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Toastmaster®
A Middleby Company
OWNER'S OPERATING
& INSTALLATION
MANUAL
AM24, AM36 & AM48
ACCU-MISER GRIDDLES
AM24
Toastmaster® • 1400 Toastmaster Drive • Elgin, IL 60120 • (708)741-3300 • FAX (708)741-4406
A Middleby Company
Middleby Corp 24 Hour Service Hotline 1-800-238-8444
Part No. 32025
Price $15.00
P 2/95
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Toastmaster® GRIDDLE LIMITED WARRANTY All equipment manufactured by Toastmaster Commercial which is sold under the “Toast- master” trademark and used for commercial purposes is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty period runs 12 months from the original date of installation. This 12 month warranty period may not run beyond 18 months from the original date of purchase and is for the benefit of the original purchaser only. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, S
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IN CASE OF FIRE 1. De-energize griddle at disconnect switch. This will cut off power to the heating elements allowing griddle to cool. This reduces the flash point temperature making it easier to stop the fire. 2. Cover the affected area with a heavy blanket or canvas. Play the fire extinguisher nozzle over the blanket or cover to seal off air thus smothering the fire. CAUTION: Do not attempt to fight a grease fire by playing the nozzle of the fire extinguisher directly on the burning grease. Th
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................ 1 Component Location ................................................................................. 2 Specification Chart .................................................................................... 3 Electrical Specification Chart..................................................................... 4 Dimension Drawing .......................................
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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION SECTION 1 DESCRIPTION ACCU-MISER (AM) SERIES GRIDDLES ARE: • Electrically heated • Heated by infrared emitter panels • Counter top mounted • Thermostat solid state controller MODELS: • AM24 (24" wide) • AM36 (36" wide) • AM48 (48" wide) INFRARED HEAT PANELS. The griddle employs infrared cooking technology. Infrared heat panels are placed below the griddle plate. These panels are 12" wide, which means an AM24 will accommodate 2 panels, an AM36 will accommodate 3 panels an
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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION Component Location Figure 1-2 2
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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION NOTICE Toastmaster (Manufacturer) reserves the right to change specifications and product design without notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes, improve- ments, additions or replacements for previously purchased equipment. AM Series Griddles Specification Chart Griddle Plate Dimensions - AM24 23-7/8" (606 mm) W x 24" (610 mm) D AM36 35-7/8" (911 mm) W x 24" (610 mm) D AM48 47-3/4" (1213 mm) W x 24" (610 mm) D Overall Dimensions - AM24 24
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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION Griddle Electrical Specification Chart Voltage Total Loading kW/Phase Nominal Amps/Line Wire Minimum Breaker Supply Wire Rating* (AWG) Gauge* kW 3 Ph 3 Ph 1 Ph 3 Ph 1 Ph 3 Ph 1 Ph X-Y Y-Z X-Z X Y Z AM24 208 6.2 3.1 3.1 -- 15.0 26.0 15.0 30.0 10 8 25 30 240 6.2 3.1 3.1 -- 13.0 22.5 13.0 26.0 10 10 30 30 AM36 208 9.3 3.1 3.1 3.1 26.0 26.0 26.0 45.0 10 6 25 40 240 9.3 3.1 3.1 3.1 22.5 22.5 22.5 39.0 10 8 30 45 AM48 208 12.5 6.2 3.1 3.1 39.7 39.7 26.0 60.1 8 4 35 50 240 12.5
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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION Griddle Dimension Drawing 5
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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION NOTES 6
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SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION SECTION 2 INSTALLATION A. Inspect for Shipping Damage B. Unpacking Griddle All shipping containers should be examined for dam- 1. The griddle will be delivered in a carton on a wooden age before and during unloading. This equipment pallet. Cut the banding straps that hold the carton in place was carefully inspected and packaged at the factory. and lift the carton up and off of the griddle. The freight carrier has assumed responsibility for its safe transit and delivery.
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SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION D. Installing Griddle on Accessory Stand. NOTE: If you are installing the griddle on a counter do not do Step D. Go directly to Step E. Accessory stands are available for all Accu-Miser Griddles. See the following Accessory Stand List. GRIDDLE ACCESSORY STAND LIST Griddle Accessory Description Model Number Number AM24 7324ES Stand. Mount on 6" casters not included. AM36 7336ES Stand. Mount on 6" casters not included. AM48 7348ES Stand. Mount on 6" casters not included. A
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SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION 3. Turn stand right side up and secure to griddle with 3/8-16 bolts and lockwashers as shown in Figure 2-2. NOTE: Be sure the casters with brakes are located at the front of the griddle. Figure 2-2 9
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SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION E. Electrical Connection Be sure your electrician provides the proper wire gauge with a capacity for carrying the voltage required. Wire capacity is listed on the serial number data plate. Wire capacity and electrical specifications are listed in Section 1 of this manual. Also check local and state codes for proper wire size. The incoming power wires from the circuit breaker box to the griddle are inserted into the rear or bottom of the griddle as shown below. The locat
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SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION F. Initially Clean the Griddle 1. Clean the rust preventive material from the griddle surface with a non-flammable grease solvent. 2. Wash the griddle with warm water and a mild detergent. 3. Rinse with a damp cloth and wipe dry. G. Test the Installation, refer to Figure 3-2 NOTE: The griddle must be initially cleaned as directed in Step F before completion of Step G. 1. Turn all rocker On/Off switches to the "Off" position. 2. Turn all thermostat control knobs to the lo
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SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION NOTES: 12
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SECTION 3 - OPERATION SECTION 3 OPERATION I. Location and Function of Controls The following information provides a basic description of the griddle operator components, their location and the function they perform. Figure 3-1 Operator Components 13
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SECTION 3 - OPERATION Figure 3-2 Control Panel A. CONTROLS All oven operating controls are on the control panel. • Thermostat Control Knob - The thermostat control knob is used to adjust the corresponding element section above it to your temperature requirements. The maximum set point is 450°F (232°C), the minimum set point is 150°F (65°C). • Heating Indicator Light - Located below each thermostat control the heating indicator light will be lit whenever the adjacent griddle section is calling f
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SECTION 3 - OPERATION B. Seasoning the Griddle 1. Preheat the griddle to 300°F (149°C) and spread a light film of unsalted cooking oil or fat over the surface with a soft cloth. 2. Allow griddle to stand this way for two minutes to give the oil an opportunity to work into the pores of the metal and to form a smooth coating over the outside. 3. Wipe off excess oil and repeat Steps 1 and 2 at 350°F (175°C). 4. After the second step is completed wipe off excess cooking oil, set thermostat control k
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SECTION 3 - OPERATION b. At the end of each day of operation or at the end of each shift thoroughly clean the grease trough and the spout into grease drawer. c. Clean the griddle surface with a pumice or griddle stone by rubbing with the grain of the metal while the griddle surface is still warm. d. Wipe griddle clean of residue from the griddle stone 2. Cleaning the exterior - Wipe down sides of griddle and all areas around griddle to keep them free of splashed grease. a. Clean all surroundin
