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INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL 10272 REV 2 (04/22)

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Electric Counter Convection Steamer

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before installing and operating this equipment, be sure everyone involved in its operation is fully trained and aware of

precautions. Accidents and problems can be caused by failure to follow fundamental rules and precautions.

The following symbols, found throughout this manual, alert you to potentially dangerous conditions to the operator,

service personnel, or to the equipment.

CAUTION

WARNING

NOTICE

This symbol warns of immediate hazards that will result in severe injury or death.

This symbol refers to a potential hazard or unsafe practice that could result in injury or death.

This symbol refers to a potential hazard or unsafe practice that could result in injury, product

damage, or property damage.

This symbol refers to information that needs special attention or must be fully

understood, even though not dangerous.

DANGER

WARNING

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.

NOTICE

This manual should be retained for future reference.

NOTICE

This product is intended for commercial use only. NOT FOR HOUSEHOLD USE.

IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

WARNING

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages

that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Safety Precautions

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Page 1: ...__________________ WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage injury or death Read the installation operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment Model SXN 4M CROWN FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT A Middleby Company 70 Oakdale Road Downsview Toronto Ontario Canada M3N 1V9 Telephone 919 762 1000 www c...

Page 2: ...d or unsafe practice that could result in injury product damage or property damage This symbol refers to information that needs special attention or must be fully understood even though not dangerous DANGER WARNING Improper installation operation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage injury or death Read the installation operating and maintenance instructions thoro...

Page 3: ... MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Table of Contents Important Notes For Installation and Operation 2 Service Connections 4 Installation Instructions 5 Testing Procedures 10 Operation 11 Cleaning 15 Cooking Guidelines 13 Maintenance 20 Adjustment for High Altitude Locations 22 Troubleshooting 23 Table of Contents ...

Page 4: ...ER WATER QUALITY STATEMENT Water is the essential ingredient in steam equipment water quality is the major factor affecting the performance of your appliance Crown Steam Group offers a Comprehensive Water Treatment System which exceeds our minimum water requirements Proof of installation and proper cartridges replacement is required for warranty coverage Water supply to Crown Steam Group steamers ...

Page 5: ...is found to be damaged 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 Installation Instructions General Location Allow space for plumbing and electrical connections Allow adequate access for operating and servicing...

Page 6: ... 4 Set steamer on counter and bolt down securely with 3 8 16 bolts not supplied Figure 1 Installation Connect the water supply lines to the brass compression fittings for 3 8 copper tube The water lines supply water to the generator tank and the cooling system where steam is condensed before entering the drain line Each will be marked to indicate condensate or generator feed The condensate feed mu...

Page 7: ...do not connect solidly to any drain connection Drain Connections figure 2 The drain connection Figure 2 must be 1 IPS down preferably with one elbow only maximum length of 2 feet before open air gap and piped to an open air gap type drain Drain pipe should be copper DO NOT use PVC pipe PVC pipe may lose its rigidity or glue may fail Figure 2 Installation ...

Page 8: ... NOT remove minerals from the water Refer to REMOVAL OF LIME SCALE DEPOSITS page 20 Generator Water In This connection supplies water to the generator that produces steam to cook with Connect to a potable source of water with 25 to 50 psi pressure It is also recommended that a filter assembly designed to prevent scale buildup in the generator be used and sized appropriately The generator has a cap...

Page 9: ...tment and that the COOKING light is OFF 5 Close compartment door The COOKING light should now be illuminated and steam should be heard entering the compartment after about 45 seconds 6 Check drain line to ensure that water from cold water condenser is flowing through the drain line 7 Open compartment door and observe that steam supply to chamber is cut off READY light should again come on as COOKI...

Page 10: ...whenever the chamber is cold The door should be closed during the preheat cycle COOKING light is lit When the buzzer sounds turn the timer to OFF The steamer is now ready to cook Cook After the preheat cycle the READY light should be ON Place pans of food in the cooking chamber Close the door Set the timer Steam flows into the compartment and the COOKING light is lit Opening the door will interrup...

Page 11: ...rozen dishes that cannot be cooked in the covered containers in which they are packed if they require more than 15 minutes of cooking time When a cover is used approximately one third additional cooking time is necessary Cooking time for frozen foods depends on amount of defrosting required If time permits allow frozen foods to partially thaw overnight in a refrigerator This will reduce their cook...

Page 12: ...ior with clean water 5 Use warm 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 6 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 tou...

Page 13: ...rambled 10 12 8 Dozen Rice Long Grain Cover with 4 cups water per pound 25 2 lb Pasta Place perforated pan inside solid pan cover pasta with cold water Spaghetti Regular Vermicelli Macaroni Shells Elbows Noodles 1 2 Wide Lasagna Noodles 12 15 15 18 12 15 15 18 Frozen Casseroles Lasagna 35 Full Pan Meat Loaf 3 5 pounds each 40 15 lb Beef Ground Chuck Sliced as Purchased 20 25 35 40 10 lb 10 lb Shri...

Page 14: ... 5 lb Broccoli Spears Frozen Spears Fresh Florets Frozen 8 6 6 4 lb 5 lb 5 lb Cabbage Fresh 1 6 Cut 8 5 lb Carrots Baby Whole Frozen Crinkle Cut Frozen Sliced Fresh 8 7 8 11 7 lb 4 lb 9 lb Cauliflower Florets Frozen Fresh 6 7 8 4 lb 5 lb Celery 1 Diagonal Cut 7 5 lb Corn Yellow Whole Kernel Frozen Cobbettes Frozen Corn On Cob Fresh 5 8 16 18 10 12 16 18 5 lb 27 Ears 80 Ears 18 Ears 54 Ears Peas Gr...

Page 15: ...of lime scale deposits use CLR Before beginning deliming procedures ensure that water is not overflowing into the cooking compartment The generator tank has a removable sealed tank cover The main purpose of the removable cover is for inspection of the interior of the tank for lime build up and easy removal of large pieces of lime that will not flush out drain Should the tank cover have to be remov...

Page 16: ...into the generator pour slowly to avoid spillage Remove tube and funnel 3 Screw the hex plug back into the elbow so that it is sealed 4 Turn power switch to ON and set the timer to OFF 5 Allow steamer to remain in READY cycle for 1 1 2 hours then turn power switch OFF and open the manual drain valve to allow generator to completely empty 6 FLUSH CYCLE Close the manual drain valve and turn the powe...

Page 17: ...he steam generator tank at approximately 205 degrees Fahrenheit just below water boiling point However for high altitude locations an authorized servicer must adjust the steamer temperature lower To adjust 1 Close the manual drain valve and remove side panel and turn control panel power switch to ON 2 Open compartment door and after about 5 minutes steam will be seen entering the cooking compartme...

Page 18: ...r As a temporary solution with power OFF unscrew probes check visually and clean or 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 QUALITY in this manual Heater Elements Do Not Come On When the steamer is turned ON and heater ele...

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Page 20: ...ever that replacement parts and occasional professional service may be necessary to extend the useful life of this appliance When service is needed contact a Crown Authorized Service Agency or your dealer To avoid confusion always refer to the model number serial number and type of your appliance CROWN FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT A Middleby Company 70 Oakdale Road Downsview Toronto Ontario Canada M3N 1...

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