Vulcan-Hart LG500, LG400, LG300 User Manual

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Vulcan-Hart LG500, LG400, LG300 User Manual

INSTALLATION &

OPERATIONAL MANUAL

LG SERIES GAS FRYERS

MODELS:

 

LG300

ML-136528

LG400

ML-136622

LG500

ML-136643

For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit out website at www.vulcanhart.com

VULCAN-HART

3600 NORTH POINT BLVD.

DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC

BALTIMORE, MD

21222

 

WWW.VULCANHART.COM

F-32910 REV. H

(April 2008)

LG SERIES GAS FRYERS

IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY

THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL.

POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED. THIS INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER.

IMPORTANT

IN THE EVENT A GAS ORDOR IS DETECTED, SHUT DOWN UNITS AT THE MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE AND CONTACT THE LOCAL GAS COMPANY OR GAS SUPPLIER FOR SERVICE.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, injury or death.

Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.

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LG SERIES GAS FRYERS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY……………………………………….

2

INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………

4

GENERAL……………………………………………………………

4

ORDERING PARTS…………………………………………………

4

FRYER CAPACITIES……………………………………………….

4

UNPACKING…………………………………………………………

4

INSTALLATION…………………………………………………………….

5

Clearances…………………………………………………....

5

Location ………………..……………………………….….

5

CODES AND STANDARDS………………………………………..

6

ASSEMBLY …………..……………………………………………

6

FLUE CONNECTION……………………………………………….

6

GAS CONNECTION………………………………………………….

7

Quick-Disconnect for Units on Casters……………………….. 7

GAS PRESSURE............................................................................

7

TEST GAS SUPPLY……………………………………………………

7

FRYERS WITH CASTERS…………………………………………….

8

LEVELING THE FRYER……………………………………………

9

OPERATION…………………………………………………………………

10

OVER-TEMPERATURE SHUTDOWN…………………………….

10

BEFORE FIRST USE………………………………………………...

10

Cleaning……………………………………………………....

10

FILLING TANK WITH SHORTENING……………………………

11

LIGHTING THE PILOT

12

TURNING ON THE FRYER …….

13

TURNING OFF THE FRYER

13

EXTENDED SHUTDOWN…………………………………………..

13

BASIC FRYING INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………..

13

Fry Basket Guidelines………………………………………..

14

EXTENDED SHORTENING LIFE…………………………………

14

DRAINING THE TANK…………………………………………….

15

DAILY FILTERING-ALL MODELS……………………………….

15

CLEANING………………………………………………………….

16

Daily………………………………………………………….

16

BOIL OUT PROCEDURE………………………………………………....

17

MAINTENANCE…………………………………………………………..

18

FLUE VENT INSPECTION………………………………………..

18

Service in the US and Canada…………………………………...

18

In Australia………………………………………………………….

18

TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………………..

18

Troubleshooting Chart……………………………………………….

18

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LG SERIES GAS FRYERS

INTRODUCTION

GENERAL

Vulcan Fryers are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result in years of satisfactory performance.

Before installing the fryer, thoroughly read this manual and carefully follow all instruction.

This manual is applicable to model listed on the cover page. Procedures in this manual will apply to all models unless specified. Pictures and illustrations can be of any model unless the picture or illustration needs to be model specific.

ORDERING PARTS

Customers may order parts directly from their local authorized service center. If not known, call Vulcan Customer Service at 800-814-7028.

To speed up your order, provide the model number, serial number, gas type, part needed, item part number (if known) and quantity needed.

FRYER CAPACITY

MODEL

# of Heat Tubes

BTU/hr.

Width Inch (cm)

Shortening lbs. (kg)

LG300

3

90,000

15.5 (39)

35-40 (16-18)

LG400

4

120,000

15.5 (39)

45-50 (21-23)

LG500

5

150,000

21.0 (53)

65-70 (29-32)

UNPACKING

This fryer was carefully inspected before leaving the factory. Upon acceptance of the shipment, the transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery.

Immediately after unpacking the fryer, check for possible shipping damage. If the fryer is damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.

Check that the following have been included:

Crumb Rack

Basket Hanger

Adjustable Legs (4)

Drain Pipe Extension

Twin Fry Baskets (2)

Manual and Warranty

Do not use the door or its handle to lift the fryer.

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INSTALLATION

Before installing the fryer, verify that the type of gas (natural or propane) agrees with the specifications on the fryer data plate, which is located on the inside of the door panel. Make sure the fryer is configured for the proper elevation.

Record your fryer model, device, and serial numbers for future reference in the space provided below. This information can be found on the fryer data plate.

Fryer Model No: ___________________________

Device:___________________________________

Serial No: ________________________________

Clearances

Minimum clearance from combustible construction:

6” (15 cm) from the sides of the fryer

6” (15 cm) from the back of the fryer

The fryer may be installed on combustible floors

Minimum clearance from noncombustible construction:

0” from the sides of the fryer

0” from the back of the fryer

Between the fryer and any open-top flame units:

16” (41 cm)

Allow space for servicing and operation.

Location

Install fryer in an area with sufficient air supply for gas combustion at fryer burners.

Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

Provide adequate clearance for air openings into the combustion chamber.

Do not permit fans to blow directly onto fryer.

Avoid wall-type fans, which create cross-currents within a room. Avoid open windows next to sides or back.

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CODES AND STANDARDS

The fryer must be installed in accordance with:

In the United States:

State and local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with:

National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI-Z223.1/NFPA #54 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The American Gas Association Accredited Standards

Committee Z223, @ 400 N. Capital St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 or the Secretary Standards Council, NFPA, 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169-

7471.

NFPA Standard #96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, latest edition, available from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park,

Quincy, MA.

In the commonwealth of Massachusetts all gas appliances vented through a ventilation hood or exhaust system with a damper or with a power means of exhaust shall comply with 248 CMR.

In Canada:

Local codes

CAN/CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas Installation (latest edition).

CAN/CSA-B149.2 Propane Installation Code (latest edition), available from the

Canadian Gas Association 178 Rexdale Blvd., Etobicoke, Ontario Canada M9W

1R3.

ASSEMBLY

The fryer must be restrained to prevent tipping and the splashing of hot liquid. The means of restraint may be the manner of installation, such as connection to a battery of appliances, installing the fryer in an alcove, or by separate means such as adequate ties.

FLUE CONNECTION

Make the flue connection as follows:

Comply with Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, ANSI-NFPA Standard #96 (latest edition), available from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

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