INSTALLATION
NOTE: DO NOT discard
the carton or other packing
materials until you have
inspected the appliance for
hidden damage and tested it
for proper operation.
Refer to SHIPPING DAMAGE
CLAIM PROCEDURE on the
inside front cover of this
manual.
WARNING:
FIRE HAZARD
Do not store gasoline or
any other flammable or
combustible material near this
appliance.
The area where the fryer is
installed must be kept clear of
combustibles and flammables.
This includes mops, rags,
grease, wrapping paper and
electric cords.
Installation and startup must
be performed by a Wells
Manufacturing Authorized
Service Agency.
IMPORTANT:
Certain jurisdictions require
fryers to be restrained with a
TETHER or other approved
restraint device. It is the
responsibility of the installer
to check with the AUTHORITY
HAVING JURISDICTION in
order to ascertain the applicability
of this requirement
to
THIS SPECIFIC INSTALLATION.
Installer must complete the
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
and FRYER CHECKOUT
form, and record the details of
the particular installation on
the CUSTOMER SERVICE
DATA form in this manual.
UNPACKING & INSPECTION
Carefully remove the appliance from the carton. Remove all
protective plastic film, packing materials and accessories from the
appliance before connecting performing any installation procedure.
Carefully read all instructions in this manual and the Installation
Instruction Sheet packed with the appliance before starting any
installation.
Read and understand all labels and diagrams attached to the
appliance.
Carefully account for all components and accessories before
discarding packing materials. Store all accessories in a convenient
place for later use.
COMPONENTS
1 ea. FILTER RESERVOIR
1 ea. FILTER LEAF
4 ea. OIL FILTER SUCTION TUBE O-RINGS
1 ea. LIFT CRADLE
1 ea. FRY BASKET
ACCESSORIES
1 ea. LITERATURE PACKAGE
1 pk. FILTER POWDER
2 ea. HIGH TEMPERATURE BRUSHES
1 ea. CLEANOUT DOWEL (wood rod)
SETUP
It is the responsibility of the installer to verify that this fryer installation is
in compliance with local code authorities and with the specifications
listed in this manual.
Certain local or state codes require fryers to be restrained with a tether
or other approved restraint device. It is the responsibility of the installer
to check with the authority having jurisdiction, in order to ascertain the
applicability of this requirement to this specific fryer installation.
Setup the FRYER only on a firm, level surface. Clearances from all
combustible and non-combustible construction is 1” minimum. The
area around the fryer must be kept clear of combustibles.
LEVELING: Verify that the fryer sits firmly ON BOTH CASTERS AND
ON BOTH LEGS. With a spirit level, check that the fryer is level front-
to-back and side-to-side. With the adjustable legs, adjust as required
to level the fryer.
DO NOT obstruct the flow of the two exhaust flues (item 14) at the
top rear of the fryer. It is especially critical that gas supply piping and
electrical supply cord and/or receptacle be routed away from the path
of the hot combustion fumes.
This fryer must be installed and operated under a ventilation hood
conforming to all applicable local codes. Combustion fumes must be
vented in accordance with local codes.
Cooking and cleaning functions require unobstructed access. The
frypot, control panel and front access panel must be maintained free
from obstructions. The rear access panel must be accessible for
maintenance.
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