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There's Always Something Cooking! Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual For Food, Donut, Chicken, and Fish Fryers Covering Models 20, 24, 26, and 34 R R APPR O VE D R.
MTS # PF17-01 Pitco Frialator #L20-078 Revision 3 Rev. Date 09/09/96.
NOTICES There are three different types of notices that you should be familiar with, a NOTICE, CAUTION, and WARNING. A NOTICE is a special note used to call attention to a particularly important point. CAUTION is used to point out a procedure or operation which may cause equipment damage.
SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY WARNING The fryer may be 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.
SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY WARNING Ensure that the fryer can get enough air to keep the flame burning correctly. If the flame is starved for air it can give of a dangerous carbon monoxide gas. Carbon Monoxide is a clear odorless gas that can cause suffocation.
i Safety Notice Table of Contents .............................................................................................................. .......... i-ii List of Tables and Figures ...............................................................
ii Table of Contents (Continued) Section Title Page Chapter 2: Operating Instructions .......................................................................................... 2 -1 2.1 FILLING THE FRYER ...............................................
iii List of Tables and Figures Table Title Page 1- 1 Ventilation and Fire Safety References ...................................................................... 1-6 Figure Title Page 1- 1 Pilot Assembly, Flame Adjustment ............................
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1-1 Chapter 1: General Information and Installation Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pitco Frialator universal fryer. This unit will give you many years of reliable service if you follow the simple operation and maintenance procedures in this manual.
1-2 1.2 CHECKING YOUR NEW FRYER Your new fryer has been carefully packed into a crate. Every effort has been made to ensure that your fryer will be delivered to you in perfect condition. As you unpack your new fryer, inspect each of the pieces for damage.
1-3 d. When all four legs are mounted, stand the unit up being careful not to put too much weight on any one leg. Adjust the height and level the fryer by adjusting the leveling devices on the leg with the water pump pliers.
1-4 1.4 INSTALLATION WARNING The fryer must be properly restrained to prevent movement or tipping. This restraint must prevent the fryer from movements that would splash hot liquids on personnel. This restraint may be by any means (alcove installation, adequate ties, or battery installation).
1-5 1.4.2.1 Fuel Types - Each fryer is equipped to work with one type of fuel. The type of fuel with which the appliance is intended to operate is stamped on the data plate attached to the inside of the door. WARNING DO NOT use an open flame to check for gas leaks! 1.
1-6 1.4.3 Electrical Connection The electrical service used by the fryer must comply with local codes. If there are no local codes that apply, refer to the National Electrical Code (NEC) to install the service. In Canada refer to CSA Standard C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 & 2, and local codes.
1-7 Table 1-2 Ventilation and Fire Safety References Excessive ventilation causes drafts, which will interfere with the proper operation of the pilot and the burner. Leave at least 18 inches of open space between the fryer's flue vent opening and the intake of the exhaust hood.
1-8 1.5 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS After your fryer has been installed as described in section 1.4, it needs to be adjusted to ensure that it will perform as designed.
1-9 1.5.2.1 Lighting Instructions for Manual Pilot Lights - To light the pilot light refer to the following instructions. WARNING Wait 5 minutes before attempting to relight the pilot to allow for any gas in the fryer to dissipate. a. Open the gas supply valves to the fryer.
1-10 AB Figure 1-1 Pilot Assembly, Flame Adjustment a. This test requires a DC millivolt meter set to a scale of 0-1000mv. Using test leads with sharp probes will help in taking the required reading. b. Locate the thermopile wires coming from the thermostat/limit box going to the gas valve.
1-11 c. Turn the gas valve knob to the ON position. d. Turn the fryer ON/OFF/TEST switch to the ON position. If the fryer is equipped with the optional melt cycle, place the switch in the MELT ON position. e. Turn the thermostat to the desired temperature setting.
1-12 The flame seems to "lift off" the face of the burner. To correct adjust main burner as described in 1.5.3.2. The tubes and baffles are badly carbonized. Check vent and adjust if necessary. Check for heat tube or flue blockage. A soft, steady blue flame should enter the heat tube without touching the front outside rim of the tube.
1-13 1.5.3.1 Gas Line Requirements - A properly installed gas supply system will deliver 7.0 ±2.0" w.c. natural gas (12.0 ±2.0" w.c. LP) to all appliances connected to the line, operating at full demand. 1.5.3.2 Burner Adjustment - The burners must be adjusted to deliver optimum flame.
1-14 Figure 1-4 Air Collar g. Now that the pressure is set for proper operation, set the main burner flame. Unlock the air collars by loosening the set screw for the collars. Open the main gas valve, (light the pilot if fryer has manual pilot), and turn thermostat to light the main burners.
1-15 c. Using the fryer cleaning brush, scrub the inside of the fryer to remove protective coating. d. When cleaning is complete, turn off the fryer by turning the gas valve knob to the PILOT position. Drain the water into a container suitable for hot water and dispose of it.
1-16 d. Let the fryer cycle 4 to 6 times before checking the temperature. Compare the thermometer temperature against the thermostat setting. If the values are more than 5°F apart, calibrate the thermostat using the appropriate calibration procedure in this manual.
1-17 c. Let the fryer cycle 4 to 6 times to ensure that the temperature has stabilized. Compare the thermometer temperature against the thermostat setting. If the values are more than 5°F apart, go to step d. If the values are within 5°F, the thermostat is operating correctly.
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2-1 Excessive Air Gaps Shortening Blocks Te m p . P r o b e Tu b e s O i l o r S h o r t e n i n g Burner Tu bes Te m p . P r o b e Tu b e s Solid Shortening Solid Shortening Te m p . P r o b e Tu b e s Chapter 2: Operating Instructions This chapter describes how to operate your fryer to obtain the best performance.
2-2 2.2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To ensure the food always comes out the very best, follow the preparation instructions for the food you are cooking. Using the best shortening makes the best fried foods. The best shortening will last longer than lower grade shortening and save you money.
2-3 2.2.3 Power Failure NOTICE No attempts should be made to operate the fryer during power outages. If your fryer is supplied with AC power and, it is removed from the unit for any reason during operation, the fryer will shut down. Wait five minutes after power is restored before restarting the fryer.
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3-1 Chapter 3: Owner Maintenance and Adjustments This chapter provides you with the information and procedures necessary to perform basic fryer maintenance and adjustments. If after performing maintenance on your fryer it does not perform properly, contact your authorized service center.
3-2 e. Wipe the tank dry with soft clean cloth. Close the drain valve and remove the large container. f. Replace the tube screens and refer to section 2.
3-3 3.2 FRYER TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to this section to correct common problems that may be encountered in equipment operation. Will Limit switch rese t ? Reset & Light P il ot YES Cont act a Q ualif ied Tec hnician. NO YES NO Is Hi gh Limit Swi tc h open? Tu rn U nitro l g as knob to O N .
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An important point after buying a device Pitco 20 (or even before the purchase) is to read its user manual. We should do this for several simple reasons:
If you have not bought Pitco 20 yet, this is a good time to familiarize yourself with the basic data on the product. First of all view first pages of the manual, you can find above. You should find there the most important technical data Pitco 20 - thus you can check whether the hardware meets your expectations. When delving into next pages of the user manual, Pitco 20 you will learn all the available features of the product, as well as information on its operation. The information that you get Pitco 20 will certainly help you make a decision on the purchase.
If you already are a holder of Pitco 20, but have not read the manual yet, you should do it for the reasons described above. You will learn then if you properly used the available features, and whether you have not made any mistakes, which can shorten the lifetime Pitco 20.
However, one of the most important roles played by the user manual is to help in solving problems with Pitco 20. Almost always you will find there Troubleshooting, which are the most frequently occurring failures and malfunctions of the device Pitco 20 along with tips on how to solve them. Even if you fail to solve the problem, the manual will show you a further procedure – contact to the customer service center or the nearest service center
