SAFETY SYMBOL These symbols are intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the manual accompanying the appliance. RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE NOTICE Using any part other than genuine Star factory supplied parts relieves the manufacturer of all liability.
GENERAL INSTALLATION DATA PLACE THE LAMINATED WARNING SIGN SUPPLIED WITH THE FRYER IN AN AREA VISIBLE TO THE FRYER OPERATOR. CAUTION This equipment is designed and sold for commercial use only by personnel trained and experienced in its operation and is not sold for consumer use in and around the home nor for use directly by the general public in food service locations.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. KEEP THE APPLIANCE AREA CLEAR AND FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLES. AIR SUPPLY Provisions for adequate air supply must be provided. AIR INTAKES IN BOTTOM Make certain that the air intake opening in the bottom of the appliance is not obstructed.
GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR The regulator is factory set as specifi ed on the rating plate. If it should be necessary to check the manifold pressure, remove the 1/8" pipe plug from the top part of the burner manifold and attach a pressure gauge. To adjust gas pressure, unscrew cap from pressure regulator on control valve and turn screw to the right to increase and left to decrease the gas pressure to its proper setting.
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6. CRUMB TRAY Model 615FD/630FD - Place the crumb tray in the kettle when the fat has melted. BASKET RACK Model 404D - Place the rack before adding fat. 7. Turn the thermostat knob to the desired frying temperature. DO NOT FRY MORE FOOD PER BATCH THAN YOU CAN FRY EFFICIENTLY - Too much food per batch causes excessive temperature drop, wastes fat, and nothing is gained in capacity.
12. STRAINING FAT - Wait until fat is warm before straining fat. Slip fi lter bag over end of drain valve nipple and tie in place with a bow knot so it will not slide off. Place a receptacle under bag and slowly open drain valve. When the kettle is empty, use a small pot to pour hot oil vigorously around sides, tubes and bottom of kettle to wash out crumbs, etc.
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CAUTIONS FOR ALL DEEP FAT FRYERS NEVER LEAVE AN OPERATING FRYER UNATTENDED RESPECT IT! REMEMBER HOT OIL IS DANGEROUS – WARNING – MAINTENANCE WARNING – INSTALLATION • Have your equipment checked regularly to • Locate your fryer in a protected place so insure its safe and properly functioning.
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CARE OF FAT In three to six months you may spend as much for fat A number of commercial devices and materials are as you paid for your kettle. So fat is an item you want available to aid in eliminating fat impurities. There are to know all about;...
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HANDY FRYING CHART TIME IN FOOD COATING PROCEDURE TEMP MINUTES POTATOES Standard French Fries Cut in uniform pieces 1/2” 350° Blanch Only square the long way 350° 3-1/2 Brown Only 350° 3-1/2 Long Branch Cut in uniform pieces 3/4” square the long way 350°...
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Visit our Website at: www.star-mfg.com Email: service@star-mfg.com THOROUGHLY INSPECT YOUR UNIT ON ARRIVAL This unit has been tested for proper operation before leaving our plant to insure delivery of your unit in perfect condition. However, there are instances in which the unit may be damaged in transit. In the event you discover any type of damage to your product upon receipt, you must immediately contact the transportation company who delivered the item to you and initiate your claim with same.
PARTS LIST 404D Counter Gas Fryer MODEL Number Part Number Number Unit Description and Model Designation 2J-Z6452 VALVE, 71-502, NAT 404D NAT 2J-Y9268 VALVE-7000, PROP 404D PROP 2T-Z6007 THERMOSTAT 2R-Z6003 KNOB E4-404033 DRAIN FITTING 2V-Z0112 TUBE, PILOT 2T-Y9266 SAFETY THERMOSTAT...
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PARTS LIST 615FD/630FD Counter Gas Fryer MODEL Number Part Number Number Unit Description and Model Designation 2J-Z6452 VALVE, 71-502, NAT 615FD/630FD NATURAL GAS E6-Z0602 VALVE-7000, PROP 615FD/630FD PROPANE E6-Y9752 SUPPORT MANIFOLD E6-Y9802 SUPPORT BURNER 615FD E6-Y9803 SUPPORT BURNER 630FD 2J-Y9270 THERMOPILE 2R-Z6003 KNOB...
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PARTS LIST 615FD/630FD Counter Gas Fryer MODEL Number Part Number Number Description and Model Designation Unit E6-Y9618 BACK COMBUSTION 615FD E6-Y9820 BACK COMBUSTION 630FD E6-Y9924 INLET PIPE SUPPORT 2K-Y9975 PIPE 3/8 NPT 21" 615FD 2K-Y9976 PIPE 1/2 NPT 21" 630FD E6-630011 BRACKET LEFT 630FD...
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