ASTM F1602-12(2023)

This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F1602 − 12 (Reapproved 2023) An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Kettles, Steam-Jacketed, 20 to 200 gal (75.7 to 757 L), Floor
or Wall Mounted, Direct Steam, Gas and Electric Heated
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1602; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense.
1. Scope A167 Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting
Chromium-Nickel Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip (With-
1.1 This specification covers jacketed kettles that use steam
drawn 2014)
as a heat source for cooking food in commercial and institu-
A176 Specification for Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chro-
tional food service establishments. This specification does not
mium Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip (Withdrawn 2015)
cover equipment used by food processors who normally
A240/A240M Specification for Chromium and Chromium-
package the food that they cook.
Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
Vessels and for General Applications
as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for
A285/A285M Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Car-
information only.
bon Steel, Low- and Intermediate-Tensile Strength
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
A516/A516M Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Car-
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the bon Steel, for Moderate- and Lower-Temperature Service
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
A580/A580M Specification for Stainless Steel Wire
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter- B456 Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Copper
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Plus Nickel Plus Chromium and Nickel Plus Chromium
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor- D3951 Practice for Commercial Packaging
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
F760 Specification for Food Service Equipment Manuals
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the F1166 Practice for Human Engineering Design for Marine
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom- Systems, Equipment, and Facilities
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
F1785 Test Method for Performance of Steam Kettles
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee. 2.2 ANSI Standards:
ANSI/NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
2. Referenced Documents
ANSI/NSF Std. 4 Commercial Cooking and Hot Food Stor-
age Equipment
2.1 ASTM Standards:
ANSI/UL 197 Commercial Electric Cooking Appliances
A36/A36M Specification for Carbon Structural Steel
ANSI Z1.4 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection
by Attributes
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F26 on Food
ANSI/Z83.11 Gas Foodservice Equipment—Kettles, Steam
Service Equipment and is the direct responsibility of F26.02 on Cooking and
Cookers and Steam Generators
Warming Equipment.
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2023. Published February 2023. Originally ANSI/Z223.1 National Fuel Gas Code
approved in 1995. Last previous edition approved in 2017 as F1602 – 12 (2017).
DOI: 10.1520/F1602-12R23.
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2.3 ASME Standards: 4.1.4 Style:
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV Heating 4.1.4.1 Style 1—Floor mounted, pedestal.
Boilers
4.1.4.2 Style 2—Floor mounted, with legs.
ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII,
4.1.4.3 Style 3—Wall mounted.
Division 1 Pressure Vessels
4.1.4.4 Style 4—Cabinetized.
2.4 Federal Standards: 4.1.5 Class:
MIL-STD-167/1 Mechanical Vibration of Shipboard Equip-
4.1.5.1 Class A—Directly connected to an external heat
ment (Type I—Environmental and Type II—Internally source.
Excited)
4.1.5.2 Class B—Self-contained, gas-fired steam generator.
MIL-STD-461 Requirements For the Control of Electromag-
4.1.5.3 Class C—Self-contained, electric steam generator.
netic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and
Equipment
5. Ordering Information
MIL-STD-1399/300 Interface Standard for Shipboard Sys-
5.1 An order for a kettle(s) under this specification shall
tems Section 300A Electric Power, Alternating Current
specify the following information:
5.1.1 ASTM specification number and date of issue,
3. Terminology
5.1.2 Quantity to be furnished,
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
5.1.3 Type,
3.1.1 jacketed kettle—as used in this specification, a
5.1.4 Size (Capacity),
cylindrical, deep-sided vessel (steam jacketed), with either a
5.1.5 Grade,
hemispherical or sloping bottom of 20 to 200-g (75.7 to 757-L)
5.1.6 Style,
capacity for cooking food in a liquid. The kettle may be tilting
5.1.7 Class, and
or non-tilting (stationary cooking jacket).
5.1.8 Assurance that:
3.1.1.1 Discussion—Jacketed kettles may be floor or wall
5.1.8.1 Gas fired unit(s) will be installed in accordance with
mounted. The energy in the steam moving through the jacket is
the installation instructions and ANSI/Z223.1.
transferred to the liquid and to the food by condensation of the
5.1.8.2 Electric heat unit(s) will be installed in accordance
steam on the vessel wall.
with the installation instructions and ANSI/NFPA 70.
4. Classification
5.2 The following options should be reviewed, and, if any
are desired, they should also be included in the order:
4.1 Jacketed kettles covered by this specification are classi-
5.2.1 When a cover is required;
fied by type, size (capacity), grade, style, and class.
5.2.2 Whether a two-thirds jacket or full jacket is desired on
4.1.1 Type:
the non-tilting floor style or wall mounted style;
4.1.1.1 Type I—Non-tilting.
4.1.1.2 Type II—Tilting. 5.2.3 When a draw-off assembly (7.1.5) of a size larger than
4.1.2 Size (Capacity): 2-in. (50.8-mm) diameter is desired;
4.1.2.1 20-gal (75.7-L) capacity, 5.2.4 When a draw-off assembly (7.1.5) is required for
4.1.2.2 25-gal (94.6-L) capacity, tilting kettles;
4.1.2.3 30-gal (113.6-L) capacity,
5.2.5 When the clearance from the floor to the draw-off
4.1.2.4 40-gal (151.4-L) capacity, assembly is to be other than that specified in 7.1;
4.1.2.5 60-gal (227.2-L) capacity,
5.2.6 When Federal or military procurement(s) requires
4.1.2.6 80-gal (302.8-L) capacity,
compliance to the supplementary requirements;
4.1.2.7 100-gal (378.5-L) capacity,
5.2.7 When the water faucet with a swing spout is required;
4.1.2.8 125-gal (472.1-L) capacity,
5.2.8 When a strainer hook is required;
4.1.2.9 150-gal (567.8-L) capacity, and
5.2.9 When a water metering device is required, specifying
4.1.2.10 200-gal (757.0-L) capacity.
the number required and whether it is to be attached to a wall
4.1.3 Grade:
bracket or a kettle bracket or a stand;
4.1.3.1 Grade 1—Maximum Working Pressure Rating of 15
5.2.10 When a graduated measuring stick is required;
to 25 psig (103.4 to 172.4 KPa) or less.
5.2.11 When fill level marks are to be etched on kettle
4.1.3.2 Grade 2—Maximum Working Pressure Rating of 26
interior;
to 50 psig (179.3 to 344.7 KPa) or less.
5.2.12 When a three-basket insert (7.1.9) is required;
4.1.3.3 Grade 3—Maximum Working Pressure Rating of 51
5.2.13 When insulation is required on the outside of the
to 90 psig (351.6 to 620.5 KPa) or less.
kettle body or steam jacket;
5.2.14 If type 430 corrosion-resistant steel is not desired for
the cabinetized style (4.1.4.4);
Available from American Society for Mechanical Engineers, United Engineer-
5.2.15 The type of gas, if applicable: natural, propane, or
ing Center, 345 E. 47th St., New York, NY 10017.
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Available from Standardization Documents Order Desk, Bldg. 4 Section D, 700
other (specifying gas composition, heating value in Btu/ft , and
Robbins Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094, Attn: NPODS or Acquisition Stream-
specific gravity of gas);
lining and Standardization Information System (ASSIST), which is the offical
5.2.16 Electrical power supply characteristics: voltage,
source of all documents listed in the DoD Index of Specfications and Standards. The
ASSIST can be located at http://dsp.dla.mil. frequency, phase, kW input, or amp load, as applicable;
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5.2.17 When other than manufacturer’s standard, following: 44 in. (1219 mm) for 20 to 40-gal (75.7 to 151.4-L)
commercial, domestic packaging is required, specifying the kettles and 51 in. (1295 mm) for 60 to 100-gal (227.2 to
packaging requirements (13.1); 378.5-L) kettles. If applicable, the clearance from the floor to
5.2.18 When special or supplementary, or both, require- the outlet of the draw-off valve shall be a minimum of 12 in.
ments such as inspections, accessories, mounting patterns, (304.8 mm).
utility connections, etc., are required;
7.1.1 Jacketed Steam Chamber—The steam containing part
5.2.19 When specified, a certification to ensure that the
of the kettle shall be rated for the following allowable working
samples representing each lot have been either tested or
pressures (WP):
inspected as directed and that the requirements have been met.
7.1.1.1 Direct Connected Kettles—minimum 15 psi (103.4
When specified, a copy of the certification or test results, or
Kpa), and
both, shall be furnished to the purchaser;
7.1.1.2 Self-Generating Kettles—minimum 15 psi (103.4
5.2.20 The location for the tilt mechanism on tilt kettles, if
Kpa).
other than the right-hand side;
7.1.2 The design and construction of the kettle jacket shall
5.2.21 When an automatic tilt mechanism, powered by an
be in accordance with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel
electric motor is desired;
Code, Section VIII, Division 1 with a National Board Regis-
5.2.22 When a pan carrier that holds a standard 12 by 20 by
tration Number.
2 ⁄2-in. steaming pan is required.
7.1.3 Insulation Casing—When insulation is required, it
5.2.22.1 A pan carrier, when specified, shall maintain the
shall be contained in a cylindrical casing designed to conform
top plane of the steamer pan substantially horizontal (within
to the kettle body and steam jacket. The clearance between the
61 in. (625 mm)) through the 90° rotation of kettle.
inner and outer liner of the casing shall be sufficiently wide to
5.2.23 Whether the operational steam valves and accesso-
keep the exterior surface of the kettle from exceeding 140°F
ries listed in 7.3.1 are required.
(60°C) during operation. The outer liner shall be corrosion-
5.2.24 When specified, a certification to ensure that samples
resistant steel conforming to Specification A167, A176, or
representing each lot have been either tested or inspected as
A240/A240M. The top of the casing shall be attached to the
directed and the requirements have been met. When specified,
kettle’s canopy with stainless steel threaded fasteners or rivets.
a copy of the certification or test results, or both, shall be
The bottom of the casing shall terminate below the steam
furnished to the purchaser.
jacket.
6. Materials
7.1.4 Covers—Cover shall be designed so that it will not
deform as a result of normal use. Covers shall be provided with
6.1 General—Steam jacketed kettles shall conform to the
a handle as specified in 7.1.4.3. They shall be provided with a
following requirements:
means of ensuring that condensation returns to the kettle.
6.2 Kettle—The kettle shall be constructed of type 304,
7.1.4.1 One-Piece Cover—Non-tilting, 20, 30, and 40-gal
304L, 316, or 316L corrosion-resistant steel conforming to
(75.7, 113.6, and 151.4-L) kettles shall be provided with a
Specification A167 or A240/A240M.
one-piece hinged or lift-off cover. If applicable, the construc-
6.3 Steam Jacket—The jacket shall be constructed of type
tion of the hinge shall be such that it will retain the cover in an
304, 304L, 316, or 316L corrosion-resistant steel.
open position.
6.3.1 Class B and Class C Steam Jackets—Jackets shall be
7.1.4.2 One-Piece, Spring-Assisted Cover—Non-tilting
fabricated from material conforming to Specification A285/
kettles that are 60 gal (227.2 L) or larger shall have a one-piece
A285M or Specification A516/A516M material and skirted
cover with a spring-assisted lift device to keep the cover open
with type 302 or 304 corrosion-resistant steel conforming to
over the kettle in any position.
Specification A167 or A240/A240M.
7.1.4.3 Handles—The handle should be raised from the
6.4 Style 3 Kettles—Wall brackets and in-wall carriers for
cover and located so as to prevent injury to the operator. The
wall-mounted kettles shall be constructed of material conform-
handle shall be stainless steel and attached to the cover in
ing to Specification A36/A36M.
accordance with ANSI/NSF Std. 4. A heat-insulating grip shall
be provided on the handle. The surface of the grip shall not
6.5 Exterior of Style 4 Jacketed Kettles and Class B or Class
exceed 120°F (48.9°C) during kettle operation when tested in
C Kettles—Unless otherwise specified, material shall be types
accordance with Section 10.
302, 304, 316, or 430 corrosion-resistant steel conforming to
Specification A240/A240M, A167 or A176, as applicable, and
7.1.5 Draw-Off Assembly—Unless otherwise specified, non-
the thickness shall be 20 gauge [0.0375-in. (1-mm) U.S. tilting kettles shall be provided with a minimum 2-in. (50.8-
revised standard gauge] minimum.
mm) diameter draw-off assembly located tangent with the
lowest point inside the kettle. Tilting kettles shall not be
7. Design and Construction
provided with a draw-off assembly unless otherwise specified.
The assembly shall consist of a tube, described in 7.1.5.1, and
7.1 General—The kettle shall be delivered assembled and
a sanitary valve, described in 7.1.5.2.
ready for connection to steam, water, electricity, or gas piping,
as applicable. The kettles are to be equipped with a suitable 7.1.5.1 Tube—The draw-off tube shall be formed of one
drain and exhaust steam termination, if applicable. The height piece of seamless stainless steel tube and shall be welded to the
from the floor to the top rim of the kettle shall not exceed the bottom of the body and the steam jacket. The tube shall
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maintain the same section throughout its length and shall be shall be chromium plated in accordance with Specification
flush with the round opening in the sanitary valve. B456 or made of corrosion-resisting steel conforming to
Specification A176.
7.1.5.2 Sanitary Valve—The valve shall be of a minimum
7.1.11 All exterior surfaces shall be chromium plated in
2-in. (50.8-mm) diameter size, with a compression disc or plug
accordance with Specification B456 or made of corrosion-
construction. It shall be fabricated of type 304 or 316
resisting steel conforming to Specification A176.
corrosion-resistant steel, conforming to Specification A167,
7.1.12 Safety Cut-Off—Type II, Class B and C kettles shall
A176, or A240/A240M. It shall have either a bar-type handle,
be equipped with a device to de-energize the heat source
not less than 5 in. (127 mm) in length, or a round plastic grip,
1 (electric power to the elements or gas to the burners) when the
not less than 2 ⁄8 in. (54 mm) in diameter. The valve shall be
kettle is tilted.
capable of being taken apart without the use of tools.
7.1.13 Thermostat—Class B and C kettles shall have a
7.1.6 Outlet Strainer and Strainer Hook—The draw-off
control that will maintain a desired temperature in the liquid
outlet of the kettle body shall be protected by a removable
being heated in the kettle. It shall be marked with an “off” or
strainer fabricated of stainless steel, specified in 2.1. The
“0” position, or it may have a separate “on/off” switch. An
strainer shall be perforated with nominal ⁄4-in. (6.4-mm)
indicating light shall show when the heating system is ener-
diameter holes located on maximum ⁄16-in. (14.2-mm) centers
gized.
and shall fit snugly into the outlet fitting and be retained as
7.1.14 Control Box—Controls for operation of the fuel
necessary. When specified, a stainless steel strainer hook with
supply shall be located in a protective housing designed to
a loop or tee handle may be provided for removal of the
prevent the entry of spillage from the kettle. This housing shall
strainer and shall be made from nominal ⁄16-in. (8-mm)
be corrosion-resistant steel conforming to Specification A167,
diameter rod, 6 in. (152.4 mm) minimum longer than the
A176, or A240/A240M, and it shall be located on the outside
overall inside depth of the kettle body.
of the kettle and permit easy access to the controls.
7.1.7 Safety Relief Valve—Each kettle shall be provided
7.1.15 Standards—Jacketed kettles shall conform to
with a safety valve on the steam jacket or steam inlet pipe to
ANSI/UL 197, ANSI/NSF Std. 4, and ANSI/NFPA 70 for
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