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Vulcan-Hart ERA Series Service Manual

Electric fryers with kleenscreen plus filtration systems
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2ER50AF KLEENSCREEN
FRYER BATTERY
This Manual is prepared for the use of trained Vulcan Service
Technicians and should not be used by those not properly qualified.
This manual is not intended to be all encompassing. If you have not
attended a Vulcan Service School for this product, you should read,
in its entirety, the repair procedure you wish to perform to
determine if you have the necessary tools, instruments and skills
required to perform the procedure. Procedures for which you do not
have the necessary tools, instruments and skills should be
performed by a trained Vulcan Service Technician.
The reproduction, transfer, sale or other use of this Manual, without
the express written consent of Vulcan, is prohibited.
This manual has been provided to you by ITW Food Equipment
Group LLC ("ITW FEG") without charge and remains the property
of ITW FEG, and by accepting this manual you agree that you will
return it to ITW FEG promptly upon its request for such return at
any time in the future.
For additional information on Vulcan-Hart Company or to locate an authorized parts
and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanhart.com.
A product of VULCAN-HART
SERVICE MANUAL
ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC
FRYERS WITH KLEENSCREEN
®
PLUS
FILTRATION SYSTEMS
MODEL
ML
1ER50A
136730
1E50BD
136730
1ER50AF
136799
1E50BDF
136799
1ER85A
136740
1E85BD
136740
1ER85AF
136802
1E85BDF
136802
2ER50AF
136741
2E50BDF
136741
2ER85AF
136742
2E85BDF
136742
MODEL
ML
2XER50AF
136747
2XE50BDF
136747
2XER85AF
136748
2XE85BDF
136748
3ER50AF
136743
3E50BDF
136743
3ER85AF
136744
3E85BDF
136744
4ER50AF
136745
4E50BDF
136745
4ER85AF
136746
4E85BDF
136746
LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696
F25385 (May 2010)

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  • Page 1 ITW FEG promptly upon its request for such return at any time in the future. For additional information on Vulcan-Hart Company or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanhart.com.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL ................3 Introduction .

  • Page 3: General

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - GENERAL GENERAL INTRODUCTION SINGLE FLOOR MODEL FRYERS This Service Manual covers specific service Fryers with the Filter-Ready option installed, use the information related to the models listed on the front Mobile Filter. For service information related to the cover.

  • Page 4: Kleenscreen Filtration System

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - GENERAL KLEENSCREEN FILTRATION • On 208VAC and 240VAC models, a transformer provides power for the fryer SYSTEM controls and drawer filter system controls. • On 480VAC models, a 120VAC connection is The Kleenscreen filtration system is integrated into required for each fryer section.

  • Page 5: Removal And Replacement Of Parts

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS COVERS AND PANELS Electrical Components Access Panel Remove screws at top of access panel and lower panel. Remove screws from the bottom of element head assembly.

  • Page 6: Cooking Controls

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS COOKING CONTROLS DISCARD VALVE SWITCH (KLEENSCREEN FRYERS ONLY) Open the door to the fryer section being serviced. Disconnect lead wire connector. Remove switch mounting screws. Open fryer section door(s). Remove electrical connection to cooking controls.

  • Page 7: High Limit Thermostat

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Loosen clamps securing capillary tube and bulb to element. Remove element head cover as outlined under COVERS AND PANELS. Disconnect temperature probe lead wires. Remove element head cover as outlined under COVERS AND PANELS.

  • Page 8: Electrical Components

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS CIRCUIT BREAKER/ SUPPLY BOX COMPONENTS Open electrical component access panel. Remove screw and circuit breaker/ supply box cover. Disconnect lead wires then remove the component being replaced. Disconnect lead wires then remove the component being replaced.

  • Page 9: Fill Solenoid Valve (Kleenscreen Fryers Only)

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS FILL SOLENOID VALVE If replacing right heating element, remove temperature probe clamps and position (KLEENSCREEN FRYERS ONLY) temperature probe away from element. Disconnect swivel pipe fitting at rear of fry tank. NOTE: When installing high limit, route the capillary tube and center the bulb between the clamps before tightening.

  • Page 10: Lift Assist Springs

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Reverse procedure to install. LIFT ASSIST SPRINGS Remove lift assist springs from the eye bolt hooks. Remove lift assist springs from the hangers. To install springs: Attach spring hook to hanger thru rear door opening.

  • Page 11: Tilt Switch

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS TILT SWITCH Remove element head cover as outlined under COVERS AND PANELS. Lower heating elements. Disconnect lead wires from tilt switch. Remove tilt switch from element head. REAR VIEW SHOWN, ELEMENTS LOWERED FRONT VIEW SHOWN, ELEMENTS RAISED Reverse procedure to install and check for proper operation.

  • Page 12: Pump And Motor (Kleenscreen Fryers Only)

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF PARTS PUMP AND MOTOR Remove pipe fittings from the pump and install on replacement pump. (KLEENSCREEN FRYERS ONLY) Reverse procedure to install and check for proper operation. Drain filter tank of shortening. Open the fryer section doors above the filter tank drawer.

  • Page 13: Service Procedures And Adjustments

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - SERVICE PROCEDURES AND ADJUSTMENTS SERVICE PROCEDURES AND ADJUSTMENTS TEMPERATURE PROBE TEST The temperature probe is an RTD (resistance temperature device) of the thermistor type. As temperature increases the resistance value decreases. Probe Fault If a temperature probe fault occurs, red diagnostic LED on back of control assembly (inside control box cover) will flash.

  • Page 14: Cooking Control Calibration

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - SERVICE PROCEDURES AND ADJUSTMENTS COOKING CONTROL If the average temperature reading is out of tolerance, loosen set screw to remove CALIBRATION temperature knob and adjust calibration potentiometer. Verify condition of temperature probe as NOTE: Ensure that the shaft and knob position does outlined under TEMPERATURE PROBE TEST .
  • Page 15 ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - SERVICE PROCEDURES AND ADJUSTMENTS Lower heating elements to the down position. Loosen stop nut on all eye bolts. Adjust eye bolt mounting nuts as necessary, but equally on all springs to achieve the best spring tension to hold elements in place.

  • Page 16: Heating Element Test

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - SERVICE PROCEDURES AND ADJUSTMENTS HEATING ELEMENT TEST If unable to check current draw, a resistance check may indicate a malfunctioning element. See table for TOTAL AMPS PER OHMS PER proper values. VOLTAGE ELEMENT ELEMENT Turn power switch off and disconnect power to the machine.

  • Page 17: Electrical Operation

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION ELECTRICAL OPERATION COMPONENT FUNCTION FRYER CONTROLS Cooking Control ....Monitors and evaluates input signals to the control: Activates heat output signal to maintain shortening temperature;...
  • Page 18 ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION KLEENSCREEN FILTER CONTROLS Fill Solenoid Valve ... . When energized by filter switch, the solenoid valve opens to allow the flow of shortening thru filtering system.

  • Page 19: Component Location

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION COMPONENT LOCATION CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS COOKING CONTROL COMPONENTS Page 19 of 32 F25385 (May 2010)

  • Page 20: Sequence Of Operation

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION SEQUENCE OF OPERATION Cooking control cycles heat output on shortening temperature until power switch is turned off, heating elements are raised or a Conditions. high limit condition occurs. Fryer connected to correct supply voltage If shortening reaches 460EF, the high limit and is properly grounded.
  • Page 21 ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION NOTE: If using solid shortening, allow hot shortening temperatures, the pump seal life is shortening to stand in filter tank for decreased. approximately 6 minutes prior to filtering. Allow shortening to cycle at set temperature for approximately 10 minutes.

  • Page 22: Schematic Diagrams

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 208V & 240V Fryers Shown With KleenScreen Filtration System F25385 (May 2010) Page 22 of 32...

  • Page 23: 480V Fryers Shown With Kleenscreen Filtration System

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION 480V Fryers Shown With KleenScreen Filtration System Page 23 of 32 F25385 (May 2010)

  • Page 24: Wiring Diagrams

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION WIRING DIAGRAMS 208V & 240V (14, 17 kW) Fryers Shown With KleenScreen Filtration System F25385 (May 2010) Page 24 of 32...
  • Page 25 ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION Page 25 of 32 F25385 (May 2010)

  • Page 26: 208V & 240V (24 Kw) Fryers Shown With Kleenscreen Filtration System

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION 208V & 240V (24 kW) Fryers Shown With KleenScreen Filtration System F25385 (May 2010) Page 26 of 32...
  • Page 27 ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION Page 27 of 32 F25385 (May 2010)

  • Page 28: 480V Fryers Shown With Kleenscreen Filtration System

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION 480V Fryers Shown With KleenScreen Filtration System F25385 (May 2010) Page 28 of 32...
  • Page 29 ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION Page 29 of 32 F25385 (May 2010)

  • Page 30: Frymate (Dump Station)

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - ELECTRICAL OPERATION Frymate (Dump Station) F25385 (May 2010) Page 30 of 32...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ALL MODELS SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES Fryer does not heat, but voltage IS present Tilt switch covered with debris or malfunction (heating between J2 and J9. elements are lowered). High limit thermostat open. Contactor(s) malfunction.

  • Page 32: Kleenscreen Filtering System

    ERA & EBD SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS - TROUBLESHOOTING KLEENSCREEN FILTERING SYSTEM SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES Shortening not filtering, pump motor is Filter screen plugged. energized. Clog in filter system lines. NOTE: If using solid shortening, when all filtered shortening is returned to the fry tank and filter power switch is off, open the filter drawer approximately one inch.

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