Model OFE- 291
SECTION 3. OPERATION
3-1. OPERATING COMPONENTS
FrypotThis reservoir holds the cooking shortening, and is designed to accommodate the heating elements, 6 head of product and an adequate cold zone for collection of cracklings
Carrier | This stainless steel carrier consists of five racks which contain |
| the food product during and after frying |
Drain Valve | A |
| handle to drain the shortening from the frypot into the filter drain |
| pan |
Drain Interlock Switch | A microswitch that provides protection for the frypot in the event an |
| operator inadvertently drains the shortening from the frypot while |
| the main switch is in the COOK position; the switch is designed to |
| automatically shut off the heat when the drain valve is opened |
Shortening Mixing System | A shortening mixing capability to help ensure shortening is properly |
| mixed to prevent an accumulation of moisture and hence boiling |
| action in the pot; the filter pump is activated by the controls, at |
| preset intervals, to mix the shortening |
Lid Latch | A mechanical catch on the front of the lid which engages a bracket |
| on the front of the frypot, when lid is lowered |
Air Valve | Pumps air into the shortening, periodically, to keep the shortening at |
| a uniform temperature; this only functions when unit has been sitting |
| idle for a period of time, and when heating up from a cold start |
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