INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL VF SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS MODELS VF1 VF90 VFD90 VF1D ML-52913 ML-52917 ML-52532 ML-52538 VF1 VULCAN-HART COMPANY, FORM 31158 (May 2000) P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. (502) 778-2791 –1– www.vulcanhart.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND CARE OF VF SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE GENERAL Vulcan-Hart 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.
INSTALLATION Before installing, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the rating plate 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 This fryer was inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment.
The wiring diagram is attached to the fryer. Select the size and type of wire in accordance with the National Electrical Code suitable for carrying the fryer's rated amps and voltage. Use wires suitable for 75°C on fryers carrying more than 80 amps. 1. Bring conduit containing the proper supply wire to the fryer. • Bring the conduit in through the clearance hole in the back and terminate on the terminal block housing mounted in the back of the breaker box. 2.
OPERATION WARNING: THE FRYER AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. BE VERY CAREFUL WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE FRYER. WARNING: SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT MOVE THE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK. CONTROLS - MODEL VF1 (Fig. 1) Power Switch - Turns electric power to the fryer on or off. ON Indicator Light - (RED) Indicates electric power to the fryer is on. HEAT Indicator Light - (AMBER) Indicates the heating elements are supplying heat.
ADDING LIQUID SHORTENING TO THE FRYER Shortening should be between 1-2" (2.5-5 cm) above the top of the heating elements’ surface. Liquid shortening may be used in all fryers. 1. Push power switch to OFF and allow fryer to cool. 2. Remove the fryer basket. 3. Leave the heating elements in the tank and pour 30 - 35 pounds (13.6 - 15.8 kg) of shortening into the fryer tank. 4. Replace the fryer basket(s) inside the tank. 5.
Frying Tips • Pieces of the product to be fried should be about the same size to ensure uniform doneness. • When dealing with raw or wet foods, drain or wipe them dry to minimize splatter when lowering into the hot oil. • Do not overfill baskets. The maximum capacity should be half full. • Carefully lower basket(s) into oil. • When cooking french fries or onion rings, shake the basket several times in a way that does not splatter the shortening.
Siphoning 1. Turn the fryer OFF and allow the shortening to cool. 2. Place the siphon assembly (Fig. 3) so that the short tube rests on the bottom of the tank and the long tube projects down through the hole in the grease trough. 3. Tie the filter bag to the end of the long tube. 4. Provide a metal container of sufficient capacity at the end of the long tube inside the storage compartment. 5. To start the siphoning action, push the stopper inside the bowl closed. 6.
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. Fill the tank with a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner, following the manufacturer's instructions. 3. Turn the fryer on and set the thermostat or temperature controller to a temperature recommended by the manufacturer of the commercial cleaner. 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 THE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK. LUBRICATION The motors in all fryers are permanently lubricated. No lubrication is required.
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