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INSTALLATION
Introduction
INTRODUCTION
This manual contains general information, installation,
operation, principles of operation, troubleshooting guide
and maintenance information for the electrically operated
UniVerse Tilting Skillet.
DESCRIPTION
The Market Forge UniVerse Models 30P-STEL (12 kW
input) and 40P-STEL (18 kW input) are electrically oper-
ated skillets, tilting type, with 30- and 40-gallon capaci-
ties, respectively. They are equipped with a solid-state
thermostat and high-limit control with a 100°F-to-450°F
temperature scale.
BASIC FUNCTIONS
The UniVerse Tilting Skillet is a very versatile cooking
appliance. It can perform basic cooking functions, such
as braising meat, sautéing, pan-frying chicken, steaming
vegetables, boiling, and simmering. Refer to Section 3 -
Cooking Guidelines, which gives detailed information on
the various types of food products that can be cooked in
the skillet.
BASIC OPERATION
1. Ensure that electric power connection has been made
correctly and that branch circuit breaker at building
supply box is ON.
2. Ensure that skillet is in full down position and clean
before using.
NOTE: Electric power automatically shuts off when
skillet is tilted more than 10° above normal
horizontal cooking position.
3. Set thermostat at desired temperature by turning ther-
mostat control knob clockwise. See Cooking Guide-
lines for thermostat settings.
4. Preheat to desired temperature (with cover down) be-
fore grilling, pan-frying, or any other method of cook-
ing except boiling.
NOTE: For best results, allow unit to cycle ON/OFF
once.
5. Ensure that cover is up for most types of cooking ex-
cept for simmering, braising, or boiling. Cover has
drip-lip at rear to direct condensate into skillet.
6. Remove cooked food immediately to prevent over-
cooking. Tilt skillet by turning hand crank clockwise or
pushing tilt switch.
7. Lower skillet by turning hand crank counterclockwise
or pushing tilt switch.
Turn thermostat control knob counterclockwise to
OFF when no further heating is desired.
Unit must be cleaned after each use. Proceed as follows:
1. When all food has been removed from skillet, add wa-
ter to loosen/dissolve any remaining food.
2. Wash skillet using mild detergent, water and nylon
brush. If food is stuck to skillet surface, soak and ap-
ply heat to loosen food.
WARNING
Do not get water on wiring or in controls. Be sure to
wash inside of skillet pan, inside of cover including
under drip-lip, and pouring spout area.
3. Rinse and dry entire unit.