Monthly Inspection; Semi-Annually - Broaster VF-2 Service & Parts Manual

Monthly Inspection

The fire suppression system must be
inspected on a monthly basis. The inspec-
tion should be conducted by the owner/
operator or authorized Broaster Company
representative. The following items must be
checked and verified during the monthly
inspection:
1. The Fire Suppression system is in its
proper location.
2. No obvious physical damage or condi-
tion exists that may prevent operation.
3. The pressure gauge is in green operat-
ing range.
It is recommended that
the pressure gauge be
checked more fre-
quently. This can be done without remov-
ing the Electrical Control Access Panel
by viewing through the Fire Suppression
Viewing Port in the panel.
4. The maintenance tag is in place and is
up to date.
5. The manual pull is unobstructed.
6. The nozzle blow-off caps are intact
and undamaged.

Semi-Annually

The fire suppression system must be tested
and maintained on a Semi-Annual basis.
The system must be inspected by certified
service personnel, as per NFPA 17A and
include the following:
The fryer has a light alert
light on the touch screen
that activates when 6 months have passed
to indicate the semi-annual maintenance is
due.
1. A check to see that the hazard has not
changed.
using Broaster #16663 lubricant.
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2. Examination of the fusible links, cylin-
der piping, nozzles, and all auxiliary
equipment. The fusible link in the
cooking area must be replaced at least
semi-annually from the date of installa-
tion with the proper rated link.
3. Examination of the fire extinguisher. If
it is low or high, recharge the system.
4. Verification that the agent distribution
piping is not obstructed. Remove
blow-off caps from nozzles to ensure
they are free of grease build-up and
inspect for deterioration. Replace
them as necessary. Blow-off caps
must be replaced at least annually
from the date of installation.
All blow-off caps must be
lubricated semi-annually
5. When semi-annual maintenance of any
wet chemical container or system
component reveals conditions such as
but not limited to corrosion or pitting in
excess of manufactured limits, struc-
tural damage or fire damage, repairs
by soldering, welding, or brazing. The
affected part(s) shall be replaced or
hydrostatically tested in accordance
with the recommendations of the man-
ufacturer or the original certifying
agency or both.
6. All fire suppression systems must be
tested for proper electrical operation.
A discharge of the extinguishing agent
is not normally part of the test. Simply
remove one lead from the pressure
switch to initiate appliance shutdown.
7. When the maintenance of the Fire
Suppression system reveals defective
parts that could cause an impairment
or failure of proper operation of the
Fire Suppression system, the affected
parts must be replaced or repaired.