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DIRECT STEAM COUNTERTOP TILTING KETTLES

GENERAL

Vulcan countertop tilting kettles are produced
with quality workmanship and material. Proper
installation, usage and maintenance will result
in many years of satisfactory performance. It
is suggested that you thoroughly read this
entire manual and carefully follow all of the
instructions provided.

These kettles must be connected to a plumbing
source according to applicble specifications
and codes. These units are built to comply
with applicable manufacturing standards and
approvals. Approval agencies include UL, NSF,
ASME and NB.

It is the responsibility of the owner/installer to
comply with these codes.

The Direct Steam Kettles are available in both
6- and 12-gallon capacity models.

TABLE 1. MODEL CHART

Model

Gallons

Quarts    Liters

Number

K6DTT

6

24

23

K12DTT

12

48

45

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF

K6DTT AND K12DTT DIRECT STEAM TILTING KETTLES

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE

Fig. 1 K6DTT Direct Steam Tilting Kettle

Fig. 2 K12DTT Direct Steam Tilting Kettle

Summary of Contents for K12DTT

Page 1: ...T ML 136070 K12DTT ML 136071 For additional information on Vulcan Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area visit our website at www vulcanequipment com VULCAN HART DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP LLC WWW VULCANEQUIPMENT COM 3600 NORTH POINT BLVD BALTIMORE MD 21222 ...

Page 2: ...M EQUIPMENT WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL 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 thisequipment ...

Page 3: ...5 LOCATION 5 INSTALLATION 5 INSTALLING K6DTT ON COUNTER OR STAND 5 INSTALLING K12DTT ON TABLE OR STAND 6 PLUMBING CONNECTIONS 6 Steam Supply Connection 6 Drain Connection 6 OPERATION 7 DIRECT STEAM 7 CLEANING 7 STAINLESS STEEL EQUIPMENT CARE AND CLEANING 7 Enemies of Stainless Steel 8 Recommended cleaners for specific situations 9 Review 9 MAINTENANCE 9 TROUBLESHOOTING 10 SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMA...

Page 4: ...o applicble specifications and codes These units are built to comply with applicable manufacturing standards and approvals ApprovalagenciesincludeUL NSF ASME and NB It is the responsibility of the owner installer to comply with these codes The Direct Steam Kettles are available in both 6 and 12 gallon capacity models TABLE 1 MODEL CHART Model Gallons Quarts Liters Number K6DTT 6 24 23 K12DTT 12 48...

Page 5: ...ates Vulcan kettles must be installed in accordance with 1 State and local codes 2 NFPA Standard NFPA 96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment latest edition available from the National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 In Canada Vulcan kettles must be installed in accordance with local codes LOCATION The K6DTT and K12DTT countertop tilting kettles must be positioned on ...

Page 6: ...l Medium Boil Stock Boil 12 minutes 20 minutes 30 minutes Time to boil lbs hr kg hr lbs hr kg hr lbs hr kg hr 12 gallons 78 36 43 20 29 13 MODEL TRUE WORKING CAPACITY 4OZ SERVINGS K12DTT 12 gallons 48 quarts 384 45 liters 1 Install a steam shut off valve in the steam supply line preferably near the kettle for ease of maintenance 2 Install a pressure reducing valve if supply pressure is more than 5...

Page 7: ...the kettle 2 Loosen stuck on food by allowing it to soak at a low temperature setting Never use harsh or corrosive cleaning chemicals Never scrape the inside of the kettle with abrasive cleansers metal tools or steel scouring pads which will scratch the surface spoil the appearance and make it more difficult to thoroughly clean CLEANING 3 Add mild detergent and scrub the kettle interior with a nyl...

Page 8: ...with the polish lines Some stainless steel comes with visible polishing lines or grain When visible lines are present always scrub in a motion parallel to the lines When the grain cannot be seen play it safe and use a soft cloth or plastic scouring pad 3 Use alkaline alkaline chlorinated or non chloride containing cleaners While many traditional cleaners are loaded with chlorides the industry is p...

Page 9: ...f scrapes scratches deposits and chlorides 2 Stainless steel rust starts with pits and cracks 3 Use the proper tools Do not use steel pads wire brushes or scrapers to clean stainless steel 4 Use non chlorinated cleaners at recommended concentrations Use only chloride free cleaners 5 Soften your water Use filters and softeners whenever possible 6 Wipe off cleaning agent s and standing water as soon...

Page 10: ...ing condensate return pump not working Call Service Inadequate steam flow Control valve not fully open to desired setting Supply pressure is low Contact building maintenance Call Service Steam supply line undersized Contact plumber or building maintenance Kettle s exceed steam supply capabilities Refer to sequential start up instructions in Installation Operation manual Pressure relief valve on st...

Page 11: ... authorized servicer Kettle making Water in jacket turning to steam None this does not harm the unit cracking sound when Open steam control valve slowly gradually during initial heat up started up from cold Note When heating issues occur with direct steam kettles building maintenance should be notified first before calling a service company Service calls due to building steam supply issues are not...

Page 12: ...information concerning this model contact the Vulcan Hart Service Agency in your area refer to our website www vulcanequipment com for a complete listing of Authorized Service and Parts depots When calling for service the following information must be available model number serial number manufacture date MD and steam pressure ...

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