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EH1721, BIH1721 & FPH1721 Series NON-CE & Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends using CFESA Certified Technicians. *8195713* 24 Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 PRINTED IN THE UNITED Email: service@frymaster.com STATES APRIL 2005 www.frymaster.com...
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DIRECTLY FROM FRYMASTER DEAN, OR ANY OF ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS, AND/OR THE PART BEING USED IS MODIFIED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION, THIS WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. FURTHER, FRYMASTER DEAN AND ITS AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES OR EXPENSES INCURRED BY THE CUSTOMER WHICH ARISE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DUE TO THE INSTALLATION OF ANY MODIFIED PART AND/OR PART RECEIVED FROM AN UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.
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The front ledge of the fryer is not a step. Do not stand on the fryer. Serious injury can result from slips or contact with the hot oil. Single fryers equipped with legs must be stabilized by installing anchor straps. All fryers...
EH1721 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 General Read the instructions in this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate this equipment. This manual covers all EH1721 Series electric fryers. EH1721 Series electric fryers feature easy to clean, open frypots with tilt-up elements. The fryers are controlled by multi-product cooking computers and come in full-pot configurations.
EH1721 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS 1.3 Computer Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. While this device is a verified Class A device, it has been shown to meet the Class B limits.
Serial Number _________________________ Voltage ______________________________ Nature of the Problem ___________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________________ 1.6 After Purchase In order to improve service, have the following chart filled in by the Frymaster Dean Authorized Service Technician who installed this equipment. Authorized Service Technician/FASC Address Telephone/Fax...
All authorized service personnel are required to be equipped with a complete set of service parts manuals and stock a minimum amount of parts for Frymaster Dean equipment. A list of Frymaster Dean Factory Authorized Service Centers (FASCs) was included with the fryer when shipped from the factory.
Drain and Filter Control Handles Fryer Identification Data Label (Model and Under Fryer Filtration Unit Serial Number) TYPICAL CONFIGURATION (FPH31721 SHOWN) NOTE: The appearance of your fryer may differ slightly from that shown depending upon configuration and date of manufacture.
Section 1.7 of this manual) to install or otherwise service this equipment will void the Frymaster warranty and may result in damage to the equipment or injury to personnel. Where conflicts exist between instructions and information in this manual and local or national codes or regulations, installation and operation shall comply with the codes or regulations in force in the country in which the equipment is installed.
EH1721 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS If the electrical power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Frymaster Dean Factory Authorized Service Center technician or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
2. When the fryer is leveled in its final position, install the restraints provided with the unit to limit its movement so that it does not depend on or transmit stress to the electrical conduit or connection as well as to prevent tipping.
EH1721 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3. Close fryer drain-valve and fill frypot with water to the bottom OIL LEVEL line. 4. Boil out frypot prior to first use. See Frypot Boil-Out instructions in Section 2.4. 5. Drain, clean, and fill frypot(s) with cooking oil. See Section 2.5, Equipment Setup and Shutdown Procedures.
Also, after the fryer has been in use for a period of time, a hard film of caramelized oil will form inside the frypot. This film should be periodically removed by following the boil-out procedure.
EH1721 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2.5 Equipment Setup and Shutdown Procedures Setup Fill the frypot to the bottom OIL LEVEL line with oil before pressing the ON/OFF switch to the "ON" position. elements. 1. Fill the frypot with oil to the bottom OIL LEVEL line located on the rear of the frypot. This will allow for oil expansion as heat is applied.
3.1 Cleaning Fryer 3.1.1 Clean Inside and Outside of Fryer Cabinet— Daily 1. Clean inside the fryer cabinet with a dry, clean cloth. Wipe all accessible metal surfaces and components to remove accumulated oil and dust. 2. Clean outside the fryer cabinet, with a clean, damp cloth soaked with dishwashing detergent.
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2. Position a metal container under the drainpipe. The metal container must be able to withstand the heat of the oil and have a sealing lid. If you intend to reuse the oil, Frymaster recommends that a Frymaster filter cone holder and filter cone be used when a filter machine is not available.
CHAPTER 3: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 3.2 Periodic/Annual Maintenance Frymaster recommends that the fryer be inspected annually by a Factory Authorized Service Technician for the following checks and adjustments: • Inspect the cabinet inside and out, front and rear for excessive oil build-up and/or oil migration.
3.3 Stainless Steel Care All stainless steel fryer outer parts should be wiped regularly with hot, soapy water during the day and with a liquid cleaner designed for this material at the end of each day.
4.1.1 Assembling the Filter The Single Under Fryer/Under Fryer Filter (SUFF/UFF) uses filter paper held in place by a hold- down ring to filter impurities and debris from the cooking medium. The filter pan is assembled with the following components (see illustration below): 1.
4.2.2 Filtering Tools Assemble tools to be used for filtering. These are supplied with the filter starter kit included with the fryer/filter system: • Frypot/Filter Brush - used to clean frypot and filter pan sides and bottom, heating elements, and to dislodge sediment during filtration or oil change.
1. Pull the filter pan outward until the slip fitting disconnects. Allow any residual oil left in the fittings to drip into the pan. Remove the filter pan from fryer cabinet. Use caution and wear protective gear. 2. Remove both pan covers from the pan.
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EH1721 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4.3.1 Pan Preparation (cont.) 3. Remove the crumb screen, hold-down ring and filter paper from pan. Lift the support grid, remove and set aside. Clean all components in hot, soapy water and dry thoroughly.
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EH1721 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4.3.1 Pan Preparation (cont.) 6. Seat the filter paper with the hold-down ring, ensuring that the paper extends beyond all sides of the hold-down ring. 7. Sprinkle 8 ounces of filter powder evenly over the surface of the filter paper.
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Ensure that the pan covers properly overlap the filter pan (arrows), indicating correct placement. 11. Install the prepared filter pan into the fryer cabinet. Ensure that the slip fittings engage properly prior to activating filter pump. Replace the crumb tray in the pan.
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NEVER operate the filter unit unless oil is at operating temperature [~350°F (177°C)]. 1. Ensure the filter pan assembly is prepared as described in Section 4.3.1- Pan Preparation. 2. Ensure the oil is at operating temperature and turn the fryer off. 3. Remove fry baskets from frypot. Prior to filtering, skim any large debris from the oil.
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If the frypot sides and bottom have sediment deposits, lift the heating elements and clean the frypot with the cleaning brush included with the fryer. 7. After the oil is filtered, close the drain valve (push the red handle until it stops) and allow the fryer to refill.
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9. If the oil level is low, add oil until the level is at the top OIL LEVEL line. Remember, the oil is at operating temperature. Turn the fryer 10. Do not allow crumbs to accumulate in the crumb tray. The crumb tray MUST be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations EACH day.
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Do not bang fry baskets or other utensils on the fryer’s joiner strip. The strip is present to seal the joint between the frypots. Banging fry baskets on the strip to dislodge shortening will distort the strip, adversely affecting its fit.
Although the chapter covers the most common problems reported, you may encounter problems that are not covered. In such instances, the Frymaster Technical Services staff will make every effort to help you identify and resolve the problem.
A. Plug power cord in and verify that B. Call FASC. C. If any of the components in the A. This fryer is equipped with a drain B. Call FASC. C. If the circuitry in the fryer control Corrective Action circuit breaker is not tripped.
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180°F (82°C). In CM III.5 computers, CYCL will appear in the display when in the melt-cycle mode Refer to the separate Frymaster Fryer Controllers User's Manual for the procedure for canceling the melt-cycle for the particular controller installed on your fryer.
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If the display never goes out, the fryer is not heating. Look for a decimal in the LED display between digits 1 and 2.
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Shut the fryer off and call FASC. The CM III.5 computer may be programmed for constant temperature display or countdown timer display. Refer to the separate Frymaster Fryer Controllers User's Manual for instructions on toggling between these display options. Probable Causes...
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Problem C. Blockage in filter pump. Test: Close the drain valve and pull Filter pump won’t the filter pan out from the fryer. start. (cont) Activate the pump. If the pump motor hums for a short time then stops, the probable cause is blockage of the pump itself.
EH1721 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 5: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING Recommended Spare Parts Below is a list of recommended spare parts that might need replacing during the life of EH1721 Series Electric Fryers. ELEMENTS: Determine what elements are required and order from the list below.
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Frymaster, L.L.C., 8700 Line Avenue, PO Box 51000, Shreveport, Louisiana 71135-1000 Shipping Address: 8700 Line Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana 71106 TEL 1-318-865-1711 FAX (Parts) 1-318-219-7140 FAX (Tech Support) 1-318-219-7135 Price: $12.00 SERVICE HOTLINE PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES 819-5713 1-800-551-8633 APRIL 2005...