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Frymaster Protector Series Installation & Operation Manual

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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 APRIL 2008 *8196339* www.frymaster.com E-mail: service@frymaster.com...
  • Page 2 DIRECTLY FROM FRYMASTER DEAN, OR ANY OF ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS, 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 SERVICE CENTER.
  • 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: Chapter 1: General Information

    DANGER boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in injury to personnel, and which may cause damage to your system and/or cause your Your fryer is equipped with automatic safety features: 1. High temperature detection shuts off gas to the burner assembly should the controlling thermostat fail.
  • Page 5 Computer Information for the CM7 Computers FCC COMPLIANCE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pur- suant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. While this device is a verified Class A device, it has been shown to meet the Class B limits.
  • Page 6 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 1.7. 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 1.7.
  • Page 7 Service and Parts Manual. Parts orders may be placed directly with your local FASC or distributor. Included with fryers when shipped from the factory is a list of Frymaster FASCs. If you do not have access to this list, contact the Frymaster Service Department at 1-800-551-8633 or 1- 318-865-1711 or by e-mail: service@frymaster.com.
  • Page 8 Quantity Needed: Service information may be obtained by contacting your local FASC/Distributor. Service may also be obtained by calling the Frymaster Service Department at 1-800-551-8633 or 1-318-865-1711 or by e-mail: service@frymaster.com. When requesting service, please have the following information ready:...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Installation Instructions

    Failure to use qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel (as de- fined in Section 1.7 of this manual) to install, convert to another gas type or otherwise service this equipment will void the Frymaster warranty and may result in damage to the equipment or injury to personnel.
  • Page 10 (450 mm) should be maintained between the flue outlet and the lower edge of the grease filter.” Frymaster recommends that the minimum distance be 24 in. (600 mm) from the flue outlet to the bottom edge of the filter when the appliance consumes more than 120,000 BTU per hour.
  • Page 11 A wiring diagram is located on the inside of the fryer door. Refer to the rating plate on the inside of the fryer door for proper voltages. This appliance is equipped with a special (grounding) plug for your protection against electrical shock, and must be plugged directly into a properly grounded re- ceptacle.
  • Page 12 2. Level fryers equipped with legs by screwing out the legs approximately 1 inch then adjusting them so that the fryer is level and at the proper height in the exhaust hood. Frymaster recommends that the minimum distance from the flue outlet to the bottom edge of the hood be 24 in.
  • Page 13 The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system at test pressures in excess of ½ PSI (3.45 kPa, 13.84 inches W.C.) to avoid damage to the fryer’s gas tubes and gas valve(s).
  • Page 14 UNITED KINGDOM (UK) Required airflow for the combustion air supply is 2m 1. Connect the quick-disconnect hose to the fryer quick-disconnect under the fryer and to the building gas line. NOTE: Some fryers are configured for a rigid connection to the gas supply line. These units are connected to the gas supply line at the rear of the unit.
  • Page 15 2. Open the gas supply to the fryer and check all piping, fittings, and gas connections for leaks. A soap solution should be used for this purpose.
  • Page 16 Change the orifices. b. Adjust the manifold pressure. 3. Remove the old rating plate and return to Frymaster. Affix the new rating plate included with the conversion kit in place of the old rating plate stating the gas has been converted.
  • Page 17 Positioning the Fryer 1. Once the fryer has been positioned at the frying station, use a carpenter’s level placed across the top of the frypot to verify that the unit is level, both side-to-side and front-to-back. To level fryers, adjust the casters being careful to ensure the fryer(s) are at the proper height in the frying station.

  • Page 18: Chapter 3: Operating Instructions

    ® PROTECTOR SERIES GAS FRYER CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ® FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND THE PROTECTOR SERIES GAS FRYER...
  • Page 19 If this is the first time the fryer is being used after installation, refer to Section 4.11 on page 4-16 for the boil-out procedure.
  • Page 20 3. If the burners fail to light, press the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position and wait 60 seconds. Repeat step 2. 4. The fryer will automatically enter the melt cycle mode if the frypot temperature is below 180ºF (82ºC). (NOTE: During the melt cycle, the burners will repeatedly fire for a few seconds, then go out for a longer period.) When the frypot temperature reaches 180ºF (82ºC), the unit will...
  • Page 21 For short-term shut down during the workday, place the computer ON/OFF switch in the OFF position and put the frypot covers in place (if the fryer is so equipped). When shutting the fryers down at closing time, place the computer ON/OFF switch in the OFF position.
  • Page 22 Place the oil container inside the cabinet and slide it into place (as shown on the following page). Avoid catching the suction hardware on the cabinet interior as the container is placed in the fryer. The system is now ready for operation. As the fryer heats to preprogrammed temperatures, the system will energize and then slowly add oil to the frypot as needed, until the oil reaches an optimal level.
  • Page 23 4. Put the tube in the new full container (see Figure 8). Figure 8 5. Slide the JIB onto the shelf inside the fryer cabinet (as seen in Figure 5). 6. Press the JIB reset switch to turn the JIB LED off (see Figure 9).

  • Page 24: Chapter 4: Cm7 Computer Instructions

    PROTECTOR CHAPTER 4: CM7 COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS Cook Cycle Selection Buttons ON/OFF CM7 General Information Welcome to the CM7, a computer that has one-button cooking and the utility of 40-product menu capability. The computer is easy to use. One button push starts a cook cycle for an item cooked in a dedicated vat.

  • Page 25: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation...

  • Page 26: Cooking With Multi-Product Display

    Cooking with Multi-Product Display...

  • Page 27: Cooking With Dedicated Display

    Cooking with Dedicated Display FR FRIES A menu item, such as FR FRIES shows in display Press a cook channel button to begin the cook cycle. Display alternates between abbreviated product name and remaining cook time. Shak is displayed when it is time to shake the fry basket.
  • Page 28 Changing from Breakfast Setup to Lunch...
  • Page 29 Changing from Lunch Setup to Breakfast...
  • Page 30 If the fryer is off, the display shows the current versions of software. The button (see Figure 1), if pressed once while the fryer is on, shows the recovery time for each vat from the last test. Recovery displays the time required for the fryer to raise the temperature of the oil 50°F (28°C) between 250°F (121°C) and 300°F (149°C).

  • Page 31: Cm7 Menu Summary Tree

    CM7 Menu Summary Tree Reflected below are the major programming sections in the CM7 and the order in which submenu headings will be found under the sections in the Installation and Operation Manual. Adding New Product Menu Items Storing Product Menu Items in Product Buttons Temperature Conversion from F°...

  • Page 32: Setup Mode Programming

    The setup sets the time, date, date format, language, fryer type, vat type, oil system type and the temperature format. These settings should only be changed by a technician.
  • Page 33 Current languages supported by the CM7 are: English, French, French Canadian, Spanish, Portuguese, German and Swedish. 15. With the desired selection displayed, press the 18). The computer displays fryer type on the left and Elec on the right. (1) button (see Figure (1) button (see Figure Figure 15...
  • Page 34 NOTE: F is used for Fahrenheit, C is used for Celsius. 23. With the desired selection displayed, press the The computer displays FRYER Setup for three seconds then off. (1) button (see Figure (1) button (see Figure (1) button (see Figure (1) button (see Figure 26).
  • Page 35 4.10 CM7 Common Tasks Covered in this section are common tasks used in stores: 1. Escaping out of a menu or sub-menu. 2. Adding new product items. 3. Storing menu items in product buttons. 4. Temperature conversion from F to C. 4.10.1 Escape Menu Items To escape from MENUS or SUB-MENUS, press the 27).
  • Page 36 6. With the desired temperature entered, press the ▼ button (see Figure 33) two times to lock in the setpoint and continue. The computer displays Product selection. 7. With Product selection displayed, press the (see Figure 34). Computer displays PRODUCT Selection changing to select product. 8.
  • Page 37 AFTER. Filt after is the number of cook cycles before a filter prompt. 22. Use the number keys (see Figure 48) to enter the number of cook cycles before the fryer prompts for filtration. (ex. If the product requires filtration after every six cook cycles, enter 6).
  • Page 38 24. With sensitivity displayed on the left and 0 displayed on the right, use the number keys (see Figure 49) to enter a number between 0-9. button (see Figure 50) to save sensitivity and scroll to assign btn. 25. Press the 26.

  • Page 39: Boil-Out Mode

    Before the fryer is first used, it should be boiled out to ensure that residue from the manufacturing process has been eliminated. Also, after the fryer has been in use for a period of time, a hard film of caramelized oil will form on the inside of the frypot. This deposit must be periodically removed to maintain your fryer’s efficiency.

  • Page 40: Setpoint Temperature

    Never leave the fryer unattended during the boil-out process. If the boil-out solution boils over, press and hold the to cancel boil-out immediately and let the solution cool for a few minutes before resuming the process. 5. With the computer OFF, press the UNLOCK button once (see Figure 64).
  • Page 41 14. Allow the solution to cool to 100°F (38°C), then drain into a METAL stockpot or similar METAL container. When draining is finished, close the fryer drain valve securely. Allow solution to cool to 100°F (38°C) before draining into an appropriate METAL container for disposal.

  • Page 42: Manager Mode

    The computer displays MANAGER MODE changing to E-LOG. The E-LOG mode is used to view the ten most recent error codes encountered on the fryer. These codes are displayed from 1-10 with the most recent displayed first. The time, date and error code are displayed.
  • Page 43 8. Press the (1) button (see Figure 77). The computer displays volume 1-9 on the left and 1 on the right. 9. Use the number keys to set volume level (see Figure 78). Select from nine levels of volume with 0 being off, 1 the softest and 9 the loudest.
  • Page 44 4.13 SENSITIVITY SETTINGS CHART Sensitivity Settings for Various Products Product Chicken chicken fillet, 1 ¼ oz. chicken fillet (frozen), 4 oz. chicken patty (frozen), 5 oz. frozen chicken fresh chicken, 9 pieces Potatoes steak fries regular fries, ½-inch shoestrings, ¼-inch shoestrings, 3/8-inch tater tots hash browns...

  • Page 45: Chapter 5: 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 46 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 47 5.2.1 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 Figure 1) Clean all components with a solution of detergent and hot water, then dry thoroughly.
  • Page 48 If using a filter pad, position the hold down ring on top of the pad. DO NOT use filter powder with the pad. 6. Replace the crumb tray in the filter pan, then push the filter pan back into the fryer, positioning it under the drain. 5.2.2 Preparation for Use with the Magnasol Filter Assembly 1.
  • Page 49 Sprinkle one packet of the Magnasol XL filter powder evenly over the screen. 5. Replace the crumb tray, then push the filter pan back into the fryer, positioning it all the way to the back of the cabinet.
  • Page 50 8. After the oil is filtered (about 5 minutes), close the drain valve and allow the fryer to refill. Let the filter pump run 10 to 12 seconds after the oil begins to bubble. Turn the filter off.
  • Page 51 10. 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 cooking oil to reach setpoint.
  • Page 52 Cleaning 1. Clean the two frame pieces, outer screens, and grid using a good quality degreaser and hot water from a spray nozzle. The groove in the seal frame pieces can be cleaned with the edge of a Scotch-Brite™ or similar cleaning pad. 2.
  • Page 53 When cooking oil is exhausted, 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 54: Chapter 6: Preventive Maintenance

    6.2.2 Clean Fryer Cabinet Inside and Out Clean inside the fryer cabinet with dry, clean cloth. Wipe all accessible metal surfaces and compo- nents to remove accumulations of oil and dust.

  • Page 55: Weekly Checks And Service

    6.3.2 Boiling Out the Frypot After the fryer has been in use for a period of time, a hard film of caramelized oil will form on the inside of the frypot. This deposit must be periodically removed to maintain your fryer’s efficiency.

  • Page 56: Quarterly Checks And Service

    QUARTERLY CHECKS AND SERVICE 6.5.1 Clean Combustion Air Blower Assembly 1. Disconnect the blower wiring harness and remove the four blower mounting nuts (see Figure 1 below). Wiring connection 2. Remove the three fasteners that secure the blower motor assembly to the blower housing, and separate the two components (see Figure 2).
  • Page 57 5. Reinstall the blower shield or shield assembly. 6. Light the fryer in accordance with the procedure described in Chapter 3, Section 3.2.2. 7. After the burners have been lit for at least 90 seconds, observe the flames through the burner viewing ports located on each side of the combustion air blower (see Figure 4).

  • Page 58: Semi-Annual Checks And Service

    This procedure is not required for fryers configured for export to CE countries. 1. Set the fryer power switch and the gas valve to the OFF position. 2. Carefully unscrew the vent tube from the gas valve. NOTE: The vent tube may be straightened for ease in removal.
  • Page 59 Frymaster recommends that a Factory Authorized Service Technician inspect this appliance at least annually as follows: 6.7.1 Fryer • Inspect the cabinet inside and out, front and rear for oil. • Verify that the flue opening is not obstructed by debris or accumulations of solidified oil.
  • Page 60 − Close all oil return valves (i.e., place all oil return handles in the OFF position). Verify proper functioning of each oil return valve by activating the filter pump using the lever on one of the oil return microswitches. No air bubbles should be visible in any frypot. −...

  • Page 61: Chapter 7: Operator Troubleshooting

    If you are in doubt as to the proper action to take, do not hesitate to call the Frymaster Technical Service Department or your local Frymaster Factory Authorized Service Center for assistance.
  • Page 62 CORRECTIVE ACTION A. Press the ON/OFF switch to turn the computer on. B. Verify that the fryer is plugged in and that the circuit breaker is not tripped. C. Call FASC. A. Verify that the drain valve is fully closed.
  • Page 63 Ensure setpoint is set correctly. If problem persists call your FASC. This display is normal when the fryer is first turned on and may appear for a short while if a large batch of frozen product is added to the frypot. If the display never goes out, the fryer is not heating.

  • Page 64: Probable Causes

    B. Pump motor has overheated causing the thermal overload switch to trip. C. Failed filter handle microswitch. Test: If this is a multi-pot fryer, Filter Pump won’t attempt to operate the pump using start. a different handle. If the pump...
  • Page 65 Blockage in filter pan suction tube. Filter pump runs Test: Close the drain valve and pull but oil does not the filter pan out from the fryer. return to frypot and Activate the pump. If bubbling oil there is no bubbling occurs, there is a blockage in the oil.
  • Page 66 Frymaster, L.L.C., 8700 Line Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana 71106 TEL 1-318-865-1711 FAX (Parts) 1-318-219-7140 FAX (Tech Support) 1-318-219-7135 SERVICE HOTLINE 819-6339 PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES 1-800-551-8633 APRIL 2007...

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