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SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
To use a SteamCraft Convection Steamer saf ely and effectively, each operator m ust read and
understand this Manual completely before start ing operation. The owners and operators of the steamer
should retain this Manual in an easily accessible location for future reference and training.
The owner(s) and operator(s) of the steamer must be awar e that steam can cause serious injuries and
equipment damage. Pay particular att ention to the Operational Safety section of this chapter, and the
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS displayed in th is manual and on the equipment.

A. OPERATIONAL SAFETY

The safe and effective operation of an y steamer depends upon proper installation, use, maintenance,
and repair. Operational safety mus t encompass all of these factor s. This Operational Safet y section
outlines the minimum safety policies that sho uld be considered when using one or m ore SteamCraft
steamers. It is assumed that any operational safet y program must be tailored to the specific site and use
of the equipment.
Burn hazards are present in any professional food ser vice operation. When using the steamer, observe
the following precautions.
• Remember at all times that steam can ca use severe burns.
• When checking inside the steamer always open the door s lowly and stand to the side and
back away from the steamer. Water leaking from the door gas ket can be a sign of a blocked
drain. If the drain is blocked, hot water can accumulate inside the compartm ent and spill out
when the door is opened.
• Make sure the compartment is turned OF F. Open the door slightly to allow steam to vent bef ore
looking or reaching into cooking com partment.
• Do not reach into the cooking compartm ent until the steam has cleared.
• Do not reach into steamer or handle hot items without wearing heat proof gloves. Wet or damp
gloves conduct heat, and may cause burns when touching hot items.
• Do not use anything but your hands to oper ate the ON/OFF controls.
• Do not block the vents on the side, rear or underside of the un it or otherwise obstruct the flow
of ventilation air to the steamer. Do not store articles on t op of the unit.
The steamer requires a minimum of service if properly operated and maintained by traine d personnel.
The following steps will help keep the steamer in a safe, efficient operating condition.
(1) Do not store or leave combustibl e materials near the steamer. Keep the area around and un der
the steamer free of combustible materials.
(2) Non slip draining mats should be on the floor in front of the steamer to pre vent slipping
accidents from spilled water.
WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START OR OPERATE a St eamCraft
steamer during a power outage.
DEATH, INJURY, AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE could result f rom the
improper installation of a steamer.
Before starting a recently installed or repaired steamer, be sure it has
been installed by qualified perso nnel according to the instructi ons
found in the separate Installation and Maintenance Manual.