Frymaster BK1814 - Manual (Page 25)

Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers
Chapter 4: Fryer Operations
4-2
4.2 Final Preparation
WARNING
NEVER set a complete block of solid shortening on top of heating tubes. To do so
will damage the heating tubes and frypot, and void the warranty.
4.2.1 Filling Fryer with Oil
A. When using oil, fill the fryer to the bottom OIL LEVEL line scribed into the back of the
frypot.
B. When using a solid shortening, cut it into small pieces and pack it below the heat tubes,
between the tubes and on top of the tubes, leaving no air spaces around the tubes. Do not
disturb or bend the probe sensing bulbs.
C. Press the computer on/off switch to "ON".
D. When the frypot is filled and the oil is heated, carefully replace the crumb screen over the
heat tubes. Wear oil-proof insulated gloves to avoid the potential for burn injury when
placing crumb screen in frypot.
E. DO NOT overheat the oil, which can shorten its life. A high-limit thermostat opens, shutting
off the burners and preventing further heating at 425°F/218°C in domestic units and
212°C/415°F in CE units.
WARNING
The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of
the inherent hazards of operating a hot oil filtering system, particularly the aspects
of oil filtration, draining and cleaning procedures.
4.2.2 Pilot Lighting Procedures, Electronic Ignition Systems
Initial Pilot Lighting: All Frymaster fryers are tested, adjusted and calibrated
to sea level conditions before leaving the factory. Adjustments to assure
proper operation of pilot may be necessary on installation to meet local
conditions, low gas pressure, differences in altitude and variations in gas
characteristics. These adjustments correct possible problems caused by rough
handling or vibration during shipment, and are to be performed only by
qualified service personnel. These adjustments are the responsibility of the
customer and/or the dealer and are not covered by the Frymaster warranty.
The inlet pipe at the lower rear of the fryer brings incoming gas to the pilot
safety control valve, then to the pilot and main burners. The pilot is located
high in the cabinet center, at the base of the frypot.
Pilot in normal operation.