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Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER. THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any questions concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.
Seller’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair of defects without charge by a Wells Mfg. Co. factory authorized service agency or one of its sub-service agen- cies.
PARTS & SERVICE CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA Thank You for purchasing this Wells Manufacturing Co. appliance. Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance will ensure that it gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION DANGER FIRE HAZARD THE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM MUST BE CHARGED AND CERTIFIED BY AN AUTHORIZED ANSUL® DISTRIBUTOR. NEVER ATTEMPT TO MODIFY OR BYPASS THE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM. AN UNCONTROLLED FIRE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH AND/OR PROPERTY LOSS.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION (continued) This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments only. This appliance is intended to prepare food for human consumption. No other use is recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its agents. Operators of this appliance must be familiar with the appliance use, limitations and associated restrictions.
(i.e. red SERVICE REQUIRED light is on), when the user fails to have the proper replacement pre-filter and/or filter pack on hand. The Ventless Cooking System™ hood is designed as part of a WELLS cooking appliance only. No other use of this product is authorized by the manufacturer or its agents.
UNPACKING & INSPECTION Carefully remove the appliance from the carton. Remove all protective plastic film, packing materials and accessories from the Appliance before connecting electrical power or otherwise performing any installation procedure. Carefully read all instructions in this manual and the Installation Instruction Sheet packed with the appliance before starting any installation.
INSTALLATION (continued) IMPORTANT! Verify that this VENTILATOR and food cooking equipment installation is in compliance with the specifications listed in this manual, with local code requirements, and in accordance with N.F.P.A 96 (THE STANDARD FOR VENTILATION CONTROL AND FIRE PROTECTION OF COMMERCIAL COOKING OPERATIONS - current edition).
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(i.e. remove rear casters and replace with legs). Additional legs may be ordered through an Authorized Wells Service Agency. See page 29. 2. The FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM is comprised of a pressurized cartridge &...
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INSTALLATION (continued) NOTE: The GREASE BAFFLE and FILTER PACK activate mechanical switches, and the PRE-FILTER activates a vacuum switch, to verify that the filter elements are in their proper positions. All filter elements must be properly installed or the cooking appliances will not be energized.
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GREASE DRIP TRAY INSTALLATION 1. Install the GREASE DRIP TRAY on the hanger brackets, directly below the grease baffle. INSTALL COOKING APPLIANCE COMPONENTS 1. FRYER COMPONENTS a. Raise the fryer ELEMENT HEAD and install FRYPOT. b. Using the BASKET RACK as a handle, lift the ELEMENT HEAD slightly, Then rotate the spring-loaded SUPPORT ROD forward.
OPERATION CAUTION: HOT SURFACE Exposed surfaces can be hot to the touch and may cause burns. Fig. 10 Ventilator Indicator and Warning Lights VENTILATOR OPERATION 1. Press the VENTILATOR POWER switch to ON. The green VENTILATOR POWER light will glow and the blower fan will start. After a short time, if all filters are sensed as being in position and not clogged, the cooking appliance will be energized.
GRIDDLE OPERATION PREPARING THE GRIDDLE SURFACE 1. SEASONING STANDARD GRIDDLES As manufactured, the steel surface of your Wells griddle has microscopic pores. It is important to fill these pores with oil in order to provide a hard, non-stick cooking surface.
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OPERATION FRYER OPERATION DANGER: BURN HAZARD Contact with hot oil will cause severe burns. Always wear protective clothing and heat resistant gloves when operating the fryer. CAUTION: Hot Surface Exposed surfaces can be hot to the touch and may cause burns.
2. Moist heat with pans: a. This Wells warmer is designed to accommodate any combination of standard-size, steam table pans. b. Place a small amount of water in drawer pan. Place pans in drawer pan.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Disconnect appliance from electric power before cleaning. CAUTION: HOT SURFACE Exposed surfaces can be hot to the touch and may cause burns. Allow appliance to cool before cleaning. IMPORTANT: Never allow PRE-FILTER or FILTER PACK to get wet. DO NOT wash either of these two filters.
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FRYER SECTION CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS DANGER: BURN HAZARD Contact with hot oil will cause severe burns. Allow the fryer to cool before cleaning. Always wear protective clothing and heat resistant gloves when cleaning the fryer. PREPARATION Turn fryer switch and temperature control OFF Allow fryer to cool completely before cleaning Disconnect fryer from electric power before cleaning...
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (continued) CAUTION: HOT SURFACE Exposed surfaces can be hot to the touch and may cause burns. CAUTION: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT splash or pour water onto control panel or wiring. CAUTION: HEAT AND SMOKE HAZARD Keep the ventilator fan running during any "hot surface"...
DRAWER WARMER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS PRECAUTIONS: Turn control knob to OFF. Allow drawers to cool before proceeding. Remove drawer pans and Humitrol racks. FREQUENCY: Minimum -Daily TOOLS: Warm water and mild detergent Clean cloth or sponge 1. Remove drawers from warmer: Pull warmer drawer out until fully extended.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FRYER - DISPOSAL OF USED OIL DANGER: BURN HAZARD Contact with hot oil will cause severe burns. Allow the fryer to cool before cleaning. Always wear protective clothing and heat resistant gloves when handling hot oil. PREPARATION Turn temperature control to OFF Allow fryer to cool completely before draining FREQUENCY Daily, or as needed...
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FRYER - PERIODIC CLEANING Empty frypot and performing cleaning procedure as described on page 21. Add 1/2 cup of granulated dishwasher detergent to frypot. Fill with water to the MAX OIL line. Lower the element into the frypot and set the control knob to 225ºF Boil the mixture for five minutes.
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD Disconnect appliance from electric power before cleaning. CAUTION: HOT SURFACE Exposed surfaces can be hot to the touch and may cause burns. Allow appliance to cool before cleaning. DRAWER WARMER - ADJUSTMENTS AND LUBRICATION PRECAUTIONS: Turn control knob to OFF.
Plug unit into power receptacle Reset circuit breaker Install filters properly Replace filters Contact Ansul® Distributor for service. Contact Authorized Wells Service Agent for repairs. Press Fryer Power Switch to ON desired temperature. Contact Authorized Wells Service Agent for repairs.
ANSUL ANSUL INCORPORATED ® MARINETTE, WI 54143-2542 Manufacturer’s ANSUL INCORPORATED Name: One Stanton Street, Marinette, WI 54143-2542 Address: Safety and Health Department Prepared By: SECTION 1 - IDENTITY Common Name (Used on Label): ANSULEX Low pH Liquid Fire Suppressant (Trade Name and Synonyms) Chemical N/A This is a Mixture Name:...
SECTION 5 - HEALTH HAZARDS Threshold None Established Limit Value: Routes of Entry: Irritant Eye Contact: Skin Contact: Irritant Inhalation: Not an expected route of entry. Can be irritating to mucous membranes. Ingestion: Irritating to mucous membranes. Acute Oral LD (Sprague-Dawley rats) 825.5mg/kg. Acute Exposure: Material irritates skin, eyes, and mucous membranes.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES USE AND MAINTENANCE SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STANDARD FOR VENTILATION CONTROL AND FIRE PROTECTION OF COMMERCIAL COOKING OPERATIONS, N.F.P.A 17A & N.F.P.A. 96 (current editions). DANGER Fire Hazard FAILURE TO PROPERLY CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THIS EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE A FIRE.
HUMITROL RACK DRAWER WARMER PAN WELLS BULLETIN (ANSUL® PARTS LIST) NOTE: Ansul® Manual 418087-05 and Wells Bulletin 303331 are intended for use by authorized Ansul® service personnel only. Ansul® Manual 418087-05 must be obtained through your authorized Ansul® distributor. please have this information available if calling for service...
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