Southbend KELT-20 Tilting Electric Kettle
Standard Construction Specifications
- Shall be a Southbend Steam model KELT-20, KELT-25, KELT-30, KELT-40, KELT-60, KELT-80 or KELT-100, self-generating, electric tilting kettle.
- A double wall kettle interior shall form a steam jacket around the lower 2/3 of the kettle.
- The jacket enclosure shall contain distilled water which is factory sealed.
- The bottom of the kettle shall be of hemispherical design for superior heat circulation.
- The console shall be drip proof, stainless steel clad and shall be supported on all welded, 1-5/8” (41 mm) diameter stainless steel pipe frame and legs fitted with 4 hole adjustable flanged feet for securing to floor.
- The kettle shall pivot on a trunnion connected to the tilt mechanism and the out-bore bearing connected to the frame and shall permit the kettle to tilt forward a full 90° for complete emptying.
- The tilt mechanism shall be self locking for positive stop action.
- Construction shall be all welded #4 finish stainless steel, type 304.
- The interior liner shall be standard stainless steel type 316 for high acid content cooking.
- The controls shall be integrally mounted and shall include a power switch, thermostat, pilot light, low water light, vacuum/pressure gauge, safety relief valve, and low water shut off.
- Faucet bracket standard.
- The kettle shall be standard with removable elements.
- The kettle shall operate in a temperature range of 165°F to 285°F (74°C to 140°C) at a maximum pressure of 50 psi (345kPa).
From The Manufacturer
Tilting Kettle, electric, 20 gallon capacity, 2/3 jacket, thermostatic control, crank tilt with self-locking positive stop, faucet bracket, 316 stainless steel interior liner, 304 stainless steel exterior, console & tri-leg base, 12.0kW, cCSAus, NSF
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