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INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
MGCB SERIES MEDIUM DUTY
GAS CHARBROILERS
MODEL
MGCB18 ML-103821
MGCB24 ML-103822
MGCB29 ML-103823
MGCB34 ML-103825
VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791
FORM 31008 (11-96) (Formerly 990503)
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IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED. THIS INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER. IMPORTANT IN THE EVENT A GAS ODOR IS DETECTED, SHUT DOWN UNITS AT MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE AND CONTACT THE LOCAL GAS COMPANY OR GA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Installation, Operation and Care of MODEL MGCB SERIES GAS CHARBROILERS PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Vulcan charbroilers are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance of your charbroiler will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided. INSTALLATION Before installing, verify that the type of gas supply (natural
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When installed, minimum clearance from combustible construction must be 6" at the sides and 6" at the rear; minimum clearance from non-combusible construction must be 4" at the sides and 4" at the rear. The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation. A minimum front clearance of 32" 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 the
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LEVELING Place a carpenter's level on top of the charbroiler. Level the charbroiler front to back and side to side by turning the adjustment screw at the bottom of each leg. GAS CONNECTIONS 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 rear on the right side. Codes require that a gas shutoff valve must be installed in the gas line ahead of the charbroiler. Connect gas supply. Make sure the pipes are cle
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OPERATION WARNING: THE CHARBROILER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE CHARBROILER. CONTROLS The Thermostats regulate gas flow to the burners to maintain set temperature. BEFORE FIRST USE Clean the protective metal oils from all surfaces of the charbroiler. Use a non-corrosive, grease dissolving commercial cleaner, following manufacturer's directions. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. Clean all accessories. Rinse thoroughly and wip
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TURNING THE CHARBROILER ON All burners are lit from constantly burning pilots. Turn control knobs to HI to ignite the burners. TURNING THE CHARBROILER OFF Turn control knobs to OFF. Extended Shutdown Turn control knobs to OFF. Turn the manual shutoff valve to OFF. Shut off the pilot flame by removing the pilot adjustment cap and turning the adjusting screw on the pilot shutoff valve (Fig. 3). RED BUTTON PILOT ADJUSTMENT SCREW PL-52472 PILOT SHUTOFF VALVE Fig. 3 USING THE CHARBROILER To pre
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CLEANING At least once a day, remove the grease pan, empty and wash it out in the same way you would any cooking utensil. "Burn off" the grease build-up on the grate daily or as dictated by use. Always use insulated gloves when handling grates or radiants to prevent burns. CAUTION: Do not cover the top of the grid grates during a burn-off operation. Restricting the air flow by covering the grid grates may cause them to warp. The top grid grates and radiants are heavy. They may break if dro
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: THE CHARBROILER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE CHARBROILER. LUBRICATION All valves and thermostats must be checked and lubricated periodically by your local service agency. SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION To obtain service and parts information concerning this charbroiler, contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Agency in your area (refer to listing supplied with the charbroiler), or Vulcan-Hart Company Service Department at the address or
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FORM 31008 (11-96) (Formerly 990503) PRINTED IN U.S.A. — 12 —
