INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL ERD/ERC SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS MODELS MANUFACTURED AFTER AUGUST 2003 WITH TDI CONTROLLERS ERD50 ERD85 ML-135541 ML-135543 ERC50 ERC85 ML-135545 ML-135547 ERO15 ERO21 ML-135548 ML-135549 VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL.
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Installation, Operation and Care of MODEL ERD/ERC SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Vulcan ERD/ERC Series Electric Fryers are available in 2 sizes with an array of features and options for a range of commercial fryer applications. Model KW Width Inches / cm Fry Compound Lb / kg ERD/ERC50 17 151/2 / 39 45-50 / 20-23 ERD/ERC85 24 21 / 53 85-100 / 39-45 Voltage ranges are: 208/240, 3 Phase 220/380, 3 Phase, 4 Wire 240/415, 3 Phase, 4 Wire 480, 3 Phase.
ER Series Fryer — Features Model ERD50 ERD85 ERC50 ERC85 Fat Melt Cycle Thermostat Basket Lift(s) Std. Solid State Digital Display Opt. Std. Computer Opt. Basket(s) Twin Single Tri Std. Opt. N/A Std. Opt. Opt. Std. Opt. N/A Std. Opt. Opt. ER Series Fryer — Construction Features Model Filter Ready ERD50/ERC50 ERD85/ERC85 Opt. (Use MF50) Opt. (Use MF85) Battery Configuration Opt. Opt. Battery Interplumbing Opt. Opt.
Field Installable Accessories Casters Twin Baskets Single Baskets Tri Baskets (ER85 only) Heat Lamp S/S Vat Cover Batter Tray Tank Skimmer Tank Scoop Factory Installed Only Fat Melt Basket Lift S/S Tank S/S Sides Battery Configuration Battery Interplumbing ERO SERIES FRYMATE (Dump Station) Model ERO Frymate Dump Station can be configured in batteries with fryers in either 151/2" (39 cm)or 21" (53 cm) width.
INSTALLATION Before installing the fryer, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the fryer data plate which is located on the inside of the door panel. If the supply and equipment requirements do not agree, do not proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or Vulcan-Hart Company immediately. UNPACKING Immediately after unpacking the fryer, check for possible shipping damage.
Fig. 1 LEVELING Place a carpenter's level on top of the fryer and level the fryer front-to-back and side-to-side by turning the adjustable legs or casters. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL CODES. WARNING: DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY TO THE MACHINE AND FOLLOW LOCKOUT/TAGOUT PROCEDURES.
OPERATION WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, 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 Fryer and Heating Elements Do not operate fryer without frying compound or water solution in the tank.
ADDING SOLID SHORTENING If replacing shortening, place the block of shortening in the room with the fryer for 1 to 2 hours before using. This will soften the shortening and make it easier to divide. CAUTION: Failure to remove crumb screens prior to addition of fresh shortening may cause heating elements to overheat, allowing shortening to reach flashpoint. After draining shortening, allow the tank to cool down before adding all new shortening to avoid scorching new shortening.
ERD SERIES (MANUFACTURED AFTER AUGUST 2003 WITH TDI CONTROLLERS) CONTROLS — Control Guide — Power switch; for turning the fryer on or off. — For cleaning purposes when the fryer 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.
PROGRAMMING (CONTINUED) window and program entry cannot be accessed. To access the program mode while LoC is on, press within 6 seconds of pressing . To turn the Parameter Lock feature off, see Program Guide below. NOTE: If the proper sequence is not entered within 6 second, the control will exit the program entry mode. Programming Guide Once in the program mode, the parameters are displayed in the order listed below. To exit the program for approximately 2 seconds.
Melt Options (ERD 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. 2. Carefully lower basket(s) into shortening. 3. Press to start the left timer. Press to start the right timer. 4. When the timer times out, a beeper sounds. Press to silence the left timer beeper. Press to silence the right timer beeper. Models With Basket Lift Option 1. Load the fry basket(s); do not overfill. 2. Place the fry basket(s) on the lift arm. 3. Press to lower the left basket.
ERC SERIES (MANUFACTURED AFTER AUGUST 2003 WITH TDI CONTROLLERS) CONTROLS — Control Guide Through — Power switch; for turning the fryer on or off. — For setting fry temperature. For viewing shortening temperature and set temperature. — For entering and exiting the program mode. — For selecting program parameters. For setting timers 1 through 0. For entering temperature and time values. — For toggling through the selections under program parameters.
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 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 . To exit the program again. NOTE: To use set back parameter, the fryer must be supplied with basket lifts.
Programming Guide (Cont.) PARAMETER Language Melt Options Recovery Time Filter STEPS LEFT DISPLAY Press SELECT Press ENGLISH (Factory Default) LANGUAGE Press to select a language. ENGLISH/ESPANOL FRANCAIS/DEUTSCH HOLLAND Press when complete. PROGRAM Press SELECT Press NO MELT/LIQUID/SOLID Press to select melt options. (See Melt Options) NO MELT/LIQUID/SOLID Press when complete. PROGRAM Press SELECT Press RECOVERY* Press when complete.
Melt Options (GRC 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 heating elements and scorch the shortening. The controller has three options for bring shortening up to temperature.
TEMPERATURE AND TIME PROGRAMMING Temperature 1. Press to enter program mode. PROGRAM is displayed in the window. to enter temperature mode. 000°F and TEMP are displayed in the window. 2. Press 3. Press through to enter desired fry temperature. The fry temperature is displayed in the window. 4. Press to exit the temperature mode. Press again to exit program mode completely. Time There are ten timers with advanced timing features on the ERC fryer for setting fry times on multiple products.
Advanced Time Features Each timer has additional timing functions that can be programmed to fit your particular operation. • DUTY TIME - Notifies the operator during a fry cycle to perform a particular task (shake a basket, flip a product, etc.). When the remaining cook time is the same as the Duty time, a beeper sounds and DUTY # displays in the window. Press the flashing timer number to silence the beeper. The beeper cancels after 5 seconds if not silenced.
USING THE FRYER (After Startup) Models Without Basket Lift Option 1. Load the fry basket(s), do not overfill. 2. Carefully lower basket(s) into shortening. through 3. Press the desired number to select the product to be timed. Timers programmed for products. Once the product is selected, select or are button to start timing of the product on the left or right side of the fryer. 4. When the timer(s) time out, a beeper sounds, REMOVE # is displayed in the window and the timer number flashes.
EXTENDED SHUTDOWN 1. Drain the fryer. 2. Press the power switch off. 3. Unplug the fryer. FRYING (All Models) Heat shortening to set temperature. Pieces of product to be fried should be about the same size to ensure the same doneness. Drain or wipe dry raw or wet foods to minimize splatter when lowering into the hot oil. Do not overfill baskets.
DAILY FILTERING Fryers Without Filter Ready Options Turn power switch off when draining or filling. Always filter the shortening while liquified. A cold fryer will not drain properly because the shortening under the cold zone tube area will remain hard, even if the heat is on for a few minutes. If necessary, the clean-out rod may be used to carefully stir up hard fat to an area above the cold zone (see Fig. 2) where it will melt. After the cold zone is liquified, turn the fryer thermostat off.
Battery Interplumbing (Optional) A battery of fryers equipped with optional interplumbing connects the fry tanks to a common drain. Each tank has an individual drain valve; these should only be opened one at a time. Always be sure you have adequate container capacity before opening the drain; monitor draining process. After oil has filtered into the mobile filter, it is pumped back to the individual tank by (1) closing the drain valve, and (2) opening the valve on the return line (Fig. 4).
CLEANING (CONTINUED) Weekly or as Required 1. Once the shortening has been drained, flush out scraps and sediment with a small amount of warm shortening. Allow the tank to drain thoroughly. 2. Close the drain valve and fill the tank with a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner, following the manufacturer's instructions. 3. Add commercial boil out solution. 4. Set the thermostat at a temperature to 198°F (88°C) and bring the solution to a simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes.
TROUBLESHOOTING ALARMS AND ERROR MESSAGES Open Probe - If an open probe is detected, the heat demand is disabled and any running cooking cycles are cancelled. All operator buttons are disabled. The control displays the following message: ERD Models - Prob ERC Models - OPEN PROBE The alarm sounds continuously until the fault clears or the fryer is turned off, then back on. If the problem persists, call service.
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. LUBRICATION Motors used on basketlifts are permanently lubricated.
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NOTES FORM 35611 (08-03) — 28 — PRINTED IN U.S.A.
