OM-DHS 13
When removing a lift-off cover:
a. Firmly grasp the handle, and lift the rear edge (farthest from operator)
1-2” (3-5 cm) to allow steam and water vapor to escape. Wait 2-3
seconds.
b. Tilt cover to 45-60° angle to allow any hot condensate or product to
roll off cover back into kettle.
c. Remove cover, ensuring that remaining hot condensate or product
does not drip on operator, floor or work surfaces.
d. Place cover on safe, flat, sanitary, out-of-theway surface, or return to
kettle.
2. Basket Insert:
An optional kettle basket insert set (Tri-BC) will assist in cooking water-
boiled products including eggs, potatoes, vegetables, shell fish, pasta and
rice. The nylon mesh liner must be used for products smaller than the
basket mesh size, (approx. ¼” (6 mm). This includes rice and small pasta
shapes.
a.
Allow for displacement of the three baskets and product. This
may mean only half filling the kettle. Test baskets and product
displacement with the kettle OFF, and with cold water in the kettle.
b. Load baskets on a level, stable work surface.
c. Lift loaded baskets with both hands. Get help from another person if
the basket is too heavy for safe handling.
d. Slowly lower product into kettle and securely hook basket to the “Y”
frame.
e. When removing baskets with cooked product, lift straight up, ensuring
basket bottoms clear the kettle rim and pouring lip. Wear protective
oven mitts and protective apron.
f. Allow hot water to fully drain from product, before moving basket
away from the kettle. Do not rest baskets on kettle rim or pouring lip.
If baskets are too heavy for individual to lift and safely move, get help.
Remove product immediately from basket into another container,
being sure to avoid contact with hot product and hot basket or...
g. Place baskets with food on a stable, flat surface, inside a solid
steamer or bake pan, to catch any remaining hot water draining from
product.
Operation
