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Frymaster YFPRE18E Installation & Operation Manual

Frymaster YFPRE18E Installation & Operation Manual

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YFPRE1817E
Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends
using CFESA Certified Technicians.
24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633
OCTOBER 2008
*8196383*
www.frymaster.com
E-mail:
service@frymaster.com

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  • Page 1 YFPRE1817E Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends using CFESA Certified Technicians. 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 OCTOBER 2008 *8196383* 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 A restraint kit is provided with the fryer. If the restraint kit is missing contact your local Frymaster Factory Authorized Service Center (FASC) for part number 826-0900. DANGER Prior to movement, testing, maintenance and any repair on your Frymaster fryer, disconnect all electrical power from the fryer.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    YFPRE18E Electric Fryer Installation and Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: Introduction General Information ......................1-1 Safety Information......................1-1 Computer Information ....................... 1-2 Installation, Operating and Service Personnel ..............1-2 Definitions ......................... 1-2 Shipping Damage Claim Procedure ................. 1-3 Service Information ......................

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION General Read the instructions in this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate this equipment. This manual covers current configurations of YFPRE18E. Safety Information Before attempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly. Throughout this manual, you will find notations enclosed in double-bordered boxes similar to the one below.

  • Page 6: Installation, Operating And Service Personnel

    QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Qualified service personnel are those who are familiar with Frymaster equipment and who have been authorized by Frymaster, L.L.C. to perform service on the equipment. All authorized service personnel are required to be equipped with a complete set of service and parts manuals, and to stock a minimum amount of parts for Frymaster equipment.

  • Page 7: Shipping Damage Claim Procedure

    Please note that this equipment was carefully inspected and packed by skilled personnel before leaving the factory. Frymaster does not assume responsibility for damage or loss incurred in transit. The freight company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the equipment.

  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Installation Instructions

    Section 1.6 of this manual) to install or otherwise service this equipment will void the Frymaster warranty and may result in damage to the equipment or injury to personnel. Where conflicts exist between instructions and information in this manual and local or national codes or regulations, installation and operation shall comply with the codes or regulations in force in the country in which the equipment is installed.
  • Page 9 WARNING Do not block the area around the base or under the fryers. DANGER Prior to movement, testing, maintenance and any repair on your Frymaster fryer, disconnect all electrical power from the fryer. 2.1.2 Electrical Grounding Requirements All electrically operated appliances must be grounded in accordance with all applicable national and local codes, and, where applicable, CE codes.

  • Page 10: Power Requirements

    DANGER No structural material on the fryer should be altered or removed to accommodate placement of the fryer under a hood. Questions? Call the Frymaster Dean Service Hotline at 1-800-551-8633. 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.
  • Page 11 DANGER Hot oil can cause severe burns. Avoid contact. Under all circumstances, oil must be removed from the fryer before attempting to move it to avoid oil spills, falls and severe burns. This fryer may tip and cause personal injury if not secured in a stationary position.

  • Page 12: Chapter 3: Operating Instructions

    YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND THE YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER Basket Hanger Lift Rod Tilt Housing Top Cap Bezel Control Panel YUM Wingstreet controller Fuse shown. Power Switch Drain Drain and Filter Handles Filter Pan...

  • Page 13: Setup And Shutdown Procedures

    3.1 Equipment Setup and Shutdown Procedures Setup DANGER Never operate the appliance with an empty frypot. The frypot must be filled to the fill line with water, oil or shortening before energizing the elements. Failure to do so will result in irreparable damage to the elements and may cause a fire. DANGER Remove all drops of water from the frypot before filling with oil.

  • Page 14: Controller

    If this is the first time the fryer is being used after installation, refer to the frypot Boil-Out Procedure on Page 5-2. Refer to the separate Frymaster Wingstreet Controller User’s Manual furnished with your fryer for the specific controller operating instructions. An overview for the controller is provided below.
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  • Page 16 YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION WARNING Drawings and photos used in this manual are intended to illustrate operational, cleaning and technical procedures and may not conform to on-site management operational procedures. WARNING The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of the inherent hazards of operating a hot oil filtration system, particularly the aspects of oil filtration, draining and cleaning procedures.

  • Page 17: Filtration Preparation

    CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4. 1 General Frymaster YFPRE18E fryers come equipped with a built-in filtration system. Photos used in the procedural illustrations may differ slightly from the filter unit that came with the frying system. The following procedures apply to all YFPRE18E fryers equipped with built-in filter systems.
  • Page 18 YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4.2.1 Assembling the Filter (cont.) Assemble the filter as follows: 1. Place the support grid in the bottom of filter pan. Support grid properly placed in filter pan. 2. Center the hold-down ring on a clean sheet of...
  • Page 19 YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4. 2.1 Assembling the Filter (cont.) 4. Sprinkle one packet of filter powder on the filter sheet. Ensure the powder covers the filter paper evenly. (Filter powder is not included with the filtering tools;...

  • Page 20: Daily Filtration Operation

    YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4.2.2 Installing the Filter Slide the filter inside the fryer cabinet. Ensure the male-female slip-fitting coupling is fully engaged. 4.3 Daily Filtration Operation DANGER Use caution and wear proper protective clothing. The oil to be filtered is at or near 350°F (177°C).

  • Page 21: Operation Of The Filter

    YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4.3.2 Filtering Tools (cont.) The following tools are not required, but are recommended to make the filtering task easier. • Stainless Steel Crumb Scoop – for removing large debris from shortening/oil prior to filtering.
  • Page 22 YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4.4 Operating the Filter (cont.) DANGER NEVER attempt to clear a clogged drain valve from the front of the valve! Hot oil or shortening will rush out creating the potential for severe burns.
  • Page 23 YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4.4.2 Filter Operation (cont.) 4. After ensuring the filter pan is correctly positioned under the drain tube and the pan is properly connected, open the drain valve by pulling the blue handle to the left. Drain only one frypot at a time.
  • Page 24 YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 4: BUILT-IN FILTRATION 4.4.2 Filter Operation (cont.) Empty the filter pan crumb tray into a fire- proof container at the end of frying operations each day. DO NOT ALLOW CRUMBS TO ACCUMULATE IN TRAY. 12. Do not allow crumbs to accumulate in the crumb tray. The crumb tray MUST be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations EACH day (see DANGER statement below).

  • Page 25: Chapter 5: Preventive Maintenance

    YFPRE18E ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Fryer DANGER Never attempt to clean the fryer during the frying process or when the frypot is filled with hot oil. If water comes in contact with oil heated to frying temperature, it will cause spattering of the oil, which can result in severe burns to nearby personnel.

  • Page 26: Annual/Periodic System Inspection

    This appliance should be inspected and adjusted periodically by qualified service personnel as part of a regular kitchen maintenance program. Frymaster recommends that this appliance be inspected at least annually by a Factory Authorized Service Technician as follows: 5.2.1 Fryer •...
  • Page 27 5.2.2 Built-In Filtration System DANGER The crumb tray in fryers equipped with a filter system must be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations each day. Some food particles can spontaneously combust if left soaking in certain shortening material. •...

  • Page 28: Chapter 6: Operator Troubleshooting

    Although the chapter covers the most common problems reported, you may encounter problems that are not covered. In such instances, the Frymaster Technical Services staff will make every effort to help you identify and resolve the problem.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 6.2.1 Controller and Heating Problems Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action A. Plug power cord in and verify A. Power cord is not plugged in or that circuit breaker is not circuit breaker is tripped. tripped. B. If any of the components in the Controller won't power supply system (including activate.
  • Page 30 Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action This is normal behavior. Refer to the separate YUM! Wingstreet Fryer repeatedly cycles on and off Fryer is in melt-cycle mode. Controller Manual. when first started. Fryer heats until Temperature probe or controller has Turn fryer off and call FASC. high limit trips with failed.
  • Page 31 Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action Blockage in filter pan suction tube. The blockage may be caused by sediment buildup or, if solid Filter pump runs but oil does not Test: Close the drain valve and pull shortening is used, solidified return to frypot and the filter pan out from the fryer.
  • Page 32 Frymaster, L.L.C., 8700 Line Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana 71106 TEL 1-318-865-1711 FAX (Parts) 1-318-688-2200 (Tech Support) 1-318-219-7135 819-6383 SERVICE HOTLINE OCT 2008 PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES 1-800-551-8633...

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