OPERATOR/SERVICE MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, KEEP FOR OPERATOR

This manual provides information for:

TDB/6 Domestic
STEAM JACKETED KETTLE
· Self Contained
· Electrically Heated
· Table Top Mounted
· Tilting

THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.

WARNING
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

NOTIFY CARRIER OF DAMAGE AT ONCE

It is the responsibility of the consignee to inspect the container upon receipt of
same and to determine the possibility of any damage, including concealed dam-
age. Unified Brands suggests that if you are suspicious of damage to make a
notation on the delivery receipt. It will be the responsibility of the consignee to file
a claim with the carrier. We recommend that you do so at once.

Manufacture Service/Questions 888-994-7636.

Information contained in this document is known to be current and accurate at the time
of printing/creation. Unified Brands recommends referencing our product line websites,
unifiedbrands.net, for the most updated product information and specifications.

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 IMPORTANT — READ FIRST — IMPORTANT
CAUTION: BE SURE ALL OPERATORS READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS, CAUTIONS, AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS
MANUAL.
WARNING: THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR USE IN THE COMMERCIAL HEATING, COOKING AND
HOLDING OF WATER AND FOOD PRODUCTS, PER THE INSTRUCTIONS
CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. ANY OTHER USE COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND WILL VOID WARRANTY.
WARNING: KETTLE MUST BE INSTALLED BY PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO WORK WITH
ELECTRICITY. IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL
AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
DANGER: ELECTRICALLY GROUND THE UNIT AT THE TERMINAL PROVIDED. FAILURE TO
GROUND UNIT COULD RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH.
WARNING: AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT EQUIPMENT SURFACES. DIRECT SKIN
CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
WARNING: AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE.
DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVER FILL THE KETTLE WHEN COOKING, HOLDING OR CLEANING. KEEP
LIQUIDS A MINIMUM OF 2-3” (5-8 cm) BELOW THE KETTLE BODY RIM TO ALLOW
CLEARANCE FOR STIRRING, BOILING AND SAFE PRODUCT TRANSFER.
WARNING: TAKE SPECIAL CARE TO AVOID CONTACT WITH HOT KETTLE BODY OR HOT
PRODUCT WHEN ADDING INGREDIENTS, STIRRING OR TRANSFERRING PRODUCT
TO ANOTHER CONTAINER.
WARNING: WHEN TILTING KETTLE FOR PRODUCT TRANSFER:
1) WEAR PROTECTIVE OVEN MITT AND PROTECTIVE APRON.
2) USE CONTAINER DEEP ENOUGH TO CONTAIN AND MINIMIZE PRODUCT
SPLASHING.
3) PLACE CONTAINER ON STABLE, FLAT SURFACE, AS CLOSE TO KETTLE AS
POSSIBLE.
4) STAND TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF KETTLE (DEPENDING ON TILTING
HANDLE PLACEMENT) WHILE POURING . DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY IN POUR
PATH OF HOT CONTENTS.
5) POUR SLOWLY, MAINTAIN CONTROL OF KETTLE BODY HANDLE AT ALL
TIMES, AND RETURN KETTLE BODY TO UPRIGHT POSITION AFTER
CONTAINER IS FILLED OR TRANSFER IS COMPLETE.
6) DO NOT OVER FILL CONTAINER. AVOID DIRECT SKIN CONTACT WITH HOT
CONTAINER AND ITS CONTENTS.

CAUTION: KEEP FLOORS IN FRONT OF KETTLE WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY. IF SPILLS
OCCUR, CLEAN IMMEDIATELY, TO AVOID SLIPS OR FALLS.

WARNING: FAILURE TO CHECK SAFETY VALVE OPERATION PERIODICALLY COULD RESULT

IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
WARNING: WHEN TESTING, AVOID ANY EXPOSURE TO THE STEAM BLOWING OUT OF THE
SAFETY VALVE. DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.

WARNING: TO AVOID INJURY, READ AND FOLLOW ALL PRECAUTIONS STATED ON THE
LABEL OF THE WATER TREATMENT COMPOUND.

WARNING: BEFORE REPLACING ANY PARTS, DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM THE ELECTRIC
POWER SUPPLY.

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 IMPORTANT READ FIRST IMPORTANT

WARNING: KEEP WATER AND SOLUTIONS OUT OF CONTROLS AND ELECTRICAL

EQUIPMENT. NEVER SPRAY OR HOSE THE SUPPORT HOUSING OR ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS.
CAUTION: MOST CLEANERS ARE HARMFUL TO THE SKIN, EYES, MUCOUS MEMBRANES AND
CLOTHING. PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN. WEAR RUBBER GLOVES,
GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. CAREFULLY READ
THE WARNINGS AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE LABEL OF THE CLEANER
TO BE USED.
CAUTION: USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY GROEN OR
THEIR AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS CAN CAUSE OPERATOR INJURY AND DAMAGE
TO THE EQUIPMENT, AND WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES.

IMPORTANT : SERVICE PERFORMED BY OTHER THAN FACTORY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL

WILL VOID WARRANTIES.

WARNING: DO NOT HEAT AN EMPTY KETTLE. EXCESSIVE STEAM PRESSURE COULD DEVELOP.

Table of Contents
IMPORTANT OPERATOR WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

INSPECTION AND UNPACKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

INITIAL START-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

SEQUENCE OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

WIRING DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

REFERENCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

SERVICE LOG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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 Equipment Description
The Groen TDB/6 is a table top, tilting, steam A built-in steam generator, sized for the kettle
jacketed kettle with a thermostatically controlled, capacity and heated by electricity, delivers steam
self-contained, electrically-heated steam supply into the jacket. “Airless” operation of the steam
and appropriate controls, mounted on a sturdy jacket permits uniform, efficient heating at
base. temperatures as low as 150°F and as high as
295°F. In addition to the adjustable thermostat for
The body of the TDB/6 Kettle is constructed of operating control, the unit has a tilt cut-off switch,
stainless steel, welded into one solid piece. The low water control, safety valve, and pressure
kettle is furnished with a reinforced rim and a switch as safety features. A heating indicator
butterfly shaped pouring lip. It has a steam jacket light, pressure gauge, and sight glass are
rated for working pressures up to 50 PSI. Kettle provided for monitoring kettle operation.
finish is 180 emery grit on the inside and bright
semi-deluxe on the outside. A tilt handle allows A single electrical connection is required for
the operator to manually tilt the kettle body in a installation. The unit employs single phase 208 or
controlled manner. Pouring height accepts pans 240 volt power.
up to 4 inches high on the table top.

KETTLE CHARACTERISTICS
U.S. Metric
Kettle Capacity 10 Quarts 9.4 Liters
Jacket Capacity 1 Quart 0.9 Liter
Diameter 12 inches 30.5 cm
Depth 9 Inches 23 cm.
KW at 208 V Single Phase 3.6 KW, 17.3 Amperes
KW at 240 V Single Phase 4.8 KW, 20 Amperes
Base Width 19 inches 48.3 cm
Base Depth 9¼ inches 23.5 cm

Accessory equipment includes:

1. Lift-off cover
2. Basket insert
3. TS/9 Stand, which holds a pan for filling
(see illustration at right)
4. Faucets

TDB/6 mounted on optional

TS/9S stand.

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 Inspection and Unpacking

The unit will arrive in a heavy shipping carton and future reference. Space for these entries is provided
will be attached to a skid. Immediately upon at the top of the Service Log at the back of this
receipt, inspect the carton carefully for exterior manual.
damage.
CAUTION CAUTION
SHIPPING STRAPS ARE UNDER TENSION T HIS UNIT WEIGHS 50 L B . (2 3 K G)
AND CAN SNAP BACK WHEN CUT. TAKE INST ALLER SHOULD OBT AIN HELP AS
CARE TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR NEEDED TO LIFT THIS WEIGHT SAFELY.
DAMAGE T O THE UNIT BY STAPLES LEFT
IN THE WALLS OF THE CARTON. When installation is to begin, carefully cut the straps
which hold the unit on the skid. Lift the unit straight
Carefully cut the polyester straps around the up off the skid. Examine packing materials to be
carton and detach the sides of the box from the sure loose parts are not discarded with the
skid. Pull the carton up off the unit. materials.
Thoroughly inspect the unit for concealed
Attach the tilt handle (normally shipped inside the
damage. Report any shipping damage or
kettle) by carefully threading it into the socket on the
incorrect shipments to the delivery agent.
trunnion support. Be careful to avoid cross-threading
Write down the model number, serial number, fine socket threads.
and installation date, and file this information for

Installation
The Groen Kettle is provided with complete 3. Bringing the electrical service through
internal wiring. It is ready for immediate the entrance at the rear of the support
connection. A wiring diagram is provided in housing, making a watertight connection
this manual and on the inside of the control with the incoming lines. (A BX
housing service panel. connection is not recommended.)

WARNING DANGER
INSTALLATION OF THE KET TLE MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUND THE UNIT AT THE
DONE BY PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO T E RM INAL P RO V ID E D . F AIL URE T O
WORK WITH ELECTRICITY. G RO U N D UNIT C O UL D RE S UL T IN
ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH.
IMPROPER INSTALLAT ION CAN RESULT
IN INJURY T O PERSONNEL AND/OR KETTLE MUST BE BOLTED DOWN BEFORE
DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. USE. (REMOVE WARNING LABEL AFTER
INSTALLATION.)
The completed unit has been operated at the
factory to test all controls and heater elements. 4. Apply a small bead of silicone caulk around
1. Set the kettle in place and level it. The base the perimeter of the kettle base.
must be securely fastened to a table or
5. Confirm that the jacket water level is
work surface. Installation under a ventilation
between the marks on the gauge glass. If
hood is recommended.
the level is low, follow the instructions under
2. Provide electrical power as specified on the “Jacket Filling and Water Treatment” in the
electrical information plate attached to the “Maintenance” section of this manual.
equipment. Observe local codes and/or The 6. The open end of the elbow on the outlet of
National Electrical Code in accordance with the safety valve must be directed downward.
ANSI/NFPA 70 - (current edition). If it is not, turn the elbow to the correct
position.

7. Any mechanical or electrical change must be

approved by the Groen Food Service
Engineering Department.
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 Initial Start-Up

IMPORTANT
BE SURE OPERATORS READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS,
CAUTIONS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.

Now that the kettle has been installed, you should

test it to ensure that the unit is operating correctly.

1. Remove all literature and packing materials

from inside and outside of the unit.
WARNING
2. Turn on the electrical service to the unit. AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT
SURFACES. DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD
3. Pour 1-2 quarts of water into the kettle. RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.

4. Following “To Start Kettle” instructions in the AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WIT H HOT
FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE. DIRECT
“Operation” section of this manual, begin
heating the water at the highest thermostat CONT ACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE
setting. The heating indicator light should BURNS.
come on immediately, and heating should
continue until the water boils. 5. To shut down the unit, turn the thermostat dial
to “OFF”.

If the unit functions as described above, it is ready

for use. If the unit does not function as intended,
contact your local Groen Certified Service Agency.

A simple turn of the thermostat controls the

Groen TDB/6 Kettle.

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 Operation

WARNING
A V O I D AL L C O NT AC T WIT H HO T
SURFACES. DIRECT SKIN CONT ACT
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.

AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT

FOOD OR WATER IN THE KETTLE. DIRECT
CONTACT COULD RESULT IN SEVERE
BURNS.

TAKE SPECIAL CARE TO AVOID CONTACT

WIT H HOT KET T LE BODY OR HOT
The operator controls kettle heating with the PRODUCT , WHEN ADDING INGREDIENTS,
thermostat dial. The dial turns heating element STIRRING OR TRANSFERRING PRODUCT
electric power on or off and sets the operating TO ANOTHER CONTAINER.
temperature of the kettle.
CAUTION
A. To Start Kettle DO NOT OVERFILL THE KETTLE WHEN
COOKING, HOLDING OR CLEANING. KEEP
1. EVERY DAY make sure that the jacket LIQUIDS AT LEAST 2-3” (5-8 cm) BELOW
water level is between the marks on the T HE KETTLE BODY RIM T O ALLOW
gauge glass. If the level is below the lower CLEARANCE FOR STIRRING, BOILING
mark, see “Jacket Filling and Water PRODUCT AND SAFE TRANSFER.
Treatment” on page 13 of this manual. WARNING

2. Check the pressure gauge. If the gauge WHEN TILTING KETTLE FOR PRODUCT
does not show 20 to 30 inches of vacuum TRANSFER:
3) WEAR PROTECTIVE OVEN MITT AND
(that is, a reading of 20 to 30 below 0),
PROTECTIVE APRON.
see “Jacket Vacuum” on page 12 of this
2) USE CONTAINER DEEP ENOUGH TO
manual.
CONTAIN A N D M I N IMIZE PRODUCT
SPLASHING.
3. Turn on the electrical power to the unit, the 3) PLACE CONTAINER ON STABLE, FLAT
contactor will energize and the Indicator Light SURFACE, AS CLOSE TO KETTLE AS
will illuminate. POSSIBLE.
4) STAND TO LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF
4. Turn the thermostat dial to the desired
KETTLE ( D E P E N D I N G O N T ILTING
temperature setting. The kettle will then HANDLE PLACEMENT) WHILE POURING
heat to that set point temperature. — NOT DIRECTLY IN POUR PATH OF HOT
CONTENTS.
5) POUR SLOWLY, MAINTAIN CONTROL OF
B. To Transfer Product or Empty Kettle:
KETTLE BODY HANDLE AT ALL TIMES,
The kettle is designed and manufactured to A N D R E T URN KET T L E B O D Y T O
be tilted in a controlled manner. Grasp the UPRIGHT POSITION AFTER CONTAINER
insulated plastic ball firmly. Maintain a firm IS FILLED OR TRANSFER IS COMPLETE.
grip on handle when tilting, while keeping 6) DO NOT OVERFILL CONTAINER. AVOID
kettle body in a tilted position and when DIRECT SKIN CONTACT WITH HOT
SLOWLY returning the kettle body to an CONTAINER AND ITS CONTENTS.
upright position.

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 When removing cover:

a) Firmly grasp the plastic handle

b) Lift rear edge (farthest from operator) 1-2”

(3-5 cm) to allow any steam and water
CAUTION vapor to escape the cooking vessel. Wait
KEEP FLOORS IN FRONT OF THE KET T LE 2-3 seconds.
AREA CLEAN AND DRY. CLEAN SPILLS
AT ONCE TO AVOID SLIPS OR FALLS. c) Tilt cover to 45-60° angle and allow any
hot condensate or product to roll off cover
C. To Shut Down Kettle back into kettle.

1. Turn the thermostat dial to “OFF”. d) Remove the cover, ensuring that any
remaining hot condensate or product does
2. For prolonged shut-down, or before not drip on operator, floor or work
cleaning the outside of the unit, shut off surfaces.
the power supply to the unit
e) Place cover on safe, flat, sanitary, out-of-
D. Use of Common Accessories the-way surface, or return to kettle rim.

1. Lift Off Cover. CAUTION

DO NOT TILT KETTLE BODY WITH COVER
As with stock pot cooking, an optional lift off IN PLACE. COVER MAY SLIDE OFF,
cover can speed heating of water and food CAUSING INJURY TO OPERATOR.
products. It helps retain heat in the cooking
vessel and reduces the heat and humidity
2. Basket Insert
released into the kitchen. Use of a cover can
reduce some product cook times and help An optional kettle basket insert can assist in
maintain the temperature, color and texture cooking boiled products, including eggs,
of products being held or simmered for potatoes, vegetables, shellfish, pasta and rice.
extended periods. The nylon mesh liner must be used when
cooking products smaller than the mesh size of
Make sure plastic ball handle is secure on the the basket, (approximately ¼” (6 mm) such as
lift off cover before using. ALWAYS use the rice and small pasta shapes.
plastic handle to place or remove the cover
from the kettle. Wear protective oven mitts Tips For Use.
and a protective apron. a) Allow for water displacement of basket
and product. This may mean only filling the
When putting the cover on the kettle, position kettle half full of water. Test basket and
it on top of kettle rim, with its flat edge facing product displacement with the kettle OFF,
the pouring lip. and with cold water in the kettle.

CAUTION
DO NOT OVERFILL THE KETTLE WHEN
COOKING, HOLDING OR CLEANING. KEEP
LIQUIDS 2-3” (5-8 cm) BELOW T HE
KET T LE B O D Y RIM T O AL LOW
WARNING
CLEARANCE FOR ST IRRING, BOILING
AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT
AND SAFE PRODUCT TRANSFER.
SURFACES. DIRECT SKIN CONT ACT
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
b) Load basket on a level, stable work
AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT surface.
FOOD OR WATER IN T HE KET T LE.
DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN c) Lift the loaded basket with both hands.
SEVERE BURNS. Get help from another person if the basket
is too heavy for safe handling

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 d) Slowly lower product into kettle. e) When removing basket with cooked
product, lift basket straight up, so the
bottom of the basket clears the rim and
pouring lip. Wear protective oven mitts and
a protective apron.

f) Allow hot water to fully drain from product,

before moving the basket away from the
kettle. Do not rest kettle basket on the
kettle rim or pouring lip. If basket is too
WARNING
heavy, get help from another person.
AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT
Remove product immediately from the
SURFACES. DIRECT SKIN CONT ACT
basket into another container, being sure
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS. to avoid contact with hot product and hot
basket or . . .
WARNING
AVOID ALL DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT
g) Place basket with food on stable, flat
FOOD OR WAT ER IN T HE KET TLE.
surface, setting it inside a solid steamer or
DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN
bake pan, to catch any remaining hot
SEVERE BURNS.
water draining from product.

Sequence of Operation
The following “action-reaction” outline is provided to Every time the kettle is tilted, the tilt cut-off switch
help the user understand how the equipment interrupts the power supply to the heaters, so that
works. the heating elements will not operate while not
submerged in the jacket water.
When the operator starts up the kettle by turning
the operating thermostat dial from “OFF” to a If steam pressure greater than 50 PSI is generated
desired setting, the thermostat switch closes. This in the jacket, the safety valve will open and relieve
lets power flow to the heater element. When the the excess pressure.
temperature of the steam jacket reaches the value
corresponding to the dial setting, the thermostat In the event that the jacket water level gets too
switch opens. This turns off the heating element. low and the heating elements overheat, the low
light and stops the heaters. As soon as the water control will open and shut off power to the
thermostat senses that the kettle is cooling below elements. Setting the operating thermostat dial to
the set point, the thermostat switch closes “OFF” shuts down all control and heating circuits.
and the heaters come on again. The heating
element will cycle ON/OFF continually to maintain
the kettle set temperature.

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 Cleaning

1. Suggested Tools:
b. Scrape and flush out food residues. Be
a. Cleaner, such as Klenzade HC-10 or HC-32 careful not to scratch the kettle with metal
from ECOLAB, Inc. implements.
b. Kettle brushes in good condition.
c. Prepare a hot solution of the detergent/
c. Sanitizer such as Klenzade XY-12. cleaning compound as instructed by the
supplier. Clean the unit thoroughly. A cloth
d. Film remover such as Klenzade LC-30.
moistened with cleaning solution can be
e. Stainless steel cleaner such as “Zepper” used to clean controls, housings, and
from “Zep Manufacturing Co. electrical conduits.

NOTE: See “Reference” Section for information d. Rinse the kettle thoroughly with hot water,
about purchasing these cleaners. then drain completely.

2. Precautions e. As part of the daily cleaning program,

Before cleaning, shut off the kettle by turning the clean soiled external and internal surfaces.
thermostat dial to “OFF.” Shut off electric power Remember to check the sides of the unit
to the unit at a remote switch, such as the circuit and control housing.
breaker.
f. To remove stuck materials, use a brush,
sponge, cloth, plastic or rubber scraper,
WARNING
or plastic wool with the cleaning solution.
KEEP WATER AND SOLUTIONS AWAY FROM
To reduce effort required in washing, let
CONTROLS AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
NEVER SPRAY SUPPORT HOUSING OR
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS.

CAUTION
MOST CLEANERS ARE HARMFUL TO THE
SKIN, EYES, MUCOUS MEMBRANES, AND
CLOT HING. PRECAUT IONS SHOULD BE
TAKEN. WEAR RUBBER GLOVES, GOGGLES
OR FACE SHIE L D , AND P RO T E C T IVE
CLOT HING. READ T HE WARNINGS AND Use a sponge, cloth or plastic brush to clean
FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON THE LABEL the kettle.
OF THE CLEANER CAREFULLY.
3. Procedure
a. Clean food-contact surfaces as soon as
possible after use. If the unit is in continuous
use, thoroughly clean and sanitize the interior
and exterior at least once every 12 hours.

WARNING
AVOID ANY DIRECT CONTACT WITH HOT
SURFACES. DIRECT SKIN CONTACT COULD Scrapers or steel wool can harm the kettle
RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS. surface.

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 the detergent solution sit in the kettle and i. It is recommended that each piece of
soak into the residue. Do NOT use abrasive equipment be sanitized just before use.
materials or metal tools that might scratch
the surface. Scratches make the surface j. If there is difficulty removing mineral
harder to clean and provide places for deposits or a film left by hard water or
bacteria to grow. food residues, clean the kettle thoroughly
and use a deliming agent, like Groen
Do NOT use steel wool, which may leave Delimer/Descaler (Part Number 114800)
particles in the surface and cause eventual or Lime-Away® from Ecolab, in
corrosion and pitting. accordance with the manufacturer’s
directions. Rinse and drain the unit before
g. The outside of the unit may be polished with further use.
a stainless steel cleaner such as “Zepper”
from Zep Manufacturing Co. k. If cleaning problems persist, contact your
cleaning product representative for
h. When equipment needs to be sanitized, use assistance. The supplier has a trained
a solution equivalent to one that supplies 200 technical staff with laboratory facilities to
parts per million available chlorine. Obtain serve you.
advice on sanitizing agents from your
supplier of sanitizing products. Following the
supplier’s instructions, apply the agent after
the unit has been cleaned and drained. Rinse
off the sanitizer thoroughly.

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 Maintenance
NOTICE: Contact Groen or an authorized Groen representative when repairs are required.

1. Periodic Maintenance operating at five PSI by lifting the test

lever to release steam.
A Maintenance & Service Log is provided at
the back of this manual with the warranty
information. Each time maintenance is
performed on your Groen kettle, enter the
date on which the work was done, what was
done, and who did it. Keep this manual on file
and available for operators to use.
WARNING
WHEN TESTING, AVOID ANY EXPOSURE
Periodic inspection will minimize equipment
TO THE STEAM BLOWING OUT OF THE
down time and increase efficiency of
SAFETY VALVE. DIRECT CONTACT COULD
operation. Check the following points:
RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
a. Check the pressure/vacuum gauge every
day. The gauge should show a vacuum of Then release the lever and let the valve
20 to 30 inches, when the kettle is cold. If snap shut. If the lever does not activate,
or there is no evidence of discharge, or
the valve leaks, immediately discontinue
use of the kettle and contact a qualified
Groen service representative.

2. Jacket Vacuum

When the kettle is cold, a positive pressure

reading or a reading near zero on the
pressure/vacuum gauge indicates air in the
jacket. This slows down heating of the kettle.

To remove air:

a. Start the unit. (See the “Operation”

section of this manual.)

b. When the pressure/vacuum gauge

The pressure gauge should show a vacuum reaches a positive pressure reading of five
of 20 to 30 inches when the kettle is cold. PSI, release the entrapped air and steam
by pulling up on the safety valve ring for
it does not, see “Jacket Vacuum” at right. about 1 second. Let the pull ring snap
back into the closed position. Repeat this
b. Also check jacket water level every day. step immediately after the gauge again
It should be between the “minimum- reads five PSI.
maximum” marks on the gauge glass. If
the level is low, see “Jacket Filling and
Water Treatment” on page 13.

c. Ensure that wiring is securely connected

and in good condition.
WARNING
d. Keep the inside of the support housing
AVOID ANY EXPOSURE T O THE STEAM
clean.
BLOWING OUT OF THE SAFETY VALVE.
e. Test the safety valve at least twice each DIRECT CONTACT COULD RESULT IN
month. Test the valve with the kettle SEVERE BURNS.

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3. Jacket Filling and Water Treatment a. Place one quart of water in the mixing
container. Distilled water is
The jacket was charged at the factory with recommended.
the proper amount of treated water. You may
need to restore the water to its proper level, b. Hang a strip of pH test paper on the rim
either because water was lost as steam of the container, with about 1 inch of the
during venting or because treated water was strip below the surface of the water.
lost by draining.
c. Measure the water treatment compound
a. If you are replacing water lost as steam, (Groen part number 110324) you will be
use distilled water. If you are replacing using. (One way to do this is to add the
treated water that ran out of the jacket, compound from a measuring cup.)
prepare more treated water as directed
in step 4, ìWater Treatment Procedure.î d. Stir the water continuously, while you
slowly add water treatment compound,
CAUTION until the water reaches a pH between
BEFORE ATTEMPTING STEP [3b] VERIFY 10.5 and 11.5. Judge the pH by
THAT THE PRESSURE GAUGE SHOWS frequently comparing the color of the test
ZERO OR A VACUUM. IF THE GAUGE strip with the color chart provided in the
pH test kit. If you have difficult matching
SHOWS A READING HIGHER THAN ZERO
colors, use an electro-analytical device to
PSIG, RELIEVE T HE P RESSURE BY
check, or ask another person to help you.
CAREFULLY PULLING THE SAFETY VALVE
RING.
e. Record the exact amounts of water and
treatment compound used. These
amounts may be used again, if the same
b. Allow the kettle to cool completely. Turn sources of water and compound are
the elbow on the safety valve employed to refill the jacket in the future.
counterclockwise (to avoid thread However, it is advisable to check the pH
damage) until the opening of the elbow every time treated water is prepared.
faces upward.

c. Open the safety valve and pour the water

or treated water in at the elbow until the
water level rises to a point between the
marks on the gauge glass.

CAUTION
BEFORE YOU HEAT THE KETTLE FOR ANY
PURPOSE, TURN THE ELBOW CLOCKWISE
UNT IL T HE OPENING AGAIN FACES
DOWNWARD.

d. Air introduced to the jacket during the

filling operation must be removed to
obtain efficient heating. See ìJacket
Vacuumî on page 12.

4. Water Treatment Procedure

WARNING
TO AVOID INJURY, READ AND FOLLOW
ALL PRECAUTIONS STATED ON T HE
LABEL OF THE WAT ER T REAT M ENT
COMPOUND.

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 Troubleshooting
Your Groen kettle will operate smoothly and efficiently if properly maintained. However, the following is a list
of checks to make in the event of a problem. Wiring diagrams are furnished inside the service panel. Items
marked with an should only be performed by a qualified Groen Service Representative.
USE OF ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED BY GROEN OR THEIR
AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS CAN CAUSE INJURY TO THE OPERATOR AND DAMAGE TO THE
EQUIPMENT AND WILL VOID ALL WARRANTIES.
SYMPTOM WHO WHAT TO CHECK
Items marked with ( ) should only by done by a factory-authorized service rep.

Kettle will not heat, and heating User a. Electric power supply to the unit.
indicator will not come on. b. Water level in jacket.
Auth c. Control circuit fuses. Replace a blown fuse only with a
Service fuse of the same AMP rating.
Rep. Only d. For loose or broken wires.
e. Tilt cut-off switch.
f. That pressure switch is open.
g. Operation of variable thermostat.
h. Low water cutoff.
Kettle will not heat, but heating Auth a. Contactor.
indicator comes on. Service b. Heater elements with ohmmeter for ground short or
Rep. Only open element. If element is defective, call Groen.
Kettle continues heating after it User a. Thermostat dial setting.
reaches the desired
temperature Auth b. Thermostat circuit for short.
Service c. Thermostat operation. The thermostat should click when
Rep. Only the dial is rotated above and below the setting for the
temperature of the kettle.
d. Contactor, to determine whether it is energized or
stuck.
Kettle stops heating before it User a. Thermostat dial setting.
reaches the desired
temperature. Auth b. Thermostat calibration.
Service c. Thermostat operation. The thermostat should click when
Rep. Only the dial is rotated above and below the setting for the
temperature of the kettle.
d. Pressure switch setting.
Kettle heats slowly User a. For air in the jacket. See “Jacket Vacuum” in the
“Maintenance” section of this manual.
Auth b. Heater elements with ohmmeter for ground short or
Service open element. If an element is defective, call Groen.
Rep. Only c. Voltage of main power source.
Safety valve pops. User a. For air in the jacket. See “Jacket Vacuum” in the
“Maintenance” section of this manual.
Auth b. Pressure switch setting.
Service c. Thermostat operation. Thermostat should click when
Rep. Only the dial is rotated above and below the setting for the
temperature of the kettle.
d. Safety valve. If the valve pops at pressures below 49
PSI, replace it.
e. Contactor, to determine whether it is de-energized.

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11

10

5
4
2

3 1

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14

8
15

9 12

20
18,19
13 17

23

24

22

21

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To order parts, contact your Groen Authorized Service Agent. Supply the model designation, serial
number, part description, part number, quantity, and when applicable, voltage and phase.

Key Description Part No.

1 Water Fill Assembly 096914
2 Safety Valve 097005
3 Check Valve 096915
4 Pressure Gauge 084208
5 Knob 012691
6 Handle & Ball Knob Assembly 012695
7 Kettle Body Assembly MS2978
8 Glass Water Level 008742
9 Knob Thermostat 002868
10 Base and Pedestal Assembly 131883
11 Light, Red 016028
12 Pedestal Weldment 096929
13 Electrical Mount Assembly 131887
14 Tilt Switch 002982
15 Contactor 009178
16 Ground Terminal 002863
17 Terminal Block 003887
18 Fuse Holder 002944
19 Fuse, 3 Amp 002945
20 Water Level Board 096925
21 Thermostat, High 004588
22 Thermostat 012313
23 Water Level Probe 096959
24 Element 011094
 Cover Element Housing 002915
 Cover, Side Pedestal 131982
 Cover, Top Pedestal 131886
 Overlay Operating Instructions 135735
 Harness, Wire 148534

 — Item not depicted/called out in drawing or photograph.

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KLENZADE SALES
SALES CENTER
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ECOLAB. Inc.
ECOLAB. Inc.
370
370 Wabasha
Wabasha
St.
St. Paul,
Paul, Minnesota
Minnesota 55102
55102
800/352-5326
800/352-5326 or or 612/293-2233
612/293-2233

NATIONAL
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60 Battery March Park
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Massachusetts 02269
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333 Pfingsten Road
333 Pfingsten Road
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 Service Log
Model No. ________________________ Purchased From ___________________
Serial No. _______________________ Location _________________________
Date Purchased ___________________ Date Installed _____________________
Purchase Order No. ________________ For Service Call ___________________

Date Maintenance Performed Performed by

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Limited Warranty
To Commercial Purchasers *

(Domestic U.S., Hawaii &

Canadian Sales Only)

Groen Foodservice Equipment ("Groen Equipment") has been skillfully manufactured, carefully inspected
and packaged to meet rigid standards of excellence. Groen warrants its Equipment to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for (12) twelve months with the following conditions and subject to the following
limitations.

I. This parts and labor warranty is limited to Groen Equipment sold to the original commercial
purchaser/users (but not original equipment manufacturers), at its original place of
installation in the continental United States, Hawaii and Canada.
II. Damage during shipment is to be reported to the carrier, is not covered under this
warranty, and is the sole responsibility of purchaser/user.
III. Groen, or an authorized service representative, will repair or replace, at Groen's sole
election, any Groen Equipment, including but not limited to, drawoff valves, safety valves,
gas and electric components, found to be defective during the warranty period. As to
warranty service in the territory described above, Groen will absorb labor and portal to
portal transportation costs (time & mileage) for the first twelve (12) months from date of
installation or fifteen (15) months from date of shipment from Groen.
IV. This warranty does not cover boiler maintenance, calibration, periodic adjustments as
specified in operating instructions or manuals, and consumable parts such as scraper
blades, gaskets, packing, etc., or labor costs incurred for removal of adjacent equipment or
objects to gain access to Groen Equipment. This warranty does not cover defects caused
by improper installation, abuse, careless operation, or improper maintenance of equipment.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by poor water quality or improper boiler
maintenance.
V. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
E X P RE S S E D O R IM PLIED, INCLUDING ANY IM PLIED WARRANT Y O F
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EACH OF WHICH
IS HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. THE REMEDIES DESCRIBED ABOVE ARE
EXCLUSIVE AND IN NO EVENT SHALL GROEN BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR T HE BREACH OR DELAY IN
PERFORMANCE OF THIS WARRANTY.
VI. Groen Equipment is for commercial use only. If sold as a component of another (O.E.M.)
manufacturer's equipment, or if used as a consumer product, such Equipment is sold AS IS
and without any warranty.

* (Covers All Foodservice Equipment Ordered After October 1, 1995)

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