Pitco Frialator Gas Pasta Cookers PG14D User Manual
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WARNING
The cooker is equipped with a three prong safety plug. This is to
protect operators from electrical shock in the event of an equipment
malfunction. DO NOT remove the grounding (third) prong from the
plug.
Cookers shipped to Canada are not equipped with power supply cords.
Keep the POWER switch on the digital controller OFF until the cooker is ready for use.
1.3.5 Ventilation and Fire Fighting System
1.3.5.1 Fire Fighting System
Exhaust gas temperatures can reach as high as 1200°F. Therefore, it is very important to install an
adequate fire fighting system. The sensing device that activates the fire fighting system should be
located properly to reduce false alarms.
1.3.5.2 Ventilation
The Pasta cooker must have proper ventilation to function safely and properly and to prevent the
formation of Carbon Monoxide gas. The ventilation system should be designed to allow for easy
cleaning. Frequent cleaning of the ventilation system and the cooker will reduce the chances of fire.
Table 1-2 provides a list of reference documents that provide guidance on ventilation and fire safety
systems. This table may not be complete and other nationally recognized standards may apply.
Additional information can be obtained from the American Gas Association, 8501 East Pleasant
Valley Road, Cleveland, OH 44131.
In gas cookers, excessive ventilation causes drafts, which will interfere with the proper operation of
the pilot and the main burner. Leave at least 18 inches of open space between the cooker's flue vent
opening and the intake of the exhaust hood.
CAUTION
Ensure that the ventilation system does not cause a back draft (down
draft) at the cooker's flue opening. Back drafts will not allow the
cooker to exhaust properly and may cause overheating.
NOTICE
NEVER connect the ventilation system blower directly to the cooker
flue opening. The direct flow of air will cause poor temperature
recovery, poor ignition, inefficient operation of the cooker, and could
extinguish the pilot.