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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, GAS FIRED STEAMER, 

MODELS SX-5G3, SX-7G3, SX-10G3

2.0  INSTALLATION

GENERAL

Installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the 

National

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54

, or the 

Natural Gas

 

and Propane Installation Code,

CSA B149.1

, as applicable.

1.

The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas
supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at pressures in
excess of ½ psi (3.5 kPa).

2.

The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its
individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at test pressures equal to or less than ½ psi (3.5 kPa).

Electrical grounding must be provided in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA
C22.2, as applicable.  

Ventilation must be provided in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
with 

ANSI/NFPA 96 Standard for Ventilation and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking

Operations. 

WARNING:  Electrical grounding instructions - units equipped with a
three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection against shock
hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle.  Do not cut or remove the grounding prong
from this plug.  (120 volt units only).  

WIRING DIAGRAM FOR APPLIANCE IS LOCATED ON RIGHT HAND SIDE PANEL OF THE
COOKER CABINET.

NOTICE:  If this equipment is being installed at over 2,000 feet altitude and was
not so specified on order, contact service department.  Failure to install with
proper orifice sizing may void the warranty.  

Part No. 10301R1

6

2018-12-11

Summary of Contents for SX-10G3

Page 1: ...ns thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please complete this information and retain this manual for the life of the equipment Model _________________...

Page 2: ...thoroughly before installing operating or servicing this equipment FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance P...

Page 3: ...SX 7G3 SX 10G3 TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE 1 0 Service Connections 4 2 0 Installation 6 3 0 Performance Check 12 4 0 Operation Instructions 13 SERVICE 5 0 Periodic Maintenance 17 6 0 Deliming...

Page 4: ...INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL GAS FIRED STEAMER MODELS SX 5G3 SX 7G3 SX 10G3 1 0 SERVICE CONNECTIONS Part No 10301R1 4 2018 12 11...

Page 5: ...INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL GAS FIRED STEAMER MODELS SX 5G3 SX 7G3 SX 10G3 1 0 SERVICE CONNECTIONS Continued Part No 10301R1 5 2018 12 11...

Page 6: ...in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 2 as applicable Ventilation must be provided in a...

Page 7: ...o feet above the vent opening at the top of the unit 2 3 CLEARANCES Adequate clearance must be provided in aisle and at the side and back Adequate clearances for air openings into the combustion chamb...

Page 8: ...old pressure on all units should not show any appreciable drop Fluctuations of more than 25 on natural gas and 10 on propane gas will create problems affecting burner operation Contact your gas compan...

Page 9: ...down preferably with one or two elbows only maximum length 6 feet 1830 mm horizontal and piped to an open gap type drain Drain pipe should be copper DO NOT use PVC pipe PVC pipe may lose its rigidity...

Page 10: ...erals which can precipitate onto the surfaces in the generator Due to the temperatures in the generator the minerals can bake onto the surfaces and components This can result in early component failur...

Page 11: ...he door gasket and helps draw the steam through the cooking compartment Steam leakage at the door may indicate a plugged or improperly installed drain WATER CONDITIONING It is important that the water...

Page 12: ...timer to the 5 minute position With door open observe that no steam is entering the compartment and that the COOKING light is OFF 5 Close compartment door The COOKING light should now be illuminated a...

Page 13: ...CONTROLS Ready Pilot Light When lit indicates steam chamber has reached 205 Fahrenheit 97 Celsius and is ready for the cooking cycle Cooking Pilot Light When lit indicates that a cooking cycle is in p...

Page 14: ...urce If so equipped some units will automatically re attempt ignition WARNING In the event a gas odour is detected shut down equipment at the main shut off valve and contact the local gas company or g...

Page 15: ...ion and leave door slightly open COMPLETE SHUTDOWN 1 Set timer to OFF and turn power switch OFF Generator will drain automatically 2 Turn water supply OFF 3 Turn gas supply OFF 4 Disconnect power supp...

Page 16: ...ill 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...

Page 17: ...t 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...

Page 18: ...nd periodic maintenance procedures will enhance long life for your equipment Climatic conditions salt air may require more thorough and frequent cleaning otherwise the life of the equipment could be a...

Page 19: ...ING PAD EXCEPT STAINLESS SCRAPPER FILE OR OTHER STEEL TOOLS Surfaces which are marred collect dirt more rapidly and become more difficult to clean Marring also increases the possibility of corrosive a...

Page 20: ...e Remove hose Screw deliming plug back so it seals tightly Turn power switch to on If there is no deliming plug on the side of the steamer check with your local service agency for proper deliming inst...

Page 21: ...iable service dependable advice or other assistance and for genuine factory parts All units are adjusted at the factory In case of operation problems at initial installation check type of gas and mani...

Page 22: ...ately to avoid damage to the components and performance of the steamer Door leaks 1 Check for damage to door gasket 2 Clogged compartment drain or plumbing Water accumulates in the compartment 1 Compa...

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