Vulcan-Hart VECTS16, ML-114825 Operation, Controls, Before First USE, Using the Tilting Skillet

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OPERATION

WARNING: THE TILTING SKILLET AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE TILTING SKILLET.

CONTROLS

 

 

Thermostat

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Maintains set temperature by controlling power supply. Temperature range is

 

 

from 100°F to 450°F (38°C to 232°C).

Power Switch

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Turns power to the skillet on and off.

Indicator Light

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When lit, indicates the heating elements are supplying heat to the skillet.

Tilting Handle

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Pull forward to tilt skillet; push backward to return skillet to the down position.

BEFORE FIRST USE

WARNING: BEFORE CLEANING, DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH TO INDICATE YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT.

Clean the protective metal oils from all surfaces of the skillet. Use a non-corrosive, grease dissolving commercial cleaner, following manufacturer's directions. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry wth a soft clean cloth. Clean all accessories. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.

USING THE TILTING SKILLET

When the skillet is tilted, power supply to the heating elements is interrupted. The skillet can only be operated in the down position.

To prevent discoloration of stainless steel cooking surface, do not turn the heat on unless the skillet is covered with a fluid, a thin layer of cooking oil, or food to be cooked.

1.Grasp the tilting handle and tilt the skillet down as far as it will go and then back to ensure that is moves easily.

2.Turn the Power Switch ON.

3.Set the Thermostat dial to 425°F (218°C).

4.Preheat skillet and allow it to cycle in order to equalize heat across the entire pan surface.

5.Set the Thermostat dial to the desired cooking temperature. See suggested guidelines in the chart on page 7 and the Cooking Guide on pages 8 and 9.

6.At the end of cooking, turn the Thermostat to OFF and turn the Power Switch to OFF.

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