Star Manufacturing 8G-624MA-LP User manual

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STAR-MAX PROPANE GAS GRIDDLE
MODELS
8G-624MA-LP 8G-636MA-LP 8G-648MA-LP
8G-624TA-LP 8G-636TA-LP 8G-648TA-LP
8G-624TB-LP 8G-636TB-LP 8G-648TB-LP
Star
Manufacturing
InternationalInc.
10 Sunnen Drive
St. Louis, MO 63143
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Installation
and
Operating
Instructions
2M-Z3793 Rev. B 3/28/03
636MA-LP

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SPECIFICATIONS
8G-624MA-LP
Type: Manual Control
2 Controls, 40,000 BTU, 498 sq. in. (3213.4 sq cm) Grid Area, 3/4" (1.9 cm) Plate Thickness
Approximate Weight: Installed 165 lbs. (74.8 kg); Shipping 175 lbs. (79.4 kg)
Dimensions: 24"W x 27 3/4"D x 13 1/2"H
(61 cm W x 70.5 cm D x 34.3 cm H)
8G-636MA-LP
Type: Manual Control
3 Controls, 60,000 BTU, 747 sq. in. (4819.6 sq cm) Grid Area, 3/4" (1.9 cm) Plate Thickness
Approximate Weight: Installed 247 lbs. (112 kg); Shipping 262 lbs. (118.8 kg)
Dimensions: 36"W x 27 3/4"D x 13 1/2"H
(91.4 cm W x 70.5 cm D x 34.3 cm H)
8G-648MA-LP
Type: Manual Control
4 Controls, 80,000 BTU, 996 sq. in. (6426.2 sq cm) Grid Area, 3/4" (1.9 cm) Plate Thickness
Approximate Weight: Installed 330 lbs. (144.7 kg); Shipping 350 lbs. (158.8 kg)
Dimensions: 48"W x 27 3/4"D x 13 1/2"H
(121.9 cm W x 70.5 cm D x 34.3 cm H)
8G-624TA-LP, 8G-624TB-LP
Type: Thermostat Control
2 Controls, 40,000 BTU, 498 sq. in. (3213.4 sq cm) Grid Area, 3/4" (1.9 cm) Plate Thickness
Approximate Weight: Installed 165 lbs. (74.8 kg); Shipping 175 lbs. (79.4 kg)
Dimensions: 24"W x 27 3/4"D x 13 1/2"H
(61 cm W x 70.5 cm D x 34.3 cm H)
8G-636TA-LP, 8G-636TB-LP
Type: Thermostat Control
3 Controls, 60,000 BTU, 747 sq. in. (4819.6 sq cm) Grid Area, 3/4" (1.9 cm) Plate Thickness
Approximate Weight: Installed 247 lbs. (112 kg); Shipping 262 lbs. (118.8 kg)
Dimensions: 36"W x 27 3/4"D x 13 1/2"H
(91.4 cm W x 70.5 cm D x 34.3 cm H)
8G-648TA-LP, 8G-648TB-LP
Type: Thermostat Control
4 Controls, 80,000 BTU, 996 sq. in. (6426.2 sq cm) Grid Area, 3/4" (1.9 cm) Plate Thickness
Approximate Weight: Installed 330 lbs. (144.7 kg); Shipping 350 lbs. (158.8 kg)
Dimensions: 48"W x 27 3/4"D x 13 1/2"H
(121.9 cm W x 70.5 cm D x 34.3 cm H)
Units operate on Propane Gas

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Thissymbolisintendedtoalerttheusertothepresenceofimportant
operatingand maintenanceinstructions inthe manualaccompanying
theappliance.
RETAINTHISMANUALFORFUTURE REFERENCE
NOTICE
UsinganypartotherthangenuineStarfactorysuppliedpartsrelieves
themanufacturerofallliability.
NOTICE
Star reserves the right to change specifications and product design
without notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corre-
sponding changes, improvements, additions or replacements for
previously purchased equipment.
MAINTENANCEANDREPAIRS
Contact your local authorized service agent for service or required maintenance. Refer to the authorized service
center listing provided with the unit. The Star Service Help Desk (1-800-807-9054) is available during normal
business hours to answer any questions that may arise. Please have your model number and serial number for
faster service.
SAFETY SYMBOL

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GENERAL INSTALLATION DATA
CAUTION
This equipment is designed and sold for commercial
use only by personnel trained and experienced in its
operation and is not sold for consumer use in and
around the home nor for use directly by the general
public in food service locations. For equipment to be
usedbythegeneralpublic,pleasecontactthefactory.
The Star-Max™ model griddles are equipped for use
with the types of gas specified on the nameplate.
-IMPORTANT-
TheinstallationoftheApplianceshouldconform
to the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE "ANSI
Z223.1-LATESTEDITION"ANDALLLOCAL
GAS COMPANY RULES AND
REGULATIONS.
CAUTION
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property
damage, injury or death. Read the installation,
operating and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or servicing the
equipment.
CAUTION
For your safety, do not store or use gasoline or
otherflammablevaporsandliquidsinthevicinity
ofthisoranyotherappliance. Keeptheappliance
area clear and free from combustibles.
Thisappliance,itspressureregulatoranditsindividual
shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas
supplypipingsystemduringanypressuretestingofthat
system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 PSIG
(3.45KPA). This appliance and its pressure regulator
mustbeisolatedfromthegassupplypipingsystemby
closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any
pressuretestingofthegassupplypipingsystemattest
pressures equal to or less than 1/2 PSIG (3.45KPA).
For your protection, we recommend a qualified
installingagencyinstallthisappliance.Theyshould
be familiar with gas installations and your local
gasrequirements.Inanycase,yourgascompany
shouldbecalledtoapprovethefinalinstallation.
Inaddition,thereshouldbeposted,inaprominent
location, detailed instructions to be followed in
the event the operator smells gas. Obtain the
instructions from the local gas supplier.
CAUTION
For your safety, if you smell gas -
1. Do not touch electrical switches.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Immediately call your gas company.
CLEARANCE
For use on non-combustible countertops only.
Combustible and non-combustible material must be
atleast48"(120cm)fromthetopoftheapplianceand
6" (150mm) from the sides and back. Adequate
clearanceshouldalsobeprovidedforproperoperation
andservicing.
AIR SUPPLY
Make certain not to obstruct the flow of combustion
andventilationair. Makecertainthatairintakeopenings
in the bottom of the appliance are not obstructed.
Theyareessentialforpropercombustionandoperation
of the appliance.

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EXHAUST CANOPY
Itisessentialthatfacilitiesbeprovidedoverthegriddle
tocarryofffumesandgases.However,theunitshould
not be directly connected to a flue or stack.
LEVELING UNIT
This griddle is supplied with (4) feet which must be
screwedintothelegsattachedtothebody.Levelunit
by adjusting the (4) feet which have an adjustment of
1-3/4"(43.75mm)foraccurateandperfectlineupwith
other units.
CAUTION
Do not install without attaching feet. Do not
removefeet. Installation withoutfeet willcause
improper combustion and possible injury or
death.
MANUAL SHUT OFF VALVE
A manual shut off valve should be installed upstream
from the union and within 6 feet (1.829m) of this
appliance.
GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR
A pressure regulator is provided with each griddle. It
shouldbeconnectedtotheinletpipeattherearofthe
unit. The gas supply line is then connected to it. The
pressureregulatorisshippedsetfor10"watercolumn
manifold pressure for use with propanel gas.
CAUTION
Gas pressure coming from the source must not
exceed 1/2 PSIG, otherwise damage to the gas
regulator and thermostat will occur.
GAS PIPING
Gas piping shall be of such size and so installed as to
provide a supply of gas sufficient to meet the full gas
inputoftheappliance.Iftheapplianceistobeconnected
toexistingpiping,itshallbecheckedtodetermineifit
has adequate capacity. Joint compound (pipe dope)
shallbeusedsparinglyandonlyonthemalethreadsof
the pipe joints. Such compounds shall be resistant to
the action of L.P. gases. To connect to gas supply,
attachpipenippleprovidedwithunit,attachpressure
regulator to nipple, and gas supply to regulator. See
Figure 1.
WARNING: Any loose dirt or metal particles which
areallowedtoenterthegaslinesonthisappliancewill
damage the valve and affect its operation. When
installingthisappliance,allpipeandfittingsmustbefree
from loose dirt.
CHECKING FOR GAS LEAKS
Soapand watersolution orother materialacceptable
for the purpose, shall be used in locating gas leakage.
Matches, candle flame or other sources of ignition
shallnotbeusedforthispurpose. Checkentirepiping
system for leaks.
PILOT LIGHT REGULATION
Thepilot lightson thisgriddle havebeen turnedoff at
thefactory.Adjustpilotlightflamesassmallaspossible,
but high enough to light burner immediately when
burner valve is turned on high. See Figure 2.

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BURNER OPERATION (MODELS 624MA,
636MA, and 648MA ONLY)
To ignite burners, turn burner valve knob to "HI"
position. Each burner is controlled by an individual
high-low, on-off valve. An infinite number of
temperaturesmaybeobtained by turningtheburner
valve knob to any position between high and low.
BURNER ADJUSTMENT (MODELS 624MA,
636MA, and 648MA ONLY)
1. Turn burner valve knob to "HI" position.
2. Slowly decrease opening of air shutters to give a
soft blue flame having luminous tips, then slowly
increaseopeningstoapointwheretheyellowtips
disappear and a hard blue flame is obtained. See
Figure 3.
BURNER ADJUSTMENT (MODELS 624TA,
636TA, 648TA, 624TB, 636TB, 648TB)
1. Push dial in and set thermostat of one burner to
450°F(229.9°C).
2. Observingflamethroughlightinghole,closetheair
shutter to give a soft blue flame having luminous
tipsthenslowlyincreaseopeningtoapointwhere
theyellowtipsdisappear,and ahardblue flameis
obtained. Repeat for all burners.
LIGHTINGINSTRUCTIONS
When griddle is first lit, it will smoke until the
preservation oils and impurities are burned off.
1. Turn off main valve to unit and wait 5 minutes to
clear gas.
2. Turn off all knobs and pilot valves and wait 5
minutes to clear gas.
3. Turn on main valve and light all pilots.
4. Turn burner knobs to desired setting.
5. To turn burners off, turn knobs off.
NOTE:Thegriddlesareequippedwithstandingpilots
andshouldbelitimmediatelyafterthegasisturnedon.
OVERNIGHTSHUTDOWN
Turn knobs to the off position to turn burners off.
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
SEASONING THE GRIDDLE HEATING
SURFACE (NON-CHROMIUM SURFACES)
Clean the griddle surface thoroughly removing the
preservation oil with a mild detergent and warm
water.Afterthegriddlehasbeenthoroughlycleaned,
it should be seasoned to prevent food from sticking.
Beforeusing,andaftereachthoroughscouring,season
the griddle heating surface in the following manner:
1. Turn the temperature control dial to 350°F
(174.9°C).
2. Usingacleancloth,notaspatula,spreadathinfilm
of cooking oil or fat over the griddle cooking
surface.Thisfilmshouldremainonthehotgriddle
surface 1/2 hour.
3. Remove excess fat and wipe clean.
4. Apply another film of cooking oil over the hot
cooking area for another 1/2 hour, and again
remove excess fat and wipe clean. The griddle
surface should now be ready for use.
Even with careful seasoning food may, to some
extent, stick to the griddle cooking surface until
griddle plate is "broken in."

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COOKING (MODELS 624TA, 636TA, 648TA,
624TB, 636TB and 648TB ONLY)
Set the thermostat dial knob to the temperature
desired. After a preheating period of 30 minutes, the
thermostat will automatically maintain the selected
temperature within 50° of setting.
GRIDDLE CARE (NON-CHROMIUM
SURFACES)
It takes very little time and effort to keep the griddle
attractiveandperformingattopefficiency.Ifgreaseis
permitted to accumulate, it will form a gummy cake
and then carbonize into a hard substance which is
extremely difficult to remove. To prevent this
condition, the following suggestions for cleanliness
should be followed:
1. Aftereachuse,scrapethegriddlewithascraperor
flexible spatula to remove excess fat and food. A
wastedrawerisprovidedforthescrapings.Ifthere
is an accumulation of burned on fat and food, the
griddle should be thoroughly scoured and
reseasoned. Use pumice or griddle stone while
thegriddleiswarm.Donotusesteelwoolbecause
ofthedangerofsteelsliversgettingintothefood.
2. Daily-use a clean cloth and good non-abrasive
cleaner to clean the stainless steel body of the
griddle. Wipe the polished front with a soft cloth.
3. At least once a day, remove the grease pan and
wash in the same way as an ordinary cooking
utensil.Thedrawerisremovedbypullingforward,
up and out.
CAUTION
1. Neverusepumice,griddlestones,orabrasiveson
the surface of chrome top unit.
2Neverstrikegriddlesurfacewithsharpinstrument
or spatula edge.
3. Never use steel wool.
4. Never use commercial liquid grill cleaner on the
griddlesurface.
5. Abusing surface voids the warranty.
CAUTION
EXERCISEEXTREMECAREINHANDLINGTHE
GREASE PAN CONTAINING HOT GREASE.
RETAINTHISMANUALFORFUTUREREFERENCE
PART NO. 2M-Z3793 Rev. B 3/28/03

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07-03-06
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PARTS LIST EFFECTIVE
IMPORTANT: WHEN ORDERING, SPECIFY VOLTAGE OR TYPE GAS DESIRED PAGE
INCLUDE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER OF
Some items are included for illustrative purposes only and in certain instances may not be available.
Number
Per
Unit DescriptionandModelDesignation
MODEL
Part
Number
Key
Number
3/28/03 Rev. B
12R-Z1273 2 KNOB-CONTROL
2G3-Z1315 1FRONT PANEL
32A-Z0314 4 LEG
4 G3-624164 1 GRIDDLE PLATE ASSEMBLY 624TA
G3-GD0001 1 GRIDDLE PLATE ASSEMBLY 624TB
5G3-Y7046 1GREASE DRAWER GRIDDLE
6G3-Y7047 2SLIDE DRAWER
72F-Y7052 2BURNER ASSEMBLY
8 G3-624233 1 MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 624TA
G3-GD0037 1 MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 624TB
92P-1453 1PLUG-PIPE
10 2V-6671 2VALVE-PILOT
11 G3-T1022 2TUBE ORIFICE
12 2J-Y7250 2ORIFICE #55 L.P.
13 2A-9369 2ORIFICE-FITTING
14 2K-Y7111 2FITTING COMPRESSION
15 2T-Z4293 2THERMOSTAT
16 2K-Y7123 1INLET PIPE
17 G3-Y7252 1INLET PIPE SUPPORT
18 G3-Y7355 2TUBE-PILOT
19 G3-Y7356 2PILOT BRACKET
20 G3-Z3785 1REGULATOR-PRESSURE
21 G3-Y7040 1/2 TENSIONER 624TA
22 G3-Y7039 1/2 BULB-CLAMP 624TA
G3-Z4398 1/2 BULB-CLAMP 624TB
G3-GD0036 2TUBE-WASHER ASSY. (NOT SHOWN) 624TB
1
1
8G-624TA-LPand8G-624TB-LPSTAR-MAX
GASGRIDDLE24"THERMOSTATICCONTROL
Star Manufacturing International, Inc.
23 2M-Z1291 1 Faceplate 624TA, 624TB
07-03-06 RB
(2T-Y7590 = Stem)

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PARTS LIST EFFECTIVE
IMPORTANT: WHEN ORDERING, SPECIFY VOLTAGE OR TYPE GAS DESIRED PAGE
INCLUDE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER OF
Some items are included for illustrative purposes only and in certain instances may not be available.
Number
Per
Unit DescriptionandModelDesignation
MODEL
Part
Number
Key
Number
3/28/03 Rev. B
12R-Z1273 3/4 KNOB-CONTROL 636/648
2G3-Z1312 1 FRONT PANEL 636
G3-Z1303 1 FRONT PANEL 648
32A-Z0314 4 LEG
4 G3-636138 1 GRIDDLE PLATE ASSEMBLY 636TA
G3-648106 1 GRIDDLE PLATE ASSEMBLY 648TA
G3-GD0002 1 GRIDDLE PLATE ASSEMBLY 636TB
G3-GD0003 1 GRIDDLE PLATE ASSEMBLY 648TB
5G3-Y7046 1GREASE DRAWER GRIDDLE
6G3-Y7047 2SLIDE DRAWER
72F-Y7052 3/4 BURNER ASSEMBLY 636/648
8 G3-636228 1 MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 636TA
G3-648218 1 MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 648TA
G3-GD0039 1 MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 636TB
G3-GD0040 1 MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 648TB
92P-1453 1PLUG-PIPE
10 2V-6671 3/4 VALVE-PILOT 636/648
11 G3-T1022 3/4 ORIFICE TUBE 636/648
12 2J-Y7250 3/4 ORIFICE #55 L.P. 636/648
13 2A-9369 3/4 ORIFICE FITTING 636/648
14 2K-Y7111 3/4 FITTING COMPRESSION 636/648
15 2T-Z4293 3/4 THERMOSTAT 636/648
16 2K-Y7123 1INLET PIPE
17 G3-Y7252 1INLET PIPE SUPPORT
18 G3-Y7355 3/4 TUBE-PILOT 636/648
19 G3-Y7356 3/4 PILOT BRACKET 636/648
20 G3-Z3785 1REGULATOR-PRESSURE
21 G3-Y7040 3/4 TENSIONER 636TA/648TA
22 G3-Y7039 3/4 BULB-CLAMP 636TA/648TA
G3-Z4398 3/4 BULB-CLAMP 636TB/648TB
G3-GD0036 3/4 TUBE-WASHER ASSY. (NOT SHOWN) 636TB/648TB
1
1
8G-636TA-LP,8G-648TA-LP,8G-636TB-LPand8G-648TB-LP
STAR-MAX GAS GRIDDLE 36" and 48" THERMOSTATIC CONTROL
Star Manufacturing International, Inc.
23 2M-Z1286 1 Faceplate 636TA, 636TB
23 2M-Z1278-2 1 Faceplate-Right 648TA, 648TB
23 2M-Z1278-1 1 Faceplate-Left 648TA, 648TB
07-03-06 RB
(2T-Y7590 = Stem)