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INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
Gas Floor Model Solid State Fryers
Model KF-F4S-NG
KF-F5S-NG
KF-F4S-LP
KF-F5S-LP
(4 Burners Fryer)
( 5 Burners Fryer)
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE
CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH. READ THE INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT.
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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL Gas Floor Model Solid State Fryers Model KF-F4S-NG KF-F5S-NG KF-F4S-LP KF-F5S-LP (4 Burners Fryer) ( 5 Burners Fryer) WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH. READ THE INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND...
  • Page 2 Safety Precautions Before installing and operating this equipment, be sure everyone involved in its operation is fully trained and aware of precautions. Accidents and problems can be caused by failure to follow fundamental rules and precautions. The following symbols, found throughout this manual, alert you to potentially dangerous conditions to the operator, service personnel, or to the equipment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    NOTICE SOLID STATE Fryers are intended for commercial use only. Not for household use. Warranty will be void if service work is performed by other than a qualified technician, or if other than genuine SOLID STATE replacement parts are installed. Be sure this Operator’s Manual and important papers are given to the proper authority to retain for future reference.
  • Page 4: Specifications

    PECIFICATIONS OLID TATE RYERS PECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Note: for mm, multiply inches by 25.4 Width (in) Depth (in) Height (in) Total Crated Model Connection (in) BTU/hr Weight (lbs) 4 Burners Fryer -NG 15.5 14.0 30.3 14.0 47.2 34.7 120,000 4 Burners Fryer -LP 5 Burners Fryer -NG 21.0 18.0...
  • Page 5 PECIFICATIONS OLID TATE RYERS GAS SUPPLY AND BURNER INFORMATION Supply pressure should be minimum of 4" W.C. for natural gas or 10" W.C. for propane. The fryer comes with ¾” NPT male connector on a ½” pipe, allowing you to connect with either ¾” or ½” NPT female connector. Manifold Number of Rate Each...
  • Page 6: Installation

    NSTALLATION NOTICE Installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Natural Gas Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.1, or the Propane Installation Code, CAN/CGA-B149.2, as applicable. NOTICE These installation procedures must be followed by qualified personnel or warranty will be void. Local codes regarding installation vary greatly from one area to another.
  • Page 7 Step 2: Install the Legs (or Optional Casters) and Restraints A set of legs is packed with the fryer. Casters are optional, purchased separately. Mounting fasteners are pre-mounted on the base plates. 1. Raise fryer sufficiently to allow legs or casters to be screwed into the base plate. For safety, “shore up” and support the fryer with an adequate blocking arrangement strong enough to support the load.
  • Page 8 Step 3: Flue Installation 1. Unpack the flue box and flue wrap 2. Slide the flue box over the flue and secure it with the two self-tapping screws using a 5/16” socket 3. Slide the flue wrap over the flue...
  • Page 9 4. Secure it with four self-tapping screws two on the back and one on each side using a 5/16” socket WARNING Improper ventilation can result in personal injury or death. Ventilation that fails to properly remove flue products can cause headaches, drowsiness, nausea, or could result in death. Unit Must be installed under a ventilation hood All units must be installed in such a manner that the flow of combustion and ventilation air is not obstructed.
  • Page 10 Step 5: Gas Connection A 3/4" male NPT line for the gas connection is located near the lower right rear corner of the fryer. The serial plate (located inside the front door of the fryer) indicates the type of gas the unit is equipped to burn (natural gas or propane).
  • Page 11: Operation

    STEP 6: ELECTRICAL Connection Plug cord from back of fryer into standard 120 Volt outlet grounded outlet. Fryer requires only 1 Amp of current. PERATION LIGHTING CAUTION IF YOU SMELL GAS DURING THE LIGHTING PROCEDURE, IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF THE GAS SUPPLY UNTIL THE LEAK HAS BEEN CORRECTED.
  • Page 12 CONTROL Box 3. Plug in power cord at back of fryer to 120 Volt grounded outlet. 4. Make sure frypot is filled with liquid or Solid Shortening. 5. Press down the knob of the combination gas valve, turn it counterclockwise to the “PILOT” position (shown), and continue to press the knob down.
  • Page 13 10. The MELT CYCLE switch next to the POWER switch allows the shortening to be gently heated, and is optimized to allow solid shortening to melt without burning, This cycle is 6 seconds of heat with a rest of 35 seconds of flame off. This cycle continues until the shortening reaches 180 degrees F. Then heat will be applied continuously until the selected temperature is met.
  • Page 14: Cooking Hints

    1. Shut off all gas. 2. Wait five minutes. 3. Follow the “Lighting” procedure described on page 11. AUTOMATIC PILOT VALVE The Automatic Pilot Valve provides an automatic safety shutoff for the fryer when the pilot flame is extinguished. When the pilot flame is burning, the valve is held open electromagnetically by the electrical current from a thermopile in the pilot flame.
  • Page 15 WARNING If disconnection of the restraint is necessary to move the appliance for cleaning, etc., reconnect it when the appliance is moved to it originally installed position. DAILY CLEANING 1. Turn thermostat knob to “OFF” position. 2. Place hot-oil in a safe container under the drain and drain the frypot completely. 3.
  • Page 16 There are three tools included with this solid state fryer that can help with daily / weekly / monthly fry tank cleaning and maintenance. These include a high temperature brush, and debris scoop, and a push out Push Out Debris Scoop High Temp.
  • Page 17: Service (For Authorized Service Technician Only)

    ERVICE F OR AU T H OR I Z E D S E R V I CE T E CH N I CI AN O N LY NOTICE Warranty will be void and the manufacturer is relieved of all liability if: (A) Service work is performed by other than a qualified technician (see page 30 for detail) (B) Other than approved SOLID STATE replacement parts are installed.
  • Page 18 CHECKING AND ADJUSTING PRESSURE REGULATOR The combination gas valve (includes pressure regulator) is factory set at 4" W.C. for natural gas and 10" W.C. for propane gas. To check the manifold pressure, do the following: 1. Turn thermostat “OFF” and combination gas valve knob to the “PILOT” setting. 2.
  • Page 19 CHECKING AND ADJUSTING AUTO SAFETY PILOT The pilot flame should surround the thermopile for 1/2". It must be large and sharp enough to cause the thermopile to glow a dull red, or sufficient to hold the safety valve open. 1. Remove pilot adjustment cap 2.
  • Page 20 Wrong size orifices. Burners produce carbon deposits Connected to wrong gas supply. Pressure not adjusted correctly. Flue obstructed. NOTE: Vibrations or shock caused by shaking or pounding baskets on top surface or by slamming door may cause Hi-Limit Control Switch to open. If this condition persists, additional cushioning may be added to the rubber grommets supporting this control to absorb these shocks.
  • Page 21: Parts

    ARTS NOTICE INSTALLATION OF OTHER THAN GENUINE SOLID STATE PARTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY ON THIS EQUIPMENT. The serial plate is located inside the front door on the left side. Replacement parts may be ordered either through a SOLID STATE Authorized Parts Distributor or a SOLID STATE Authorized Service Agency.
  • Page 22 Gas Parts for Fryer (3 tube shown) Part Number Description 400045 Knob, thermostat 400044 Thermostat Fryer 400042 Combination Valve (Nat)_Invensys 400146 Combination valve (LP)_Invensys 400242 Combination Valve (Nat)_Honeywell 400246 Combination valve (LP)_Honeywell Tubing, ¼” fryer pilot 400070 300031 Burner, Fryer Safety thermopile 18”...
  • Page 23 Tank Parts (3 tube shown) Part Number Description 400037 Screen, crumb, 3 and 4 tube fryer 400058 Screen, crumb, 5 tube fryer 400036 Valve, Ball C200016 Tank, 3 tube fryer (excluding flue) C200017 Tank, 4 tube fryer (excluding flue) C400056 Tank, 5 tube fryer (excluding flue) 400071 Drain, extension...
  • Page 24 Other Parts Part Number Description 100106 Door assembly, complete, 3 and 4 tube 100137 Door assembly, complete, 5 tube Leg Kit, 6”, adjustable, set of 4 with (16) 1/4” Bolt and nuts sets C400000 Caster Kit, 4”,, set of 4 (two w/brake and two w/o brake) with (16) 1/4” Bolt and nut C400108 sets 497296-2...
  • Page 25 KFE GAS FLOOR MODEL SOLID STATE FRYER A product with the SOLID STATE name incorporates the best in durability and low maintenance. We all recognize, however, that replacement parts and occasional professional service may be necessary to extend the useful life of this unit. When service is needed, contact a SOLID STATE Authorized Service Agency, or your dealer.

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