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SECTION 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION:
This technical manual contains general information,
installation, operation, principles of operation, troubleshooting
guide, and maintenance information for the electrically
operated UniVerse Tilting Skillet. Also included is an illustrated
parts list and a directory of authorized parts and service
agencies.
DESCRIPTION:
The Market Forge Industries UniVerse Models 30-STEL
(12 kW input) and 40-STEL (18 kW input) are electrically
operated skillets, tilting type, with 30- and 40-gallon capacities,
respectively. They are equipped with a solid-state thermostat
and high-limit control with a 100°F-to-450°F temperature
scale.
BASIC FUNCTIONS:
The UniVerse Tilting Skillet is a very versatile cooking
appliance. It can perform basic cooking functions, such as
braising meat, sautéing, pan-frying chicken, steaming
vegetables, boiling, and simmering. Refer to Section 4—Test
Kitchen Bulletin, which gives detailed information on the
various types of food products that can be cooked in the
skillet.
COOKING:
1. Ensure that electric power connection has been made
correctly and that branch circuit breaker at building supply
box is on.
2. Ensure that skillet is in full down position and clean before
using.
NOTE: Electric power automatically shuts off when skillet is
tilted more than 10° above normal horizontal cooking position.
3. Set thermostat at desired temperature by turning thermostat
control knob clockwise. See Section 4—Test Kitchen
Bulletin for thermostat settings.
4. Preheat to desired temperature (with cover down) before
grilling, pan-frying, or any other method of cooking except
boiling.
NOTE: For best results, allow unit to cycle on/off once.
5. Ensure that cover is up for most types of cooking except for
simmering, braising, or boiling. Cover has drip-lip at rear to
direct condensate into skillet.
6. Remove cooked food immediately to prevent over-cooking.
Tilt skillet by turning handcrank clockwise or pushing tilt
switch.
7. Lower skillet by turning handcrank counterclockwise on
pushing tilt switch.
SHUT-DOWN:
Turn thermostat control knob counterclockwise to off when no
further heating is desired.
CLEANING:
Unit must be cleaned after each use. Proceed as follows:
1. When all food has been removed from skillet, add water to
loosen/dissolve any remaining food.
2. Wash skillet using mild detergent, water and nylon brush. If
food is stuck to skillet surface, soak and use a little heat to
loosen food.
WARNING:
Do not get water on wiring or in controls. Be sure to wash
inside of skillet pan, inside of cover including under drip-lip,
and pouring spout area.
3. Rinse and dry entire unit.
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