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INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL
1GRBD & GRBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS
With KleenScreen PLUS® Filtration Systems
MODELS:
1G4BD ML-136647
1G6BD ML-136648
1G8BD ML-136649
2G4BDF ML-136650
3G4BDF ML-136653
4G4BDF ML-136656
2G6BDF ML-136651
3G6BDF ML-136654
4G6BDF ML-136657
2G8BDF ML-136652
3G8BDF ML-136655
4G8BDF ML-136681
2XG4BDF ML-136658
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS 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 THE MAIN
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY………………………………………. 2 INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………… 4 GENERAL…………………………………………………………… 4 ORDERING PARTS………………………………………………… 4 FRYER CAPACITIES………………………………………………. 4 UNPACKING………………………………………………………… 4 INSTALLATION…………………………………………………………...…… 5 Clearances…………………………………………………... 6 Location ………………..……………………………….…. 6 CODES AND STANDARDS……………………………………….. 6 ASSEMBLY …………..…………………………………………… 7 FLUE CONNECTION…………
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS INTRODUCTION GENERAL Vulcan Fryers are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result in years of satisfactory performance. Before installing the fryer, thoroughly read this manual and carefully follow all instruction. This manual is applicable to model listed on the cover page. Procedures in this manual will apply to all models unless specified. Pictures and illustrations can be of any model
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS Check that the following have been included: Crumb Rack(s) Basket Hanger(s) Tank Brush Adjustable Casters (4) two locking, two non-locking for freestanding fryers. Fryer Batteries with the KleenScreen PLUS® Filtration System have casters installed from the factory. Drain Pipe Extension for freestanding fryers only. Twin Fry Baskets (2) per fry tank Cleanout Rod Crumb Scoop Fryer Batteries with the KleenScreen PLUS® Filtration System • Filter
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS Clearances: Minimum clearance from combustible construction: 6” (15 cm) from the sides of the fryer 6” (15 cm) from the back of the fryer The fryer may be installed on combustible floors. Minimum clearance from noncombustible construction: 0” from the sides of the fryer 0” from the back of the fryer Between the fryer and any open-top flame units: 16” (41 cm) Allow space for servicing and operation. Location: Install fryer in an are
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA. 02169-7471. In the commonwealth of Massachusetts all gas appliances vented through a ventilation hood or exhaust system with a damper or with a power means of exhaust shall comply with 248 CMR. In Canada: Local codes CAN/CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas Installation (latest edition). CAN/C
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS GAS CONNECTION 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 rear of the fryer. Codes require that a gas shutoff valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the fryer. The gas supply line must be at least the equivalent of ½” (12.7 mm) iron pipe for single units and 1-1/4” (31.75 mm) for batteries. If using the optional quick-di
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS When installing a quick disconnect you must also install a means for limiting the movement of the fryer. This device will prevent the gas line or quick disconnect from being strained. The restraining device should be attached to the cutout on the back panel. See illustration for location. In Australia, use only the caster supplied by the manufacturer for the fryer device. The fryer must be installed using a hose ass
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS LEVELING THE FRYER Check the level of the fryer by placing a level on top of the fryer after gas connections have been made. Ensure that the fryer is level front-to-back and side-to-side in the final installed position. If using casters, lock the wheels after unit is level. OPERATION Hot oil and parts can cause burns. Use care when operating, cleaning and servicing the fryer. Spilling hot frying compound can cause severe b
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS FILLING TANK WITH SHORTENING Close the drain valve. Fill the fryer tank with shortening. Vulcan recommends using liquid shortening. Shortening level should be between the MIN and MAX lines in the fryer tank. Shortening will expand when heated. Do not fill the fryer tank past the MAX line. Press the melt switch to liquid or solid shortening. Add fresh shortening as needed to maintain oil
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS Fry Basket Guidelines Do not overfill baskets. (See fry basket capacity below) Carefully lower basket into oil. When frying doughnuts and fritters, turn product only once during frying. When cooking French fries or onion rings, shake the basket several times. Batter covered foods should be dropped carefully, one by one, into shortening or basket. If you use the basket, first dip the basket into the shortening to reduce batter-build up
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS Solid State Knob Control Temperature Knob Control Melt Switch Power Switch Filter Switch (for those models with KleenScreen PLUS® Filter Systems) Start Button TURNING ON THE FRYER Open the door to the fryer. Select Liquid or Solid Shortening pressing the switch to the desired selection. Set temperature by turning th
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS EXTENDED SHUTDOWN 1. Open the door to the fryer. Press the power switch to the OFF position. 2. Thoroughly drain the fryer. Refer to DRAINING THE FRYER. 3. Clean the fryer according to CLEANING. 4. Turn off the main gas shutoff valve. FILTERING THE OIL Hot oil and hot parts can cause burns. Use care when operating, cleaning, and servicing the fryer. Filter shortening at least once a day. 1. A cold fryer wil
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS DRAINING THE TANK 1. Open the door to the fryer. The power must remain ON for the fryer to filter correctly. 2. Insert the drain extension into the drain valve. Tighten only hand tight. 3. Direct the drain spout into the container that you want to drain the shortening into. 4. Open the drain valve slowly allowing the oil to drain into the container. When the container is full or the fryer tank is empty, close the drain valve. Repeat this step unt
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS 9. Drain the tank according to DRAINING THE TANK. Rinse thoroughly with clear, hot water. All traces of cleaner must be removed. Dry the tank thoroughly. 10. Close the drain valve and add shortening. Follow the FILLING TANK WITH SHORTENING procedure in this manual. The fryer is now ready for use. Press the start button to begin heating the shortening. CLEANING Hot oil and hot parts can cause burns. Use care when operating,
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS KleenScreen Plus® Filtration System Installation and Operational Manual for “BDF” Models 2G4BDF Shown GAS KleenScreen PLUS® Models: 2G4BDF ML-136650 3G4BDF ML-136653 4G4BDF ML-136656 2G6BDF ML-136651 3G6BDF ML-136654 4G6BDF ML-136657 2G8BDF ML-136652 3G8BDF ML-136655 4G8BDF ML-136681 2XG4BD
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS Filtering Instructions for KleenScreen PLUS® Fryers General The KleenScreen PLUS® filtration system filters the oil as it is pumped back into its’ respective tank(s). Only one tank can be drained and filtered at a time. Under no circumstances should both tanks be drained at the same time. Assembly • After unpacking, wash the filter pan, crumb basket and filter screen assembly. Make sure you remove the insert located inside the filter screen. U
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS Fully assembled filter screen assembly: Fig. 2 Secure Tube with Suction Tube Clip Filter Screen Lays Flat On Bottom of Filter Pan Fig. 3 Micro-Filtration Fabric Envelope Assembly: Same Suction Tube Fabric Envelope Insert (Different from Screen Assembly) Fabric Envelope Closing Clip Same Knurled Knob Fig. 4 VULCAN-HART
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GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS INSTRUCTIONS TO REMOVE & REPLACE KLEENSCREEN PLUS® FILTER ENVELOPE FOR ABSOLUTE FILTRATION & MAXIMUM FLOW RATE WE RECOMMEND YOU CHANGE YOUR FILTER ENVELOPES AT EVERY OIL CHANGE (10-14 DAYS DEPENDING ON OIL USAGE). Step 1 Discard all oil from the filter vessel, (see pages 23 or 24). When the filter pan is empty, use a spatula and scrape off all debris left on the filter envelope and in the filter pan. Step 2 Unscrew “S” Tube from filter
