Form No. KCMGM-1219
3
English
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD:
• This unit is designed to be used with propane or natural
gas. Contact a qualified installer to determine and
perform proper gas connections.
• Unit must be installed by qualified, trained gas
equipment installers. Installation must conform to all
local plumbing and gasfitting codes. Installation by
unqualified personnel will void the unit warranty and
may lead to fire or explosion causing property damage,
personal injury, or death. Check with local plumbing
inspectors for proper procedures and codes.
• In the absence of local plumbing and gasfitting codes,
installation must conform with National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 or National Gas and Propane
Installation Code CSA B149.1, as applicable.
• The gas used with this unit must be the type specified
on the specification plate on this unit. To avoid personal
injury or damage to the unit, never use any other than
the specified gas.
• Unit must be connected to gas supply using a moveable
gas connector that complies with current and local
standards and codes.
• Inspect moveable gas connector regularly. Replace
immediately if any signs of wear are present.
• Verify moveable gas connector has not exceeded its
expiration date. Replace immediately if expired.
• Do not twist moveable gas connector.
• Keep moveable gas connector away from hot
appliances and surfaces.
• The unit and its gas connections must be leak tested
before placing unit in operation. Use soapy water or
commercially available fluid for leak test. DO NOT use
open flame to test for leaks.
• The unit and its individual gas shut-off valve must be
disconnected and isolated from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of the system at
test pressures in excess of 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa.).
• This unit must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by closing its individual gas shut-off valve
during any pressure testing of gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi
(3.5 kPa).
• Locate unit the appropriate distance from combustible
walls and materials. If safe distances are not maintained,
discoloration or combustion could occur.
- For single griddle units, locate sides and rear a
minimum of 8″ (203 mm) from combustible surfaces.
- For dual griddle units, locates sides a minimum of
8″ (203 mm) and rear a minimum of 12″ (305 mm)
from combustible surfaces
• Do not obstruct air ventilation openings on unit. Unit
combustion or malfunction may occur.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD:
• If the information in these instructions is not followed
exactly, fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death
• This unit must be serviced by qualified personnel only.
Service by unqualified personnel may lead to explosion
or burn.
• Use only Genuine Hatco Replacement Parts when
service is required. Failure to use Genuine Hatco
Replacement Parts will void all warranties and may
subject operators of the equipment to hazardous
conditions. Genuine Hatco Replacement Parts are
specified to operate safely in the environments in
which they are used. Some aftermarket or generic
replacement parts do not have the characteristics that
will allow them to operate safely in Hatco equipment.
Unit must be installed in location with sufficient ventilation
to prevent buildup of unsafe levels of noxious fumes.
Turn Temperature Control to off (“0”) position, close gas
shut-off valve, and allow unit to cool before performing any
cleaning, adjustments, or maintenance.
This unit is equipped with a restraining ring. Restraining
ring must be used with appropriate restraining device to
prevent strain on gas connection.
Unit is not weatherproof.
Do not steam clean or use excessive water on unit.
This unit is not “jet-proof” construction. Do not use jet-
clean spray to clean this unit.
DO NOT submerge or saturate with water. Unit is not
waterproof. Do not operate if unit has been submerged or
saturated with water.
Do not allow liquids to spill into unit.
Make sure all operators have been instructed on the safe
and proper use of the unit.
This unit is not intended for use by children or persons
with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities.
Ensure proper supervision of children and keep them away
from the unit.
Never leave unit unattended during use.
Always turn off individual gas shut-off valve when unit is
not in use.
Do not make any modifications to unit. Personal injury and
damage to unit may occur.
Do not use unit for any purpose other than for which it is
designed.
This unit has no “user-serviceable” parts. If service
is required on this unit, contact an Authorized Hatco
Service Agent or contact the Hatco Service Department at
800-558-0607 or 414-671-6350.
Read the following important safety information before using this equipment to avoid serious
injury or death and to avoid damage to equipment or property.
