Introduction, General, Safety Information

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

1.1General

Read the instructions in this manual thoroughly before attempting to operate this equipment. This manual covers all configurations of models MH14 and BIMH14 fryers built since September, 2001. Models designated MH14 do not have built-in filtration systems. Models designated BIH14 are equipped with FootPrint III built-in filtration systems.

H14 Series fryers feature deep cold-zones and easy to clean, open frypots with tilt-up elements. The fryers are controlled by multi-product cooking computers or optional thermostat controllers. Fryers in this series come in full or split-pot arrangements, and can be purchased as single units or grouped in batteries of up to five fryers.

1.2Safety Information

Before attempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly.

Throughout this manual, you will find notations enclosed in double-bordered boxes similar to the ones below.

CAUTION

CAUTION boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in a malfunction of your system.

WARNING

WARNING boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in damage to your system, and which may cause your system to malfunction.

DANGER

DANGER boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in injury to personnel, and which may cause damage to your system and/or cause your system to malfunction.

Fryers in this series are equipped with automatic safety features:

1.Two high temperature detection features shut off power to the elements should the controlling thermostat fail.

2.A safety switch built into the drain valve prevents the elements from heating with the drain valve even partially open.

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