Section 1. Introduction; Pressure Fryer; Proper Care; Assistance - Henny Penny 500 Operator's Manual

1-1. PRESSURE FRYER

P-H-T
Pressure
Heat
Time

1-2. PROPER CARE

1-3. ASSISTANCE

1-4. MODEL VARIATIONS

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SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION

The Henny Penny Pressure Fryer is a basic unit of food processing
equipment. It has found wide application in institutional and commercial
food service operations.
A combination of pressure, heat, and time is automatically controlled to
produce the optimum in a tasty, appealing product.
Pressure is basic to this method of food preparation. This pressure is
developed from the natural moisture of the food. The patented lid traps
this moisture and uses it as steam. Because the steam builds rapidly,
the greater part of the natural juices are retained within the food. An
exclusive deadweight assembly vents excess steam from the pot and
maintains constant low, live steam pressure.
Heat generated is another important factor of the pressure fryer. The
normal suggested frying operation is between 315 and 325°F. This
results in energy savings and extends the frying life of the shortening.
Energy savings is realized due to the unit's short frying time, low
temperature, and heat retention of the stainless steel frypot.
Time is important because the shorter the time involved in frying foods
results in additional economies for the user. Foods are table ready in
less time than it would take to fry them in a conventional open-type
fryer.
As in any unit of food service equipment, the Henny Penny Pressure
Fryer does require care and maintenance. Requirements for the
maintenance and cleaning are contained in this manual and must
become a regular part of the operation of the unit at all times.
Should you require outside assistance, just call your local Henny
Penny distributor in your area, call Henny Penny Corp.
1-800-417-8405 toll free or 1-937-456-8405, or go online to the
Henny Penny Web site at www.hennypenny.com.
This manual covers both gas and electric models, as well as, various
options and major accessories. Where information pertains to only
one model, it is so noted.
Model 500/561/600
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