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Operator's Manual
Technical Support: 888-664-6640
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A Patented Product of
Motion Technology, Inc.
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Telephone: (508) 653-0082
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Table of Contents
Specifications iv
Prepare electrical service 1
Prepare counter top 1
AUTOFRY Installation 2
Unpacking 2
Lea installation 3
Initial cleaning 4
Install charcoal filter 5
Install oil pot 6
Install heater box 6-5
Connect RTD 7
Connect thermocouple 7
Connect heater plug 7
Add liquid shortening 8
Install food exit chute 8
Install wire food basket 9
Power 10
Let's Get Cook/no 11
Starting the AUTOFRY 11
Begin cooking 12
During cooking 12
AUTOFRY shutoff 13
Additional KEYPAD functions 14
The COUNT button 14
The Stand-by button 15
Programming cook times 16
Recommended cleaning schedule 19
Daily cleaning 19
Weekly cleaning 20-21
Quarterly cleaning 22
Charcoal filter 23
Second filter 23
Semi-annual cleaninq and maintenance 24
Safety system test 24-25
Questions and Answers 26-28
Error Codes and Trouble Shooting Guide 29
Maintenance IOG 30-32
Wiring Diagrams 33-34
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice and without incurring any
obligations for the equipment previously or subsequently sold. No part of this document may be
reproduced or trans mitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any
purpose, without the express written permission of Motion Technology, Inc.
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Is a registered trademark of Motion Technology, Inc.
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Table of Figures
Figure 1 Re-set high limit 2
Figure 2 Install legs 3
Figure 3A
Figure 3B Separate food entry chute 4
Figure 4 Filter cover plate 5
Figure 5
Figure 6 Oil pot installed 6
Figure 7 Install heater box assembly 6
Figure 8A
Figure 8B Thermocouple plug 7
Figure 9 Install food exit chute 8
Figure 10A
Figure 10B Basket rod and receiver clip 9
Figure 11 Completed installation 9
Figure 12A
Figure 12B MTI -10 Fusable link and cable 20
Figure 13A Removable stack cover / fire damper 22
Figure 13B
Remove food entry chute 4
Charcoal filter 5
RTD plug 7
Basket rod and cam 9
FFG-10 Fire actuation cable 20
Fan section 22
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Specifications
AUTOFRY Model FF6-10
Electrical Specifications:
208/240 ACV Single Phase Dedicated Grounded Circuit
3750 Watts
18Ampsat208ACV
15.63Ampsat240ACV NEMA 6-20
Plug ETL and NSF Listed BOCA - ES
AUTOFRY Model MTI-10 with RTD
Electrical Specifications:
208 ACV Single Phase Dedicated Grounded Circuit
3750 Watts 18 Amps
NEMA 6-30 Plug UL, cUL and NSF Listed
BOCA - ES
240 ACV Single Phase Dedicated Grounded Circuit
3750 Watts
15.63Amps
NEMA 6-20 Plug
UL, cUL and NSF Listed BOCA - ES
AUTOFRY Model MTI-10 with Thermocouple
Electrical Specifications:
240 ACV Single Phase Dedicated Grounded Circuit
4800 Watts
21Amps
NEMA 6-30 Plug
UL, cUL and NSF Listed BOCA - ES
Physical Specifications for All Models:
Dimensions:
Length 25-1/2" Width 27-1/2" Height 28-3/4"(with 4" legs)
Clearances:
Sides and Back: 2" Top: 24" Min.
Weight: 180Lbs.
Materials: 304 Stainless Steel
Shipping Dimensions: 32" x 32" x 32"
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AUTOFRY Models FFG-10 and MTI -10 Set-up and Installation
The AUTOFRY comes from the factory complete with everything you will need to start
cooking with the exception of food and oil. By following these si mple instructions you can
have your AUTOFRY installed and ready to earn profits for you in as little as 30 minutes.
Prepare electrical service.
A licensed electrician in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and all local
codes must install electrical service. Do not remove or otherwise alter the factory supplied
power cord or plug. Never attach the AUTOFRY to an extension cord. Consult the
Identification Tag for equipment wattage and voltage.
Motion Technology, Inc. will not assume responsibility for any
injuries or equipment malfunctions resulting from non-
conforming electrical installations.
Prepare counter top.
Choose a counter top location that is sturdy, level, easily cleanable and fire resistant.
Stainless steel, fire resistant plastic laminate or solid surface materials are acceptable.
Never use a porous material to prepare food as bacterial contamination could result.
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AUTOFRY Installation.
You will need assistance to position and install the AUTOFRY. The approximate
weight of the unit is 180 pounds
Remove and save the packing materials.
Be sure to inspect the AUTOFRY. Your AUTOFRY has left the factory in perfect
condition and has been packaged to withstand rugged travel. However, in the event
that you observe damage to the AUTOFRY, you should contact the carrier
immediately and report any damages. Be sure that you have your signed bill of
lading.
Take out the removable components from inside the AUTOFRY.
• 4 adjustable legs
• " A 36" drain hose
• Food exit chute
• Wire food basket
• * Heater box assembly
• Oil pot
• Oil catch tray
* Check the red high limit re-set button on the bottom of the heater box
assembly by fully depressing it with the eraser end of a pencil. If the limit has been
tripped you will hear a "click" (see Figure 1).
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Charcoal filter removal and leg installation.
• With the AUTOFRY still on its shipping pallet, tilt the unit backward and remove the
charcoal filter from the food exit cutout.
• Install two of the adjustable legs by rotating them clockwise to a hand tight fit into
the front two leg plates located on the underside of the AUTOFRY.
• Tilt the AUTOFRY forward and repeat the leg installation for the rear two legs (see
Figure 2).
. Place on counter.
• Carefully place the AUTOFRY on the counter
• Adjust the legs (as needed) to level the AUTOFRY.
• Make sure that nothing is placed on top of the AUTOFRYwhich could obstruct the
exhaust system.
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Initial Cleaning.
• Wash the oil pot, wire food basket, oil catch tray and food exit chute
in warm soapy water followed with a clear water rinse.
• Remove the food entry chute by turning the food chute knob
counterclockwise (see Figure 3A).
• Separate the two-piece food entry chute and wash in warm soapy
water followed with a clear water rinse (see Figure 3B).
Sanitize parts.
• All parts must be sanitized in a quaternary ammonia or iodine solution at a
temperature of at least 75° F following the manufacturers label instructions.
• Re-assemble and re-install the clean dry parts.
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Install Charcoal Filter
• Remove the filter cover plate from the back interior wall of the cooking
chamber by removing the two black plastic knobs securing the cover
plate (see Figure 4).
• Remove the charcoal filter from the plastic bag with the flange facing
down and facing you insert it into the tracks above the second filter (see
Figure 5).
• Re-install the filter cover plate by turn ing the black plastic knobs
clockwise to a hand tight fit. Verify that the word "TOP" on the filter cover
plate is in the upper left-hand corner (see Figure 4).
Both the grease baffle and the second filter have small holes along the one
side of the frame. These drain holes must be facing down in order for the filters to
efficiently drain and clean the air (see Figure 5).
Sanitize interior.
All interior surfaces must be sanitized in a quaternary ammonia or iodine
solution at a temperature of at least 75° F following the manufacturer's label
instructions.
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Install oil pot.
• Place the oil pot into the cooking chamber and install the oil pot bracket onto
the oil pot flange mounted on the floor of the cooking chamber. Ensure that
the drain valve is in the closed position (see Figure 6).
Experience has shown that an even light application of Kote® bran soil shield
on the exterior surfaces of the oil pot will prove helpful when it is time to clean
the oil pot. To order call 800-348-2976.
Install the heater box assembly.
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Connect the RTD or Thermocouple plug.
• The RTD plug will install into the smaller socket on the underside of the
heater box (see Figure 8A).
• The yellow thermocouple plug will install into the yellow socket on the
underside of the of the heater box (see Figure 8B).
It is very important that these plugs are seated firmly into their
respective sockets to prevent inaccurate temperature readings.
Connect the heater plug.
• The heater plug wil l attach to the heater socket on the underside of the
heater box (see figures 8A & 8B).
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Add liquid shortening (2.5- 2.75 Gallons).
• Making certain that the drain valve is in the closed position (see Figure
6) add liquid shortening to the oil pot. Ensure that the oil level is
approximately 1/2" - 3/4" below the fill line stamped on the interior of the
oil pot.
It is simpler and safer to add cool shortening to the oil pot than it is to remove
hot shortening. Once the AUTOFRY has heated the shortening will expand.
Only after this expansion has finished should the oil level be increased to the
FILL level.
Over filling will result in excessive splashing; never over fill the oil pot.
Under-filling the oil pot will result in under-cooked food product or poor
and erratic temperature readings. Extreme low oil levels could cause
smoking.
NEVER operate the AUTOFRY in a low or no oil condition
Install the food exit chute.
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Install the wire food basket.
• Insert the square end of the basket rod into the slot in the basket
cam located on the back wall of the cook chamber (see Figure 10A).
• Install the round end of the basket rod into the receiver clip located
just inside the cook chamber and to your left. (see Figure 10B).
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Power.
• Close and lock the main door of the AUTOFRY.
• Plug the AUTOFRY into the properly rated, single phase, grounded
outlet.
• Pr ess the ON button at the keypad. There may be a 10-12 second
delay prior to display.
• The AUTOFRY will take between 15-20 minutes to reach the ready
temperature. It is important to allow the AUTOFRY to reach the ready
temperature prior to entering food.
You are now ready to start cooking. Please turn to Let's Get Cooking!
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Let's Get Cooking !
Starting the AUTOFRY
• With the main door closed and locked, press the ON button to begin
heating the oil.
• The O WAIT light will illuminate on the keypad and the exhaust fan will
start to run.
• The current oil temperature will appear on the keypad. This display will
be delayed approximately 12 seconds on the AUTOFRY equipped with
the RTD.
• When the oil temperature reading is between 190°F - 220°F the wire
food basket will complete one test cycle. At this time you may hear the
basket hitting the sidewall of the AUTOFRY. This is a normal condition.
Should the display go blank at this time simply press the ON button to
continue heating the oil.
When the oil temperature at the display reaches 300°F press the OFF
button at the keypad. Unlock and open the main door to check the oil
level. Add oil, if necessary, to fill the oil pot to the "FILL" line.
Close and lock the main door and press the ON button to re-start
the AUTOFRY.
The AUTOFRY equipped with the RTD will allow you to begin cooking at 300° F
however, we recommend that you wait until oil temperature has reached 350°F.
The AUTOFRY equipped with the thermocouple will be ready at 340°F. It takes the
AUTOFRY between 12-20 minutes to heat the oil to 350°F.
Although the heating element is programmed to stop heating at 350°-354°F,
the oil temperature can go as high as 365°F due to the circulation of the oil
in the oil pot. This is a normal condition.
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Begin Cooking
Cooking with the AUTOFRY is as simple as 1, 2, 3,1, 2, 3,
1. Enter a cook time by pushing buttons 0-9 on the keypad
For example, to cook for 2 minutes and 30 seconds:
Push 2,3, and 0
The display will read 230
If you enter the wrong time press CLEAR and re-enter your cook
time. Most food products will have recommended cook times
printed on their packaging; use these cook times as a base line
starting point
2. Open the food entry door and place the food product to prepare in the
food chute.
3. Close the food chute and push the START button.
During Cooking
The O READY light has gone out and the O WAIT light will illuminate.
• The display will count down the selected cook time. " The wire food basket
now contains your food product. It will automatically be lowered into the oil
pot.
• At the end of the COOK CYCLE oil temperature replaces time at the
display. The wire food basket will be raised out of the oil pot and drain the
food product for 12 seconds.
• At the conclusion of the DRAIN CYCLE the basket will dispense the food
down the food exit chute. You may hear the sound of the basket hitting the
sidewall. This is a normal condition.
• The DISPENSE CYCLE is repeated once to ensure that all the food has
been emptied from the wire food basket.
• The wire food basket will return to the ready position, the O WAIT light will
go out and the O READY light will illuminate. A quick "beeping" sound will
occur to signal that the AUTOFRY is ready for the next order.
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AUTOFRY Shutoff Procedure
Push OFF.
• The keypad display will shut off immediately and the oil will begin to cool.
• The AUTOFRY is safely shut off
The oil will remain hot for a long period. To assu re continuous air cleaning,
the fan will continue to run for about 2 hours or until the oil temperature falls
below 190° F.
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Additional KEYPAD Functions
The Count Button
The COUNT button tracks equipment cycles and this function can be utilized to
record sales and control inventory.
For the AUTOFRY equipped with an RTD this feature is a cumulative counter
and is not re-settable.
To use COUNT follow this procedure:
Press COUNT to determine the cumulative count of cook cycles
performed by the AUTOFRY.
A display of up to two sets of three numbers will appear on the
keypad:
• From 0-999 total COOK CYCLES, the keypad will display
ONE set of THREE numbers.
examples:
1. 030 = 30 total cook cycles
2. 302 = 302 total cook cycles
3. 999 = 999 total cook cycles
• At 1,000 total cook cycles and up to 6,999 the keypad will
display TWO sets of THREE numbers.
examples:
1. 001 followed by 002 = 1,002 total cook cycles
2. 006 followed by 001 = 6,001 Total cook cycles
• After 6, 999 total cook cycles the counter will return to
000.
For the AUTOFRY utilizing the thermocouple there are two count
features. A re-settable count and a total cumulative count.
To access these count features simply press the COUNT button once to view
the re-settable count. While the count is on the display press the CLEAR
button to clear the count. By pressing the COUNT button twice you can view
the total non resettable count.
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The Stand-By Button
The Button is used during off peak hours to conserve energy and
maximize oil life.
To Activate Stand-By Mode
For all AUTOFRY models, press the
button and the 0 STAND BY
light will illuminate.
The heating element shuts off until the oil temperature drops below 300° F and
then maintains this temperature.
To Exit Stand-By Mode
? For the AUTOFRY with an RTD
Press the button.
? For the AUTOFRY with a thermocouple
Press the CLEAR button
The 0 STAND BY light will go out and the oil will begin to heat up until it reaches
the ready temperature.
Never shut off the AUTOFRY while in the Stand-By mode as the keypad may remain
locked in the Stand-By mode! If this should happen when you
re-start the AUTOFRY simply press the key a second time or press the
CLEAR button.
Repeat Cook Time
Use the following procedure to repeat the last entered cook time:
• Simply press the START and your last cook time will be repeated.
This may be useful if you have a single product menu or multi-product menu
with identical cook times.
Maximum Cook Time
The AUTOFRY equipped with the RTD has a maximum cook time of 10 minutes
and 49 seconds.
The AUTOFRY equipped with thermocouple has maximum cook time of 15 minute
and 59 seconds.
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Programming Cook Times
The AUTOFRY equipped with a thermocouple offers you the ability to program the
1-6 keys for your most common cook times. It is a good idea to write down your six
most commonly used cook times prior to programming the AUTOFRY. Instructions
for programming are as follows,
Entering the programming mode.
1. Press the OFF Button.
2. Simultaneously press the 2 and 0 buttons.
• The display will read P =
3. Press 2 then 2 then 2 then START.
• The display will read 001.
Key # 1
1. Press the 1 key to view or edit the pre-set cook time.
• The display will read 1:00.
2. Press the 2 key to increase the cook time or press the 3 key to decrease the
cook time.
3. Press the 1 key to save the changes.
• The display will return to 001.
If you do not wish to continue re-programming the other 5 buttons simply press the
OFF button. Otherwise, with the display reading 001 follow these instructions:
Key # 2
1. Press the 2 button.
• The display will read 002.
2. Press the 1 button to view or edit the pre-set cook time.
• The display will read 2:00.
3. Press the 2 key to increase the cook time or press the 3 key to decrease the
cook time.
4. Press the 1 button to save the changes.
• The display will return to 002.
If you do not wish to continue re-programming the other 4 buttons simply press the
OFF button. Otherwise, with the display reading 002 follow these instructions:
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Programming Cook Times (cont.)
1. Press the 2 button.
• The display will read 003.
2. Press the 1 button to view or edit the pre-set cook time.
• The display will read 3:00.
3. Press the 2 key to increase the cook time or press the 3 key to decrease the cook
time.
4. Press the 1 button to save the changes.
• The display will read 003.
If you do not wish to continue re-programming the other 3 buttons simply press the OFF
button. Otherwise, with the display reading 003 follow these instructions:
1. Press the 2 button.
• The display will read 004.
2. Press the 1 button to view or edit the pre-set cook time.
• The display will read 4:00.
3. Press the 2 key to increase the cook time or press the 3 key to decrease the cook
time.
4. Press the 1 button to save the changes.
• The display will read 004.
If you do not wish to continue re-programming the other 2 buttons simply press the OFF
button. Otherwise, with the display reading 004 follow these instructions:
1. Press the 2 button.
• The display will read 005.
2. Press the 1 button to view or edit the pre-set cook time.
• The display will read 5:00.
3. Press the 2 key to increase the cook time or press the 3 key to decrease the cook
time.
4. Press the 1 button to save the changes.
• The display will read 005.
If you do not wish to continue re-programming the last button simply press the OFF
button. Otherwise, with the display reading 005 follow these instructions:
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Programming Cook Times (cont)
1. Press the 2 button.
• The display will read 006.
2. Press the 1 button to view or edit the pre-set cook time.
• The display will read 6:00.
3. Press the 2 key to increase the cook time or press the 3 key to decrease the
cook time.
4. Press the 1 button to save the changes.
• The display will read 006.
Exit programming mode
To exit the programming mode press the OFF key. You have now pre-
programmed your AUTOFRY for optimum convenience.
Using the pre-programmed times
To use the pre-programmed keys simply press the 1-6 key. The display will show
001-006. Place the selected food into the food entry chute, close the entry chute
door and press the START key. The di splay will count down the pre-programmed
time.
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Recommended Cleaning Schedule
In order to ensure compliance with State, local and
National health and safety standards regular
maintenance must be performed.
Regular maintenance is extremely important for the health and safety of your
customers.
Proper maintenance is very important in order for your AUTOFRY to continue to operate
without the need for a hood and duct system.
Regular oil changing, as an important part of your regular maintenance, will enhance the
taste of your food product. Oil changing will vary widely depending on the use of the
AUTOFRY. However, the use of a shortening monitor kit is the most accurate means of
determining the status of the oil.
Daily Cleaning
Remove and wash the following in warm soapy water followed by a clear
water rinse:
• The wire food basket
• The food entry chute " The food exit chute
• The filter cover plate
• The grease baffle " The second filter
Thoroughly dry all parts
Remove the charcoal filter and wipe down the exterior surfaces with a clean
damp cloth or paper towels.
Never soak the charcoal filter as permanent damage to the charcoal medium will
result!
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Daily Cleaning (cont.)
Use extreme caution when cleaning around the fire system actuation cables and
fusible link in the interior cabinet. Accidental discharge of the fire system could
result, (see Figures 12A & 128).
Clean all interior surfaces to bare metal.
Sanitize all part and interior surfaces in a quaternary ammonia or iodine
solution at a room temperature of at least 75° F following the manufacturer's
label instructions.
Polish the exterior surfaces using a commercial grade stainless steel
polish and a soft cloth.
Replace all the clean dry components and add oil or shortening as
needed.
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Weekly Cleaning
Repeat daily cleaning.
Remove the heater box assembly.
Never immerse the heater box. Permanent damage will
result. Use caution when cleaning around the
temperature probes.
Remove the oil pot.
? Discard the oil or shortening in an environmentally safe manner.
• Clean all surfaces to bare metal
• Re-apply a thin even coating of Kote ® brand soil shield to the exterior
surfaces of the oil pot.
Clean all interior surfaces to bare metal
Use extreme caution when cleaning around the fire
system actuation cables and fusable link in the
interior cabinet. Accidental discharge of the fire
system could result, (see figures 12A & 12B).
Sanitize all part and interior surfaces in a quaternary ammonia or iodine
solution at a room temperature of at least 75° F following the manufacturer's
label instructions.
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Quarterly Cleaning and Maintenance
Disconnect (un-plug) the AUTOFRY from main power
Perform weekly cleaning routine.
Remove and clean to bare metal the removable stack cover/fire damper and fan
section with a clean dry cloth or absorbent paper towels (see Figure 13Aand 13B).
Re-install the clean dry stack cover / fire damper.
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Charcoal Filter
VERY IMPORTANT In order for the AUTOFRY to continue to perform as a
ventless cooking appliance the charcoal filter medium or
activated charcoal must be changed a minimum of every three months. This
maintenance is required by your equipment warranty.
While replacing the charcoal medium is easy, there will be some charcoal dust
present. Replacing the charcoal medium should be performed away from your food
preparation areas.
Remove the charcoal filter.
Remove the four screws holding the perforated cover.
• Pour the used charcoal into a suitable container.
• Clean the re-usable housing and perforated screen to bare metal
in warm soapy water followed by a clear water rinse.
• Thorou ghly dry the housing and cover.
Pour the new charcoal into the housing and re-seat the cover and
screws.
Replace the charcoal filter and all the filter components.
All activated carbons do not have the same performance
characteristics. Use replacement charcoal supplied by AUTOFRY
which can be ordered by calling 1-800-348-2976.
Second Filter
The second filter must be replaced a minimum of once every 6 months. Heavy
usage may require that the second filter be changed more frequently; however, if
it appears the second filter can no longer be cleaned effectively then it should be
replaced!
Second filters can be ordered by calling 1-800-348-2976.
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Semi-Annual Cleaning and Maintenance Fire
Suppression System
An inspection report / insurance certificate of installation will be forwarded to you by
mail shortly after shipment of your AUTOFRY. This document must be filed in a safe
place for future reference.
An inspection of the fire suppression system must be performed every six months
in order to comply with NFPA 96, NFPA 17A and UL 197. A certified fire equipment
maintenance company must perform this inspection.
Consult your fire suppression system manual that has been supplied with this
document for details on the inspection and re-charge instructions.
Safety System Test
The safety system must be tested a minimum of once every six months. A
qualified equipment repair technician following these instructions should
perform this inspection.
This test must be started with a full oil pot of clean cool liquid shortening.
Open the main door of the AUTOFRY and press the ON button.
• The fan will operate for approximately 10-12 seconds then shut off.
• The display will either not come on or it will read Sft.
. Individually remove each of the components listed below.
. Close the main door and press the ON button.
• The fan will operate for approximately 10-12 seconds then shut off.
• The display will either not come on or it will read Sft.
1. The filter cover plate.
2. The grease baffle.
3. The second filter.
4. The charcoal filter.
5. The removable fire damper / stack cover.
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Safety System Test (cont.)
The AUTOFRYis equipped with an airflow switch. To test this switch follow these
instructions.
1. With all the filter components installed and the main door closed press the
ON button at the keypad.
2. Using a flat piece of cardboard or 1/4" plywood completely block the exhaust
flow at the fire damper / stack cover.
• The fan will begin to operate.
It can take upwards of 45 minutes for the air flow switch to react to the
blockage; However, after the air switch has closed, the display will either go
blank or display Sft.
If the oil has heated above 151° F the fan will continue to operate until it cools to
120° F.
Included with this manual is a maintenance log that must be signed and dated
after the completion of the daily, weekly and quarterly maintenance and testing.
Your local or State health and safety inspectors may require this log to be posted in
a conspicuous location.
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Q:
Can
1
cook more than french fries in my
AUTOFRY
? A: Yes. The
AUTOFRY
can
prepare a wide variety of products. However,
for best results we recommend pre
-
cooked froz
en products.
Q:
How often should
1
change my oil?
A:
That depends on what and how much product you are cooking. Generally
your oil should be changed at least once a week or as often as you deem
necessary to keep your food tast
ing fresh. The use of shortening test
strips will prove useful to determine the oil condition.
Q: 1 hear a "thump" just before and just after the food exits the
AUTOFRY
.
Is there something wrong?
A:
Nothing is wrong with the
A
UTOFRY
.
The sound you are hearing is the
wire food basket contacting the cabinet to ensure full delivery of the
entered food.
Q:
I've entered an order of food and nothing came out?
A:
Here are two of the most common reasons:
1.
The food was entered before the previous cook cycle was completed.
O
READY
the next order.
2. The wire food basket was not installed or not correctly installe
d. Q: I've just cleaned my
AUTOFRY
this
morning and when I turned it on
Sft
A03
A: Did you remember to re
-
install all three filters and the filter cover plate?
The
AUTOFRY
is equipped
with a safety interlock system that will not
allow you to operate it with even one of the three filters not installed.
Check that they are all installed, that the main door is closed and locked
and that there is nothing blocking the air vent
at the top of the
AUTOFRY
. Q:
417
Prb
A02
0
WAIT
A: The temperature sensing plug is not connected to the he
ater box. Ensure
that both plugs are clean and firmly seated into their sockets at the
bottom of the heater box.
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Questions and Answers
Remember to wait for the
nothing happened or the display reads
I've just cleaned my AUTOFRY and the display reads
the
light is blinking and the fan won't shut off. What is wrong?
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light to illuminate before entering
or
.
or
or
,
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oil or the charcoal filter is
in need of a change. Occasionally food product
is a "beeping" coming from the
AUTOFRY
.
What should
1
do?
A:
First press the
OFF
button. If the display does not clear un
-
plug the
AUTOFRY
to silence the "beeping" and clear the displa
y. Re
-
plug the
between orders to re
-
heat
the oil. Please wait until the oil temperature is
product in advance of your rush period.
It may be that the
MTI
-10 is just too small for your operation if this is th
e
case please call
AUTOFRY
at 1-800 348 2976
for information on the
Q:
There is a lot of o
il on the inside floor of the
AUTOFRY
.
Is the the oil pot
following items first.
•
Is the drain valve open?
•
Is the oil pot over
-filled?
boil
-
over.
•
Are you entering a se
cond order before the first order has dispensed?
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Questions and Answers (cont.)
Q:
A:
Q:
My customers are complaining of odor. What's wrong?
Nothing is wrong with the AUTOFRY. It is simply time to change or add
will miss the food basket during entry and end up in the oil pot. If this
does happen it will over-cook and cause excess odor and erratic
temperature readings.
I am in the middle of my lunchtime rush, the display reads A05 and there
AUTOFRY and press the ON button. The A05 is an error message that
simply means the oil temperature has not recovered to 350° F in 16
minutes. Please keep in mind that the AUTOFRY needs some time
at or above 345° F prior to entering food. Alternatively you could prepare
MTI-40 Double Basket AUTOFRY.
An A05 could also be the result of a heater plug that is not connected
loosely connected or grease laden.
A:
is leaking?
Though not impossible it is unlikely that the oil pot is leaking. Check the
• Does your frozen product contain a lot of ice? Excessive ice will cause
• Does your frozen product contain a high level of water?
• Are you over filling the food entry chute?
• Although the AUTOFRY is fully enclosed it is a deep fryer and
splashing of oil is a normal condition.
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Q:
Why does my food come out oily and under
-
cooked?
A:
First, check that you have entered the correct cook time. It may be that
temperature
-
sensing plug
socket
heater box
high limit
(see page
2,
Figure
1). Q:
A04
A:
OFF
display and silence the "beeping".
A04
cause this:
wire
food basket
basket rod
basket cam
receiver
clip.
cook cycle
basket
cook cycle
basket
basket motor
moving parts are subject to malfunction. If this is the case please call
for service.
Q:
A06
A: You
must call our customer service center immediately
at 1-
800-348-2976
Ext.
124.
Q:
A07
A:
OFF
keypad
A07
minutes then plug the
AUTOFRY
back into main power and re
-
start the
A07
Q:
A08
A:
OF
F
A08
the oil temperature fluctuates by
50°
F in a five
-
second period this error
code will be displayed.
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Questions and Answers (cont.)
the
properly seated in its
Check that the
My keypad is displaying
First press the
button or un-plug the AUTOFRY. This will clear the
, located on the underside of the heater box
has become fouled with oil or is not
at the bottom of the
and the AUTOFRY is "beeping"!
.
is an error message for the basket motor. One of several things can
1. A
is seated correctly into the
2. A power interruption during a
a short
3. Although the
The display on the AUTOFRY reads
that is not properly installed. Ensure that the
and the
. Remove the
then replace the
.
is very durable, it is a moving part. All
.
, enter
The display on the AUTOFRY reads
Begin by pressing the
is a frequency conflict error. Un-plug the AUTOFRY and wait 2-5
unit. If the
reoccurs please call for service.
The display on the AUTOFRY reads
Begin by pressing the
re-start the AUTOFRY.
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button on the
to clear the display.
.
button on the key pad, wait 2-5 minutes then
is a temperature fluctuation error. Anytime
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10F 10C 12R3
NCC
Fault
/
Condition
Troubleshoot
To clear display and re
-
set
Check plugs
&
sockets. Check
Open or snorted RTD or
probe.
Check condition of all
Un-
plug from supply or press
Thermocouple Probe
cords and connections, (see
OFF
also
A07)
Blank
Blank
Check all safeties, check fan
Display
Display
A03 Sft Open Safety
operation, check fire system
Press OFF
w Fan
Fan On
gauge, check filter
On
Check
/
adjust air flow switch.
Check for broken gears, check
A04 A
04 Basket motor not in
all wire connections, check
Un-
plug from supply or press
positi
on after
10 switches, check switch cam
OFF
seconds
tightness.
Check supply voltage, check
Heater failure to reach
supply breaker, check limit re
Un-
plug from supply or press
A05 A05 A05 A05 set point in
16
Min.
49
set, check voltage at heater
OFF
plug.
Check yellow thermocouple
installation. Check cord
condition. Check connections
A07 Frequency C
onflict/
TC1 on circuit board. Check
Press OFF
Thermocouple short
connections at thermocouple
socket in heater box (yellow
= (+),
red
= (-)
period.
to clear board.
NOTE: AO errors should not be confused with cook times. Error codes do not use a colon cook
times do. The NCC controller can display cook times of
11
minutes as
follows
11
:02 =
A:02,
11
:03 = A:03
11
:04 = A:04,
11
:05 = A:05,
11
:06 = A:06
11
:07 =
A:07
11
:08 = A:08
Error Codes
EPROM DIAGNOSTICS
417
A04
213
A04
A02
Prb
N/A N/A N/A A06 Call Customer Service Call Customer Service Press OFF
A08
Temperature difference
of 50 Deg. In 5 second
Check oil level. Check oil
condition. Un-plug from wall
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Press OFF and Un-plug from
supply
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