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Electric Cooker Models
8SMS, 8BC and 8C
Installation, Operation, Service, and Parts Manual
Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends
using CFESA Certified Technicians.
24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 FEB 11
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frymaster domestic warranty w Hat is co Vered This warranty covers all defects in workmanship and material in all commercial cooking appliances and computer/controller equipment manufactured by Frymaster and sold within the domestic United States, except as excluded below. w Ho is co Vered This warranty covers only the original purchaser of Frymaster commercial cooking appliances and computer/controller equipment. This warranty is not trans- fera
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THIS EQUIPMENT IS INTENDED FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT IN OUTDOOR AREAS. DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT WITHOUT FIRST READING THIS MANUAL. DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNLESS ALL COVERS AND ACCESS PANELS ARE IN PLACE AND PROPERLY SECURED. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ANY COMPONENT OF THIS EQUIPMENT UNLESS ALL POWER TO THE UNIT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED. IF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE REPLACED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR ITS SERVI
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ELECTRIC COOKERS 8SMS, 8BC AND 8C TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: General Information 1.1 Parts Ordering and Service Information .......................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Safety Information........................................................................................................... 1-1 1.3 Equipment Description....................................................................................................1-2 1.4 Installation, Op
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6.4 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................. 6-11 6.4.1 How the Autofill System Works.................................................................................... 6-11 6.4.2 How the Water Heating System Works......................................................................... 6-11 6.4.3 Technician Troubleshooting Guides..............................................................................6-
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ELECTRIC COOKERS 8SMS, 8BC AND 8C CHAPTER 1: GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Parts Ordering and Service Information In order to assist you as quickly as possible, the Frymaster Factory Authorized Service Center (FASC) or Service Department representative requires certain information about your equipment. Most of this information is printed on a data plate affixed to the inside of the door. Parts orders may be placed directly with your local FASC or distributor. Included with cookers when
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WARNING WARNING boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in damage to your equipment, and which may cause your equipment to malfunction. DANGER DANGER boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in injury to personnel, and which may cause damage or malfunctioning of your equipment 1.3 Equipment Description Frymaster Electric Cookers are specifically designed to deliver high volumes of cooked or blanched food a
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1.5 Definitions QUALIFIED AND/OR AUTHORIZED OPERATING PERSONNEL Qualified/authorized operating personnel are those who have carefully read the information in this manual and have familiarized themselves with the equipment functions, or who have had previous experience with the operation of the equipment covered in this manual. QUALIFIED INSTALLATION PERSONNEL Qualified installation personnel are individuals, or firms, corporations, or companies that, either in person or through a re
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ELECTRIC COOKERS 8SMS, 8BC AND 8C CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 General Installation Requirements PROPER INSTALLATION IS ESSENTIAL FOR EFFICIENT, TROUBLE-FREE OPERATION OF YOUR COOKER. ANY UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATIONS MADE TO THIS EQUIPMENT WILL VOID THE FRYMASTER WARRANTY. Upon arrival, inspect the equipment carefully for visible or concealed damage. (See Shipping Damage Claim Procedure in Chapter 1.) NATIONAL CODE REQUIREMENTS This equipment is to be installed in com
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2.2 Caster/Leg Installation Depending upon the specific configuration ordered, your unit might have been shipped without in- stalled casters or legs. If casters or legs are installed, you may skip this section and proceed to Sec- tion 2.3, Pre-Connection Preparations. If your unit requires the installation of casters/legs, install them in accordance with the in- structions included in your accessory package. 2.3 Pre-Connection Preparations After the unit has been positioned in the area
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2.4 Connecting to the Electrical Power Supply DANGER This unit must be connected to the voltage and phase specified on the rating and serial number plate located on the inside of the equipment door. To determine the appropriate wire size, refer to the POWER REQUIREMENTS chart at the bottom of this page. 1. If the unit is not equipped with an installed power cord, open the door and remove the contactor box cover. Position the unit to gain access to the rear and remove the lower back
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FIELD CONNECTION WIRING DIAGRAMS SINGLE PHASE SINGLE PHASE (NO NEUTRAL) FIELD CONNECTION FIELD CONNECTION L1 L2 L3 NEUTRAL TO L3 L1 L2 L3 1HV 1HV FROM 1C1 FROM TRANSFORMER 1C1 2HV 2HV TRANSFORMER 3HV 3HV 1C2 1 1C2 1 4 4 1C3 1C3 5 5 2 2 3 6 3 6 FROM TRANSFORMER FROM TRANSFORMER 3 PHASE 3 WIRE (DELTA) 3 PHASE 4 WIRE (WYE) FIELD CONNECTION FIELD CONNECTION L2 L3 L1 L1 L2 L3 N FROM TRANSFORMER FROM TRANSFORMER FROM TRANSFORMER 3HV 1HV 4 1C1 1C3 5 1HV 2HV 3HV 2HV 6 1C1 1C2 1C3 1C2 3 1 46 12 53
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ELECTRIC COOKERS 8SMS, 8BC AND 8C CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Numeric Keypad 6 Skim Switch (w/Autoskim only) 2 Boil Mode Indicator 7 Timer Start Switch 3 Boil Mode Switch 8 Simmer Mode Switch 4 Power Switch 9 Simmer Mode Indicator 5 LED Display 3.1 Introduction The Spaghetti Magic II Controller allows the operator to specify a specific cook time in minutes and seconds, then initiate a cooking cycle. This controller is available in three different
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ciency of the cooker and can cause erroneous temperature and water level sensing. NOTE: Do not use deliming solution to clean these units. Use of deliming solution will damage all stainless steel parts.) LOW WATER SENSING automatically de-energizes the heating element if the water in the cook- pot drops too low. When the water level in the cookpot is below the low-water sensor, such as when draining and cleaning the cookpot, the controller display will read LO. NORMAL WATER LEVEL SENSING
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3.3 Toggling Between Fahrenheit and Celsius Temperature Display There are two versions of the SMS Controller: one that can be toggled between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature display, and one that cannot. To determine which version you have, turn the controller off by pressing the ON/OFF switch. The display will go blank. Press the Simmer (right thermometer icon) switch. If Code appears in the display, the temperature display can be changed. If not, the display cannot be changed.
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ELECTRIC COOKERS 8SMS, 8BC AND 8C CHAPTER 4: PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 4.1 Daily Preventive Maintenance It is normal for a coating of starch to form on the elements, sensors, and temperature probes during operation. If the coating is allowed to build-up, it will adversely affect the operation of the equipment. The preventive maintenance routines below should be performed at least daily to keep your equipment functioning at peak efficiency. The cookpot and rinse tank – especially the w
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4.2 SMS II Controller Simmer Mode Adjustment NOTE: The SMS II Controller simmer temperature is adjustable from 185ºF to 215ºF. 1. With the unit in the simmer mode, place the tip of a good grade thermometer near the temperature probe and determine the actual water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit. If the temperature is within 5ºF of the desired simmer temperature, nothing more needs to be done. If it is not within 5ºF of the desired temperature, perform Steps 2 through 5. 2. With
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ELECTRIC COOKERS 8SMS, 8BC AND 8C CHAPTER 5: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 5.1 Introduction This chapter provides an easy reference guide to the more common problems that may occur during the operation of this equipment. The troubleshooting guides in this chapter are intended to help you correct, or at least accurately diagnose, problems with the equipment. Although the chapter covers the most common problems reported, you may very well encounter a problem not covered. In such instances,
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NOTE: IF AUTOFILL WORKS ON UNIT WITH AUTOFILL, BUT AUTOSKIM DOES NOT, COOKPOT DID NOT FILL PROBLEM IS A FAILED WHEN UNIT WAS CONTROLLER. ORDER TURNED ON. WATER REPLACEMENT FROM FASC SUPPLY TO UNIT OR DISTRIBUTOR. VERIFIED TO BE ON. Did anything appear in controller Clean the water Yes display when unit was level sensors. turned on? No Disconnect unit from electrical power. Check the left 5-amp fuse in Did unit begin component box. Replace to fill? fuse if blown then attempt to operate. No Y
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Operator Troubleshooting Guides (Continued) ON UNIT WITH AUTOFILL, WATER DID NOT SHUT OFF WHEN COOKPOT WAS FULL. Clean the water level sensors. Did the water Yes Problem resolved. stop? No Add 1/8-cup of baking soda to the water in the cookpot and stir. Mineral content of water is insufficient for water sensor to Did the water Yes ground. Whenever cookpot is stop? refilled, add 1/8-cup of baking soda. No Probable causes are a loose or damaged wire on the upper water level sensor, a failed wa
