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INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
ROUND ELECTRIC TILTING SKILLET
MODEL VECTS16
MODEL
VECTS16 ML-114825
VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791
FORM 31035 Rev. A (Feb. 2001) www.vulcanhart.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL.............................................................................................................................................. 3 INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................... 3 Unpacking .................................................................................................................................. 3 Location .............................
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Installation, Operation and Care of ROUND ELECTRIC TILTING SKILLET MODEL VECTS16 PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Your Vulcan Round Tilting Skillet is a versatile piece of equipment. It allows you to stew, simmer, pan fry, braise, grill, or saute, and all with a very uniform heat pattern. Capacity of Model VECTS16 is 16 gallons (60.6 L). Vulcan tilting skillets are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance of your tilting skillet w
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INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS The tilting skillet must be installed in accordance with: In the United States of America: 1. State and local codes. 2. National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. In Canada: 1. Local codes. 2. Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA Standard C22.1 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The Canadian Standard Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd.,
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3. After making the connections, replace the control box cover plate. 4. The tilting skillet must be properly grounded by installing a ground lead to the ground lug located inside the junction box. ELECTRICAL DATA 2V 08V 2V 40 480 Me odel Phas kp W AW m kpAW m kp Am 1570 . 35 6. 73 . 3A 1. NA / N/ VECTS16 3578 . 25 0. 71 . 15 8. 70 . 9. FLOOR PLAN 29-1/4 (743) 29-1/4 (743) 14-1/2 (368) 2- 1/4 (57) 6-3/8 3-7/8 (98) (162) 1-1/4 (32) 10 13-1/8 12-1/2 (254) (333) (318) 12-1/2 (318) 29 7/16 (11) O
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OPERATION WARNING: THE TILTING SKILLET AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE TILTING SKILLET. CONTROLS Thermostat — Maintains set temperature by controlling power supply. Temperature range is from 100°F to 450°F (38°C to 232°C). Power Switch — Turns power to the skillet on and off. Indicator Light — When lit, indicates the heating elements are supplying heat to the skillet. Tilting Handle — Pull forward to tilt skillet; push backward to return skillet to the
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Approx. Temp. Function () ° F) (° C S0 immering 23 0 9 S5 auteing25 25-27 107-13 S0 earing37 00-35 149-17 P5 an Frying30 25-37 163-19 G5 rilling 38 50-42 177-21 CLEANING WARNING: BEFORE CLEANING, DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH TO INDICATE YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT. Do not use corrosive cleaning agents. After Each Use The tilting skillet should be cleaned after each use. Clean with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry w
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COOKING GUIDE The guidelines given below are only suggestions for quantities, temperature settings, and estimated numbers of orders per load and per hour. When two temperatures are given, the first is to start the product, the second to complete the product. THERMOSTAT PORTION SETTING BATCHES ITEM SIZE °F °C PER HOUR BREAKFAST FOODS Bacon 3 Slices 350 177 12 Eggs Boiled-Hard 1 Egg 225 107 5 Boiled-Soft 1 Egg 225 107 8 Fried 1 Egg 400 204 4 Poached 1 Egg 225 107 5 1 Scrambled 1 /2 Eggs 300 200
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THERMOSTAT PORTION SETTING BATCHES ITEM SIZE °F °C PER HOUR MEAT - POULTRY (Continued) Chicken - Pan Fried 2 quarters 350 177 3 Chicken - Whole 2 oz. (57 g) 350 200 177 93 — Hot Dogs - Grilled 2 oz. (57 g) 300 149 8 Hot Dogs - Boiled 2 oz. (57 g) 250 121 12 Ham Steak 3 oz. (85 g) 400 204 8 Pork Chops 5 oz. (142 g) 350 177 4 Sausage Links 3 Links 350 177 7 Turkey Off Carcass 2 oz. (57 g) 400 200 204 93 — On Carcass 2 oz. (57 g) 400 200 204 93 — MISCELLANEOUS Grilled Cheese Sandwiches 1 Sand
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: THE TILTING SKILLET AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE TILTING SKILLET. WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH TO INDICATE YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT. LUBRICATION Never grease or oil the pivot bearings as this may cause problems with tilting. SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION To obtain service and parts information concerning this tilting skillet, contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Agency in
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES Skillet will not operate. 1. Power supply not on. 2. Problem with thermostat or heating elements. Contact your local Vulcan-authorized servicer. Hot spot on pan bottom. Problem with heating element. Contact your local Vulcan- authorized servicer. Skillet difficult to tilt. Dirt in oilite bearings causing it to bind. Call your local Vulcan-authorized servicer. – 11 –
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— NOTES — FORM 31035 Rev. A (Feb. 2001) – 12 – PRINTED IN U.S.A.