Blodgett SBC-G Series - Manual (Page 10)

8 OM-SBC-G
Initial Start-Up
After the boilerless steamer 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 at the rear on the right
side of the unit.
4. Turn on electrical service to the unit. The steamer will not operate without
electrical power. Do not attempt to operate the unit during a power failure.
NOTE: The door MUST be closed for the main burner to work.
5. To turn the unit on, press the ON switch on the control panel.
6. When the steam generating reservoir has filled with water, the main burners
will ignite automatically. Within 20 minutes or less 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. Push TIMED and set the timer knob to the desired steaming time.
b. Push MANUAL for continuous steaming.
c. Push STOP to let the unit stay at ready condition.
7. To shut down the unit, press the OFF switch. The steam generating reservoir will
then fill with cold water and drain.
8. If the steamer operates as described, the unit is functioning correctly and ready
for USE.
NOTE: For operation at high altitudes (2000 feet and above), please consult the
Foodservice Engineering Department.
WARNING
WHEN YOU OPEN THE DOOR, STAY AWAY
FROM STEAM COMING OUT OF THE UNIT.
STEAM CAN CAUSE BURNS.