Vulcan-Hart 72(S,C)(S,C), 48(S,C), 24S Before First USE, Ovens, Griddles, Open Top, Manual Griddle

Griddle Thermostat — Regulates griddle temperature. The thermostat temperature range is from LOW at approximately 200°F (93°C) to HI at approximately 550°F (288°C). Turn the thermostat clockwise to increase temperature and counterclockwise to decrease temperature.

Safety Valve – Monitors standing pilot. The oven and thermostatic griddle feature a standing pilot that must be manually lit. The pilot is monitored by a thermocouple and pilot safety valve. If the pilot goes out, the safety valve will shut-off the gas supply to the pilot and main burners.

Fan Switch – Turns fan on and off (Convection Ovens only). Fan turns on when door is closed. Fan turns off when door is opened.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Ovens

New ovens require a burn off period to break in the oven and eliminate unappetizing odors from penetrating the food product. These odors are typically from curing of the porcelain enamel oven cavity parts.

Turn on gas to unit and set the thermostat to 475°F (246°C). Allow the oven to operate at this temperature for 30 to 45 minutes.

Griddles

Before leaving the factory the griddle is coated with vegetable oil as a rust inhibitor. Remove this film when the griddle plate is being cleaned prior to its first cooking use. Heat the griddle to 200-300°F to loosen and melt the coating, then clean the surface with a non-corrosive, grease dissolving commercial cleaner, following the manufacturer’s directions. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth. Clean all accessories.

The griddle plate is steel, but the surface is soft and can be scored or dented by careless use of spatulas or scrappers. Be careful not to dent, scratch or gouge the plate. Do not try to knock off loose food that may be on the spatula by tapping the corner edge of the spatula on the griddle surface.

Season the griddle to avoid possible surface corrosion before first use, and after every cleaning. Heat griddle to a low temperature (300-350°F) and apply a small amount of cooking oil – about one ounce per square foot of surface. Use a soft lint-free cloth to spread the oil over the entire griddle surface to create a thin film. Wipe off any excess oil with a cloth. Repeat the procedure until the griddle has a slick, mirror-like finish.

LIGHTING AND SHUTTING DOWN PILOTS

TOP SECTIONS

Open Top, Manual Griddle

1.Remove front row of grates (Open Top Only).

2.Turn the main gas supply valve to the ON position.

3.Light all standing pilots.

Open Top - Pilot access can be reached under the grate support beam running from left to right. Manual Griddle – Pilot access can be reached under the griddle plate through the slotted opening in

the manifold cover near the burner valve knob.

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