Southbend SB18 - Manual (Page 7)

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Fryer Shut-Down
There are two shutdown modes of fryer operation, STANDBY and COMPLETE. The standby mode removes the ability for
the fryer's main burners to cycle. Complete shutdown turns off the gas supply to the fryer. Shut down the fryer by:
STANDBY Turn the thermostat to OFF. Turn the gas valve clockwise to the PILOT position. The cooker is now in Standby
and can remain this way for only brief periods of time. NEVER leave the cooker in standby overnight.
COMPLETE To completely shut down the cooker, push and turn the gas valve counterclockwise to the OFF position. The
fryer is now completely shut down and can be cleaned and filtered.
Filling the Fryer With Solid Shortening
a. Make sure the drain valve is completely closed.
b. Remove the screen covering the tubes.
c. Cut the shortening into cubes no larger than 1". ALWAYS pack the shortening below, between, and on top
of the burner tubes. DO NOT leave any large air gaps. Use care when packing the solid shortening in the tank.
DO NOT bend or break the temperature sensor probes. If these are damaged the fryer will not function properly.
d. Once the fryer is packed with shortening, the shortening must be melted.
e. To melt shortening, manually pulse the burners ON and OFF using the thermostat until the shortening is liquidized
enough to cover the heat tubes. This will protect the tank and components from damage and extend the life
of the oil.
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