MODEL HGFR GAS-FLAMED ROTISSERIE OVEN MODEL HGFR ML-132055 701 S. RIDGE AVENUE TROY, OHIO 45374-0001 937 332-3000 www.hobartcorp.
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.
CONTENTS GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................4 INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................5 Location ...........................................................................................................................................5 Installation Codes and Standards ......................
Installation, Operation and Care of HGFR GAS-FLAMED ROTISSERIE OVEN SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL The model HGFR Series Gas-Flamed Rotisserie Oven features stainless steel interior and exterior for ease of cleaning. Infrared ceramic gas burners efficiently roast the product. The rotisserie rotates the product on spits as it revolves around the rotisserie oven. The product roasts evenly and self-bastes throughout the cooking process.
INSTALLATION Prior to installation, verify that the electrical service and gas supply (natural) agree with the specifications on the machine data plate located on the right side of the rotisserie oven. LOCATION WARNING: THE ROTISSERIE OVEN SHOULD NOT BE ACCESSIBLE TO THE CUSTOMER; HOT GLASS AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustibles. Maintain clearances from combustible and noncombustible construction of 3" (7.6 cm) at the sides and rear.
ASSEMBLY Carefully remove and inspect all loose parts packed with the rotisserie oven, including the following: Overflow Tube (1) Removable Rear Panel (1) Skim Tube (1) Door Handle Knobs (2) Ceramic Logs (4) Wire Rack (1) Unwrap foot pedal switch and place on floor. Screw the door handle knobs onto the door handle rods and tighten them firmly (Fig. 1). Hang the upper edge of the removable hanging panel from the hanger strip on the rear wall inside the rotisserie (Fig. 2).
Remove the wire rack and install the overflow and skim tubes, wide side down, in the drains at the bottom of the rotisserie (Fig. 4); placement is interchangeable. Replace the wire rack. Remove the drain handle from its shipping location on the drain valve and install it properly on the drain valve stem (Fig. 5). DRAIN VALVE HANDLE OVERFLOW TUBE SKIM TUBE DRAIN VALVE STEM PL-41658-1 Fig. 4 PL-41659-1 Fig.
PLUMBING CONNECTION WARNING: PLUMBING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE SANITARY, SAFETY AND PLUMBING CODES. Water Supply Connection (Fig. 7) The rotisserie oven is equipped with a water bath system in the bottom of the rotisserie oven. It can be connected to the potable water supply at the 1/2" (1.3 cm) NPT supply valve connection. A flexible connection is recommended to allow for rotisserie oven movement. Drain Connection (Fig 8) A 11/2" (3.8 cm) NPT drain connection is also provided.
GAS CONNECTION All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound must be resistant to the action of propane gas. Codes require that a gas shutoff valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the rotisserie oven; use the valve provided. A gas pressure regulator is supplied with the rotisserie oven. Connect the rotisserie oven to a 1" (2.5 cm) gas supply line (Fig. 9). Make sure the pipes are clean and free of obstructions, dirt and piping compound.
OPERATION WARNING: HOT GLASS, GREASE AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE ROTISSERIE. USE CARE WHEN CONTROLS (FIG. 10) CONTROL PANEL FOOT PEDAL SWITCH PL-41692-1 Fig. 10 Foot switch - Press/release to stop/start rotor when Motor switch is on.
Control Panel (Fig. 11) THERMOSTAT TIMER A 300 Burners 400 Show 200 Motor Lights Top Front Top Rear 500 Temperature 572 122 O F BELL INCREASE COOK DECREASE COOK END PL-56352 Fig. 11 Motor switch - Starts the rotisserie turning. Lights switch - Turns the lights on or off. Temperature switch - Must be turned on to allow the Top Front and Top Rear burners to ignite. Thermostat dial - Sets the cook temperature of the rotisserie oven in °F only. Timer Bell button - Minute minder.
SET UP ROTISSERIE OVEN • Cover center shaft in the rotisserie oven with aluminum foil. CAUTION: Do not spray gas burners, ignitors or lights with nonstick product. • Spray noncooking components such as the interior walls, drum surfaces and wire rack with a nonstick product (Fig. 12). DO SPRAY DO NOT SPRAY PL-41709-1 Fig. 12 • Spray spits and accessories with a nonstick product. • Close drain valve handle (Fig. 13). DRAIN VALVE HANDLE WATER VALVE GAS VALVE HANDLE PL-41699-1 PL-41693-1 Fig.
NOTE: If power to rotisserie oven has been interrupted, the time of day must be set, or the rotisserie oven will not operate. and Cook End while using the – and + buttons. • To set the time of day, press and hold Cook • The beeper has three volumes and can be set by pushing and releasing the – and + buttons at the same time. Ensure that the beeper is audible (Fig.15).
• Bring tie to front, holding the wings to the side of the chicken (Fig. 18). • Skewer chicken from the neck to the tail with the angle V-spit (Fig. 19). PL-41697 PL-41696 Fig. 18 • Fig. 19 Ensure that the legs and breasts are on the same flat side of the angle V-spit (Fig. 20). PL-41698 Fig. 20 • The angle V-spit holds five average size chickens (approximately 3.3 lbs [1.5 kg]) (Fig. 21). Continue loading angle V-spits until all seven spits are completed.
LOADING • Insert pointed end of the angle V-spits into left side of rotor, facing the unit (Fig. 23). CAUTION: Do not jam angle V-spit into the square hub. • Insert square end of the angle V-spit in the square hub on the right side of the rotor (Fig. 24). PL-41700 PL-41701 Fig. 23 • Fig. 24 Ensure round end of the angle V-spit drops down so the square end, on the right side, is properly held in place and fully engaged. Repeat for all angle V-spits (Fig. 25). NOTE: Stagger loading.
COOKING NOTE: When cooking partial loads or when using special glazes, cook with one burner on or turn the thermostat to a lower setting. Continuous Cooking - Using the Minute Minder (Fig. 27) THERMOSTAT TIMER A 300 Burners 400 Show 200 Motor Lights Top Front Top Rear 500 Temperature 572 122 O F BELL INCREASE COOK DECREASE PL-56352 COOK END Fig. 27 In continuous mode, top burners stay on until top front and top rear burner switches are manually turned off.
Automatic Mode - Set the Timer (Fig. 29) THERMOSTAT TIMER A 300 Burners 400 Show 200 Motor Lights Top Front Top Rear 500 Temperature 572 122 O F BELL INCREASE COOK DECREASE PL-56352 COOK END Fig. 29 In automatic mode, top burners turn off after programmed cook time expires. When the beeper sounds, the cook time has expired and does not necessarily indicate that product is done. and Cook End NOTE: To cancel an automatic mode, press Cook at the same time. • Press Cook .
UNLOADING WARNING: PRODUCT WILL BE HOT WHEN UNLOADING ACCESSORIES. USE CARE WHEN UNLOADING THE ROTISSERIE OVEN. to turn beeper off. • When beeper sounds, press Bell • Open door. • Step on and hold down the foot switch to stop rotor. • Use a thermometer to check product for doneness (popper can also be an indicator of doneness). Refer to Cooking, pages 16 and 17, to set additional time if needed. • Use insulated gloves and remove the angle V-spits (Fig. 31). • Release foot switch.
• Add water to the drip pan until the grease has flowed into the skim tube and down through the drain connection. – For systems plumbed to water line, turn water valve knob on until grease is removed from the drip pan, then turn water valve knob off (Fig. 33). – For systems not plumbed to water line, manually add water until grease is removed from the drip pan. • Close drain valve. • Remove bucket, if used, and dispose of greasy water.
• Clean the exterior of the rotisserie oven with warm, soapy water and a soft cloth or sponge. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft, clean cloth. NOTE: The bucket may have to be emptied several times. Do not let the bucket overflow, close drain valve when bucket is half full and discard water. • Open drain valve and drain soapy water from drip pan into empty bucket. Rinse with clean water and dry drip pan with a soft cloth. • Place overflow tube, skim tube and wire rack into rotisserie oven.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE. WARNING: HOT GLASS, GREASE AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE ROTISSERIE OVEN. USE CARE WHEN Light bulbs require replacement periodically. Replace with same size and type. MONTHLY To ensure the show burner is operating efficiently, remove ceramic logs and log holder and clean any debris from the burner openings with a paper clip.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Display not illuminated. Rotisserie oven not plugged in. Top burner(s) will not ignite. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Time of day not set. Temperature and burner switch(es) not on. Thermostat not set to 572°F (max.). Main gas valve not open. Pan or other object on top of rotisserie oven, restricting proper airflow. Show burner will not ignite 1. Main gas valve not open. 2. Motor switch not on. 3. Pan or other object on top of rotisserie oven, restricting proper airflow.
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NOTES FORM 34763 (May 2002) – 24 – PRINTED IN U.S.A.
