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INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
VF SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS
MODEL
VF1 ML-52913
VMF1 ML-52914
VF2 ML-52915
VMF2 ML-52916
VF90 ML-52917
VFD90 ML-52532
VF1D ML-52538
VMF1D ML-52539
VF2D ML-52542
VMF2D ML-52543
VF1
VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791
FORM 30916 (1-95) (Formerly F-114555 & F-114556)
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Installation, Operation and Care of MODELS VF1, VMF1, VF2, VMF2, VF1D, VMF1D, VF2D & VMF2D ELECTRIC FRYERS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Standard features include stainless steel fry tank and front, a high limit device, twin baskets, and a lift- out fry tank (20" wide models only) which is easily removed for cleaning. VF1, VF2, VF1D and VF2D floor model fryers are equipped with 6" adjustable legs. They may be ordered without legs for installation on a masonry base. The fryer
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INSTALLATION Before installing the fryer, verify that the electrical supply agrees with the specifications on the fryer data plate which is located on the inside of the door panel on floor model fryers and on the lower front cover on countertop models. UNPACKING Immediately after unpacking the fryer, check it for possible shipping damage. If the fryer is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery. Do not use the door or its handle to lift
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1. Bring conduit containing the proper supply wire to the fryer. On VF1/VMF1 and VF1D/VMF1D, bring the conduit in through the clearance hole in the back and terminate on the terminal block housing mounted in the back of the breaker box. On VF2 and VF2D, terminate the field supply conduit on the corner of the bottom floor and bring the supply leads into the breaker box through the removable channel mounted to the right side. On VMF2 and VMF2D, bring the conduit through the opening in the bottom t
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OPERATION WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. CONTROLS — MODELS VF1/VMF1 and VF2/VMF2 (Fig's. 1 & 2) Power Switch — Turns electric power to the fryer on or off. ON Indicator Light — (Red) Indicates electric power to the fryer is on. HEAT Indicator Light — (Amber) Indicates heating elements are supplying heat. Thermostat — Controls temperature of oil in tank. Temperature range is 0-400°F. Fry/Melt Switch — (Optional - Not sho
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CONTROLS — MODELS VF1D/VMF1D and VF2D/VMF2D (Fig's. 3 and 4) Power Switch — Turns electric power to the fryer on or off. ON Indicator Light — (Red) Indicates electric power to the fryer is on. HEAT Indicator Light — (Amber) Indicates heating elements are supplying heat. High Limit Light — When ON, indicates that the oil temperature is higher than 400°F, or that the heating elements are not covered with shortening, and the system has shut down. Call your Vulcan-Hart authorized servicer. Temper
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1. Push power switch to OFF and allow fryer to cool. 2. Remove the fryer basket(s) and support rack (support rack in VF2/VMF2 and VF2D/VMF2D only). 3. Leave the heating elements in the tank (VF1/VMF1 and VF1D/VMF1D). 4. VF1/VMF1 / VF1D/VMF1D: Pour 30-35 pounds of shortening into the fryer tank. VF2/VMF2 / VF2D/VMF2D: Pour 78-82 pounds of shortening into the fryer tank. 5. Replace the rack support (VF2/VMF2 and VF2D/VMF2D only) and fryer basket(s) inside the tank. 6. Push power switch to ON and
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FRYING Place the ON-OFF switch to the ON position. The red ON indicator light will come on. Turn thermostat or temperature controller to desired temperature. The amber HEAT indicator light will come on. When the shortening temperature reaches the set temperature, the amber HEAT light will go off. The heating elements (and the amber HEAT light) will cycle on and off to maintain the set temperature. Pieces of product to be fried should be about the same size to ensure uniform doneness. Drain or
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DAILY FILTERING Shortening life will be extended by filtering at least once a day, or more often if conditions warrant. 1 Models VF2/VMF2 and VF2D/VMF2D are equipped with a /4 turn ball type drain valve. Models VF1/ VMF1 and VF1D/VMF1D have a removable fry tank that can be lifted out by raising the heating elements out of the tank, or the shortening can be syphoned out as follows: Models VF1/VF1D Turn the fryer off and allow shortening to cool. Place the syphon assembly (Fig. 5) so that the sh
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Models VF2/VMF2 and VF2D/VMF2D 1. Turn the fryer off and allow shortening to cool. 2. Slowly remove the baskets to prevent splashing. 3. Open the fryer door and place a metal container of sufficient capacity below the drain pipe. 4. If a filter bag is used, tie it securely to the drain pipe. If other filter medium is used, place it in the metal container. 5. Open the drain valve carefully so the oil stream is directed through the filter. 6. With a small amount of warm shortening, fl
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2. Close the drain valve (Models VF2/VMF2 and VF2D/VMF2D only). 3. Fill the tank with a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner, following the manufacturer's instructions. 4. Turn the fryer on and set the thermostat or temperature controller at a temperature recommended by the manufacturer of the commercial cleaner. Boil the solution for 15 to 20 minutes. If cleaner is a water based chemical, temperature may be 190-212°F. Set the temperature as low as possible; monitor boili
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MAINTENANCE 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. LUBRICATION The motors in all fryers are permanently lubricated and no lubrication is required. SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION To obtain service and parts information concerning these fryers, contact the Vulcan-Hart Service Depot in your area (refer
