Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product FMCF Frymaster
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NON-CE & Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends using CFESA Certified Tec hnicians. PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 www.frymaster.com Email: service@frymaster.com *8195613* June 2009 Series FMCF, FMCFE, FMCFEC, MJCF, MJCFE, MJCFEC, KJ3FC, JCFX, J3F & J65X.
ii NOTICE This appliance is intended for professional use only and is to be operated by qualified personnel only. A Frymaster/DEAN Factory Authorized Service Center (FASC) or other qualified professional should perform installation, maintenance, and repairs.
iii DANGER Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of this appliance without depending upon the gas line connection. Single fryers equipped with legs must be stabilized by installing anchor straps. All fryers equipped with casters must be stabilized by installing restraining chains.
iv CF Series Gas Fryers TABLE OF CONTENTS P A G E # CHAPTER 1: General Information 1.1 Applicability and Validity ................................................................................................. ............. 1-1 1.2 Parts Ordering and Service Information .
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-1 1.1 Applicability and Validity The CF Series Gas Fryer model family has been approved by the European Union for sale and installation in the following EU countries: AT, BE, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, IE, IT , LU, NL, NO, PT and SE.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-2 1.3 Safety Information Before attempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly. Your fryer is equipped with tw o automatic safety features: • High temperature detection shuts off gas to the burner assembly should the con trolling thermostat fail.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-3 1.5 Equipment Description CF Series gas fryers are specifically designed for high volume frying, especially fish, chicken and other breaded products. Models in this seri es include FMCF, FMCFE, FMCFEC, MJCF, MJCFE, MJCFEC, KJ3FC and J65X variants.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-4 1.6 Installation, Operating, and Service Personnel Operating information for Frymaster equipment has been prepared for use by qualified and/or authorized personnel only, as defined in Section 1.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-5 1.8 Shipping Damage Claim Procedure Your Frymaster equipment was car efully inspecte d and packed before leaving the factory. T he transportation company assum es full responsib ility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the equipment for transport.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-1 2.1 General Installation Requirements Qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installati on or service perso nnel, as defined in Section 1.7 of this manual, should perf orm all installation and servi ce on Frymaster equipment.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-2 CLEARANCE AND VENTILATION DANGER No structural material on the fryer shoul d be altered or removed to accommodate placement of the fryer under a hood. Questi ons? Call the Frymaster/Dean Service Hotline at 1-800-551-8633.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 NATIONAL CODE REQUIREMENTS The type of gas for which the fryer is equipped is stamped on the data plate a ttached to the inside of the fryer door.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-4 If necessary, the user should consult the d ealer or an experienced radio and television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the booklet "H ow to Identify and Resolve Ra dio-T V Interference Problems" helpful.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-5 3. Level fryers equipped with legs by screwing out the legs approximately 1 inch, and then adjust them so that the fryer is level a nd at th e proper height in the exhaust hood.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-6 2.4 Connection to Gas Line DANGER Before connecting new pipe to this a ppliance, the pipe must be blown out thoroughly to remove all foreign material. Foreign material in the burner and gas controls will cause improper and dangerous operation.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-7 Ga s Conne ct ion P i pe S i z e s [ M ini m um i ncom ing pi pe s iz e s houl d be 1- 1/2" ( 38 m m ) ] N atur al 3/4" ( 19 m m.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-8 3. Close the fryer drain valve and fill the frypot with water and boil-out so lution to the bottom OIL- LEVEL line at the rear of the frypot.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-9 DANGER This appliance was configured at the factory for a specific type of gas. Converting from one type of gas to another requires the installation of specific gas-conversion components.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-10 The following gas-conversion components and kits are available from your FASC: CE Only: Propane (G31) to Natural (G20/G2 5) Regulator onl.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-1 3.1 Start-Up Procedure DANGER Never operate this appliance with an empty frypot. The frypot must be filled with water (non-KFC co-branded locations) or c ooking oil/shortenin g before lighting the burners.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-2 ACCESSING THE PILOT The pilot is mounted on the left side of the burner manifold and is accessed through an opening in the front frypot insulation. Swing th e round cover open and inse rt a long match or taper through the hole (see photo) when lighting the pilot.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-3 LIGHTING THE PILOT ON FRYERS WITH CE HONEYWELL GAS VALVES 1. Ensure power to the unit is OFF, and then press the OFF (red) button.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-4 For units equipped with other than Thermosta t Controls (non-KFC co-branded locations) Place the computer/controller ON/O FF switch in the ON position and set the controller to – or program the computer for – the desired c ook ing temperature, referred to as th e setpoint .
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-5 5. For units equipped with a Computer Magic III.5 Computer : • Press the Power switch followed by the Program Mode switch . will appear in the left display. • Enter the code number (1653).
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-6 3.3 Shutting the Fryer Down For short-term shut down during the workday, pl ace the fryer power switch in the OFF position and put the frypot covers in place (if the fryer is so equipped).
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-1 4.1 Draining and Manual Filtering WARNING The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made a ware of the inherent hazards of operating a hot oil filtering system, particularly the aspects of oil filtration, draining and cleaning procedures.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-2 If you are using a Frymaster filter cone holder, be sure that the cone holder rests securely on the metal container.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-3 4.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Operation The Filter Magic II filtration system allows the oil in one frypot to be filtered while the other frypots in a battery remain in operation.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-4 4.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Operation (cont.) 3. Wipe any debris and excess oil from the bottom of the pan. The paper must lay flat and seal around the edges for proper filtration. Replace th e filter paper support screen removed in Step 2.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-5 4.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Operation (cont.) 6. Sprinkle filter powder over the filter paper. For powder quantity, see the filter powder manufacturer’s instructio ns. 7. Replace the crumb tray in the filter pan.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-6 OPERATION OF THE FILTER UNIT CAUTION NEVER operate the filter unit unless the o il is at operating temperature [~350°F (~177°C)]. 1. To filter the oil, bring oil to operating temperature and turn the fryer power OFF.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-7 DANGER DO NOT operate the filt er without the Power Shower in place. Hot oil will spray out of the fryer and may cause injury. 3. Snap the Power Shower into the frypot. Ensure the cleanout plugs are in place before activating filter pump.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-8 5. Remove the Power Shower and a llow it to drain. Ensure the drain valve is fully closed (arrow). Turn the fryer ON and allo w the oil to reach setpoint. NOTE: Ensure the fryer drain valve is fully closed before turning the fry er on.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-1 5.1 Fryer Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services DAILY CHECKS AND SERVICES Inspect Fryer and Accessories for Damage Look for loose or f.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-2 WEEKLY CHECKS AND SERVICES Check Recovery Time Recovery Time is the amount of tim e it takes the fryer to increase the frypot temperature from 250 ° F (121 ° C) to 300 ° F (149 ° C). It is a measure of the fryer’s efficiency, and it should be no more than 3 minutes and 30 seconds.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-3 If your fryer is not equipped with the built-in Filter Ma gic II Filtration system, the oil m ust be drained into another suitab le container. For safe, convenient dr aining and disposal of used oil, Frymaster recommends the use of our shortening disposal unit (SDU).
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-4 Check Thermostat Controller Thermostat Calibration (This check applies only to units equi pped with Thermostat Controllers) 1.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-5 SEMI-ANNUAL CHECKS AND SERVICES Check Burner Manifold Pressure DANGER This task should be performed by qualified service personnel only.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-6 5.3 Annual/Periodic System Inspection This appliance should be inspected and adjusted periodically by qualified service personnel as part of a regular kitchen maintenance program.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-7 Built-In Filtration System • Inspect all oil-return and drai n lines for leaks and verify th at all connections are tight.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLE SHOOTING 6-1 6.1 Introduction This chapter provides an easy reference guide to the more common problem s that may occur during the operation of your equipment. The troubleshooting guides in this chapter are intended to help you correct, or at least accurately di agnose, problems with your equipment.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-2 6.2 Troubleshooting Fryers with Solid State (Analog), Digital, or CM I II.5 Controllers PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION A. Pilot not lit. A. Light pilot per instructions in Chapter 3 of this manual.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-3 6.2 Troubleshooting Fryers with Solid State (Analog), Digital, or CM I II.5 Controllers (cont.) PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION CM III.5 will not go into programming mode. (cont.) B.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-4 6.3 Troubleshooting Fryers with Thermostat Controls PROBLEM Probable Causes Corrective Action A. Pilot is not lit. A. Light pilot per instructions in Chapter 3 of this manual. B. Drain valve not fully closed.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-5 6.4 Troubleshooting the Built-In Filtration System (cont.) PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION B. Failed filter handle microswitch. Test : If this is a multi-pot f ryer, attempt to operate the p ump using a different handle.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-6 6.4 Troubleshooting the Built-In Filtration System (cont.) PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION B.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-7 6.5 Troubleshooting Abnormal Burner Operation PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Flame is visible above flue opening and burner is excessively noisy. A. Burner gas pressure is too high.
CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-8 6.6 Replacing the Controller or Controller Wiring Harness 1. Disconnect the fryer from the electrical supply. 2. The controller bezel is held in place by tabs at the top and bottom. Slide the b ezel up to disengage the lower tabs.
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