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YSCFHC18G High Efficiency
Cool Zone Series Gas Fryers
Installation, Operation
Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends
using CFESA Certified Technicians.
Price: $10.00
24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633
OCT 2008
*8196329*
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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 and Dean Factory Authorized Service Center (FASC) 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 quali
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DANGER Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of this appliance without depending upon the gas line connection. Single fryers equipped with legs must be stabilized by installing anchor straps. All fryers equipped with casters must be stabilized by installing restraining chains. If a flexible gas line is used, an additional restraining cable must be connected at all times when the fryer is in use. DANGER The front ledge of the fryer is not a step. Do not stand on t
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YSCFHC18G Cool Zone Gas Fryers INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Page # 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1 2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2-1 3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-1 4. DAILY OPERATION 4-1 5. FILTRATION 5-1 6. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 6-1 7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7-1
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 After Purchase In order to improve service, have the following chart filled in by the Frymaster authorized service technician who installed this equipment. Authorized Service Technician/ASA Address Telephone/Fax Model Number Serial Number Gas Type 1.2 Ordering Parts Customers may order parts directly from their local authorized service agency (ASA). If the
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.3 Service Information Call the Frymaster Service Hotline, 1-800-551-8633, for the location of your nearest factory authorized service center (ASA). To assist you more efficiently, always provide the service technician with the model number, gas type, serial number, and the nature of the problem. 1.4 Computer Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a C
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.5 Safety Information (cont.) DANGER DANGER boxes contain information about actions or conditions, which may cause or result in injury to personnel, may cause damage to your system, and/or cause your system to malfunction. 1.6 Service Personnel A. Qualified and/or Authorized Operating Personnel: Qualified/authorized operating personnel are those who have carefully read the information in
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS 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, conta
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.3 Principles of Operation The incoming gas flows through orifices and is mixed with air in the burners to create the correct ratio for proper combustion. The mixture is ignited at the front end of each heat tube by the pilot light. Internal diffusers slow the flame as it goes through the burner tube. This slow, turbulent flame increases heat transfer to the walls of the tubes to heating th
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.5 Pre-Installation (cont.) DANGER This appliance must be installed with sufficient ventilation to prevent the occurrence of unacceptable concentrations of substances harmful to the health of personnel in the room in which it is installed. B. Clearances: The fryer area must be free of all combustibles. This unit is design-certified for the following installations: 1. Commercial instal
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.6 Air Supply and Ventilation DANGER Do not connect this appliance to the gas supply before reviewing each step in this section. A. Keep the area around the fryer clear to prevent obstruction of combustion and ventilation airflow and to allow for service and maintenance. Always adhere to the following: 1. Do not connect this fryer to an exhaust duct. 2. Follow installation and adjust
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.8 Restraining the Fryer 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 Dean Service Hotline at 1-800-551-8633. 1. Once the fryer has been positioned at the frying station, use a carpenter’s level placed across the top of the frypot to verify that the unit is level, both side-to-si
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION DANGER Hot oil can cause severe burns. Avoid contact. Under all circumstances, oil must be removed from the fryer before attempting to move it to avoid oil spills, falls and severe burns. This fryer may tip and cause personal injury if not secured in a stationary position. DANGER Do not attach an apron drain board to a single unit. The appliance may become unstable, tip over, and cause i
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 Installing the Fryer Qualified, licensed, authorized installation or service personnel only (as defined in Section 1.6) should perform the following: 1. Installation and service of Frymaster equipment; 2. Conversion of this appliance from one gas type to another. Failure to use qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel to install, convert to another
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3.2 Leg and Caster Installation (cont.) 2. When positioning the fryer, gently lower it into position to prevent undue strain to the legs and internal mounting hardware. If possible, use a pallet or lift jack to lift and position the fryer. Tilting the fryer may damage the legs. 3. The rigid casters must be installed on the fryer rear channel assembly only. B. Installation 1. Remove
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3.3 Leveling the Fryer (cont.) • Legs (Only) 1 1. Adjust leg height with an adjustable or 1 / -inch (27-mm) open-end wrench by turning 16 the hex bullet on the bottom of the leg. 2. The hex bullet is for minor leg height adjustment only. Do not adjust more than 1 inch (25 mm). 3. When leveling the unit, the leg body should be held firmly to keep the leg from bending or rotating wh
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3.3 Leveling the Fryer (cont.) ANSI Z83.11/11a-(Latest Edition) requires a fryer be restrained 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 battery of appliances or installing the fryer in an alcove, or by separate means, such as adequate ties (chains, straps, etc.). A brack
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) DANGER "Dry-firing" your unit will cause damage to the frypot and can cause a fire. Before firing the unit, always ensure that melted shortening, cooking oil, or water is in the frypot. 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 contr
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) A. Manifold Pressure: Your local service technician should check the manifold pressure with a manometer. 1. Check the rating plate for manifold gas pressures. Natural gas units normally require 4" W.C., and propane units normally require 11" W.C. gas pressure. 2. Confirm that the arrow forged into the bottom of the regulator body, which indicates gas fl
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YSCFHC18G HIGH EFFICIENCY COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) 2. For an appliance equipped with casters, the installation shall be made with a connector that complies with the Standard for Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances, ANSI Z21.69, or Connectors for Moveable Gas Appliances, CAN/CGA-6.16. A quick- disconnect device that complies with the Standard for Quick-Disconnect Devices for Use with Gas Fuel, ANSI Z21.41, or Q
