SECTION 3 - OPERATION | COUNTERTOP FRYERS |
B.Function of Controls
1.Power “ON/OFF” Switch is used to turn power to the heating elements “ON” or “OFF”.
2.Power Switch Green Light is lit when the power is “On”.
3.Thermostat Knob is used to set the temperature to your requirements. The minimum set point is 250°F (121.1°C) and the maximum set point is 400°F (204.4°C). The knob has an “OFF” position.
4.“Heating” Signal Amber Light is lit when the thermostat calls for heat and the elements are heating.
5.“Overheat” Signal Red Light illuminates when the heating elements are overheated.
C.Operating Tips
WARNING:
KEEP THE SHORTENING LEVEL ABOVE THE HEATING ELEMENTS. Failure to do this will result in overheating of the element sheaths and possible flash fire if shortening is splashed.
1.
2.Do not leave deep fryer in operation without an attendant.
3.Turn thermostat dial down to 250°F (121.1 °C) or turn off during idle periods.
4.As the shortening is being used, it is wearing out, consequently, the flash point (the temperature at which fire may result by overheating of the shortening) becomes lower. Replace old shortening with new when:
•it begins bubbling excessively without food immersed,
•it tastes of foreign flavors, or
•gummy film collects on fry baskets.
5.Keep the exterior of the fry kettle clean of splashed grease.
6.
The element assembly may be lifted and held out of the shortening by engaging the support bar against the stop pins. Refer to Figure
CAUTION:
Do not drop the heating elements into the fry pot.
Lower slowly so as to prevent splatter of hot shortening.
7. Shortening expansion is approximately 15% of capacity from room temperature to 400°F (204.4°C).
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