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ABLE OF ONTENTS IERRA RYERS OPERATOR’S MANUAL SRF Series Fryers Model SRF-75/80NG Model SRF-35/40NG SRF-75/80LP SRF-35/40LP ( 5 Burners Fryer) (3 Burners Fryer) WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
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Contact with hot oil will cause severe burns. Always use caution. Oil at 200°F is more dangerous than boiling water. WARNING In the event a gas odor is detected, shut down equipment at the combination gas valve and contact the local gas company or gas supplier for service. SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR ANUAL...
Congratulations! You have purchased one of the finest pieces of commercial cooking equipment on the market. You will find that your new equipment, like all Sierra equipments, has been designed and manufactured to meet the toughest standards in the industry. Each piece of Sierra equipment is carefully engineered and designs are verified through laboratory tests and field installations.
Note: for mm, multiply inches by 25.4 Width (in) Depth (in) Height (in) Gas Connection Total Crated Model (in) BTU/hr Weight (lbs) SRF-35/40NG 15.5 14.0 30.3 14.0 47.2 34.7 90,000 SRF-35/40-LP SRF-75/80NG 150,000 18.0 47.2 18.0 34.3 21.0 34.7 SRF-75/80LP SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR ANUAL...
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# 52 SRF-75/80LP * Minimum supply pressure is 4" W.C. for natural gas and 10" W.C. for propane. ** Orifice sizes are for units installed at altitudes between 0 and 2000 feet above sea level. SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR ANUAL...
Be certain to hold all contents plus all packing material. 1. Uncrate carefully. Report any hidden damage to the freight carrier IMMEDIATELY. 2. Do not remove any tags or labels until unit is installed and working properly. SIERRA ’ 170911...
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WARNING All fryers must be restrained to prevent tipping in order to avoid the splashing of hot liquid. The means of restraint may be the manner of installation. SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR ANUAL...
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1. Unpack the flue box and flue wrap 2. Slide the flue box over the flue and secure it with the two self-tapping screws using a 5/16” socket 3. Slide the flue wrap over the flue SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR...
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NSTALLATION IERRA RYERS 4. Secure it with four self-tapping screws two on the back and one on each side using a 5/16” socket SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR ANUAL...
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Sides 6 inches Rear 6 inches ALL SIERRA FRYERS SHALL BE INSTALLED WITH AT LEAST A 16 INCH SPACE BETWEEN THE FRYER AND SURFACE FLAMES FROM ADJACENT EQUIPMENT. A FLAME GUARD IS ACCEPTABLE IF ALLOWED UNDER LOCAL CODE. No additional side and rear clearance is required for service as the fryer is serviceable from the front.
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The fryer should be connected ONLY to the type of gas for which it is equipped. A circuit diagram is located inside the front door of the fryer. All Sierra equipment is adjusted at the factory; however, pilot height should be checked at installation and adjusted, if necessary.
5. Do NOT turn the thermostat “ON” until the frypot is filled with oil or solid shortening. 6. Once the frypot is filled with shortening, set the thermostat to the desired temperature SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR...
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When the pilot flame is burning, the valve is held open electromagnetically by the electrical current from a thermopile in the pilot flame. When the pilot flame goes out, generation of current ceases and the valve closes automatically. SIERRA ’ 170911...
RYERS HIGH LIMIT CONTROL Sierra Fryers are equipped with a secondary heat control that prevents the oil temperature from rising above 450°F. (Because of the accuracy tolerance of the sensor, the oil temperature may reach as high as 475°F.) In the event the fryer shuts down due to this condition, the oil must be cooled to below 400°F before the pilot burner can be re-ignited.
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Heat tint can normally be removed by the above cleaning techniques, but tint which does not respond to that procedure calls for a vigorous scouring in the direction of the polish lines, using SCOTCH-BRITE™ scouring pads or a STAINLESS scouring pad in combination with a powered SIERRA ’ 170911...
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. However, to assure your confidence, contact your Sierra Service Representative for reliable service, dependable advice or other assistance, and for genuine factory parts.
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6. Replace dial. Let the appliance operate until the temperature has stabilized before a final check is made to determine whether or not the calibration has been corrected. 7. Once correct, seal the calibration screw with glyptol. SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR ANUAL...
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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. SIERRA ’ 170911...
THIS EQUIPMENT. The serial plate is located inside the front door on the left side. Replacement parts may be ordered either through a Sierra Authorized Parts Distributor or a Sierra Authorized Service Agency. When ordering parts, please supply the Model Number, Serial Number, Part Number, and Description.
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Burner, Fryer 400043 Safety thermopile 18” 300034 Orifice # 39 (Nat) (as part of kit 266003) 300035 Orifice # 52 (LP) (as part of kit 266002) 400046 Thermostat, High limit 450F 400047 Pilot 3- way SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR ANUAL...
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Leg Kit, 6”, adjustable, set of 4 with mounting hardware C400108 Caster Kit, 4”, adjustable, set of 4 (two w/brake and two w/o brake) 497296-2 Magnet door 400038 Basket double, 3 tube fryer 400039 Basket double, 5 tube fryer SIERRA ’ 170911 PERATOR ANUAL...
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When service is needed, contact a Sierra Authorized Service Agency, or your dealer. To avoid confusion, always refer to the model number, serial number, and type of your unit.
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LIMITED ORIGINAL COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT WARRANTY FOR THE SRF SERIES GAS FRYERS Sierra warrants the SRF Gas Fryer to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of original installation. This Warranty is subject to the following conditions and limitations: 1.
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