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There's Always Something Cooking!
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
For Food, Donut, Chicken, and Fish Fryers
Covering Models
20, 24, 26, and 34
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MTS # PF17-01 Pitco Frialator #L20-078 Revision 3 Rev. Date 09/09/96
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NOTICES There are three different types of notices that you should be familiar with, a NOTICE, CAUTION, and WARNING. A NOTICE is a special note used to call attention to a particularly important point. CAUTION is used to point out a procedure or operation which may cause equipment damage. The WARNING notice is the most important of the three because it warns of an operation that may cause personal injury. Please familiarize yourself with your new cooker before operating it and heed the notice
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SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY WARNING The fryer may be equipped with an oil proof, electrical supply cord with a three prong safety plug. This is to protect operators from electrical shock hazard in the event of an equipment malfunction. DO NOT cut or remove the grounding (third) prong from this plug. WARNING There is an open flame inside the fryer. The unit may get hot enough to set near by materials on fire. Keep the area around the fryer free from combus- tibles. WARNING NEVER supply
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SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY WARNING Ensure that the fryer can get enough air to keep the flame burning correctly. If the flame is starved for air it can give of a dangerous carbon monoxide gas. Carbon Monoxide is a clear odorless gas that can cause suffocation. WARNING If your appliance operates on line voltage, the power supply must be disconnected before servicing or cleaning the appliance. WARNING The fryer must be properly restrained to prevent movement or tipping. This restraint mus
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Table of Contents Section Title Page Safety Notice Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................ i-ii List of Tables and Figures .............................................................................................................. iii Chapter 1: General Information and Installation .................................................................. 1-1 1.1 WHICH FRYER DO I HAVE?.................
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Table of Contents (Continued) Section Title Page Chapter 2: Operating Instructions .......................................................................................... 2-1 2.1 FILLING THE FRYER ............................................................................................ 2-1 2.1.1 Filling the Fryer With Liquid Shortening ............................................................. 2-1 2.1.2 Filling the Fryer With Solid Shortening ...........................................
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List of Tables and Figures Table Title Page 1-1 Ventilation and Fire Safety References ...................................................................... 1-6 Figure Title Page 1-1 Pilot Assembly, Flame Adjustment ............................................................................ 1-9 1-2 Main Burner Conditions ........................................................................................... 1-11 1-3 Typical Gas Valve Showing Location of Pressure Regulator and Pilot Adjuste
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Chapter 1: General Information and Installation Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pitco Frialator universal fryer. This unit will give you many years of reliable service if you follow the simple operation and maintenance procedures in this manual. Contained in this manual are the general installation, operation, and maintenance procedures for the universal fryer Models 20, 24, 26 & 34. 1.1 WHICH FRYER DO I HAVE? There are many models and options available for the gas fryer, each wit
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1.2 CHECKING YOUR NEW FRYER Your new fryer has been carefully packed into a crate. Every effort has been made to ensure that your fryer will be delivered to you in perfect condition. As you unpack your new fryer, inspect each of the pieces for damage. If something is damaged, DO NOT sign the bill of lading. Contact the shipper immediately, because the shipper is only responsible for 15 days after delivery. Check the packing list enclosed with your fryer to ensure that you have received all
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d. When all four legs are mounted, stand the unit up being careful not to put too much weight on any one leg. Adjust the height and level the fryer by adjusting the leveling devices on the leg with the water pump pliers. 1.3.2 Heat Deflector Installation If the fryer requires a heat deflector, you will find a removable label at the rear top edge of the unit. This label has instructions for positioning and installation of the heat deflector. Refer to the label and the instructions below to inst
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1.4 INSTALLATION WARNING The fryer must be properly restrained to prevent movement or tipping. This restraint must prevent the fryer from movements that would splash hot liquids on personnel. This restraint may be by any means (alcove installation, adequate ties, or battery installation). Although it is possible for you to install and set up your new fryer, it is STRONGLY recommended that you have it done by qualified professionals. The professionals that install your new fryer will know the
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1.4.2.1 Fuel Types - Each fryer is equipped to work with one type of fuel. The type of fuel with which the appliance is intended to operate is stamped on the data plate attached to the inside of the door. WARNING DO NOT use an open flame to check for gas leaks! 1.4.2.2 Fuel Supply Line Leak and Pressure Testing - The fuel supply system must be tested before the fryer is used. If the fuel line is going to be tested at a pressure greater than (>)1/2 PSIG (3.45 kPa), make sure that the fryer is d
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1.4.3 Electrical Connection The electrical service used by the fryer must comply with local codes. If there are no local codes that apply, refer to the National Electrical Code (NEC) to install the service. In Canada refer to CSA Standard C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 & 2, and local codes. Wiring diagrams are provided inside the fryer control box. The power requirements for the fryer are shown below. North America International Input Voltage 120 VAC, 60Hz 220 (or 240) VAC, 50Hz Curre
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Table 1-2 Ventilation and Fire Safety References Underwriters Laboratory National Fuel Gas Code Topic Document Document Grease Extractor ANSI/UL 710-1981 ANSI/NFPA 96-1987 Ventilation Hood ANSI/UL 705-1984 ANSI/NFPA 96-1987 Filter Unit ANSI/UL 586-1985 ANSI/NFPA 96-1987 ANSI/UL 900-1987 Types of Fire Extingushers and Detection Equipment CO ANSI/UL 154-1983 ANSI/NFPA 12-1989 2 Dry Chemical ANSI/UL 299-1984 ANSI/NFPA 17-1985 Water ANSI/UL 626-1984 ANSI/NFPA 13-1989 Foam ANSI/NFPA 11-1988 Sprinkle
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1.5 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS After your fryer has been installed as described in section 1.4, it needs to be adjusted to ensure that it will perform as designed. These adjustments must be performed by a qualified person. To perform these adjustment the following tools will be needed: • Manometer (low pressure gauge) • Digital Thermometer (Temperature probe) • DC Millivolt Meter 1.5.1 Visual Checks Before you begin filling and adjusting the fryer, perform the following visual checks: a. After the fr
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OFF T ON O L I P T 1.5.2.1 Lighting Instructions for Manual Pilot Lights - To light the pilot light refer to the following instructions. WARNING Wait 5 minutes before attempting to relight the pilot to allow for any gas in the fryer to dissipate. a. Open the gas supply valves to the fryer. b. Turn the thermostat control knob counterclockwise to the OFF position. c. Turn the gas valve knob to the PILOT position and push in on the knob. Hold the knob in for approximately one minute to purge the ai
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AB Figure 1-1 Pilot Assembly, Flame Adjustment a. This test requires a DC millivolt meter set to a scale of 0-1000mv. Using test leads with sharp probes will help in taking the required reading. b. Locate the thermopile wires coming from the thermostat/limit box going to the gas valve. The wire insulation size decreases near the gas valve connections. c. Using the positive (+) test probe, connect the probe to High Limit wire terminal. On UFM systems pierce High Limit wire insulation at the ga
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c. Turn the gas valve knob to the ON position. d. Turn the fryer ON/OFF/TEST switch to the ON position. If the fryer is equipped with the optional melt cycle, place the switch in the MELT ON position. e. Turn the thermostat to the desired temperature setting. f. The main burner will light and be controlled by the thermostat. g. The POWER ON light will come on and remain on as long as the power switch is in the ON position. The HEATING light will be lit when the main burners are on. 1.5.2.2.1 E
