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OPERATION
MANUAL
for
COUNTERTOP
ELECTRIC
CHAR
Model B-40
BROILERS
Models:
B-40
B-44
B-50
includes:
INSTALLATION,
USE and CARE
Model B-50
IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
This manual is considered to be part of the appliance and is to be given to the OWNER or
MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of
this appliance. Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER.
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PE
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LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Unless otherwise specified, all commercial cooking equip- thorized personnel. The prices charged by Wells Mfg. Co. ment manufactured by WELLS MFG. CO. is warranted for its products are based upon the limitations in this war- against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ranty. Seller’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the one year from the date of original installation or 18 months repair of defects without charge by a Wells Mfg. Co. fact
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY xi Thank you for purchasing this SPECIFICATIONS 1 Wells Manufacturing Co. FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS 2 appliance. PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION 4 AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION 4 Proper installation, professional INSTALLAT
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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS ITEM COMMENT The char-broiler is INFINITE SWITCH CONTROLLED. Power is TEMPERATURE CONTROL applied to the heating elements based on the control knob position and the amount of energy used. Light will glow when the infinite switch is in any position other that OFF. INDICATOR LIGHT HEATING ELEMENT The char-broiler element assembly may be raised for cleaning, or to add water to the drip pan. It is held the “up” position by a support rod which a
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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS (continued) Fig. 1 Countertop Electric Charbroiler 3
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING: Broilers are intended for use to cook food products for human Electric Shock consumption. No other use is recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its agents. Hazard All servicing requiring access to non-insulated electrical Broilers are intended for use in commercial establishments, where all components must be users are familiar with the appliance limitations, use and associated performed by a factory hazards. Operating instructio
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INSTALLATION UNPACKING & INSPECTION NOTE: DO NOT discard the carton or other packing Carefully remove the appliance from the carton. Remove all protective materials until you have plastic film, packing materials and accessories from the appliance inspected the appliance for before connecting electrical power or otherwise performing any hidden damage and tested it installation procedure. for proper operation. Refer to SHIPPING DAMAGE Carefully read all instructions in this manual and
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INSTALLATION (continued) ELECTRCAL HOOK-UP WARNING: Risk of personal Refer to the nameplate. Verify the electrical service power. Voltage injury and phase must match the nameplate specifications. Connecting the Installation procedures must griddle to the wrong voltage can severely damage the unit or cause be performed by a qualified noticeable decreased performance. technician with full knowledge of all applicable electrical Use copper wire suitable for a minimum of 90°C for
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OPERATION PREPARE THE CHAR-BROILER FOR USE CAUTION: Hot Surface When using the broiler for the first time, wipe the entire unit with a clean Exposed surfaces can be hot damp cloth or sponge and mild to the touch and may cause detergent. Rinse thoroughly clean burns. water. Dry with a soft clean cloth. IMPORTANT: DO NOT Remove the GRATE and raise the attempt to raise the element ELEMENT ASSEMBLY. assembly without first removing the grate. Damage Install the DRIP
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OPERATION (continued) CAUTION: TEMPERATURE CONTROLS Hot Surface Each section of the broiler is equipped with an individual temperature Exposed surfaces control. The desired temperature is controlled by rotating the can be hot to the touch and TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB. Any time the control is turned may cause burns. “ON”, the adjacent indicator light will glow. Each section of the broiler may be set to a different temperature setting. “OFF” removes power from the element., allowin
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OPERATION (continued) BROILER CHART RECOMMENDED COOKING TIMES AND DIAL SETTINGS NOTE: The times and dial settings in this chart are suggestions only. Your own experience with your own menu items will be your best guide to achieving the best food PRODUCT THICKNESS COOKING DIAL TIME Condition SETTING Minutes Total BEEF Frozen 1/2” Rare 8 4 - 6 “ 1/2” Medium 8 7 - 9 “ 3/4” Rare 7 7 - 9 “ 3/4” Medium 7 8 - 10 “ 1” Rare 7 12 - 14 “ 1” Medium 7 14 - 16 “ 1-1/4” Rare 6 23 - 25 “ 1-1/4”
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TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS SYMPTON POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED REMEDY Won’t heat- - no indicator Not plugged in, or Check plug lights Circuit breaker tripped. Check / reset circuit breaker One or more section Temperature control not set Set temperature control knob to won’t heat—or not hot desired temperature enough 240V unit run on 208V Verify proper voltage Damaged component or wiring Contact an Authorize Wells Service Agency for repairs Temperature control not set Set tem
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION CAUTION: Turn both temperature control knobs OFF. Electric Shock Allow broiler to cool completely. Hazard Disconnect broiler from electric power. Disconnect appliance from FREQUENCY electric power before cleaning. Daily. CAUTION: TOOLS Steel Brush with scraper Burn Hazard Plastic Scouring pad, Soft-Bristled Fiber Brush Mild Detergent, Non-Abrasive Cleanser Clean Soft Cloth / Sponge Allow appliance to cool completely before cleaning. CL
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PARTS & SERVICE DESCRIPTION SERVICE IMPORTANT: Use only PART NO. factory authorized CORDSET 240V 30A NEMA 6-30P, service parts. B-40, B-44 20141 For factory authorized service, or to order GREASE PAN, B-44 (1 PER UNIT) factory authorized B-50 (2 PER UNIT) 20174 replacement parts, contact your We
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