HGFD45 HOBART HG SERIES GAS FRYERS WITH OR WITHOUT FILTER-IN-A-DRAWER MODELS HGFS25 HGFS35 HGFS45 HGFS65 HGFS85 HGFD25 HGFD35 HGFD45 HGFD65 HGFD85 HGFC35 HGFC45 HGFC65 HGFC85 ML-126410 ML-126411 ML-126412 ML-126413 ML-126414 ML-126415 ML-126416 ML-126417 ML-126418 ML-126419 ML-126420 ML-126421 ML-126422 ML-126423 HGS35F HGS45F HGS65F HGS85F HGD35F HGD45F HGD65F HGD85F HGC35F HGC45F HGC65F HGC85F ML-126952 ML-126955 ML-126958 ML-126961 ML-126953 ML-126956 ML-126959 ML-126962 ML-126954 ML-126957 ML-126960
IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED. THIS INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................. 5 Specifications ........................................................................................................................................... Options and Features ...............................................................................................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont.) HGC Series .................................................................................................................................................... 21 Controls .................................................................................................................................................... 21 Control Guide .....................................................................................................................................
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF MODELS HGS, HGD AND HGC SERIES GAS FRYERS PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Hobart HG Series Gas Fryers are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance of your fryer will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided.
OPTIONS AND FEATURES • Stainless Steel Tank (Standard) • Basket Lift with Timer (D and C series) • Tri-, Twin- or Single-Basket (D and C series) • Manual Pilot or Electronic Ignition (D and C series) • Manual Pilot (S series only) • Filter-Ready (Stand alone fryers only) • Filter-In-A-Drawer (Model numbers ending in F) BATTERY CONFIGURATIONS • Batteries can be configured with any HG Series Fryer or Frymate Dump Station; only one Frymate Dump Station per battery (Fig. 1).
FIELD-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES FACTORY-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES • Casters • Basket Lift* • Twin Baskets • S/S Sides • Tri-Baskets (65 and 85 models only) • Battery Configuration • Single Baskets • Battery Interplumbing (Model numbers ending in F) • Heat Lamp • Electronic Igniter* • Flex Hose 4' (1.2 m) Gas Connection *Not available on S series. • Flex hose S/S 5' (1.
INSTALLATION Before installing the fryer, verify that the type of gas (natural or propane) agrees with the specifications on the fryer data plate, which is located on the inside of the door panel. Ensure the fryer is configured for the proper elevation. UNPACKING This fryer was carefully inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking the fryer, check for possible shipping damage.
LOCATION The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances. Minimum clearance from combustible construction is 6" (15 cm) from the sides and 6" (15 cm) from the back of the fryer. Minimum clearance from noncombustible construction is 0" from the sides and 0" from the back. At least 16" (41 cm) clearance must be between the fryer and any open-top flame units. Adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation must be allowed. The unit may be installed on combustible floors.
ASSEMBLY When installed, the fryer must be restrained to prevent tipping to avoid the splashing of hot liquid. The means of restraint may be the manner of installation, such as connection to a battery of appliances or installing the fryer in an alcove, or by separate means, such as adequate ties. Fryers Mounted on Legs (Non-Batteried Fryers) Fryers serviced from the rear must have a minimum clearance of 18" (46 cm) from the wall when mounted on legs. 1.
GAS CONNECTIONS CAUTION: ALL GAS SUPPLY CONNECTIONS AND ANY PIPE JOINT COMPOUND MUST BE RESISTANT TO THE ACTION OF PROPANE GASES. The gas inlet is located on the lower right rear of the fryer. Codes require that a gas shutoff valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the fryer. The gas supply line must be at least the equivalent of 1/2" iron pipe for single units and 1 1/4" for batteries. If using the optional quick-disconnect flex hose; 3/4" iron pipe for single units, 1 1/4" iron pipe for batteries.
LEVELING FRYER 1. Place a spirit level on top of the fryer after gas connections have been made. 2. Adjust the legs to ensure that the fryer is level front-to-back and side-to side in the final installed position. FLUE CONNECTIONS The fryer must be located under a hood with adequate connection to an exhaust duct. The hood must extend 6" (15 cm) beyond fryer sides.
OPERATION WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. WARNING: SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT MOVE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK. BEFORE FIRST USE • Clean the protective metal oils from all surface parts and the tank interior using a noncorrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner. Follow the cleaner manufacturer's directions.
STARTUP WITH MANUAL PILOT CAUTION: BEFORE TURNING THE BURNERS ON, THE FRY TANK MUST BE FILLED WITH LIQUID OR MELTED SHORTENING. 1. Plug the power cord into an appropriate grounded receptacle and turn the main gas valve on. 2. Fill the fry tank with shortening. If using solid shortening, the fryer must be equipped with a melt cycle. 3. Open access door; push the gas valve extension arm in and turn to OFF (Fig. 5). Wait 5 minutes for the unburned gas to vent. F OF OT PIL ON PL-50579 Fig. 5 4.
STARTUP WITH ELECTRONIC IGNITER CAUTION: BEFORE TURNING THE BURNERS ON, THE FRY TANK MUST BE FILLED WITH LIQUID OR MELTED SHORTENING. 1. Plug the power cord into an appropriate grounded receptacle and turn the main gas valve on. 2. Fill the fry tank with shortening. If using solid shortening, the fryer must be equipped with a melt cycle. 3. Open access door; turn the gas valve extension arm located inside the cabinet door to OFF (Fig. 6). Wait 5 minutes for unburned gas to vent. F OF ON PL-50578 Fig.
HGS SERIES CONTROLS The thermostat controls the temperature of the shortening in the frytank. Turn the knob to set the desired temperature. PL-56429 USING THE FRYER (After Startup) 1. Load basket; do not overfill. See Recommended Basket Capacities on page 30. 2. Carefully lower baskets into the shortening. SHUTDOWN 1. Turn the thermostat knob to OFF. 2. Turn the gas valve extension arm to PILOT (the pilot will continue to burn). 3.
HGD SERIES CONTROLS HGD Series Fryers are equipped with digital controls and a solid state thermostat. P BOIL UP PROGRAM TEMP DOWN PL-56430 Control Guide CONTROL DESCRIPTION Power switch; for turning the fr yer on or off. BOIL P PROGRAM UP DOWN For cleaning pur poses when the fr yer is filled with water. Temperature is maintained at approxmiately 192°F (89°C). For entering and exiting the program mode. For scrolling through program parameters. Raises and lowers left fr y basket (optional).
PROGRAMMING Temperature, time and other parameters must be set before operating. Once these parameters are set, the fryer can be operated at the touch of a button. Press P to enter the program mode and scroll through the parameters. If the Parameter Lock feature is on, LoC is displayed in the window and program entry cannot be accessed. To access the program mode while LoC is on, press within 6 seconds of pressing UP UP DOWN DOWN P . To turn the Parameter Lock feature off, see Program Guide below.
Melt Options (HGD Series) When using solid shortening in the fryer, the CY S (solid shortening) option must be used. Solid shortening must be gently warmed to a liquid state before heating to frying temperatures. Melting solid shortening without using this option will damage the fry tank and scorch the shortening. The controller has three options for bring shortening up to temperature: CY L (Liquid shortening) - For slowly bringing liquid shortening up to temperature.
USING THE FRYER (After Startup) Models Without Basket Lift Option 1. Load the fry basket(s); do not overfill. See Recommended Basket Capacities on page 30. 2. Carefully lower basket(s) into shortening. to start the left timer. Press 3. Press to start the right timer. 4. When the timer times out, a beeper sounds. Press silence the left timer beeper. Press to silence the right timer beeper. Models With Basket Lift Option 1. Place the fry basket(s) on the lift arm. 2.
HGC SERIES CONTROLS HGC Series Fryers have a microprocessor (computer) thermostat and timer. OIL TEMP 1 2 3 4 5 P 6 7 8 9 0 BOIL PROGRAM 12 9 3 6 TIMER PL-56431 Control Guide CONTROL DESCRIPTION Power switch; for turning the fr yer on or off. For setting fr y temperature. For viewing actual shor tening temperature and set temperature. OIL TEMP P For entering and exiting the program mode. PROGRAM 1 Through 0 For selecting program parameters. For star ting timers 1 through 0.
PROGRAMMING Temperature, time and other parameters must be set before operating. Follow the Program Guide to configure the fryer to your particular operation. Programming Guide Press P to enter into the program mode, then follow the steps under each parameter to enter the desired information. To exit the parameter and save changes, press completely, press P Fahrenheit or Celsius STEPS LEFT DISPLAY RIGHT DISPLAY SELECT OPTIONS DEGREES F or C F or C to select Fahrenheit or Celsius.
Programming Guide (cont.) PARAMETER STEPS Press LEFT DISPLAY 0 Press RIGHT DISPLAY SELECT OPTIONS ENGLISH (Factory Default) LANGUAGE 4 Language Press Press P Press 0 to select a language. ENGLISH/ESPANOL FRANCAIS/DEUTSCH HOLLAND when complete. PROGRAM SELECT Press NO MELT/LIQUID/SOLID 5 Melt Options Press Recovery Time OPTIONS Press P Press 0 to select melt options (see Melt Options). NO MELT/LIQUID/SOLID when complete.
Melt Options (HGC Series) When using solid shortening in the fryer, the SOLID melt option must be used. Solid shortening must be gently warmed to a liquid state before heating to frying temperatures. Melting solid shortening without using this option will damage the fry tank and scorch the shortening. The controller has three options for bring shortening up to temperature.
TEMPERATURE AND TIME PROGRAMMING Temperature 1. Press P 2. Press OIL TEMP 3. Press to enter program mode. PROGRAM is displayed in the window. to enter temperature mode. 000°F and TEMP are displayed in the window. through 1 0 to enter desired fry temperature. The fry temperature is displayed in the window. 4. Press P to exit the temperature mode. Press again to exit program mode completely.
Timers 6 through P 1. Press 2. Press : and enter the program mode. PROGRAM is displayed in the window. 12 9 0 . The LED's on timers 3 6 6 through 0 are lit and SELECT PRODUCT is displayed in the window. 3. To select a timer, press one of the lit timer numbers; CK# 00:00 and TIME are displayed in the window. 4. Enter the desired time using keys P entering the time, press on timers 6 through 0 1 through 0 . The time is displayed in the window.
Setting Advanced Time Features 1. Press 2. Press P and enter the program mode. 12 9 3 6 for timers 1 through 5 , or press 12 9 for timers 3 6 6 through 0 . The LEDs are lit on the timers available for programming, and SELECT PRODUCT is displayed in the window. 3. Select a timer; the programmed time is displayed in the window. A. Duty Time : 1) Press either arrow on 12 9 3 6 ; DT# 00:00 is displayed in the window.
Time Programming Quick Chart P Press 12 Press timers to enter the program mode 9 3 6 1 to for Press 5 timers 12 9 for 3 6 6 to 0 Select a Timer Press P continue to Enter Time Using Exit Program to P P P 1 Press 0 12 9 3 6 Set DUTY Time Press 12 9 3 6 Set HOLD Time Press 12 9 3 6 Select COMP or STRAIGHT – 28 –
USING THE FRYER (After Startup) Models Without Basket Lift Option 1. Load the fry basket(s); do not overfill. See Recommended Basket Capacities on page 30. 2. Carefully lower basket(s) into shortening. 3. Press the desired number to start the timer. Timers 6 through 0 1 through 5 are for the left basket and are for the right basket. 4. When the timer(s) time out, a beeper sounds, REMOVE # is displayed in the window and the timer number flashes. Press the flashing timer number to silence the beeper.
FRYING GUIDELINES (All Models) • Heat shortening to set temperature. • Fry pieces of product that are about the same size together. • Drain or wipe dry raw or wet foods to minimize splatter when lowering into the hot shortening. • Keep shortening between the MIN and MAX lines. Shortening will expand when heated; do not fill the fry tank past the MAX line. • Add fresh shortening as needed. Fry Basket Guidelines • Shake the basket gently to avoid splattering the shortening.
DAILY FILTERING WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. Filtering Guidelines (All Models) • Stand alone fryers are available in filter-ready and non-filter-ready versions. • Battery interplumbing is available only on fryers equipped with Filter-In-A-Drawer. • A cold fryer will not drain properly. Always filter shortening in a liquid state. The shortening under the cold zone area will remain hard, even if the heat is on for a few minutes.
Battery Interplumbing (Available Only on Filter-In-A-Drawer Models) A battery of fryers equipped with optional interplumbing connects the fry tanks to a common drain. Each tank has an individual drain valve. Only one tank can be filtered at a time. Instructions for the Filter-InA-Drawer are covered in a separate manual. Follow the instructions accordingly. Filtering Procedures (Non-Filter-Ready Fryers) 1. Shut down the fryer. 2. Slowly remove basket(s). 3.
HIGH LIMIT DEVICE (All Models) If the shortening becomes overheated, a high-temperature shutoff device will close the gas valve off and extinguish the pilot. DO NOT relight the pilot until the shortening temperature is below 300°F (149°C). If this situation persists, contact your local Hobart Service office. DRAIN INTERLOCK (HGD and HGC Series) Prevents the burners from operating when the drain valve is open.
Weekly or As Required 1. Drain shortening. NOTE: Fryers equipped with Filter-In-A-Drawer are covered in a separate instruction manual. Follow the instructions accordingly. 2. Flush out scraps and sediment with a small amount of warm shortening. 3. Allow the tank to drain thoroughly. 4. Close the drain valve and fill the tank with a noncorrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. 5. Boil the solution for 15 to 20 minutes.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. WARNING: SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT MOVE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK. Fryers should be kept on a regulator preventive maintenance schedule. Contact your local Hobart Service office for details. LUBRICATION Motors used on basket lifts are permanently lubricated. VENT When the fryer is cool, inspect annually.
ALARMS AND ERROR MESSAGES (HGD and HGC Series) Pilot Out - If the pilot is out, the control displays the following message: HGD Series - FIrE OUt HGC Series - PILOT OUT If no action is taken after 90 seconds an alarm sounds continuously, the heat demand is disabled and any running cooking cycles are cancelled.