IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please complete this information and retain this manual for the life of the equipment: Model #: ___________________________ Serial #: ___________________________ Date Purchased: ___________________ Installation and Operation Manual For Gas Fryer NO OPTION/STAND ALONE Covering Model VF35 1 L20-418 Rev 0 9/13
TO THE PURCHASER, OWNER AND STORE MANAGER Please review these warnings prior to posting them in a prominent location for reference TO THE PURCHASER Post in a prominent location the instructions to be followed in the event that an operator smells gas. Obtain this information from your local gas supplier. FOR YOUR PROTECTION DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
NOTICE In the event of problems or questions about your order, contact the Pitco Frialator factory at (603) 225-6684. In the event of problems or questions about your equipment, contact the Pitco Frialator Authorized Service and Parts representative (ASAP) covering your area, or contact Pitco at the numbers listed above. MAILING ADDRESS Pitco Frialator P.O.
Table of Contents NOTICE .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Checking And Unpacking Your New Appliance ................................................
INSTALLATION Checking And Unpacking Your New Appliance Your new Pitco appliance has been carefully packed into one crate. Every effort has been made to ensure that it is delivered to you in perfect condition. Pitco does not assume responsibility for damage or loss incurred in transit. 1. Upon Delivery, inspect for visible shipping damage in the presence of the trucking operator. If something appears damaged, file a claim for damages regardless of extent. 2. Unpack and inspect unit for damage.
Leveling The Fryer – Legs/Casters CAUTION To prevent equipment damage and/or personal injury, do not tilt the appliance onto any two of its casters or legs, or pull the appliance by the splash back. WARNING This appliance must be installed with the legs or casters provided by the manufacturer. WARNING DO NOT perform leveling procedure when appliance is in operation or full of hot liquids. Serious injury could result. When you receive your appliance it is completely assembled with legs or optional casters.
Gas Connection Your fryer will give you peak performance when the gas supply line is of sufficient size to provide the correct gas flow. The gas line must be installed to meet the local building codes or National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 Latest Edition. In Canada, install the fryer in accordance with CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 and local codes.
Ventilation And Fire Safety Systems Your new appliance must have proper ventilation to function safely and properly. Exhaust gas temperatures can reach as high as 1100 °F (593 °C). Therefore, it is very important to install a fire safety system. Your ventilation system should be designed to allow for easy cleaning. Frequent cleaning and proper maintenance of the ventilation system and the appliance will reduce the chances of fire.
Lighting Instructions a. b. c. d. e. Fill kettle before lighting. Turn combination gas valve knob to “PILOT” position. Depress valve knob and light pilot. With pilot burning, hold knob depressed for 60 seconds. Release knob, pilot should remain lit. DO NOT TURN COMBINATION GAS VALVE KNOB TO THE “ON” POSITION UNTIL VESSEL IS FULL OF WATER OR SHORTENING. TURNING THE KNOB TO “ON” WITH VESSEL EMPTY WILL DAMAGE THE VESSEL OR COMPONENTS AND VOID WARRANTY.
Weekly Fryer Cleaning This cleaning should include a complete draining of the fryer and a boil out. a. You will need a container large enough to hold 1 1/2 times the oil in one tank. This container should also be able to withstand 4000 F oil temperatures. b. Shut fryer gas system OFF completely before performing procedures to ensure unit does not come on during any part of the cleaning operation. c. Drain the oil from the fryer and discard or save for reuse.
Thermostat Calibration Millivolt thermostats a. Set the thermostat dial to 325o F. b. Remove the thermostat dial by pulling the knob straight out. DO NOT rotate the dial. c. Hold the outside of the shaft so it does not move. Use the tip of a small, flat tip screw driver to scrape away the sealing compound from the adjustment screw. d. Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to lower the temperature setting and counterclockwise to raise the temperature.
In the event of problems with or questions about your order, please contact the Pitco Frialator factory at: (603)-225-6684 World Wide Website Address: www.pitco.com In the event of problems with or questions about your equipment, please contact the Pitco Frialator Authorized Service and Parts representative (ASAP) covering your area, or contact Pitco at the number listed to the left. MAILING ADDRESS – P.O.
