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H14/H17/H22 SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS
CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 Start-Up Procedure
WARNING
The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of
the inherent hazards of operating a hot oil filtering system, particularly the aspects
of oil filtration, draining and cleaning procedures.
DANGER
Never operate the appliance with an empty frypot. The frypot must be filled with
water or cooking oil/shortening before energizing the elements. Failure to do so will
result in irreparable damage to the elements and may cause a fire.
1. Ensure that the power cord(s) is/are plugged into the appropriate receptacle(s). Verify that the
face of the plug is flush with the outlet plate, with no portion of the prongs visible.
2. If this is the first time the fryer is being used after installation, carry out the procedures in
Section 3.2, Boiling-Out the Frypot before continuing with Step 3.
3. Fill the frypot with oil to the bottom OIL LEVEL line located on the rear of the frypot. This will
allow for oil expansion as heat is applied. Do not fill cold oil any higher than the bottom line;
overflow may occur as heat expands the oil.
If solid shortening is used, first raise the elements, then pack solid shortening into the bottom of
the frypot. Lower the elements, and then pack solid shortening around and over the elements.
DANGER
Never set a complete block of solid shortening on top of the heating elements.
When using solid shortening, always pre-melt the shortening before adding it to the
frypot. If the shortening is not pre-melted, it must be packed down between the
elements and the fryer must be started in the melt-cycle mode.
Never cancel the melt-cycle mode when using solid shortening. Doing so will result
in damage to the elements and increase the potential for a flash fire.
4. Ensure that the oil is at the top OIL LEVEL line when the oil is at frying temperature. It may be
necessary to add oil or shortening to bring the level up to the proper mark, after the oil or
shortening has reached frying temperature.
5. Place the fryer into operation.
For units equipped with solid state (analog) controllers, place Power Switch and the Melt Cycle
switch in the ON position. Set the temperature control knob to the desired cooking temperature,
referred to as the setpoint.
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