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- Page 1 Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends using CFESA Certified Technicians. 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 05/2016 *8196149* E-mail: www.frymaster.com service@frymaster.com...
- Page 2 PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM FRYMASTER DEAN, OR ANY OF ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, AND/OR THE PART BEING USED IS MODIFIED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION, THIS WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. FURTHER, FRYMASTER DEAN AND ITS AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES OR EXPENSES INCURRED BY THE CUSTOMER WHICH ARISE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DUE TO THE INSTALLATION OF ANY MODIFIED PART AND/OR PART RECEIVED FROM AN UNAUTHORIZED SERVICER.
- Page 3 Do not allow children to play with this appliance. WARNING If the electrical power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a Frymaster Factory Authorized Servicer or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
RE Series E Electric Fryers Installation and Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: Introduction General Information ......................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 ......................... 1-2 Shipping Damage Claim Procedure ................. -
Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction
RE SERIES E 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 FPRE14, FPRE17, and FPRE22 models. The fryers in this model family have most parts in common, and when discussed as a group, will be referred to as “RE Series Electric”... -
Page 6: Computer Information
Installation, Operating, and Service Personnel Operating information for Frymaster equipment has been prepared for use by qualified and/or authorized personnel only, as defined in Section 1.6. All installation and service on Frymaster equipment must be performed by qualified, certified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel, as defined in Section 1.6. -
Page 7: Shipping Damage Claim Procedure
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Qualified service personnel are those who are familiar with Frymaster equipment and who have been authorized by Frymaster, L.L.C. to perform service on the equipment. All authorized service personnel are required to be equipped with a complete set of service and parts manuals, and to stock a minimum amount of parts for Frymaster equipment. -
Page 8: Chapter 2: Installation Instructions
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. Where conflicts exist between instructions and information in this manual and local or national codes or regulations, installation and operation shall comply with the codes or regulations in force in the country in which the equipment is installed. - Page 9 DANGER Frymaster appliances equipped with legs are for stationary installations. Appliances fitted with legs must be lifted during movement to avoid damage to the appliance and bodily injury. For movable installations, optional equipment casters must be used.
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Page 10: Power Requirements
After Fryers Are Positioned At the Frying Station 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. - Page 11 A restraint kit is provided with the fryer. If the restraint kit is missing contact your local Frymaster Factory Authorized Servicer (FAS) for part number 826-0900. NOTE: If you need to relocate a fryer installed with legs, remove all weight from each leg before moving.
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Page 12: Chapter 3: Operating Instructions
RE SERIES E ELECTRIC FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND THE FPRE SERIES E ELECTRIC FRYER Tilt Housing Basket Hangers Elements Lift Rods Top Cap Control Panel (CMIII.5 Computer shown) Bezel Power Switch Fryer Identification Data Labels (Model and Serial Number) Fuse Drain and Filter Handles... -
Page 13: Setup And Shutdown Procedures
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, oil or shortening before energizing the elements. Failure to do so will result in irreparable damage to the elements and may cause a fire. DANGER Remove all drops of water from the frypot before filling with oil. -
Page 14: 3.2 Controllers
If this is the first time the fryer is being used after installation, refer to the frypot Boil-Out Procedure on Page 5-2. Refer to the separate Frymaster Fryer Controllers User’s Manual furnished with your fryer for the specific controller operating instructions. -
Page 15: Chapter 4: Filtration Instructions
Frymaster recommends that a Frymaster filter cone holder and filter cone be used when a filter machine is not available. If you are using a Frymaster filter cone holder, be sure that the cone holder rests securely on the metal container. -
Page 16: Preparing The Built-In Filtration System For Use
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. 4. After draining the oil, clean all food particles and residual oil from the frypot. BE CAREFUL, this material may still cause severe burns if it comes in contact with bare skin. - Page 17 4.2.1 Preparation for Use with Filter Paper or Filter Pad 1. Pull the filter pan out from the cabinet and remove the crumb tray, hold-down ring, filter paper and filter screen. (See Screen Figure 1) Clean all components with a Filter Paper solution of detergent and hot water, then dry thoroughly.
- Page 18 5. When the hold-down ring is in position, if using filter paper, sprinkle one packet of filter powder evenly over the paper. (See Figure 4) If using a filter pad, position the hold down ring on top of the pad. DO NOT use filter powder with the pad.
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Page 19: Operation Of The Filter
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. 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. - Page 20 4. After the oil has drained from the frypot, Turn filter handle to turn the filter handle to the ON position ON position to start the pump and begin the filtering process. There may be a slight delay before the pump activates. 5.
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Page 21: Disassembly And Reassembly Of The Magnasol Filter
8. Ensure the drain valve is fully closed. (If the drain valve is not fully closed, the fryer will not operate.) Turn the fryer ON and allow the oil to reach setpoint. 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. -
Page 22: Draining And Disposing Of Waste Oil
When your oil has reached the end of its usable life, drain the oil into an appropriate METAL container for transport to the disposal container. Frymaster recommends the use of the Frymaster Shortening Disposal Unit (SDU). NOTE: If using an SDU built before January 2004 the filter pan cover must be removed to allow the unit to be positioned beneath the drain. -
Page 23: Chapter 5: Preventive Maintenance
RE SERIES E 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. -
Page 24: Boiling Out The Frypot
OFF. 3. For fryers equipped with Computer Magic III.5 computers, program the computer for boil-out as described in the separate Frymaster Fryer Controllers User’s Manual. For fryers with digital controllers, set the temperature to 195°F (91°C) as described in the separate Frymaster Fryer Controllers User’s Manual. -
Page 25: Annual/Periodic System Inspection
(7.5 mm) deep into the oil. When the heating elements cycle on for the fourth time, the thermometer should within ±5°F (±2°C) of the temperature control knob setting. 3. If the knob requires adjustment, refer to Chapter 4 of the separate Frymaster Fryer Controllers User’s Manual furnished with your fryer. - Page 26 • 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. • Verify that component box and contactor box components (i.e. computer/controller, relays, interface boards, transformers, contactors, etc.) are in good condition and free from oil and other debris.
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Page 27: Chapter 6: Operator Troubleshooting
Although the chapter covers the most common problems reported, you may encounter problems that are not covered. In such instances, the Frymaster Technical Services staff will make every effort to help you identify and resolve the problem. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 6.2.1 Controller and Heating Problems Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action A. Plug power cord in and verify A. Power cord is not plugged in or that circuit breaker is not circuit breaker is tripped. tripped. B. If any of the components in the power supply system (including the transformer and interface Controller won't... - Page 29 Fryer is in melt-cycle mode. solid shortening, the melt-cycle can when first started. be cancelled or bypassed. Refer to the separate Frymaster Fryer Controllers User's Manual for the procedure for canceling the melt- cycle for the particular controller installed on your fryer.
- Page 30 CM III.5 computers may be CM III.5 display is programmed to display in either in wrong Fahrenheit or Celsius. Refer to the Incorrect display option programmed. separate Frymaster Fryer temperature scale (Fahrenheit or Controllers User's Manual for Celsius). instructions on changing the display.
- Page 31 CM III.5 frypot Computer is programmed for timer display. Refer to the separate temperature is constant temperature display. Frymaster Fryer Controllers displayed constantly. User's Manual for instructions on toggling between these display options.
- Page 32 Refer to the separate temperature scale Incorrect display option selected. Frymaster Fryer Controllers (Fahrenheit or User's Manual for instructions on Celsius). changing the display. Verify that the drain valve is fully closed.
- Page 33 6.2.3 Basket Lift Problems Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action Apply a light coating of Basket lift ™ Lack of lubrication on basket lift Lubriplate or similar lightweight movement is noisy, rods. white grease to the rod and jerky, or erratic. bushings.
- Page 34 Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action A. If using filter paper or pad configuration, verify that filter screen is in bottom of pan with paper or pad on top of screen. Verify that O-rings are present A. Improperly installed filter pan and in good condition on filter components.
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