Chapter 2: Operating Instructions
This chapter describes how to operate your fryer to obtain the best performance. Included in this chapter are filling, operating, and cleaning instructions for gas fryers.
2.1FILLING THE FRYER
Both liquid and solid shortening can be used in the fryer, but liquid is preferred. If solid shortening is used, it is recommended that you melt the shortening before adding it to the fryer. You can melt solid shortening in the fryer, but you must carefully not to scorch the shortening.
2.1.1 Filling the Fryer With Liquid Shortening
a. Make sure the drain valve is completely closed.
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b.Fill the fryer with oil to the "Oil Level" line marked on the back of the tank.
2.1.2Filling the Fryer With Solid Shortening
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Never melt blocks of solid shortening on top of the burner tubes. This will cause a fire, and will void your warranty.
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a.Make sure the drain valve is completely closed.
b.Remove the screen covering the tubes.
c.Cut the shortening into cubes no larger than 1". ALWAYS pack the shortening below, between, and on top of the burner tubes. DO NOT leave any large air gaps. Use care when packing the solid shortening in the tank. DO NOT bend or break the temperature sensor probes. If these are damaged the fryer will not function properly.
d.Once the fryer is packed with shortening, the shortening must be melted. Melt the shortening by cycling the main burners on for 4 seconds and leaving the burners off for 30 seconds.
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