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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 MAR 2011 *8196557* www.frymaster.com E-mail: service@frymaster.com...
- Page 2 Please read all sections of this manual and retain for future reference. This appliance is intended for professional use only and is to be operated by qualified personnel only. A Frymaster Factory Authorized Service agency (FAS) or other qualified professional should perform installation, maintenance, and repairs. Installation, maintenance, or repairs by unqualified personnel may void the manufacturer’s warranty.
- Page 3 If a flexible gas line is used, an additional restraining cable must be connected at all times when the fryer is in use. The front ledge of the fryer is not a step. Do not stand on the fryer. Serious injury can result from slips or contact with the hot oil.
- Page 4 FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND THE FRYMASTER BK1814 GAS SERIES...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Installation & Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION After Purchase Ordering Parts Service Information Computer Information Safety Information Service Personnel IMPORTANT INFORMATION Receiving and Unpacking Equipment General Principles of Operation Rating Plate Pre-Installation Air Supply and Ventilation... - Page 6 1814 Series Gas Fryers Installation & Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.) FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS Draining and Manual Filtering General Filtration Information Filtration Preparation Daily Filtration Operation Operating the Filter PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE General TROUBLESHOOTING General Pilot Burner Malfunction Main Burner Malfunctions Wiring Diagram, Main Wiring Diagram, Filter Page #...
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Page 7: Introduction
Union for sale and installation in the following EU countries: AT, BE, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, IE, IT, LU, NL, NO, PT and SE. This manual is applicable to and valid for all Frymaster 1814 gas units sold in English- speaking countries, including those in the European Union. Where conflicts exist between instructions and information in this manual and local or national codes of the country in which the equipment is installed, installation and operation shall comply with those codes. -
Page 8: Service Information
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4 Service Information Call the Frymaster Service Hotline, 1-800-551-8633, for the location of your nearest factory authorized service center. To assist you more efficiently, always provide the service technician with the model number, gas type, serial number, and the nature of the problem. -
Page 9: Service Personnel
Frymaster equipment. A list of Frymaster Factory Authorized Service agencies (FASs) was included with the fryer when shipped from the factory. -
Page 10: Important Information
Carefully roll the unit down the ramps from the front (cooking side). E. Remove all plastic skin from sides, front, and doors of the fryer(s). Failure to do this prior to initial fryer operation will make it very difficult to remove later. -
Page 11: Principles Of Operation
Questions? Call 1-800-551-8633. 2.3 Product Description Frymaster 1814 Series gas fryers are energy efficient, tube-style, gas-fired units. All units are shipped completely assembled with accessories packed inside the frypot. All units are adjusted, tested and inspected at the factory before shipment. Sizes, weights and input rates of all models are listed in this manual. -
Page 12: Pre-Installation
Parts protected by the manufacturer or its agent shall not be adjusted by the installer. Frymaster 1814 Series gas fryers require 120VAC 60 cycle or 230VAC single-phase 50 Hz (International) electrical service and are equipped with a 16-3 SJT grounded flexible power cord for a direct connection to the power supply. -
Page 13: Air Supply And Ventilation
C. A commercial, heavy-duty fryer must vent its combustion wastes to the outside of the building. A deep-fat fryer must be installed under a powered exhaust hood, or an exhaust fan must be provided in the wall above the unit, as exhaust gas temperatures are approximately 800-1000°F (427-538°C). -
Page 14: Equipment Installed At High Altitudes
Chapter 2: Important Information 2.7 Air Supply and Ventilation (cont.) D. Do not place the fryer’s flue outlet directly into the plenum of the hood, as it will affect the gas combustion of the fryer. E. Never use the interior of the fryer cabinet for storage or store items on shelving over or behind the fryer. -
Page 15: Installation
A. Initial Installation: If the fryer is installed with legs, do not push the fryer to adjust its position. Use a pallet or lift jack to lift the fryer slightly, and then place the fryer where it is to be installed. -
Page 16: Gas Connections
FASC should be contacted immediately to rectify the problem. The gas supply (service) line must be the same size or greater than the fryer inlet line. This fryer is equipped with a ¾" (22 mm) male inlet. The gas supply line must be sized to accommodate all the gas-fired equipment that may be connected to that gas supply. - Page 17 C. Regulating Gas Pressure: The fryer and shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply during any pressure testing of the system.
- Page 18 F. Only qualified service personnel should make adjustments to the regulators. G. Orifices: The fryer can be configured to operate on any available gas. The correct safety control valve, appropriate gas orifices, and pilot burner are installed at the factory. While the valve can be adjusted in the field, only qualified service personnel should make adjustments with proper test equipment.
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Page 19: Gas Specifications
Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) Do not attach accessories to this fryer unless fryer is secured from tipping. Personal 2. The fryer must be restrained by means independent of the flexible coupling or connector in order to limit the movement of the fryer. Restraining brackets are located on the back panel of the fryer for the attachment of restraints. - Page 20 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers The 1814 Series gas fryer has received the CE mark for the countries and gas categories indicated in the table below. NOTE: The nominal heat input (QN) is 21kW except for AT, DE, LU and category 3P/B, which is 23kW.
- Page 21 Doing so may allow some of the compound to enter the gas stream, resulting in clogging of burner orifices and/or the control valve. 2. Open the gas supply to the fryer and check all piping, fittings, and gas connections for leaks with a leak detection fluid.
- Page 22 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers CE GAS CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Between G20- and G25-type Natural Gas, adjust the gas pressure at the regulator. (Refer to the CE Standard Burner Manifold Gas Pressure Chart.) Do not change the orifice. 2. Between a 2 family (G20 or G25) and a 3 a.
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Page 23: Electrical Connections
DO NOT CUT, REMOVE, OR OTHERWISE BYPASS THE GROUNDING The rating plate and wiring diagram are located inside the front door. The fryer is equipped with a 120VAC single-phase 60-hertz system (Domestic), or 230VAC single-phase 50-hertz system (International/CE). -
Page 24: Fryer Operations
Typical sensor probe/high-limit locations and mounting hardware. Do not bang fry baskets or other utensils on the fryer’s joiner strip. The strip is present to seal the joint between the frypots. Banging fry baskets on the strip to dislodge shortening will distort the strip, adversely affecting its fit. -
Page 25: Final Preparation
4.2.1 Filling Fryer with Oil A. When using oil, fill the fryer to the bottom OIL LEVEL line scribed into the back of the frypot. B. When using a solid shortening, cut it into small pieces and pack it below the heat tubes, between the tubes and on top of the tubes, leaving no air spaces around the tubes. - Page 26 4. The ignition module will energize the pilot gas supply and the ignitor. The ignitor spark will ignite the pilot gas. The presence of the pilot flame is then proved by a flame sensor, which sends a signal to the main gas supply, opening the valve. The computer controls the fryer after ignition.
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Page 27: 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 28: General Filtration Information
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 29 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 5: Filtration Operation 5.3.1 Filter Components Filter paper is held in place by a hold-down ring. Oil moves through the paper, leaving behind impurities. Filter pan. Filter support grid. Filter paper. Hold-down ring. Crumb screen.
- Page 30 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 5: Filtration Operation 5.3.2 Assembling the Filter 1. Place the support grid in the bottom of filter pan. 2. Put one filter paper sheet on top of the support grid. Be sure the paper covers the filter pan bottom and laps two inches onto the pan wall.
- Page 31 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 5: Filtration Operation 5.3.2 Assembling the Filter (cont.) 4. Sprinkle 8 ounces (227g) of filter powder on the filter sheet. Ensure the powder covers the filter paper evenly. 5. Place the crumb screen in the filter pan.
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Page 32: Daily Filter Operation
Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 5: Filtration Operation 5.3.3 Installing the Filter 1. Slide the filter inside the fryer cabinet. Ensure the male-female pickup tubes are fully engaged. Ensure the filter pan opening is directly under the center dump tube. Daily Filter Operation Use caution and wear proper protective clothing. - Page 33 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 5: Filtration Operation 5.4.2 Filtering Tools Assemble tools to be used for filtering. These are supplied with the filter starter kit included with the fryer/filter system: • Frypot/Filter Brush - used to clean frypot and filter pan sides and bottom, heating elements, and to dislodge sediment during filtration or oil change.
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Page 34: Operating The Filter
Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 5: Filtration Operation Operating the Filter 5.5.1 Pan Preparation and Operation See Section 5.3.2, Assembling the Filter, and Section 5.3.3, Installing the Filter, for the appropriate filter preparation procedure. NEVER operate the filter unit unless cooking oil is at operating temperature (~350°F/ ~177°C). - Page 35 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 5: Filtration Operation 5.5.1 Pan Preparation and Operation (cont.) 4. After ensuring the filter pan is correctly positioned under the drain tubes, move the red handle to the open position (right) to drain the frypot into the filter pan. Drain ONLY ONE frypot at a time.
- Page 36 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 5: Filtration Operation 5.5.2 Filter Operation 6. Oil will begin to pump from the filter pan into the frypot. If the frypot tubes, sides and bottom have sediment deposits, clean the frypot with the cleaning brush included with the fryer.
- Page 37 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 5: Filtration Operation 5.5.2 Filter Operation (cont.) 9. After all oil is pumped back into the frypot, bubbles will form, indicating air in the oil return lines. Allow the oil to bubble for 10- 15 seconds to ensure all oil is evacuated from the return lines.
- Page 38 Do not bang fry baskets or other utensils on the fryer’s joiner strip. The strip is present to seal the joint between the fry vessels. Banging fry baskets on the strip to dislodge shortening will distort the strip, adversely affecting its fit.
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Page 39: General
Any equipment works better and lasts longer when maintained properly and kept clean. Cooking equipment is no exception. Frymaster 1814 Series gas fryers should be kept clean during the working day, and thoroughly cleaned at the end of each day. Below are recommendations for daily, weekly and periodic preventative maintenance. - Page 40 The fryer should be inspected and adjusted periodically by qualified service personnel as part of a regular kitchen maintenance program. Frymaster recommends that the fryer be inspected at least annually by a Factory Authorized Service technician as follows: • Inspect fryer cabinet inside and out, front and rear, for excessive oil build-up. Verify that burners and associated components (i.e.
- Page 41 DO NOT let water splash into the tank of hot oil. It will splatter and can cause severe burns. All stainless steel fryer cabinet parts should be wiped regularly with hot, soapy water during the day, and with a liquid cleanser designed for stainless steel at the end of each day.
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Page 42: Troubleshooting
Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.1 General Hot oil will cause severe burns. Never attempt to move this appliance when filled with hot oil or to transfer hot oil from one container to another. This equipment should be unplugged when servicing, except when electrical circuit tests are required. -
Page 43: Main Burner Malfunctions
Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers 7.2 Pilot Burner Malfunction (cont.) 3. Check all connections for cleanliness and security. C. Pilot flame of proper size, but is unstable. thermopile completely at all times. 1. Check for drafts that might be caused by air conditioning equipment or make-up air apparatus. - Page 44 D. Fryer will not reach the temperature setting and/or runs erratically. Incorrect location of sensor probe or defective temperature sensor. Loose wiring/wire connection E. Fryer oil temperature cannot be controlled; fryer runs at high-limit temperature. 1. Defective temperature probe; Call Authorized Service Agent. User- Replaceable Parts...
- Page 45 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Wiring Diagrams, 7.4.1 Main for all models after Sep. 2010...
- Page 46 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.4.2 Main for all models prior to Sep. 2010...
- Page 47 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.4.3 CE Wiring Diagram...
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Page 48: Wiring Diagram, Filter
Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.5 Wiring Diagram, Filter... - Page 49 Frymaster BK1814 Series Gas Fryers Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.6 Wiring Diagram, RAM Units Only...
- Page 50 Frymaster, L.L.C., 8700 Line Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana 71106 TEL 1-318-865-1711 FAX (Parts) 1-318-688-2200 FAX (Tech Support) 1-318-219-7135 819-6557 SERVICE HOTLINE PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES MAR 2011 1-800-551-8633...