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Frymaster BK1814 Series
Gas Fryers
Installation & Operation Manual
Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends
using CFESA Certified Technicians.
MAR 2011
24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633
www.frymaster.com
*8196557*
E-mail: service@frymaster.com
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Please read all sections of this manual and retain for future reference. NOTICE This appliance is intended for professional use only and is to be operated by qualified personnel only. A Frymaster Factory Authorized Service agency (FAS) or other qualified professional should perform installation, maintenance, and repairs. Installation, maintenance, or repairs by unqualified personnel may void the manufacturer’s warranty. See Chapter 1 of this manual for definitions of qualified perso
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DANGER Improper installation, adjustment, maintenance or service, and unauthorized alterations or modifications can cause property damage, injury, or death. Read the installation, operating and service instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. Only qualified service personnel may convert this appliance to use a gas other than that for which it was originally configured. See Chapter 1 of this manual for definition of qualified service personnel. DANGER A
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FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND THE FRYMASTER BK1814 GAS SERIES
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BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Installation & Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Page # 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1 1.1 After Purchase 1-1 1.2 Ordering Parts 1-1 1.3 Service Information 1-1 1.4 Computer Information 1-1 1.5 Safety Information 1-2 1.6 Service Personnel 1-3 2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2-1 2.1 Receiving and Unpacking Equipment 2-1 2.2 General 2-2 2.3 Principles of Operation 2-3 2.4 Rating Plate 2-3 2.5 Pre-Installation 2-3 2.6 Air Supply and Ventilation 2-5 2.7 Equi
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1814 Series Gas Fryers Installation & Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.) Page # 5. FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 5-1 5.1 Draining and Manual Filtering 5-1 5.2 General Filtration Information 5-2 5.3 Filtration Preparation 5-2 5.4 Daily Filtration Operation 5-6 5.5 Operating the Filter 5-8 6. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 6-1 6.1 General 6-1 7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7-1 7.1 General 7-1 7.2 Pilot Burner Malfunction 7-1 7.3 Main Burner Malfunctions 7-2 7.4 Wiring Diagram, Main
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BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 Applicability and Validity The Frymaster 1814 Series gas model family (HD models) has been approved by the European Union for sale and installation in the following EU countries: AT, BE, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, IE, IT, LU, NL, NO, PT and SE. This manual is applicable to and valid for all Frymaster 1814 gas units sold in English- speaking countries, including those in the European Union. Where conflicts exist between instructio
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BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4 Service Information Call the Frymaster Service Hotline, 1-800-551-8633, for the location of your nearest factory authorized service center. To assist you more efficiently, always provide the service technician with the model number, gas type, serial number, and the nature of the problem. 1.5 Computer Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
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BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 1: Introduction 1.7 Service Personnel A. Qualified and/or Authorized Operating Personnel 1. Qualified/authorized operating personnel are those who have carefully read the information in this manual and have familiarized themselves with the equipment functions, or have had previous experience with the operation of equipment covered in this manual. 2. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, s
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Fryer Chapter 2: Important Information 2.1 Receiving and Unpacking Equipment A. Check that the container is upright. Use an outward prying motion - no hammering - to remove the carton. Unpack the fryer carefully and remove all accessories from the carton. Do not discard or misplace these, as they will be needed. B. After unpacking, immediately check the equipment for visible signs of shipping damage. If damage has occurred, contact the carrier and file the
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryer Chapter 2: Important Information 2.2 General (cont.) Where conflicts exist between instructions and information in this manual and local code or national codes, or regulations, installation and operation shall comply with the codes or regulations in force in the country in which the equipment is installed. DANGER Building codes prohibit a fryer with its open tank of hot oil/shortening from being installed beside an open flame of any type, incl
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryer Chapter 2: Important Information DANGER Fryers MUST be connected ONLY to the gas type identified on the attached rating plate. 2.6 Pre-installation DANGER No structural material on the fryer should be altered or removed to accommodate placement of the fryer under a hood. Questions? Call the Frymaster Service Hotline at 1-800-551-8633. DANGER Do not connect this appliance to the gas supply before reviewing all information in this chapte
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryer Chapter 2: Important Information 2.6 Pre-installation (cont.) C. Installation Standards 1. U.S. installations must meet: 2. Canadian installations must meet: American National Standard Institute CAN 1-B149 Installation Codes ANSI Z83.11 Canadian Gas Association American Gas Association 55 Scarsdale Road 8501 E. Pleasant Valley Road Don Mills, ONT, M3B 2R3 Cleveland, OH 44131 National Electrical Code Canadian Electric Code c22.1, part
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryer Chapter 2: Important Information 2.7 Air Supply and Ventilation (cont.) D. Do not place the fryer’s flue outlet directly into the plenum of the hood, as it will affect the gas combustion of the fryer. E. Never use the interior of the fryer cabinet for storage or store items on shelving over or behind the fryer. Exhaust temperatures can exceed 800°F (427°C) and may damage or melt items stored in or near the fryer. F. Adequate distance must be
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 3: Installation 3.1 Installing the Fryer This appliance shall be installed in conformity with the current regulations and used only in a well-ventilated location. A. Initial Installation: If the fryer is installed with legs, do not push the fryer to adjust its position. Use a pallet or lift jack to lift the fryer slightly, and then place the fryer where it is to be installed. B. Relocating the fryer: Remove all weight from each leg be
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 3: Installation 3.3 Gas Connections DANGER Before connecting new pipe to this appliance the pipe must be blown out thoroughly to remove all foreign material. Foreign material in the burner and gas controls will cause improper and dangerous operation. U.S. NATIONAL CODE REQUIREMENTS This equipment is to be installed in compliance with the Basic Plumbing Code of the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc. (B
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 3: Installation 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) Gas Supply Type and Pressure Gas Supply Type Gas Supply Pressure Natural Gas 6-10" W.C. (Dynamic) Propane (LP) Gas 11-13" W.C. (Dynamic) DANGER When pressure-testing incoming gas supply lines, disconnect the fryer from the gas line if the test pressure is ½" PSI [3.45 kPa (14 inches W.C.)] or greater to avoid damage to the fryer’s gas piping and gas valve(s). DANGER All connections m
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 3: Installation 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) DANGER When pressure-testing incoming gas supply lines, disconnect the fryer from the gas line if the test pressure is ½" PSI [3.45 kPa (14 inches W.C.)] or greater to avoid damage to the fryer’s gas piping and gas valve(s). D. Manifold Pressure: Your local service technician should check the manifold pressure with a manometer. 1. Check the rating plate for specific manifold gas pres
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 3: Installation 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) WARNING Do not attach accessories to this fryer unless fryer is secured from tipping. Personal injury may result. 2. The fryer must be restrained by means independent of the flexible coupling or connector in order to limit the movement of the fryer. Restraining brackets are located on the back panel of the fryer for the attachment of restraints. 3. If disconnection of the restraint is
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Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 3: Installation The 1814 Series gas fryer has received the CE mark for the countries and gas categories indicated in the table below. NOTE: The nominal heat input (QN) is 21kW except for AT, DE, LU and category 3P/B, which is 23kW. CE Approved Gas Categories by Country COUNTRIES CATEGORIES GAS PRESSURE (MBAR) G20 20 AUSTRIA (AT) II2H3B/P G30, G31 50 I2E(R)B G20, G25 20, 25 BELGIUM (BE) I3+ G30, G31 28-30, 37 G20 20 DENMARK
