); a fryer cover; a drain table; a front drain tray; or four casters. NOTE: A Parts List for each Anets Fryer is among the items shipped with each fryer. If an addi- tional copy of this list is needed, please contact the factory as directed on the back cover.
Anets fryers are only for use with the type of gas specified on the spec plate. If a fryer requires modification to use a gas other than that which is identified on the fryer spec plate, contact your Anets representative or call ( 1-603-225-6684.
In addition, fryers equipped with a built-in filter system (Filtronic II or Filter Mate) and/or built-in computer controls (Fri-tronic) have a supplementary manual included for each option. Figure 1. Fryer Model MX-14E Wiring Diagram...
CODE REQUIREMENTS IMPORTANT: Read the Code Requirements d. Restrict the movement of a caster-equipped and the Installation Requirements and Iinstruc- fryer by using a limiting device (for example, a tions carefully, before starting the installation. cable attached both to the fryer and to a fix- Contact the factory 1-603-225-6684 if any...
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Install the fryer in accordance with the preceding 4. Tightly fasten the legs (or casters) to the bot- Code Requirements, as well as the following tom of the fryer using the supplied hardware, to Installation Requirements. prevent the fryer from tipping, wobbling or rocking when it is in its desired location.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) Figure 3. Typical Leg Installation LEG LEVELING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Move the fryer to its desired location. 2. Turn the screw-type leg adjustment ends as necessary to level the fryer, until NO tipping, WARNING rocking, or wobbling is evident. The fryer MUST NOT tip, rock or wob- 3.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) Figure 4. Typical Caster Installation CASTER LEVELING INSTRUC- CASTER LEVELING TIONS INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) Move the fryer to its desired location. Reinsert each bolt through its flatwasher and the fryer mounting bracket; next, place a Determine whether the fryer tends to wobble spacer of the required size on the bolt before or rock when in its desired location.
GAS & ELECTRIC CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS ANETS Installing your Fryer requires the fol- WARNING lowing procedure, after its legs or casters are pro- perly attached and it is in its desired location.
Refer to the Daily Cleaning Procedure, later in this manual. ANETS A. An MX-14E or MX-14AA Fryer is designed for operation with a kettle C. Before servicing and maintenance, allow the filled with approximately 35 to 50 pounds of fryer to cool. ALWAYS shut off electricity liquid shortening.
(Continued) FRYER PREPARATION FOR USE FRYER PREPARATION FOR USE “BOIL OUT” INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) ANETS CAUTION Fryers are cleaned and leak-tested at the factory before shipping. Before using a For a fryer with a built-in filter system, DO newly installed fryer for food preparation, clean the...
FRYER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) ANETS Normal operation of an Fryer requires that the kettle is filled with liquid shortening above the lower indent level, marked on the rear of the kettle, before lighting the fryer’s pilot and turning on the main burner.
FRYER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE NOTE: Shutdown is recommended at the end of 4. Press, and turn, the gas control valve a workday or whenever no frying is required for a knob to align the OFF setting with the valve period of several hours.
NEVER increase the thermostat setting above the recommended setting to reduce the cooking time; this will produce a lower quality product and will cause more rapid shortening breakdown. RECOMMENDED FRYING TIME FOR POTATOES ANETS Frying High Performance French Fries...
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FRYER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) RECOMMENDED FRYING TIME FOR POPULAR FRIED FOODS ANETS Frying Time Food Product High Performance (minutes) Fryer Breaded Foods Calamari 2½ - 3 340° F. Cauliflower, Pre-cooked Cheese Sticks Clams Egg Plant, Pre-cooked Mushrooms 2½ - 3...
Return the fryer to its normal operating loca- extension end, OR if your fryer is equipped tion and reconnect both the gas supply line ANETS with an FiltronicII or Filter and the movement-limiting cable. Plug the electric power cable into its receptacle.
FRYER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) DAILY CLEANING PROCEDURE (Continued) scheduled during the next normal working shift. 12. Return the screen (or, if used, the sediment tray) to its proper position in the kettle. Place the fryer baskets on the basket hanger (or the lifter frame) for this fryer.
FRYER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE All service (repairs or part replacement) must be performed by a qualified Service Agency. PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY 1. Move electrode within 3/16” of Pilot (piezo-electric) 1. Electrode of igniter out of position or pushbutton igniter does dirty/sooty electrode. pilot burner tip.
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FRYER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Pilot flame does not 6. High-limit thermostat problem has shut off (Continued) stay lighted. the gas. (Continued) (Continued) flame stays lit, the high-limit thermostat has failed and must be replaced. CAUTION: DO NOT return the fryer to normal operation with its high-limit thermostat bypassed/disconnected.
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FRYER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Main burners do not 3. POWER switch of fryer not switched 3. Press the POWER switch ON. ignite. (Continued) 4. Gas control valve knob set to OFF or 4. Perform the normal Lighting PILOT.
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FRYER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Liquid shortening does 1. Low gas supply pressure [less than 6” W.C. 1. Measure the gas supply pres- not reach the desired for natural gas; (11” W.C. for propane) sure. temperature for frying. when all other gas-powered equipment is Contact your local gas supplier operating], causing reduced heat from main...
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FRYER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Liquid shortening does 3. Loose knob on thermostat; or thermostat (Continued) not reach the desired requires calibration (temperature setting dif- Recalibrate the thermostat by: temperature for frying. fers by about 10°F from measured shorten- (a) removing the cap on the thermostat control knob;...
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FRYER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY 5. Timer has failed. Basket does not lower, (Continued) (Continued) button to start the timer opera- when the timer control pushbutton is pressed tion. If the basket does not after the timer control lower into the kettle, the timer knob is set to a time has failed and must be...
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FRYER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Basket does not raise, 1. Lifting mechanism or motor has failed. (Continued) If the motor operates, but the after the timer control (Continued) motor shaft is not turning, the knob reaches a timer value of 0 (zero).
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POWER switch/indicator as a unit. NOTE: A Parts List for each Anets Fryers is among the items shipped with each fryer. If an additional copy of this list is needed, please contact the factory as directed on the back...
Limitations of Liability In the event of a warranty or other claim, the sole obligation of Anets, Inc. will be the repair or replacement, at the Company’s option, of the appliance or the component part. This repair or replacement will be at the expense of Anets, Inc. except as limited by this warranty statement. Any repair or replacement under this warranty does not constitute an extension in time to the original warranty.
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In the event of problems with or questions In the event of problems with or questions about about your order, please contact the Anets your equipment, please contact the Anets factory at: Authorized Service and Parts representative (603)-225-6684 World Wide...
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