Blodgett BLP-G Series - Manual (Page 12)

12 OM-BLT/BLP-G
Operation
4. To Move a Unit on Casters
The unit must be anchored with a cable or chain to avoid accidentally
breaking or pulling loose the gas connection. When the unit is to be moved,
first turn off and disconnect the gas connection.
Disconnect the cable from its anchor point on the floor or wall. Anchor the
unit again as soon as it is in its new operating location or returned to the
previous location. Turn on the gas supply and check for leaks with a soap
solution. If leaks are found, do not operate the equipment. Call for service.
5. To Preheat the Pan
The unit must be anchored with a cable or chain to avoid accidentally
breaking or pulling loose the gas connection. When the unit is to be moved,
first turn off and disconnect the gas connection.
a. For best braising pan or frying results, preheat pan before you put in
any food.
b. To get an even temperature across the pan, preheat at a setting of
300°F or less for 15 minutes or through several on-off cycles of the
burner.
2. For Standard Models with Electronic Ignition
a. To Start Pan (See Panel Overlay) -
1. Set the Power Switch to “OFF.”
2. Set the thermostat to “OFF.”
3. Open the main supply gas valve (handle parallel to the gas pipe).
4. Set Power Switch to “ON.”
5. Rotate the thermostat dial until the Heat Light comes on. (It
lights when the main burner is on).
B. Cooking
1. To simmer or slowly heat an item, set the dial at 210°F or lower. Put the
cover down to minimize moisture loss, or leave it up to help dry or reduce the
product. Set the thermostat higher to cook or drive off moisture faster. You
may adjust the thermostat to any setting to cook the item exactly as required.
2. Leave the cover vent open to let excess steam escape. For long simmering
operations, you may wish to close the vent to retain moisture.
3. To check progress when the cover is closed, lift the handle of the vent
cover slightly, and move it quickly to either side.
4. Standing to one side of the pan (to avoid the steam that will be released)
grasp the nearer corner of the cover handle and raise the cover. The cover
will stay in the open position until you push it down.
5. To pour product, remove grease, or assist in cleaning, first raise the cover,
then tilt the pan forward by turning the tilting handwheel. When you stop
turning the wheel, the pan body will hold its position.
WARNING
WHEN TILTING BRAISING PAN
FOR PRODUCT TRANSFER:
1) USE CONTAINERS DEEP ENOUGH
TO CONTAIN AND MINIMIZE
PRODUCT SPLASHING.
2) PLACE CONTAINER ON A STABLE,
FLAT SURFACE, AS CLOSE TO THE
BRAISING PAN AS POSSIBLE.
3) STAND TO THE SIDE OF THE PAN
WHILE POURING — NOT DIRECTLY IN THE
POUR PATH OF HOT CONTENTS.
4) RETURN PAN BODY TO UPRIGHT
POSITION AFTER CONTAINER IS FILLED OR
TRANSFER IS COMPLETE.
5) DO NOT OVERFILL CONTAINER.
AVOID DIRECT SKIN CONTACT WITH HOT
CONTAINER AND CONTENTS.
CAUTION
DO NOT HEAT AN EMPTY PAN FOR MORE
THAN FIVE MINUTES AT A SETTING
HIGHER THAN 300°F. DAMAGE TO
THE PAN COULD RESULT.
WARNING
STEAM CAN CAUSE BURNS. AVOID
ESCAPING STEAM WHEN RAISING COVER.
WARNING
ITEMS IN SAUCE OR MELTED FAT CAN
SLIDE FORWARD SUDDENLY DURING TILTING
AND SPLASH THE HOT LIQUID.