Star FS13-L User manual

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Star
Manufacturing
International Inc.
10 Sunnen Dr.
St. Louis, MO 63143
Phone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
Installation
and
Operating
Instructions
2M-Z1194 Rev. A 5/2/00
FOOD STEAMERFOOD STEAMER
FOOD STEAMERFOOD STEAMER
FOOD STEAMER
MODEL FS13-LMODEL FS13-L
MODEL FS13-LMODEL FS13-L
MODEL FS13-L
Model FS13-L

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important operating and maintenance instructions in the manual
accompanying the appliance.
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
NOTICE
Using any part other than genuine Star factory supplied
parts relieves the manufacturer of all liability.
NOTICE
Star reserves the right to change specifications and product
design without notice. Such revisions do not entitle the
buyer to corresponding changes, improvements, addition
or replacements for previously purchased equipment.
SAFETY SYMBOL

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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 used by the
general public, please contact the factory.
These models are equipped for the voltage and
wattage indicated on the nameplate. These units
are designed to operate on alternating current
(A.C.), two wire single phase service only and are
equipped with an approved lead in cord set with
a three prong grounding type plug. DO NOT
CONNECT TO DIRECT CURRENT (D.C.).
INSTALLATION
For your protection, we recommend that a
qualified electrician install this appliance. The
electrician should be familiar with electrical
installations and your local electrical
requirements. Proper connections and power
supply are essential for efficient performance. The
supply circuit should be properly fused as
required by local electrical code.
INITIAL START-UP
Note: Using distilled water is recommended to
prolong the life of the casting and element.
1. Plug STEAMER in and fill WATERPAN with
water.
2. Turn unit on and allow to heat until
INDICATOR LIGHT goes out. (approx 20-30
min)
3. Position DIAL TIMER to desired minute
increment, for length of steaming cycle,
depending ontype and amount of food to be
steamed. Refer to HEATING and COOKING
GUIDE.
Note: The dial timer will stay at the pre-set time
until moved by an operator
4. Push BUTTON located in center of DIAL to
start cycle.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
5. After cycle is finished, the BUZZER will sound
and the steamer is now primed and ready for
use.
OPERATING PROCEDURE
1. After Initial Start-up is complete, place food in
pan.
2. Push button located in the center of the dial
and the Steamer will wait the pre-set amount of
time, according to the dial timer before activating
the pump. When the buzzer sounds, the finish
indicator light will come on, the food should be
removed.
3. At this time, the heat indicator light will come
back on, for approximately 10-15 minutes
(depending on cycle time). When the light goes
out the steamer will be ready for food again.
NOTE: THIS IS A CONTINUOUS CYCLE. IF
STEAM TIME IS TOO SHORT OR TOO LONG
ADJUST DIAL TIMER TO DESIRED MINUTE
SETTING.
4. The pulse/down momentary swich can be
used to add a shot of steam to aid in heating the
unit.
CLEANING
Note: Make sure not to drip water on the inside
of unit while wiping off food residue. Use damp
cloth or sponge.
Remove food grate, food pan & drawer frame
and clean using warm soapy water.
DO NOT IMMERSE APPLIANCE IN
WATER!
To remove drawer frame:
1. Pull drawer frame out to full extent and lift
drawer locks up on each side.
2. Slide drawer frame out completely.
To replace drawer frame:
1. Making sure drawer locks are in down
position, slide drawer frame into tracks, open and
close drawer to ensure it locks.
If distilled water is not being used, follow cleaning
procedure below, once a week.

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Note: DO NOT HEAT STEAMER, IT MUST
BE COLD TO USE CLEANING
PROCEDURE!
1. Mix 1 seven ounce packet of Scalekleen with 1
gallon of warm water.
2. Pour solution into empty waterpan.
3. Ensure that food pan is empty and in place.
4. Using the pulse switch, run pump continuously
for 1 minute. Cleaning solution will be pumped
through system and into food pan.
5. Leave unit for 30-40 minutes. With the timer
set on 4 minutes operate unit every 10 minutes.
(This will pump "new" cleaning solution through
system.
6. Remove water pan and rinse thoroughly with
clean water.
7. Remove and empty water out of food pan,
then replace.
8. Fill water pan with clean water and pump
through system for 4 minutes using pulse switch.
9. Clean water pan and food pan with soap and
water, then replace.
10. Allow unit to heat and run through standard
cooking cycle twice before heating food.
CORD PLUG AND GROUNDING
INSTRUCTIONS
For your protection, this appliance is equipped
with a three conductor cord, having a grounding
type plug. If you use an adaptor be sure your
system is grounded. Then connect the green
wire of the adaptor to a mounting screw of the
receptacle. For ungrounded systems, attach the
green wire of the adaptor to a known permanent
ground.
DO'S & DONT'S
DO make sure all electrical requirements are met
before plugging in the unit.
DO use distilled water for steaming.
DO prime the unit before steaming food.
DO make sure unit is turned off and unplugged
before cleaning
DON'T operate steamer without water in
waterpan.
DON'T immerse steamer in water!
DON'T remove side panel to make adjustments.
DON'T open food drawer while unit is steaming.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions in this manual and on labels
attached to appliance.
Failure to follow the instructions provided could
result in personal injury or death. KEEP OUT OF
REACH OF CHILDREN.
This appliance is intended for commercial use
only.
ALWAYS FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING
PRACTICES.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS APPEARING
IN THIS MANUAL AND ON LABELS
ATTACHED TO THE APPLIANCE
DO NOT IMMERSE APPLIANCE IN WATER OR
LET BASE STAND IN WATER. THESE
ACTIONS WILL CAUSE THE UNIT TO
MALFUNCTION AND WILL VOID THE
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY.
WARNING: OPENING THE FOOD DRAWER
DURING STEAM CYCLE MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
Contact your local authorized service agent for
service or required maintenance. Refer to the
authorized service center listing provided with
the unit.
STAR Service Help Desk: 1-800-807-9054
Please have your serial number and model
number for faster service.
DANGER indicates a hazard that WILL
reault in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING indicates a hazard or unsafe
practice that COULD result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION indicates hazards or unsafe
practices that COULD result in minor
personal injuries or equipment damage.

Part# 2M-4497-2 02/03 RB
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This unit has been tested for proper operation before leaving our plant to insure delivery of your unit in perfect condition. However, there are instances in
which the unit may be damaged in transit. In the event you discover any type of damage to your product upon receipt, you must immediately contact the
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PORTABLEEQUIPMENT
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