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For units using water that meets the minimum supply water quality standard, whether naturally or by
using a water treatment system, blowdown must be performed at the end of each shift.
3. Blowdown Procedure
When each steamer is turned OFF, its blowdown cycle starts and runs automatically. The complete
cycle takes approximately 3 minutes.
(1) Turn the ON/OFF lever/switch to the OFF position to turn OFF the steamer. The red indicator light
turns OFF and the drain valve is opened. Do not turn power OFF at the main external power switch
during blowdown.
(2) The drain valve begins to draw water from the steam generator.
(3) The fill valve operates for 3 minutes to help flush any debris through the drain valve as the
generator drains.
(4) At the end of the 3-minute blowdown cycle, the fill valve closes.
(5) When blowdown is complete, the steamer can be restarted, or the shutdown procedure completed.
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To restart the unit, refer to POWER ON (AUTOMATIC FILL) in Chapter 2, Part C.
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To shut down the unit, refer to SHUT DOWN AND CLEANING, below.
NOTE:
The ON/OFF lever/switch must be turned fully to the OFF position to properly START the
automatic blowdown of the steamer.
B. SHUT DOWN AND CLEANING
This procedure should be performed at the end of each day or shift.
1. Refer to Power OFF (Automatic Blowdown) and turn off the steamer compartment. Allow 3 minutes for
the complete blowdown cycle.
2. Open the steamer door and allow steamer to cool.
3. Remove the slide racks. Wash and rinse racks separately or clean them in a dishwasher according to
health requirements. Do not remove the drain screen.
4. Remove any spilled food from inside compartment and clear any residue from the drain screen. Clean
the interior of the compartment thoroughly. Use a soft bristle brush to remove stubborn food particles.
Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds or steel wool. Rinse inside of steamer compartment with
clean water.
WARNING
Do not use a hose or water jet to clean this appliance
WARNING
Let rinse water drain through compartment drain opening. If water does
not drain freely, drain lines must be cleaned before cooking again.
Clogged or slow drains are dangerous because hot water can collect in
compartment and spill out when opening compartment door.
WARNING
Inside of steamer stays hot for a long time. Be careful
when cleaning inside steamer compartment.
