Alto Shaam FGA-60FS Installation Manual

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GAS FRYER

FGA-60FS

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DELIVERY

The Alto-Shaam Gas Fryer has been
thoroughly tested and inspected to insure
only the highest quality unit is provided. When you receive
your fryer, check for any possible shipping damage and
report it at once to the delivering carrier.

See Transportation

Damage and Claims

section located in this manual.

The fryer, complete with unattached items and accessories,
may be delivered in one or more packages. Check to ensure
that all items have been received as standard with each unit.

Save all the information and instructions packed inside the
cabinet. Complete and return the warranty card to the
factory as soon as possible to assure prompt service in the
event of a warranty parts and labor claim.

This manual must be read and understood by all people
using or installing this fryer. Contact your local Alto-Shaam
distributor if you have any questions concerning installation,
operation and maintenance of this fryer.

NOTE:

All claims for warranty must include the full model

number and serial number of the cabinet.

SPECIFICATION INFORMATION

Capacity: 60 lb (27kg), Liquid Shortening ONLY

Fresh Chicken, 30 lb (13kg) (full size basket)
Frozen Chicken, 25 lb (11kg) (full size basket)

Controls: Solid State

Electrical: 120VAC, 1 Ph

ONLY

5.0 Amps

Gas Specification: 62,000

BTU/hr.

*Gas: Natural (3.5 water pressure)

*Field convertible to LP/Propane (10" water pressure)

by qualified technician/electrician

UNPACKING

1. Carefully remove the fryer from the carton.
NOTE: Do not discard the carton and other packaging
material until you have inspected the fryer for hidden
damage and tested it for proper operation.

2. Remove all protective plastic film, packaging materials
and accessories from the fryer and the filter reservoir
before connecting electrical power to the fryer. Store the
accessories in a convenient place for future use.

Components: Accessories:

Filter reservoir, 1 ea. Filter powder, 1 bx.

Filter leaf with O-ring, 1 ea. High temp brushes, 2 ea.

Filter reservoir suction tube O-ring Stainless steel shovel, 1 ea.

(on filter reservoir suction tube), 4ea. Cleanout dowel, 1 ea.

Fry basket , full size, 1 ea. T-shaped Scraper w/

Lift cradle, 1 ea. instructions, 1 ea.

Fry pot lid, 1 ea. Literature package, 1 ea.

3. Read all instructions in this manual carefully before
starting installation of this fryer. DO NOT DISCARD
THIS MANUAL. This manual is considered to be part
of the fryer and is to be given to the owner or manager
of the business, or to the person responsible for training
operators of the fryer. Additional manuals are available
from your Alto-Shaam distributor.

4. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or
maintenance can cause property damage, injury or
death. Read all installation, operating and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this
equipment.

5. The purchaser of this fryer is required by regulation to
post in a prominent location all instruction for personnel
to follow in the event they smell gas. This information is
to be obtained from your local gas supplier.

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GAS FRYER

FGA-60FS

DIMENSIONS

38-1/4" (971mm)

47-7/16" (1205mm)

38-1/4" (971mm)

18-3/16"
(462mm)

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Knowledge of proper procedures is essential to the safe
operation of electrically energized equipment. In accordance
with generally accepted product safety labeling guidelines for
potential hazards, the following signal words and symbols are
used throughout this manual.

Used to indicate the presence of a hazard which
will cause severe personal injury, death, or
substantial property damage in the event the
statement is ignored.

Warning used to indicate the presence of a hazard
which can cause personal injury and possibly
death, or major property damage in the event the
statement is ignored.

Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard
which will or can cause minor personal injury or
property damage in the event the statement is ignored.

Used to indicate the presence of an electrical hazard
which will or can cause personal injury or property
damage in the event the statement is ignored.

NOTE Used to notify personnel of installation, operation

or maintenance information which is important, but
not hazard related.

1. This fryer is intended to deep fry food products for
human consumption. No other use is authorized or
recommended.

2. This fryer is intended for use in commercial establish­ments where all operators are familiar with the appliance
use, limitations and associated hazards. Operating
instructions and warnings must be read and understood
by all operators and users.

3. This fryer is equipped with an oil filtration system which is
designed to filter hot liquid shortening ONLY. Water,
cleaning agents, or other liquids will damage the filter pump.

4. This piece of equipment is made in the USA and has
American size hardware.

5. Any trouble shooting guides, component views, or parts
lists included in this manual are for general reference only,
and are intended for use by qualified technical personnel.

6. This manual should be considered a permanent part of this
appliance. This manual and all supplied instructions,
diagrams, schematics, parts breakdowns, notices and labels
must remain with the appliance if it is sold or moved to
another location.

7. Certain codes require fryers to be restrained with a cable or
other restraint device. It is the responsibility of the installer
to check with the authority having jurisdiction, in order to
ascertain the applicability of this requirement to this
specific fryer installation.

1. A single FGA-60FS gas-fired fryer requires a minimum of
700 cu.ft. per hour (12CFM) make-up air. The ventilation
for the kitchen must have sufficient capacity to prevent a
negative-pressure condition. DO NOT obstruct or restrict
ventilation and make-up air required to support combustion.

2. Set up the fryer on a firm, level surface ONLY. Clearances
from all combustible and non-combustible construction is
1" minimum. The area around the fryer must be kept clear
of combustibles.

3. LEVELING: Verify that the fryer sits firmly on both casters
and on both legs. With a spirit level, check that the fryer is
level front-to-back and side-to-side. With the adjustable
legs, adjust as required to level the fryer.

4. DO NOT obstruct the flow of the two exhaust flues at the
top rear of the fryer. It is especially critical that gas supply
piping and electrical support cord and/or receptacle be
routed away from the path of the hot combustion fumes.

5. Install the fryer under a ventilation hood conforming to all
applicable local codes.

Combustion fumes must be vented in

accordance with local codes.

6. Cooking and cleaning functions require unobstructed
access. The fry pot, control panel and front access panel
must be maintained free from obstructions. The rear access
panel must be accessible for maintenance.

1. Installation and start up should be referred to the local
Alto-Shaam distributor. Installer must complete the
warranty registration/fryer checkout form, and record
fryer installation particulars at the back of this manual.

2. The installation of this fryer must conform to local codes.
In the absence of local codes, the installation of this fryer
must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI
Z223.1). In Canada, the National Gas Installation Code
(CAN/CGAB 149.2) is applicable.

FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD

Gas connections and gas adjustments must be
made by a licensed plumber, certified in gas
installation. A gas explosion will cause death
or serious injury.

3. In any instance where gas supply pressure is in excess of
15" water pressure (1/2 psi or 3.45 kP), the fryer must be
isolated from the supply piping by closing its two
individual manual shut-off valves.

IMPORTANT:

Failure to isolate the fryer

from excessive pressure

will damage the gas

valves and allow raw gas

to leak into the room.

SAFETY PROCEDURES

PLUMBING INSTALLATION

PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFO

EQUIPMENT SET-UP PROCEDURES

4. This fryer is orificed at the factory for natural gas at a
pressure of 3.5" of water column. The installed orifice is

suitable for use at -280 to 2999 feet (-85 to 914 meters)
elevation. It is the responsibility of the installer to install
the factory recommended orifice and pressure regulator
kit suitable for the fuel type and elevation at the final
installation site.

The red tag attached to the gas connection provides
pressure settings and part numbers for conversion kits
applicable to various fuels and altitude.

NOTE: Failure to install proper orifices can burn cooking oil

and cause potential burner and flue system failure.
Damage caused by improper orifice installation is
NOT covered by warranty.

1. Fryer electrical diagram and troubleshooting schematic
are located on the inside of the fryer door.

2. The fryer is equipped with a three-prong grounding
plug (NEMA 15-5P) for your protection against

shock hazard. The fryer must be plugged directly
into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle
(NEMA 15-5R).

Do not cut or remove the grounding prong
from the plug. Ungrounded electrical
equipment can cause personal injury and
property damage.

3. The installation of this fryer must conform to local codes.
In the absence of local codes, the installation of this fryer

must conform with the National Electrical Code (ANSI
Z223.1). In Canada, CSA C22.2 is applicable.

4. Because the fryer draws less than 8 amps, two fryers
may be plugged into the same 15 amp circuit if needed.

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Oval Drain Valve Handle

1. CLEANING:

Prior to leaving the factory, the fryer is tested for proper
operation with peanut oil. After testing is complete, the
oil is removed but oil residue remains. Therefore, it is
necessary to clean the fry pot before filling it with clean
oil. See

Cleaning the Fryer section in this manual.

2. Examine the cradle rollers. Adjust or tighten as
required. DO NOT operate the fryer unless the cradle

rollers are in place and rotating freely. Serious damage
to the fry pot will result if the rollers are not in position
and operating properly.

3. Install the lift cradle onto the cradle pivot. Set the fry
basket on the lift cradle.

4. Assemble the filter leaf and install into the filter
reservoir. Suction tube O-rings are shipped from the

factory installed on the suction tube. Examine to verify
one O-ring is in the groove closest to the end of the tube.
Install the assembled filter reservoir into the fryer.

5. Close the oval drain valve handle by turning the handle to
the CLOSED position. See illustration on previous page.

NOTE: This fryer is designed for liquid shortening ONLY.

Do not use solid shortening or lard. Solid shortening
will solidify in the filter reservoir and filter pump.
This condition will render the filter system inoperable.
Repairs caused by the use of anything other than
liquid shortening are not covered by warranty.

6. Fill the fry pot to the COLD OIL LINE in the fry pot with
room temperature commercial quality liquid shortening.

This requires 60 lbs. of oil.

7. Check operation of fryer and all controls. See Operating
Instructions

section in this manual.

8. DETERMINE MAXIMUM LOAD WEIGHT: For
operational safety, it is very important to determine the

maximum load weight for the specific operation. This can
be accomplished by starting out with small loads and
gradually increasing to the largest load size which allows
a complete cook cycle without oil foaming out of the fry pot.

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PREPARATION PRIOR TO OPERATION

POTENTIAL FOR OIL OVERFLOW
The weight of product which can be safely cooked in this fryer
will vary with oil level, product moisture content, oil
temperature, and other various conditions. Failure to determine
maximum load weight can result in hot oil release which can
cause severe burns on contact.

Remember to fill the fryer to the COLD OIL LINE

with fresh liquid shortening prior to turning the

power switch to the FRYER position. Energizing

the fryer without oil can cause serious damage.

Damage due to operating the fryer without oil

is not covered by warranty.

1. FRYER POWER SWITCH (FRYER-OFF-FILTER)

FRYER position turns ON the fryer and energizes the
upper control panel, and turns OFF the filter pump.
Burner circuits are energized and regulate to the
programmed temperature. OFF position turns off the
fryer. FILTER position energizes the filter pump.

2. TIME KEY

Used to check and set menu times.

3. TEMP KEY

Used to check and set menu temperatures.

4. READOUT

LED display of various data and functions.

5. UP ARROW KEY

Used to raise fry basket and raise program settings.

6. DOWN ARROW KEY

Used to lower fry basket and lower program settings.

7. MENU KEYS

Used to begin a menu time/temp cycle. Keys 1 thru 6
are programmable for time and temperature. Key 7 is
available for individually set time/temp cook cycles.

8. FUNCTION KEYS

Used to perform the functions of Pause, Clean, Standby,
Basket (raise/lower) and Filter (warning/acknowledge).

9. HI-LIMIT THERMOSTAT

Provides over-temperature protection by de-energizing
the gas valves if the oil temperature exceeds the factory­set limit. Reset must be performed manually. Allow the
oil to cool below 350°F (177°C), then firmly press the red
button on the lower control panel until it "clicks".

FIRE HAZARD • HOT OIL

The hi-limit thermostat is a fire protection
device. If tripping persists, contact your
authorized service agency for repairs. DO
NOT attempt to bypass or hold in the
button of the hi-limit thermostat, or a fire
may result.

10. SONALERT

Audible alarm to signal end of a cook cycle and other
programmed functions.

11. LIFT CRADLE

Raises and lowers fry basket.

12. FRY BASKET

Sits on the lift cradle and holds product to be cooked.
Raised and lowered by the lift cradle.

13. OIL FILTER RESERVOIR

Holds the filter element. Holds oil during filtering cycle.

14. EXHAUST FLUE

Twin flues. Hot flue gases exit here.

15. LIFT MOTOR

Raises/lowers lift cradle. Accessible for lubrication thru
the access plate in back panel.

16. VENTILATION SLOT

Provides air inlet for cooling fan inside control panel.

Never allow water to get into this slot.

17. FILTER PUMP MOTOR RESET BUTTON

The filter pump motor is equipped with an over-heating
protection device. Reset must be performed manually.
Allow the motor to cool for approx. 15 minutes, then
firmly press the red button on the back of the motor
until it "clicks".

18. BURNER ASSEMBLY

Two assemblies; comprised of orifice, shutter, burner,
and ignitor.

19. DRAIN VALVE OVAL HANDLE

Opens and closes the drain valve. To open, turn the
handle counter-clockwise (to vertical). To close, turn the
handle clockwise (to horizontal).

20. GAS SHUT OFF VALVES

Two valves, one located behind each gas control valve.
Allow isolation of either burner circuit.

21. GAS CONNECTION

Gas supply connects here.

22. POWER CORD

115V, 15 Amp, NEMA 5-15P

23. DATA PLATE

Identifies the appliance manufacturer, model and serial
number, and electrical ratings and gas ratings.

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FEATURES • OPERATING CONTROLS