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Thor Gas Fryer Technical Service Manual Model: GH110-P , GH110-N,GH111-P,GH111-N IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please complete this information and retain this manual for the life of the equipment. For Warranty Service and/or parts, this information is required. Model Number Serial Number...
Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Introduction Specification Dimensions Installation 4 ~ 6 Operation 7 ~ 9 Cleaning and Maintenance 10 ~ 11 Troubleshooting 12 ~ 25 Conversion from NG to LPG and vice-versa Explosion Drawing Parts List...
Introduction We are confident that you will be delighted with your Thor Gas Fryer, and it will become a most valued appliance in your commercial kitchen. To ensure you receive the utmost benefit from your new Gas Fryer, there are two important things you can do.
Installation Installation Requirements NOTE: • It is most important that this appliance is installed correctly and that operation is correct before use. Installation shall comply with local gas, health and safety requirements. • This appliance shall be installed with sufficient ventilation to prevent the occurrence of unacceptable concentrations of substances harmful to health.
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2,000 feet altitude and that information was not specified when ordered, contact the appropriate authorized Thor Service Representative or the Thor Service Department. Failure to install with proper orifice sizing will result in poor performance and may void the warranty.
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Installation CAUTION THIS APPLIANCE AND ITS INDIVIDUAL COMBINATION GAS VALVE MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM DURING ANY PRESSURE TESTING OF THAT SYSTEM AT TEST PRESSURES IN EXCESS OF 14”WC (1/2 PSIG or 3.45 kPa). If the incoming gas pressure is in excess of 14"WC (1/2PSI, 3.45 kPa), a proper step-down regulator will be required.
Operation Operation Guide CAUTION • THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE AND IS ONLY TO BE USED BY QUALIFIED PEOPLE. • ONLY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONS ARE TO CARRY OUT INSTALLATION, SERVICING OR GAS CONVERSION OPERATIONS. • COMPONENTS HAVING ADJUSTMENTS PROTECTED (E.G. PAINT SEALED) BY THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD NOT BE ADJUSTED BY THE USER/OPERATOR.
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Operation Operation Guide Open the burner compartment door and do the following: 1. Turn thermostat to “0” 2. Press down the ignition button, turn the thermostat counterclockwise to the “0” position (shown), and continue to press the knob down. Ignition Button Shut-down Button Thermostat...
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Operation High Limit Control Thor Fryers are equipped with a secondary heat control that prevents the oil temperature from rising above 195°C/450°F. (Because of the accuracy tolerance of the sensor, the oil temperature may reach as high as 200°C/475°F.) In the event the fryer shuts down due to this condition, the oil must be cooled to below 185°C/400°F before the pilot burner can be re-ignited.
Cleaning and Maintenance Thor equipment is constructed with the best quality materials and is designed to provide durable service when properly maintained. To expect the best performance, your equipment must be maintained in good condition and cleaned daily. Naturally, the frequency and extent of cleaning depends on the amount and degree of usage.
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Cleaning and Maintenance MONTHLY CLEANING 1. Perform the Weekly Cleaning procedure (see previous section). 2. Clean around burner and orifices if lint has accumulated. 3. Visually check that burner carry-over ports are unobstructed. CLEANING STAINLESS STEEL SURFACES To remove normal dirt, grease and product residue from stainless steel use ordinary soap and water (with or without detergent) applied with a sponge or cloth.
Service (For Authorized Service Technician Only) NOTICE Warranty will be void and the manufacturer is relieved of all liability if: Service work is performed by other than a qualified technician OR Other than approved Thor replacement parts are installed. WARNING Adjustments and service work may be performed only by a qualified technician who is experienced in, and knowledgeable with, the operation of commercial gas cooking equipment.
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Trouble shooting GENERAL INFORMATION BURNING SPEED: The velocity at which flame travels through an air-gas mixture. Burning speeds vary with types of gases, and the amount of air mixed with the gas. This air to gas ratio is very important in that it is directly related to flame stability.
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Trouble shooting BURNER PROBLEMS LIFTING BURNER FLAMES: Excessive primary air can cause flames to lift and blow off the burner ports which can be noisy as well as inefficient. More importantly however is the production of dangerous carbon monoxide under this condition.
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Trouble shooting BURNER PROBLEMS– cont’d. FLOATING FLAMES: The difference between floating flames and lifting (or blowing) flames should be clearly understood. Both conditions are undesirable, but the causes and corrective steps are different. Floating flames are lazy looking. They do not have well defined cones, and appear to be “reaching” for the air. They are long, ill- defined, quite flames which roll around in the combustion chamber sometimes completely off the ports.
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Trouble shooting Fault Possible Cause Remedy No gas supply or gas isolation Ensure gas isolation valve is turned on, and Pilot won’t light. valve is OFF. that gas tanks are not empty. Pilot injector is clogged or partially Check the pilot injector if clogged or blocked.
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Trouble shooting NOTE: Vibrations or shock caused by shaking or pounding baskets on top surface or by slamming door may cause Hi-Limit Control Switch to open. If this condition persists, additional cushioning may be added to the rubber grommets supporting this control to absorb these shocks. Wiring Diagram...
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Trouble shooting PILOT TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECKING & CLEANING OF THE ODS INJECTOR: PILOT IGNITER BURNER 1. Visually check the orifice of the pilot injector if clogged, damaged or blocked. If it cannot MOUNTING SCREW OF FDS be checked visually, try to blow air in the injector and check if there is air coming out of the orifice.
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Trouble shooting PILOT TROUBLE SHOOTING PILOT TUBE REMOVAL: 1. Shutdown the fryer. Follow the complete shutdown procedure. 2. Shut-off the main isolation valve and follow the lock-out/tag-out procedure. 3. Let the fryer cool down for a few minutes before starting your work. 4.
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Trouble shooting PILOT TROUBLE SHOOTING FLAME DEVICE SYSTEM (FDS) REMOVAL: 1. Shutdown the fryer. Follow the complete shutdown procedure. 2. Shut-off the main isolation valve and follow the lock-out/tag-out procedure. 3. Let the fryer cool down for a few minutes before starting your work.
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Trouble shooting BURNER TROUBLE SHOOTING BURNER REMOVAL: 1. Shutdown the fryer. Follow the complete shutdown procedure. 2. Shut-off the main isolation valve and follow the lock-out/tag-out procedure. 3. Let the fryer cool down for a few minutes before starting your work. 4.
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Trouble shooting BURNER TROUBLE SHOOTING PILOT TUBE COMBINATION VALVE REMOVAL: 1. Shutdown the fryer. Follow the complete shutdown procedure. 2. Shut-off the main isolation valve and follow the lock-out/tag-out procedure. 3. Let the fryer cool down for a few minutes before starting your work.
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Trouble shooting BURNER TROUBLE SHOOTING HIGH TEMPERATURE PROTECTOR REMOVAL: 1. Shutdown the fryer. Follow the complete shutdown procedure. 2. Shut-off the main isolation valve and follow the lock-out/tag-out procedure. 3. Let the fryer cool down for a few minutes before starting your work. 4.
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Trouble shooting BURNER TROUBLE SHOOTING PIEZO IGNITER REMOVAL: 1. Shutdown the fryer. Follow the complete shutdown procedure. 2. Shut-off the main isolation valve and follow the lock-out/tag-out procedure. 3. Let the fryer cool down for a few minutes before starting your work. 4.
Trouble Shooting CONVERTING FROM LPG TO NG AND VICE-VERSA: CONVERTER 1. Shutdown the fryer. Follow the complete COVER shutdown procedure. 2. Shut-off the main isolation valve and follow the lock-out/tag-out procedure. 3. Remove the gas regulator. 4. Remove the converter cover from the regulator. Use a 22mm spanner.
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