Henny Penny PFG-691 Operator's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Henny Penny Manuals
  4. Fryer
  5. PFG-691
  6. Operator's manual
Henny Penny PFG-691 Operator's Manual

Henny Penny PFG-691 Operator's Manual

Pressure fryer-gas
Hide thumbs Also See for PFG-691:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Henny Penny
Pressure Fryer-Gas
Model PFG-691
OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the PFG-691 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Henny Penny PFG-691

Summary of Contents for Henny Penny PFG-691

  • Page 1 Henny Penny Pressure Fryer-Gas Model PFG-691 OPERATOR’S MANUAL...
  • Page 3 During this time, any frypot that fails due to manufacturing or workmanship issues will be replaced at no charge for parts, labor, or freight. Henny Penny will either install a new frypot at no cost or provide a new or reconditioned replacement fryer at no cost.
  • Page 4 Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Adequate clearance must be left all around appliance for sufficient air to the combustion chamber. The Model PFG-691 Fryer is equipped with a continuous pilot. But Fryer cannot be operated with- out electric power. Fryer will automatically return to normal operation when power is restored.
  • Page 5 Model 691 Technical Data for CE Marked Products Nominal Heat Input: Natural (I ) = 26,4 kW (90,000 Btu/h) (Net) Liquid Propane (I ) = 27,0 kW (92,000 Btu/h) Nominal Heat Input: Natural (I ) = 29,3 kW (100,000 Btu/h) (Gross) Liquid Propane (I ) = 29,3 kW (100,000 Btu/h)
  • Page 6 Model 691 HENNY PENNY 8 HEAD GAS PRESSURE FRYER SPECIFICATIONS Height 61" (155 cm) Width 24" (61 cm) Depth 41¾" (106 cm) Floor Space Approximately 7 sq. ft. (0.65 sq. m.) Pot Capacity 8 head of chicken (32 lbs.) (14.5 kg) 130 lbs.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Model 691 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page Section 1. INTRODUCTION ....................1-1 1-1. Pressure Fryer ....................1-1 1-2. Proper Care ....................1-1 1-3. Assistance ..................... 1-1 1-4. Safety ......................1-2 Section 2. INSTALLATION ...................... 2-1 2-1. Introduction ....................2-1 2-2. Unpacking Instructions ..................

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Model 691 SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1. PRESSURE FRYER The Henny Penny Pressure Fryer is a basic unit of food processing equipment. It has found wide application in institutional and com- mercial food service operations. P-H-T A combination of pressure, heat, and time is automatically controlled to produce the optimum in a tasty, appealing product.

  • Page 10: Safety

    Model 691 1-4. SAFETY The Henny Penny Pressure Fryer has may safety features incorporated. However, the only way to ensure a safe operation is to fully understand the proper installation, operation, and maintenance procedures. The instructions in this manual have been prepared to aid you in learning the proper procedures.

  • Page 11: Installation

    SECTION 2. INSTALLATION This section provides the installation and unpacking instructions 2-1. INTRODUCTION for the Henny Penny PFG-691. Installation of this unit should be performed only by a qualified service technician. Do not puncture the fryer with any objects such as drills or screws as electrical shock or component damage could result.
  • Page 12 Model 691 2-2. UNPACKING Remove the counterweights, which are strapped to the INSTRUCTIONS pallet under the fryer, from the pallet. (Continued) Do not drop. The counterweights weigh approximately 18 lbs. (8.1 kg) each. Handle with care, or personal injury could result. Remove rear service cover.
  • Page 13 Model 691 Optional Ramp Unloading...
  • Page 14 Model 691...

  • Page 15: Selecting The Fryer Location

    Model 691 2-3. SELECTING THE FRYER The proper location of the fryer is very important for operation, LOCATION speed, and convenience. Choose a location which provides easy loading and unloading without interfering with the final assembly of food orders. Operators have found that frying from raw to finish, and holding the product in warmer provides fast, continuous ser- vice.

  • Page 16: Ventilation Of Fryer

    Model 691 The fryer should be located with provision for venting into 2-5. VENTILATION OF FRYER adequate exhaust hood or ventilation system. This is essential to permit efficient removal of the flue gases and frying odors. Special precaution must be taken in designing an exhaust canopy to avoid interference with the operation of the fryer.
  • Page 17 Model 691 2-7. GAS PIPING • The fryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping (Continued) system by closing its manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.45 kPa) (34.5 mbar).
  • Page 18 Model 691 2-7. GAS PIPING (Continued)

  • Page 19: Gas Pressure Regulator Setting

    Model 691 2-8. GAS PRESSURE The gas pressure regulator on the gas control valve is REGULATOR SETTING factory set as follows: Natural: 3.5 inches water column (0.87 kPa) Propane: 10.0 inches water column (2.49 kPa) MAKE SURE GAS PRESSURE IS SET COR- RECTLY.

  • Page 20: Testing The Fryer

    Model 691 2-10. TESTING THE FRYER Each Henny Penny pressure fryer was completely checked and tested prior to shipment. However, it is good practice to check the unit again after installation. 2-11. GAS LEAK TEST Prior to turning the gas supply on, be sure the gas control valve knob on the gas control valve is in the OFF position.
  • Page 21 PROPERLY ADJUSTED (GAS UNITS ONLY). • BE SURE LOAD DOES NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED LOAD SIZE. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THESE INSTRUCTIONS, REFER TO THE HENNY PENNY SERVICE MANUAL. FOR ASSISTANCE, CALL THE HENNY PENNY SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-800-417-8405 or 1-937-456-8405 2-11...

  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    Model 691 SECTION 3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-1. OPERATING CONTROLS COOK/PUMP Switch A three-way switch with center OFF position; move the switch to the position marked COOK to operate the fryer; move the switch to the PUMP position to operate the filter pump; certain conditions must be met prior to operation of the filter pump;...
  • Page 24 Model 691 3-1. OPERATING CONTROLS (Continued) Pressure Gauge Indicates the pressure inside the frypot Solenoid Valve An electromechanical device that causes pressure to be held in the frypot The valve closes at the beginning of the Cook Cycle and opens automatically at the end of the Cook Cycle;...
  • Page 25 Model 691 3-1. OPERATING CONTROLS (Continued) High Limit This is a safety component that senses the temperature of the shortening, and if the temperature of the shortening exceeds 420°F (216°C), this control opens and shuts off the heat to the frypot;...

  • Page 26: Lid Operation

    Model 691 3-2. LID OPERATION To close lid: Lower the lid until gasket comes into contact with the pot. With the lid lowered, pull lid handle forward until it stops. Lift up on the lid handle until it stops. Bring lid handle out towards you until it stops. Push lid handle down, locking lid in place.

  • Page 27: Switches And Indicators

    Model 691 3-3. SWITCHES AND Refer to Figure 3-1. INDICATORS Fig. Item Description Function Lights when the control calls for heat; the elements come on and heat the shortening Digital Display Shows all the functions of the Cook Cycles, program modes, diagnostic modes, and alarms Lights when the solenoid closes and pressure starts to build inside frypot...
  • Page 28 Model 691 3-3. SWITCHES AND INDICATORS (Continued) Fig. Item Description Function Press to access Program Modes; once in the Program Mode, it is used to advance to the next setting; if pressed along with , it accesses the Information Mode which has historic information on the operator and fryer’s performance Used to start and stop Cooking Cycles, and to stop the timer at the end of a Holding Cycle...
  • Page 29 Model 691 Figure 3-1. Control Panel...

  • Page 30: Clock Set

    Model 691 3-4. CLOCK SET Upon initial start-up, or PC board replacement, if “CLOCK SET” automatically appears in the display, start with step 4. Press and hold for 5 seconds until “LEVEL 2” shows in display. Press and “CLOCK SET”, “ENTER CODE” shows in display.
  • Page 31 Model 691 3-4. CLOCK SET 14. Press and “CS-6, CLOCK MODE” shows in the (Continued) display, along with “1.AM/PM”. “1.AM/PM” is 12 hour time, “2.24-HR” is 24 hour time. Press to change. 15. Press and “CS-7, DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ADJ” shows in the display, along with “2.US”. Press to change to the following: a.

  • Page 32: Filling Or Adding Shortening

    Model 691 3-5. FILLING OR ADDING SHORTENING The shortening level must always be above the burner tubes when the fryer is heating and at the frypot level indicators on the rear of the frypot (See photo below). Failure to follow these instructions could result in a fire and/or damage to the fryer.

  • Page 33: Product Racking Recommendations

    Model 691 3-6. PRODUCT RACKING RECOMMENDATIONS The rack positions are referenced starting at the bottom: 4 _____________ 3 _____________ 2 _____________ 1 _____________ The bottom position is to be avoided on small loads because it is closer to the cold zone. (The oil is cooler at the bottom of the frypot and hotter at the top.) With bigger loads, however, there is generally enough turbulence in the oil that the bottom rack gets sufficient heat.

  • Page 34: Basic Operation

    Model 691 3-7. BASIC OPERATION The following procedures should be followed on the initial start-up of the fryer and each time the fryer is brought from a cold, or shutdown condition, back into operation. These are basic, general instructions. Make sure the shortening is filled to the proper level in the frypot;...
  • Page 35 Model 691 3-7. BASIC OPERATION Allow fryer to heat until illuminates. (Continued) Bypass Melt Cycle, if desired, by pressing a Product button and holding it for five seconds. The display shows “EXIT MELT? 1=YES 2=NO”. Press to exit melt. Do not bypass the Melt Cycle unless enough shortening has melted to completely cover all of the burner tubes.
  • Page 36 Model 691 3-7. BASIC OPERATION Wait for the pressure gauge to show zero (0) pressure in the (Continued) pot before attempting to open the lid. DO NOT LIFT HANDLE OR FORCE LID LATCH OPEN BEFORE PRESSURE GAUGE READS “0” PSI. ESCAPING STEAM AND SHORTENING WILL RESULT IN SEVERE BURNS.
  • Page 37 Model 691 3-7. BASIC OPERATION Once filtering is complete and the COOK/PUMP switch is (Continued) turned back on, “IS POT FILLED” shows in the display, followed by “1=YES 2=NO”. If shortening is at the proper level in the frypot, press the controls start a normal heating process.

  • Page 38: Care Of The Shortening

    PERSONAL INJURY, FIRE, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE COULD RESULT. 3-9. FILTERING The Henny Penny 8 Head Gas Fryer, Model PFG-691, must be INSTRUCTIONS cleaned and the shortening filtered at least twice daily: after lunch rush and at the end of the day.
  • Page 39 Model 691 3-9. FILTERING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) ONLY FILTER WHEN THE SHORTENING TEMPERATURE IS LESS THAN 275° F (135° C). FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SHORTEN- ING OVERFLOWING THE FRYPOT, CAUSING SERIOUS BURNS, PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. High-volume cooking could cause the cold zone to fill quicker with cracklings, and cleaning may be required more often.
  • Page 40 Model 691 3-9. FILTERING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) BRUSH ALL CRACKLINGS FROM FRYPOT SURFACES AND THE COLD ZONE DURING THE FILTERING PROCESS. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN SHORTENING OVERFLOWING THE FRYPOT, WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BURNS, PERSONAL INJURY, FIRE, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

  • Page 41: Changing The Filter Envelope

    Model 691 3-9. FILTERING INSTRUCTIONS c. Rinse the frypot interior. Especially work on hard-to-clean (Continued) areas, like the frypot bottom and burner tubes. d. After thorough rinsing with shortening, close the drain valve. e. Turn the COOK/PUMP switch to the OFF position. ONLY CONNECT AND DISCONNECT THE FILTER RINSE HOSE WHEN THE MAIN POWER SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION.
  • Page 42 Model 691 3-10. CHANGING THE FILTER ENVELOPE (Continued) Use protective cloth or glove when disconnecting the filter union or severe burns could result. If the filter pan is moved while full of shortening, use care to prevent splashing, or severe burns could result. Lift the filter screen assembly from the drain pan.

  • Page 43: Lighting And Shutdown Of The Burners

    Model 691 3-10. CHANGING THE FILTER 14. Replace the crumb catcher screen on top of the filter ENVELOPE (Continued) paper. Screw on the standpipe assembly. 15. Place complete filter screen assembly back into filter drain pan and slide pan back into place beneath the fryer. 16.

  • Page 44: Cleaning The Frypot

    Fill the frypot to the level indicators with hot water. Add 8 to 10 ounces of fryer cleaner (Henny Penny part number 12101) to the water and mix thoroughly. Always wear chemical splash goggles or face shield and protective rubber gloves when cleaning the frypot as the cleaning solution is highly alkaline.
  • Page 45 Using the fryer brush (Henny Penny part number 12105) scrub the inside of the frypot, the lid liner, and around the countertop of the fryer.

  • Page 46: Filter Pump Motor Protector-Manual Reset

    OFF position before resetting the filter pump motor’s manual reset protection device. 3-14. REGULAR s in all food service equipment, the Henny Penny Pressure Fryer MAINTENANCE does require care and proper maintenance. The table below SCHEDULE provides a summary of scheduled maintenance.

  • Page 47: Preventive Maintenance

    Model 691 3-15. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Before servicing the fryer: • Gas supply should be turned off to avoid fire or explosion. • Electrical supply should be unplugged or wall circuit breaker turned off to avoid electrical shock. Cleaning Deadweight Assembly - Daily DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE DEADWEIGHT CAP WHILE FRYER IS OPERATING.
  • Page 48 Model 691 3-15. PREVENTIVE Reversing Lid Gasket - Every 90 Days MAINTENANCE (Continued) Reversing the lid gasket helps to prevent early failure of the lid gasket and the loss of pressure during a cook cycle. Raise the lid and remove the racks and carrier. Grasping the lid handle, lift the front of the lid up until it stops in an upright position.
  • Page 49 Model 691 3-15. PREVENTIVE Checking/Cleaning Dilution Box - Annually Cleaning the dilution box helps to ensure the unit operates efficiently MAINTENANCE (Continued) and with few failures. Make sure unit is off, and close and lock the lid. Lid should be in locked down position. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.

  • Page 50: Programming

    Model 691 3-16. PROGRAMMING Press and hold for 1 second until “PROG” shows in the display, followed by “ENTER CODE”. Enter code 1, 2, 3. “SELECT PRODUCT…PRESS PROG” scrolls across the display. Press and release the desired product button (1 to 10). Press to copy a product, erase a product, preset a product, erase all products, or preset all products.
  • Page 51 Model 691 Press and release and “1. COOK TIME” shows in 3-16. PROGRAMMING (Continued) the display along with the preset time. Press to change the time. The time shows in minutes and seconds. Press and hold the buttons, and the time will jump by 5-second increments to a maximum of 59:59.
  • Page 52 Model 691 3-16. PROGRAMMING After the alarm time is set, press and “ALARM” and (Continued) “TYPE” flashes in the display, with the alarm type on the right side of the display. “TIME”, “SHAKE”, “STIR”, “ADD”, and “LID” can be set by pressing .
  • Page 53 Model 691 3-16. PROGRAMMING Or, to use the cooking setpoint temperature as the load (Continued) compensation reference point, press until “STEP-X” and “TEMP” flashes in the display. Now for example, if the cooking temperature is 350°, the timer speeds up when the shortening temperature is above 350, and slows down when the temperature is below 350.
  • Page 54 Model 691 3-16. PROGRAMMING Copy/Erase Preset Products (Continued) Products and their setpoints can be copied from one menu location on the controller to another location, preset the controls to factory settings, or erase products and all their values. Press and hold for one second until “PROG”...
  • Page 55 Model 691 3-16. PROGRAMMING (Continued) Next, press product you want to copy to. For example, by pressing , the controller responds with a confirmation message: “COPY 2 TO 0?” “1=YES 2=NO” Press (YES) and the controller copies product #2 to the product #0 position (the #2 product is left intact) and the display shows “* COPIED *”, then returns to the “Select Prog Product”...

  • Page 56: Special Program Mode

    Model 691 3-17. SPECIAL PROGRAM The Special Program Mode is used to set more detailed MODE parameters listed below. SP-1 · Degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius SP-2 · Language: English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese SP-3 · System initialization SP-4 · Audio volume SP-5 ·...
  • Page 57 Model 691 3-17. SPECIAL PROGRAM Language (SP-2) MODE (Continued) a. Follow steps 1 and 2 above. b. Press and release button. “SP-2” and “LANGUAGE” flash on the display, along with the language (Ex., “1.ENGL”). c. To toggle to the desired language, press and release System Initialization (SP-3) This step resets the controls, but doesn’t erase product settings.
  • Page 58 Model 691 3-17. SPECIAL PROGRAM Type of shortening to be melted - Liquid or Solid (SP-6) MODE (Continued) The Melt Cycle can be set to the type of shortening being used. a. Follow steps 1 and 2 above. b. Press and release 5 times.
  • Page 59 Model 691 3-17. SPECIAL PROGRAM e. Change the idle setpoint temperature, by pressing MODE (Continued) f. Press and release . “SP-7B” and “AUTO-IDLE MINUTES” show in the display, along with the preset time. g. Press to set the minutes the fryer stays idle before the Auto-idle is enabled;...
  • Page 60 Model 691 3-17. SPECIAL PROGRAM f. Press and “SP-8C” shows in the display. MODE (Continued) “FILTER LOCKOUT AT…” and a value between 100% and 200% show in display. Press to change this value. g. Press and “SP-8D” shows in the display, if YES was chosen in step e.
  • Page 61 Model 691 3-17. SPECIAL PROGRAM Product Buttons (SP-9) MODE (Continued) This mode allows you set up the way products are selected, and Cook Cycles started, in the cook mode. a. Follow steps 1 and 2 above. b.Press and release until “SP-9” and “PRODUCT BUTTONS”...
  • Page 62 Model 691 3-17. SPECIAL PROGRAM Manager Code Change (SP-15) MODE (Continued) This allows the operator to change the program code, or manager code (factory set at 1, 2, 3) used to access Product Programming, Special Programming, Clock Set, Data Comm, and Heat Control Modes.

  • Page 63: Data Logging, Heat Control, Tech, And Stat Modes

    Model 691 3-17. SPECIAL PROGRAM Change Shortening - A-Cook Cycles (SP-17) MODE (Continued) This mode allows the operator to set the number of Cook Cycles between shortening changes. When the set numbers of Cook Cycles is reached, the control displays “CHANGE OIL SOON”. This mode is just a reminder and cooking can continue.

  • Page 64: Information Mode

    Model 691 3-19. INFORMATION MODE This mode gathers and stores historic information on the fryer and operator’s performance. Press at the same time and “*INFO MODE*” shows on display. Press to access the steps and press to view the statistics within each step.
  • Page 65 Model 691 3-19. INFORMATION MODE 2. LAST LOAD (Continued) Press to view the following information from the most recent Cook Cycle. FUNCTION DISPLAY EX: Time of day the last Cook Cycle was started STARTED 10.25A Product (Last product cooked) PRODUCT Ready? (Was fryer Ready before start?) READY? Stopped: Time remaining, or secs past Done...
  • Page 66 Model 691 3-19. INFORMATION MODE 4. REVIEW USAGE (Continued) Press to view the accumulated information since the data was manually reset: FUNCTION DISPLAY EX: Day the usage data was previously reset SINCE APR-19 Number of hours the fryer was On PWR ON HRS Number of times shortening was filtered FILTERED...
  • Page 67 Model 691 3-19. INFORMATION MODE Press to view the specific status of each input. An (Continued) underscore (“_”) indicates the input is not presently detected. A checkmark (“ ”) indicates the signal is detecting a normal input. A blinking (“X”) indicates the signal is presently detected, but is detected as a half-wave (partially failed) input.
  • Page 68 Model 691 3-19. INFORMATION MODE (Continued) Press to view the No Connect/Ground (“NC/GND”) status of each output. This monitors a possible problem with the relays on the output PC board. “H ” and “P ” in the display means everything on the output PC board is good.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Model 691 SECTION 4. TROUBLESHOOTING 4-1. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Correction • Plug fryer in Power switch ON but fryer • Open circuit • Check breaker or fuse at wall completely inoperative • Turn OFF and allow fryer to cool to Pressure not exhausting at •...

  • Page 70: Error Codes

    Henny Penny’s Service Department “E-15” Drain switch Close the drain using the drain valve handle; if display still shows “E-15”, call Henny Penny’s Service Department “E-20A” Air pressure switch Press the timer button to try the ignition process again; and if failure (stuck closed) “E-20A”...
  • Page 71 Model 691 4-2. ERROR CODES (Continued) DISPLAY CAUSE PANEL BOARD CORRECTION “E-41” Programming Turn switch to OFF position, then back to ON; if display failure shows “E-41”, the control should be re-initialized (see Pro- gramming section); if the error code persists, replace the control panel “E-46”...
  • Page 72 Model 691 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK.

  • Page 73: Glossary

    Model 691 G L O S S A R Y HENNY PENNY PRESSURE FRYERS air valve a valve that allows air into the filter lines when the pump is on in the mixing mode on eight head fryers airflow switch a switch that senses the amount of airflow coming from the blower;...
  • Page 74 Model 691 cracklings the crumbs of breading that come off the product during a cook cycle crumb catcher the part of the filter assembly on four head fryers that filters crumbs out of the shortening before the shortening is pumped back into the frypot data plate a label or plate located on the right side panel of the fryer that indicates the fryer type, serial number, warranty date, and other information...
  • Page 75 Model 691 filter envelope a fiber envelope into which the filter screen is placed; the end of the envelope is folded and held closed with filter clips; a part of the filter screen assembly filter quick disconnect an optional connection on the fryers allowing the filter rinse hose to be con- nected or released without tools filter screen assembly an assembly that filters the shortening as it is pumped from the frypot;...
  • Page 76 Model 691 lid assembly an assembly comprised of lid, lid handle, lid latch, and lid gasket (Note: on four head fryers, the lid assembly includes spindles) lid gasket the gasket around the lid that creates a seal when the lid is properly latched lid handle a handle that is attached to the lid and is used to lower the lid into contact with the frypot;...
  • Page 77 Model 691 solenoid valve a valve used to generate or release pressure for the cook cycle spark igniters the igniters that create a spark to ignite the pilot lights on eight head gas fryers (gas fryers only) (see ignition modules) standpipe the pipe through which oil is pumped back into the frypot after the filtering process is complete...
  • Page 78 Henny Penny Corporation P.O.Box 60 Eaton,OH 45320 1-937-456-8400 1-937-456-8402 Fax Toll free in USA 1-800-417-8417 1-800-417-8434 Fax *FM05-010-H* www.hennypenny.com Henny Penny Corp., Eaton, Ohio 45320, Revised 9-15-08...

Table of Contents