Frymaster Dean 2424E - Manual (Page 15)

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3.2 General Use of the Fryer
1. For consistent product quality and long-term savings, use a high-quality cooking oil or
shortening.
2. When satisfied that the cooking oil/shortening is at the proper cooking temperature, carefully
lower a basket of product into the frypot. At the end of the recommended cooking time for the
product, lift the basket from the frypot and allow excess oil/shortening to drain back into the
frypot before transferring the product to a holding station or the serving line.
CAUTION
In multi-fryer batteries, do not bang baskets or other utensils on the frypot joiner
strip. The strip is present to seal the joint between the frypots. Banging baskets on
the strip to will distort the strip, adversely affecting its fit. It is designed for a tight fit
and should only be removed for cleaning.
3. Although 350°F (177°C) is the recommended temperature for most cases, frying should be done
at the lowest temperature that will produce a high-quality end product. Light loads may
generally be cooked at a lower temperature than large loads.
4. When the fryer is not in use, the temperature should be reduced to prolong the life of the oil or
shortening. It is good practice to experiment to determine the optimum temperature and load
conditions for the various foods to be fried.
5. The cooking oil or shortening should be filtered at least once a day. Depending upon the actual
quantity of product being cooked, more frequent filtering may be required. Refer to Chapter 4
for specific filtering procedures.
6. If the fryer will be idle for periods longer than 30 minutes, it is recommended that the elements
be turned off.
3.3 Shut-Down
1. When shutting down at the end of the day, filter the oil or shortening in all fryers and drain the
filter lines. Press the POWER switch to the OFF position and allow the fryer to cool. Clean
exposed surfaces of the fryer and cover the frypots.
2. When shutting down for longer than overnight, filter the cooking oil or shortening and then drain
it into suitable storage containers or discard it. Press the POWER switch to the OFF position and
allow the fryer to cool. Clean the fryer inside and out in accordance with the procedures in
Section 3.4.