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Installation and Operation Manual
Infrared Cheese Melter
B36-CM / B48-CM / B60-CM / B72-CM
B36-CM-PT / B48-CM-PT / B60-CM-PT / B72-CM-PT
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause property damage, injury, or death.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INFRARED CHEESE MELTER 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 will result
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INFRARED CHEESE MELTER INTRODUCTION Table Of Contents Introduction................................................................................... 4 Specifications ............................................................................... 5 Ventilation..................................................................................... 7 Operation...................................................................................... 8 Cleaning & Maintenance ...............................
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INTRODUCTION INFRARED SALAMANDER CHEESE MELTER 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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INFRARED CHEESE MELTER OPERATION 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 Gas Installation Code, CA
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OPERATION INFRARED CHEESE MELTER DIMENSIONS Figure 2 MODEL WIDTH HEIGHT DEPTH WEIGHT B36-CM/ 36” 21.5” 15.5” 135 lb B36-CM-PT (915) (546) (394) (61 kg) B48-CM/ 48” 21.5” 15.5” 175 lb B48-CM-PT (1220) (546) (394) (79 kg) B60-CM/ 60” 21.5” 15.5” 220 lb B60-CM-PT (1524) (546) (394) (100 kg) B72-CM/ 72” 21.5” 15.5” 265 lb B72-CM-PT (1829) (546) (394) (120 kg) PAGE 6 OF 28 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL 1186533 REV 1 (02/06)
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INFRARED CHEESE MELTER OPERATION 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 air supply must be pro
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OPERATION INFRARED CHEESE MELTER 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 Cheese Melter pilots should go out the flow of gas to the Cheese Melter burners is NOT interrupted. Consequently, it is the responsibility of the operator to check the ignition of the burners immediately EVERY TIME the Cheese Melter is turned on. Should ignition f
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INFRARED CHEESE MELTER OPERATION 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 gas supply valve. 3. Light the standing pilots of each connected appliance. OPERATION OF INFRARED CHEESE MELTER Blodgett Range infrared Cheese Melters finish product in half the time of ordinary Cheese Melte
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE INFRARED CHEESE MELTER 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 installed position
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INFRARED CHEESE MELTER CLEANING & MAINTENANCE WOOL as any particles left on the surface will rust and further spoil the appearance of the finish. NEVER USE A WIRE BRUSH, STEEL SCOURING PADS (EXCEPT STAINLESS), SCRAPER, FILE OR OTHER STEEL TOOLS. Surfaces, which are marred, collect dirt more rapidly and become more difficult to clean. Marring also increases the possibility of corrosive attack. Refinishing may then be required. “Heat tint” is darkened areas that sometimes appear on stainless steel
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INSTALLATION INFRARED CHEESE MELTER 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 the absenc
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INFRARED CHEESE MELTER INSTALLATION STEP 2A: MOUNT ON FLUE RISER OF RANGE The Infrared Cheese Melter mounts over a range. A special flue riser is shipped with the Cheese Melter and range. Depending on the shipping requirements, the Cheese Melter, 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 riser)
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INSTALLATION INFRARED CHEESE MELTER STEP 2B: MOUNT ON WALL The Infrared Cheese Melter is installed by first attaching a mounting bracket to the wall, then attaching the Cheese Melter 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 Cheese Melter weighs about 175 pounds (79 kilograms). 2. Check that the wall-mount is level (both side-to-side and front-to-back).
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INFRARED CHEESE MELTER INSTALLATION 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 Cheese Melter on its legs and position to minimum clearances specified on serial tag. Figure 6 Attaching Legs for Countertop Infrared Cheese Melter (4) 4” Adjustable Legs Screw Into Base 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,
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INSTALLATION INFRARED CHEESE MELTER 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 Cheese Melter are in the OFF position. 2. Purge the gas supply line to clean out dust, dirt, or other foreign matt
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INFRARED CHEESE MELTER INSTALLATION 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 Cheese Melter into the final position at which it will be operated. 4. Check that the Cheese Melter is level. 5. Check that the appropriate minimum clearances are satisfied (see page 5), including adequate clearance for combustion air to enter the rear of the Cheese Melter. 6. Check that there is sufficient clearanc
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SERVICE INFRARED CHEESE MELTER 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 PARTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY ON THIS EQUIPMENT. The serial plate is
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INFRARED CHEESE MELTER SERVICE 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 slide
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SERVICE INFRARED CHEESE MELTER ADJUSTMENT OF CHEESE MELTER BURNERS The infra-red burners require no air adjustment after they have left the factory. If a major change in burner operation is noticed, check for obstruction of airflow, around the orifice. Burner performance is affected by (a) orifice size, (b) pressure, (c) injection, and (d) primary airflow. The burner orifice must be centered within the air mixer opening. ADJUSTMENT OF GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR The pressure regulator is located in t
