Therma-tek TSP18 Operating instructions

STOCK POT
OWNERS MANUAL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
C
Made in U.S.A
LI STED
U
LUS U
L
TJBSP18
TSP18-2
TSP36
TSP18

INTRODUCTION/ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Thank you for choosing your new THERMA-TEK Equipment. Our Products are designed to be safe and
reliable when properly cared for and used reasonably. Your service agency or dealer recommends periodic
inspections. Installation, maintenance, and repairs should be performed by your local authorized service
agency. This equipment is not intended for home use.
This equipment is for commercial use by trained professionals familiar with commercial cooking
equipment. It is the responsibility of the Supervisor or equivalent person to ensure that users wear
suitable protective clothing and safety gear. Caution: some parts of the equipment become very hot and
will cause burns if accidentally touched.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS IN THE
VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. If odor continues, immediately call your gas
supplier.
Consult your local gas supplier for instructions to be followed in the event you smell gas.
Post these instructions in a prominent location.
WARNING
:
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT ALTERATION, SERVICE OR
MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH. READ THE
OWNERS/INSTALLERS MANUAL THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING
THIS EQUIPMENT.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITON 65 – WARNING
The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by- products which are on the list of substances known by the State of
California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. California law requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to
such substances. To minimize exposure to these substances, always operate this unit according to the owners/installation
manual, ensuring you provide good ventilation when cooking with gas.
PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
1

INSTALLATION AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
IMPORTANT
Safe and satisfactory operation of your equipment depends on its proper installation. Installation must
conform to local codes, or in the absence of local codes with the National Fuel Code ANSI Z223.1 (latest
edition).
All THERMA-TEK appliances are shipped with a gas pressure regulator packed with the unit. All units are
adjusted, tested, and inspected at the factory prior to shipment.
After uncrating, immediately check the equipment for visible signs of shipping damage. If such damage has
occurred, do not refuse shipment, but contact the shipper and file appropriate freight claims.
GENERAL
• Installation of this equipment should be made by licensed and authorized personnel.
• A manual gas shut-off valve must be installed in the gas supply (service) line ahead of the appliance
and gas pressure regulator installed in the gas stream for safety and ease of future service.
• The gas pressure regulator supplied must be installed on the appliance prior to connecting the
equipment to the gas line. Failure to install a regulator will void the equipment warranty and result
in a potentially hazardous condition.
• The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply system
during any pressure testing of that system in excess of ½PSI.
• The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply system by closing its individual shut off valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressure equal to or less than ½
PSI.
• Please contact the factory, the factory representative, or a local authorized service company to
perform maintenance and repairs.
RATING PLATE
Information on this plate includes the model and serial number. When communicating with the factory
about a unit or requesting special parts or information, this information is required for proper identification.
Other information on the plate is the BTU/hr input of the burners, gas pressure in inches WC, and whether
the unit is orificed for natural or propane gas.
IMPORTANT: The appliance must be connected only to the type of gas identified on the rating plate.
GAS CONVERSION
We recommend that the appliance be ordered from the factory for the type of gas at the installation site.
When gas conversion is necessary contact the factory for a proper gas conversion kit.
2

INSTALLATION AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
CLEARANCES
• The unit must be kept clear of all combustibles.
• The unit must be installed with the 6” legs supplied for proper operation.
• Minimum clearance from combustible construction:
•
Side Back
12” 12”
• Minimum clearance from non-combustible:
Side Back
0” 0”
LEVELING
A carpenter’s spirit level should be placed on the cooking surface and the unit leveled side-to-side, and front
to back. If it is not level, burner combustion may be erratic or the unit may not function efficiently.
AIR SUPPLY AND VENTILATION
The area around the appliance must be kept clear to avoid any obstructions of the flow of combustion and
ventilation air as well as for ease of maintenance, service, and proper appliance operation. Keep clearance
for openings into the combustion chamber and adequate air supply. Means must be provided for any
commercial, heavy duty-cooking appliance to exhaust combustion wastes to the outside of the building.
Air movement should be checked during installation. Strong exhaust fans in the hood or in the overall air
conditioning system can produce a slight draft in the room, which can interfere with pilot or burner
performance. If pilot or burner problems persist, make up air openings or baffles may have to be provided
in the room.
Filters and drip troughs should be part of any industrial hood, but consult local codes before constructing
and installing any hood. The duct system, exhaust hood, and filter bank must be cleaned on a regular basis
and kept free of grease.
ALTITUDE
The appliance input rating (BTU/hr) is for elevations up to 2000 feet. For elevations above 2000 feet, the
rate should be reduced 4% for each 1000 feet above sea level. The correct orifices are installed at the
factory if the operating altitude is known at the time of sale.
3

INSTALLATION AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
GAS CONNECTION
The gas supply (service) line must be at least the same size or larger than the inlet line of the appliance.
THERMA-TEK counter equipment is supplied with a ¾” NPT Schedule 40 inlet. Sealant on all pipe joints
must be resistive to LP gas.
MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVE
A manual shut-off valve must be installed in the gas service line ahead of the appliance and regulator in the
gas stream and in a position where it can be reached quickly in the event of an emergency. The manual shut-
off valve is supplied by the installer.
PRESSURE REGULATOR
All commercial cooking equipment must have a pressure regulator on the incoming service line for safe and
efficient operation, since pressure may fluctuate on local demand. A regulator is supplied with the
appliance. Failure to install a pressure regulator will void the equipment warranty. The regulators are
adjusted at the factory, 5.0” WC for natural gas, and 10.0” WC for propane gas. Ensure the supply pressure
is within the following range: Natural Gas 6.0” WC to 13.0” WC / Propane Gas 11.0”WC to 13.0” WC.
Any adjustments to the regulators must be made only by qualified service personnel with proper test
equipment.
RIGID CONNECTIONS
Double check any installer supplied gas pipes visually and blow them out with compressed air to clear any
dirt particles, threading chips, or any other foreign matter before installing a service line. Those particles
will clog orifices when gas pressure is applied. All connections must be sealed with a joint compound for
LP gas and tested with a soapy water solution before lighting any pilots.
FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS, CONNECTORS AND CASTERS
If the unit is to be installed with flexible coupling and or quick disconnect fittings, the installer must use a
heavy duty commercial flexible connector at least ¾” NPT (with suitable strain relief) in compliance with
the standard for connectors for movable gas appliances, ANSI Z21.69-1987 and Addenda Z2.169a-1989 (or
latest edition) or connectors for movable appliances, CAN/CGA-6.16 (or latest edition) and quick
disconnect device must comply with the standard for quick disconnect devices for use with gas fuel,
ANSI Z21.41-1989 (or latest edition) or quick disconnect devices for use with gas fuel, CAN1-69 (or latest
edition). Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of the appliance. Domestic connectors
are not suitable.
When the appliance is supplied with casters and is connected to the supply piping by means of a connector
for movable appliances, and if disconnecting the restraint is necessary, this restraint must be reconnected
after the appliance is returned to its original installation position. The strain relief is a cable attached to the
rear of the appliance.
4

INITIAL START-UP
All THERMA-TEK appliances are adjusted and tested before leaving the factory. Adjustments and
calibrations may be necessary upon installation to meet local conditions, low gas characteristics, problems
caused by rough handling or vibration during shipping, and are to be performed only by qualified service
personnel. These adjustments are the responsibility of the customer and or dealer and are not covered by
our warranty.
Check all gas connections for leaks with a soapy water solution before lighting pilots. Do Not use an open
flame to check for leaks. Putting an open flame beside a new gas connection is extremely dangerous.
Before lighting any pilots, make sure that burner valves and thermostats are in the off position.
LIGHTING THE PILOTS
CAUTION: When lighting the pilots and checking for leaks, do not stand with you face close to the
combustion chamber.
• The pilots can be accessed from the top of the unit through the top grate or wok top.
• Make sure main burner valve is in the off position.
• Make sure pilot adjust valve located on the manifold is open. It can be accessed through a hole in the
front panel.
• Light the pilot and adjust flame to approximately ½”.
SHUTDOWN
• Nightly shutdown: Turn burner valves to off position, pilots will remain lit.
• Complete shutdown: Turn burner valves to off position. Turn main gas supply to range off.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE
All units are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove any visible signs of dirt, oil or grease
remaining from the manufacturing process.
Top
The Top grates should be removed and washed before use. With these removed it will be possible to remove
wire ties holding the burners in place for shipment.
OPERATING SUGGESTIONS
STOCK POTS
Burners are quickly lighted and require no preheating time.
5

CARE AND CLEANING
Any piece of equipment works better and lasts longer when properly maintained. Cooking equipment is no
exception. Your THERMA-TEK appliance must be kept clean during the workday and thoroughly cleaned
at the end of the day.
STOCK POT
• Remove top grate and wash thoroughly with hot soapy water. Be sure to clean burner ports by using
a piece of wire
• Make sure air shutter openings are clear of any debris.
• Make sure pilots are clean and burning properly.
STAINLESS STEEL
• All stainless steel body parts should be wiped regularly with hot soapy water during the day and with
a liquid cleaner designed for this material at the end of each day. Do not use steel wool, abrasive
cloths, cleansers, or powders to clean stainless steel surfaces. If it is necessary to scrape stainless
steel to remove encrusted materials, soak in hot water to loosen the material, then use a nylon or
wood scraper to loosen debris. Never use a spatula, knife or any other metal tool to scrape stainless
steel. These tools will scratch the stainless steel.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Burner flame to large.
Incorrect pressure setting or
orifice.
Check pressure setting and orifice.
Burner flame soft and yellow
tipping.
Insufficient primary air.
Check air shutter setting.
Flame lifts off burner ports
Excessive primary air.
Check air shutter setting.
Flame lights back to orifice
Excessive primary air
Check air shutter setting.
Delayed ignition
1) Pilot flame too small.
2) Burner ports blocked.
3) Incorrect air shutter setting.
4) Incorrect pressure setting.
5) Pilot lighter tube dirty or
blocked.
1) Check pilot flame length.
2) Clean burner ports.
3) Check air shutter setting.
4) Check pressure setting.
5) Clean tube.
Pilot burner will not ignite
1)Pilot blocked or dirty.
2)Pilot adjusting screw closed.
1)Clean pilot.
2)Open & adjust flame length.
6

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
For warranty service, contact your local THERMA-TEK authorized service agency. Provide him with the
Model #, Serial #, date of installation, and a brief description of the problem. If you need assistance locating
the authorized service agency in your area, contact your local dealer. He will have a listing of authorized
dealers in your area, or on the web www.therma-tek.com
We want you to remain a satisfied customer. If a problem comes up that cannot be resolved to your
satisfaction, please contact our customer service at:
714-968-7498
714-968-3529 (fax)
877-THERTEK (toll free)
Or e-mail us at [email protected]
For Technical support call: 570-455-3000
7

TERMS OF SALE
FOB: THERMA-TEK, 115 ROTARY DRIVE, HAZLETON, PA 18202
INSPECTION: Shipments must be inspected promptly upon receipt. No claims for damaged merchandise or missing parts or other
errors will be recognized unless written notice thereof is given to Therma-Tek Commercial Cooking Equipment Company within 30 days
after shipping date.
RETURNED GOODS: Returned goods are subject to a 15% restocking charge along with any reconditioning charges. Any authorized
product return, must be returned in its original unused and undamaged condition, in its original carton, with all accessories and user
manuals included. A Return Materials Authorization Number (RMA) by Therma-Tek must be granted, and returned goods must be
shipped freight prepaid. Custom units built to buyer specifications may not be returned or cancelled.
SHIPMENTS: All equipment ships under class 85. FOB: Hazleton, PA 18202
PRODUCT REVISIONS: Therma-Tek Commercial Cooking Equipment Company reserves the right without prior notice to make
changes and revisions in product specifications, design and materials at it discretion and without notice.
PRICES: All prices are subject to change without notice. Prices do not include sales or any other local state tax. All prices are in
U.S. Dollars.
TERMS: Net 30 days subject to Therma-Tek credit department approval. All amounts past due are subject to 1 1⁄2% per month
service charge
LIMITED WARRANTY: TWO (2) YEAR PARTS AND LABOR FOR U.S.
THERMA-TEK LIMITED WARRANTY: The Therma-Tek Commercial Cooking Equipment Company warranty applies to all
equipment that has been unaltered, properly installed and maintained in accordance with national and local codes and in accordance
with the Therma-Tek installation manuals.
Therma-Tek products are warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal
use and service for a period of (2) two years from the date of original installation. Equipment must be no older than two (2) years from
date of manufacture to carry the one (2) year parts and labor warranty. Equipment is not warranted when used in a non-commercial
location. Porcelain items are excluded from this warranty. Parts wear is not considered a defect. Faucets, cast iron parts and glass
items are warranted for 90 days. This warranty does not apply to equipment damaged, altered or abused accidentally or intentionally,
modified by unqualified service personnel or with missing or altered serial name plates. Therma-Tek agrees to repair or replace
defective parts (with normal shipping charges) due to flaws in material or workmanship during the warranty period. Labor to repair or
replace defective parts shall be warranted when and only performed by an authorized Therma-Tek service agency. Travel over 50
miles, holiday or overtime labor charges are not covered. T
Any use of any third-party or non Therma-Tek replacement parts will void the warranty
Any Therma-Tek Commercial Cooking Equipment Company product purchased, shipped or installed out of the 48 contiguous U.S.
states is limited to a one (1) year parts only warranty. Replacement parts are F.O.B. Therma-Tek, Hazleton, Pennsylvania 18202.
Proper installation, initial check out, air shutter adjustments, or normal maintenance such as lubrication, adjustment or calibration of
controls is the responsibility of the dealer, owner/user or installing contractor and is not covered by this warranty.
Ó2019 Therma-Tek Commercial Cooking Equipment Company, A Division of TEKMA Corporation, Miami, Florida 33147

THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK

115 Rotary Drive, West Hazleton, PA 18202
www.therma-tek.com
[email protected]
877-THERTEK (843-7835)
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
A Division of TEKMA Corporation
7700 NW 37th Avenue
Miami, Florida 33147