BID80 SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 7: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
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7.4 Periodic/Annual (cont.)
Built-in Filtration (cont.):
• Check filtration system integrity as follows:
− With the filter pan empty, place each oil return handle, one at a time, in the ON position. Verify
that the pump activates and that bubbles appear in the cooking oil/shortening (or that gurgling is
heard from the Power Shower port) of the associated frypot.
− Close all oil return valves (i.e., place all oil return handles in the OFF position). Verify proper
functioning of each oil return valve by activating the filter pump using the lever on one of the oil
return handle microswitches. No air bubbles should be visible in any frypot (or no gurgling
should be heard from the Power Shower ports).
− Verify that the filter pan is properly prepared for filtering, then drain a frypot of oil heated to
350°F (177°C) into the filter pan and close the frypot drain valve. Place the oil return handle in
the ON position. Allow all cooking oil/shortening to return to the frypot (indicated by bubbles in
the cooking oil/shortening or, on units with Power Showers, cessation of oil flow from the Power
Shower). Return the oil return handle to the OFF position. The frypot should refill in no more
than 2 minutes and 30 seconds.
To ensure good fryer health and a safe environment, the fryer should be checked and adjusted
periodically by qualified service personnel as part of a regular kitchen maintenance program.
7.5 Stainless Steel Care
WARNING
DO NOT let water splash into the tank of hot oil. It will splatter and can cause severe
burns.
All stainless steel fryer cabinet parts should be wiped regularly with hot, soapy water during the day,
and with a liquid cleanser designed for stainless steel at the end of each day.
A. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cloths, cleansers or powders.
B. Do not use a metal knife, spatula or any other metal tool to scrape stainless steel! Scratches
are almost impossible to remove.
C. If it is necessary to scrape the stainless steel to remove any encrusted materials, soak the area
first to soften the deposit, then use a wood or nylon scraper only.