Jerry’s Tech Talk: Repairing Overhead Warmers

Overhead warmers are fairly simple devices.  They are typically used to keep food that is ready to be served warm before it goes out on the server’s tray.  Overhead warmers have three main parts: 1. Element 2. ...

Jerry’s Tech Talk: Replacing Restaurant Faucets Made Easy

Replacing the commercial faucet on sinks in your restaurant doesn’t have to be a difficult job.  Following a couple simple steps will help you replace old or worn faucets in your kitchen very easily. For starters, there are two types of faucets: 1. ...

Jerry’s Tech Talk: Converting Gas Restaurant Equipment In 5 Simple Steps

Converting any piece of gas equipment from natural gas to propane or from propane to natural gas is fairly simple and can be accomplished in 5 easy steps. A list of parts that would be needed to convert the equipment would be: 1. Burner Orifices 2. Pilot Orifice 3....

Can You Trust Generic Restaurant Equipment Parts?

Any restaurateur who has dealt with equipment parts has heard of OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and generic parts.  If you haven’t, here’s a quick rundown: OEM parts are produced by the manufacturer of the piece of equipment or a subcontractor commissioned to make parts for the original manufacturer.  OEM parts are...

Jerry’s Tech Talk: Replacing Gas Safety Valves

There are many different types of safety valves.  The most common are: 1. FMDA 2. BASO 3. TS 4. ...

Jerry’s Tech Talk: Electric Thermostats

Electric thermostats are found on equipment that is of course electric, like electric ovens, ranges, fryers, etc.  Electric thermostats can also be used on gas equipment like griddles and fryers. All electric thermostats do exactly the same thing: “sense temperature.”  They have a capillary tube with a bulb on the end.  The bulb is located in a...

Jerry’s Tech Talk: Refrigeration Door Gaskets

The rubber door gasket on the inside edge of the doors of all your refrigeration equipment is very important. It prevents cold air from escaping, which means the unit will stay colder longer and use less energy.  Old gaskets...

Adventures In Restaurant Maintenance: Refrigeration

In this article I would like to talk about the refrigerators and freezer units commonly found in a commercial kitchen and restaurant. The average unit will give long service with minimal maintenance; however there are a few things you should know that could possibly prevent breakdowns. You should also read Greg’s article on this subject...