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SUFF/UFF Filtration Systems
Installation & Operation Manual
Under Fryer Filter (UFF) and
Single Under Fryer Filter (SUFF)
PARTS LIST
INCLUDED
Frymaster/Dean, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association,
recommends using CFESA Certified Technicians.
OCTOBER 2005
24-Hour Service Hotline
*8195809*
PRINTED IN THE USA
1-800-551-8633
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Please read all sections of this manual and retain for future reference. Installation, maintenance, and repairs should be performed by your Frymaster/Dean Factory Authorized Service Agency. WARNING Safe and satisfactory operation of your equipment depends on its proper installation. Installation MUST conform to local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Electric Code, N.F.P.A. 70. WARNING ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
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NOTICE: If this filter unit is cleaned with water, disconnect the unit from power source before cleaning and thoroughly dry the filter unit before reconnecting to electrical power source. DANGER The crumb tray (if equipped) in portable filter systems must be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations each day. Some food particles can spontaneously combust if left soaking in certain shortening material. NOTICE: Drawings and photos
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1 1.1 Ordering Parts 1-1 1.2 Service Information 1-1 1.3 After Purchase 1-2 1.4 Safety Information 1-2 Chapter 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2-1 2.1 General 2-1 2.2 Rating Plate 2-1 2.3 Pre-installation 2-2 2.4 Unpacking the Filter System 2-2 Chapter 3 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-1 3.1 General 3-1 3.2 Filte
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 Ordering Parts Customers may order parts directly from their local Factory Authorized Service Center (FASC). See the numbers listed in section 1.2 to find your nearest FASC. To speed up your order, the following information is required: Model Number Type Serial Number Optional Features Item Part Number Quantity Needed 1.2 Service Information Call the 1-800-551-8633 or (318) 865-1711 Service Ho
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.3 After Purchase In order to improve service, have the following chart filled in by the Frymaster/Dean Authorized Service Technician who installed this equipment. Authorized Service Technician/FASC Address Telephone/Fax Model Number Serial Number 1.4 Safety Information Before attempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly. Throughout this manual, you will find notati
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.1 General Multi-batteried frying systems can come equipped with the Under Fryer Filter (UFF) system. Single fryers can come equipped with the Single Under Fryer Filter (SUFF) system. Filter design varies according to the model of the fryer/frying system. Oil or shortening is drained from the fryer into the filter pan, then pumped back into the frypot by means of oil-return plumbing built into the fryer. Filteri
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.3 Pre-installation NOTE: Failure to use qualified service personnel will void the Dean warranty. A. Standards: Usage of this filter unit must be in accordance with all applicable state and local codes. B. Electrical Connections: SUFF/UFF filter systems require connection to a 120V, 60-cycle, 15-amp power supply, or a 220V, 50-cycle, 7-amp power supply. Units are equipped with a grounded male receptacle for use
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION WARNING Drawings and photos used in this manual are intended to illustrate operational, cleaning and technical procedures and may not conform to on-site management operational procedures. 3.1 General Most SUFF/UFF systems use filter paper as the filter medium. Some filter systems can be special ordered with a filter-leaf assembly, which eliminates the need for filter paper. Both types require the use of
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2 Filter Preparation On initial installation and before each use, clean the filter: a. remove all loose parts from the filter, b. wash the filter pan and all accessories in hot, soapy water, c. and dry thoroughly. 3.2.1 Filter Unit Identification Current Production SUFF/UFF filtration systems use filter paper or a filter-leaf to remove impurities. Filter paper is held in place by a hold-down ri
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION Previous Production Previous production filter units differed slightly from current production units. There were two types of hold-down rings: the latchless or weighted hold-down ring (similar to current production) and the latching hold-down ring. 1. Filter pan. 6 2. Filter support grid. 3. Filter paper. 7 4. Hold-down ring. 5. Crumb screen. 6. Front pan cover. 5 7. Rear pan cover. 4 2 3 1 Latch
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2.1 Filter Unit Identification (cont.) A latching hold-down ring filter assembly is shown below: 1. Filter pan. 7 2. Filter support grid. 4 3. Filter paper. 4. Hold-down ring. 5. Crumb screen. 6 3 6. Front pan cover. 7. Rear pan cover. 5 2 1 Latching hold-down ring filter assembly (previous production). 3-4
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2.1 Filter Unit Identification (cont.) SUFF/UFF systems incorporating a filter-leaf assembly use a fine mesh screen to filter impurities and debris from the oil. The oil is pumped through the screen and then returned to the frypot. The advantages of the filter-leaf include unlimited re-use and the elimination of paper cost. Filter pans with filter-leaf assemblies are assembled as illustrated below: 5 1
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2.2 Assembling the Filter Assembling Filter Units with Latchless Hold-down Rings 1. Place the support grid in the bottom of filter pan. Support grid properly placed in filter pan. 2. Put one filter paper sheet on top of the support grid. Be sure the paper covers the filter pan bottom and laps two inches onto the Ensure filter paper overlaps two inches on all p
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2.2 Assembling the Filter (cont.) 4. Sprinkle 8 ounces of filter powder on the filter sheet. Ensure the powder covers the filter paper evenly. Sprinkle the proper amount of filter powder evenly over the paper. 5. Place the crumb screen in the filter pan. Allow the crumb screen to rest on the top edges of the hold-down ring. Crumb screen prope
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2.2 Assembling the Filter (cont.) Assembling Filter Units with Latching Hold-down Rings 1. Place the filter screen in the pan. Ensure it is properly seated in the bottom recess. Placing filter screen (pan grid) in filter pan. 2. Place one sheet of filter paper over the filter screen. 3. Install the hold-down ring over the filter paper. Ensure the hold-do
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2.2 Assembling the Filter (cont.) 4. Latch the hold-down ring to lock the filter paper in place. Simultaneously lock both clamps in place by pressing down and in on each clamp (see photo at right). Locking hold-down ring in place. 5. Sprinkle 1-cup (8 ounces/227 grams) evenly over the paper. Applying filter powder to filter paper. 6. Instal
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2.2 Assembling the Filter (cont.) 7. Place filter pan covers (2) onto the filter pan assembly. Ensure the front cover is correctly positioned over the slip fitting (if applicable). Slip fitting orientation may vary according to fryer system. Pan covers properly placed on filter pan. Assembling Filter Units with the Filter-Leaf 1. Remove the filter pan lid. Fi
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2.2 Assembling the Filter (cont.) 3. Apply the proper amount of filter powder to the filter-leaf, using the manufacturer’s recommended amount. Applying filter powder to filter-leaf. 4. Place the crumb tray in pan after filter powder application. Crumb screen properly placed in filter pan. 5. Replace the pan lid. Ensure the pickup tube is
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SUFF/UFF FILTRATION SYSTEMS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 3.2.3 Installing the Filter 1. Slide the filter inside the fryer cabinet. For latchless and latching hold-down ring equipped filters, ensure the male-female slip- fitting coupling is fully engaged. Ensure the filter pan opening is directly under the center dump tube (current) or angled drain tubes (previous) to avoid splashing hot oil. The filter pan slides under the fryer (above), connecting wi
