Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product EFO40 Hobart
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701 S. RIDGE AVENUE TROY, OHIO 45374-0001 FORM 16903, Rev. E (3-98) MODEL EFO40 GAS FR YER ML-52051 ML-52074.
– 2 – © HOBART CORPORATION, 1994 IMPORT ANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL.
– 3 – T ABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
– 4 – Installation, Operation and Care of MODEL EFO40 GAS FR YER SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL The Model EFO40 Gas Fryer features an accurate thermostat for frying consistency and enhanced oil life. The efficient gas burner provides prompt quiet ignition.
– 5 – INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS Hobart fryers should be installed in accordance with: In the United States 1. State and local codes. 2. National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI-Z223.1 (latest edition), available from American Gas Association, Inc. 1515 Wilson Blvd.
– 6 – STRAIN RELIEF FITTING FOR GAS LINE THIS SIDE ONLY. (To be supplied by others.) PL-51194 Provide a restraining device for the gas line to limit movement of the fryer without depending on the connector and/or any quick-disconnect device or its associated piping to limit movement of the fryer.
– 7 – LEVELING After gas connections have been made, place a spirit level on top of the fryer and adjust the legs to level the fryer front-to-back and side-to-side in the final installed position.
– 8 – OPERA TION WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. WARNING: SPILLING HOT OIL CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS.
– 9 – LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS (Fig. 3) 1. Turn thermostat knob OFF. 2. Depress gas valve extension arm and turn to OFF. Wait 5 minutes for unburned gas to vent. 3. Depress gas valve extension arm and turn to PILOT. 4. While still depressing arm, light pilot with a lit taper.
– 10 – TURNING THE FRYER OFF 1. Turn thermostat OFF. 2. Turn gas valve extension arm to PILOT. In this position, the pilot continues to burn. 3. To shut off all gas to the system, including the pilot, turn gas valve extension arm to OFF. Extended Shutdown 1.
– 11 – • Add shortening as necessary for proper level. • Revitalize with approximately 15% new oil daily. CAUTION: Keep level of shortening at line above oil level line in fry tank. SHORTENING HINTS • Use good quality liquid shortening. • Maintain a good turnover ratio.
– 12 – CLEANING Weekly or as Needed After shortening has been drained, flush out scraps and sediment with a small quantity of warm shortening and allow tank to drain thoroughly. Close drain valve and fill tank with a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner, following the manufacturer's instructions.
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