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INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
TK SERIES STANDARD AND
FILTER-READY GAS FRYERS
STANDARD FILTER-READY
MODEL FRYER FRYER
TK35 ML-52096 ML-52062
TK45 ML-52097 ML-52063
TK65 ML-52098 ML-52064
MODEL TK35
VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791
FORM 30608 (Rev. A, 8-95)
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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 GA
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Installation, Operation and Care of TK SERIES STANDARD & FILTER-READY GAS FRYERS KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE GENERAL Vulcan-Hart TK Series Fryers are available in three different models with varying capacities: Product Lb Total Lb Model Per Basket of Product 1 TK35 1 /2 3 1 TK45 2 /2 5 TK65 3 6 Your Vulcan-Hart Gas Fryer is produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance of your fryer will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It
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LOCATION The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances. Minimum clearance from combustible and non-combustible construction is 6" from the sides and 6" from the back of the fryer. There must be at least 16" clearance between the fryer and any open top flame units. Adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation must be allowed. The fryer may be installed on combustible floors. Install the fryer in an area with sufficient air supply for combustion of the gas at
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Provide a restraining device for the gas line to limit movement of the fryer without depending on the connector and/or any quick-disconnect device or its associated piping to limit movement of the fryer. Attach the restraint to the rear of the fryer (Fig. 1). STRAIN RELIEF FITTING FOR GAS LINE THIS SIDE ONLY. (To be supplied by others.) PL-51194 Fig. 1 If it is necessary to disconnect the restraint, turn off the gas supply before disconnection. Reconnect the restraint before turning the gas su
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TESTING THE GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM 1 When test pressures exceed /2 psig (3.45 kPa), the fryer and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system. 1 When test pressures are /2 psig (3.45 kPa) or less, the fryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual shutoff valve. LEVELING THE FRYER Once gas connections have been made, place a carpenter's level on top of the fryer. Adjust the legs to ensure that the fryer is level fron
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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. PRIOR TO FIRST USE Cleaning the Fryer Using a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner, clean the protective metal oils from all surface parts and the tank interior. Follow the cleaner manufacturer's directions. Rinse thoroughly and drain
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300 4 OFF Melting solid shortening in the fry tank is not recommended. The fry tank will be damaged and the shortening will be scorched. Do not overfill fry tank. Keep level of shortening at "oil level" line in fry tank. Add fresh shortening as needed. USING THE FRYER A high limit device will shut the fryer down should the shortening overheat. Pilot relighting will be required. DO NOT relight pilot until shortening temperature has lowered to at least 300°F. If this situation persists, conta
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Turning the Fryer On CAUTION: Before turning burners on, fry tank must be filled with liquid shortening. If this is not done, the tank walls can be damaged. Warpage can cause leaks. To turn the fryer ON, set the thermostat knob to the desired temperature. When the set temperature is reached, the gas control shuts off gas flow into the burners and the flame is extinguished. From then on, the burners will cycle on and off to maintain set temperature. Turning the Fryer Off 1. Turn thermostat kn
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When frying is completed, remove baskets or product. Hang baskets on rear basket hangers. Remove food and season it. Do not salt food over the shortening because salt could cause a chemical change in the oil. Add approximately 15% new oil daily. Keep level of shortening at oil level line in fry tank. Add fresh shortening as needed. DAILY FILTERING Standard TK Fryers Turn gas valve OFF when draining or filling. Always filter the shortening while liquefied. If you attempt to drain a cold frye
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10. Pour the strained shortening back into the fry tank. 11. Add shortening to bring the oil level to the "oil level" line. Filter-Ready TK Fryers Only For filtering instructions of the filter-ready TK Fryers, refer to the MOBILE FILTER SYSTEM OPERATING MANUAL. This manual is supplied with each mobile filter system. Check tank vessel or accessory shipment box for manual. If manual is not found, contact your nearest parts depot to obtain the manual before operating the filter system. Make sure
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5. Close the drain valve and refill the tank with water. Add 1 cup of vinegar to neutralize alkaline left by the cleaner. Bring the solution to a boil and allow it to stand for a few minutes. 6. Drain the tank and rinse thoroughly with clear, hot water. All traces of cleaner must be removed. Dry the tank thoroughly. 7. Close the drain valve. 8. Add shortening to bring the oil level to the "oil level" line. The fryer is now ready for use. MAINTENANCE WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS
