MODEL #700-701 BAYOU FRYER ™ OWNER’S MANUAL Safety Aler ts, Assembly & Operating Instr uctions General Maintenance & Storage This Instruction Manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of this appliance. Carefully read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using this appliance.
CONTENTS Warnings & Dangers 1-8 Assembly Instructions 9 Thermometer Testing and Attachment 10 Positioning the Fryer 16 Lighting Instructions 17 Re-igniting Burner; Turning off the Fryer 18 19 Regulator Hose Asssembly 13 How to Determine Proper Amount of Oil for Cooking Connecting Regulator Hose Assembly to Burner 13 Frying Instructions 20 - 21 Cooking Oil: Important Facts to Know 21 - 22 Connecting Regulator Hose Assembly to LP Gas Cylinder 14 Care and Storage Maintenance 22 - 23 Tr
NOTE TO CONSUMER This LP Gas Cooker is a specialized high pressure gas appliance having greater heat output than traditional kitchen stoves. It is referred to as fryer and appliance in this manual and on warning tags. Same as a kitchen stove, this appliance does not have automatic thermostat controls so must be attended and monitored at all times during use. This appliance is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY, providing multiple cooking options such as frying fish, chicken, french fries, hushpuppies, onions and wings.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS WARNING This fryer does not have automatic thermostat controls. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion which could cause property damage, personal injury or death! ALWAYS operate in a clear open area away from buildings, trees and shrubs. NEVER use on decks, boats or any combustible surface! OUTDOOR USE ONLY! Do not operate inside patios, garages or carports. NEVER place flammable or combustible materials within 25-ft of fryer.
WARNING • This fryer is a high pressure gas appliance for OUTDOOR USE ONLY. • This fryer does not have automatic thermostat controls so must be attended and monitored at all times during oil heat up and frying. • If having any doubts or concerns about your ability to use this appliance call 800-864-6194. • Should you still have concerns about operating this appliance, then do not use. Contact your dealer for return and refund.
WARNING COOKING WITH OIL OR GREASE • This fryer does not have automatic thermostat controls so must be attended and monitored at all times during oil heat up and frying. • Lid must be open during oil heat up and frying. Closing the lid when frying greatly increases the potential of over-heating the oil to ignition and fire. • When cooking with oil/grease, a thermometer must be used. Follow instructions in this manual for proper installation and use of the provided frying thermometer.
DANGER IF OIL OR GREASE FIRE OCCURS In the event of an oil/grease fire, do not attempt to extinguish with water. Immediately call your local Fire Department. A Type BC or ABC dry chemical fire extinguisher may in some cases contain the fire. If a fire occurs INSIDE THE FRYER VESSEL follow these steps. • Turn off gas supply. • Wearing a protective glove, close the lid. DO NOT re-open lid as the oil/grease fire could re-ignite. Allow fryer to cool down to 115˚F (45˚C) before opening lid.
WARNING THERMOMETER & OIL TEMPERATURE • This gas appliance does not have automatic thermostat controls so must be attended and thermometer monitored at all times during use. • When cooking with oil or grease, a thermometer MUST be used for reasonable temperature reading. Follow instructions for proper testing, installation and use of the provided thermometer on page 10 in this manual. • Test thermometer before each use.
WARNING LP GAS CYLINDER • Use only a 20 pound LP Gas Cylinder or smaller with a protective collar. Never use with natural gas. • LP (propane) gas is colorless, tasteless, heavier than air, and is both flammable and explosive. Combustion of propane consumes oxygen and produces carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas. Therefore, never operate an outdoor gas appliance inside a building or confined area where ventilation may be restricted. Make sure the LP cylinder and the appliance are placed in an open area.
WARNING GENERAL OPERATING - CONTINUED • Even when burner is set at a low flame, never leave the fryer unattended. Cooking oil/grease will heat up quickly and ignite at 550˚F to 700˚F (287˚C to 371˚C). • Should the burner flame go out during use, turn all gas valves off. Wait 5 minutes for gas to evacuate before re-lighting. See instructions in this manual for correct procedures. • Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR COOKER. Inspect contents in the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged. FOR MISSING PARTS OR ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CALL 1-800-864-6194 M-F 8am - 5pm CST. Proof of purchase will be required.
THERMOMETER TEST INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Always use a thermometer when frying any food products. A thermometer is a sensitive measuring device which may not work properly if dropped, bent, or twisted. Always check to be sure thermometer is working properly before frying. There is a simple way to test a thermometer. 1. Insert thermometer stem into boiling water. 2. While wearing protective gloves, hold your thermometer by the dial and insert stem into boiling water.
LP GAS CYLINDER SPECIFICATIONS DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor. Using it in an enclosed space can kill you. Never use this appliance in an enclosed space such as a camper, tent, car or home. WARNING LP GAS CYLINDER (NOT SUPPLIED WITH THIS APPLIANCE) The LP (Liquid Propane) gas cylinder specifically designed to be used with this fryer must have a 20 lb (9.
WARNING • Turn off the cylinder valve when your fryer is not in use. • Handle the LP gas cylinder with care. • Always secure the LP gas cylinder in an upright position. • Never connect an unregulated LP gas cylinder to your fryer. • DO NOT expose LP gas cylinders to excessive heat or ignition sources. Cylinder Valve Store upright with Protective Cap CLOSED • DO NOT store a spare LP gas cylinder near your fryer.
REGULATOR HOSE ASSEMBLY Regulator Valve TYPE-1 Connector Coupling Nut Your fryer is equipped with a Type-1 connection device with the following features: 1. The system will not allow gas flow from the cylinder until a positive connection to the cylinder valve has been made. NOTE: The cylinder valve must be turned off (clockwise) before any connection is made or removed. For connection to LP Gas Cylinder 2.
WARNING Insure the cylinder valve is CLOSED (valve turned clockwise) prior to connecting the LP gas cylinder to your fryer. Turn brass valve on the regulator clockwise to properly close the flow of gas. Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the supply hose safety tags. Read and follow all warnings in this manual concerning the safe use of LP gas cylinders and the regulator hose assembly, before connecting cylinder to fryer. Read and follow all warnings on the LP gas cylinder.
GAS LEAK TEST INSTRUCTIONS Note: The gas leak test must be performed in an area that has adequate lighting in order to see if bubbles are developing. DO NOT use a flashlight to check for bubbbles. 1. Create a mixture of 50% water and 50% liquid dishwashing soap. 2. Turn the gas cylinder valve to the OFF position (clockwise). Then turn regulator control valve to OFF position (clockwise). 3. To turn ON the fuel supply, turn the cylinder valve knob one turn counter-clockwise.
PRE-COOKING CHECK LIST WARNING DO NOT operate this appliance until you have read and understand ALL of the warnings and instructions in this manual. Property damage, bodily harm, severe burns and death could result from failure to follow these safety steps. These steps should be performed after the fryer has been assembled, stored, moved, cleaned, or repaired. 1. Insure that the fryer is properly assembled and connected to propane cylinder. 2.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY: Keep head, hair and face away from exhaust vent when lighting. A flash flame can emit from the exhaust vent during initial burner lighting, igniting hair and clothing. Follow these instructions exactly. Read and follow all warnings and instructions in this manual before using your fryer. 1. Make sure the regulator valve and cylinder valve are in the OFF positions. 2.
HOW TO REIGNITE BURNER ON FRYER 1. If burner flame does NOT ignite immediately, or is accidentally extinguished, turn the valve on LP Gas Cylinder clockwise to OFF. Then turn regulator valve clockwise to OFF position. Wait 5 minutes for gas to evacuate before re-lighting. Always use caution when re-lighting as appliance frame and oil will be hot. Light BURNER HERE 2. Follow steps 1-5 on previous page, to reignite burner.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions contained in this manual. DO NOT skip any of the warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual. • Make sure fryer is positioned at least 10-ft from all combustible materials including building overhangs and tree branches. Follow Positioning Instructions on page 16. • Check for gas leaks. Follow Gas Leak Testing instructions on page 14 - 15.
FRYING INSTRUCTIONS (Read pages 21 - 22 about Cooking Oil) WARNING This appliance does not have automatic thermostat controls so must be attended and monitored at all times during use. When cooking with oil/grease, the thermometer provided must be used to monitor temperature. Oil/grease heated above 400˚F (200˚C) will ignite and catch fire causing property damage, personal injury or death. NOTE: Optimum frying temperature range is 325˚F to 350˚F (163˚C to 177˚C). 1.
WARNING Regardless of thermometer reading, if the oil/grease starts to smoke, turn OFF fuel supply to the burner and STOP COOKING IMMEDIATELY. This indicates the thermometer is not working properly. Discard the thermometer and call 1-800-864-6194 M-F 8am - 5pm CST for assistance. Replacement thermometer Model #5070. 9. When frying is complete, first turn off gas supply at the cylinder valve, then close regulator valve. 10. Wearing protective gloves, carefully remove baskets from oil.
Eventually, burning cooking oil will self extinguish. Actual burn out time does vary but on average: • • A 12" skillet with 1/2" deep cooking oil will self extinguish in about 5 - 7 minutes after first flame emits. A cooking vessel with 3- gallons of cooking oil will self extinguish in about 20 - 25 minutes after first flame emits. Either way a very large flame is raging long enough to spread fire to any combustible structure that it touches. Another well known point is that cooking oil can be re-used.
STORAGE OF FRYER 1. Store fryer in a dry place. Do not store outside exposed to weather. Storage of a gas appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected. If storing fryer indoors, detach and leave LP cylinder outdoors. LP cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must NOT be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area. 2.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Burner lights but the flame remains very small Rapid gas flow from propane tank activates EXCESS FLOW safety device Repeat lighting instructions and be certain to S-L-O-W-L-Y open cylinder valve one full turn, then S-L-O-W-L-Y open regulator valve to light burner Burner will not light Blockage in burner tube from spider webs, insects, dirt dobbers and debris Disconnect hose from burner.
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