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Frymaster H14 Series Installation & Operation Manual

Frymaster H14 Series Installation & Operation Manual

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Series Codes AN through AX
Frym as t e r, a m e m ber of t h e Com m e rcial Food Eq uipm e nt Se rv ice Associat ion, re com m ends
us ing CFESA Cert ified Te ch nicians .
24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633
819-5473
06-00

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  • Page 1 Series Codes AN through AX Frym as t e r, a m e m ber of t h e Com m e rcial Food Eq uipm e nt Se rv ice Associat ion, re com m ends us ing CFESA Cert ified Te ch nicians . 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 819-5473 06-00...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    H14/17/22 Series Electric Fryers Installation and Operation TABLE OF CONTENTS Page # INTRODUCTION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    H14/H17/H22 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION General Read the instructions in this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate this equipment. This manual covers all configurations of models H14/H17/H22, including filtration options and triac- equipped (solid-state relays) models. H14, H17 and H22 fryers have many parts in common, and when discussed as a group, will be referred to as “Common Electric”...

  • Page 4: Computer Information

    Fryers in this series are equipped with automatic safety features: 1. Two high-temperature detection features shut off power to the elements should the termperature controls fail. 2. A safety switch built into the drain valve prevents the elements from heating with the drain valve even partially open.

  • Page 5: Shipping Damage Claim Procedure

    15 days of date of delivery. Be sure to retain container for inspection. Service Information For non-routine maintenance or repairs, or for service information, contact your local Frymaster Authorized Service Center (FASC). Service information may also be obtained by calling the Frymaster Technical Services Department (1-800-24FRYER).

  • Page 6: Installation Instructions

    CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS General Proper installation is essential for the safe, efficient, trouble-free operation of this appliance. Any unauthorized alteration of this equipment will void the Frymaster warranty. DANGER Copper wire suitable for at least 167°F (75°C) MUST MUST MUST MUST be used for power connections.
  • Page 7 All installation and service on FRYMASTER equipment must be performed by qualified, certified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel. Service may be obtained by contacting your local Factory Authorized Service Center. In the event of a power failure, the fryer(s) will automatically shut down. If this occurs, turn the power switch OFF.

  • Page 8: Power Requirements

    2. Close fryer drain-valve(s) and fill frypot with water to the bottom oil level line. 3. Boil out frypot(s). See Boil-Out instructions on page 2.4. 4. Drain, clean, and fill frypot(s) with cooking oil. See Filling With Cooking Oil/Shortening section. 5.
  • Page 9 DANGER This appliance MUST MUST be connected to the voltage and phase as specified on the MUST MUST rating and serial number plate located on the inside of the fryer door. DANGER All wiring connections for this appliance MUST MUST MUST MUST be made in accordance with the wiring diagrams furnished with the equipment.
  • Page 10 CAUTION Water or boil-out solution MUST MUST MUST not be allowed to drain into the filter pan or filter MUST system. Irreversible damage will result if water is allowed into the system. 5. Turn the fryer ON/OFF switch(s) to the OFF position. 6.

  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    H14/H17/H22 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 Operating Fryers with Computer Magic III Computers c y c l c y c l COM PUTER M AGIC ITEM DESCRIPTION Lighted Display -- left display of various functions and operations. Lighted Display -- right display of various functions and operations.
  • Page 12 WARNING Before turning on computer, ensure the fryer is filled with cooking oil/shortening or water. NEVER NEVER allow water to enter the Filtration System. NEVER NEVER 3.1.1 Equipment Setup and Shutdown Procedures Setup WARNING Fill the frypot to the bottom oil level line with vegetable oil before pressing the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
  • Page 13 Operating the Fryer A. Turn the computer on by pressing the switch. 1. One of the following displays will appear: a. CYCL, indicating that the element is operating in the melt-cycle mode. Fryer will remain in the melt-cycle mode until it reaches 180° F (82° C) or is canceled manually. b.
  • Page 14 3. If shake time is programmed, you will be notified to shake the product "X" seconds after the cook cycle begins (X= amount of time programmed). An alarm will sound and the display will read SH_. The blank will be the switch number. If no shake time is programmed, SH_ will not appear during the cook cycle.
  • Page 15 4. "SP-R" (Setpoint) will appear in the left display. This is for setting the cooking temperature. The temperature previously selected will be displayed in the right display. Enter new temperature. Press the switch to lock in temperature setting. If you do not wish to change the setting, press the switch.
  • Page 16 ADDITIONAL HOLD-TIME INSTRUCTIONS If the same product is being cooked in more than one basket, another product button can be programmed to use the hold timer programmed for use with the original basket or product. Example: Program button "3" for 7:00 minutes hold-time. Then when programming button "R" for hold time, press Address Button "4".
  • Page 17 3.2.3 Boil Feature CAUTION Do not drain water or boil-out solution into the filtration system. Irreparable damage will result and void the warranty. 1. Before switching the fryer(s) ON, close the frypot drain valve(s). Fill empty frypot with mixture of cold water and detergent. Follow detergent instructions when mixing. NOTE: Boil Mode will not turn on both sides of computer.
  • Page 18 3. The computer will call for heat constantly. The heat light will remain on until fryer is within 11°F (6°C) of setpoint. 4. Once the fryer is at setpoint, check recovery time by pressing the switch. CODE will appear in the left display. 5.
  • Page 19 3.3 Operating Fryers With Basket Lift Timers ITEM DESCRIPTION Lighted Display - left side display of functions and operations. Lighted Display - right side display of functions and operations. Temperature Check Switch - controls left side of split-pot. Press once for setpoint. Press again to return to cook time.
  • Page 20 3.3.1 Timer Controller Operating Instructions 1. Turning The Unit On SPLIT-POT: Left side press Left ON/OFF switch. Right side press Right ON/OFF switch. FULL-POT: Press Left or Right ON/OFF switch. 2. Adjusting the Temperature SPLIT-POT: Left side - press left Temperature Check Switch .
  • Page 21 4. Cooking Instructions Press left Basket Lift switch or right Basket Lift switch to initiate a timed cook-cycle. The corresponding displayed time now counts down. At time-out, the basket lift removes the product from the cooking oil/shortening. An audible alarm alerts the operator that cooking is completed, and the display area shows COOC.
  • Page 22 3.4 Operating Fryers With Digital Controllers ITEM DESCRIPTION Lighted Display – right side display of various functions and operations. Lighted Display – left side display of various functions and operations. On/Off Switch - controls power supply. C/F Switch - selects temperature display in Celsius or Fahrenheit. Temperature/Setpoint Display Switch - selects cooking oil/shortening temperature or setpoint temperature.
  • Page 23 1. Enable/Disable Melt Cycle Bypass A. The controller can be programmed to enable/disable the melt cycle bypass. 1. With the controller in the OFF mode, press the Melt-Cycle Switch (for a split-pot, press the right side switch). The display will read either a "0", meaning that the melt can be bypassed or a "1"...
  • Page 24 C. To change from Fahrenheit to Celsius display (either side on split-pot), press the C/F Switch 1. Display (both on split-pot) will change from "xxx° F" to "xxx° C". 2. Display (both on split-pot) will change back to "xxx° F" by pressing the C/F Switch again.
  • Page 25 3.5 Operating Fryers With Analog Controllers ITEM DESCRIPTION Power Supply Switch - controls power supply. Power On Light - indicates when electrical power is on. Temperature Control Knob - sets desired frying temperature. Heating Light - indicates element is on. Trouble Light - indicates malfunction of fryer control circuit or overheat condition.
  • Page 26 3.5.1 Temperature Calibration- Analog Controller 1. Insert a thermometer or pyrometer probe into the cooking oil/shortening near the fryer temperature-sensing probe. 2. Turn temperature control knob to frying temperature. 3. Let elements cycle on and off automatically three times to ensure the cooking oil/shortening temperature is uniform.

  • Page 27: Filtration Instructions

    Frymaster recommends that a Frymaster filter cone holder and filter cone be used when a filter machine is not available. If you are using a Frymaster filter cone holder, be sure that the cone holder rests securely on the metal container.
  • Page 28 Built-In Filtration System Operation Both the FootPrint III (FP III) and Filter Magic II (FM II) filtration systems allow the cooking oil or shortening in one frypot to be safely and efficiently filtered while the other frypots in a battery remain in operation.
  • Page 29 NOTE: If changing filter paper, remove the crumb tray and paper hold-down ring and clean with a solution of hot water and dishwashing detergent. Remove and discard the used filter paper. Be careful, the oil-soaked paper may be very hot and may cause burns. Remove the metal filter screen and pan and clean thoroughly using a solution of hot water and detergent, ensuring that all breading and food particles are...
  • Page 30 4. Sprinkle filter powder over the filter paper. (For powder quantity, see the filter powder manufacturer’s instructions.) Replace the crumb tray in the filter pan and close the cover. 5. Push the filter pan back into the fryer, positioning it all the way to the back of the cabinet.

  • Page 31: Operation Of The Filter Unit

    1. To filter the cooking oil, turn the fryer power OFF, then open the drain valve on the fryer you have selected to filter. 2. If necessary, use the Fryer's Friend steel rod to clear the drain from inside the frypot as necessary (see Warning And Danger Statements, page 4-1). Frymaster P/N 803-0197...
  • Page 32 3. Snap the Power Shower into the frypot.- DANGER DO NOT operate the filter without the Power Shower in place unless unit is configured with a rear flush option. Hot oil will spray out of the fryer and may cause injury.
  • Page 33 6. After the oil is filtered, close the drain valve and allow the fryer to refill. Let the filter run 10 to 12 seconds after bubbles appear in the oil to clear the lines and prevent hardening of shortening in the lines. CAUTION The crumb tray in fryers equipped with a filter system must be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations each day.
  • Page 34 Reset switch location: Old-style FPIII Reset switch location: New-style FPIII When the fryer is full, turn the filter handle to the OFF position. (For units equipped with a rear- flush option, position the control lever to the OFF position.) Remove the Power Shower and allow it to drain.
  • Page 35 4.1.3 Shortening Disposal Unit CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS (Read Before Using SDU) Ø Do not turn fryer on with frypot empty. Ø Exercise extreme caution when working with hot oil/shortening. Ø Do not overfill tank past the capacity mark on tank. Ø...
  • Page 36 SDU properly positioned under fryer drain 4. When draining is finished, close fryer drain valve and close SDU cover securely. Transport spent oil/shortening to an appropriate storage container. 5. Position discharge pipe over the storage container. 6. Pump is self-priming and will start pumping in a few turns. Continue pumping until all oil/shortening is discharged.

  • Page 37: Preventive Maintenance

    H14/H17/H22 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5.1 Cleaning Fryer 5.1.1 Clean Inside and Outside of Fryer Cabinet- Daily Clean inside the fryer cabinet with a dry, clean cloth. Wipe all accessible metal surfaces and components to remove accumulated oil/shortening and dust. Clean outside the fryer cabinet, with a clean, damp cloth soaked with dishwashing detergent.
  • Page 38 CAUTION Do not run water or boil-out solution through the filtration system. Doing so will cause irreparable damage to the pump. 7. Refill the frypot(s) with clean water. Rinse the frypot(s) twice, drain and wipe with a clean towel. Thoroughly remove all water from the frypot and elements before filling the frypot with cooking oil/shortening.
  • Page 39 There are no periodic preventive maintenance checks and services required for your FootPrint III or Filter Magic II Filtration Systems other than daily cleaning of the filter pan with a solution of hot water and detergent. If you notice that the system is pumping slowly or not at all, verify that the filter pan screen is on the bottom of the filter pan, with the paper on top of the screen.

  • Page 40: Operator Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 41 Troubleshooting Fryers and Controllers 6.2.1 Fryer Off COMPUTER/ CONTROLLER PANEL OPEN INTERFACE BOARD VISIBLE Press the ON/ OFF switch (OFF displayed in window). Probable causes are: 1. No power applied to the fryer power Is the CMP LED in the top cord center of the interface board 2.
  • Page 42 6.2.2 Fryer Heating Oil Turn the fryer ON and set the temperature at least 45° F above temperature of cooking oil. COMPUTER (CMIII) 1. "_ _ _ _ _" displayed, indicates oil temperature is within 21° F (12° C) of setpoint 2.
  • Page 43 6.2.2 Fryer Heating Oil (cont.) Continued from previous page 1. Defective latching relay 2. Broken or improper wire connection 24 Volts supplied to Latching 3. Defective interface board Contactor and contactor closes? 4. Defective latching contactor 1. Defective latching relay As heat light illuminates, right HT 2.
  • Page 44 6.2.2 Fryer Heating Oil (cont.) Continued from previous page Unit stops heating with heat light on: - Defective or improperly installed high limit - Defective heating or latching contactor Elements continue to heat and maintain proper temperature Unit heats until high limit trips without (will cycle during melt)? heat light on: - Defective heating element...
  • Page 45 Call FASC filter. If unable to remove blockage, or installed filter paper. Call FASC or or Frymaster Service Department. FASC or call Frymaster call FASC or Frymaster Service Service Department. Frymaster Service Department. Department.
  • Page 46 Troubleshooting The Built-in Filtration System (cont.) PUMP STARTS, BUT NO TRANSFER TAKES PLACE OR TRANSFER IS VERY SLOW. Move the filter handle to the OFF position. Allow oil/shortening to Is pumping erratic cool, then empty the filter pan. (spitting/spurting)? Verify that the Power Shower is installed, if so equipped.
  • Page 47 Move the filter handle to the ON position. Is the Power Is Power Problem Shower spraying Shower spraying resolved. properly? properly? Problem is beyond scope of operator troubleshooting. Call FASC or Frymaster Service Department.
  • Page 48 Troubleshooting The Built-in Filtration System (cont.) AFTER FILTERING, FRYER DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. ANALOG CONTROLLER TROUBLE LIGHT ON OR CMIII COMPUTER DISPLAYS "HELP" Verify that drain valve is fully closed. Is fryer operating Problem resolved. properly? Refer to Troubleshooting Guides in Section 6.2.
  • Page 49 Probe, pot and element change for export. 12/3/96 CE modifications 10/1/98 Remove bracket 5/27/98 Control cord change 2/1/99 New Filter Magic pan 8/23/99 New design oil return * Codes may be different for some configurations. Contact Frymaster Service (800- 551-8633) for the correct series codes.

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