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Installation & Operations Manual
Infrared/Radiant Compact Broiler
B36-NFR / B48-NFR
B36-RAD / B48-RAD
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before installing and operating this equipment, be sure everyone involved in its operation is fully trained and aware of precautions. Accidents and problems can be caused by failure to follow fundamental rules and precautions. The following symbols, found throughout this manual, alert you to potentially dangerous conditions to the operator, service personnel, or to the equipment. This symbol warns of immediate hazards that wi
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest pieces of heavy-duty commercial cooking equipment on the market. You will find that your new equipment, like all Blodgett Range equipment, has been designed and manufactured to meet the toughest standards in the industry. Each piece of Blodgett Range equipment is carefully engineered and designs are verified through laboratory tests and field installations. With proper care and field
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER SPECIFICATIONS NOTICE Local codes regarding installation vary greatly from one area to another. The National Fire Protection Association, Inc. states in its NFPA 96 latest edition that local codes are the “authority having jurisdiction” when it comes to installation requirements for equipment. Therefore, installations must comply with all local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Natural Ga
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER CLEANING & MAINTENANCE DIMENSIONS Figure 2 B36-NFR B36-RAD B48-NFR B48-RAD INSTALLATION & OPERATIONS MANUAL 1186529 REV 3 (12/06) PAGE 5 OF 24
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER VENTILATION WARNING Improper ventilation can result in personal injury or death. Ventilation, which fails to properly remove flue products, can cause headaches, drowsiness, nausea, or could result in death. The flue vent, located at the top of the unit, must not be blocked or covered at any time. All gas appliances must be installed in such a manner that the flow of combustion and ventilation air is not obstructed. Provisions for adequate
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER CLEANING & MAINTENANCE If applicable, the vent line from the gas appliance pressure regulator must be installed to the outdoors in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1, or the Propane Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149.2, as applicable. An adequate gas supply is imperative. Undersized or low-pressure lines will restrict the volume of gas required for
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER OPERATION DANGER EXPLOSION HAZARD In the event a gas odor is detected, shut down equipment at the main shutoff valve. Immediately call the emergency phone number of your gas supplier. CAUTION If the broiler pilots should go out the flow of gas to the broiler burners is NOT interrupted. Consequently, it is the responsibility of the operator to check the ignition of the burners immediately EVERY TIME the broiler is turned on. Should ignit
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Figure 3 Broiler Operation Keep the bottom drip pan in place when broiling. Without it in place, excessive air is pulled past the burners, reducing temperature and cooking efficiency. LIGHTING AFTER GAS HAS BEEN SHUT OFF When turning on the main gas supply to an appliance or a group of appliances, do the following: 1. Make sure that all the control valves and power switches of all the appliances are in the OFF position. 2. Turn on the main
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER 7. Pull out the rack, place food on the grid, and slide the rack back into the broiler. (It is recommended the rack be in the lowest position for loading food.) 8. Cook the food for the appropriate time, turning it when appropriate. Periodically check the broiler grease drawer and empty it when necessary. 9. When done broiling, turn the burner control to OFF. (To keep the broiler grid hot in order to mark food with sear marks without prehea
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER CLEANING & MAINTENANCE CLEANING & MAINTENANCE WARNING Shut off the gas supply to the appliance before cleaning or performing maintenance on any gas appliance. The appliance may be equipped with a restraint device to limit its movement in order to prevent damage to the gas connection. If disconnection of this restraint is necessary to move the appliance for cleaning or maintenance, reconnect the restraint when the appliance is moved back to its original installe
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER STAINLESS-STEEL SURFACES To remove normal dirt, grease and product residue from stainless steel surfaces that operate at LOW temperature, use ordinary soap and water (with or without detergent) applied with a sponge or cloth. Dry thoroughly with a clean cloth. To remove BAKED-ON grease and food splatter, or condensed vapors; apply cleanser to a damp cloth or sponge and rub cleanser on the metal in the direction of the polishing lines on the
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER INSTALLATION INSTALLATION NOTICE These installation procedures must be followed by qualified personnel or warranty will be void. Local codes regarding installation vary greatly from one area to another. The National Fire Protection Association, Inc. states in its NFPA 96 latest edition that local codes are the “authority having jurisdiction” when it comes to installation requirements for equipment. Therefore, installations must comply with all local codes, or in
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INSTALLATION INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER STEP 2A: MOUNT ON FLUE RISER OF RANGE The Infrared/Radiant Compact Broiler mounts over a range. A special flue riser is shipped with the broiler and range. Depending on the shipping requirements, the broiler, flue-riser, and range base may already be partially or completely assembled. 1. Attach the flue riser to the rear of the range using the installation procedure included in the range manual, but do not attach the wall shield (the back of the flue
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER INSTALLATION STEP 2B: MOUNT ON WALL The Infrared/Radiant Compact Broiler is installed by first attaching a mounting bracket to the wall, then attaching the broiler to the bracket. 1. Attach the wall-mount assembly to the wall using the six ¼” x 2” lag screws and six washers provided (see Figure 5). Screw through frame and into wall studs since the broiler weighs about 175 pounds (77 kilograms). 2. Check that the wall-mount is level (both side-to-side and front-to
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INSTALLATION INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER STEP 2C: ATTACH COUNTERTOP LEGS 1. Install each leg by screwing them into the threaded holes in the bottom of the base. 2. Stand the broiler on its legs and position to minimum clearances specified on serial tag. Figure 6 Attaching Legs for Countertop Infrared/Radiant Compact Broiler STEP 3: CONNECT GAS SUPPLY If this equipment is being installed at over 2,000 feet altitude and that information was not specified when ordered, contact the appropriate
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER INSTALLATION CAUTION ALL PIPE JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS MUST BE TESTED THOROUGHLY FOR GAS LEAKS. USE ONLY SOAPY WATER FOR TESTING ON ALL GASES. NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS. ALL CONNECTIONS MUST BE CHECKED FOR LEAKS AFTER THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN PUT INTO OPERATION. TEST PRESSURE SHOULD NOT EXCEED 14" W.C. 1. Check that the control valves on the broiler are in the OFF position. 2. Purge the gas supply line to clean out dust, dirt, or other foreign
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INSTALLATION INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER STEP 5: CHECK THE INSTALLATION 1. Check that all screws and bolts are tightened. 2. Check that gas connection has been made correctly. 3. Move the broiler into the final position at which it will be operated. 4. Check that the broiler is level. 5. Check that the appropriate minimum clearances are satisfied (see page 4), including adequate clearance for combustion air to enter the rear of the broiler. 6. Check that there is sufficient clearance to pul
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER SERVICE WARNING ADJUSTMENTS AND SERVICE WORK MAY BE PERFORMED ONLY BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN WHO IS EXPERIENCED IN, AND KNOWLEDGEABLE OF, THE OPERATION OF COMMERCIAL COOKING EQUIPMENT. TO ASSURE YOUR CONFIDENCE, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE AGENCY FOR RELIABLE SERVICE, DEPENDABLE ADVICE OR OTHER ASSISTANCE, AND FOR GENUINE FACTORY PARTS. NOTICE INSTALLATION OF OTHER THAN GENUINE BLODGETT RANGE RANGE PARTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY ON THIS EQUIPMENT. The serial
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INFRARED/RADIANT COMPACT BROILER ACCESS TO SERVICEABLE PARTS Some serviceable parts are only accessible by removing body side panels and the front panel. The main front panel is fastened with six sheet-metal screws. To remove the front panel, remove these screws, as well as the burner-control-valve knob and the rack-height-position-lever knob. The main front panel can then be pulled forward and removed. Each body side panel is fastened with two sheet-metal screws. Remove body-side screws and sli
