Manual Part No: 932004-01
MD Gas Steamer
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Manual Rev No
:
2
Users Instructions (cont.)
Controls Operation:
Control Knob -
Controls multifunction valve to allow gas to flow to main and pilot burners
marked with
z
“
OFF
”, * “
PILOT
” and the flame symbol “
ON
” positions.
Water Taps -
Inlet tap controls flow of water into steamer. Drain tap allows water tank to be
drained.
Lighting the Steamer:
WARNING:
-
DO NOT LIGHT BURNERS WHEN TANK IS EMPTY
Ensure that the water supply to the steamer is turned on before use.
1)
Open both internal and external stop valves. Remove steamer furniture and interceptor tray.
Check that water level is up to mark on rear of steamer tank. Open and close drain tap and check
that ball valve operates, to bring water back to correct level.
2)
Replace steamer furniture and interceptor tray. Turn control knob from
z
“
OFF
” to * “
PILOT
”,
push in knob and apply a taper (or press optional piezo ignition) to light the pilot.
3)
Hold in knob for approximately 20 seconds, release and check that pilot remains alight.
4)
If pilot is extinguished on releasing knob, repeat steps 2 & 3. If pilot remains alight, turn control
knob to “
ON
” to light main burner.
5)
When main burner flames are established, close steamer door. Wait for 20 minutes whilst
steamer reaches full temperature, then open the door in accordance with special safety
procedure given below. Load steamer quickly with food and close door securely.
6)
A fixed calibration thermostat controls steamer, which is not adjustable, by the user. When set
temperature is reached thermostat cuts-in and burner operates at approximately 1/3 gas rate,
through by-pass fitted in control valve.
NOTE:
- When first lighting the appliance after installation or after an extended shut-down period, it
may be necessary for gas control knob to remain pushed in for some time before pilot will light,
owing to presence of air in gas line.
Turning off the Steamer:
1)
For short periods, turn control knob to * “
PILOT
”.
2)
For long periods, turn control knob to
z
“
OFF
”, close all external gas stop valves, if fitted, and
external and internal water valves. Drain tank and thoroughly dry inside of tank.