Brinkmann 815-4001-S owner manual

WARNING

•In the event of rain, snow, hail, sleet or other forms of precipitation while cooking with oil/grease, cover the cooking vessel immediately and turn off the appliance burner and gas supply. Do not attempt to move the appliance or cooking vessel.

•Introduction of water or ice from any source into the oil/grease may cause overflow and severe burns from hot oil and water splatter. When frying with oil/grease, all food products MUST be completely thawed and towel dried before being immersed in the fryer.

•Do not place empty cooking vessel on the appliance while in operation as it could melt. Use caution when placing anything in cooking vessel while the appliance is in operation. Do NOT use lid when heating or cooking with oil.

•Do not move the appliance when in use. Allow the cooking vessel to cool to 115˚F (45˚C) before moving or storing.

•This appliance will be hot during and after use. Use insulated oven mitts or gloves for protection from hot surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids.

•Never use a cooking vessel larger than 30 quarts or one that does not fit within the retaining ring of the fryer stand. Never use a cooking vessel smaller than 12.5” diameter or one that does not come in full contact with temperature shutoff sensor.

•When cooking with oil/grease, have a type BC or ABC fire extinguisher readily available. In the event of an oil/grease fire immediately call the Fire Department. Do not attempt to extinguish with water. A Type BC or ABC fire extinguisher may, in some circumstances, contain the fire.

•Check all gas connections by following directions in the "Gas Leak Testing" section on page 8-9 of this manual. Never test for gas leaks with a lighted match or open flame. Do not operate this fryer with a gas leak.

•Do not store or use gasoline or other liquid/aerosols with flammable vapors in the vicinity of this fryer.

•Storage of this appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance and left outdoors. 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.

•The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the appliance must be used. Replacement pressure regulators and hose assemblies may be purchased by calling

1-800-527-0717. Position propane tank and cooker, as illustrated on page 10, to protect hose from contact with hot surfaces which could create a leak. Never use a hose that shows signs of cracking or damage. Replace hose every two years.

•DO NOT use external electrical sources with this appliance.

•Clean and inspect the hose before each use of the appliance. If there is evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts or leaks, the hose must be replaced prior to the appliance being used. Only use replacement hose # 155-4000-0. This hose can be obtained by contacting The Brinkmann Corporation at 1-800-527-0717. Replace hose at least every two years. Keep the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces.

•The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair your ability to properly assemble or safely operate this appliance. Use caution and common sense.

•This appliance is not intended for and should never be used as a heater.

•Do not use this fryer for other than its intended purpose. Properly dispose of packaging materials.

•Combustion by-products from the use of this product contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

•Children can fall into cooking vessel and drown in even a small amount of liquid. Keep cooking vessel out of reach of children. Do not store cooking vessel with liquid inside.

•Only use replacement/accessory parts manufactured by The Brinkmann Corporation. Repairs should be performed by The Brinkmann Corporation.

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