Pitco Frialator 26 Gas Fryer - Manual (Page 10)

Model 20, 24, 26 and 34 INSTALLATION
10 L20-078 Rev. 6 (05/11)
1.11 VENTILATION AND FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS
Your new appliance must have proper ventilation to function safely and properly. Exhaust gas
temperatures can reach as high as 1100 °F (593 °C). Therefore, it is very important to install a fire
safety system. Your ventilation system should be designed to allow for easy cleaning. Frequent
cleaning and proper maintenance of the ventilation system and the appliance will reduce the chances
of fire. Ventilation and fire safety systems must comply to local and national codes. Refer to ANSI
Z83.11• CSA 1.8 for a list of reference documents that will provide guidance on ventilation and fire
safety systems. For installations in U.S. and Canada, additional information can be obtained from
CSA International, 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road, Cleveland, OH, 44131 or visit their website at
www.csa-international.org.
It is essential that the appliance be operated only when adequate ventilation is provided. Your
ventilation hood should be properly maintained. A qualified installation professional should ensure that
the hood is operating properly in conjunction with the appliance. Inadequate ventilation may not
properly evacuate appliance all emissions. Excessive or unbalanced ventilation may cause drafts,
which could interfere with proper operation of the pilot and burners. Leave at least 18 inches
(45.72cm) of open space between the flue of the appliance and the intake of the exhaust hood.
WARNING
If your appliance uses line current, it is 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; it should be plugged into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.
WARNING
Ensure that your ventilation system does not cause a down draft at the appliance’s flue
opening. A down draft will not allow the appliance to exhaust properly and will cause
overheating, which may cause permanent damage. Damage caused by down drafts will not
be covered by the warranty. NEVER allow anything to obstruct the flow of combustibles or
ventilation exiting the appliance. NEVER place anything on top of the flue area, or block the
flue in any way. Never place a grease condensating drip pan over the flue opening.
WARNING
NEVER connect the ventilation blower or hood directly to the flue of this appliance. The
resulting increased flow of air through the combustion system will cause improper
operation, poor temperature recovery, poor ignition and could extinguish the pilot.