MANUAL 10068R6
INSTALLATION & OPERATION
MANUAL
Self Generating Steam Jacketed Kettles
EL-20, EL-25, EL-30, EL-40, EL-60, EL-80, EL-100
EP-20, EP-25, EP-30, EP-40, EP-60, EP-80, EP-100
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.
IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Please complete this information and retain this
manual for the life of the equipment:
Model #: ___________________________
Serial #: ___________________________
Date Purchased: ____________________
CROWN FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT
A Middleby Company
70 Oakdale Road, Downsview (Toronto) Ontario, Canada, M3N 1V9
Telephone: 919-762-1000 www.crownsteamgroup.com
Printed in Canada
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IMPORTANT NOTES FOR INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
It is recommended that this manual be read thoroughly and that all instructions be followed
carefully.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING: Improper installation, operation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death.
Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing, operating or servicing this equipment.
NOTICE: Contact the factory, the factory representative or local service
company to perform maintenance and repairs.
Intended for commercial use only. Not for household use.
This manual should be retained for future reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION PAGE
1.0 Service Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0 Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.0 Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.0 Capacities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5.0 Functioning Mode.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6.0 Operation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
7.0 Cleaning Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
8.0 General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
9.0 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Appendix A, Material Safety Data Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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1.0 SERVICE CONNECTIONS
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1.0 SERVICE CONNECTIONS
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INSTALLATION AND SERVICE CONNECTIONS
2.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
UNPACKING
Immediately after unpacking, check for possible shipping damage. If the kettle is found to be
damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.
Before installing, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the rating
plate located on the lower rear of the kettle. If the supply and equipment requirements do not
agree, contact your dealer or Crown Food Service Equipment Ltd.
Select a location with drainage directly below the tangent draw-off. Allow sufficient rear
clearance from wall for kettle cover to lift upright freely and completely without obstructions.
INSTALLATION
1. The kettle must be installed in accordance with:
1. State and/or local codes.
2. In the USA, the National Electrical code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). In Canada, the
Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA Standard C22.1 (latest edition).
2. Set the kettle in the installation location.
3. With the kettle in position, place a carpenter’s level on top of the kettle and turn the
adjustable feet to level kettle side-to-side and front to back. On EP models use shims to
level kettle.
4. Mark hole locations on floor through anchoring holes provided in flanged adjustable feet, or
holes provided on pedestal base.
5. Remove kettle and drill holes in locations marked on the floor (see installation diagram).
Insert proper anchoring devices to accommodate 5/16" size lag bolts (not supplied).
6. Reposition kettle. Re-level kettle by making necessary adjustments on flanged feet or
shims.
7. Bolt down kettle and seal with Silastic or other equivalent sealing compound. Sealant must
be applied not only to bolt heads but also around flanges or pedestal base making contact
with floor surface to fulfill NSF requirements. Wipe off excess sealant immediately.
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2.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
WARNING: Disconnect the electrical power supply and place a tag
at the disconnect switch to indicate that you are working on the
circuit.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
A Control Box with power supply equivalent to electrical rating of the kettle should be located
conveniently nearby.
Remove the wiring compartment cover and make electrical connections per wiring diagram
located inside the control housing cover panel. A waterproof electrical connection from power
supply to rear of control housing must be provided.
Kettle must be grounded in accordance with requirements of the National Electrical Code or
applicable local codes.
Ground kettle to terminal provided in control housing.
Once proper connections are made, replace wiring compartment cover, turn power ON and
check for proper operation.
SERVICE CONNECTIONS
All internal wiring for the kettle is complete.
If faucet is provided connect water supply and check for proper operation.
INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS
Your electric kettle must be installed in accordance with:
1. Provincial and local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with: C.S.A. C22.1 Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1, or in the U.S.A., the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest
edition).
2. ANSI NFPA Standard #96, “Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment,” (latest edition),
available from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA,
USA, 02269.
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INTRODUCTION
3.0 DESCRIPTION
All electrically powered kettles described and referred to in this manual are pressure vessels of
a double-wall construction forming a sealed jacket (chamber) enveloping the lower two thirds of
the kettle bowl surface.
The kettle bowl is the container for the food product which ideally should be a liquid or semi-
liquid consistency to achieve complete contact with the bowl surface and thus fully absorb the
heat transmitted through that surface from the pressurized steam generated in the kettle jacket.
The jacket is intended to function as a self contained sealed chamber with a permanent solution
of water and antifreeze sufficient not only to immerse and thereby protect replaceable electric
heating elements, but also provide the steam source during the steam generating process.
The heating elements are thermostatically dial controlled to provide precise temperatures
throughout the range from slow simmer to rolling boil.
All stationary kettles are intended to be permanently floor mounted on legs with adjustable
flanged feet (EL models) or pedestals (EP models).
All kettles are equipped with a hinged counterbalanced stainless steel lid covering the kettle
bowl opening, a sanitary stainless steel tangent draw-off valve for the removal of the food
product from the kettle bowl, and a safety relief valve plumbed to the kettle jacket.
4.0 CAPACITIES
All models are suffixed with either - 20, - 25, - 30, - 40, - 60, - 80 or -100 to indicate the capacity
of that kettle in US gallons. Thus an EL-40 indicates a two thirds jacketed electrically powered
steam kettle mounted on legs with a capacity of 40 US gallons.
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5.0 FUNCTIONING MODE
All electrically powered self steam generating kettles consist of a jacket charged with a solution
of water and antifreeze sufficient to completely immerse and protect replaceable electric
heating elements.
To minimize tampering, the Safety Valve is plumbed toward the rear of the kettle jacket.
Should any component malfunction and cause the pressure in the jacket to reach the rated
pressure of the kettle, this protective device will open automatically and release excessive
pressurized steam.
When the Power Switch is turned ON and the Temperature Control (Thermostat) Knob dialed
simultaneously, TEMPERATURE pilot light will come on and contactors will close to allow
power to elements. Steam generation will commence and continue until the water contained in
the jacket reaches the thermostatic temperature, manually preselected, at which point the
Temperature (thermostat) Control will de-energize and open the contactors cutting off power to
heating elements and TEMPERATURE pilot light will go off. When the temperature of the
water in the jacket drops slightly, the cycle will repeat itself thus making it possible to maintain
any selected precise cooking mode temperature.
The temperature required for the cooking process to function adequately must be greater than
the boiling point of the liquid food product. Further, the higher the temperature, the greater the
steam pressure attained in the jacket and consequently the quicker the cooking process. For
example, steam pressurized at 30 p.s.i. attains a temperature of 274º Fahrenheit.
Since air is an unsuitable media through which heat may be transferred, it has been removed
from the kettle jacket during testing at factory. The Pressure Gauge should indicate vacuum in
the jacket, in the green vacuum zone on the gauge (approximately 25 - 30 inches Hg), when
the kettle is cold or has been inoperative for some time. The kettle jacket is intended to
function at all times as a completely sealed self-contained chamber and it is especially
advisable not to trip the safety relief valve during inoperative periods since this will break the
vacuum seal and allow air to enter the kettle jacket.
It should be noted that Temperature Controls (thermostats) used on these particular kettles
have an ultimate high limit temperature and this setting will prevent the heating elements from
ever generating steam pressure to reach or exceed the rated working pressure of these kettles.
Further should the Temperature Control fail, an unlikely condition, and consequently the circuit
to the heating elements remain energized, the Safety Valve will blow and release steam (i.e.,
water) from the self contained sealed kettle jacket and consequently lower the water level in the
jacket. A Safety Probe is incorporated in the circuit to sense depletion of the water level in the
kettle jacket and will not only activate the LOW WATER level indicator pilot light but also signal
the Liquid Level Control to switch off power and de-energize the circuit to the heating elements
(preventing element burn outs) until the water level is adequately replenished.
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6.0 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: The kettle and its parts are hot. Use care when
operating, cleaning and servicing the kettle.
Ensure that the external electrical service to kettle is on.
Check pressure gauge for correct cold kettle reading. Reading should be in the green area of
the gauge indicating 25 - 30 In. Hg (630 - 730 mm Hg) of vacuum. If reading is not low enough,
follow VENTING procedure in Troubleshooting section prior to using kettle.
Place power switch to ON position.
Preheat kettle by placing thermostat knob at ‘10' and wait until TEMPERATURE light goes off.
Add food to be cooked into kettle.
Place thermostat knob at required temperature setting from 1 to 10 coinciding with the following
table:
NOTE: Preheating should not be used when cooking milk and egg food
products which adhere to hot cooking surfaces. These foods should be
placed into kettle before heating has begun.
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6.0 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)
THERMOSTAT SETTING APPROXIMATE (JACKET) TEMPERATURE
1 90E Fahrenheit 30ECelsius
2 118E Fahrenheit 42ECelsius
3 138E Fahrenheit 54E Celsius
4 158E Fahrenheit 64 ECelsius
5 178E Fahrenheit 76E Celsius
6 200E Fahrenheit 88E Celsius
7 220E Fahrenheit 100E Celsius
8 240E Fahrenheit 111E Celsius
9 260E Fahrenheit 122E Celsius
10 280E Fahrenheit 134E Celsius
When cooking is finished set thermostat knob and power switch to OFF position.
Empty product from kettle using draw-off valve. Be careful to avoid splashing.
Add water to kettle for cleaning purposes.
Wash kettle thoroughly. See CLEANING procedure, next section.
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7.0 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Do not use cleaning agents that are corrosive.
WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before
cleaning or servicing.
WARNING: Never spray water into electric controls or components!
CAUTION: The equipment and its parts are hot. Use care when
operating, cleaning and servicing.
Your kettle should be cleaned immediately after each use or when cooking a different product.
Before cleaning, check that the kettle has cooled enough to touch it.
1. Rinse the inside of the kettle thoroughly and drain to remove any food particles.
2. Using a nylon brush, clean the kettle with a mild detergent and water. Never use steel wool
or scouring powder as it will scratch stainless steel. Plain steel wool can leave small pieces
of steel which can rust.
3. Rinse the inside of the kettle thoroughly with clean water. Drain the kettle by using the
tangent draw-off valve to allow the detergent and water solution to drain.
4. Wipe the exterior of the kettle with a clean, damp cloth.
WARNING: If you are cleaning a valve that is assembled to a kettle,
be sure the kettle is completely empty of any product.
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DRAW-OFF VALVE CLEANING
NOTICE: Draw-off valve has a vulcanized rubber coated stem for better
sealing. Do not over tighten. This may cause the rubber to pull away from
stem and permanently damage it. This is not covered under warranty.
1. Turn the large hex nut on the draw-off valve counterclockwise until it is completely
disengaged from the threads. Grasp the valve knob and slowly pull out the valve stem.
Wash the valve stem, disk and handle. Insert a nylon brush, wet with detergent and water,
into the valve body and tangent draw-off tube. Brush vigorously.
2. Replace the valve stem assembly and turn the hex nut until snug. Rinse the kettle with
clean warm water.
3. Leave the draw-off valve open when the kettle is not in use.
DAIRY DRAW-OFF VALVE CLEANING
1. Remove the plug by first removing the handle, then turn the plug to line up with the pin and
pull with both hands. It is important to use both hands because the plug is heavy.
2. Put the plug in a plastic pail that contains a mild soap solution. A plastic pail works best, as
it reduces the possibility of nicking or scratching the plug. If the plug gets scratched it may
not seal correctly and could leak.
3. Use a soft cloth or soft brush and clean all surfaces.
4. Using both hands remove the valve from the soap and rinse well in another plastic pail that
contains fresh water.
5. Wash out the kettle as normal.
6. Return the plug into the body. Be sure the plug is inserted into the notch and turned.
Ensure the plug is tight and secure before letting go of it.
If you are cleaning a body and plug assembly, remove the plug and follow the above
procedures. When finished with the plug, follow the same instructions for washing the body.
Always use both hands when handling the plugs. Reassemble the plug into the body and use
as normal.
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WHAT TO DO IF SURFACE RUST APPEARS
Metal utensils should never be used as they will scratch the surface of the equipment and rust
may begin to form. To remove surface accumulation of rust from the inadvertent use of such
utensils, the following procedure may be used.
CAUTION: Improper use of this procedure may damage your
appliance!
1. Use undiluted white vinegar with a non-abrasive scouring pad (plastic) or cloth on the
affected area to remove the rust stain. The appliance should not be heated and remain at
room temperature during the entire cleaning process.
2. If the stain resists removal, additional exposure time with vinegar may be required, to a
maximum of one hour.
3. Thoroughly wash all of the vinegar away with fresh clear water. Dry the surface completely
and allow one hour before using the appliance to cook.
Following daily and period maintenance procedures will prolong the life for your equipment.
Climatic conditions - salt air - may require more thorough and frequent cleaning or the life of the
equipment could be adversely affected.
STAINLESS STEEL
To remove normal dirt, grease or product residue from stainless steel, use ordinary soap and
water (with or without detergent) applied with a sponge or cloth. Dry thoroughly with a clean
cloth. Never use vinegar or any other corrosive cleaner.
To remove grease and food splatters or condensed vapours that have baked on the equipment,
apply cleanser to a damp cloth or sponge and rub cleanser on the metal in the direction of the
polishing lines. Rubbing cleanser as gently as possible in the direction of the polished lines will
not mar the finish of the stainless steel. NEVER RUB WITH A CIRCULAR MOTION.
Soil and burn deposits which do not respond to the above procedure can usually be removed by
rubbing the surface with SCOTCH-BRITE™ scouring pads or STAINLESS scouring pads. DO
NOT USE ORDINARY STEEL WOOL as any particles left on the surface will rust and further
spoil the appearance of the finish. NEVER USE A WIRE BRUSH, STEEL SCOURING PADS
(EXCEPT STAINLESS), SCRAPER, FILE OR OTHER STEEL TOOLS. Surfaces which are
marred collect dirt more rapidly and become more difficult to clean. Marring also increases the
possibility of corrosive attack. Refinishing may then be required.
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STAINLESS STEEL (Continued)
TO REMOVE HEAT TINT: Darkened areas sometimes appear on stainless steel surfaces
where the area has been subjected to excessive heat. These darkened areas are caused by
thickening of the protective surface of the stainless steel and is not harmful. Heat tint can
normally be removed by the foregoing, but tint which does not respond to this procedure calls
for a vigorous scouring in the direction of the polish lines using SCOTCH-BRITE™ scouring
pads or a STAINLESS scouring pad in combination with a powdered cleanser. Heat tint action
may be lessened by not applying or by reducing heat to equipment during slack periods.
All food contact surfaces must be thoroughly drained and flushed prior to cooking in the kettle.
CONTROL PANEL: The textured control panel should be cleaned with warm water and mild
soap. Never use an abrasive cloth or steel wool. Never use cleaning solvents with a
hydrocarbon base.
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8.0 GENERAL MAINTENANCE
SAFETY VALVE MAINTENANCE AND TESTING
CAUTION! Under normal operating conditions a “try lever test”
should be performed every two months. Under severe service
conditions, or if corrosion and/or deposits are noticed within the
valve body, testing must be performed more often. A “try lever test”
should also be performed at the end of any non-service period.
CAUTION! Hot, high pressure fluid may be discharged from body
drain and vent during “try lever” test. Care must be taken to avoid
any bodily contact.
CAUTION! High sound levels may be experienced during “try lever”
test. Wear proper safety equipment and exercise extreme care!
Test at, or near, half of the operating pressure by holding the test
lever fully open for at least two seconds to flush the valve seat free
of sediment and debris. Then release lever and permit the valve to
snap shut.
If lift lever does not activate, or there is no evidence of discharge,
turn off equipment immediately and contact a licensed contractor or
qualified service personnel.
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9.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
9.1 LOW WATER LEVEL
Proper water level must be maintained within the jacket for the kettle to operate. Depletion of
water may occur from excessive opening of or leakage through the safety relief valve.
If water is below required operating level, either initially at start-up or during use, the kettle will
automatically shut off and the LOW WATER signal light will come on.
In order for the kettle to operate, the following procedure must be followed:
The kettle must be cool before proceeding with the following steps.
1. Trip the safety relief valve lever to relieve all pressure from the kettle jacket.
2. At exterior rear of kettle jacket remove nut from Air Vent.
3. Insert funnel into Air Vent opening and slowly add the indicated amount of clean water for:
MODEL ADD: IF COMPLETELY EMPTY, ADD:
EL-20, EL-25,
EP-20, EP-25
140 ounces 4.14 litres 376 ounces 11.12 litres
EL-30, EP-30 150 ounces 4.44 litres 504 ounces 14.90 litres
EL-40, EP-40 220 ounces 6.50 litres 548 ounces 16.20 litres
EL-60, EP-60 250 ounces 7.39 litres 586 ounces 17.33 litres
EL-80, EP-80 340 ounces 10.05 litres 850 ounces 25.12 litres
EL-100, EP-100 420 ounces 12.42 litres 1088 ounces 32.17 litres
4. Replace air vent nut.
5. Follow AIR VENTING INSTRUCTIONS listed (9.5).
6. Continue normal operating procedure of kettle.
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9.0 TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued)
9.2 EXTREMELY SLOW COOKING TIME
If the cooking time is abnormally slow, then the difficulty may be due to air being present in the
kettle jacket. To remove air, follow AIR VENTING INSTRUCTIONS.
If the kettle will not reach and maintain Pressure Gauge zone in the green area on the gauge
when cold, a slow leak may have developed in the jacket. Check all fitting connections to jacket
including the heating element gasket. Tighten or replace if necessary.
Slow cooking time may also be due to a burnt out heating element. Test elements and if
defective, replace complete element assembly.
9.3 KETTLE WILL NOT OPERATE WHEN TURNED ON
Check that power supply is available to kettle.
Kettle will not operate if water level is inadequate in jacket. Follow 9.1 LOW WATER LEVEL
instructions.
Also check for defective power switch or loose wire connections.
Initially, when Thermostat Knob is dialed and TEMPERATURE indicator light does not come on,
then it may be assumed that malfunction is due to either a defective Thermostat or loose wiring
connection(s). If TEMPERATURE indicator light comes on when Thermostat Knob is dialed
fully (i.e. setting of ‘10'), then eventually the kettle should read its maximum temperature
(290EF) in the jacket and a corresponding pressure reading of approximately 40 psi should be
evident on the Pressure Gauge (on kettles rated at 50 psi).
Finally, when the kettle is turned ON and Thermostat Knob dialed, check that the Contactors
are being energized and power is being made available to the heating elements. Replace
defective Contactors.
9.4 DRAW-OFF VALVE LEAKS
If leak occurs through the valve stem, replace the “O” ring. If the leak can be attributed to faulty
sealing occurring between the stem disc and valve seat, then this may be due to dried on food
residue. Clean the dried on food residue with an extremely fine emery cloth. If the rubber
vulcanized stem piece has been damaged it must be replaced.
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NOTICE: Draw-off valve has a vulcanized rubber coated stem for better
sealing. Do not over tighten. This may cause the rubber to pull away from
stem and permanently damage it. This is not covered under warranty.
9.5 VENTING INSTRUCTIONS
Check vacuum/pressure gauge when the kettle is cold. Gauge should be in the green vacuum
zone. If not, air must be vented (removed) for proper heating. Use the following procedures to
vent air.
1. With the kettle empty, place power switch in ON position.
2. Set temperature control thermostat to ‘10'. Heat kettle until indicator light goes off.
3. Using a 7/16" wrench, open bleed vent one full turn for 10 seconds and then close.
WARNING: SCALD HAZARD. Live steam will escape the bleed nut
when opened. Stay clear of live steam when performing this
operation.
4. Cool kettle. Check for proper vacuum in green vacuum zone. If reading is not low
enough, repeat entire procedure, steps 1 - 4.
NOTICE: Contact the factory, the factory representative or local service
company to perform maintenance and repairs.
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APPENDIX ‘A
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PREPARATION INFORMATION:
Prepared for use in Canada by: E H & S Product Regulatory Management Department
DOW CHEMICAL CANADA INC.
P.O. Box 1012
Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 7K7
(800) 331-6451
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta: (780) 998-8282
Sarnia, Ontario: (519) 339-3711
Varennes, Quebec: (450) 652-1000
Product: DOWFROST* HD HEAT TRANSFER FLUID, DYED
Product Code: 04632
Effective Date: 2/20/01 Date Printed: 07/10/02 MSD: 002239
DOW CHEMICAL CANADA INC.
P.O. Box 1012
Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 7K7
Prepared for use in Canada by the E H & S Product Regulatory Management Department;
Phone: (800) 331-6451.
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Propylene Glycol CAS# 000057-55-6 94%
Dipotassium Phosphate CAS# 007758-11-4 <5%
Deionized Water CAS# 007732-18-5 <5%
* or (R) indicates a trademark of The Dow Chemical Company.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Product: DOWFROST* HD HEAT TRANSFER FLUID, DYED
Product Code: 04632
Effective Date: 02/20/01, Date Printed: 07/10/02, MSD: 002239
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (See Section 11 for toxicological data.)
EYE: May cause slight transient (temporary) eye irritation. Corneal injury is unlikely. Mists
may cause eye irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged contact is essentially nonirritating to skin. A single prolonged
exposure is not likely to result in the material being absorbed through skin in harmful amounts.
Repeated exposures may cause flaking and softening of skin.
INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be extremely low. No hazards
anticipated from swallowing small amounts incidental to normal handling operations.
INHALATION: At room temperature, vapours are minimal due to physical properties. Mists
may cause irritation of upper respiratory tract (nose and throat).
SYSTEMIC (OTHER TARGET ORGAN) EFFECTS: Repeated excessive exposure to
propylene glycol may cause central nervous system effects.
CANCER INFORMATION: Did not cause cancer in laboratory animals.
TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS): Birth defects are unlikely. Exposures having no adverse
effects on the mother should have no effect on the fetus.
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: In animal studies, has been shown not to interfere with
reproduction.
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Clear yellow liquid. Odourless. Avoid temperatures above 450EF, 232EC.
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4. FIRST AID
EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water.
SKIN: Wash off in flowing water or shower.
INGESTION: No adverse effects anticipated by this route of exposure incidental
to proper industrial handling.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air if effects occur. Consult a physician.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: No specific antidote. Supportive care. Treatment based on
judgment of the physician in response to reactions of the patient.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES
FLASH POINT: 214EF, 107EC (based on a similar material)
METHOD USED: PMCC
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: NOT DETERMINED
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS
LFL: Not determined
UFL: Not determined
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HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: During a fire, smoke may contain the original
material in addition to unidentified toxic and/or irritating compounds. Hazardous combustion
products may include and are not limited to carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
OTHER FLAMMABILITY INFORMATION: Violent steam generation or eruption may occur
upon application of direct water stream to hot liquids. Flammable concentrations of vapour can
accumulate at temperatures above 214EF. Liquid mist of this product can burn. Spills of these
organic liquids on hot fibrous insulations may lead to lowering of the autoignition temperatures
possibly resulting in spontaneous combustion. Container may rupture from gas generation in a
fire situation.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water fog or fine spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam.
Alcohol resistant foams (ATC type) are preferred if available. General purpose synthetic foams
(including AFFF) or protein foams may function, but much less effectively. Do not use direct
water stream. May spread fire.
MEDIA TO BE AVOIDED: Do not use direct water stream.
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Keep people away. Isolate fire area and deny unnecessary
entry. Burning liquids may be moved by flushing with water to protect personnel and minimize
property damage. Burning liquids may be extinguished by dilution with water. Do not use direct
water stream. May spread fire. Fight fire from protected location or safe distance. Consider
use of unmanned hose holder or monitor nozzles. Use water spray to cool fire exposed
containers and fire affected zone until fire is out and danger of re-ignition has passed.
Immediately withdraw all personnel from area in case of rising sound from venting safety device
or discolouration of the container. Move container from fire area if this is possible without
hazard.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTERS: Wear positive-pressure self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet,
coat, pants, boots and gloves). If protective equipment is not available or not used, fight fire
from a protected location or safe distance.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (See Section 15 for Regulatory Information.)
PROTECT PEOPLE: Use appropriate safety equipment. For additional information, refer to
Section 8, Exposure Controls/ Personal Protection.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT: Avoid contamination of all waterways.
CLEAN-UP: See Section 13, Disposal Consideration.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: No special
handling requirements data available.
HANDLING: See Section 8, Exposure Controls/Personal Protection.
STORAGE: See Section 10, Stability and Reactivity.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to control
airborne levels below the exposure guidelines.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses. Safety glasses should be sufficient for most
operations; however, for misty operations wear chemical goggles.
SKIN PROTECTION: Use gloves impervious to this material.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels should be maintained below the exposure
guideline. When respiratory protection is required for certain operations, use an approved air-
purifying respirator. In misty atmospheres, use an approved mist respirator.
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Product Code: 04632
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EXPOSURE GUIDELINES: Propylene glycol: AIHA WEEL is 50 ppm total, 10 mg/m3 aerosol
only.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE/PHYSICAL STATE: Clear yellow liquid.
ODOUR: Odourless
VAPOUR PRESSURE: 0.22 mmHg @ 20EC
VAPOUR DENSITY: 2.6
BOILING POINT: 320EF, 160EC
SOLUBILITY IN WATER/MISCIBILITY: Complete
SPECIFIC GRAVITY OR DENSITY: 1.058 @ 25/25EC
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CHEMICAL STABILITY: Thermally stable at typical use temperatures.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid use temperatures above 450EF, 232EC. Product can degrade
at elevated temperatures. Generation of gas during decomposition can cause pressure in
closed systems.
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER MATERIALS: Avoid contact with oxidizing materials. Avoid
contact with strong acids
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hazardous decomposition products depend
upon temperature, air supply and the presence of other materials.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (See Section 3 for Potential Health Effects. For
detailed toxicological data, write or call the address or non-emergency number shown in
Section 1).
SKIN: The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >10,000 mg/kg.
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SKIN: The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >10,000 mg/kg.
INGESTION: The oral LD50 for rats is 20,000 - 34,000 mg/kg.
MUTAGENICITY: In vitro mutagenicity studies were negative. Animal mutagenicity studies
were negative.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION (For detailed Ecological data, write or call the address or
non-emergency number shown in Section 1.)
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE
MOVEMENT AND PARTITIONING: Based largely or completely on data for major
component(s). Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF less than 100 or Log Pow less than 3).
Potential for mobility in soil is very high (Koc between 0 and 50).
DEGRADATION AND PERSISTENCE: Based largely or completely on data for major
component(s). Material is readily biodegradable. Passes OECD test(s) for ready
biodegradability. Degradation is expected in the atmospheric environment within minutes to
hours.
ECOTOXICITY: Based largely or completely on data for major component(s). Material is
practically non-toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute basis (LC50/EC50 >100 mg/L in most
sensitive species).
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS (See Section 15 for Regulatory Information.)
DISPOSAL: DO NOT DUMP INTO ANY SEWERS, ON THE GROUND OR INTO ANY BODY
OF WATER. All disposal methods must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and
local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in different locations. Waste
characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the waste
generator. THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY HAS NO CONTROL OVER THE
MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OR MANUFACTURING PROCESSES OF PARTIES HANDLING
OR USING THIS MATERIAL. THE INFORMATION PRESENTED HERE PERTAINS ONLY TO
THE PRODUCT AS SHIPPED IN ITS INTENDED CONDITION AS DESCRIBED IN MSDS
SECTION 2 (Composition/Information On Ingredients).
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FOR UNUSED AND UNCONTAMINATED PRODUCT, the preferred options include sending to
a licensed, permitted: recycler, reclaimer, incinerator or other thermal destruction device.
As a service to its customers, Dow can provide names of information resources to help identify
waste management companies and other facilities which recycle, reprocess or manage
chemicals or plastics, and that manage used drums. Telephone Dow’s Customer Information
Center at 800-258-2436 or 989-832-1556 for further details.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (D.O.T.): For D.O.T. regulatory information, if
required, consult transportation regulations, product shipping papers, or contact your Dow
representative.
CANADIAN TDG INFORMATION: For TDG regulatory information, if required, consult
transportation regulations, product shipping papers, or your Dow representative.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (Not meant to be all-inclusive – selected regulations
represented).
NOTICE: The information herein is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate as of
the effective date shown above. However, no warranty, express or implied is given. Regulatory
requirements are subject to change and may differ from one location to another; it is the buyer’s
responsibility to ensure that its activities comply with federal, state or provincial, and local laws.
The following specific information is made for the purpose of complying with numerous federal,
state or provincial, and local laws and regulations. See other sections for health and safety
information.
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U.S. REGULATIONS
SARA 313 INFORMATION: To the best of our knowledge, this product contains no chemical
subject to SARA Title III Section 313 supplier notification requirements.
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been reviewed according to the EPA “Hazard
Categories” promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund Amendment and
Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to
meet the following categories:
Not to have met any hazard category.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):
All ingredients are on the TSCA inventory or are not required to be listed on the TSCA
inventory.
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following product components are cited on certain state lists
as mentioned. Non-listed components may be shown in the composition section of the MSDS.
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER LIST
1, 2-Propanediol 000057-55-6 PA1
PA1= Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance (present at greater than or equal to 1.0%).
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD:
This product is not a “Hazardous Chemical” as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
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CANADIAN REGULATIONS
WHMIS INFORMATION: The Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
(WHMIS) Classification for this product is:
This product is not a “Controlled Product” under WHMIS.
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA)
This product contains one or more substances which are not listed on the Canadian Domestic
Substances List (DSL). Contact your Dow representative for more information.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
MSDS STATUS: Revised to 16 section format.
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The information herein is given in good faith, but no warranty, express or implied, is made.
Consult The Dow Chemical Company for further information.
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