5. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
WARNING
IF FRYER IS NOT COMPLETELY EMPTY OF OIL, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY.
5.1GENERAL: Any piece of equipment works better and lasts longer when maintained properly and kept clean. Cooking equipment is no exception. The fryer must be kept clean during the working day and thoroughly cleaned at the end of each day.
5.2DAILY: Wash all removable parts. Clean all exterior surfaces of the body. Do not use cleansers, steel wool, or any other abrasive material on the stainless steel. Filter the cooking oil and replace if necessary. The oil should be filtered more often than daily under heavy use conditions.
5.3ACCESS FOR SERVICING:
The appliance is equipped with a bracket attached on the center of the structural back to connect a restraining device supplied by the installer. The restraining device should meet the requirements specified in section 3.3.f of this manual. In addition, if the installed fryers have casters provided by Dean Industries, both rear casters come with a locking mechanism that prevents the fryer from moving when the lever or each mechanism is turned “ON”.
To gain access for servicing, the restraining device has to be removed from the bracket and both front caster's locking mechanisms have to be turned “OFF”.
To return the unit to its previous installed position see sections 3.3 and 5.3 of this manual.
5.4WEEKLY:
a.Completely drain the oil from the fry vessel into either the filter or a steel container. Do not use a plastic bucket or glass container.
b.Clean the vessel with a good grade of cleaner or hot water and a strong detergent.
c.Close the drain valve and refill with either the cleaning solution or water and detergent.
d.Set operating thermostat to 104°C (220°F). Bring to a rolling boil, then turn the heat down and let the mixture stand until deposits and/or carbon spots can be rubbed off with the Teflon brush.
e.Scrub tank walls, bottom and heating tubes. Then drain vessel and rinse in clear water.
CAUTION
Do not drain water into the filter. Water will damage the filter pump.
f.Refill with clear water, set operating thermostat to 104°C (220°F), and boil again. Once boiling is completed, turn operating thermostat “OFF”, drain, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
CAUTION
Do not let water boil down to the point that elements are exposed as this will damage them.
g.Immediately refill with cooking oil or frying compound as directed in Section 4.3.
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