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- Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual Covering Models VF35, VF65 Fryers L20-418 Rev 2 (5/16)
- Page 2 Pitco and/or its Authorized Service and information from your local gas Parts (ASAP) companies, this warranty supplier. will be void. In addition, Pitco and its affiliates will not be liable for any claims, FOR YOUR PROTECTION DO NOT store or use gasoline or other...
- Page 3 WARNING cord and it is damaged, it must be The oil/shortening level should NOT fall replaced by a Pitco Authorized Service below the minimum indicated level line and Parts (ASAP) company technician, at any time. The use of old shortening...
- Page 4 TO THE PURCHASER, OWNER AND STORE MANAGER Please review these warnings prior to posting them in a prominent location for reference. WARNING WARNING There is an open flame inside this To avoid splashing of hot liquid when appliance. The unit may get hot enough installed, this fryer must be restrained to set nearby materials on fire.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL INSTALLATION ..............................6 GAS CONNECTION ............................9 FILLING THE APPLIANCE ......................... 11 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ....................... 12 PILOT FLAME ADJUSTMENT ......................13 BURNER SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT ..................... 13 OPERATION ..............................15 APPLIANCE START UP ............................. 17 APPLIANCE SHUTDOWN .......................... -
Page 6: Installation
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL INSTALLATION Your new Pitco appliance has been carefully packed into one crate. Every effort has been made to ensure that it is delivered to you in perfect condition. Pitco does not assume responsibility for damage or loss incurred in transit. - Page 7 PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL CAUTION To prevent appliance damage and/or personal injury, do not tilt the appliance onto any two of its casters or legs, or pull the appliance by the splash back. WARNING This appliance must be installed with the legs or casters provided by the manufacturer.
- Page 8 PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL CE GAS TABLE Refer to the following table for gas specifications for the country of use. If the country of use is NOT listed, refer to the information printed on the data plate.
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Page 9: Gas Connection
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL 3. When properly installed the angled section of the heat deflector will extend over the flue opening to redirect the heat. It SHOULD NOT cover the flue opening. Never allow anything to block the flue opening;... - Page 10 PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL appliance can be connected during the test, but the unit’s gas control valve must be turned OFF. Test all gas line connections for leaks with a solution of soap and water when pressure applied.
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Page 11: Filling The Appliance
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL Before you begin filling and adjusting the appliance, perform the following visual checks: After the appliance is in its permanent location, check the levelness. Any additional leveling that is necessary can be performed as previously described. -
Page 12: Lighting Instructions
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL WARNING During operation, there is an open flame inside this appliance. The unit may get hot enough to set nearby materials on fire. Keep the area around the appliance free from combustibles. WARNING If pilot extinguishes, wait 5 minutes before attempting to relight the pilot to allow any built-up gas to dissipate. -
Page 13: Pilot Flame Adjustment
DO NOT operate the appliance. Contact an Authorized Service Company. 4. Turn off ALL appliances, turn OFF the gas control valve on your Pitco appliance and remove the pressure gauge. Apply pipe joint compound to the burner pressure tap plug and reinstall it. - Page 14 PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL CAUTION Be careful not to disturb the probe and high temperature limit bulb and capillary during operation and cleaning of this appliance. When your appliance is shipped, many of its parts are covered with a thin coat of oil for protection. Before the appliance is ready for cooking all transit materials must be removed and the appliance must be cleaned.
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Page 15: Operation
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL OPERATION Both liquid and solid oil/shortening can be used in this appliance, but liquid is preferred. If solid oil/shortening is used it is recommended that you melt the oil/shortening before adding it to the appliance. - Page 16 PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL To fill the tank with solid oil/shortening refer to the following procedure 1. Remove the screen covering the heat tubes (tube screen). 2. Cut the solid oil/shortening into cubes no larger than one inch (2.54 cm). ALWAYS pack the oil/shortening below, between, and on top of the heat tubes.
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Page 17: Appliance Start Up
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL APPLIANCE START UP Refer to the following procedure to start the appliance prior to operation. 1. Fill the cook tank with oil/shortening (See Section 2.1 FILLING THE COOK TANK). Never operate the appliance unless the cook tank is properly filled. -
Page 18: Appliance Shutdown
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL OIL TEMPERATURE Keep the oil temperature in the fryer to a maximum of 190°C (374°F). Higher temperatures will cause rapid breakdown of the oil and give you no faster cooking. At 205°C (401°F) to 210°C (410°F) the life of the oil is only one third of its life at 190°C (374°F). -
Page 19: Appliance Inspection
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL DAILY CLEANING At least daily, filtering the oil is required. Make sure a clean filter is used every day. Using the cleaning brush, crumb scoop and clean out rod, remove all the loose debris APPLIANCE INSPECTION ... -
Page 20: Boil Out Procedure
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL Performing the preventative maintenance steps above on a daily basis will keep your appliance clean and safe. On a weekly basis, these additional steps should be performed. Wear personal protective gear when performing preventative maintenance! 1. -
Page 21: Safety Evaluation
This section should ONLY be performed by a qualified service technician as part of a regular kitchen maintenance program. This inspection should take place a minimum of once a year by an Authorized Service Technician recommended by Pitco. It may be necessary perform this inspection more than once a year. - Page 22 PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL Proper ventilation hood operation is very important for the correct operation of this appliance and the safety of personnel. The ventilation hood should be inspected at the time of installation of this appliance to ensure that it will operate properly in conjunction with the appliance.
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Page 23: Troubleshooting
PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING This appliance is equipped with a high temperature limit switch. The high temperature limit switch will stop the appliance from functioning if the oil temperature in the cook tank reaches an unsafe temperature. In the event that the high temperature limit has tripped, please refer to the following procedure to reset the switch. - Page 24 PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL Fryer does not work. Purge air from pilot line. With the gas control Will the Is the gas control valve knob in the pilot valve in the "PILOT" position, hold light? “PILOT” position? the knob in for approx.
- Page 25 Length Width Weight 2.0' - 3.5" VF35 14" (35.6 cm) 14" (35.6 cm) 47.3" (120.1 cm) 15.6" (39.6 cm) 32" (81.3 cm) 161 lbs. (73 kg) (5.1 - 8.9 cm) 4" - 6" VF65 18" (45.7 cm) 17.3" (44 cm) 47.3"...
- Page 26 Pitco factory at Authorized Service and Parts representative +1 (603) 225-6684 World Wide (ASAP) covering your area, or contact Pitco at Website Address: www.pitco.com the numbers listed to the left. MAILING ADDRESS – P.O. BOX 501, CONCORD, NH 03302-0501 SHIPPING ADDRESS –...