Bayou Classic 700-701 User Manual

BAYOU FRYER

Model #700-701

WARNING

For Outdoor Use Only (outside any enclosure)

WARNING

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

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

3. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion,

which could cause property damage, personal injury, or death.

For Questions and Information call us at: 1-800-864-6194

Monday - Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm CST) Saturday (9:00am - 2:00pm CST)

Barbour International, Inc. • P.O. Box 1839 • Brandon, MS 39043

www.thebayou.com

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

Safety Precautions & Warnings

WARNING

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion

which could cause property damage, personal injury or death!

ALWAYS

operate in a clear open

area away from buildings,

trees and shrubs.

NEVER

use on decks, boats or

any combustible surface!

OUTDOOR USE ONLY!

Do not operate inside

garages or carports.

NEVER

place flammable or

combustible materials

within 25-ft of cooker.

NEVER

LEAVE APPLIANCE

UNATTENDED!

NEVER

cover pot with lid when

preheating oil or frying.

NEVER

use under any

roof or overhang.

NEVER!

let children or pets near

the cooking area

during and after use.

NEVER!

No barefeet or sandals

when cooking.

HOT!

Unit is extremely hot during and
after use. Allow 2 hours for unit

to cool down before touching.

wear protective mitts, gloves,

ALWAYS

goggles and long sleeve

clothing when cooking.

ALWAYS

use an accurate thermometer
to monitor temperature when

preheating oil or frying.

Remember: Think Safety and Use Common Sense!

WARNING

Read and understand this manual before using this product.

1. Sober adult operation ONLY! Read and understand this manual before using the product. The use
of alcohol, prescription or nonprescription drugs may impair your ability to properly assemble or
safely operate this appliance.

2. This appliance, like any gas appliance, can be extremely dangerous! It can burn you, scald you
with hot oil or water, or start a fire. Misuse of this outdoor appliance can result in serious personal
injury or property damage. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed
to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using this appliance.

3. LP (propane) gas is colorless, tasteless, heavier than air, and is both flammable and explosive.
Combustion of propane consumes oxygen and produces carbon monoxide (a poisonous gas).
Therefore, never operate an outdoor appliance inside a building or confined area where ventilation
may be restricted. Make sure the LP Cylinder and the appliance are placed in an open area. Do
not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

4. Never leave appliance unattended.
When Frying...

5. This is an ATTENDED appliance. Do NOT leave this appliance unattended while heating oil or
grease, cooking food or when hot after use. Heated liquid can remain at scalding temperatures
long after cooking has ended.

6. Use ONLY on a level, stable, non-combustible surfaces like brick, concrete or dirt. Do NOT use
this appliance on any surface that will burn or melt like wood, asphalt, vinyl, or plastic.

7. This appliance is for OUTDOOR use only. Do NOT use in a building, garage or any other enclosed
area. Do NOT use on wooden decks, under roof overhangs, on porches, carports or at garage
door openings. This appliance is NOT intended to be installed in or on recreational vechiles and/or
boats. This appliance is not intended for and should NEVER be used as a heater.

8. Do NOT locate this appliance under ANY overhead construction. Keep a minimum clearance of
10 feet from the sides, front and back of the appliance to ANY construction. Keep the area clear
and free of any combustible material such as household chemicals, paint, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.

any appliance left unattended may eventually over heat, resulting in a serious grease fire.

Most accidents occur as a result of leaving the appliance unattended.

9. Keep the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces.

10. Clean and inspect the hose before each use of the appliance. If there is evidence of abrasion,

wear, cuts or leaks, the hose must be replaced prior to the appliance being put into operation.
Replacement hose for Bayou Classic Bayou Fryer is

Model #M5HPR-1.

WARNING

11. Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times. Avoid bumping of or impact with

the appliance to prevent spillage or splashing of hot liquid.

12. Do NOT move the appliance when in use. Allow the cooking vessel to cool to 115°F (46°C)

before moving or storing.

DO NOT LEAVE UNATTENDED WHILE COOKER IS IN USE OR IS STILL HOT! (Above 100°F)

13. When cooking with oil, grease or water; the thermometer provided MUST be used. Follow instructions

in this manual for proper installation and use of thermometer. Follow instructions to make sure
thermometer is working properly.

14. NEVER let the oil, grease or water temperature get hotter than 350°F (177°C). If the temperature

goes above 400°F (200°C) or if oil begins to smoke, IMMEDIATELY turn burner OFF. Wait for the
temperature to decrease to less than 350°F (177°C) before relighting burner. Do NOT open lid if
oil has over heated. Opening the lid on overheated oil can result in spontaneous combustion.
After reaching 450°F (230°C), oil or grease temperature can rapidly increase to its point of
spontaneous combustion... a serious grease fire. Therefore, never leave cooker unattended, always
monitor the thermometer.

15. When cooking with oil, grease or water; fire extinguishing materials shall be readily accessible.

In the event of an oil or grease fire do NOT attempt to extinguish with water. Turn off the gas at
the supply cylinder and close lid. Use a Type BC or ABC dry chemical fire extinguisher or smother
fire with dirt, sand or baking soda.

16. NEVER overfill with oil, grease or water.

17. Failure to completely thaw and dry food may cause oil or grease to overflow. When frying with

oil or grease, all foods products MUST be completely thawed and towel dried to remove excess
water.

18. Use extreme caution keeping hands, hair and clothing away from the appliance. Never put face

or hands over burner while lighting. Make sure to turn appliance off when not in use.
Always wear cooking mitts.

19. Use only D.O.T. certified (US Department of Transportation) LP gas cylinders. Always close

LP cylinder valve after use. Always use and store LP cylinder in an upright position. Never store
or transport LP cylinders in occupied enclosures. Carefully read and follow instructions on
LP cylinder.

20. Never fill the Cylinder beyond 80% full. All LP Cylinders in excess of 2.2 lbs(1.0 Kg.) propane

capacity, must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.