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oastmaster
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AM2
AM24SS and AM36SS
™ Griddles
OWNER'S OPERATING
& INSTALLATION
MANUAL
®
Toastmaster
A Middleby Company
Part No. 37813
Price $15.00
P Apr. 98 Rev B
Middleby Cooking Systems Group • 1400 Toastmaster Drive • Elgin, IL 60120 • (847)741-3300 • FAX (847)741-4406
WARNING: IN CASE OF FIRE
Disconnect the griddle from its power source IMMEDIATELY. Shutting down the electrical
heating elements allows the unit to cool, making it easier to put out the fire.
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE
OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS
IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE
CAUTION
Use only a fire extinguisher filled with CO2, which is suitable for electrically powered
equipment. Do NOT attempt to fight a grease fire by aiming the nozzle of the fire extinguisher
directly at the burning grease. The force will cause the burning grease to be sprayed to
adjoining equipment, making it difficult to contain the fire.
CAUTION
Using any parts other than genuine Toastmaster factory parts relieves
the manufacturer of all liability.
IMPORTANT
Toastmaster (manufacturer) reserves the right to change specifications and product design
without notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes,
improvements, additions or replacements for previously purchased equipment.
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
This manual provides detailed information for installation and operation of your Accu-Miser griddle. It
also contains information to assist the operator in diagnosing problems in the event of a malfunction.
This manual is an important tool for the operator and should be kept readily available.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1
DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................................................... 1
A. Features.............................................................................................................................................1
B. Component Location..........................................................................................................................1
C. Specifications.....................................................................................................................................2
D. Electrical Specifications..................................................................................................................... 2
E. Dimensional Drawings....................................................................................................................... 3
SECTION 2
INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................................................. 5
A. Shipping Damage Inspection.............................................................................................................5
B. Unpacking the Griddle....................................................................................................................... 5
C. Installation..........................................................................................................................................5
D. Electrical Connection......................................................................................................................... 6
E. Initial Cleaning................................................................................................................................... 6
F. Testing the Installation....................................................................................................................... 6
SECTION 3
OPERATION...................................................................................................................................................7
A. Controls..............................................................................................................................................7
B. Seasoning the Griddle....................................................................................................................... 7
C. Operating Hints and Safety................................................................................................................7
D. Daily Operation and Maintenance......................................................................................................8
E. Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................. 9
SECTION 4
WIRING DIAGRAMS......................................................................................................................................10
A. Wiring Diagram -AM24SS.................................................................................................................10
B. Wiring Diagram -AM36SS.................................................................................................................11
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SECTION 1
DESCRIPTION
A. Features
Models:
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AM24SS, 24” (610mm) wide, two 12” (305mm) infrared heat panels
AM36SS, 36” (914mm) wide, three 12” (305mm) infrared heat panels
Accu-Miser Series SS griddles are:
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Electrically heated by infrared emitter panels
Temperature-controlled by solid-state thermostat
Counter-top mounted
The Accu-Miser griddle employs infrared cooking technology. Infrared heat panels are located below the
griddle plate. Each panel is 12” (305mm) in width, and provides uniform heat distribution across its surface.
A thermostatic solid-state controller for each panel accurately maintains the set griddle cooking temperatures
for consistent and repeatable results. Each thermostat has a range of 150°F (83°C) to 450°F (232°C).
The individual controls and thermostat allow independent temperature settings for each panel. This feature
divides the griddle plate into 12” (305mm)-wide zones that can cook different food products simultaneously.
B. Component Location
Splash Guard
Grease Chute
(rear)
Griddle
Plate
Grease Chute
(front)
Grease Trough
(rear)
Grease Trough
(front)
Thermostat Control
Knob
Heating Indicator
Light
Spacer bracket (2)
On/Off Switch
Grease Drawer
4” (102mm) legs (4)
(countertop griddles only)
(AM24SS shown)
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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION
C. Specifications
Griddle plate dimensions
Overall dimensions
AM24SS
AM36SS
24” (610mm) D x 23-7/8” (606mm) W
24” (610mm) D x 35-7/8” (911mm) W
AM24SS
AM36SS
32-1/8” (816mm) D x 24” (610mm) W x 17-7/8” (454mm) H
32-1/8” (816mm) D x 36” (914mm) W x 17-7/8” (454mm) H
Overall weight
AM24SS
AM36SS
170 lbs. (77.2kg)
244 lbs. (110.8kg)
Shipping dimensions
Shipping weight
AM24SS
AM36SS
33” (838mm) D x 29” (737mm) W x 18” (457mm) H
33” (838mm) D x 40” (1016mm) W x 17” (432mm) H
AM24SS
AM36SS
177 lbs. (80.4kg)
254 lbs. (115.3kg)
Outer body steel
All
All
Front: 16-gauge stainless steel
Sides: 20-gauge stainless steel
Griddle
3/8” (9.5mm) thick, uniform heat distribution design
Grease trough
AM24SS
AM36SS
3-1/2” (89mm) D (front-to-back) x 23-7/8” (606mm) W, front and rear
3-1/2” (89mm) D (front-to-back) x 35-7/8” (911mm) W, front and rear
Heat source
All
All
One infrared heat emitter panel per 12” (305mm) of griddle width
150°F (83°C) to 450°F (232°C)
Allowable temperature range
D. Electrical Specifications
IMPORTANT
CONSULT ALL APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND LOCAL CODES BEFORE CONNECTING THE GRIDDLE TO
ITS ELECTRICAL POWER SOURCE.
Loading kW/phase
Y-Z
Nominal current/line wire
Model
Voltage
kW rating
X-Y
X-Z
X
Y
Z
Pwr. cord length
Plug type
AM24SS
208V
240V
6.2kW
6.2kW
3.1kW 3.1kW
3.1kW 3.1kW
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15.0A
13.0A
26.0A 15.0A
22.5A 13.0A
6’ (1829mm)
6’ (1829mm)
NEMA 15-50P
NEMA 15-50P
AM36SS
208V
240V
9.4kW
9.4kW
3.1kW 3.1kW 3.1kW
3.1kW 3.1kW 3.1kW
26.0A
22.5A
26.0A 26.0A
22.5A 22.5A
6’ (1829mm)
6’ (1829mm)
NEMA 15-50P
NEMA 15-50P
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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION
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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION
NOTES
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SECTION 2
INSTALLATION
A. Shipping Damage Inspection
C. Installation
IMPORTANT
NOTE
IT IS THE CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO
REPORT ANY CONCEALED OR NON-
CONCEALED DAMAGE TO THE FREIGHT
COMPANY.
IF INSTALLING THE GRIDDLE ON A STAND,
CONSULT THE STAND INSTRUCTIONS FOR
THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. ENSURE
THAT THE LOCATION OF THE STAND ALLOWS
SUFFICIENT CLEARANCE FOR THE GRIDDLE,
AS SHOWN IN THE DIAGRAM BELOW. THEN,
PROCEED TO STEP D, ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION.
1. All shipping containers should be examined
for damage before and during unloading. This
equipment was carefully inspected and
packaged at the factory. The freight carrier
has assumed responsibility for its safe transit
and delivery. If the equipment is received in a
damaged condition, either apparent or
concealed, a claim must be made with the
delivering carrier.
IF INSTALLING THE GRIDDLE ON A
COUNTERTOP, PROCEED WITH THE
INSTRUCTIONS BELOW.
1. Installing the Spacer Brackets and Legs
a. Check that the griddle is still upside-down
from unpacking.
2. Apparent Damage or Loss - If the damage or
loss is apparent, it must be noted on the freight
bill or on the express receipt at the time of
delivery, and must be signed by the carrier’s
agent (the driver). If this is not done, the carrier
may refuse the claim. The carrier will supply
any necessary claim forms.
b. Place the two spacer brackets along the
side edges of the bottom plate of theAccu-
Miser. The holes in the brackets should
align with the weldnuts on the bottom
plate. The flanged edge of the brackets
should face the outside of the griddle, with
the flange itself facing up.
3. Concealed Damage or Loss - If damage or
loss is NOT apparent until after the equipment
is unpacked, a request for inspection of the
concealed damage must be made with the
carrier within 15 days. The carrier will make
an inspection and will supply necessary claim
forms. Be certain to retain all contents plus
external and internal packing materials for
inspection.
c. Locate the four 4” adjustable legs and
thread them into the weldnuts on the leg
mounting plates. This holds the two
spacer brackets in place. Tighten the legs
until they are secure against the spacer
brackets.
2. Leveling the Griddle
B. Unpacking
a. Carefully lift the griddle onto its legs, and
place it on the counter in its permanent
position.
The griddle is delivered in a carton that is fastened
to a wooden shipping pallet.
b. Check that the proposed location for the
griddle provides sufficient clearance, as
shown in the diagram below. If not enough
clearance is provided, relocate the griddle
as necessary.
WARNING
USE CAUTION WHEN CUTTING THE
BANDING STRAPS. WHEN CUT, THE
STRAPS MAY SNAP AWAY FROM THE
CARTON.
Minimum External Clearances
1. Cut the banding straps that hold the carton in
place. Lift the carton up, and remove it from
over the griddle.
2. Carefully turn the pallet - with the griddle still
mounted atop it - upside-down. Remove the
bolts that fasten the pallet to the griddle.
3. Remove the pallet from the griddle.
4. Retain all shipping materials until it is certain
that the griddle has not suffered concealed
shipping damage.
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SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION
c. Level the griddle using a carpenter’s level.
1. The surface of the griddle plate is coated with
a rust-preventive material to protect it during
shipment. Clean this material from the griddle
plate with a non-flammable grease solvent.
Then, rotate the “foot” (hexagonal) portion
of the legs to adjust the griddle to a level
position.
d. Ensure that the griddle is level from front-
to-back and from side-to-side.
2. Wash the griddle with warm water and a mild
detergent.
3. Rinse with a damp cloth, then wipe the griddle
dry.
D. Electrical Connection
4. Ensure that the griddle is completely dry before
restoring electrical power to the unit.
All Accu-Miser Series SS griddles come factory-
equipped with a power cord and plug. The chart
below shows the plug type for each griddle model.
F. Testing the Installation
Model
Plug type
AM24SS NEMA 15-50P
AM36SS NEMA 15-50P
IMPORTANT
BEFORE TESTING THE INSTALLATION,
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE ACCU-
MISER OPERATING CONTROLS (SECTION 3A).
IMPORTANT
THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO THE
ACCU-MISER REQUIRESACIRCUIT BREAKER/
1. Ensure that the initial cleaning of the griddle
has been performed, as outlined in Step E
above.
FUSED DISCONNECT.
THE REQUIRED
RATING OF THE BREAKER VARIES
ACCORDING TO THE MODEL OF GRIDDLE
BEING INSTALLED. REFER TO THE GRIDDLE’S
DATA PLATE, AND TO THE ELECTRICAL
SPECIFICATIONS TABLE (PAGE 2).
2. Turn all rocker ON/OFF switches to the OFF
position.
3. Rotate all thermostat control knobs
counterclockwise to their lowest temperature
setting.
CONSULT ALL APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND
LOCAL CODES FOR FURTHER ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS.
4. Switch on the circuit breaker/fused disconnect.
1. Before proceeding with the electrical
connections, check the following:
5. Perform the following steps for each set of
controls (2 sets for AM24SS, 3 sets for
AM36SS). If any of these tests fail, contact
your Authorized Service Agent.
a. Check that the supply wire size is
adequate.
b. Check that the circuit breaker/fused
disconnect is present, and of the correct
rating.
a. Switch the rocker ON/OFF switch to the
ON position.
b. Rotate the thermostat control knob
clockwise to a setting of 200°F (93°C).
If necessary, refer to the griddle’s data plate and
to the Electrical Specifications table (Page 2).
c. Check that the heating indicator light
located beneath the thermostat control
knob illuminates.
WARNING
ENSURE THAT THE CIRCUIT
BREAKER/FUSED DISCONNECT IS IN
THE “OFF” POSITION BEFORE
PROCEEDING.
d. Wait for a few minutes; then, check that
the zone of the griddle plate that
corresponds to the controls has begun to
heat.
2. Insert the power cord plug into its receptacle.
e. Wait for a few minutes to check that the
heating indicator light turns off, showing
that the zone has reached the proper
temperature.
E. Initial Cleaning
WARNING
ENSURE THAT ELECTRICAL POWER
TO THE GRIDDLE HAS BEEN
DISCONNECTED BEFORE CLEANING
THE UNIT.
f. Rotate the thermostat control knob back
to its lowest setting. Switch the rocker ON/
OFF switch to OFF.
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SECTION 3
OPERATION
A. Controls
WARNING
NEVER TOUCH AN OPERATING
GRIDDLE. ALWAYS WAIT UNTIL ALL
ON/OFF SWITCHES HAVE BEEN SET
TO “OFF” FOR AT LEAST 30 MINUTES.
This section provides a basic description of the
location and function of the griddle operating
controls (all located on the control panel). Refer to
the diagram below.
4. Turn all Thermostat Control Knobs to 0 (off).
Switch the On/Off Switches to “Off.”
1. Thermostat Control Knob: Adjusts the
correspondinggriddlezonetonewtemperature
requirements.Themaximumsetpointis450°F
(232°C), and the minimum is 150°F (65°C).
5. Wait at least 30 minutes for the griddle to cool,
then wipe off the excess oil with clean cloths.
6. Switch the On/Off Switches to “On.” Set the
Thermostat Control Knobs to 350°F (175°C).
2. HeatingIndicatorLight: Eachheatingindicator
lightisilluminatedwheneverthecorresponding
griddle zone is calling for heat. The light turns
off when the griddle section has reached the
temperaturesetonthethermostatcontrolknob.
7. Repeat Steps 1, 3, 4, and 5. This completes
the griddle “seasoning.”
8. Switch the On/Off Switches to “On.” Set the
Thermostat Control Knobs to the proper
temperature setting(s) for the type of food to
be cooked. After the Heating Indicator Lights
turn off, the griddle is ready for use.
3. On/OffSwitch: Turnsthecorrespondinggriddle
zone on and off.
C. Operating Hints and Safety
Griddle Operating Controls
Althoughthefinestmaterials,engineeringplanning,
andmanufacturingfacilitieshaveprovidedforsafe
and trouble-free operation, only proper use and
maintenancewillassurepersonnelsafetyandlong
life for your Accu-Miser griddle. The following are
a few precautions and operating suggestions for
use of the griddle.
1. Disconnectpowertothegriddleatthebreaker/
fused disconnect at the end of each day of
operation.
Thermostat Control
Knob
2. NEVER leave the griddle in operation without
an attendant.
3. NEVERoperatethegriddlewithoutthegrease
drawer FULLY in place.
Heating Indicator
Light
4. Turn the thermostat control knobs down to a
“standby” temperature of 200°F (93°C) during
idle periods. Leaving the griddle to idle at high
tempertures can cause food particles and
grease film to carbonize. It takes only a few
minutes to regain operating temperatures.
On/Off Switch
B. Seasoning the Griddle
5. Do not heat the entire griddle for cooking small
amounts of food. Any zones not required for
cooking can be left at the “standby”
temperature.
1. Spread a light film of unsalted cooking oil over
the entire griddle surface with a soft cloth.
2. Set all Thermostat Control Knobs to 300°F
(149°C).
6. Various kinds of food can be cooked at the
same time by setting each zone of the griddle
to a different temperature.
3. Allow the griddle to operate for at least two
minutes. This allows the oil to work into the pores
of the metal, forming a smooth coating over the
exterior surface of the griddle. Use a spatula to
spread the oil, if necessary.
7. Use a spatula to push excess grease into the
grease troughs after each load of food is
cooked.Thisreducessmokingandcarbonizing
of hot grease.
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SECTION 3 - OPERATION
D. Daily Operation And Maintenance
Daily Pre-Operation
2. Cleaning the exterior
1. Season the griddle before operation daily as
a. Wipe down the sides of the griddle, and all
areas around the griddle, with a damp
towel to remove accumulated splashed
grease.
described in Step B, Seasoning the Griddle.
2. Alwaysallow15minutesofpreheattimebefore
loadingthegriddlewithfood. Thiswillallowthe
griddle surface to be saturated with heat.
Failure to allow sufficient preheat time will
result in unsatisfactory cooking of the first
load.
b. Remove any remaining grease with warm
water and a mild detergent. DO NOT
apply enough liquid to stand in place on
the unit.
c. Wipe the griddle dry with a clean towel.
Ensure that all visible moisture has been
removed.
Daily Post-Operation
Cleaning the griddle on a daily basis, as outlined
below, greatly lessens the formation of hard-to-
remove grease stains that can affect food quality.
d. Polish the griddle with a dry, soft cloth.
3. Cleaning the grease drawer, chutes, and
troughs
WARNING
DISCONNECTELECTRICALPOWERAT
THE BREAKER/FUSED DISCONNECT
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CLEAN THE
ACCU-MISER.
a. Empty the grease drawer as often as
necessary, but it MUST be emptied at the
end of each day of operation, or at the end
of each shift.
WARNING
Washoutthegreasedrawerwithhotwater
and a mild detergent. Wipe it dry and
replace it in the griddle.
WHEN CLEANING THE ACCU-MISER,
NEVER ALLOW WATER TO STAND IN
PLACE ON THE UNIT. EXCESSIVE
MOISTURE INSIDE THE UNIT WILL
CAUSE A SEVERE ELECTRICAL
HAZARD, AND MAY OTHERWISE
DAMAGE THE GRIDDLE.
b. Attheendofeachshiftordayofoperation,
thoroughly clean the grease troughs and
grease chutes.
1. Cleaning the Griddle Surface
a. To provide evenly cooked and perfectly
browned foods, keep the griddle surface
free of carbonized grease. Carbonized
grease on the griddle surface hinders the
transfer of heat from the griddle surface to
the food. This results in spotty browning,
and a loss of cooking efficiency.
Carbonized grease also tends to cling to
the griddled foods, giving them a highly
unsatisfactory and unappetizing
appearance.
b. Clean the surface of the griddle plate with
a pumice or griddle stone by rubbing with
the grain of the metal while the griddle
surface is still warm.
c. Wipe the griddle clean of residue from the
griddle stone.
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SECTION 3 - OPERATION
E. Troubleshooting
Problem
Action
Griddle is not heating.
1. Check that the breaker/fused disconnect is in the ON position.
Griddle zone is not heating.
1. Check that the corresponding rocker switch is turned on.
2. Check that the thermostat is set to the proper temperature.
If problems persist, contact your local Authorized Service Agent.
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SECTION 4
WIRING DIAGRAMS
A. Wiring Diagram - AM24SS
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SECTION 4 - WIRING DIAGRAMS
B. Wiring Diagram - AM36SS
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For more information on the complete
line of Toastmaster products, contact
yourFoodServiceEquipmentDealer, or
write to us at the address below.
A Middleby Company
Middleby Corp 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-238-8444
Toastmaster
1400 Toastmaster Drive
Elgin, IL 60120
(847)741-3300
FAX (847)741-4406
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