StarMax 6015CBA User manual

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STAR-MAX GAS CHARBROILER
MODELS
6015CBA 6024CBA
6036CBA 6048CBA
6115RCBA 6124RCBA
6136RCBA 6148RCBA
Star
Manufacturing
InternationalInc.
10 Sunnen Drive
St. Louis, MO 63143
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Installation
and
Operating
Instructions
2M-Z1383 Rev. B 3/27/03
6048 CBA

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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
businesshourstoansweranyquestionsthatmayarise. Pleasehaveyourmodelnumberandserialnumberforfaster
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.
TheStar-Maxseriesgascharbroilerisequippedforthe
type of gas indicated on the nameplate mounted on
the frontpanel.Allunitsareshippedfromthefactory
forusewithnaturalgas.Theunitcaneasilybeconverted
for use with propane gas: see propane gas.
-IMPORTANT-
INSTALLATION:INSTALLINNON-COMBUSTIBLE
LOCATIONS ONLY! Clearance from non-
combustible construction must be 6" from back and
sides.
TheinstallationoftheAppliancemustconform
to the NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE "ANSI
Z223.1-LATESTEDITION"ANDALLLOCAL
GAS COMPANY RULES AND
REGULATIONS.
IN CANADA INSTALLATION SHALL BE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT
CAN/CGA-B149.1 NATURAL GAS
INSTALLATION CODE OR CAN/CGA-
B149.2 PROPANE INSTALLATION CODE
ANDLOCALCODESWHEREAPPLICABLE.
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment,alteration,serviceormaintenance
can cause property damage, injury or death.
Read the installation, operating and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before
installing or servicing the equipment.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR
ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. KEEP THE
APPLIANCEAREACLEARANDFREEFROM
COMBUSTIBLES.
Thisappliance,itspressureregulatoranditsindividual
shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas
supplypipingsystemduringanypressuretestingofthat
system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 PSIG. This
appliance and its pressure regulator must be isolated
fromthegassupplypipingsystembyclosingitsindividual
manualshutoffvalveduringanypressuretestingofthe
gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or
lessthan1/2PSIG.Foryourprotection,werecommend
aqualifiedinstallingagencyinstallthisappliance.They
shouldbefamiliar withgasinstallationsandyour local
gas requirements. In any case, your gas company
should be called to approve the final installation. In
addition, there should be posted, in a prominent
location, detailed instructions to be followed in the
eventtheoperatorsmellsgas.Obtaintheinstructions
from the local gas supplier.
LEVELING UNIT
Thischarbroilerissuppliedwith4feetwhichmustbe
screwedintothe body. Levelunitby adjusting the(4)
feet which have an adjustment of 1-3/4" for accurate
and perfect line-up with other units.
CAUTION
DO NOT INSTALL WITHOUT ATTACHING
FEET - DO NOT REMOVE FEET.
GAS INPUT TO CHARBROILER:
Models 6015CBA and 6115RCBA 25,000 BTU/HR
Models 6024CBA and 6124RCBA 50,000 BTU/HR
25,000BTU/HR/BURNER
Models 6036CBA and 6136RCBA 75,000 BTU/HR
25,000BTU/HR/BURNER
Models 6048CBA and 6148RCBA 100,000 BTU/HR
25,000BTU/HR/BURNER

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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
theactionofL.P.gases.WARNING:Anyloosedirtor
metalparticleswhichareallowedtoenterthegaslines
on this appliance will damage the valve and affect its
operation. When installing this appliance, all pipe and
fittings must be free from all internal loose dirt.
GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR
Aconvertiblepressureregulatorisprovidedwitheach
charbroiler.Itshouldbeconnectedtotheinletpipeat
therearofthe unit. The gassupplyisthen connected
to it. It is shipped set for 6" water column manifold
pressure for use with natural gas. Allow 6" clearance
fromback ofunittowallfroservicingandinstallation.
CONNECTING GAS SUPPLY LINE
Thegasinletofthecharbroilerissealedatthefactory
toprevententryofdirt. Donotremove thisseal until
the actual connection is made to the gas supply line.
MANUAL SHUT OFF VALVE
A manual shut off valve should be installed upstream
fromthemanifoldandwithinsixfeetofthecharbroiler.
PROPANE GAS
This charbroiler is equipped with fixed orifice hoods
andisshippedfromthefactoryforusewithnaturalgas.
To convert to propane gas, install the burner orifice
hoods supplied behind the front panel as follows:
1. Remove grill, radiants and burners.
2. Remove the burner orifice hoods and install the
orifice hoods supplied.
3. Replace the burners, radiants, and grill.
4. Set manifold pressure to (10) inch water column.
A 1/8" pipe plug on the burner manifold can be
removed for attaching a pressure gauge. Remove
theslotted,orhex-threadedplugfromthepressure
regulator. Invert the plug and re-install. The
letters"LP"shouldnowbevisibleontheplug. The
regulator is now set for 10" (25.4 cm) water
column.
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 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
Thecharbroileris equipped withstandingpilots, and
should be lit immediately after the gas is turned on.
1. Turn off main valve to unit and wait 5 minutes to
clear gas.
2. Turn off all knobs and pilot valves.
3. Turn on main valve and light all pilots.
4. Turn burner knobs to desired setting.
5. To turn burners off, turn knobs off.
SHUTTINGDOWNINSTRUCTIONS
1. Turntheburnervalveknobstothe offpositionto
turn burners off.
PILOT LIGHT REGULATION
Thepilotlights onthisbroilerhavebeen turnedoffat
thefactory.Adjustpilotlightflamesassmallaspossible,
but high enough to light burner immediately when
burner valve is turned on high.
BURNEROPERATION
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 broiling
temperaturesmaybeobtained by turningtheburner
valve knob to any position between high and low.
BURNERADJUSTMENT
1. Turn burner valve knob to "HI" position.
2. Slowly decrease openings of air shutters to give a
soft blue flame having luminous tips, then slowly
increaseopeningstoapointwheretheyellowtips
disappear and a hard blue flame is obtained.

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EXHAUST CANOPY
Openhearthbroilersinherentlycreateagooddealof
heat and smoke and should be installed under an
efficient exhaust hood with flame proof filters. A
verticaldistanceofnotless than48" shallbeprovided
between the top of the appliance and filters or any
other combustible material.
AIR SUPPLY
Provisions for adequate air supply must be provided.
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
LIGHTING
When broiler is first lit, it will smoke until the
preservation oils and impurities are burned off.
BROILING
Turn valves on and pre-heat unit on "HI" before
attemptingtobroil.Youwillhavetoexperimentwith
thegrillsettingsandthevalvesettingsforyourparticular
meatproducts.Werecommendthatyousetthegrate
atthefulltiltpositiontostartwith.Thispositionallows
thegreasetorundownthegrateintothegreasetray,
reducing flare ups. Check water pans frequently and
addasufficientamountofwaterwhennecessary.Hot
water vapors rising from the water pans and through
the combustion chamber helps reduce flare ups.
Exercise care when using your broiler.
TILTINGTHE GRATE
Raiseorlowerthegrate tothenext stepbyliftingthe
grate at the back of the charbroiler where the grate
rests. Use potholders or gloves to reposition.
CAUTION
CHARBROILERS ARE HOT! NEVER ATTEMPT
TO CHANGE THE GRILL POSITION WHILE
MEATPRODUCTSARECOOKING.FLARE-UPS
CANOCCURUNEXPECTEDLY.TURNOFFTHE
CHARBROILER AND ALLOW IT TO COOL.
ADJUSTING HEAT PATTERN
It is possible through this arrangement to have a high
heatorsearingsection,whilehavingalowheatfinishing
or holding section. For the searing operation, set the
valves for the section at a position of "HI" or close to
it.Forholding orfinishing,set thevalvescloser tothe
"LOW" position on the dial. You select the heat
pattern you like, and set the valves accordingly.
CLEANING
Clean regularly. Remove grate section to sink for
washing. Brush out carboned particles. Remove and
washwaterpan.Wipeexteriorsurfaceswithdetergent
and a cloth. A non-abrasive cleaner can be used on
caked areas.
WATER PAN
Thewaterpanislocatedatthebottomoftheunit,and
is easily removed from the front of the unit. Water
should be added to the water pan and replaced as
necessary.Thewaterpanhelpspreventflare upsand
catches grease.
AIR INTAKES IN BOTTOM
Air for combustion enters from the bottom of the
unit. Do not obstruct this area.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
Contact the factory or one of its representatives or a
local service company for service or maintenance if
required.
RETAINTHISMANUALFORFUTUREREFERENCE
PART NO. 2M-Z1383 Rev. B 3/27/03

6Part# 2M-4497-2 10/02 RB
The foregoing warranty is in lieu of any and all other warranties expressed or implied and constitutes the entire warranty.
FORASSISTANCE
Should you need any assistance regarding the Operation or Maintenance of any Star equipment; write, phone, fax or email our Service Department.
In all correspondence mention the Model number and the Serial number of your unit, and the voltage or type of gas you are using.
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THOROUGHLYINSPECTYOURUNITONARRIVAL
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 transportation
company who delivered the item to you and initiate your claim with same. If this procedure is not followed, it may affect the warranty status of the unit.
LIMITEDEQUIPMENTWARRANTY
All workmanship and material in Star products have a one (1) year limited warranty on parts & labor in the United States and Canada. Such warranty is limited
to the original purchaser only and shall be effective from the date the equipment is placed in service. Star's obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair
of defects without charge, by the factory authorized service agency or one of its sub-agencies. Models that are considered portable (see below) should be taken
to the closest Star service agency, transportation prepaid.
>Star will not assume any responsibility for loss of revenue.
>On all shipments outside the United States and Canada, see International Warranty.
*The warranty period for the JetStar series six (6) ounce popcorn machines is two (2) years.
*The warranty period for the Chrome-Max Griddles is five (5) years on the griddle surface. See detailed warranty provided with unit.
*The warranty period for Teflon/Dura-Tec coatings is one year under normal use and reasonable care. This warranty does not apply if damage occurs to Teflon/
Dura-Tec coatings from improper cleaning, maintenance, use of metallic utensils, or abrasive cleaners. This warranty does not apply to the “non-stick”
properties of such materials.
>This warranty does not apply to "Special Products" but to regular catalog items only. Star's warranty on "Special Products" is six (6) months on parts and
ninety (90) days on labor.
>This warranty does not apply to any item that is disassembled or tampered with for any purpose other than repair by a Star Authorized Service Center or the
Service Center's sub-agency.
>This warranty does not apply if damage occurs from improper installation, misuse, wrong voltage, wrong gas or operated contrary to the Installation and Operating
instructions.
>This warranty is not valid on Conveyor Ovens unless a "start-up/check-out" has been performed by a Factory Authorized Technician.
PARTSWARRANTY
Parts that are sold to repair out of warranty equipment are warranted for ninety (90) days. The part only is warranted. Labor to replace the part is chargeable
to the customer.
SERVICESNOTCOVEREDBYWARRANTY
PORTABLEEQUIPMENT
Star will not honor service bills that include travel time and mileage charges for servicing any products considered "Portable" including items listed below. These
products should be taken to the Service Agency for repair:
1. Travel time and mileage rendered beyond the 50 mile radius limit
2. Mileage and travel time on portable equipment (see below)
3. Labor to replace such items that can be replaced easily during a daily cleaning
routine, ie; removable kettles on fryers, knobs, grease drawers on griddles, etc.
4. Installation of equipment
5. Damages due to improper installation
6. Damages from abuse or misuse
7. Operated contrary to the Operating and Installation Instructions
8. Cleaning of equipment
9. Seasoning of griddle plates
10. Voltage conversions
11. Gas conversions
12. Pilot light adjustment
13. Miscellaneous adjustments
14. Thermostat calibration and by-pass adjustment
15. Resetting of circuit breakers or safety controls
16. Replacement of bulbs
17. Replacement of fuses
18. Repair of damage created during transit, delivery, &
installation OR created by acts of God
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*The Model 526TO Toaster Oven.
* The Model J4R, 4 oz. Popcorn Machine.
* The Model CFS Series Food Steamer.
*The Model 526WO Warming Oven.
*The Model 518CM & 526CM Cheese Melter.
* The Model 12MC & 15MC & 18MCP Hot Food Merchandisers.
* The Model 12NCPW & 15NCPW Nacho Chip/Popcorn Warmer.
* All Hot Dog Equipment except Roller Grills & Drawer Bun Warmers.
* All Nacho Cheese Warmers except Model 11WLA Series Nacho Cheese Warmer.
* All Condiment Dispensers except the Model CSD & HPD Series Dispenser.
* All Specialty Food Warmers except Model 130R, 500, 11RW Series, and 11WSA Series.

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Model: 6015CBA, 6024CBA, 6036CBA, 6048CBA STAR MANUFACTURING INTERNATIONAL, INC.
SK1554, Rev. A 11/28/2011

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PARTS LIST November 28, 2011, Rev. B
IMPORTANT: WHEN ORDERING, SPECIFY VOLTAGE OR TYPE GAS DESIRED PAGE 1
INCLUDE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER OF 1
Some items are included for illustrative purposes only and in certain instances may not be available.
Star Manufacturing International, Inc.
Star-Max Gas Lava Rock Charbroiler - 15”, 24”, 36”, 48”
Model: 6015CBA, 6024CBA, 6036CBAAND 6048CBA
Fig No Part No. Qty Description Application
1 2R-Z0934 1/2/3/4 KNOB-CONTROL ALL
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H3-Z1322 1 FRONT PANEL 6015CBA
H3-Z1321 1 FRONT PANEL 6024CBA
H3-Z1320 1 FRONT PANEL 6036CBA
H3-Z1264 1 FRONT PANEL 6048CBA
3H3-T1026 1 GREASE DRAWER 6015CBA H3-Y7045 1/2 GREASE DRAWER 6024CBA/6048CBA
H3-Y7044 1 GREASE DRAWER 6036CBA
4 G3-Y7047 2/2/2/4 SLIDE DRAWER ALL
5 2A-Z0314 4 LEG ALL
6 2F-Y8831 1 GRATE 3” 6015CBA
7 2F-Y8830 2/4/6/8 GRATE 6” ALL
8 2F-Y7193 1/2/3/4 LAVA ROCK 2” 8 LBS. ALL
9 2F-Y7141 1/1/2 GRATE LAVAROCK 12x17-1/4” 6015CBA/ 6036CBA/6048CBA
10 2F-Z3273 2/2/2 GRATE LAVAROCK 10.5x14-1/4” 6024CBA/ 6036CBA/6048CBA
11 H3-624086 1/2/3/4 BURNER GUARDASSEMBLY ALL
12 2F-Y7052 1/2/3/4 BURNERASSEMBLY ALL
13 2A-Y6694 1/2/3/4 CLIP ALL
14
G3-624038
1 GUARD WELDASSEMBLY
6015CBAAGA
G3-624037 6024CBAAGA
G3-624039 6036CBAAGA
H3-624106 6015CBACGA
H3-624107 6024CBACGA
H3-648007 6048CBAAGA
H3-624108 6036CBACGA
H3-648010 6048CBACGA
15 2P-1453 1 PLUG-PIPE ALL
16 2V-6671 1/2/3/4 VALVE-PILOT ALL
17 2V-Y8832 1/2/3/4 VALVE-BURNER ALL
18 2J-Y8838 1/2/3/4 HOOD BURNER NAT. #45 ALL
19 G3-Y7355 1/2/3/4 TUBE-PILOT ALL
20 G3-Y7356 1/2/3/4 PILOT BRACKET ALL
21 2K-Y7123 1 INLET PIPE ALL
22 G3-Y7252 1 INLET PIPE SUPPORT ALL
23 2J-Y7589 1 PRESSURE REGULATOR ALL
24 2J-Y7136 1/2/3/4 ORIFICE LP. #53 ALL
25 H3-Y7095 1/2/3/4 BRACKET BURNER CB ALL
26 H3-Y7570 1/2/3/4 COVER, BURNER FRONT ALL
27 H3-Y7569 1/2/3/4 COVER, URNER BACK ALL