Frymaster 1814E - Manual (Page 28)

5–2
A. Completely drain the oil from the fryer into a metal stockpot of sufficient size to safely hold the
entire contents of the frypot for disposal. Do not use a glass or plastic container.
B. Clean the frypot by following boil-out procedures on page 2-4.
DANGER
Never operate the appliance with an empty frypot. The frypot must be filled to the fill
line with water, oil or shortening before energizing the elements. Failure to do so
will result in irreparable damage to the elements and may cause a fire.
5.1.3 Clean Detachable Parts and Accessories – Weekly
Wipe all detachable parts and accessories with a clean, dry cloth. Use a clean cloth saturated with
detergent to remove accumulated carbonized oil on detachable parts and accessories. Rinse the parts
and accessories thoroughly with clean water and wipe dry before reinstalling.
5.2
Annual/Periodic System Inspection
This appliance should be inspected and adjusted periodically by qualified service personnel as
part of a regular kitchen maintenance program.
To ensure good fryer health and a safe environment, the fryer should be checked and adjusted
periodically by qualified service personnel as part of a regular kitchen maintenance
Frymaster recommends that this appliance be inspected at least annually by a Factory
Authorized Servicer as follows:
Fryer
• Inspect the cabinet inside and out, front and rear for excessive oil.
• Verify that the heating element wires are in good condition and that leads have no visible fraying
or insulation damage and that they are free of oil.
• Verify that heating elements are in good condition with no carbon/caramelized oil build-up.
Inspect the elements for signs of extensive dry-firing.
• Verify that the tilt mechanism is working properly when lifting and lowering elements, and that
the element wires are not binding and/or chafing.
• Verify the heating-element amp-draw is within the allowed range as indicated on the appliance’s
rating plate.
• Verify that the temperature and high-limit probes are properly connected, tightened and
functioning properly, and that mounting hardware and probe guards are present and properly
installed.