Anetsberger Brothers GPC14 14 Pasta Pro pasta cooker USER MANUAL

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PASTA COOKER 
 
GPC PASTA PRO 
 
INSTALLATION & USER OPERATION MANUAL 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GPC-18 shown with optional rinse station. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 
 
Anets, Inc  PO Box 501, Concord, NH  03302-0501 
Tel: 603-225-6684  Fax: 603-225-5231
 
L20-345 Rev 3
NOTICE! 
After installation of your equipment, immediately contact your local gas supplier to 
obtain information as to what action to take in the event that the user smells gas. 
This information must be posted in a prominent location. 
WARNING! 
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, 
injury or death. 
Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly 
before installing or servicing this equipment 
FOR YOUR SAFETY! 
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids 
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.  
						

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SHIPPING CONTAINER INSPECTION 
1. Carefully examine the shipping container for external damage. If damage is noted, notify the delivery carrier immediately. Save all packaging 
materials for claim examination. 
2. If no external damage is noted, remove the unit from the shipping container and carefully examine it for damage. If damage is noted, place the 
unit in a safe location so that it can be inspected. 
 
SPECIFICATIONS 
 
 
 
 
* Measured at pressure tap on burner manifold. 
† Measured at appliance input when all other gas powered equipment is operating. 
‡ IN
. W.C. = Inches, Water Column 
 A  115 Volt 3-pronged grounded plug is supplied with all gas units. 
Refer to the inside door of the unit for the appliance wiring diagram. 
 
LEG / CASTER INSTALLATION 
1. Carefully lay cooker on its back and install legs or casters as shown in diagram A below. 
2
. After placing unit in installation area, adjust individual leg inserts to level cooker (so unit does not rock), by turning only the individual inserts. 
 
Note: Appliances with casters must be secured with a restraining device to limit movement; refer to diagram B below. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Set the length of the restraining cable so that the gas connector is not kinked when 
the restraining device is fully extended. 
 
 
Diagram A Diagram B Diagram C 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
MANIFOLD PRESSURE*  SUPPLY PRESSURE†  
MODEL INPUT BTU/H  NATURAL  PROPANE  NATURAL PROPANE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 
GPC-14 111,000 3-1/2 IN. W.C.‡ 10 IN. W.C. MINIMUM 6 IN. W.C. MINIMUM 11 IN. W.C. 
 120V, 50/60Hz SINGLE PHASE GPC-18 160,000 / 80,000 GPC-20 
A minimum 6-inch clearance is required between the unit and the site wall(s.)  
						

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 
 
 
 
 
 
1. The installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 latest edition, 
CAN/CGA -B149.1 & B149.2, Natural Gas Installation Code as applicable including: 
a. The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of 
the system at test pressures in excess of ½ psig (3.45 kPa). 
b. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve during any pressure 
testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than ½ psig (3.45 kPa). 
c. For units utilizing optional floor casters, the installation shall comprise of a connector that complies with the Standard for Connectors for 
Moveable Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.69, or CAN/CGA 6.16-latest edition, and a quick-disconnect device that complies with the 
Standard for Quick-Disconnect Devices for Use with Gas Fuel, ANSI Z21.41 or CAN1-6.9 “latest edition.” 
d. Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of the unit without depending on the connector and the quick-disconnect 
device or its associated piping to limit the appliance movement (when appliance is equipped with optional casters)
. The limiting cable is 
supplied by the installation contractor. It is connected to the rear of the unit through the 5/16 dia. hole . The other end is attached to 
the wall near the supply fitting
. Refer to diagram B. 
2. For use only in non-combustible locations. Keep the appliance area free and clear from combustibles. Suitable for installation on non- 
combustible floors only. 
3. The area that the unit is installed into should have provisions for an adequate air supply for proper burner operation and the flow of 
combustion and ventilation air must not be obstructed
. The bottom and back of the unit must be kept open so that the burners will be able to 
draw enough air for proper operation
. The area directly in front of the unit must be kept open so that the unit can be serviced. 
4. The appliance must be installed under a vent or exhaust hood to exhaust the cooking smoke and fumes and the products of combustion in 
accordance with the Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, NFPA 96. 
5. The unit must be installed with the proper clearances to combustible materials; refer to diagram C. 
 
 
 
 
 
6. Make sure the unit’s pilot safety valve(s) are in the “OFF” position and turn on the main gas supply. Check for gas leaks using a soap 
solution. 
7. Restrain the unit to prevent tipping when installed in order to avoid the splashing of hot liquid. The means of restraint may be the manner of 
installation, such as connection to a battery of appliances, or installed in an alcove, or by separate means, such as adequate ties. 
8. This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug and must be plugged into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. 
grounding must comply with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, or the 
Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.2, as applicable. 
9. Cooker drain terminates at drain valve. Connect plumbing per local and national codes. 
10. After completion of proper hook-up and installation according to code, the unit may be operated. 
 NOTE: The installer should contact local building or fire officials concerning any installation restrictions or the need for inspection of the cooker 
installation. 
 
 
 
 
Electrical
NOTICE! 
DO NOT pack required air spaces with insulation or other material. 
IMPORTANT! 
Read all Installation Instructions carefully before starting the installation. 
Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury or death. 
DANGER! 
When this cooker is not properly installed, a fire may result. 
To reduce the risk of fire, follow all installation instructions.  
						

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 
 
 
 
LIGHTING PROCEDURE 
 1. Fill the tank with water to the appropriate level as indicated by the water level marks on the rear of the tank. 
2. Turn the gas safety valve knob to the “Pilot” position. 
3. Push and hold the knob down & ignite the pilot. 
4. Continue to hold the knob for 30 seconds or until the pilot flame does not drop out. 
5. Turn the gas safety valve to the “ON” position. 
6. Set the thermostat to the desired temperature. 
7. If the burners are accidentally extinguished or the gas safety valve shuts off due to pilot failure, turn off all valves. 
Wait five (5) minutes before attempting to relight. 
SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURE 
When closing for the evening it is recommended that the unit be completely shut down. 
 1. Turn the thermostat dial and power switch to the “OFF” position. 
2. Turn the gas safety valve knob to “Pilot.” 
If the unit is to be shut down for an extended period of time, for service, or if it is desired to shut off the pilot: 
3. Turn the gas safety valve knob to “OFF” 
4. Turn the main gas cock to the off position (perpendicular to the gas line.) 
IMPORTANT!  Pilot must be turned off if cook tank is empty! 
 
 
POWER BURST 
 18” and 20” Pasta Cookers are equipped with the “Power Burst System”. The Power Burst toggle switch is located on the front of the unit. Hard Boil 
mode allows for high BTU input rate (160,000 BTU/H) for quick heating of tap water and heavy batch cooking
. Soft Boil/Simmer mode sets the BTU 
input rate at 80,000 BTU/H for accurate control of re-thermalizing and most cooking operations. 
 BATCH COOKING 
 1. Place the batch cooking basket (optional) on the basket hanger. If the unit is equipped with an optional timer control, set the time for batch 
cooking and push the timer to activate (approximately 8-10 minutes.) 
2. With basket in the boiling water, add 6 pounds of dry pasta into basket. 6 pounds of dry pasta becomes approximately 15 pounds of cooked 
pasta or about (24) 10oz servings. 
3
. Stir gently as needed to keep pasta separated. 
4
. When cooking is complete, remove the basket from the water. Immediately rinse with cold water to remove excess starch and stop the 
cooking process. 
RETHERMALIZING 
 1. Set the thermostat to 160-190°F. 
2. Reheat time is approximately 30 seconds for individual portions. 
Individual portion baskets and rack are available as an accessory from Anetsberger Brothers Inc. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
IMPORTANT! 
DO NOT light pilot or operate unit without water in the tank!  
						

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 
 
 
 
DAILY CLEANING 
 1. Follow shutdown procedure and allow hot water to cool. 
2. Disconnect the power supply. 
3. Open the front door and thread the drain valve extension into the drain valve. 
4. Slowly open drain valve and drain water. CAUTION: HOT WATER! 
 
 
 
 
5. Wipe out and rinse tank. 
6. Close drain valve and remove extension. 
7. Refill tank with clean water. 
8. Follow the lighting procedure. 
NOTE: The cooker automatically shuts off the burners when you open the door so that they cannot fire. After draining or maintenance, close the door and reset the unit by turning the power switch off and then on. 
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE 
 1. Each month, before operation, check the exhaust flue to ensure that it is clear of debris and obstructions allowing exhaust gases to flow freely 
toward the ventilation hood area
. DO NOT allow the flue area to become excessively dirty. 
2. Observe the condition of the ventilation hood. If it shows evidence of a great deal of greasy residue, remove (clean) the residue to allow free 
flow of ventilation air. 
3
. Check the burner tube baffles (located inside the burner tube on 18”/20” tube fired models) to ensure that they are not deteriorated beyond 
their useful life
. If baffles need to be replaced, contact the factory, a factory representative or a local service company for replacement. 
 
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 
DO NOT OPERATE UNIT IN THE EVENT OF A POWER FAILURE. 
 1. Follow the shut-down procedure in the event of a prolonged power failure. 
2. Disconnect the power supply before service or maintenance. 
3. When supplied with casters, a restraining device should be in place. If disconnection of the restraint is required, reconnect the restraint after 
the appliance has been returned to its originally installed position. 
4
. To avoid splashing of hot liquid, before removing the unit from its originally installed location: 
a
. shut down the unit in accordance with the shut down procedure 
b
. close all valves 
c
. allow to cool 
d
. drain the liquid 
e
. disconnect the restraining device 
5. Contact the factory, a factory representative, or local service company to perform maintenance or repairs. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DANGER! 
Avoid moving the unit while it contains hot liquid. Drain the liquid before cleaning or servicing. 
WARNING! 
Wait until the tank has cooled before performing step 5 to avoid injury from burns.  
						

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TROUBLESHOOTING 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PROBLEM 
 Water is cold (Burners not firing) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Thermostat 25º F or more below the knob set point. 
 
 
 
 
 
 Pilot will not remain lit. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Burner flames too large. 
CAUSE 
 No gas supply 
Inadequate gas supply 
 
 No Pilot 
 Safety valve knob is in the “Pilot” position 
 
 Thermostat is set too low. 
Low supply gas pressure. 
Defective thermostat 
 
 
 Loose wiring 
 Pilot flame is too small and will not heat the thermopile. 
 
 
 Dirty pilot burner 
High-limit safety activated 
 High-limit safety defective 
 
WA
DO NOT return the fryer to operati
 Thermopile is defective. (Thermopile should generate at least 250mV) 
 Gas safety valve is defective. 
 Main gas valve pressure regulator set too high. 
SOLUTION 
 Open all gas cocks supplying the unit. 
Adjust the pressure regulator for 3.5 inches W.C. manifold pressure for Natural Gas and 10 inches W.C. for L.P. gas, with the burners firing. 
Follow lighting instructions under LIGHTING AND SHUT DOWN section. 
If the pilot is burning turn the knob to the “ON” position. 
 Turn the thermostat knob to a higher set-point. 
Check incoming gas pressure. 
If the pilot is burning, the safety valve knob is “ON”, and the thermostat knob is at the highest set-point, the burners should be firing. If not, replace the thermostat. 
 Check wires to make sure they are intact, and tighten all connections 
Adjust the pilot needle valve on the gas safety valve to the full open position (it is located under the slotted screw). To adjust, remove the slotted screw turn the inside needle valve open (counter-clockwise) two turns. Replace the outer screw. 
Remove pilot burner and clean. 
Allow water to cool for 15 minutes, then follow lighting instructions 
Jump out high limit. If pilot then lights, replace high limit. 
 
RNING! 
on with its high limit thermostat bypassed! 
 Replace the thermopile. 
 
 
 Replace the gas safety valve 
 Reduce the pressure by adjusting the pressure regulator. To reduce the pressure, turn the adjusting slot counter-clockwise. The adjusting slot is located under the regulator slotted cap.  
						

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TROUBLESHOOTING - AUTOMATIC LIFT MECHANISM 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PROBLEM 
 Basket does not lower when the timer control pushbutton is pressed after the knob is set to a time value. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Basket does not raise after the timer reaches a value of zero. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Basket lowers and raises repeatedly. 
Basket raises after the timer has reached a value of zero, but then sinks back into the tank. 
CAUSE 
 Power is not provided to unit. 
 Power switch is not switched on. 
Loose wiring connections. 
 Timer has failed. 
 
 
 
 Microswitch has failed. 
 
 
 
 
 
 Lifting mechanism or motor has failed. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Microswitch has failed. 
Timer has failed. 
Microswitch is improperly positioned. 
 Lift motor has failed. 
SOLUTION 
 Ensure supply circuit breaker is “ON” and unit’s power cord is plugged in. 
Switch to ON position. 
Check wiring and tighten all connections; especially timers, lift motors and microswitches. 
Set a time value using the timer control knob and depress the push button. If the basket does not lower, jump the timer terminals marked “C” (white wire) and “NO” (right motor – blue, left motor – brown.) If the motor operates, the timer is has failed and must be replaced. If the motor does not operate, the microswitch or motor may have failed. 
Set a time value using the timer control knob and depress the push button to start the timer operation. Check for 120V at the microswitch by metering between the “C” terminal (white wire) and the “NO” terminal (right motor – brown, left motor – black.) If no power is present between the terminals the microswitch is defective and must be replaced. If power is present and the motor does not operate, the motor must be replaced. 
 If the motor operates but the basket doesn’t raise, observe whether or not the motor crank assembly moves. If the crank does not move but the motor shaft is spinning, the shear pin in the shaft has broken and must be replaced. 
If the motor operates but the shaft does not turn, the motor gears have failed and the motor needs to be replaced. 
If the motor does not operate, check for 120V power at the motor terminals. If power is present and the motor does not operate, the motor has failed and must be replaced. 
See above. 
See above. 
Position the microswitch properly. 
 Replace the lift motor.  
						

							 
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In the event of problems with or questions  In the event of problems with or questions about 
about your order, please contact the Anets  your equipment, please contact the Anets 
factory at:  Authorized Service and Parts representative 
(603)-225-6684 World Wide  (ASAP) covering your area, or contact Anets 
Website Address: www.anets.com  at the number
 listed to the left. 
 
MAILING ADDRESS – P.O. BOX 501, CONCORD, NH  03302-0501 
SHIPPING ADDRESS – 10 FERRY STREET, CONCORD, NH  03301 
 
 
 
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