Introduction; Construction; Standard Features; Optional Features - GILES GBF-80 Operation & Service Manual

Introduction

1. Introduction
THANK YOU for purchase of a Giles single model GBF­80G Gas Fryer, or a multi­well version GBF­80/80G or GBF­
80/80/80G, manufactured by GILES Food Service Equipment; Montgomery, Alabama (USA), hereafter referred to as
"Giles". Every unit is thoroughly inspected & tested prior to shipment in efforts to ensure that it will operate
flawlessly when received & installed. With proper care & maintenance the appliance will provide years of trouble­
free service.
To help protect your investment in this state­of­the­art cooking equipment, we recommend that you take a few
moments to become familiar with all of the procedures presented in this Owner's Operations Manual. Adhering to
these recommended procedures will help minimize potential for costly downtime & future repair expenses. Please
retain manual for future reference.
NOTE: Due to continuing improvements & product enhancements, some of the illustrations shown in this manual might not
exactly depict current models.
1.1.

Construction

Constructed of 18 & 20 Ga. 304 series stainless steel formed sheet metal.
1.2.

Standard Features

Computer Controller ­ Dual timers, controls cooking oil temperature & cook time ... stores up to fifty (50)
programmable Menu Item cooking presets. Continuously monitors fryer operation ... displays operating
instructions, warnings & alarms ... DRAIN OPEN, LOW OIL LEVEL, MAX. ELEMENT TEMP, etc. Features BOIL­OUT
program, COOL MODE, FORCE FILTER function, available password security, multiple display language selections &
enhanced safeguards against accidental oil fire.
Dual Burner system ­ A unique, patented heat exchanger design efficiently delivers maximum BTU output while
reducing energy consumption.
On­board Oil Filtration System ­ Completely self­contained system helps to increase the useful life of cooking oil.
Features a robust 1/2 HP pump ... designed to perform an oil filtering cycle within approximately five (5) minutes.
Push­To­Start Power ­ After a power interruption, an operator must press the [START] key to power­up the
appliance. This feature will comply with code requirements in some jurisdictions.
Multi­Well Versions ­ Standard multi­well versions of (2) or (3) banked units are avialable. Certain unique oil
management options (not available for single units) can be added to the models when ordered.
1.3.

Optional Features

Automatic Basket Lifts ­ Operation is by the fryer controller ... automatically lowers & raises cooking baskets of
product at beginning & end of cooking cycles ... prevents over­cooking issues due to operator inattention.
KITCHENTRAC® WiFi Connectivity: Provides full­time remote monitoring of fryer cooking activity & operation via
your internet connected devices (laptop, tablet, smartphone). Keep track of loads cooked, idle­time, oil filtering,
menu sales trends & many other analytics associated with cooking equipment utilization. Basic service is free with
purchase of the option ... advanced sevice levels require a monthly usage fees.
Sustainable Filter Media [purchased separately] ­ Stainless steel, woven­wire mesh, sustainable Filter Screen used
as a direct replacement for paper filter media. Reusable & durable ... with proper care it can last for many months.
Helps reduce cost of operation & the waste stream from the kitchen.
Model: GBF−80G
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