Antunes, AJ VS-350 - Manual (Page 11)

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Variety Steamer
P/N 1010745 Rev. g 03/06
Up & DOwn arrOw bUttOns
the actual generator temperature can be viewed by
depressing the uP arrow button (figure 3) at any time.
the arrow buttons are used with the other buttons to
program the unit (see the Programming section of this
manual for more information).
lOcK leVer
When in the full forward (towards operator) position,
the lock lever (figure 8) secures the generator manifold
in position on top of the unit. Moving the lock lever to
the full rearward position unlocks the generator mani-
fold, allowing it to be removed for cleaning or servicing.
nOte: Do nOt force the lever into position.
HI-lImIt reset tHermOstat
if the generator overheats for any reason, the Hi-Limit
thermostat opens (trips) and cuts off power to the
generator. this can be reset by turning the unit off,
unplug the power cord, and allow the unit to cool for 45
minutes. Remove the Main Housing cover and press
the Hi-Limit’s red reset button (figure 8). if the Hi-Limit
thermostat requires continuous resetting, contact your
authorized service agency
nOte: Units manufactured on or before October
2002 have an externally resettable Hi-limit. to
reset it, remove the black protective cap located
underneath the front of the unit and press the but-
ton fully. reinstall the cap after resetting the unit.
Operating Instructions
1. turn the unit on and allow it to preheat for approx-
imately 30 minutes.
ImpOrtant: Do not push any of the menu but-
tons during warm-up. the word “lOw” flashes on
the display to indicate the unit is not up to operat-
ing temperature. when the cycle time is displayed,
the unit may be operated.
2. Remove baskets and place desired product into
baskets. insert baskets into the steamer.
3. single shot: Press and release the single shot
button and wait 10 seconds for the steam to pen-
etrate the product.
timed cycle: Momentarily pressing any one of
the four channel buttons will begin a steaming
cycle. During the cycle, the display will count
down to zero ending with an audible tone to sig-
nal the completion of the cycle.
nOte: experiment by steaming product at differ-
warnInG
to avoid injury, be careful when pulling basket
assembly out from unit. be sure to allow steam
to escape before putting hands or face over the
steamer.
ent settings until correct cycle for that product is
found.
4. When the cycle is complete, remove and empty
the basket(s). at the end of the serving day or
shift, turn off the unit and allow it to cool before
performing the daily cleaning procedures in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
steaming tips
Listed below are some samples of products that have
been tested in the Variety Steamer. Recommended
settings are listed following each product. Refer to
the Programming section of this manual to setup the
steamer for any of these items (results may vary).
experiment with your products and different steam-
ing times–a little more or less steam could change the
appearance and/or flavor.
Pre-cooked pasta is easily reconstituted, and gives you
a hot product without the wetness of the normal “dip”
method. cYc = 00.20, rate = 00.05, sHOt = 00.55
if you serve melted cheese on sandwiches, steam is
the perfect way to melt cheese. cYc = 00.10, rate =
00.05, sHOt = 00.40
a steamed bun (which takes about 10-15 seconds)
says “Hot sandwich” to your customer. cYc = 00.10,
rate = 00.05, sHOt = 00.70
Vegetables, rice, and bread products can be reconsti-
tuted by steaming before serving which reduces waste.
cYc = 00.20, rate = 00.05, sHOt = 00.55
Dinner rolls, muffins, even tortillas can be heated com-
pletely and held without drying out the product.
use a low plate or pan when steaming to allow
full steam penetration and shorter cooking times.
condensation inside the steamer is normal, but excess
moisture indicates too much water is being used. see
the Programming and equipment setup areas of this
manual.
Heat meat and bread products apart from each other,
then combine in a sandwich. this will keep the meat
juices from soaking the bread. finish off a special
meal with a steamed hand towel–hot without excessive
moisture.