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OM-KPT/KLT-DS
The Blodgett KLT/KPT series are deep type, tilting kettles with direct steam-heated 2/3
jackets. The stainless steel kettles have welded, reinforced rims and butterfly shaped
pouring lips. The liner and pouring lip of all kettles are 316 stainless steel. They are
ASME shop-inspected, and are registered with the National Board. The kettles have a
180 emery grit interior finish and a bright semi-deluxe exterior finish.
Every unit requires a remote steam source. The steam supply is controlled by an inlet
valve, and enters the jacket through one trunnion directly into the jacket. Steam pressure
forces condensate out a dip tube through the other trunnion. Both steam and condensate
lines are concealed within the support structures of the various models. The tale at
bottom right shows the standard kettle sizes for each model.
These kettles operate safely and efficiently at various steam pressures above five PSI,
with upper pressure limits assured by the provided safety valve. Operation also requires
a globe valve on the steam inlet and a strainer, steam trap, and check valve on the
condensate outlet. These may be ordered as optional equipment.
Kettles are emptied by tilting, but optional tangent draw-offs are available. The
standard draw-off is two inch outer diameter stainless steel, with compression disc
valve and a removable stainless steel strainer that has 1/4 inch perforations. Strainers
with 1/8 inch or no perforations are also available. The table on the bottom right shows
the sizes of draw-offs which can be furnished with each model.
The kettles in this series employ a worm and gear tilting mechanism, which is
completely enclosed.
The kettles are mounted in two ways. The KPT Model is suspended in a stainless steel
yoke on a pedestal base. The outer circumference of the base is flanged down for proper
sealing to the floor. The KLT Model is supported by a tubular, stainless steel tri-leg frame
with adjustable floor flanges.
Options include:
1. Lift-off cover (for kettles smaller than 60 gallons)
2. Cover with counter-balancing actuator (for 40 gallon and larger kettles)
3. Fill faucets with swing spout
4. Basket cooking system
5. Kettle brush kit
6. Operating pressures up to 90 PSIG
Equipment Description
