Southbend SGS-24E User Manual

MANUAL 1182629 REV 2
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COUNTER GRIDDLE
MANUAL SECTION BR
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Counter Griddle
Model Numbers
SGS-24 SGS-24E
SGS-36 SGS-36E
SGS-48 SGS-48E
SGS-60 SGS-60E
Model SGS-48 Shown
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Southbend SGS-24E Specifications

General

Model	SGS-24E
Category	Griddle
Type	Gas Griddle
Width	24 inches
Cooking Surface	24 x 20 inches
Power	30, 000 BTU
Control Type	Manual
Material	Stainless Steel
Gas Type	Natural Gas or Propane
BTU	30, 000 BTU

Summary

Specifications

Gas Supply Requirements

Details on gas type, pressure, and supply line requirements for safe operation.

Installation Clearances

Recommended minimum clearances from combustible and non-combustible materials.

Ventilation Guidelines

Installation

Unpacking and Shipping Damage Inspection

Mounting Options Overview

Attaching Safety Restraints for Casters

Connecting the Gas Supply

Step-by-step guide for connecting the gas line, regulator, and leak testing.

Final Checks and Initial Operation Setup

Positioning, leveling, clearance, ventilation checks, and pilot/burner operation.

Operation

Griddle Operation Basics

Lighting the Pilots

Step-by-step guide to light pilot flames for burner ignition.

Shutdown Procedures

Adjustments

Manifold Gas Pressure Check

Procedure to verify manifold gas pressure using a manometer.

Pilot Flame Adjustment

Burner Flame Adjustment

Thermostat Calibration

Procedure to calibrate thermostatic valves for accurate temperature control.

Gas Type Conversion

Troubleshooting

Common Griddle Issues and Solutions

Identifies common problems like no heat, carbon deposits, and pilot issues with causes.