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Installation and Operation Manual Covering Models 40AV, 70AV Fryers 150-000004 Rev A (2/19)
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FOR YOUR PROTECTION Parts (ASAP) companies, this warranty DO NOT store or use gasoline or other will be void. In addition, Anets and its flammable vapors and liquids in the affiliates will not be liable for any claims, vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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WARNING cord and it is damaged, it must be The oil/shortening level should NOT fall replaced by an Anets Authorized Service below the minimum indicated level line and Parts (ASAP) company technician, at any time. The use of old shortening...
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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 In North America, gas appliances appliance. The unit may get hot enough equipped with casters must be to set nearby materials on fire.
ANETS AV SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL INSTALLATION Your new Anets appliance has been carefully packed into one crate. Every effort has been made to ensure that it is delivered to you in perfect condition. Anets does not assume responsibility for damage or loss incurred in transit.
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ANETS AV SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL CAUTION To prevent equipment 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.
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ANETS AV 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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ANETS AV SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL Your gas appliance will give you peak performance when the gas supply line is of sufficient size to provide the correct gas pressure. The gas line must be installed to meet the local building codes or North America National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 Latest Edition.
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ANETS AV SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL Your new appliance must have proper ventilation to function safely and properly. Exhaust gas temperatures can reach as high as 1100 °F (593 °C). Therefore, it is very important to install a fire safety system. Your ventilation system should be designed to allow for easy cleaning.
ANETS AV 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.
ANETS AV 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.
When the pressure is correct, replace the pressure regulator cap screw. Burner Pressure Tap 4. Turn OFF ALL appliances, shut the main gas valve to your Anets appliance and remove the pressure gauge. Apply pipe joint compound to the manifold pressure tap plug and reinstall it.
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ANETS AV SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL 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.
ANETS AV 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.
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ANETS AV SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL To fill the tank with solid oil/shortening refer to the following procedure 1. Remove the screen covering the 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 burner tubes.
ANETS AV 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.
ANETS AV 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).
ANETS AV 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 ...
ANETS AV SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL Performing the preventative maintenance steps above on a daily basis will keep your equipment clean and safe. On a weekly basis, these additional steps should be performed. Wear personal protective gear when performing preventative maintenance! 1.
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 Anets. It may be necessary perform this inspection more than once a year.
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ANETS AV 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.
ANETS AV 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.
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ANETS AV SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL Appliance does not work. Is the gas Is the spark Will the supply Purge air from ignitor pilot valve gas line sparking? light? open? Reset switch and light pilot. Open the gas valve...
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ANETS AV SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL Remove screw on cover. Do not lose the spring inside the cover. Replace AAA size battery with positive end facing out. Replace screw on cover. Check to insure there is spark at the pilot.
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+1 (603) 225-6684 World Wide representative (ASAP) covering your area, or Website Address: www.anets.com contact Anets at the numbers listed to the left. MAILING ADDRESS – P.O. BOX 501, CONCORD, NH 03302-0501 SHIPPING ADDRESS – 39 SHEEP DAVIS RD., PEMBROKE, NH 03275...
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