Pitco Frialator SSPE14 Electric Pasta EN - Manual (Page 14)

OPERATION
SSPE14: Floor Model Electric Pasta Cooker
11 L20-339, rev.02 (08/11)
Manual Fill Valve Mixing Valve
2.4. COOKING
It is important to keep the cook tank full of water to minimize the chance of boiling the appliance dry and to keep the
water at a level that will provide optimum cooking performance. To keep the water at its normal operating
temperature, it is best to add water in small amounts.
2.4.1. SIMMER MODE
Simmer mode maintains the water temperature to just below boiling. This mode can be used to reheat pasta or
as a “stand by” mode.
To enter simmer mode:
Press the ON/OFF (1) button until
*
is displayed in the display window (3).
If you are not ready to cook, enter simmer mode. This will conserve energy and keep water in the tank longer
then when in boil mode.
2.4.2. BOIL MODE
Boil mode consistently heats the water so that the water will boil. Once the water starts to boil the appliance is
ready to cook pasta.
To enter boil mode:
Press the ON/OFF (1) button until
*
is displayed in the display window (3).
2.4.3. TIMER OPERATION
Timers provide accurate cook times for multiple product quantities and types. The times can be changes to suit
each different product using the program button (4) on the control. Refer to the operator’s manual for your
appliance’s specific control type to determine how to set the cook timers.
To start a product timer, press a product cook button (2) once. The countdown will be displayed on the control. If
more than one product is being timed, the product with the least amount of time remaining in the cook will be
displayed on the control.
To turn off, or discontinue a product timer, press and hold the appropriate timer button.
2.4.4. BASKET LIFT OPERATION
If the appliance is equipped with basket lifts, place the pasta basket onto the basket lift prior to starting the
timer(s). The basket(s) will be lowered into the cook tank when a product timer button (2) is activated. At the end
of the preset cooking time, the basket lift will raise the basket out of the cook tank.
2.4.5. ADDITIONAL CONTROLLER FUNCTIONS
Some controllers have additional functions not described in this manual. If your appliance’s controller has
additional functions, refer to the controller’s operation manual to access these functions.
2.4.6. MANUAL WATER FILL
If the appliance is equipped with manual water fill or mixing
valve, it is recommended that the knob is set so that water
enters the tank slowly during cooking. Turn the knob
counterclockwise to increase the flow of water into the tank.
Some appliances are equipped with a regulated mixing
valve where the left knob is for regular filling and the right
knob has a regulated flow rate specifically for refilling the
tank during cooking and reheating.
WARNING
Dry fired elements are extremely hot, will shorten its service life and may void your warranty.