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INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL FOR
Cheesemelters
MODELS MLS
VCM24 ML-135124
VCM34 ML-135123
VCM36 ML-135126
VCM48
ML-135127
VCM60 ML-135128
VCM72 ML-135129
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MODELS MLS
CMJ24 ML-135124
CMJ34 ML-135123
CMJ36 ML-135126
CMJ48 ML-135127
CMJ60
ML-135128
CMJ72 ML-135129
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ITW Food Equipment Group, LLC
FORM F-36954 (06-06)
An Illinois Tool Works Company
701 South Ridge Avenue, Troy, OH 45374
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IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED. THIS INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER. IMPORTANT IN THE EVENT A GAS ODOR IS DETECTED, SHUT DOWN UNITS AT MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE AND CONTACT THE LO
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF CHEESEMELTERS GENERAL Cheesemelters are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance of your Cheesemelter will result in many years of satisfactory performance. Model Number of Burners BTU/hr Input Rating VCM24, CMJ24 1 18,000 VCM34, CMJ34 1 24,000 VCM36, CMJ36 1 24,000 VCM48, CMJ48 2 18,000 VCM60, CMJ60 2 18,000 & 24,000 VCM72, CMJ72 2 24,000 INSTALLATION Before installing, verify that the type of g
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The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation. While another gas-fired cheesemelter can be placed adjacent to this Cheesemelter, there must be no obstruction to the front of the Cheesemelter. A minimum front clearance of 36" (91 cm) is required. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Adequate clearance for air openings into the combustion chamber must be provided. Make sure there is an adequate supply of air in the room to
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Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 1. Remove existing rear shelf and install the reinforced high shelf. 2. Install mounting brackets on both top corners of reinforced shelf, using the four bolts provided. 3. Place and align Cheesemelter on top of brackets; place the back of the unit flush with the rear of the shelf. 4. Using a #19 drill bit, drill from below through the four holes provided on the mounting bracket into the base of the unit. 5. Drive four #10-24 self-tapping screws (pro
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GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR INSTALLATION Gas regulator pressure is preset at 5” Water Column (W.C.) for natural gas, and 10” W.C. for propane gas. No further adjustment should be required. Install the regulator as close to the cheesemelter on the gas supply line as possible. Make sure that the arrow on the underside of the regulator is oriented in the direction of gas flow to the cheesemelter (Fig. 2) and the regulator is positioned with the vent plug and adjustment screw upright (Fig. 3).
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OPERATION WARNING: THE CHEESEMELTER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. BE CAREFUL WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE CHEESEMELTER. CONTROLS Burner Valve — the burner valve regulates the flow of gas throughout the Cheesemelter. Gas flow is increased by turning the valve counterclockwise. After preheating, the maximum output is not required. Turn the valve clockwise until the desired performance is achieved. Sliding Shelves (Rack) — there are three rack positions. Place the shelf on the r
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LOADING AND UNLOADING Place the rack in the desired position. Pull the rack out for loading. Load as quickly as possible and avoid spillage. Push the rack into place and cook for the appropriate time. Lower and pull the rack out for unloading. CLEANING Interior When the Cheesemelter is cool, remove rack. Clean the rack and drip tray daily by soaking in warm detergent water. Scrub with a stiff-bristled brush. Do not use harsh abrasives. After scrubbing, wash with soapy water, ri
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES 1. Temperature too low Uneven heating 2. Improper operation of Cheesemelter Side burning 3. Fluctuating gas pressure 1. Temperature too high 2. Improper ventilation Too much top heat 3. Excessive heat input 4. Pressure too high, or orifice(s) too large Uneven heat, side to 1. Cheesemelter not level, side to side side 2. Cheesemelter burner improperly installed Uneven heat, front to Cheesemelter not level, front to back back 1.
