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F900 SERIES
User, Installation, and Servicing instructions
FRYER
G9341, G9341X, G9341F, G9341FX
Please read these instructions before use
DATE PURCHASED:
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DEALER:
SERVICE PROVIDER:
T100889
Rev No 20

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  • Page 1 F900 SERIES User, Installation, and Servicing instructions FRYER G9341, G9341X, G9341F, G9341FX Please read these instructions before use DATE PURCHASED: MODEL NUMBER: SERIAL NUMBER: DEALER: SERVICE PROVIDER: T100889 Rev No 20...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Falcon Foodservice Equipment. This manual can be downloaded from or scan here www.falconfoodservice.com IMPORTANT: Please keep this manual for future reference. Falcon Foodservice Equipment HEAD OFFICE Wallace View, Hillfoots Road, Stirling, FK9 5PY, Scotland...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1.0 SYMBOLS & LABELS 2.0 SAFETY GUIDANCE 2.1 GENERAL SAFETY 2.2 INSTALLATION SAFETY 2.3 ELECTRICAL SAFETY 2.4 GAS SAFETY 2.5 FIRE SAFETY 2.6 MAINTENANCE SAFETY 3.0 APPLIANCE INFORMATION 4.0 OPERATION 4.1 COMPONENT PARTS 4.2 CONTROL PANEL G9341/F 4.3 CONTROL PANEL G9341X, G9341FX 4.4 ADDITIONAL CONTROLS (ALL MODELS) 4.5 USING THE FRYER –...
  • Page 4 9.0 CONVERSION 9.1 GAS CONVERSION CHECK LIST 10.0 SERVICING 10.1 CONTROL PANEL REMOVAL. 10.2 DOOR REMOVAL 10.3 FASTRON CONTROLLER & NEONS 10.4 SWITCH PANEL 10.5 SWITCH & NEON REMOVAL 10.6 ACCESS TO SPARK BOX 10.7 SIT GAS REGULATOR ACCESS 10.8 PUMP & TIMER REMOVAL 10.9 PUMP &...

  • Page 5: Symbols & Labels

    1.0 SYMBOLS & LABELS SCREWDRIVER SPANNER COOKING OIL GREASE WARNING SPARK IGNITION FLAME VIEWPORT ALLEN KEY IGNITER C SPANNER REMOVE DEVICE PLUG REMOVER WARNING READ MANUAL FIRE RISK ELECTRICITY...

  • Page 6: Safety Guidance

    2.1.11 Oil bucket is heavy when full, take care when removing the bucket. 2.1.12 The appliance has been designed and approved to use Falcon kick plates; non Falcon kick plates could potentially adversely affect the performance of the appliance by restricting the air to the appliance.

  • Page 7: Installation Safety

    2.1.16 Record the training that you provide and support it by providing safe system of work (SSOW) documents that set out procedures to be followed for potentially hazardous tasks. 2.1.17 For further help and information on risk assessments we would refer you to you the Health and Safety Executive website;...

  • Page 8: Fire Safety

    2.5 FIRE SAFETY Fryers can present various hazards in the catering environment if not correctly used, operated, and maintained. Hazards including fire, burns from hot oil, contact with hot surfaces, fumes from boiling cleaning chemicals, eye injuries from splashes and slips from oil spillages. Operator Competency and Training 2.5.1 Ensure you are trained in the safe and proper use of the fryer and know...

  • Page 9: Maintenance Safety

    2.6.10 Take care when cleaning not to dislodge or damage thermostat sensors mounted on the base and side of the pan. 2.6.11 If the thermostats or capillaries are damaged then do not turn the appli- ance on and contact Falcon or you approved service provider to undertake the necessary repairs.
  • Page 10 2.6.12 In the extraordinary event that the oil level sensor does come into contact with fire. The probe should be replaced. 2.6.13 To obtain maximum performance from this unit regular servicing of the appliance should be undertaken to ensure correct operation, it is functioning as intended, and safe to use.

  • Page 11: Appliance Information

    3.0 APPLIANCE INFORMATION These appliances have been UKCA/CE-marked based on compliance with the Gas Appliance Regulations/Product Safety and Metrology Regulations, Electrical and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Regulations/Directives for the Countries, Gas Types and Pressures as stated on the data plate. Serial No Gas Rate Model No Total Heat Input...

  • Page 12: Operation

    4.0 OPERATION 4.1 COMPONENT PARTS TEMPERATURE CONTROL DRAIN VALVE POWER NEON (RED) OIL BUCKET HEAT DEMAND NEON (AMBER) SAFETY LIMITER BURNER RESET PUMP SWITCH Power ON/OFF RESET QUICK RELEASE RETURN PIPE...

  • Page 13: Control Panel G9341/F

    4.2 CONTROL PANEL G9341/F ON/OFF Temperature control knob Power on indicator (Red) Fat Melting Position Heat Demand Indicator (Amber) 4.3 CONTROL PANEL G9341X, G9341FX ON/OFF Temperature control knob Heat Demand Indicator Fat Melting Position Top up oil indicator (Orange, Oil can symbol) Power on indicator Low oil level indicator (Red Flashing,...

  • Page 14: Additional Controls (All Models)

    4.4 ADDITIONAL CONTROLS (ALL MODELS) Power ON/OFF switch Filtration Pump Switch (G9341F/FX) Burner Lock-out Switch Safety Thermostat Reset Burner Lock-out Indicator 4.5 USING THE FRYER – NORMAL MODE 4.5.1 Always clean the appliance before use. See section 3.0. PARTICULAR ATTENTION MUST BE PAID TO CLEANING THE THERMOSTAT BULB AND CAPILLARIES.
  • Page 15 4.5.2 Ensure drain valve is closed. Fill pan with cooking medium to -MIN- (maximum cold fill mark). Do not fill medium past MAX level mark. MIN- LEVEL MARK: MEDIUM SHOULD NEVER BE ALLOWED TO DROP BELOW THIS MARK. SHOULD THIS OCCUR, TOP UP IMMEDIATELY OR SWITCH FRYER OFF.
  • Page 16 4.5.3 Switch power on 2.4.1. 4.5.4 Power Neon (red) will light when there is mains power to the appliance. 4.5.5 Turn Temperature Control Knob to desired temperature. Heat Demand Indicator (amber) will light as the burner heats the cooking medium. Heat Demand Neon (amber) and the burners will turn off when the set temperature is reached.

  • Page 17: Using The Fryer - Fat Melt

    4.6 USING THE FRYER – FAT MELT WARNING NEVER MIX SHORTENING AND SOLID FAT! SOLID FAT (E.G. BEEF TALLOW) MUST BE MELTED USING THE FAT MELT MODE IN ORDER TO AVOID FIRE CAUSED BY BURNING OF THE FAT AND/OR OVERHEATING THE ELEMENT. 4.6.1 G9341X/G9341FX Only –...

  • Page 18: Filtration

    4.7 FILTRATION 4.7.1 Ensure the Heating Elements are turned off. 4.7.2 Wait 15/20 minutes to allow oil to cool. 4.7.3 Ensure Filtration Basket & Mesh Filter are clean and dry and locate them in the Oil Bucket. 4.7.4 Ensure Oil Bucket is clean and dry. Place it on the Runner Cradle and slide it back into the appliance until it engages with the pump.

  • Page 19: Cleaning And Maintenance

    5.0 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 5.1 CLEANING BEFORE ANY CLEANING IS UNDERTAKEN, ISOLATE APPLIANCE FROM MAINS POWER SUPPLY AT ISOLATOR SWITCH. SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING MUST BE WORN WHEN CLEANING THIS APPLIANCE. NEVER PUMP WATER THROUGH THE FILTRATION PUMP AT ANY TIME! WATER AND HOT OIL ARE AN EXPLOSIVE MIXTURE.
  • Page 20 DAMAGE TO THE THERMOSTAT SENSORS OR THEIR CAPILLARIES CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF OVERHEATING OR FIRE. IF THE THERMOSTATS OR CAPILLARIES ARE DAMAGED THEN DO NOT TURN THE APPLIANCE ON AND CONTACT FALCON OR YOUR APPROVED SERVICE PROVIDER TO UNDERTAKE THE NECESSARY REPAIRS.
  • Page 21 Location of Safety and Operating Thermostat Probes 5.1.15 Slide up oil level sensor guard (G9341X/G9341FX only). Oil level sensor guard raised for cleaning 5.1.16 Clean guard and sensor probe using a soft, clean cloth and hot soapy water (G9341X/G9341FX only). 5.1.17 Open Drain Valve to empty water into Oil Bucket.
  • Page 22 Oil level sensor guard lowered for normal operation 5.1.23 The flue capper can be removed for cleaning but must be replaced for use...

  • Page 23: Specification

    6.0 SPECIFICATION 6.1 APPLIANCE WEIGHT TABLE APPLIANCE UNIT WEIGHT (kg) PACKED WEIGHT (kg) G9341 G9341X G9341F G9341FX 6.2 ELECTRICAL DATA TABLE APPLIANCE Rated Voltage Rated Current G9341/X/F/FX 230V 3.55 amps THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. 6.3 INJECTOR SIZES & PRESSURE TABLE INJECTOR SIZES &...

  • Page 24: Dimensions / Connection Locations

    7.0 DIMENSIONS / CONNECTION LOCATIONS I T I " 4 I T I I T I " 4 I T I T I T l l i l r i I T I...

  • Page 25: Transport & Installation

    8.0 TRANSPORT & INSTALLATION Electrical Safety and Advice Regarding Supplementary Electrical Protection Commercial kitchens and foodservice areas are environments where electrical appliances may be located close to liquids, or operate in and around damp conditions or where restricted movement for installation and service is evident. The installation and periodic inspection of the appliance should only be undertaken by a qualified, skilled and competent electrician;...

  • Page 26: Transport & Positioning

    8.1 TRANSPORT & POSITIONING 8.1.1 GENERAL WARNINGS FOR TRANSPORT: a) Observe the Maximum load and stacking limits. b) Follow the indications shown on the packaging, any instructions on the equipment, including those on the points where fork lift trucks cannot be used. c) Danger of crushing during transportation due to the weight of the appliance.

  • Page 27: Siting / Clearances

    8.2 SITING / CLEARANCES CAUTION: WALLS CLOSER THAN 150mm TO THE APPLIANCE MUST BE NON COMBUSTABLE. IF SUITING THE NECESSARY CLEARANCES TO ANY CUMBUSTIBLE WALL MUST BE THE LARGEST FIGURE GIVEN FOR INDIVIDUAL APPLIANCES INSTRUCTIONS. 8.3 VENTILATION The appliances must to be installed with sufficient ventilation to prevent the occurrence of unacceptable concentrations of substances harmful to health in the room in which they are installed.

  • Page 28: Gas /Electric Supply & Connection

    8.4 GAS /ELECTRIC SUPPLY & CONNECTION 8.4.1 A qualified installer should be called to install the appliance and if necessary to convert it for other gases. Installation pipe work should be fitted in accordance with local / national standards. The pipe work must not be smaller than unit gas inlet connection, i.e.

  • Page 29: Assembly

    8.5 ASSEMBLY 8.5.1 Position appliance and level using feet or castor adjusters as shown below. Fit anti tilt device. Appliances with castors should be fitted with accessories supplied according to separate instructions provided. Connect appliance to gas supply and test for gas tightness as stated in 7.4. 8.6 COMMISSIONING 8.6.1 With gas supply still shut off, turn on electrical mains supply.

  • Page 30: Temperature Limit Thermostat

    8.6.4 Fryer ignition sequence will commence and spark may be heard before unit locks out Note: Ignition system will attempt a second sequence, 14 seconds after completion of first try if no flame is detected during first attempt. (Unit will only lock out after 2nd attempt).

  • Page 31: Oil Level Sensor (G9341X/G9341Fx Only)

    The DLS system Patent No. GB 2540131 is designed to give a quick and easy suiting solution. If you require an improved seal between appliances we recommend you use, a food grade, high temperature silicon sealant. This can be supplied by Falcon part no – 523400021 8.9.1 Before levelling and suiting units ensure the units are fully built, including all...
  • Page 32 8.9.5 Run a bead of silicon 5mm from profile edge as highlighted below. 8.9.6 Slide suited units into position. 8.9.7 (A) Right hand unit: Screw the M5 x 40 screw (supplied in the kit) into one of the suiting plates as shown and then insert through the front fixing holes of both units. 8.9.8 (B) Left hand unit: Slide the penny and lock washer on to the screw and secure using the M5 nut.

  • Page 33: Conversion

    9.0 CONVERSION BEFORE INSPECTION, SERVICING OR CONVERSION, TURN OFF GAS AT ISOLATOR. 9.1 GAS CONVERSION CHECK LIST Change injectors in burner(s) and pilots. Change gas type label. G30, 29mb at the burner or adjust SIT onboard governor if supply pressure is higher than 29mb.
  • Page 34 A - PRESSURE TEST NIPPLE B- INJECTORS A - PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT SCREW B - OUTLET PRESSURE C - INLET PRESSURE...

  • Page 35: Servicing

    Serial number – found on data plate Brief description of the issue To contact Falcon for a warranty issue dial (UK only) 01786 455 200 and select Warranty Issues from the menu. BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE, ISOLATE THE APPLIANCE AT THE MAINS SWITCH AND TAKE STEPS TO ENSURE THAT IT IS NOT INADVERTENTLY SWITCHED ON.

  • Page 36: Control Panel Removal

    10.1 CONTROL PANEL REMOVAL OPEN DOOR TO 90 DEGREES TO REMOVE BOTTOM LEFT SCREW. OPEN DOOR TO 180 DEGREES TO REFIT PANEL. 10.2 DOOR REMOVAL...

  • Page 37: Fastron Controller & Neons

    10.3 FASTRON CONTROLLER & NEONS 10.4 SWITCH PANEL...

  • Page 38: Switch & Neon Removal

    10.5 SWITCH & NEON REMOVAL 10.6 ACCESS TO SPARK BOX...

  • Page 39: Sit Gas Regulator Access

    10.7 SIT GAS REGULATOR ACCESS GOVERNOR SUPPLIED IS PART OF THE SIT GAS VALVE...

  • Page 40: Pump & Timer Removal

    10.8 PUMP & TIMER REMOVAL 10.9 PUMP & TIMER REMOVAL...

  • Page 41: Timer Pump Settings For 230 Volts

    10.10 TIMER PUMP SETTINGS FOR 230 VOLTS The settings are top function set to 0.4. Middle function to 10 minutes. Base function set to Wu. 10.11 OIL LEVEL SENSOR (G9341X/G9341FX only) 10.11.1 Ensure fry pot is empty 10.11.2 Remove back panel. 10.11.3 Disconnect oil sensor wires (blue &...

  • Page 42: Top Up And Low Oil Level Leds

    10.11.8 Pull the oil level sensor forward into the pan and carefully feed the wires through the boss. 10.11.9 Carefully replace in reverse order. Note In the extraordinary event that the oil level sensor does come into contact with fire, the probe should be replaced. 10.12 TOP UP AND LOW OIL LEVEL LEDS (G9341X/G9341FX only, Figure 6) 10.12.1 Remove control panel by undoing fixings at top and bottom of control panel.
  • Page 45 GAS VALVE...
  • Page 49 N:1-C:0 N:0-C:0 GAS VALVE...

  • Page 51: Accessories

    11.0 ACCESSORIES 11.1 SPLASH GUARD. Remove basket hanging panel, position splash guard and refit basket hanging panel. 11.2 DRAIN HOSE. Push quick release connection (1), remove part (2) and fit to hose then fit hose to unit (1).

  • Page 52: Fault Finding

    12.0 FAULT FINDING FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY Unit will not turn ON No power to unit Check mains power is connected and turned on Unit will not light No gas to unit Turn gas on Safety cut out Neon is on No gas has reached pilot Press reset button for further lighting attempts Safety cut out activated...

  • Page 53: Spare Parts

    This information will be found on data plate attached to the appliance Visit our website for further spares information. 14.0 SERVICE INFORMATION To contact Falcon for a warranty issue dial (UK only) 01786 455 200 and select Warranty Issues from the menu.

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