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J1C, J1X, & J2X MASTER JET SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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DANGER
All connections must be sealed with a joint compound suitable for the gas being
used and all connections must be tested with a solution of soapy water before
lighting any pilots.
Never use matches, candles, or any other ignition source to check for leaks. If gas
odors are detected, shut off the gas supply to the appliance at the main shut-off
valve and immediately contact the local gas company or an authorized service
agency for service.
3. Close the fryer drain valve and fill the frypot with water and boil-out solution to the bottom OIL-
LEVEL line at the rear of the frypot. Light the fryer and perform the boil-out procedures that are
described in the "Lighting Instructions" and "Boiling Out the Frypot" topics found in Chapter 3
of this manual.
DANGER
"Dry-firing" your unit will cause damage to the frypot and can cause a fire. Always
ensure that melted shortening, cooking oil, or water is in the frypot before firing your
unit.
4. The burner manifold pressure should be checked at this time by the local gas company or an
authorized service agent. The tables below indicate the proper burner manifold pressures:
Standard Burner Manifold
Gas Pressure for J1C, J1X, and J2X
Gas Pressure – J1C & J1X Pressure – J2X
Natural
4" W.C.
1.0 kPa
10 mbar
3" W.C.
.75 kPa
7.5 mbar
LP
10" W.C.
2.5 kPa
25 mbar
8.25" W.C.
2.0 kPa
20 mbar
5. Check the thermostat calibration according to the Thermostat Calibration instructions in
Chapter 5.