TM 10-7310-282-10
0003 00
Tabletop Steam Kettle
Capacity .............................................................................................................................. 6 US gal (22.7 I)
Total Width ............................................................................................................................ 12 in (30.5 cm)
Front to Back ......................................................................................................................... 18 in (45.7 cm)
Pour Path ................................................................................................................................ 6 in (15.2 cm)
Electrical Requirements ..........................................................................208-240VAC, 60 Hz, 1 or 3 phase
When the operator starts up the kettle by first turning the ON/OFF switch (1) (if fitted) to ON, and then
turning the operating thermostat dial (2) from "OFF" to a desired setting, the thermostat switch closes.
This lights up the heating indicator light (3) and causes the contactors to close, allowing power to flow to
the heating elements. When the temperature of the steam jacket reaches the temperature set at the dial,
the thermostat switch opens. This turns off the heating indicator light and opens the contactors, cutting
power to the heating elements.
When the kettle cools below the set point, the thermostat switch closes, the heating indicator light comes
on, the contactors close, and the heating elements come on again. On-off cycling continues, keeping the
kettle at the set temperature. This is why the heating indicator light cycles on and off during normal
operation.
If steam pressure greater than 30 psi is generated in the jacket, the safety valve will open and relieve the
excess pressure. If the jacket water level gets too low before the heating elements overheat, the high-limit
control will open and shut off power to the elements until the kettle cools.
Setting the operating thermostat dial to "OFF" shuts down all control and heating circuits. On units
equipped with an ON/OFF switch, the switch accomplishes this function.
The kettle is mounted on a pivot (4), and drained by pouring. Some models have a marine lock fitted to
prevent accidental tipping. No cover is fitted.
A safety valve is provided to relieve excess jacket pressure in the event of a malfunction.
