Vulcan-Hart RRE24E User manual

©ITW Food Equipment Group, LLC
3600 North Point Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21222
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE
FORM F-47656 (10-15)
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
HEAVY DUTY ELECTRIC GRIDDLES
RRE36E
MODELS
RRE24E
RRE36E
RRE48E
For additional information on Vulcan or to locate an authorized parts and
service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanequipment.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTALLATION………………………………………………………………………………………
3
Installation Codes And Standards……………………………………………………………
3
Unpacking…………………………………………………………………………………………
Leg Assembly…………………………………………………………………………………….
3
3
Leveling……………………………………………………………………………………………
4
Location……………………………………………………………………………………………
4
Electrical Connections………………………………………………………………………….
4
Phase Wiring Connections…………………………………………………………………….
5
Electrical Data……………………………………………………………………………………
6
OPERATION…………………………………………………………………………………………..
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Before First Use………………………………………………………………………………….
6
Seasoning The Griddle………………………………………………………… ………………
7
Controls……………………………………………………………………………………………
7
Using The Griddle……………………………………………………………………………….
7
Zone Cooking……..…………………………………………………………………………….
8
Cleaning The Griddle…………………………………………………………………………...
8
Rapid Recovery™ Griddle Plate…..………………………………………………………….
9
SHUTDOWN ………………..……………………………………………..…………………………
10
EXTENDED SHUTDOWN ………………………………………………………………………….
10
MAINTENANCE………………………………………………………………………………………
10
Service And Parts Information………………………………………………… ……………..
10
TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………………………………………….
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ACCESSORY INSTALLATION…………………………………………………………………….
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF
HEAVY DUTY ELECTRIC GRIDDLES
GENERAL
Heavy Duty Electric Griddles are produced with quality workmanship and materials.
Proper installation, usage and maintenance of your griddle will result in many years of
satisfactory performance. Thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of
the instructions provided.
INSTALLATION
Before installing, check the electrical service to make sure it agrees with the
specifications on the rating plate. If the supply and equipment voltages do not agree, do
not proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or Vulcan immediately.
INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS
Your Vulcan griddle must be installed in accordance with:
In the United States of America:
1. State and local codes
2. National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA –70 (latest edition) available from The National
Fire Protection Association,1 Batterymarch Park,Quincy, MA 02269.
3. NFPA Standard #96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, (latest edition) available
From the National Fire Protection Association,Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
In Canada:
1. Local code
2. Canadian Electrical Code C22.1 Part 1 (latest edition) available from the Canadian
Standard Association, 5060 Spectrum Way, Suite 100, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada,
L4W 5N6.
UNPACKING
This griddle was inspected before leaving the factory. The carrier assumes full responsibility for the
safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Check for possible shipping damage immediately after
receipt.
If the griddle is found to be damaged, complete the following steps:
1. Carrier must be notified within 5 business days of receipt.
2. Carrier’s local terminal must be notified immediately upon discovery (note time, date, and
who was spoken to), and follow up and confirm with written or electronic communication.
3. All original packing materials must be kept for inspection purposes.
4. The griddle cannot have been moved, installed, or modified.
5. Notify Vulcan Customer Service immediately at 800-814-2028

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LEG ASSEMBLY
Attach the legs to the body by threading the exposed leg stud into the threaded holes
located on the underside of the unit. Tighten each leg so that the top face of the leg is
pressed firmly against the body bottom. Do not operate griddle without legs or integrated
stand as damage will occur.
LEVELING
Position the griddle in the desired location. Level the griddle by using a wrench to turn
the adjustable feet. You must hold the leg while turning the foot so that it’s attachment to
the griddle is not loosened.
LOCATION
The installation location must be kept free and clear of combustibles. Do not permit air to
blow directly at the griddle. Avoid open windows next to the griddle wherever possible.
Avoid wall-type fans which create air cross-currents within the room.
This griddle is Design Certified for installation on a non-combustible counter with 4” legs,
or combustible floor with 24” high stand.
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES
COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION
NON-COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION
Back:
1”
0”
Right
Side:
1”
0”
Left Side
1”
0”
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Electrical and grounding connections must comply with the
applicable portions of the National Electrical Code and/or other local electrical
codes.
Disconnect the electrical power to the griddle and follow lockout /
tagout procedures.
Electrical Connections
1. Remove the junction box cover plate(s) at the back of the unit. This exposes the built-in junction
boxes and griddle line leads.
2. Select a suitable knockout on the rear or bottom of the junction box.
3. Connect the griddle’s line leads to the supply wires with factory supplied wire connectors as shown
in the applicable wiring instructions. Do not disturb the internal griddle wiring.
4. Push the excess wire into the junction box and replace the cover plate. Never operate the griddle
without the junction box covers in place.
Since the griddle is not fused, you must connect it to a fused circuit equipped with a
suitable disconnecting means as required by local authorities.

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Phase Wiring Connections
RRE24E
208,240 & 480 VAC 3-PHASE WIRING CONNECTIONS:
1. CONNECT WIRE #5 TO “L1”
2. CONNECT WIRE #6 & #11 TO “L2”
3. CONNECT WIRE #10 TO “L3”
208 & 240 VAC 1-PHASE WIRING CONNECTIONS:
1. CONNECT WIRE #5 & #10 TO “L1”
2. CONNECT WIRE #6 & #11 TO “L2”
RRE36E
208,240 & 480 VAC 3-PHASE WIRING CONNECTIONS:
1. CONNECT WIRE #10 TO “L1”
2. CONNECT WIRE #11 TO “L2”
3. CONNECT WIRE #5 & #6 TO “L3”
208 & 240 VAC 1-PHASE WIRING CONNECTIONS:
1. CONNECT WIRE #5 & #10 TO “L1”
2. CONNECT WIRE #6 & #11 TO “L2”
RRE48E
208,240 & 480 VAC 3-PHASE WIRING CONNECTIONS:
1. CONNECT WIRE #10 & #11 TO “L1”
2. CONNECT WIRE #8, #9 & #13 TO “L2”
3. CONNECT WIRE #12 TO “L3”
208 & 240 VAC 1-PHASE WIRING CONNECTIONS:
1. CONNECT WIRE #8, #12 & #13 TO “L1”
2. CONNECT WIRE #9, #10 & #11 TO “L2”

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Electrical Data
OPERATION
The griddle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning
or servicing the griddle.
Disconnect power supply and follow lockout / tagout procedures
before cleaning and servicing the appliance.
BEFORE FIRST USE
It is recommended that you clean your Vulcan RRE griddle thoroughly with a mild soap
and water. Rinse the griddle surface thoroughly with water and wipe dry with a soft clean
cloth.
SEASONING THE GRIDDLE
Before turning the unit ON, apply a high temperature cooking oil–about one ounce per
square foot of surface. Do not use plain vegetable oil as it is not stabilized for high heat
and may cause food stick and result in improperly cooked food. Turn the griddle ON and
with a regular wipe cloth; work the oil into the whole griddle surface for two minutes.
After cleaning your griddle with chemicals, you should repeat the seasoning procedure for
proper cooking.
STANDARD VOLTAGES-208 VOLTS OR 240 VOLTS 50/60 Hz.-SINGLE OR THREE PHASE
480 VOLTS 50/60 Hz.-THREE PHASE ONLY
TOTAL
TOTAL
3 PHASE LOADING
NOMINAL AMPS PER LINE WIRE CONN.
MODEL NUMBER
CONN.
KW
KW PER PHASE
3 PHASE
1 PHASE
KW
PER
PER CONN.*
208 VOLT
240 VOLT
480 VOLT
208
240
CONN
X-Y
Y-Z
X-Z
X
Y
Z
X
Y
Z
X
Y
Z
VOLT
VOLT
RRE24E
10.8
10.8
5.4
5.4
0.0
22.5
45.0
22.5
19.5
39.0
19.5
9.7
19.5
9.7
51.9
45.0
RRE36E
16.2
16.2
5.4
5.4
5.4
45.0
45.0
45.0
39.0
39.0
39.0
19.5
19.5
19.5
77.9
67.5
RRE48E
21.6
21.6
10.8
5.4
5.4
67.4
67.4
45.0
58.5
58.5
39.0
29.2
29.2
19.5
103.8
90.0

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CONTROLS
Each thermostat independently controls a 12” wide griddle section. When each
thermostat is turned ON, the corresponding red indicator light will illuminate to indicate
that the elements are on for that section. When the griddle plate reaches the desired
temperature set point, the elements will be turned off for that section and the indicator
light will go off. Indicator lights will cycle off and on as the thermostats turn the
corresponding heating elements off and on to maintain the set temperatures. At the end
of each day, you must turn all thermostat knobs to the OFF position to turn off the unit.
USING THE GRIDDLE
To preheat, set the thermostats for the desired temperatures 20 minutes before cooking.
A uniform and systematic approach to loading the griddle will produce the most consistent
product results.
ZONE COOKING
This griddle features two tubular heating elements in each 12” section. Each section is
controlled by an independent thermostat. Each 12” section is a separate cooking zone,
and allows cooking a wide variety of products over a single griddle plate. The chart below
is a suggested usage of zone cooking.
When zone cooking, it is suggested that you start with your lowest temperature setting at
either side of the griddle, increasing the zone temperature as you move up the zone line.
These zone cooking guidelines will vary depending on product temperatures, size and
shape. This guide should be adjusted to suit your product and operational cooking
preference.
Thermostat Knob
Red Indicator Light

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ZONE 1
(300°F)
ZONE 2
(350°F)
ZONE 3
(350°F)
ZONE 4
(400°F)
PRODUCT
Sausage
Eggs (Hard Fried)
Eggs (Scrambled)
Burger (Well Done)
Steak (Well Done)
Chicken Breast
Frozen Foods
Pork Chops
PRODUCT
PRODUCT
Steak (Rare)
Stir Fry
Vegetables
Salmon
Fish Cakes
Lobster
Scampi
Pancakes
French Toast
Bacon
Omelet
Hash Browns
Canadian Bacon
Eggs (Sunny Side Up)
Boiled Ham
Steak (Medium Well)
Fresh Burger (Medium Well)
Small Frozen Burger (Medium Well)
CLEANING THE GRIDDLE
The griddle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning
or servicing the griddle.
Clean the griddle regularly. A clean griddle always looks better, lasts longer and performs
better. To produce evenly cooked, perfectly browned griddle products keep the griddle
plate clean and free of carbonized grease. Carbonized grease on the surface hinders the
transfer of heat from the griddle surface to the food, resulting in spotty browning and loss
of cooking efficiency. Carbonized grease tends to cling to griddle foods, giving them a
highly unsatisfactory and unappetizing appearance.
RRE48E

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Do not use a water-jet to clean the griddle as this can cause damage to internal electrical
components.
The Rapid Recovery™ griddle plate is a composite material which is engineered to
provide a high heat transfer rate to the food. The top surface is stainless steel and can be
scored or dented by careless use of a spatula or scraper. Be careful not to dent, scratch,
or gouge the plate surface. Do not try to knock off loose food that may be on the spatula
by tapping the corner or the edge of the spatula on the griddle surface.
AFTER EACH USE
Clean the griddle with a griddle scraper during the work shift. Take care not to vigorously
strike the back or side splashes with the scraper.
ONCE PER DAY
Thoroughly clean the griddle back splash, sides and front. Turn the griddle off and allow it
to cool down between 275°F-300°F, apply some water to the cooking surface and clean it
with a griddle scraper. Remove, empty and wash the grease drawer in the same manner
as an ordinary cooking utensil.
Wipe the griddle exterior clean with a damp cloth to prevent grease accumulation and dry.
ONCE PER WEEK
Clean the griddle surface thoroughly with water, Scotch-Brite™Quick Clean Griddle
System or Ecolab Grease Express™ High -Temp Grill Cleaner. Be sure the cleaning agent
is thoroughly removed by flushing with clear water. After cleaning, reseason the cooking
surface according to the instructions in this manual.
If the griddle usage is very high, consider conducting this weekly cleaning procedure
more than once per week.
Do not use a brick or griddle stone for cleaning.
Do not use chlorine sanitizer in contact with griddle. Contact can cause discoloration,
corrosion and permanent damage.
Do not use cleaning agents including Sodium Hydroxide, which is common in household
oven cleaners.

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SHUTDOWN OF GRIDDLE
1. Turn all thermostats to the OFF position. This will shut down the griddle completely.
EXTENDED SHUTDOWN
1. Turn all thermostats to the OFF position.
2. Shut off the main electrical supply.
3. Apply a heavy coat of vegetable oil over the griddle plate to inhibit rust.
MAINTENANCE
The griddle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning
or servicing the griddle.
Disconnect power supply and follow lockout / tagout procedures
before cleaning and servicing the appliance.
LUBRICATION
There are no parts on this unit that require lubrication.
SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION
Contact the Service Contractor in your area to obtain service and parts information. For a
complete listing of Service and Parts depots refer to or www.vulcanequipment.com
When calling for service the following information should be available from the appliance
serial plate: Model Number, Serial Number and voltage.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Heat does not come on
when the temperature
controller is turned on
1. Problem with thermostats. (Call for service)
2. Problem with heating elements. (Call for service)
3. Main power supply disconnected. (Call for service)
Fat appears to smoke
excessively
1. Temperature set too high.
2. Moisture in food may be turning into steam
Food sticks to griddle or
burned around edges or
contains dark specs
1. Temperature set too high.
2. Griddle surface requires cleaning and/or seasoning.
3. Surface under food not covered with enough cooking oil.
Food under-cooked inside
1. Temperature set too low.
2. Food not cooked for long enough time.
Food tastes greasy or has
objectionable off-flavor
1. Food itself may have off-flavor.
2. Food stored improperly before cooking.
3. Too much griddle fat used.
4. Temperature set too low.
Noticeable build-up of
gum on griddle
1. Temperature set too high.
2. Griddle surface needs cleaning and/or seasoning.
3. Too much griddle fat used.

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ACCESSORY INSTALLATION
The griddle and its parts are hot. Use care when operating, cleaning
or servicing the griddle.
1
SIDE VIEW
2

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3
4
SIDE VIEW
FRONT VIEW

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NOTES

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REMARQUES :

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3
4
VUE DE CÔTÉ
VUE AVANT

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INSTALLATION DES ACCESSOIRES
La plaque chauffante et ses pièces sont chaudes. Soyez
prudent lors de l'utilisation, du nettoyage et de l'entretien de la plaque chauffante.
1
VUE DE CÔTÉ
2

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DÉPANNAGE
PROBLÈME
CAUSES POSSIBLES
Aucune chaleur n'est
émise lorsque le
régulateur de température
est mis en position de
marche
1. Problème avec les thermostats. (contactez votre
représentant de service)
2. Problème avec les éléments chauffants. (contactez votre
représentant de service)
3. Alimentation principale débranchée. (contactez votre
représentant de service)
La graisse semble
dégager de la fumée de
façon excessive.
1. Le réglage de la température est trop élevé.
2. L'humidité dans les aliments peut se transformer en
vapeur
Les aliments collent à la
plaque chauffante ou
brûlent sur les bords ou
contiennent des particules
foncées
1. La température est réglée trop haut
2. La surface de la plaque chauffante nécessite un
nettoyage et/ou un conditionnement.
3. La surface sous les aliments n'est pas suffisamment
recouverte d'huile de cuisson.
L'intérieur des aliments
n'est pas bien cuit.
1. La température est réglée trop bas.
2. Les aliments ne sont pas cuits assez longtemps.
Les aliments goûtent le
gras ou ont une saveur
désagréable.
1. Les aliments eux-mêmes peuvent avoir une saveur
désagréable.
2. La nourriture a été mal entreposée avant la cuisson.
3. Usage d'une quantité excessive de graisse sur la plaque
chauffante.
4. La température est réglée trop bas.
Accumulation perceptible
de gomme sur la plaque
chauffante.
1. La température est réglée trop haut.
2. La surface de la plaque chauffante nécessite un
nettoyage et/ou un conditionnement.
3. Usage d'une quantité excessive de graisse sur la plaque
chauffante.

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ARRÊT DE LA PLAQUE CHAUFFANTE
1. Placez tous les thermostats la position d'arrêt ("OFF"). Cela éteindra complètement la
plaque chauffante.
ARRÊT PROLONGÉ
1. Placez tous les thermostats la position d'arrêt ("OFF").
2. Coupez l'alimentation électrique principale.
3. Appliquez une couche épaisse d'huile végétale sur la plaque chauffante pour empêcher
la production de rouille.
ENTRETIEN
La plaque chauffante et ses pièces sont chaudes. Soyez
prudent lors de l'utilisation, du nettoyage et de l'entretien de la plaque chauffante.
Débranchez l'alimentation et suivez la procédure de
verrouillage-étiquetage avant tout nettoyage ou entretien de l'appareil.
LUBRIFICATION
Cet appareil ne comporte aucune pièce qui nécessite une lubrification.
RENSEIGNEMENTS SUR LE SERVICE ET LES PIÈCES
Contactez le centre de service de votre région pour obtenir des renseignements sur le
service et les pièces. Pour obtenir la liste complète des centres de services et des dépôts
de pièces, consultez www.vulcanequipment.com
Lors de tout appel de service, veuillez avoir les renseignements suivants habituellement
inscrits sur la plaque signalétique de l'appareil : Numéro de modèle, numéro de série et
tension.

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REMARQUE
N'utilisez pas un jet d'eau pour nettoyer la plaque chauffante, car cela peut causer
des dommages aux composants électriques internes.
La table de cuisson Rapid Recovery™ est constituée d'un matériau composite, fabriqué
pour apporter un transfert élevé de la chaleur vers les aliments. La surface est en inox et
peut être éraflée, si l'on ne fait pas attention, avec une spatule ou un grattoir. Veillez à
ne pas bosseler, rayer ou rainurer la surface de la plaque. N'essayez pas de retirer des
aliments qui peuvent être sur la spatule en tapant le coin ou le bord de la spatule sur la
surface de la plaque chauffante. N'utilisez pas de spatules en acier trempé. Utilisez
plutôt des spatules en acier doux aux coins arrondis.
APRÈS CHAQUE UTILISATION
Nettoyez la plaque chauffante avec un racloir pour plaque chauffante pendant la période
de travail. Prenez garde de ne pas frapper vigoureusement l'arrière ou les côtés anti-
éclaboussures avec le racloir.
UNE FOIS PAR JOUR
Nettoyez soigneusement la paroi anti-éclaboussures à l'arrière, sur les côtés et à l'avant.
Éteignez la plaque chauffante et laissez-la refroidir à entre 275 °F et 300 °F, appliquez
un peu d'eau sur la surface de cuisson et nettoyez-là à l'aide d'un racloir pour plaque
chauffante. Enlevez, videz et lavez le tiroir à graisse de la même manière qu'un ustensile
de cuisine ordinaire.
Nettoyez l'extérieur de la plaque chauffante avec un chiffon humide pour éviter
l'accumulation de graisse et essuyez-le.
UNE FOIS PAR SEMAINE
Nettoyer à fond la surface du grill à l'eau, avec un système de nettoyage rapide des grills
Scotch-BriteTM ou d'un nettoyant pour grill haute température Ecolab Grease Express™.
S'assurer que l'agent nettoyant soit complètement retiré en rinçant à l'eau claire. Après
nettoyage, retraiter la surface de cuisson en fonction des instructions de ce manuel.
Si vous utilisez beaucoup le grill, pensez à le nettoyer plus d'une fois par semaine.
Ne pas utiliser une brique ou une pierre à grill pour nettoyer.
Ne pas mettre de désinfectant au chlore sur le grill. Il peut provoquer une décoloration, la
corrosion et des dégâts permanents.
Ne pas utiliser d'agents nettoyants, notamment de la soude caustique, qui fait partie des
nettoyants usuels pour fours domestiques.