Part # 1382684 (01/08) Page 93 When the pilot is lit, continue to hold the tap fully in for20 seconds, then release it IF the pilot goes out, wait forfive (5) minutes, and then repeat from step 14 When the pilot is established, push the tap in again andturn it counter-clockwise to the full flame position “ ”thus lighting the main burner5 For low flame or simmer, push the tap in and turn itcounter-clockwise to the low flame “ ” position6 To shut the burner off, turn the dial to the “ ” symbol andthe safety device will disengage within 60 secondsShut Down1 Turn all valves to the “OFF” position by rotating the knobclockwise 1/4 turn2 If the unit is to be shut down for an extended period oftime, close the inline gas valveAll ModelsBurner IgnitionWhen ignition has been accomplished, a blue flame willcover the surface of the ceramics for 10-15 seconds This hazewill disappear and the burner rod will glow red After theburners have operated for several minutes turn the valve to“MIN” The burner rods will no longer glow red and the flametravels back and forth on the face of the burner ceramicsMain burner AdjustmentsAll Salamander are provided with a fixed burner orifice toprovide 20,000 BTU/Hr at the “MAX” setting on natural gassupplied at 6 0” W/C pressure and 20,000 BTU/Hr at the “MAX”setting on propane gas supplied at 10 0” W/CThe “MIN” setting is adjustable and should be set as follows:1 Set the burner valve knob to “MIN”2 Insert a thin bladed screwdriver into the valve stemto engage the slot inside the stem Turn Clockwise todecrease the rate and counter clock-wise to increaseProper adjustment is attained at the point where the burnerrods no longer glow and the flame travels back and forth onthe face of the ceramicsOPERATION continuedThis adjustment has been factory pre-set however, withchanging pressures this adjustment and pilot adjustmentmay need re-done after installation This is not considered amanufacturing defect and is not warrantableBurn off PeriodMany parts used in the manufacturing of commercialequipment have a thin protective coating of machine oil Thisoil should be burned off before the equipment is used forfood preparationAfter all start-up and safety checks have been completed,turn the burner valve to the “MAX” position A Smoke (abluish haze) will be produced This process can take severalhours and can be completed over a few daysOperating Suggestions1 Clean the racks as soon as possible after cooking withtomato or vinegar based products that have a high acidcontent These foods can cause pitting of the rack surface2 Allow the salamander to preheat before adding product3 Drain and clean the drip tray frequently Excessive oildrain off in the pan can cause spilloverEnergy ConservationDo not waste energy by leaving controls at high temperaturesettings during idle periods Lower setting will keep broilerwarm and ready got the next use period Reset burner valveknob as required for heavy load periodsSafety PrecautionsIt is the responsibility of the supervisor or equivalentperson to ensure that users of this equipment wear suitableprotective clothing and to draw attention to the fact thatsome parts will by necessity become very hot and will causeburns if touched accidentallyFor your safety never place any type of object on top of thesalamander broiler The top of the broiler will exceed 1000°FIt could cause severe burns and/or file and also obstructventilation