Therma-tek TCTYG36 Operating instructions

TEPPAN-YAKI
OWNERS MANUAL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Made in U.S.A
MODEL # TCTYG36 (shown)

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 thelist of substances knownby the State of
California to causecancer or reproductiveharm. California law requires businessesto 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
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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 ½ PSI.
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. All Teppan-Yaki’s are 30,000 BUT's
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.
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INSTALLATION AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
CLEARANCES
The unit must be kept clear of all combustibles.
The unit must be installed with the 4” legs supplied for proper operation.
Minimum clearance from combustible construction:
Back 0”
Sides 0”
Minimum clearance from non-combustible:
Back 0”
Sides 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.
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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 onlyby 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.
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INSTALLATION AND SAFETY GUIDELINES
LOCATION
The Teppan-Yaki Griddle is designed for installation along with a dining table or counter. The design of
this counter and installation should only be performed by those experienced with this type of equipment.
Notice: The griddle must be installed with the opening on the side and back of the griddle ¼” above the
table or counter.
5
1/4"
1/4"

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.
GRIDDLE:
Looking through slot in the valve panel, locate pilot lighting holes in the burner front shield.
Make sure pilot adjust valve located on the manifold is open.
Light the pilot and adjust flame to approximately 3/4” high.
SHUTDOWN
Nightly shutdown: Turn burner valves and thermostat to off position, pilots will remain lit.
Complete shutdown: Turn burner valves and thermostats 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.
Griddle
New griddles should be seasoned as follows:
1. Clean the griddle surface thoroughly with hot soapy water to remove the protective oil coating wiped
on at the factory.
2. Rinse with a mixture of ¼ cup vinegar to one-quart water.
3. Spread unsalted shortening or liquid frying compound evenly over the entire griddle surface.
4. Turn all griddle burners to medium or thermostats to 350 degrees and wait until the shortening
begins to smoke, and then turn the burners off.
5. Rub the now melted shortening into the griddle surface with a cloth covering the entire surface.
6. Let the griddle cool, and then repeat steps 3, 4, & 5.
7. When the griddle is cool after the second seasoning, wipe it once again with a thin film of shortening
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING SUGGESTIONS
Griddle
Heat the griddle thoroughly before using. During slow periods the top can be kept warm with the burner
turned partially down.
Do not use the griddle as a hot top. Heating stock pots and other large pots and pans on the griddle traps
heat and can cause griddle plate warping. Heating pots on the griddle plate voids the warranty.
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.
GRIDDLE
Scrape with a nylon griddle scraper to remove cooked on spills. Use a fine-grained stone only when
absolutely necessary.
Wipe away any griddle stone dust and food particles with a cloth.
Wash with hot soapy water, and then rinse with vinegar and water solution.
Then rinse again with clean water.
Re-oil with shortening or liquid frying compound.
Remove grease can, empty, and clean it thoroughly with hot soapy water.
Never flood the griddle with cold water. This promotes griddle warping and can cause the griddle
plate to crack if continued over a long period of time.
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, and 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.
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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.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
For warranty service, contact your local THERMA-TEK authorized service agency. Provide him or her
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 or she 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 [e-mail]
For Technical support call: 570-455-3000
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WARRANTY
THERMA-TEK FOR INSTALLATION IN THE U.S.A TERMS OF SALE AND
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT WARRANTY.
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT WARRANTY
The Therma-Tek Corporation warrantsits newproduct(s) tobe free fromdefects in material andworkmanship for a periodof one (1) year fromthe dateof
original installation, nottoexceedeighteen(18) monthsfromshipmentfromthe factoryprovidedproofof installationdate issuppliedtoTherma-Tekprior to
work beingperformed.
Thiswarranty shall be subject to the followingconditions.
1. Thiswarranty islimitedtoproduct(s) soldtothe original commercial user.
2. The liabilityof Therma-Tek under thiswarrantyislimitedto,at Therma-Tek’s option, the replacement or repair of any part foundby Therma-Tek
to benot aswarrantedherein,providedthat writtennotice of defectsshallhave been suppliedtoTherma-Tekwithin thirty (30) daysafteritsoccurrence.
3. Therma-Tekshall bear the normallaborchargesincurredin such repair orreplacement tothe extentthatsuch isperformedwithinfifty(50) miles froman
office of an authorizedagency ofTherma-Tek, exceptthat such obligationtobear labor chargesshall notapply to productsor partsinstalledoutside the
continental UnitedStates.
4. Therma-Tekshall havenoobligationasto anyproducts(s) whichhave been misapplied, (includinginstallation for residential use), mishandled, damaged,
abused, subjectedto harsh chemical actionor poor waterquality,modifiedby unauthorizedservicepersonnel, damagedby flood,fire orother actsof Godor
which have the serial number removedor altered.
5. Adjustmentssuch as calibrations, air shutteradjustment, leveling, tighteningof fasteners or utilityconnections, are the responsibility ofthecustomer,dealer
or installer andnotthatof Therma-Tek.
6. These warrantyperiods, ratherthanthe one (1)yearperiodherein providedforother parts, shall applyforthe product(s) listed.
a. PorcelainEnamel andPaint - 90daysfrom installation.
b. Rubber seals, light bulbs andgaskets - 90 daysfrom installation.
c. Cast-iron parts - 120days.
7. Thisstates the exclusive remedy against Therma-Tek relatingto the product(s) whetherin contract or in tortor under any otherlegaltheory andwhether
arisingout of warranties, representations, instructions, installationsor defectsfromanycause.
8. Thiswarranty andtheliabilitiessetforth hereinare exclusive andin lieuof all of theirliabilities andwarranties, expressedor implied, includingbut not
limitedto, impliedwarrantiesor merchantabilityandfitnessforparticular purposeandconstitutestheonlywarranty of Therma-Tek withrespect tothe
product(s).
9. Therma-Tekshall notbeliable whether in contract orin tort,or under anyotherlegaltheory,for lossofuse, revenueor profit, or for substituteuse of
performance, for incidental, indirect, or special orconsequential damagesorforany otherlossof costofsimilar type.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Terms: Net 30 dayssubject to creditapproval. All amountspastdueare subject to a 1-1/2%per month servicecharge.
FOB: Factory
Prices: Allprices are subject to change without notice. Pricesdo not include sales or anyother local statetax.
Shipments: Shipments mustbe inspectedpromptlybefore receipt. No claims for damagedmerchandise ormissingpartsor other errorswill be
recognizedunlesswrittennoticethereof isgiven to Therma-Tek within 30daysafter theshipment.
Returned Returnedgoodsare subject to a 20%re-stockingcharge andthe cost ofreconditioning. Prior authorization by Therma-Tek
Goods: must be granted, andreturnedgoodsmust be shippedfreight pre-paid. Customunits built tobuyer specifications maynot be returnedor
cancelled.
Note: Since continuing product improvement is a Therma-Tek policy, the factory reserves the right to change specifications, designs, and
materials without prior notice.
115 Rotary Drive,WestHazleton,PA 18202(ManufacturingFacilities)
9121 AtlantaAve. #331,Huntington Beach, CA92646(ExecutiveOffices)
www.therma-tek.com Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]-THERTEK (843-7835)
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