Belshaw 616BT User Manual

Counter Top Fryers

Models

616B & 616BT

Operator’s Manual

Belshaw Bros., Inc.

nd

1750 22

Seattle, WA 98144

Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

Toll Free: 1-800-578-2547

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Avenue South

If you accept the machine from the shipping
company, you are, in effect, saying that the
machine is in good condition, and you must
pay for the machine. Belshaw cannot pay for

shipping damage, because the freight company
has accepted the machine from Belshaw in good
condition, and is responsible for its safe delivery.
For your protection, inspect the machine to see
that no parts are bent, scratched, or otherwise
damaged. If any damage has occurred in
shipping, file a freight claim with the shipping
company immediately.

To unpack the fryer and transport it to the
workstation:

1. Use a fork lift to transport the shipping crate
to the work station.

2. Break down the shipping crate.

3. Remove all the packing materials from the
fryer. These include foam, tape, brown
paper, plastic, and white protective coating.

4. Position the fryer to allow sufficient space
on either end of the machine for any
equipment you plan to use with it.

IMPORTANT

Keep this manual for future reference.

EQUIPMENT RECORD

Please provide the information below when you correspond with us about your machine.
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Date of Installation ________________________________________________________________
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Serial number

0204

MN-1136EN

Belshaw Bros., Inc.

1750 22nd Avenue South

Seattle, WA 98144-4590 USA

Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

Toll Free: [phone]

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Contents

Sections

1 Installation 1

Unpacking the Fryer 1
Initial Cleaning 1
Installing the Fryer 1
Moving the Fryer 2

2 Operation 3
3 Cleaning 5

Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces 5
Cleaning the Frying Screen 5
Cleaning the Kettle 5
Removing the Shortening 5
Washing 6

4 Calibrating The Fryer 7

Appendixes

A Donut-Making Helps 8

Tips on Making Quality Cake Donuts 8
Calculating Correct Water Temperature 9
Ratios of Plunger Sizes to Donut Weights 9
Temperature Conversion 9

B Electrical Components 10

Testing the Continuity of the Toggle Switch 10
Testing the Continuity of the Thermostat 11

C Parts Lists 14
D Wiring Diagrams 17
Limited Warranty Insert

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Preface

The 616B and 616BT donut fryers have been
designed and built using the finest materials and
components available. It is the result of years of
research and development. Designed into this
unit are many features which will insure more
quality in your products and reduce your
operating cost. Attention to the instructions
regarding installation, operation, and
maintenance should result in years of trouble­free service.

The operator must work safely at all times and
read this manual and follow its instructions and
warnings. A thorough understanding of how to
install, maintain, and safely operate the fryer will
prevent production delays and injuries.

Heed the following warnings and all other
warnings that appear in this manual:

• To avoid damaging the machine, never

use force to assemble, disassemble,
operate, clean, or maintain it.

• Hot shortening can cause serious burns.

Make sure that the system and the
shortening are cool before attempting
any cleaning, adjustment, disassembly,
or repair.

• To avoid electrocution or other injury,

unplug the machine before attempting
any cleaning, adjustment, disassembly,
or repair.

• Be careful never to get shortening,

water, or other materials on the floor. If
anything does get spilled on the floor,
mop it up immediately. Materials on the
floor can cause people to slip or fall,
resulting in serious injury or loss of life.

• To prevent unintentional startup and

possible fire, unplug the machine if there
is a local power outage. When the
power is restored, it is safe to plug the
machine in again.

• Never let water and hot shortening come

in contact with each other. Moisture
causes hot shortening to spatter, which
may cause serious burns.

• Do not overfill the kettle with

shortening. If shortening overflows the
kettle, it could cause serious burns or
could cause someone to slip on the floor
and be seriously injured.

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• To avoid electrocution, make sure that

all electrical cords are not frayed or
cracked and that they do not pass
through any water or shortening.

• Make sure that all electrical cords are

routed so that no one will trip over them.

1 Installation

Unpacking the Fryer

1. Use a fork lift to transport the shipping crate

to the work station.

2. Break down the shipping crate.

3. Remove all the packing materials from the

fryer. These include foam, tape, brown
paper, plastic, and white protective coating.

4. Check the fryer carefully for any damage

that may have occurred during shipping.
File any claims with the shipping company.

5. Position the fryer to allow sufficient space

on either end of the machine for any
equipment you plan to use with it.

Initial Cleaning

Clean your fryer before using it. Wipe the inside
of the kettle with a soft, damp cloth. Dry the
kettle thoroughly.

WARNING

To avoid electrocuting yourself or
damaging the machine, never allow water,
steam, cleaning solution, or other liquid to
enter the heater head or the electrical box.

WARNING

Never let water and hot shortening come in

contact with each other. Moisture causes
hot shortening to spatter, which may cause
serious injury. Prior to use, make sure the

kettle and any other parts you have washed

are dry.

Installing the Fryer

1. Make sure the power requirements of the

machine, found on the data/name plate,
match your power source.

2. Set the fryer cabinet on a flat, dry counter or

table.

3. Level the fryer.

4. Connect the fryer to a properly grounded

power source. Do not turn on the power.

5. When first filling the kettle with shortening,

if a hydrogenated or semi-solid shortening is
used, melt some shortening and pour it into
the kettle.

6. Cover the elements, thermostat bulb and high

temperature limit control bulb with
shortening before turning on the power.

Do not turn the thermostat above 250°F

until all the shortening has melted.

7. Due to the delicate mechanism of the

thermostat, it is possible for it to get out of
adjustment. If this occurs, recalibrate per the
instructions in section 4.

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WARNING

8. The heater head assembly is equipped with a

high temperature limit control. Push the reset
button on the back of the heater head if
power to the heater elements is cut off.

9. When heating shortening that has solidified,

a pocket of shortening may overheat and
cause the high temperature limit control to
cut power to the elements. Push the reset
button to resume heating.

Moving the Fryer

If you ever want to move the fryer to a different
workstation, follow this procedure:

1. Turn off the fryer and disconnect it from the
power source.

2. Allow the machine and the shortening to
cool.

WARNING

6. Level the fryer and connect it to the power
source, as explained in “Installing the Fryer”
above.

Do not touch hot shortening. It can cause

serious burns.

3. Remove the shortening from the fryer as
explained in “Removing the Shortening” in
Section 3.

WARNING

To avoid burns, falls, other injury, or

death, never attempt to move the fryer

when it has shortening or other liquid in it.

WARNING

Thoroughly clean and dry the floor if

shortening is spilled. Materials on the floor

can cause people to slip or fall, resulting in

serious injury or loss of life.

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2 Operation

Read each step completely before doing what it
tells you to do.

1. Put enough shortening in the kettle to
completely cover the heating elements,
thermocouple, and high-temperature limit
control probe.

Put shortening in the kettle using one of

these methods:

WARNING

Hot shortening causes severe burns.

• Melt shortening in a pan on the stove

and pour it into the kettle.

• Put solid shortening into the kettle,

packing it tightly around the heating
elements, thermocouple, and high­temperature limit control probe.

• Melt shortening in a pan on the stove

and pour it into the kettle.

• Very carefully put solid shortening into

the kettle.

WARNING

To avoid serious burns, be very careful not

to splatter hot shortening when you add

shortening to the kettle.

Because shortening expands as it increases

in temperature, put shortening in the kettle
gradually. Let the shortening in the kettle
heat up before you add more.

5. After all of the shortening has melted, set the
thermostat to the desired frying temperature.

The “Heating” pilot light will go out if the
high temperature limit control breaks the
circuit.

WARNING

Air spaces can cause the shortening to

overheat and catch on fire.

2. Turn on the unit by turning the thermostat
clockwise 1/16 turn. When the unit is turned
on, the power light located next to the
thermostat knob will be lit.

3. Set the thermostat to 250°F/121°C. The
“Heating” pilot light above the elements will
light up, indicating that the shortening has
not yet reached the selected temperature.

4. Continue adding shortening to the kettle
until it reaches the “Oil Level” marks on the
kettle. Use one of the following methods.

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Note: If the high temperature limit control
does break the circuit, push the red reset
button on the back of the heater head.

6. Wait for the shortening to reach the desired
temperature.

WARNING

To avoid serious burns, when the fryer is

operating, do not touch any part of the

fryer that is in contact with hot shortening.

7. If you are frying cake or French donuts,
move the cutter into place over the fryer.
Refer to the cutter manual (Type N cutter)
for complete installation and operation
instructions.

To fry yeast-raised donuts, place donuts on

the fry screen and slowly lower the screen
into the fryer. With the donut stick, turn the
donuts over to fry the top side. Remove the
fry screen and donuts when the donuts are
completely fried by lifting up the fry screen
with the donuts on top of it. Immediately
place on or over a tray to catch dripping
shortening.

WARNING

Hot shortening will drip off the fry screens,

causing a slip hazard. To avoid serious

injury or loss of life, be very careful and

immediately clean up any drips.

WARNING

Frying Tips

1. Use a high quality hydrogenated shortening.

2. Store your supply of cooking shortening at

room temperature.

3. To prolong the life of the shortening, do not

keep shortening at high temperature if the
fryer is not being used.

4. Drain and strain shortening periodically.

Several layers of cheesecloth will do a good
job of filtering.

5. Keep the fryer and screens clean.

6. Maintain shortening at the proper level in the

fryer. Add fresh shortening to keep the level
at the “Oil Level” marks stamped on the
kettle sides.

7. Add at least 15% fresh shortening to your

kettle daily.

To avoid serious burns, be careful of hot

shortening dripping from the fry screens.

Do not touch hot shortening and

immediately clean up spills and drips.

8. Continue supplying shortening to the kettle
as required. Keep the kettle filled up to the
“Oil Level” marks on the side.

9. When you are done frying donuts, move the
thermostat knob counter-clockwise as far as
it will go.

8. Discard shortening as soon as it tends to

bubble or foam during frying.

9. At least once a day, cool a small sample of

shortening from the fryer and taste it to see if
it has picked up a foreign or rancid taste.

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Cleaning 3

For your safety, observe the following warnings
throughout the entire cleaning process.

WARNING

Thoroughly clean and dry the floor if

shortening, water, or other materials are

spilled. Materials spilled on the floor can

cause serious injury or loss of life.

WARNING

To avoid electrocuting yourself or

damaging the machine, never allow water,

steam, shortening, cleaning solution, or any

other liquid to enter the electrical box or

the heater head.

WARNING

To avoid being burned in an explosion,

never use any flammable materials for

cleaning.

Cleaning the Frying Screen

1. In a sink or a dishwasher, wash the frying
screen using warm water and mild detergent.
Do not use an abrasive cleaner or scraper.

2. Rinse the frying screen in clear water.

3. Dry the frying screen thoroughly, using a
soft cloth, before you use it again.

WARNING

Dry the frying screen thoroughly.

Moisture causes hot shortening to spatter,

which may cause serious injury.

4. Check the frying screen to make sure no
metal is flaking off of it. If the screen is
flaking, replace it immediately, so you do
not get metal particles in your product.

Cleaning the Kettle

Removing the Shortening

WARNING

Cleaning the Exterior
Surfaces

1. Clean the polished and painted surfaces of
the fryer with a soft, damp cloth. Use a non­abrasive cleaner to remove any
discoloration.

2. Polish these surfaces with a soft, dry cloth.

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To avoid being burned or electrocuted,

disconnect the fryer from the power source

before cleaning it.

1. Disconnect the machine from the power

source.

2. Let the shortening cool to 100°F/38°C.

3. Carefully dip out the shortening into a

suitable container. Do not disturb the
accumulated sediment in the bottom of the
kettle.

WARNING

Do not use a plastic container. If the

shortening is not cool enough, the container

will melt, possibly causing you to be

burned, and causing shortening spill.

WARNING

Do not allow the shortening to overflow the

containers. Shortening will get on the

floor, and if the shortening is not cool

enough, you may be burned.

4. After the kettle has been drained, brush any

accumulated carbon from the heater coils.
Accumulated carbon causes corrosion and
poor heat recovery.

5. Remove the drain tray.

WARNING

Washing

1. Wash the kettle carefully with detergent to

remove all stains and burned shortening.

2. Scrub the inside of the kettle. Do not use

any abrasive cleaners or scrapers.

WARNING

To avoid being burned, be very careful as

you work with hot cleaning solution. Never

put your hands in the solution. Wear

gloves and long sleeves in case any solution

splashes.

3. Dry the kettle thoroughly with a soft cloth

before replacing in the fryer cabinet.

WARNING

Dry the kettle thoroughly. Moisture causes

hot shortening to spatter, which may cause

serious injury.

Thoroughly clean and dry the floor if

shortening is spilled. Shortening on the

floor can cause serious injury or loss of life.

6. Remove the heater head and element.

7. Lift out the kettle and pour out the remaining

shortening and accumulated sediment.

8. Flush out the kettle with hot water to remove

all sediment.

4. Make sure the kettle is properly seated in the

case.

5. Install the heater head.

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Calibrating The Fryer 4

Calibration of 618-6
Temperature Indicator

To check calibration, use the
following steps.

1. Turn the dial of the thermostat to a medium

temperature setting of approximately 350° F.

2. Allow enough time for the temperature to

stabilize and the thermostat to cycle ON and
OFF.

3. Use a potentiometer or a good grade of

thermometer to determine temperature.

To Recalibrate:

1. Remove the ring (A) and glass crystal.

2. Insert a screwdriver in slot B, and while

holding the slotted stem in position, move the
temperature indicating needle (C) to the
correct setting with your finger.

3. Check the temperature of the frying area

again and check this against the indicator
temperature reading.

4. Re-install the ring (A) and glass crystal.

Calibrating the Thermostat

To check calibration:

1. Important: Make sure that the fryer is filled

with shortening. Read the warnings on the
control panel about high temperatures.

2. Use a good thermometer that reads

temperatures up to 400°F/204°C. Place the
thermometer in the shortening.

3. Set the fryer temperature to 375°F/190°C.

Allow enough time for the temperature to
stabilize.

4. During a 10 minute test period, the

temperature should not fall below
365°F/185°C, or exceed 385°F/196°C.

To Recalibrate:

1. Remove temperature dial from shaft B by

pulling upward.

2. Using a small screwdriver, turn screw A as

follows:

• Counter clockwise to increase

temperature

• Clockwise to decrease temperature

3. Replace the control dial on the dial shaft

4. Recheck the calibration and continue

adjusting as necessary.

Each thermostat is adjusted at the factory and
calibrated on precision instruments to control
temperatures accurately. Adjustment or
recalibration is not needed unless the thermostat
has been mishandled in transit or changed or
abused while in service.

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Appendixes

A Donut-Making Helps
B Electrical Components
C Parts Lists
D Wiring Diagram
E Limited Warranty

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A Donut-Making Helps

Care, Maintenance and
Cleaning Plungers,
Cylinders and Hoppers

The plungers and cylinders of your donut
machine are precision instruments built from
alloy steels and aluminum. They should be
handled with care to give continued satisfactory
performance.

When cleaning aluminum, selection of the right
type of cleaner is your most important
consideration. Any household dish washing
detergent which is safe for aluminum does a
good job of cleaning and does not attack
aluminum. Strong alkali cleaners, such as lye,
soda ash, and tri-sodium phosphate will discolor
or even corrode aluminum even in weak
solutions.

WARNING

To prevent injury, disconnect machine
from power source before removing or

installing plungers, cylinders, or hopper.

DO NOT handle roughly or drop on hard

surfaces.
DO NOT mix with other utensils in the sink

when washing.
DO NOT allow to rust. Always wash parts

thoroughly. Dry completely and then lubricate
with mineral oil or liquid shortening before
storing or reinstalling in the machine.

DO NOT force the machine if it becomes
jammed. Disassemble and remove any
obstruction to prevent damage to the plungers.

Washing Plungers, Cylinders and
Hoppers by Hand

1. Remove “O” rings if so equipped.

2. Use plenty of hot water

3. Add cleaner approved for aluminum in

concentrations recommended by
manufacturer.

4. Presoak to loosen stubborn or dried-on

deposits.

5. Use a non-scratching plastic scour cloth to

remove soil and restore luster.

6. Rinse in clear, hot water (170-190°F, 77-

88°C)

7. Wipe completely dry.

8. Dip plungers and cylinders in mineral oil or

liquid shortening to prevent rust and sticking.

Machine Washing Plungers,
Cylinders and Hoppers

1. Remove “O” rings, if so equipped.

2. Clean, hot water must be used with a

minimum temperature of 160°F (71°C) for
single tank conveyor or machines. For all
other machines, a temperature of 140-160°F
(60-71°C) must be used.

3. Use clean, hot water (170-190°F; 77-88°C)

during the rinsing cycle. Avoid
contamination of the rinsing water with the
detergent.

4. Dry completely. Dip plungers and cylinders

in mineral oil or liquid shortening to prevent
rust and sticking.

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CAUTION

Never immerse main cutter frame

assemblies, cams, bearings, rollers or

electrical components in water.

Special Instructions for the care of
French Plungers

The French plunger must be handled with great
care. Before each use, put one drop of mineral
oil on each of the gibs that slide in the grooves
near the top of the plunger. After each use,
unscrew the lower piston and remove the product
former. Thoroughly wash and dry and then oil
the parts with mineral oil or liquid shortening to
prevent sticking. Reassemble the plunger. Be
certain that the bottom piston is threaded into
place completely.

Tips on Making Quality
Cake Donuts

• Use the correct batter temperature.
In general, the correct batter temperature is

75°-80°F/24°-27°C. Check the mix
manufacturer’s instructions, as the
recommended temperature range may vary.

If the batter is too warm, the donuts will lack

volume and may “ring out” or be misshapen.
If the batter is too cold, the donuts will stay
under the shortening too long, fry too
slowly, and crack open or ball up. They
may also absorb excess shortening and lose
volume.

• Use the correct floor time.
A floor time of 10 minutes between mixing

and cutting allows the baking powder to
react with the water. This helps the donuts
attain the proper volume the proper level of
shortening penetration.

If the floor time exceeds 30 minutes, the mix

will gas off, the donuts will lose volume and
shape and will absorb too much shortening.

• Use the correct frying temperature.
The correct shortening temperature for

frying is 370°-380°F/188°-193°C.

If the shortening is too hot, the donuts will

fry too quickly on the outside and will lose
volume. The donuts may also become dense
inside.

If the shortening is too cold, the donuts will

spread too rapidly, will form large rings, will
tend to crack open, will be too light in
appearance, and will absorb too much
shortening.

• Maintain the proper shortening level. We

recommend a distance of 1 1/4” between the
cutter and the shortening.

If the shortening is too deep, the donuts may

not turn over when they reach the turner,
causing them to cook unevenly.

If the shortening is too shallow (too far

below the cutter), the donuts may not drop
flat, may turn over while submerging and
surfacing, and may become irregular,
cracked, or rough-crusted.

• Ensure that the donuts absorb the right

amount of shortening.

Donuts should absorb 1-1/2 to 3 oz/42 to 85

g of shortening per dozen, depending on
their weight. You can achieve proper
absorption by following tips 1-3.

• If the donuts do not absorb enough

shortening, they will not keep well.

If they absorb too much shortening, they

will lose volume and may become
misshapen. If this happens, follow tips 1-3,
mix the batter a little longer than usual, turn
the donuts as soon as they become golden
brown, and turn the donuts only once.

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Calculating Correct Water
Temperature

The following is an example of how to calculate
the correct water temperature to use. You must

Cake Donuts Yeast-Raised Donuts

Room temperature 72 22.2 72 22.2

Dry mix temperature +70 +21.1 +70 +21.1

Total A

Desired batter temperature 75 23.9 80 26.7

x3

Total B

Total B

-Total A

Desired water temp. for cake donuts

Temperature increase during mixing (average: 30°F/17°C)

Desired water temperature for yeast-raised donuts

°F

142 43.3 142 43.3

225 71.7 240 80.1

225 71.7 240 80.1

-142

83°F

use your own room temperature, dry mix
temperature, desired batter temperature, and, if
you are making yeast-raised donuts, estimated
temperature increase during mixing.

x3 x3 x3

-43.3 -142 -43.3

Figure from above 98 36.8

°C

28.4°C

98 36.8

°F

↓

-30 -17

68°F

°C

↓

19.8°C

Ratios of Plunger Sizes to
Donut Weights

The weights given are for donuts without icings
or other toppings. They are provided for
reference only, as weights vary according to the
density of the batter.

Plunger Size Donut Weight per

Dozen

1” 5-8 oz/142-227 g
1 7/16” 10-17 oz/283-482 g
1 9/16” 14-21 oz/397-595 g

1 13/16” 19-23 oz/539-652 g

Temperature Conversion

To convert temperatures from Fahrenheit to
Celsius, subtract 32 from °F and divide the result
by 1.8. For example, 212°F-32/1.8 = 100°C.

To convert temperatures from Celsius to
Fahrenheit, multiply °C by 1.8 and add 32 to the
result. For example, (100°C x 1.8) + 32 = 212°F.

°F °C °F °C

55 12.8 340 171.1
60 15.6 345 173.9
65 18.3 350 176.7
70 21.2 355 179.4
75 23.9 360 182.2

80 26.7 365 185.0
325 162.8 370 187.8
330 165.6 375 190.6
335 168.3 380 193.3

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B Electrical Components

This appendix explains how to test the continuity
of electrical components in your fryer. These
include the toggle switch and the thermostat.

The appendix also contains a document by the
Robertshaw Controls Company, the maker of the
thermostat we use in the 618L, 624, and 634. It
explains how to check, adjust, and recalibrate the
thermostat.

Testing the Continuity of
the Toggle Switch

WARNING

To avoid the possibility of electric shock,

disconnect the machine from the power

source before testing.

1. Disconnect the machine from the power
source.

2. Disconnect the terminal wires from the
switch.

switch
terminals

toggle switch

+

battery
_

Figure B-1. Toggle Switch Continuity Test.

3. Obtain a continuity tester or a volt-ohm
meter. If neither of these instruments is
available, make a continuity tester using a
battery and a bulb. See Figure B-1.

4. Connect the wires of the continuity tester to
the switch terminals, as shown in Figure B­1, and test the switch in the ON and OFF
positions. The switch should show
continuity only when in the ON position.

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Testing the Continuity of
the Thermostat

WARNING

To avoid the possibility of electric shock,

disconnect the machine from the power

source before testing.

1. Disconnect the machine from the power
supply.

2. Disconnect the terminal wires from the
thermostat.

3. Connect the continuity tester across the B
terminals indicated in Figure B-2. This set
of contacts should be closed whenever the
thermostat is on. To test, start with the
thermostat in the OFF position. Then turn
the thermostat up until you hear a distinct
click (at about the 175°F/79°C setting). At
this time, there should be continuity across
the B terminals.

setting of the thermostat until it does. Then
recalibrate the thermostat according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. If the indicator or
light will not go off at any setting or
recalibration, then the thermostat is defective.

“B” terminals

“A” terminals

Figure B-2. Thermostat Terminals.

4. Connect the continuity tester across the A
terminals indicated in Figure B-2. Start with
the thermostat in the OFF position and turn
the thermostat up until you hear a distinct
click. If there is no continuity (the indicator
or light does not come on), proceed to
step 5.

5. With the continuity tester still connected,
turn the thermostat knob to OFF and remove
the knob. There is an adjusting screw in the
center of the knob stem. Turn it counter­clockwise until there is continuity. If there
is no continuity (the indicator or light does
not come on), then the thermostat is
defective. If there is continuity, proceed to
step 6.

6. Immerse the thermostat sensing bulb in a

pan of boiling water and set the thermostat at
about 212°F/100°C. The continuity tester’s
indicator or light should go off. If the indicator
or light does not go off, increase the temperature

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C Parts Lists

The following pages contain lists of the parts that
make up the 616B and 616BT Fryers.

IMPORTANT

You can use the parts lists to order replacement
parts. When you do, please provide electrical
information about your fryer. Some of the part
numbers vary according to the voltage, phase,
and cycle of the machine.

The parts lists and assembly drawings are

meant as guides. Because Belshaw

constantly improves its products, parts lists

and assembly drawings may not reflect the

most recent design changes.

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FIGURE C-1. 616B/616BT FINAL ASSEMBLY.

BILL OF MATERIAL FASTENERS
ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 1 --------------- Heater Head Assembly A 1 1/4-20 Hex Nut
1 616B-1500 208 Volt, 4000 Watts B 4 ¼-20x5/8 Hex Head Mch. Screw
1 616B-1501 236 Volt, 4400 Watts C 1 10-24x1 Socket Head Cap Screw
1 616BT-1500 (Not Shown) 616BT; 208 Volt, 4000

Watts

1 616BT-1501 (Not Shown) 616BT; 236 Volt, 4400

Watts
2 2 616-512 Frying Screen Assembly
3 1 634-76 Tilt Latch Sleeve
4 1 616-1004 Drain Tray Assembly
5 1 616-18 Kettle
6 1 616-7A *Proofing Screen
7 1 616-7C *Proofing Screen Detachable Handle
8 1 616-1003 Frying Case Assembly (Includes items

{4}#9, {4}#10)
9 4 H-13A-2 Fryer Leg
10 4 H-13A-1 Neoprene Foot
11 1 634-75 Bracket Sleeve
12 1 616-25 Backup Plate
13 1 616-21 Head Mounting Bracket R.H.
14 1 616-24 Tilt Launch
15 1 616-20 Head Mounting Bracket L.H.
16 3 618-116 Label – “Caution – Hot”
17 1 EP18/24-

140

616-1014 *(Not Shown) Dual Fryer Mounting

* Optional Equipment

Label – “Belshaw”

Kit (Includes #616-508 Joining Plate

Assembly, N-22 Column Arm, N-48

Pivot Arm, & All Fasteners)

D E 1 1 #10

¼-20x1-1/2

F 10-24 Hex Nut

SAE Flat Washer
Socket Head Cap Screw

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FIGURE C-2. 616B/616BT HEATER HEAD ASSEMBLY.

BILL OF MATERIAL FASTENERS
ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 1 ----------- Heater Head Case Assembly: A 5 10-24x3/8 Round Head Slotted Mch. Screw
1 616B-500 616B Fryer Only B 2 6-21x1/4 Pan Head Slotted Mch. Screw
1 616BT-505 616BT Fryer Only C 2 5/8-18 Hex Jam Nut
2 1 618-8A Thermostat Knob D 2 5/8” Metal Washer
3 2 618-11 Pilot Loght – 220 Volt E 2 #6x3/8 Blunt Nose Sheet Metal Screw
4 1 DR42-607 Limit Control Mounting Bracket F 6 10-24 Hex Nut
5 1 FM200-65 High Temperature Limit Control G 6 #10 Internal Tooth Lockwasher
6 1 DR42-162 Thermostat H 1 10-24x5/8 Round Head Slotted Mch. Screw
7 1 616BT-15 Heater Head Bottom J 2 10-24x1 Round Head Slotted Mch. Screw
8 1 616BT-507 Power Cord Assembly K 2 5/8” Fiber Washer
9 1 H-12 Cord Clamp L 1 #4x3/16 Blunt Nose Sheet Metal Screw
10 1 616B-3 Power Cord Tie Down Clamp M 2 Round Head Slotted Mch. Screw
11 1 ----------- Heater Head Skirt Assembly N 2 Round Head Slotted Mch. Screw
1 614A-503 616B Fryer Only P 2 Round Head Slotted Mch. Screw
1 616BT-508 616BT Fryer Only
12 1 H-40 Upper Bulb Bracket
13 1 ----------- Heater Element (Incl. {2}C,

{2}D, {2}K):
1 H-1 208 Volt, 4000 Watts
1 H-1A 236 Volt, 4400 Watts
14 1 H-41 Lower Bulb Bracket
15 1 614-17 Bulb Bracket
16 1 616B-2 Bulb Bracket Plate

616BT Fryer Parts Not Shown:
618-6 Temperature Indicator

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D Wiring Diagrams

This section contains the wiring diagram for this machine.
616B-4000 (Domestic)

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US/Canada/Mexico Limited Warranty and Return Policy

Belshaw Brothers Inc. warrants parts of its manufacture and assembly of equipment to be free from
defects in workmanship and material which would result in product failure under normal use and
service. Belshaw’s entire liability under this Warranty is limited to either repairing or replacing at its
factory or; on user’s premises, at Belshaw’s option, any equipment or parts thereof, which shall be
determined by Belshaw to be defective. If necessary to return parts to the factory they must be shipped
transportation charges prepaid. This shall be purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy.

Belshaw reserves the right to make changes in design; or add any improvement, at any time without
incurring any obligations to install, the same, on equipment previously sold.

This warranty is expressly in lieu of any and all other warranties express or implied, including:
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose, and all other
obligations or liabilities what so ever on Belshaw’s part. All statutory or implied warranties,
other than title, are expressly nullified and excluded.

Belshaw neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for it any obligation or liability
in connection with the sale of Belshaw’s products or parts thereof.

Possession, use/or operation of equipment, or parts sold hereunder for any other than their designed
purpose, or use of equipment which is in poor repair, modified, improperly operated, or neglected is
done at the owner’s risk. Belshaw hereby disclaims any liability for these actions and shall not be liable
for defects in or for any damages or loss to the property sold which is attributable to such actions.

Under no circumstances shall Belshaw be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages arising out of, or from the use of Belshaw’s product by buyer, it
assignees, employees, agents or customers.

Belshaw makes no express warranties except those contained in this Warranty concerning the product
sold hereunder. No modification or alteration of this Warranty shall be made except by Belshaw in
writing.

Warranty Period / Guidelines

This limited warranty shall extend for a period of one year from date of shipment and to the original
owner only. It covers parts (manufactured by Belshaw) and labor. This warranty covers only items sold
within the United States, Canada and Mexico. A pre-authorization must be obtained from Belshaw
before any warranty work is carried out, failure to do so may void the warranty of the product.

Limited Warranty
With respect to parts not manufactured by Belshaw, warranty coverage shall be limited to the original
part manufacturer’s warranty, or the Belshaw limited warranty, whichever is the lesser coverage period.
In no case will the warranty be in excess of 18 months after date of shipment of the equipment.

Replacement parts provided under the terms of this warranty are warranted for the remainder of the
original warranty period applicable to the product.

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Exclusions

This warranty excludes from its coverage and does not apply to: (a) solenoid and relay coils; (b) lamps;
(c) “O” rings; (d) belts; and (e) impellers. These items are excluded because (1) failure is usually due
to causes beyond our control; (2) it is not practical to accurately determine the failure cause; and (3) the
normal life of the parts is shorter than our warranty period.

Procedure for Return:

To speed up your credits for returned equipment, we have a return goods policy and procedure. Our
procedure starts with a phone call to [phone] or Service Department for a return authorization.
When contacting Service Dept. you should be ready to give:

• Customer name, address, phone number and individual’s name, Invoice number and date,
Model number and serial number, reason for return, i.e. credit, exchange, warranty, or repair.

Description of item and problem.
When we get this information we will issue you a Return of Goods Authorization Number (RGA). This

number must be marked clearly on the outside of the package. If the package is not clearly marked
with the RGA#, then the package will be returned unopened to the sender. The RGA# will be open for
30 days, if returnable goods have not been received within the 30 days, then RGA# will be voided.

Return goods must be:

• Returned freight prepaid, packaged securely and carefully so that in-transit damage cannot occur.

• Marked so the package contains the RGA# in the first line of the address line, “Attn: RGA#” (the

number being the number given you by the Belshaw service department.)

Please note the following:

• If the returned goods were sent to you due to our mistake, then we will pay all freight charges via
our choice of carrier.

• If the returned goods failed while in service and are still covered by warranty, they need to be
returned freight prepaid by you. We will then replace the goods at no charge.

• When returning parts for re-stock: our minimum re-stocking charge is 20% of original invoice
amount or $20 (whichever is greater), providing the equipment is in new, never-been-used
condition. Restocking charges may be increased above the minimum, depending on how much
rework the returned goods need. Final determination will be made after factory inspection of goods.

• No RGA# will be issued if the item in question was invoiced anytime prior to 180 days of the
request

Following these guidelines will help expedite the processing of your return.

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Donut Cutter

Type N

Operator’s Manual

If you accept the machine from the shipping
company, you are, in effect, saying that the
machine is in good condition, and you must
pay for the machine. The freight company has

accepted responsibility for the safe delivery of
our machines. For your protection, inspect the
machine to see that no parts are bent, scratched,
or otherwise damaged. If any damage has
occurred in shipping, file a freight claim with the
shipping company immediately.

IMPORTANT

Keep this manual for reference purposes.

EQUIPMENT RECORD

Please provide the information below when you correspond with us about your machine.

Purchased by ______________________________________________________________________

Installed by _______________________________________________________________________

Date of installation __________________________ Model number _________________________

Serial number ______________________________________________________________________

0103

MN-1541EN

Belshaw Bros., Inc.

1750 22nd Avenue South

Seattle, WA 98144-4590 USA

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Toll Free: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

http://www.belshaw.com

Contents

1 Installation 1

Wall Mount 1
Fryer Mount 2
Assembly 2

2 Operating 3
3 Cleaning 4
4 Maintenance 5
5 Appendix 6

Factory Parts & Repair Service 7
Parts List 8
French Plunger Drawing (N-1008) 10
French Plunger Cleaning Instructions 11
Cake Donut Plunger Chart 12
Care, Maintenance & Cleaning Instructions for Plungers, Cylinders & Hoppers 14
Tables & Formulas used in Donut Making 15
Tips on Making Quality Cake Donuts 16
Care and Cleaning of Belshaw Cutters and Dispensers 17
Limited Warranty Insert

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Preface

The Type N Variety Cutter is designed to cut
cake donut products and deposit them in a
variety of smaller fryers. It is designed to be
mounted on a wall or on a fryer mount.

During production, the operator must move the
Cutter, holding the guide handle, to deposit
donuts in the desired locations in the fryer. The
operator must work safely at all times and read
this manual and follow its instructions and
warnings.

A thorough understanding of how to install,
maintain, and safely operate the Type N Variety
Cutter will prevent production delays and
injuries. Heed the following warnings and all
other warnings that appear in this manual:

 Make sure the machine is mounted

securely. Doing so will prevent the
machine from tipping over or falling,
which could cause serious injury.

WARNING

Never put your hand in the hopper or

between trip arms while machine is being

operated.

DANGER!

When the cutter is column mounted, the

fryer must be securely fastened to the floor

to prevent tipping or overturning the fryer.

If the fryer is tipped, SERIOUS BURNS or

other injury can occur.

 When the machine is column-mounted

on a fryer, make sure the fryer is
securely fastened to the floor. If the
fryer is not fastened to the floor, the
weight of the cutter could cause the fryer
to tip over, resulting in serious burns,
other injury, or death.

 To avoid damaging the machine, never

use force to assemble, disassemble,
operate, clean, or maintain it.

 Be careful never to get shortening,

water, or other materials on the floor. If
anything does get spilled on the floor,
clean the area immediately. Materials on
the floor can cause people to slip or fall,
resulting in serious injury or loss of life.

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Installation 1

This machine is designed to be used on either a
wall mount or a fryer mount. This should be
specified when the machine is ordered from the
factory. If the mounting is not specified, the
fryer mount will be shipped.

Wall Mount consists of:
Wall Plate #0004
Wall Arm Pin #0011
Set Collar #0121
Arm Bushing #0120
6 Lag Bolts, 5/16-1 ½”
Fryer Mount consists of:
Column, 1 1/8” Dia., #0132-2 (20” Long)
Or #0132-3 (48” Long)
Set Collar #0121
2 Fryer Brackets; #591-16 or #0133
4 Mounting bolts, ¼-20 x 1, NC

Installation of Wall Mount

It is necessary to provide a good solid support for
mounting the machine to the wall. We suggest
the use of a 2 x 4” timber, securely fastened to
the wall. This 2 x 4 should be long enough to
extend upward from the floor to a distance
approximately 18” higher than the top of the
frying kettle.

If the wall is wood, the 2 x 4 should be securely
spiked to the wall. If the wall is brick, holes
should be drilled, and the 2 x 4 fastened by lag
bolts with expansion bolt shields.

1. Set the frying kettle in position directly in

front or a little to the right of the wall
support, and approximately 6” from the

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wall. The Variety Cutter can be mounted
from either side of the kettle or between 2
kettles.

2. Lay a straight edge, (a board will do)

across the kettle top to the 2 x 4.

3. Measure up 9” and mark center which

will be the correct height and position for
the top hole in the wall plate. Drill a ¼”
hole at this point and fasten the wall plate
with the lag screws which come with the
machine.

4. Determine the correct vertical position of

the wall plate, then screw the plate down
securely to the 2 x 4 using all 6 screws.

5. To locate the curved arm section in place

on the wall plate, the large bushing
should be installed in the curved arm
section. The set collar should be installed
on the large bushing under the curved
arm. Then slide the ½” pin through the
upper bearing hole on the wall plate,
through the bushing and then through the
lower bearing hole on the wall plate.
Place washer provided on the upright pin
to serve as a thrust bearing. Oil pin
lightly with light machine oil.

6. Set the small straight arm in place on the

pin of the first bracket arm. This should
be also mounted so that the pin is
pointing up. Place ½” washer provided
on the pin. Oil pin lightly with light
machine oil.

7. The donut cutter should be mounted on

the pin of the straight arm. Adjust the set
collar under the curved arm to give the
proper clearance. (A) The guard flange
of the hopper base when mounted on the
machine should just clear the rim of the

fryer. (B) The bottom of the cutter
should be 1” to 1 ¼” from the surface of
the shortening.

Installation of Fryer Mount

(NOTE: For mounting to 616A or 616”AT
fryers, see instructions for Cut-N-Fry
Combination).

This equipment is designed as a universal unit,
and can be mounted on the corner of most fryers.
The mounting brackets should be mounted on the
back corner on the opposite side of the drain tray.
They can be fastened to the fryer case using ¼”
bolts. Washers and nuts should be used if the
mount is made on the sheet metal case.

1. The brackets should be mounted so as to

be approximately 12” apart if possible.
The upper bracket should be as near the
top of the fryer as possible.

2. After brackets are installed, the mounting

column should be put in place so that it
rests on the surface on which the fryer is
sitting. Then lock with the set screws in
the mounting brackets.

3. Slide set collar into rod (pin up and

toward the back for countertop fryers; pin
down for floor models). Place so that top
of collar is 6” above the rim of the fryer.
This will give approximate location. Oil
rod above set collar lightly with machine
oil.

4. Place bracket arm with large hole on the

rod, sliding down until it rests on the set
collar. This should be set so that the 4”
long pin is pointing up. Place nylon
washer provided on the pin to serve as a
thrust bearing. Oil pin lightly.

6. The donut cutter should be mounted on

the pin of the outer arm. Adjust the set
collar under the inner arm to give the
proper clearance. (A) The guard flange
of the hopper base, when mounted in the
machine, should just clear the rim of the
fryer. (B) The bottom of the cutter
should be 1” to 1 ¼” from the surface of
the shortening.

To Assemble the Cutter

1. Position hopper on the small bracket arm

setting mounting hole over the bracket
pin.

2. Insert hopper base in bottom of cylinder,

pushing up to force lock pin out. When
hopper base is fully inserted, rotate until
lock pin goes into place.

3. Position crank case on the double

locating studs. Do not push the crank
case fully into position, holding back
approximately ½”. Start the lock nut on
the end of the threaded locating pin.

4. Insert the plunger by passing rods

through the opening in the hopper center
and having the plunger bearing above the
hopper arch. Lower the plunger bearing
into the bearing seat in the hopper center.
Align the arms with the plunger pins.
When the forks on the trip arms are in
line with the plunger pins, tighten the
crank case locknut which pushes the
crank case into position. Then tighten
lock screw on the hopper center bearing
to hold plunger bearing in place.

5. Set the small straight arm in place on the

pin of the first bracket. This should be
also mounted so that the pin is pointing
up. Place the nylon washer provided on
the pin. Oil lightly with machine oil.

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Operation 2

Operation of this machine is very simple, but
there are some details to which we would call
your attention in order to get the best results, and
keep your machine in perfect running condition.

1. See that all lock nuts are kept tight when

running machine.

2. Rotate the crank while the machine is

empty and see that it runs freely.

3. Set the pointer on the crank to the center

of the dial. To do so, loosen the locknut
on the crank, hold the dial and move the
crank until the required position is
reached, then tighten locknut.

4. When shortening has reached the

required temperature, fill the hopper 2/3
full of dough and crank the machine until
it has cut two donuts into the mixing
bowl. (This expels any air left in the
cutting system).

5. Turn the crank to lowest position which

raises the pistons and permits the
machine to pass freely over the edge of
the kettle. With the machine in position
over the kettle, begin turning the crank
and moving the machine 3 or 4 inches as
each donut is dropped.

6. When the required number of donuts has

been dropped, turn the crank again to
lowest position and swing machine free
of kettle.

7. To regulate the weight of the donuts,

move plunger rods to highest position
which raises one of the pistons out of the
cylinder and allows them to move. The
dial pointer can now be set to quantity
desired and need not be changed until a
different size of donut is desired. To
make donuts larger, move pointer toward
the “L” on the dial. To make donuts
smaller, move dial toward the “S.”

8. To use up the last of the dough in the

hopper, scrape the dough down around
the piston rods, and turn crank slower.

9. The machine should be cleaned as soon

as possible after use. Disassemble by
reversing the assembly procedure. (See
Section 1, Installation).

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Cleaning 3

To facilitate packaging, the Variety Cutter has
been partially disassembled and before use it
should be cleaned and properly assembled.

1. Wash plunger unit in hot water and

detergent, rinse and wipe dry. The
plunger should be lightly oiled with
cooking oil. CAUTION: Never oil
donut machine parts by dipping in hot fat,
unless thoroughly dry.

2. Remove hopper base from hopper by

rotating base approximately ¼ turn to
release lock pin. Then pull down to
remove from hopper. Wash both hopper
and hopper base in water and detergent,
rinse and wipe dry. The cylinder lining
in the hopper base should be lightly oiled
with shortening.

3. Wash the crank assembly with a cloth

dampened with hot water and detergent.
Wipe off with another damp cloth to
remove detergent, and wipe dry. DO

NOT IMMERSE THIS UNIT TO
WASH OR RINSE.

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Maintenance 4

Following are some maintenance and operating hints:

 DO NOT at any time use force to assemble or operate the machine.
 If machine sticks, disassemble to remove obstruction or check to determine cause and correct

same.

 Once each week lubricate the operating cams by putting several drops of oil between trip arms

when crank case is held with trip arms pointing up.

 When cleaning machine after use, do not wash or rinse crank case by immersing in water.

damp cloth only.

Use

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Appendix 5

Factory Parts & Repair Service
Parts List
French Plunger Drawing (N-1008)
French Plunger Cleaning Instructions
Cake Donut Plunger Chart
Care, Maintenance & Cleaning Instructions for Plungers, Cylinders & Hoppers
Tables & Formulas used in Donut Making
Tips on Making Quality Cake Donuts
Care and Cleaning of Belshaw Cutters and Dispensers
Limited Warranty

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Factory Parts and Repair Service

Replacement Part Orders (Include the following information with your order):

1. Model number of your machine

2. Serial number of your machine

3. Voltage, phase and hertz (if applicable)

4. Part number, part name, description, size, etc. (if applicable)

5. Quantity desired

Factory Rebuild Service:
If your machine becomes badly worn or seriously out of adjustment, we have a complete rebuild and

repair service. Call the service department for a Return of Goods Authorization number (RGA#). Return
your machine to the factory (with RGA# on the outside of the box, and on all the paperwork included),
FREIGHT PREPAID, with your instructions, phone number, and the name of the contact person when a
cost estimate has been determined. In most cases, the machine can be shipped back, freight collect, within
five days.

Ship to: Belshaw Bros., Inc.
1750 22

nd

Avenue South

Seattle, WA 98144-4590

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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CARE, MAINTENANCE, and CLEANING INSTRUCTION

for PLUNGERS and HOPPERS

The plungers and hoppers of your Type K are precision instruments built from alloy steels and aluminum. They
should be handled with care to insure continued satisfactory performance.

When cleaning aluminum, selection of the right type cleaner is your most important consideration. Any household
dish washing detergent which is safe for aluminum does a good job of cleaning and does not attack aluminum.
Strong Alkali cleaners, such as lye, soda ash, and tri-sodium phosphate, will discolor or even corrode aluminum
even in weak solutions.

DO NOT Handle roughly or drop on hard surfaces.
DO NOT Mix with other utensils in the sink when washing.
DO NOT Allow to rust. Always wash parts thoroughly. Dry completely and then lubricate with mineral oil or

liquid shortening before storing or reinstalling in unit.
DO NOT Force the machine if it becomes jammed. Disassemble and remove any obstruction to prevent
damage to the plunger.

Washing Plungers and Hoppers by Hand:

1. Remove plunger from hopper.

2. Use plenty of warm water.

3. Add cleaner approved for aluminum in concentrations recommended by manufacturer.

4. Presoak to loosen stubborn or dried-on deposits.

5. Use a non-scratching plastic scour cloth to remove soil and restore luster.

6. Rinse in clear hot water (170-190 deg.)

7. Wipe completely dry.

8. Dip plungers in mineral oil or liquid shortening to prevent rust and sticking.

NOTE: “O” Rings are not used on plungers for Type K Depositors

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CARE OF PANCAKE PLUNGERS:

The pancake plunger must be disassembled and cleaned thoroughly after every use.

1. Remove plunger – Using thumb lift up on Spring Cup Lock Assembly (K-11A), turn 180 degrees, plunger
should release from handle.

2. Remove Cage Assembly (K-22A) by releasing Lock Spring.

3. Remove Valve Assembly (K-20) from Cage Assembly (K-22A).

4. Clean all parts in warm water with recommended detergents.

5. Dry completely.

6. Reassemble plunger.

For instructions on the care and maintenance of French Plungers, see page 11.

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TABLES AND FORMULAS USED IN DONUT MAKING

Calculating Correct Water Temperature

The following is an example of how to calculate
the correct water temperature to use. You must
use your own room temperature, dry mix

Cake Donuts Yeast-Raised Donuts

Room temperature 72 22.2 72 22.2

Dry mix temperature

Total A

Desired batter temperature 75 23.9 80 26.7

Total B

Total B

-Total A

Desired water temp. for cake donuts

Temperature increase during mixing (average: 30 F/17 C)

Desired water temperature for yeast-raised donuts

 F

+70 +21.1 +70 +21.1

142 43.3 142 43.3

x3 x3 x3 x3

225 71.7 240 80.1

225 71.7 240 80.1

-142 -43.3 -142 -43.3

83 F

temperature, desired batter temperature, and, if
you are making yeast-raised donuts, estimated
temperature increase during mixing.

Figure from above 98 36.8

 C

28.4
C

98 36.8

 F



-30 -17

68 F

 C

19.8
C



Ratios of Plunger Sizes to
Donut Weights

The weights given are for donuts without icings
or other toppings. They are provided for
reference only, as weights vary according to the
density of the batter.

Plunger Size Donut Weight per

Dozen

1” 5-8 oz/142-227 g
1 7/16” 10-17 oz/283-482 g
1 9/16” 14-21 oz/397-595 g

1 13/16” 19-23 oz/539-652 g

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Temperature Conversion

To convert temperatures from Fahrenheit to
Celsius, subtract 32 from  F and divide the result
by 1.8. For example, 212 F-32/1.8 = 100 C.
To convert temperatures from Celsius to
Fahrenheit, multiply  C by 1.8 and add 32 to the
result. For example, (100 C x 1.8) + 32 =
212 F.

 F  C  F  C

55 12.8 340 171.1
60 15.6 345 173.9
65 18.3 350 176.7
70 21.2 355 179.4
75 23.9 360 182.2
80 26.7 365 185.0

325 162.8 370 187.8

330 165.6 375 190.6
335 168.3 380 193.3

Tips on Making Quality
Cake Donuts

 Use the correct batter temperature.
In general, the correct batter temperature is

75 -80F/24 -27 C. Check the mix
manufacturer’s instructions, as the
recommended temperature range may vary.

If the batter is too warm, the donuts will lack

volume and may “ring out” or be misshapen.
If the batter is too cold, the donuts will stay
under the shortening too long, fry too
slowly, and crack open or ball up. They
may also absorb excess shortening and lose
volume.

 Use the correct floor time.
A floor time of 10 minutes between mixing

and cutting allows the baking powder to
react with the water. This helps the donuts
attain the proper volume and absorb the
proper amount of shortening.

If the floor time exceeds 30 minutes, the mix

will gas off, the donuts will lose volume and
shape and will absorb too much shortening.

volume. The donuts may also become dense
inside.

If the shortening is too cold, the donuts will

spread too rapidly, will form large rings, will
tend to crack open, will be too light in
appearance, and will absorb too much
shortening.

 Maintain the proper shortening level. We

recommend a distance of 1 1/4” between the
cutter and the shortening.

If the shortening is too deep, the donuts may

not turn over when they reach the turner,
causing them to cook unevenly.

If the shortening is too shallow (too far

below the cutter), the donuts may not drop
flat, may turn over while submerging and
surfacing, and may become irregular,
cracked, or rough-crusted.

 Ensure that the donuts absorb the right

amount of shortening.

Donuts should absorb 1-1/2 to 3 oz/42 to

85 g of shortening per dozen, depending on
their weight. You can achieve proper
absorption by following tips 1-3.

 If the donuts do not absorb enough

shortening, they will not keep well.

 Use the correct frying temperature.
The correct shortening temperature for

frying is 370 -380F/188 -193 C.

If the shortening is too hot, the donuts will

fry too quickly on the outside and will lose

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If they absorb too much shortening, they

will lose volume and may become
misshapen. If this happens, follow tips 1-3,
mix the batter a little longer than usual, turn
the donuts as soon as they become golden
brown, and turn the donuts only once.

Care and Cleaning of Belshaw Cutters and Dispensers

The most important thing when cleaning aluminum is the selection of the right type of cleaner. Strong
alkali cleaners such as lye, soda ash, and tri-sodium phosphate discolor and corrode aluminum, even in
weak solutions. A detergent which contains an inhibitor to prevent the attack on metals, such as those
listed below, does a good job of cleaning and does not attack the aluminum.

List of Approved Cleaners for Aluminum

1. Aluminum Cleaner NE-6 Enthone, Inc. New Haven, CT

2. Cascade Proctor and Gamble Cincinnati, OH

3. Clenesco A&T Cowles Chemical Co. Cleveland, OH

4. Finish Economics Laboratory St. Paul, MN

5. Flash-Dri Cleaner Klenzade Products, Inc. Beloit, WI

6. Kan Wash Wyandotte Chemicals Wyandotte, MI

7. Magnus N Z L Magnus Chemical Co. Garwood, NJ

8. Naccanol NR Flakes National Aniline Division New York, NY

9. Rinse Aid Calgon, Inc. Pittsburgh, PA

10. West Foam Cleaner West Disinfecting Co. Long Island, NY

Batter Temperature Chart (Fahrenheit)

Flour Temperature Water Temperature

55 F 89 F
56 F 88 F
57 F 87 F
58 F 86 F
59 F 85 F
60 F 84 F
61 F 83 F
62 F 82 F
63 F 81 F
64 F 80 F
65 F 79 F
66 F 78 F
67 F 77 F
68 F 76 F
69 F 75 F
70 F 74 F
71 F 73 F
72 F 72 F
73 F 71 F
74 F 70 F
75 F 69 F
76 F 68 F
77 F 67 F
78 F 66 F
79 F 65 F
80 F 64 F

 If flour temperature is above 80F, use

ice water.

 If shop is extra cold, add 2 F to indicated

water temperature.

 If shop is extra warm, subtract 2F from

indicated water temperature.

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