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3.4 Draining and Manual Filtering of Fryers without Built-In Filtration
NOTE: For fryers with built-in filtration, refer to Chapter 4.
DANGER
Allow oil/shortening to cool to 100ºF (38ºC) or lower before draining into an
appropriate container for disposal.
For safe, convenient draining and disposal of used cooking oil or shortening, DEAN recommends
using the Frymaster Shortening Disposal Unit (SDU). The SDU is available through your local
distributor.
1. Turn the fryer POWER switch to the OFF position. Screw the drainpipe (provided with your
fryer) into the drain valve. Make sure the drainpipe is firmly screwed into the drain valve and
that the opening is pointing down.
2. Position a metal container under the drainpipe. The container must be able to withstand the heat
of the cooking oil and have a sealing lid. If you intend to reuse the oil or shortening, DEAN
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.
3. Open the drain valve slowly to avoid splattering. If the drain valve becomes clogged with food
particles, use the Fryer’s Friend (clean-out rod) to clear the blockage.
DANGER
DO NOT insert anything into the drain from the front to unclog the valve. Hot
oil/shortening will rush out, creating an extreme hazard.
WARNING
DO NOT hammer on the drain valve with the cleanout rod. This will damage the
drain valve ball and prevent the valve from sealing securely, resulting in a leaky
valve.
4. After draining the oil/shortening, clean all food particles and residual oil/shortening from the
frypot. BE CAREFUL! This material may still cause severe burns if it comes in contact with
bare skin.
5. Close the drain valve securely and fill the frypot with clean, filtered or fresh cooking oil or
melted shortening to the bottom OIL LEVEL line.
3.5 Shut-Down
1. When shutting down at the end of the day, filter the oil or shortening in all fryers and drain the
filter lines. Press the POWER switch to the OFF position and allow the fryer to cool. Clean
exposed surfaces of the fryer and cover the frypots.