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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL, PAN STEAMERS, MODEL R18-4

MANUAL 1195735 REV0 (11/22/2011)                      8                           HEAVY DUTY STEAM  

4.0  PERFORMANCE CHECK

WARNING:  The steamer and its parts are hot.  Use care when
operating, cleaning or servicing the steamer.  The cooking
compartment contains live steam and hot water.  Stay clear while
opening the door.  

Once the steamer has been installed, thoroughly test the steamer before operation.

1.  Check that door opens and closes for proper operation.

2.

Inspect the door gasket to ensure there is no damage.

3.

Check that without water in the steamer, that the low water alarm comes on within 10
minutes of a cold start.

4.

Open compartment door and pour in water up to the “Water Level” mark located at back of
compartment or allow the unit to automatically fill with water when connected to a water
supply.

5.

Set the power switch to ON and set the timer to the OFF position.

6.

Close door and wait approximately 10 minutes for the READY indicator to illuminate which
will indicate the unit is up to proper operating temperature.

7.

Open the door to verify the cavity has reached cooking temperature.  Water in the bottom
of the cooking cavity should be close to boiling temperature.

8.

Set the timer to 5 minutes and close the door to initiate the cooking cycle.  The COOKING
indicator should illuminate.  Allow the timed cooking cycle to complete, verifying that the
end of cycle buzzer sounds and the COOKING indicator is out.  The ‘READY’ light will
illuminate.  

BEFORE FIRST USE

Clean the protective oils from all surfaces of the steamer.  Use a non-corrosive, grease
dissolving commercial cleaner, following manufacturer’s directions.  Rinse thoroughly and wipe
dry with a soft clean cloth.  

WARNING:  The steamer and its parts are hot.  Use care when
operating, cleaning or servicing the steamer.  The cooking
compartment contains live steam.  Stay clear when opening door.

Summary of Contents for R18-4

Page 1: ...____ OPERATOR S MANUAL Electric Counter Convection Steamer R18 4 WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage injury or death Read the installat...

Page 2: ...th WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage injury or death Read the installation operation instructions thoroughly before installing or ser...

Page 3: ...1 22 2011 3 HEAVY DUTY STEAM TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE 1 0 SERVICE CONNECTIONS 4 2 0 INTRODUCTION 5 3 0 INSTALLATION 6 4 0 PERFORMANCE CHECK 8 5 0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9 6 0 COOKING GUIDELI...

Page 4: ...INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL PAN STEAMERS MODEL R18 4 MANUAL 1195735 REV0 11 22 2011 4 HEAVY DUTY STEAM 1 0 SERVICE CONNECTIONS...

Page 5: ...ectric fired pressureless steam cooker The cooking compartment is equipped with a three piece door with inner gasket plate isolated from the exterior surface Door latch operates by slam action for pos...

Page 6: ...adjust the feet to level the unit front to back and side to side The unit must be level for proper operation Warranty will be void for improper installation ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING The unit mus...

Page 7: ...ctions to drains or others CAUTION In order to avoid any back pressure in the steamer do not connect solidly to any drain connection WATER CONDITION For best results Crown recommends that the water su...

Page 8: ...er switch to ON and set the timer to the OFF position 6 Close door and wait approximately 10 minutes for the READY indicator to illuminate which will indicate the unit is up to proper operating temper...

Page 9: ...4 Timer Dial Set the cooking time 0 to 60 minutes steam cooking will begin after the door is closed The cooking cycle will be interrupted if the door is opened during the cooking cycle resume cooking...

Page 10: ...when the READY indicator lamp is illuminated and the buzzer sounds 5 Turn the timer to OFF position to silence the buzzer slide pans of food into cooking compartment pan supports and close cooking co...

Page 11: ...chlorine or bleach solution for cleaning door gasket Never use steel wool or other metallic pads to clean the steamer Weekly or more often if necessary clean the exterior with damp cloth and polish wi...

Page 12: ...the pan supports and deflector in compartment and leave door ajar WARNING When this appliance is installed with casters and is connected to the supply service with flexible electrical conduit a restra...

Page 13: ...nerals 7 Because foods are cooked faster by the higher temperatures of steam cooking they can be prepared closer to serving time insuring maximum freshness 8 Steam cooked foods have a higher percent y...

Page 14: ...itional 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 redu...

Page 15: ...he cooker CAUTION Under no circumstances should hardware or parts be replaced with a different length size or type other than as specified in the parts list The hardware used in the cooker has been se...

Page 16: ...is is not covered by warranty Follow the recommended cleaning instructions Use a mild detergent warm water and rinse thoroughly NEVER SPRAY WATER INTO ELECTRIC CONTROLS OR LOUVRES MONTHLY REMOVAL OF S...

Page 17: ...et the power switch to TIMED COOKING and set the timer to 30 minutes 6 At the end of the 30 minute cook cycle turn power switch OFF and drain the contents of the cavity 7 Thoroughly flush the cavity w...

Page 18: ...Replace timer f Faulty wiring Inspect condition of wire and tightness of all connections Correct as needed g Fuse blown Replace with same rated fuse 2 STEAM FAILS TO GENERATE WITH COOKING INDICATOR L...

Page 19: ...ero ohms on the ohmmeter If zero ohm reading cannot be obtained timer contacts are defective and the timer must be replaced 5 Move ohmmeter leads to terminals 1 and 4 6 Rotate timer dial to 0 Minute p...

Page 20: ...ned between the C and NO terminals the switch is defective and must be replaced 5 Remove the ohmmeter and replace the leads on switch terminals Indicator Lights If the cooker compartment functions cor...

Page 21: ...d so as to provide a good electrical connection Door Gasket Check gasket for cuts and replace if necessary Door Gasket Replacement The cooking compartment door gaskets are made of a silicone type rubb...

Page 22: ...e stainless steel NEVER RUB WITH A CIRCULAR MOTION Soil and burnt deposits which do not respond to the above procedure can usually be removed by rubbing the surface with SCOTCH BRITE scouring pads or...

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