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HGFD45
HOBART HG SERIES GAS FRYERS
WITH OR WITHOUT FILTER-IN-A-DRAWER
MODELS
HGFS25 ML-126410 HGS35F ML-126952
HGFS35 ML-126411 HGS45F ML-126955
HGFS45 ML-126412 HGS65F ML-126958
HGFS65 ML-126413 HGS85F ML-126961
HGFS85 ML-126414 HGD35F ML-126953
HGFD25 ML-126415 HGD45F ML-126956
HGFD35 ML-126416 HGD65F ML-126959
HGFD45 ML-126417 HGD85F ML-126962
HGFD65 ML-126418 HGC35F ML-126954
HGFD85 ML-126419 HGC45F ML-126957
HGFC35 ML-126420 HGC65F ML-126960
HGFC45 ML-126421 HGC85F ML-126963
HGFC65 ML-12642
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IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED. THIS INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER. IMPORTANT IN THE EVENT A GAS ODOR IS DETECTED, SHUT DOWN UNITS AT MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE AND CONTACT THE LOCAL GAS COMPANY OR GAS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................. 5 Specifications ........................................................................................................................................... 5 Options and Features ............................................................................................................................... 6 Batte
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont.) HGC Series ....................................................................................................................................................21 Controls ....................................................................................................................................................21 Control Guide .....................................................................................................................................21 Pr
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF MODELS HGS, HGD AND HGC SERIES GAS FRYERS PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Hobart HG Series Gas Fryers are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance of your fryer will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided. The Mobile Filter, used for filter-ready fryers, is covered in a sep
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OPTIONS AND FEATURES Stainless Steel Tank (Standard) Basket Lift with Timer (D and C series) Tri-, Twin- or Single-Basket (D and C series) Manual Pilot or Electronic Ignition (D and C series) Manual Pilot (S series only) Filter-Ready (Stand alone fryers only) Filter-In-A-Drawer (Model numbers ending in F) BATTERY CONFIGURATIONS Batteries can be configured with any HG Series Fryer or Frymate Dump Station; only one Frymate Dump Station per battery (Fig. 1). All fryers can be free
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FIELD-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES FACTORY-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES Casters Basket Lift* Twin Baskets S/S Sides Tri-Baskets (65 and 85 models only) Battery Configuration Single Baskets Battery Interplumbing (Model numbers ending in F) Heat Lamp Electronic Igniter* Flex Hose 4' (1.2 m) Gas Connection *Not available on S series. Flex hose S/S 5' (1.5 m) Gas Connection Vat Cover Battery Tray Tank Skimmer Tank Scoop HGF SERIES FRYMATE (DUMP STATION) 1 Model HGFO Frymate Dump St
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INSTALLATION Before installing the fryer, verify that the type of gas (natural or propane) agrees with the specifications on the fryer data plate, which is located on the inside of the door panel. Ensure the fryer is configured for the proper elevation. UNPACKING This fryer was carefully inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking the fryer, check for possible shipping
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LOCATION The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances. Minimum clearance from combustible construction is 6" (15 cm) from the sides and 6" (15 cm) from the back of the fryer. Minimum clearance from noncombustible construction is 0" from the sides and 0" from the back. At least 16" (41 cm) clearance must be between the fryer and any open-top flame units. Adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation must be allowed. The unit may be installed on combustible fl
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ASSEMBLY When installed, the fryer must be restrained to prevent tipping to avoid the splashing of hot liquid. The means of restraint may be the manner of installation, such as connection to a battery of appliances or installing the fryer in an alcove, or by separate means, such as adequate ties. Fryers Mounted on Legs (Non-Batteried Fryers) Fryers serviced from the rear must have a minimum clearance of 18" (46 cm) from the wall when mounted on legs. 1. Position fryer in an open space near the f
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GAS CONNECTIONS CAUTION: ALL GAS SUPPLY CONNECTIONS AND ANY PIPE JOINT COMPOUND MUST BE RESISTANT TO THE ACTION OF PROPANE GASES. The gas inlet is located on the lower right rear of the fryer. Codes require that a gas shutoff valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the fryer. 1 1 The gas supply line must be at least the equivalent of /2" iron pipe for single units and 1 /4" for batteries. 3 1 If using the optional quick-disconnect flex hose; /4" iron pipe for single units, 1 /4" iron pipe fo
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LEVELING FRYER 1. Place a spirit level on top of the fryer after gas connections have been made. 2. Adjust the legs to ensure that the fryer is level front-to-back and side-to side in the final installed position. FLUE CONNECTIONS The fryer must be located under a hood with adequate connection to an exhaust duct. The hood must extend 6" (15 cm) beyond fryer sides. Adequate ventilation must be provided and comply with Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, ANSI-NFPA Standard #96 (latest edition),
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OPERATION WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. WARNING: SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT MOVE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK. BEFORE FIRST USE Clean the protective metal oils from all surface parts and the tank interior using a noncorrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner. Follow the cleaner manufacturer's directions. Rinse thoroughly and drain (open the front door to
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STARTUP WITH MANUAL PILOT CAUTION: BEFORE TURNING THE BURNERS ON, THE FRY TANK MUST BE FILLED WITH LIQUID OR MELTED SHORTENING. 1. Plug the power cord into an appropriate grounded receptacle and turn the main gas valve on. 2. Fill the fry tank with shortening. If using solid shortening, the fryer must be equipped with a melt cycle. 3. Open access door; push the gas valve extension arm in and turn to OFF (Fig. 5). Wait 5 minutes for the unburned gas to vent. PL-50579 Fig. 5 4. Push the gas valve
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STARTUP WITH ELECTRONIC IGNITER CAUTION: BEFORE TURNING THE BURNERS ON, THE FRY TANK MUST BE FILLED WITH LIQUID OR MELTED SHORTENING. 1. Plug the power cord into an appropriate grounded receptacle and turn the main gas valve on. 2. Fill the fry tank with shortening. If using solid shortening, the fryer must be equipped with a melt cycle. 3. Open access door; turn the gas valve extension arm located inside the cabinet door to OFF (Fig. 6). Wait 5 minutes for unburned gas to vent. PL-50578 Fig. 6
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HGS SERIES CONTROLS The thermostat controls the temperature of the shortening in the frytank. Turn the knob to set the desired temperature. PL-56429 USING THE FRYER (After Startup) 1. Load basket; do not overfill. See Recommended Basket Capacities on page 30. 2. Carefully lower baskets into the shortening. SHUTDOWN 1. Turn the thermostat knob to OFF. 2. Turn the gas valve extension arm to PILOT (the pilot will continue to burn). 3. To shut off all gas to the system, including the pilot, turn ga
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HGD SERIES CONTROLS HGD Series Fryers are equipped with digital controls and a solid state thermostat. P BOIL PROGRAM UP TEMP DOWN PL-56430 Control Guide CONTROL DESCRIPTION Power switch; for turning the fryer on or off. For cleaning purposes when the fryer is filled with water. Temperature is maintained at approxmiately 192°F (89°C). BOIL For entering and exiting the program mode. For scrolling through P program parameters. PROGRAM Raises and lowers left fry basket (optional). Starts and stops
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PROGRAMMING Temperature, time and other parameters must be set before operating. Once these parameters are set, the fryer can be operated at the touch of a button. Press to enter the program mode and scroll through the parameters. If the Parameter Lock feature P is on, LoC is displayed in the window and program entry cannot be accessed. To access the program mode while LoC is on, press within 6 seconds of pressing . To turn the P UP UP DOWN DOWN Parameter Lock feature off, see Program
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Melt Options (HGD Series) When using solid shortening in the fryer, the CY S (solid shortening) option must be used. Solid shortening must be gently warmed to a liquid state before heating to frying temperatures. Melting solid shortening without using this option will damage the fry tank and scorch the shortening. The controller has three options for bring shortening up to temperature: CY L (Liquid shortening) - For slowly bringing liquid shortening up to temperature. CY S (Solid shortening) -
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USING THE FRYER (After Startup) Models Without Basket Lift Option 1. Load the fry basket(s); do not overfill. See Recommended Basket Capacities on page 30. 2. Carefully lower basket(s) into shortening. 3. Press to start the left timer. Press to start the right timer. 4. When the timer times out, a beeper sounds. Press silence the left timer beeper. Press to silence the right timer beeper. Models With Basket Lift Option 1. Place the fry basket(s) on the lift arm. 2. Load the fry bask
