4
IMPORTANT READ FIRST IMPORTANT
NOTICE: If the Clamshell® is to be attached to a griddle/ charbroiler in the
field – it is recommended to complete the installation of mounting adapter
before un-crating the Clamshell®.
CAUTION: UNIT IS EXTREMELY HEAVY. FOR SAFE HANDLING, INSTALLER SHOULD
OBTAIN HELP AS NEEDED, OR EMPLOY APPROPRIATE MATERIALS
HANDLING EQUIPMENT (SUCH AS A FORKLIFT, DOLLY, OR PALLET
JACK) TO REMOVE THE UNIT FROM THE SKID AND MOVE IT TO THE
PLACE OF INSTALLATION.
WARNING: INSTALLATION OF THE UNIT MUST BE DONE BY PERSONNEL QUALIFIED
TO WORK WITH ELECTRICITY AND PLUMBING. IMPROPER
INSTALLATION CAN CAUSE INJURY TO PERSONNEL AND/OR DAMAGE
TO EQUIPMENT. UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL
APPLICABLE CODES.
CAUTION: SHIPPING STRAPS ARE UNDER TENSION AND CAN SNAP BACK WHEN
CUT.
DANGER: DO NOT REMOVE THE MOUNTING NUTS OFF OF THE MOUNTING PLATE
STUDS WHILE THE UNIT IS IN THE LOWERED POSITION. THE
STANCHION BACK IS UNDER TENSION AND CAN CAUSE BODILY INJURY.
NOTICE: The data plate is located on the inside surface of the hood wrap. The
Clamshell® voltage, wattage, serial number, clearance and gas
specifications are on the data plate. This information should be carefully
read and understood before proceeding with the installation.
NOTICE: This unit is approved to be installed only on equipment which meets NSF
standards, and for which the adapter kit is provided.
WARNING: BEFORE LIGHTING, USE A SOAP AND WATER SOLUTION TO TEST ALL
JOINTS FOR GAS LEAKS.
NOTICE: The installation of any components such as a vent hood, grease extractors,
fire extinguisher systems, must conform to their applicable National, State
and locally recognized installation standards.
WARNING: DURING INITIAL USE, OR USE AFTER SERVICE, IF THE PILOT DOES NOT
IGNITE ON FIRST TRY THE MAIN GAS VALVE MUST BE TURNED OFF FOR
AT LEAST FIVE MINUTES.
CAUTION: ALWAYS KEEP THE AREA NEAR THE APPLIANCE FREE FROM
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.
CAUTION: KEEP FLOOR IN FRONT OF EQUIPMENT CLEAN AND DRY. IF SPILLS
OCCUR, CLEAN IMMEDIATELY, TO AVOID THE DANGER OF SLIPS OR
FALLS.
NOTICE: While cooking, the Clamshell® must be monitored at all times. Do not leave
the Clamshell® unattended while cooking.
NOTICE: Fan in Clamshell® runs continuously. For the safety of the unit, the fan
must run continuously to provide cooling to the electrical components.
Component cooling is required if the base unit is running. If power to the
Clamshell® is turned off, gas to base will be turned off. If it is necessary to
remove power from the Clamshell®, the base unit must be cooled below
200°F first.