Adcraft BDCTF-60-LPG Installation Manual

Gas Countertop Fryer

35-40 lb Model
45-50 lb Model

NG and LPG Models

This manual contains impor t a nt i nfor m a t ion regarding your
unit. Please read this manual thoroughly prior to
equipment set-up, operati on a nd m ai nt e na nce . Failure to comply
with regular maintenance guidelines outl ined in this manual may
void the warranty. MUST READ!!!

WARNINGS

• Do not touch any hot surfa ces

• Do not immerse unit in liquid at any time

• Do not operate unattended

• Do not use thi s unit for anything other than intend ed use

• Do not use outdoors

• Always use on a firm, dry and level surface at least 12” from walls or any other obstruction

• Keep children and animals away from unit

• Any incorrect installation, alt erations, adjustments and/or improper maintenance can lead to property loss and injury.

All repairs should be done by authorized professionals only

• If gas odor is detected, shut unit down at main shutoff valve and contact service company

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any applia nce

TO INSTALL

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

Record the 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: ________________________________

Minimum clearance from c ombustible construction:

- 6” (15 cm) from the side of the fryer

- 6” (15 cm) from the back of the fryer

- The fryer may be installed on combustible floors

- Counter top must be constructed of a non-combustible material for installation.

Minimum clearance from noncombustible construction:

- 6’ from side of fryer

- 6 from back of fryer

Between the fryer and any open-top flame units:

- 16” (41 cm)

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

• Do not obstruct the flow of combu stio n 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.

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
Associatio n, Ba tter ymarch P ark, Q uinc y, MA. In the commonwealth of Massachusetts all gas appliances vented through
a ventilatio n ho od or exhaust s yste m wit h a damper or with a power means of exhaust shall comply with 248 CMR.

In Canada:

- Local codes

CAN/CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas I nstallation (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.

The installer of this unit sho uld be awa re of state, county or local c ode fo r connect ing this eq uipment to det ermine
if an external regulator is required.

TO ASSEMBLE

The fryer must be restrained to prevent tipping and the splashing of hot liquid. The means of restra int ma y be t he man ner
of installation, such as connection to a battery of appliances, installing the fryer in an alcove, or by separate means such as
adequate ties.

Note: The gas supply pressure at gas inlet should be less than 3.5 kPa.

1. Turn all burner control s OFF.

• Turn gas sup ply valve OFF .

2. Reconfigure Pressure Regulator

• Remove converter cap and pin from pressure regulator.

• Carefully remove pin from cap.

• Invert pin and reinstall in cap.

• Be sure gasket is in place on cap, then securely reinstall cap and pin on pre s sure regula t or.

3. Remove burners.

4. Remove and discard orifice hoods from burner control nozzles; install orifice hood s from kit.

5. Reinstall burners.

6. Turn gas sup ply valve ON .

7. Adjust pilot flames.

8. Adjust burner flames.

9. Affix propane conversion label to rear of appliance, near the nameplate.

Procedure is complete.

TO CONNECT FLUE

• 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.

• Locate the fryer under a hood with adequate connection to an exhaust duct. The hood must extend 6” (15 cm)

beyond fryer on both sides.

• Clearance above the fryer should be adequate for combustion byproducts to be removed efficiently.

• An 18” (46 cm) minimum clearance should be maintained between the flue vent and the filters of the hood

venting system.

• Never make flue connections directly to the fryer.

• Do not obstruct the flow of the gases from the appliance. Proper air balance should be maintained in the room.

TO CONNECT GAS

• All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound must be resistant to the action of propane gases

• The gas inlet is located on the lower rear of the fryer. Codes require that a gas s hutoff valve be installed in the

gas line ahead of the fryer.

• The gas supply line must be at least the equivale nt of ½” X (12.7 mm) iron pipe for si ngle units and 1-1/4”

(31.75 mm) for batteries. If using the optional quick-disconnect flex hose, ¾” X (19mm) iron pipe for single
units and 1 -1/4” (31.75 cm) iron pipe for batteries.

• Make sure the pipes are clean and free of obstructions, dirt, and piping compound.

• A battery requires one or two connections of appropriate size for the gas requirement.

Note: Prior to lighting, check all joints in the gas supply line for leaks. Use soap and water solution. Do not use an
open flame.

After piping has been checked for leaks, fully purge gas pipes to remove air.

GAS PRESSURES (ALL MODELS):

The gas pressure should be set at 4” W.C. (Water Column) (1.25 kPa) of pressure for nat ural gas and 10” W.C. (2.54kPa)
of pressure for propane gas. If incoming pressure exceeds ½ PSI (3.5 kPa), an additional pressure regulator must be
installed.

TESTING THE GAS SUPPLY PIPING SYSTEM:

When test pressures exceed ½ PSI (3.5 kPa), the fryer and its individual shuto ff val ve mus t be disconnected from the ga s
supply pipi ng system. When test pressures are ½ PSI (3.5 kPa) or less, the fryer must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual shutoff valve.

TO LEVEL

• Check the level of the fryer by placing a level on top of the fryer after gas connections have been made.

• Ensure that the fryer is level front-to-back and side-to-side in the final installed position.