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™ Oil Conserving Fryer OCF30 Electric Fryer Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual This manual is updated as new information and models are released. Visit our website for the latest manual. FOR YOUR SAFETY Do Not Store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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NOTICE IF, DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE CUSTOMER USES A PART FOR THIS FRYMASTER FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN AN UNMODIFIED NEW OR RECYCLED PART PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM FRYMASTER DEAN, OR ANY OF ITS FACTORY AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, AND/OR THE PART BEING USED IS MODIFIED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION, THIS WARRANTY WILL BE VOID.
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DANGER The front ledge of this appliance is not a step! Do not stand on the appliance. Serious injury can result from slips or contact with the hot cooking oil. DANGER Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
™ OCF30 Series Electric Fryers Installation and Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: Introduction General ............................. 1-1 Safety Information ........................1-1 Computer Information ......................1-2 European Community (CE) Specific Information ..............1-2 Installation, Operating, and Service Personnel ................ 1-2 Definitions ..........................
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Monthly Checks and Service ....................5-3 5.4.1 Check Controller Setpoint Accuracy ................5-3 Annual/Periodic System Inspection ..................5-3 5.5.1 Fryer ..........................5-3 5.5.2 Built-In Filtration System ..................... 5-4 CHAPTER 6: Operator Troubleshooting Introduction ..........................6-1 Troubleshooting ........................6-2 6.2.1 Controller and Heating Problems ................. 6-2 6.2.2 Error Message and Display Problems ................
™ OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION General Read the instructions in this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate this equipment. This manual covers all configurations of FPEL14 and FPEL17 variants. The fryers in this model family ™ have most parts in common, and when discussed as a group, will be referred to as “OCF30 Series Electric”...
Computer Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. While this device is a verified Class A device, it has been shown to meet the Class B limits.
QUALIFIED INSTALLATION PERSONNEL Qualified installation personnel are individuals, firms, corporations, and/or companies which, either in person or through a representative, are engaged in and are responsible for the installation of electrical appliances. Qualified personnel must be experienced in such work, be familiar with all electrical precautions involved, and have complied with all requirements of applicable national and local codes.
™ OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS General Installation Requirements Proper installation is essential for the safe, efficient, trouble-free operation of this appliance. Qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel, as defined in Section 1.6 of this manual, should perform all installation and service on Frymaster equipment. Failure to use qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel (as defined in Section 1.6 of this manual) to install or otherwise service this equipment will void the Frymaster warranty and may result in damage to the equipment or injury to personnel.
DANGER This appliance must be connected to a power supply having the same voltage and phase as specified on the rating plate located on the inside of the appliance door. DANGER All wiring connections for this appliance must be made in accordance with the wiring diagram(s) furnished with the appliance.
2.1.3 Australian Requirements To be installed in accordance with AS 5601, local authority, gas, electricity, and any other relevant statutory regulations. Power Requirements Three (3) Phase Requirements MINIMUM WIRE WIRE AMPS MODEL VOLTAGE SIZE SERVICE (per leg) (mm) FPEL14 (4.11) FPEL14 (4.11) FPEL14...
Positioning the Fryer DANGER No structural material on the fryer should be altered or removed to accommodate placement of the fryer under a hood. Questions? Call the Frymaster Dean Service Hotline at 1-800-551-8633. 1. Once the fryer has been positioned at the frying station, use a carpenter’s level placed across the top of the frypot to verify that the unit is level, both side-to-side and front-to-back.
™ OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ™ FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND THE OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER Elements Lift Rod Tilt Basket Housing Hanger Top Cap Bezel Controller Power (3000 Shown) Switch (Domestic Only) Fuse Drain Handle Filter Handle JIB reset Filter Pan FootPrint Pro Built-...
3.1 Equipment Setup and Shutdown Procedures Setup DANGER Never operate the appliance with an empty frypot. The frypot must be filled to the fill line with water or oil before energizing the elements. Failure to do so will result in irreparable damage to the elements and may cause a fire.
3000 CONTROLLER CM3.5 Refer to Chapter 4 of this manual for operating instructions for the built-in filtration system. ® 3.3 Optional Oil Attendant Automatic Top-Off ® When the Oil Attendant top-off oil system is in place on the fryer, oil is continually topped off in the frypots from a reservoir in the cabinet.
3.3.2 Routine Oil Changes When the oil reservoir level is low, the controller displays TOPOFF OIL EMPTY in the left display and CONFIRM in the right display. Press (CONFIRM). Some procedures may differ from photos shown. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for changing the JIB. If using solid shortening see Appendix B in the rear of this manual for instructions.
™ OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of the inherent hazards of operating a hot oil filtering system, particularly the aspects of oil filtration, draining and cleaning procedures. Preparing the Built-In Filtration System for Use The FootPrint Pro filtration system allows the oil in one frypot to be safely and efficiently filtered while the other frypots in a battery remain in operation.
2. Inspect the filter pan connection fitting to ensure that Inspect the filter both O-rings are in good condition (see Figure 2). connection fitting O-rings. 3. Then in reverse order, place the metal filter screen in the center of the bottom of the pan, then lay a sheet of filter paper on top of the screen, overlapping on all Figure 2 sides (see Figure1).
4.2 Filtration ™ A 3000 controller prompts the user when to filter on the OCF30 fryer. After a preset number of cook cycles the controller displays filter now? alternating with YES NO. Follow the instructions on page 1-12 of the 3000 controller manual (819-6872). If NO is selected or a cook cycle is started, the controller will prompt again soon to filter the oil.
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DANGER NEVER attempt to clear a clogged drain valve from the front of the valve! Hot oil will rush out creating the potential for severe burns. DANGER DO NOT hammer on the drain valve with the cleanout rod or other objects. Damage to the ball inside will result in leaks and will void the Frymaster warranty.
WARNING Use caution and wear appropriate safety equipment when resetting the filter pump reset switch. Resetting the switch must be accomplished with care to avoid the possibility of a serious burn caused by careless maneuvering around a drain tube and around a frypot. DANGER The crumb tray in fryers equipped with a filter system must be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations each day.
2. At each scheduled boil-out, disassemble the leaf filter assembly and place in the frypot being boiled out. Follow the boil-out procedure in Section 5.3.2 of this manual. 3. Allow all filter assembly components to air dry or thoroughly dry with clean towels before reassembling.
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disposal unit is not available, allow the oil to cool to 100°F (38°C), then drain the oil into a METAL stockpot or similar METAL container. DANGER Draining and filtering of cooking oil must be accomplished with care to avoid the possibility of a serious burn caused by careless handling.
™ OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Fryer DANGER The crumb tray in fryers equipped with a filter system must be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations each day. Some food particles can spontaneously combust if left soaking in certain shortening material.
There are no periodic preventive maintenance checks and services required for your FootPrint Pro Filtration System other than daily cleaning of the filter pan and associated components with a solution of hot water and detergent. If you notice that the system is pumping slowly or not at all, verify that the filter pan screen is on the bottom of the filter pan, with the paper on top of the screen.
6. Refill the frypot(s) with clean water. Rinse the frypot(s) twice, drain and dry with a clean towel. Thoroughly remove all water from the frypot and elements before refilling the frypot with oil. DANGER Remove all drops of water from the frypot before filling with oil. Failure to do so will cause spattering of hot liquid when the oil is heated to cooking temperature.
• Verify the heating-element amp-draw is within the allowed range as indicated on the appliance’s rating plate. • Verify that the temperature and high-limit probes are properly connected, tightened and functioning properly, and that mounting hardware and probe guards are present and properly installed.
™ OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 Introduction This section provides an easy reference guide to some of the common problems that may occur during the operation of this equipment. The troubleshooting guides that follow are intended to help correct, or at least accurately diagnose, problems with this equipment.
Troubleshooting 6.2.1 Controller and Heating Problems Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action A. Press the ON/OFF switch to turn the controller on. A. Controller not turned on. B. Verify controller power cord is No Display on B. No power to the fryer. plugged in and that circuit breaker is controller.
Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action Frypot temperature has dropped more This display is normal for a short while if than 21ºF (12ºC) for CM3.5 or 30°F a large batch of frozen product is added to Controller displays lo (17°C) 3000 controllers below the frypot or if the fryer is not heating...
6.2.4 Filtration Problems Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action Fryer filters after each Filter prompt setting incorrect. Change the filter prompt setting. cook cycle. Filter menu functions Ensure fryer is at setpoint before starting; Temperature too low. ensure the controller is ON. won’t start.
Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action Controller displays Fill top off system with oil and press the TOPOFF OIL (CONFIRM) button. Top off system out of oil. EMPTY / CONFIRM 6.2.6 Error Log Codes (For 3000 Controller Only) Code ERROR MESSAGE EXPLANATION ERROR TEMP PROBE FAILURE TEMP Probe reading out of range...
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2. Press the left arrow ( ) button until TECH MODE is displayed. 3. Press the check ( ) button. 4. Enter 3000. 5. Press the left arrow ( ) button until HI LIMIT TEST is displayed. 6. Press the check ( ) button. The controller displays HIGH LIMIT YES/NO.
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™ OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER APPENDIX A: JIB Preparation with Solid Shortening Option 1. Open right door of fryer and remove brace in JIB cabinet. 2. Position melter in front of cabinet. Loosen bracket on left side of melter, if necessary, to ease placement in the cabinet.
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™ OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER APPENDIX B: Solid Shortening Melter Use Reset oil reservoir system • Ensure shortening melter is on. • Fill melter with shortening. • Allow 2-3 hours for solid shortening Melter to melt. DO NOT attempt to use the ON/OFF switch top off system with unmelted oil in...
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™ OCF30 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER APPENDIX C: BULK OIL INSTRUCTIONS C.1.1 Bulk Oil Systems Bulk oil systems have large oil storage tanks, Fresh Oil typically located in the rear of the restaurant, Connection that are connected to a rear manifold on the fryer.
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The OCF™ fryers, equipped for use with bulk oil systems, use an onboard fresh oil jug typically supplied by the bulk oil vendor. Remove the cap and insert the standard fitting into the jug with the metal cap resting on the lip of the jug. The oil is pumped in and out of the jug through the same fitting (see Figure 3).
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4. Unlock dispose valve handle. 5. Pull the oil disposal valve and the pump will engage and empty the filter pan to the waste oil tank. The Waste Full light on the rocker panel will illuminate if the tank is full. 6.
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