Blodgett KPT-DS Series - Manual (Page 8)

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4.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. If kettle has draw-off valve, close it.
2. Fill kettle with product to desired level.
3. Slowly turn the steam control valve ON to full open position (counter clockwise).
4. The water or food should boil 2 to 3 gallons per minute. If it does not then incoming pressure
and piping should be checked to determine that it is adequate to operate the kettle efficiently.
5. Regulate steam control valve depending on type of food being prepared.
6. When food is cooked, turn off steam, remove food and clean kettle immediately to prevent
residue from drying on kettle bowl surface.
5.0 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Do not use cleaning agents that are corrosive.
CAUTION: The equipment and its parts are hot. Use care when
operating, cleaning and servicing.
Your kettle should be cleaned immediately after each use or when cooking a different product.
Before cleaning, check that the kettle has cooled enough to touch it.
1. Rinse the inside of the kettle thoroughly and drain to remove any food particles.
2. Using a nylon brush, clean the kettle with a mild detergent and water. Never use steel wool
or scouring powder as it will scratch stainless steel. Plain steel wool can leave small pieces
of steel which can rust.
3. Rinse the inside of the kettle thoroughly with clean water. Drain the kettle by tilting or using
the optional tangent draw-off valve to allow the detergent and water solution to drain.
4. Wipe the exterior of the kettle with a clean, damp cloth.
WARNING: If your are cleaning a valve that is assembled to a kettle,
be sure the kettle is completely empty of any product.