
soaking in warm detergent water. Scrub with a stiff-bristled brush. Do not use harsh  
abrasives.  
After scrubbing, wash with soapy water, rinse and dry. Soap and water will normally do  
the job. Heavy spattering or spillovers may require cleaning with mild cleaner or soapy  
wet pads.  
Exterior  
When the Cheesemelter is cool, knobs and stainless steel surfaces may be cleaned with  
mild soap and water applied with a damp cloth. Rinse the surface with clean water and  
dry with a soft clean cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or strong liquid cleaners on  
stainless steel surfaces as they may damage the finish.  
Spray-On Cleaners  
Be careful when using spray-on cleaners. Some cleaners may contain caustics. Please  
follow cleaner manufacturer's instructions.  
MAINTENANCE  
WARNING: THE CHEESEMELTER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. BE CAREFUL WHEN  
OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE CHEESEMELTER.  
LUBRICATION  
All moving parts must be checked for wear and lubricated if necessary. Contact your local  
Service Agency.  
All valves and controls should be lubricated with a high-temperature grease by your local  
Service Agency.  
VENT  
Annually, when the Cheesemelter is cool, check the flue and clear any obstructions.  
SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION  
Contact the Service Agency in your area to obtain service and parts information.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROBLEM  
POSSIBLE CAUSES  
1. Temperature too low  
2. Improper operation of Cheesemelter  
3. Fluctuating gas pressure  
Uneven heating  
Side burning  
1. Temperature too high  
2. Improper ventilation  
3. Excessive heat input  
Too much top heat  
4. Pressure too high, or orifice(s) too large  
Uneven heat, side to  
side  
1. Cheesemelter not level, side to side  
2. Cheesemelter burner improperly installed  
Uneven heat, front to  
back  
Cheesemelter not level, front to back  
1. Melting time too long, or product too close to burners  
2. Pressure too high, or orifice(s) too large  
Dried-out products  
1. Pilot flame too low  
2. Restriction in pilot orifice  
Pilot outage  
1. Insufficient gas input  
2. Poor air-to-gas adjustment  
3. Restriction in pilot orifice  
4. Restriction in main burner ignition port  
5. Pilot adjustment is incorrect  
Poor ignition  
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