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C24EA SERIES ELECTRIC CONVECTION STEAMERS
INTRODUCTION
GENERAL
Vulcan convection steamers are produced with
quality workmanship and material. Proper installation,
usage and maintenance will result in many years of
satisfactory performance. It is suggested that you
thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully
follow all of the instructions provided.
The C24EA6 and C24EA10 convection steamers
are dual compartment, electric, pressureless
steam cookers with an internal electric steam
generator that maintains water temperature at
approximately 195° F. At 208V and 480V, the
C24EA6 is rated at 17.2kW, and the C24EA10 is
rated at 25.6kW. At 240V, the C24EA6 is rated
at 19.7kW, and the C24EA10 is rated at 26.4kW.
Model C24EA6 can accommodate three 2 1/2" deep
(6.4 cm) steam pans per compartment. Model
C24EA10 can accommodate five 2 1/2" deep (6.4
cm) steam pans per compartment. The C24EA6
and C24EA10 electric convection steamers are
designed for cooking vegetables, eggs and other
foods, in commercial kitchens. Each compartment
has a 0-60 minute timer, as well as a constant steam
feature. The buzzer requires manual shutoff. The
steamer is equipped with a cabinet base with flanged
feet for floor mounting.
INSTALLATION
Before installing, verify that the electrical supply
agrees with the specifications on the data plate
located on the front of the machine. If the supply
and equipment requirements do not agree, do
not proceed with the installation. Contact your
dealer or Vulcan-Hart immediately.
This unit is shipped pre-wired for 208/60/3 or
480/60/3. 240V and single-phase operation
require changes to the heater connection 240/
60/3, 240/60/1 and 208/60/1. This unit will operate
at 60Hz or 50Hz. Conversions must be made by
a Vulcan Hart authorized service technician.
UNPACKING
This steamer was inspected before leaving the
factory. The transportation company assumes
full responsibility for safe delivery upon
acceptance of the shipment.
Immediately after unpacking, check for possible
shipping damage. If steamer damage is found,
save the packaging material and contact the
carrier within 15 days of delivery.
INSTALLATION CODES AND
STANDARDS
In the United States of America:
1. State and local Codes
2. National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI/z223.1/NFPA
#54(latest edition). Copies may be obtained
from The American Gas Association,
Accredited Standards Committee Z223@
400 N. Capital St. NW, Washington D.C.
2001 or the Secretary Standards Council,
NFPA, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy MA
02169-7471.
Note: In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:
All gas appliances vented through a ventilation
hood or exhaust system equipped with a damper
or with a power means of exhaust shall comply
with 248 CMR.
3. Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment,
NFPA#96 (latest edition).
4. Copies may be obtained from The National
Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch
Park, Quincy MA 02169-7471.
5. National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70
(latest edition). Copies may be obtained
from The National Fire Protection
Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy
MA 02169-7471.
In Canada, the steamer must be installed in
accordance with:
1. Local codes.
2. Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.2 No.3,
latest edition) available from the Canadian
Standards Association, 5060 Spectrum Way,
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 5N6.