BID80 SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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2.1 Product Description

Frymaster BID80 Series gas fryers are energy-efficient, tube-style, gas-fired units, design-certified
by the International Approval Services (AGA/CGA), National Sanitation Foundation (NSF), and
manufactured to their basic performance and application specifications.
All units are shipped completely assembled with accessories packed inside the frypot. All units are
adjusted, tested and inspected at the factory before shipment. Sizes, weights and input rates of all
models are listed in this manual.
NOTE: The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of inherent
dangers of operating a deep fat fryer, particularly aspects of oil filtration, draining, and
cleaning of the fryer.

2.2 Principles of Operation

The incoming gas flows through orifices and is mixed with air in the burners to create the correct
ratio for proper combustion. The mixture is ignited at the front end of each heat tube by the pilot
light. Internal diffusers slow the flame as it goes through the burner tube. This slower and more
turbulent flame gives much better heat transfer to the walls of the tubes, thereby heating the oil
better.

2.3 Rating Plate

This is attached to the inside right-hand corner of the front door panel. Information provided
includes the model and serial number of the fryer, BTU/hr input of the burners, outlet gas pressure in
inches W.C. (mbars) and whether the unit has natural or propane gas orifices.
DANGER
Fryers MUST be connected ONLY to the gas type identified on the attached rating
plate.

2.4 Pre-Installation

A. General: Only a licensed gas fitter should install any gas-fired equipment.
1. A manual gas shut-off valve must be installed in the gas supply line ahead of the fryers for
safety and ease of future service.