Market Forge Industries Premier PS-3E, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...rett MA 02151 Telephone 617 387 4100 866 698 3188 Fax 617 387 4456 800 227 2659 custserv mfii com OWNER S MANUAL PREMIER SERIES ELECTRIC COUNTERTOP CONVECTION STEAMER MODELS PS 3E 3 Pan PS 6E 6 Pan Installation Operation Maintenance and Parts ...

Page 2: ...RNING Improper installation operation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage injury or death Read the installation operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing operating or servicing this equipment This manual should be retained for future reference Intended for commercial use only Not for household use Adequate clearances must be maintained f...

Page 3: ...mportant Notes for Installation and Operation 2 1 0 Service Connections 4 2 0 Installation Instructions 5 3 0 Operation 13 4 0 Suggested Cooking Guidelines 17 5 0 Cleaning 21 6 0 Maintenance 23 7 0 Service 25 8 0 Parts 28 Wiring Diagrams 35 ...

Page 4: ...4 1 0 SERVICE CONNECTIONS ...

Page 5: ...ible damage If the steamer is found to be damaged after unpacking save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery Prior to installation verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the machine data plate which is located on the left side panel LOCATION Allow space for plumbing and electrical connections Minimum clearances are 0 on the sides an...

Page 6: ...at the back of the compartment cavity ANCHORING STEAMER Without Legs 1 Place steamer in the desired location on the levelled counter top and mark four corners Remove the steamer and drill 1 2 holes as indicated in Figure 1 2 Apply a bead of RTV or other equivalent sealant around bottom perimeter edge of the steamer If anchoring the steamer this bottom seal is necessary to meet NSF requirements 3 S...

Page 7: ...ervicing Make electrical connection through the 1 1 8 29 mm diameter hole provided using 3 4 19 mm trade size conduit Refer to the wiring diagram located inside the right side panel Use 90 C minimum insulated wire PLUMBING CONNECTIONS WARNING Plumbing connections must comply with applicable sanitary safety and plumbing codes ...

Page 8: ... The steamer has been factory set so that when it is ON and during the READY phase it will maintain water temperature in the steam generator tank at approximately 205 F 96 C just below water boiling point However for high altitude locations an authorized service agency must adjust the steamer to achieve this temperature ADJUSTMENT FOR DRAIN WATER TEMPERATURE Cooling solenoid valves have been adjus...

Page 9: ...9 2 0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Continued FIGURE 2 CAUTION In order to avoid any backpressure in the steamer do not connect solidly to any drain connection ...

Page 10: ...The surfaces of the heating devices become coated with scale reducing the heat transfer efficiency This can produce hot spots on the heating elements and result in premature failure 2 The water level probes become coated with scale Scale will bridge across the probe insulator from the metal extension which senses the water level in the boiler Once this scale becomes wet the water level control is ...

Page 11: ...al grounding must be provided in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANS NFPA70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 2 as applicable Use copper wire suitable for at least 200o Fahrenheit 90o Celsius The steamer must be grounded The wiring diagram is located on the right side panel as you face the steamer ...

Page 12: ...o steam is entering the compartment and that the COOKING light is OFF 4 Close compartment door The COOKING light should now be illuminated and steam should be heard entering the compartment after about 45 seconds 5 Check drain line to ensure that water from cold water condenser is flowing through the drain line 6 Open compartment door and observe that steam supply to chamber is cut off READY light...

Page 13: ... liquid is being poured into the generator during the delime procedure Ready Light Indicates the temperature has reached 205 F and that the steamer is ready to begin cooking Cooking Light Indicates that a cooking cycle is in progress Timer Set the cooking time 0 to 60 minutes or constant steam Steam cooking will begin when the door is closed The cooking cycle will be interrupted if the door is ope...

Page 14: ...to the OFF position The steamer is now ready to cook COOK With compartment preheated and READY light ON place pans of food into the compartment and close the door Set timer to desired cooking time The cooking cycle may be interrupted at any time by opening the door To resume operation close the door Steam will flow into the compartment and the COOKING light will be lit At the end of the cooking cy...

Page 15: ...G THE BOILER Drain the boiler after each day s use to flush out minerals and minimize scale build up The boiler drains automatically for approximately 4 6 minutes after the main power switch is turned off Frequently check that the compartment drain and plumbing is free of all obstructions Never place food containers food or food portion bags in the cooking compartment in such a way that the compar...

Page 16: ...ght in a refrigerator This will reduce their cooking time PREPARATION Prepare vegetables fruits meats seafood and poultry normally by cleaning separating cutting removing stems etc Cook root vegetables in a perforated pan unless juices are being saved Liquids may be collected in a solid 12 inch by 20 inch pan placed under a perforated pan Perforated pans are used for frankfurters wieners and simil...

Page 17: ...ces do not need to be preserved Solid pans are good for cooking puddings rice and hot breakfast cereals Vegetables and fruits are cooked in solid pans in their own juice Meats and poultry are cooked in solid pans to preserve their juice or return broth Canned foods can be heated in their opened cans cans placed in solid pans or the contents may be poured into solid pans DO NOT place unopened cans ...

Page 18: ...ater Spaghetti regular vermicelli 12 15 Macaroni shells elbows 15 18 Lasagne noodles 15 18 Frozen Casseroles Lasagne 35 Full Pan Meat Loaf 3 5 lb each 40 15 lb Beef Ground Chuck 20 25 10 lb Beans Baked Refried 9 10 lb can Chicken Breasts Legs Thighs 20 15 lb Turkey Frozen Breasts 2 90 6 7 lb each Hot Dogs 3 80 100 SEAFOOD Clams Frozen 10 12 3 dozen Fresh Cherrystone 5 6 3 dozen King Crab Frozen Cl...

Page 19: ... 5 5 lb Beans Green 2 cut Frozen Fresh 6 5 lb Lima Frozen 8 5 lb Broccoli Spears Frozen 8 4 lb Spears Fresh 6 5 lb Florets Frozen 6 5 lb Carrots Baby Whole Frozen 8 7 lb Crinkle Cut Frozen 7 8 4 lb Sliced Fresh 11 9 lb Cauliflower Florets Frozen 6 4 lb Fresh 7 8 5 lb Corn Yellow Whole Kernel Frozen 5 5 lb Cobbettes Frozen 8 27 ears Corn on Cob Fresh 10 12 18 ears Peas Green 6 5 lb Potatoes Whole R...

Page 20: ...20 PRODUCT TIMER SETTING Minutes WEIGHT PER PAN Zucchini Slices 8 10 lb Canned Vegetables 6 10 lb can Frozen Mixed Vegetables 6 7 5 lb ...

Page 21: ... soapy water with a cloth or sponge to clean exposed bead of door gasket rinse with warm clear water and wipe with a dry cloth 5 Wipe surfaces which touch door gasket with a cloth or sponge and warm soapy water rinse with warm clear water and wipe with a dry cloth Do not apply food oils or petroleum solvents or lubricants directly to door gasket or surfaces which touch door gasket 6 Wipe all solid...

Page 22: ...stainless steel instead use plastic scouring pads or soft cloths For stubborn stains use products such as Cameo Talc or Zud First Impression Always rub parallel to polish lines or with the grain Hard water can leave deposits that promote rust on stainless steel Treated water from softeners or certain filters can eliminate these mineral deposits Other deposits from food or lubrication must be prope...

Page 23: ...the door gasket and helps draw the steam through the cooking compartment Steam leakage at the door may indicate a plugged or improperly installed drain REMOVAL OF SCALE DEPOSITS It is recommended that your steamer be delimed once a month or more often if necessary Should your steamer develop a heavy build up of lime scale deposits use CLR Before beginning deliming procedures ensure that water is n...

Page 24: ... to be poured in using a tube and funnel Pour in 28 ounces of solution into the generator pour slowly to avoid spillage Remove tube and funnel 4 Screw the hex plug back into the elbow so that it is sealed 5 Turn main power switch to ON 6 Allow steamer to remain in READY cycle for 1 1 2 hours then turn main power switch OFF and allow generator to drain 7 FLUSH CYCLE Turn main power switch to ON Whe...

Page 25: ...ostat dial counter clockwise to lower temperature until steam just ceases to enter cooking compartment and READY light goes on 4 Replace side panel 5 Follow TESTING PROCEDURES in this manual WATER FLOWS INTO DRAIN DURING SHUTDOWN When steamer is shut down and cold water is running continuously into the open drain either or both solenoid valves did not close when steamer was turned off 1 Disassembl...

Page 26: ...r chip off scalant Replace probe This problem is an indication of severe harmful water conditions which should be corrected immediately to avoid damage to the components and ultimate malfunction of the steamer See WATER CONDITIONING in this manual HEATER ELEMENTS DO NOT COME ON When the steamer is turned ON and heater elements do not activate and therefore the READY light does not come on then the...

Page 27: ...itch has been activated due to 5 PSI 35 kg cm2 pressure in the generator tank Pressure in the generator tank is caused due to plugged steam jet tubes or steam diverters due to scale or poor water conditions Steam jet tubes steam diverter will have to be cleaned or replaced ...

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Page 29: ...or Handle Plate 1 1 98 9165 Socket Set Screw 1 4 20 x 1 3 4 2 2 97 5349 Socket Set Screw 1 4 20 x 3 4 1 1 97 6260 Spacer 2 2 97 6297 Lock Washer 1 4 2 2 97 6298 Hex Nut 1 4 20 2 2 3 97 6232 Latch Assembly 1 1 4 97 6261 Door Bushing 4 4 5A 97 6734 Spacer Upper 1 1 5B 97 6735 Spacer Lower 1 1 6 97 6262 Door Panel 1 97 6230 Door Panel 1 7 97 6264 Door Gasket 1 97 6228 Door Gasket 1 8 97 6266 Gasket P...

Page 30: ...Switch 1 1 17 97 6303 Label De Lime Rear of Unit 1 1 18 97 6304 Control Decal 1 97 6305 Control Decal 1 19 97 6275 Component Mounting Board 1 1 20 97 6276 Level Control Board 10K OHM 1 1 97 6277 Level Control Board 1M OHM 2 2 21 97 5048 Thermostat Operating 1 1 97 6736 Dial 1 1 22 97 6278 High Limit Thermostat 1 1 23 97 6279 Relay Single Pole 240V 1 1 24 97 6280 Relay Double Pole 240V 1 1 25 08 66...

Page 31: ... 220 380V 1 97 6316 Element Assembly 15 kW 240 415V 1 97 6317 Element Assembly 15 kW 480V 287 1 97 6318 Element Assembly 15 kW 600V 347 1 32 97 6319 Element Gasket 1 1 33 10 6963 Terminal Block 208 240V 10 kW Black 4 98 6185 Terminal Block 208 240V 15 kW White 4 97 6737 Terminal Rail 208 240V 15 kW 1 10 6963 Terminal Block 380 220V 415 240V Black 4 4 10 6963 Terminal Block 380 600V Black 3 3 34 10...

Page 32: ...8 MPT 1 1 47 97 6206 Union Coupling 1 2 c 1 1 48 97 6329 Right Hand Steam Jet Tube 1 1 97 6330 Left Hand Steam Jet Tube 1 1 49 97 6331 Elbow 1 2 c x 1 4 MPT 2 2 50 97 6207 Elbow 1 2 c 1 1 51 97 6226 Water Connection 3 8 c 1 1 52 97 6739 Screw 10 32 x 1 2 SS 6 6 53 97 6233 Screw Special 10 32 x 1 2 6 8 54 97 6332 Left Hand Side and Back 1 54 97 6333 Left Hand Side and Back 1 55 97 6334 Compartment ...

Page 33: ... Fuse 2 Amp 250V 220 220 380 240 415 1 1 98 6188 Fuse 1 2 Amp 600V 380 415 480 600V 2 2 97 5864 Fuse Holder 208 240V 2 2 97 5864 Fuse Holder 220 220 380 240 415V 1 1 97 6187 Fuse Holder 380 415 480 600V 2 2 70 97 5616 Transformer 380 220V 50 60 Hz 100VA 1 1 97 5616 Transformer 415 240V 50 60 Hz 100VA 1 1 97 5613 Transformer 480 240V 60 Hz 100VA 1 1 98 6191 Transformer 600 240V 60 Hz 100VA 1 1 71 9...

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