Blodgett SC-G Series - Manual (Page 11)

OM-SC-G 9
Initial Start-Up
After thesteamer has been installed, test it to ensure that the unit is operating
correctly.
1. Remove all literature and packing materials from the interior and exterior of the unit.
2. Make sure the water supply line is open.
3. Make sure that the gas supply line is open and that the manual knob on the
main gas valve is turned to the “on” position. This valve is located behind the
front access panel on the right side of the unit.
4. Turn on electrical service to the unit. The unit will not operate without electrical
power. Do not attempt to operate the unit during a power failure.
5. The steamer will not operate until the pilot burner has been ignited. To light the
pilot burner, activate the pilot switch located next to the main gas valve. When
the pilot ignition sequence has been successfully completed, a green light - on
the pilot switch (old models) - and on the electrical panel (new models) will glow.
6. The “trial for ignition” period is roughly 90 seconds. If the pilot burner does not
light within about 90 seconds after the switch is activated, the ignition system
automatically stops gas flow to the pilot burner and stops the ignition trial. If
this happens, turn off the pilot switch and repeat the trial for ignition. During
the initial start-up, the pilot may require several trials for ignition until all the air
is bled from the gas piping. Subsequent start-ups should require only about 5
seconds to achieve pilot ignition.
NOTE: See Automatic Operation of Pilot at the end of this section.
7. Once the pilot burner flame has been established (the green light on the pilot
switch (old models) or electrical panel (new models) is on), press the “ON” switch
for the desired steamer cavity. The steam generator will fill with water.
NOTE: The door MUST be closed for the main burner to work.
8. When the steam generator has filled with water, the burners will ignite
automatically. Within approximately 8-10 minutes the READY light will come on,
indicating that the water has reached its standby temperature. When the READY
light is displayed, you may take any one of the following steps:
a. Set the timer to the desired time for timed steaming.
b. Turn the timer knob to the manual ON position for continuous steam.
c. Let the unit stay at standby temperature.
9. To shut down the unit, press the ON switch into the off position. The steam
generator will then drain. You may also switch off the pilot switch to conserve
energy.
10. If the steamer behaves as described, the unit is functioning correctly and ready
for use.
WARNING
WHEN YOU OPEN THE DOOR, STAY AWAY
FROM STEAM COMING OUT OF THE UNIT.
THE STEAM CAN CAUSE BURNS.
Automatic Operation of Pilot
Once the pilot burner is lit, it essentially
functions as a standing pilot. In this state,
if the pilot is accidentally extinguished (by
a very strong gust of wind for example), it
will re-ignite automatically. The unit will
completely shut down. Operator must turn
off and then back on to reset. Then the unit
will come back on and resume operation in
the mode and with the (running) timer value
existing just prior to shutdown. The pilot
switch may be turned off during “off hours”
to conserve energy.
After the unit has been running, if the pilot
burner ever fails to re-ignite automatically
within 90 seconds, wait 5 minutes before
you attempt to reactivate it. In the unlikely
event that ignition problems persist, contact
your authorized Service Agency.
NOTE: For operation at high altitudes (2000
feet and above) please consult the Food
Service Engineering Department.