Vulcan-Hart VF1 Installation & Operation Manual

Vulcan-Hart VF1 Installation & Operation Manual

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VF SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS
MODELS
VF1
VF90
VFD90
VF1D
V U L C A N - H A R T C O M P A N Y ,
FORM 31158 (May 2000)
ML-52913
ML-52917
ML-52532
ML-52538
P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791
INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
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VF1
www.vulcanhart.com

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL VF SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS MODELS ML-52913 VF90 ML-52917 VFD90 ML-52532 VF1D ML-52538 V U L C A N - H A R T C O M P A N Y , P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791 FORM 31158 (May 2000) –...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Controls — Model VF1 ........
  • Page 3: General

    The VF1 and VF1D floor model fryers are equipped with 6" (15 cm) adjustable legs. The fryers may be ordered without legs for installation on a masonry base. As an optional extra, the fryers can be supplied with a 4"...
  • Page 4: Installation

    Before installing, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the rating plate located on the inside of the door panel. If the supply and equipment requirements do not agree, do not proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or Vulcan-Hart Company immediately. UNPACKING This fryer was inspected before leaving the factory.
  • Page 5: Leveling

    The wiring diagram is attached to the fryer. Select the size and type of wire in accordance with the National Electrical Code suitable for carrying the fryer's rated amps and voltage. Use wires suitable for 75 C on fryers carrying more than 80 amps. 1.
  • Page 6: Operation

    CLEANING OR SERVICING THE FRYER. WARNING: SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT MOVE THE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK. CONTROLS - MODEL VF1 (Fig. 1) Power Switch Turns electric power to the fryer on or off.
  • Page 7: Adding Liquid Shortening To The Fryer

    ADDING LIQUID SHORTENING TO THE FRYER Shortening should be between 1-2" (2.5-5 cm) above the top of the heating elements’ surface. Liquid shortening may be used in all fryers. 1. Push power switch to OFF and allow fryer to cool. 2.
  • Page 8: Turning The Fryer Off

    Shortening life will be extended by filtering at least once a day, or more often if conditions warrant. Models VF1 and VF1D have a removable fry tank that can be lifted out by raising the heating elements out of the tank, or the shortening can be siphoned out.
  • Page 9: Cleaning

    Siphoning 1. Turn the fryer OFF and allow the shortening to cool. 2. Place the siphon assembly (Fig. 3) so that the short tube rests on the bottom of the tank and the long tube projects down through the hole in the grease trough. 3.
  • Page 10 Weekly or As Required 1. Once the shortening has been drained, flush out scraps and sediment with a small amount of warm shortening. Allow the tank to drain thoroughly. 2. Fill the tank with a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner, following the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    To obtain service and parts information concerning these fryers, contact the Vulcan-Hart service Depot in your area (refer to the listing supplied with the fryer) or Vulcan-Hart Company Service Department at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of this manual.
  • Page 12: Notes

    — NOTES — – 12 – FORM 31158 (May 2000) PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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