Vulcan-Hart ML-126857, ML-126853, VHX24E5, MHB24E, ML-126852 manual Heating Elements

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VHX SERIES STEAMERS - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS

B.Insert one end of glass tube into top gauge fitting then align opposite end of tube with bottom gauge fitting.

C.Lower the glass tube into bottom gauge fitting then center the tube between top & bottom gauge fittings.

D.Hold glass tube in place and hand tighten the bottom packing nut then top.

E.Tighten each packing nut and additional 1/2 turn.

CAUTION: Do not over tighten packing nuts or damage to glass tube may occur.

6.Re-connect power to the machine.

7.Turn power switch on and allow boiler to fill.

A.Press reset switch to begin heating (green ready light on).

8.Check gauge glass for water and steam leaks.

A.If necessary, slowly tighten packing nuts until leak stops.

9.Install right side panel or front control panel (if removed).

4.Disconnect lead wires from heating element at the contactor terminals.

5.Remove mounting nuts from heating element and remove the element from boiler.

HEATING ELEMENTS

WARNING: DISCONNECT THE

ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE

MACHINE AND FOLLOW LOCKOUT /

TAGOUT PROCEDURES.

1.Turn power switch off and allow boiler to blowdown/drain.

2.Open the cabinet base door.

3.Remove heating element cover then main control box cover.

6. Clean the mating surface on mounting plate then install a replacement gasket and heating element.

7. Reverse procedure to install and check for proper operation.

NOTE: When installing heating element, route the lead wires between the contactors.

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Contents VHX Boiler Base Series High Efficiency Electric Steamer VHX24E ShownTable of Contents VHX Series Steamers General INSTALLATION, Operation Cleaning IntroductionModel Number of Pans PAN Depth PER Compartment Inches Boiler Code Descriptions SpecificationsWater Conditioning Boiler PressureStandard ToolsElectrical SpecialRemoval and Replacement of Parts Pressure Switch Control BOX ComponentsMain Control BOX Components Water Level Gauge Assembly Left Side View ShownHeating Elements Heating Element Mounting Plate Heating ElementsBoiler Assembly Right Side View ShownDescaler Cathodic Protector Gasket Cooking Compartment DoorsRemoval HandleLatch Assembly Service Procedures and Adjustments BoilerWater Level Controls Test Water Level Probe Housing BlowdownMain Water Level Control Auxiliary Low level Cut-Off Control Cycling Pressure Switch Adjustment High Limit Pressure Switch Adjustment Boiler Fill and Cold Water Condenser Solenoid ValvesCold Water Condenser Thermostat Adjustment Heating Element Test Intake Shut-Off Valve Adjustment Steam FlowCooking Compartment Door Sealing Adjustment Door Latch AdjustmentComponent Function Reset Switch ManualElectrical Operation Cold Water CondenserBlowdown/Drain Compartment Pressure SwitchSteam Solenoid Valve Component Locations Boiler Base ControlsBoiler Base Controls Cooking Compartment Controls Water Level Controls Low Level Cut-Off & Differential ControlAuxiliary Low Level Cut-Off Layout, Legend & Diagnostic Test Points Relay BoardSchematic Sequence of Operation Initial Fill and PreheatWater Refill After Initial Fill Boiler Blowdown/drainVHX Series Steamer Electrical Operation Schematics Cooking Compartment Controls Wiring Diagrams VHX Series Steamer Electrical Operation Heating Element Circuits Cooking Compartment Controls Symptom Possible Causes TroubleshootingBoiler Base Controls Symptom Possible Causes Symptom Possible Causes Cooking Compartment Controls VHX Series Steamer VHX Series Steamer VHX24E, VHX24E5, MHB24E Condensed Spare Parts ListPart Number Description