BKI BLF-TC Operators Manual
CS-TM-060.01 Revised 05/16/2018
Electric Autolift Fryer
MODELS BLF-TC
Service Manual
BKI LIMITED WARRANTY
2812 Grandview Dr. • Simpsonville, SC 29680 • USA
(864) 963-3471 • Toll Free: (800) 927-6887 • Fax: (864) 963-5316
WHAT IS COVERED This warranty covers defects in material and workmanship under normal use, and applies only to the
original purchaser providing that:
The equipment has not been accidentally or intentionally damaged, altered or misused;
The equipment is properly installed, adjusted, operated and maintained in accordance with national
and local codes, and in accordance with the installation and operating instructions provided with this
product.
The serial number rating plate affixed to the equipment has not been defaced or removed.
WHO IS COVERED This
warranty
is
extended
to the original
purchaser
and applies only to
equipment purchased
for use in the U.S.A.
COVERAGE PERIOD
Warranty claims must be received in writing by BKI within one (1) year from date of
installation or within one (1) year and three (3) months from data of shipment from the
factory, whichever comes first.
COB Models: One (1) Year limited parts and labor.
COM Models: Two (2) Year limited parts and labor. COM convection ovens also have a two (2)
year door warranty.
CO1 Models: Two (2) Year limited parts and labor. Five (5) Year limited door warranty.
Warranty period begins the date of dealer invoice to customer or ninety (90) days after
shipment date from BKI, whichever comes first.
WARRANTY COVERAGE This
warranty
covers on-site labor, parts and
reasonable
travel
time
and travel e
xpenses
of the
authorized
service
representative
up to (100) miles
round
trip and (2)
hours
travel time and
performed
during regular, weekday business hours.
EXCEPTIONS Any exceptions must be pre-approved in advance and in writing by BKI. The extended door warranty
on convection ovens years 3 through 5 is a parts only warranty and does not include labor, travel,
mileage or any other charges.
EXCLUSIONS
Negligence
or acts of
God,
Thermostat calibrations
after (30) days
from equipment installation date,
Air and gas
adjustments,
Light
bulbs,
Glass doors and
door adjustments,
Fuses,
Adjustments
to
burner
flames and
cleaning of
pilot
burners,
Tightening
of screws or
fasteners,
Failures
caused
by erratic
voltages
or gas
suppliers,
Unauthorized
repair by
anyone other than
a BKI F
actory Authorized
Service Center,
Damage
in
shipment,
Alteration,
misuse or
improper installation,
Thermostats
and safety valves with
broken
capillary tubes,
Freight –
other than normal UPS charges,
Ordinary
wear and
tear,
Failure to follow
installation and/or operating instructions,
Events
beyond control
of the
company.
INSTALLATION Leveling, as well as
proper installation
and check out of all
new equipment -
per
appropriate
installation
and use materials – is the responsibility of the
dealer
or installer, not the
manufacturer.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
BKI genuine
Factory OEM parts receive a (90) day
materials warranty
effective from the date of
installation
by a BKI F
actory Authorized
Service
Center.
Warranty
is in lieu of all
other warranties, expressed
or implied, and all
other obligations
or
liabilities on the
manufacturer’s
part. BKI shall in no
event
be liable for any
special, indirect
or
consequential damages,
or in any
event
for
damages
in excess of the
purchase
price of the
unit. The repair or
replacement
of
proven defective
parts shall
constitute a
fulfillment of all
obligations under
the terms of this
warranty.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................ 1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 2
Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................................... 2
Safety Signs and Messages ................................................................................................................. 2
Specific Precautions ............................................................................................................................. 3
Equipotential ground plane .............................................................................................................. 3
Full Disconnection ............................................................................................................................ 3
Safe Work Practices ............................................................................................................................. 4
Installation ................................................................................................................................................... 8
Operation ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
Start-Up (BLF-TC) .................................................................................................................................... 9
Product Programming ............................................................................................................................. 12
Set Oil Temp ........................................................................................................................................... 16
Set Clock ................................................................................................................................................. 17
Settings ................................................................................................................................................... 18
Frying Log ............................................................................................................................................... 19
Machine Log ........................................................................................................................................... 20
Import/Export .......................................................................................................................................... 21
Change Code .......................................................................................................................................... 24
System I/O .............................................................................................................................................. 25
Cap Touch .............................................................................................................................................. 27
Options .................................................................................................................................................... 28
Screen ..................................................................................................................................................... 29
Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................. 31
Scheduled Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 31
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................... 32
Filter Pump Reset ............................................................................................................................... 33
Replacement Parts .................................................................................................................................... 34
Assemblies .............................................................................................................................................. 34
Components............................................................................................................................................ 45
Accessories ............................................................................................................................................. 47
Wiring Diagrams ........................................................................................................................................ 48
Notes .......................................................................................................................................................... 50
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Introduction
The BLG Fryer is compact, attractive and functional in design. It is constructed of a stainless steel fryer
pot for cleaning ease. Exclusive BKI patented features and safety devices offer flexibility, efficiency and
reliability plus PERFECTION IN FRYING!
The BKI name and trademark on this unit assures you of the finest in design and engineering -- that it has
been built with care and dedication -- using the best materials available. Attention to the operating
instructions regarding proper installation, operation, and maintenance will result in long lasting
dependability to insure the highest profitable return on your investment.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT. If
you have any questions, please contact your BKI Distributor. If they are unable to
answer your questions, contact the BKI Technical Service Department, toll free:
1-800-927-6887. Outside the U.S., call 1-864-963-3471.
Safety Precautions
Always follow recommended safety precautions listed in this manual. Below is the safety alert symbol.
When you see this symbol on your equipment, be alert to the potential for personal injury or property
damage.
Safety Signs and Messages
The following Safety signs and messages are placed in this manual to provide instructions and identify
specific areas where potential hazards exist and special precautions should be taken. Know and
understand the meaning of these instructions, signs, and messages. Damage to the equipment, death or
serious injury to you or other persons may result if these messages are not followed.
This message indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
This message indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
This message indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
This message is used when special information, instructions or identification are
required relating to procedures, equipment, tools, capacities and other special
data.
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Specific Precautions
Risk of fire exists if the oil level drops below 5mm of the maximum oil level.
Use of oil/shortening older than the manufacturer’s recommendations for life of
the oil is prone to surge boiling and flash fires. Follow the oil manufacturer’s
guidelines for the life cycle of oil/shortening.
Do not open the drain valve or the fill valve while the fryer is in operation.
Serious burns may result.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operation and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
Follow instructions regarding effects of surge boiling of over-wet foods and
proper load size.
Equipotential ground plane
When a high current flows through a conductor, differences in potential appear
between the conductor and nearby metallic surfaces near the appliance. As a
result, sparks may be produced between the appliance and surrounding metal
surfaces. These sparks could cause serious injury, damage, or fire.
BKI provides an Equipotential ground terminal for the connection of a bonding
conductor after the installation of the appliance per lEC60417-1. This terminal is
located on the inside of the Power Entry Supply box near the Earth connection
and is marked with this symbol.
Full Disconnection
In accordance with Local and/or National wiring codes, the installer must provide
a means of full disconnection under over voltage Category III conditions. An IEC
approved cord and plug combination will meet this requirement.
Units not provided with a cord and plug do not meet this requirement. In
accordance with Local and/or National wiring codes, the installer must provide
the means of full disconnection.
The fryer is designed to hold a maximum of 75lbs (34KG) of oil/shortening.
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Safe Work Practices
Do Not Store or Use Anything Flammable Near
the Fryer
Your fryer is powered by either natural gas or LP gas. Do not store or
use gasoline or any flammable liquids or vapors near this or any other
appliance. Flammable materials will burn easily. Letting any
flammable liquid or vapor get too close to the fryer could cause an
explosion or fire. Serious injury could result. Examples of flammables
that you should not store near the fryer are gasoline, paint, thinners or
removers, gas tanks, and cleaning materials.
Beware of High Voltage
This equipment uses high voltage. Serious injury can occur if you or
any untrained or unauthorized person installs, services, or repairs this
equipment. Always Use an Authorized Service agent to Service Your
Equipment.
Use the Fryer on Noncombustible Floors Only
Make sure your floor is noncombustible. Do not operate your fryer on
floors that are wood, carpeted or have rubber mats. Placing your fryer
on a combustible floor could cause a fire. Serious injury could result.
Examples of noncombustible floors where you can safely place your
fryer are concrete, tile, and ceramic.
Keep The Area Around Your Fryer Uncluttered
Make sure to keep the area around your fryer clear of any obstacles.
Serious injury can occur if you trip or fall near the fryer. You could be
burned by hot shortening that splashes out of the fryer or by falling
against the hot metal of the fryer.
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Keep The Floor Around Your Fryer Clean Of
Shortening
Make sure to keep the floor around your fryer clean of shortening and
other liquids.
Serious injury can occur if you slip near your fryer. You could be
burned by hot shortening that splashes out of the fryer or by falling
against the hot metal of the fryer.
Keep The Casters Locked
To avoid spilling shortening, keep the casters locked. If any shortening
spills near your fryer, clean it up immediately.
Do Not Overfill the Fryer with Shortening
Hot shortening and steam may escape and burn you if you put too
much shortening in the fryer. Fill the fryer to approximately one inch
below the fill marks that are inside the fryer pot. Heat the shortening. If
needed, carefully add more shortening to bring the level to the fill
marks.
Do Not Let Any Water Get into The Fryer
Always remove excess moisture from food before placing it into the
fryer basket. Water will cause the hot shortening to spatter. You could
be burned.
Do Not Overload the Basket with Food
Hot shortening and steam may escape and burn you if you place too
much food in the basket.
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Wear Safe Clothing Appropriate to Your Job
Always wear your insulated mitts when handling the fryer basket or
touch any hot metal surfaces. You received a pair of insulated mitts
with your fryer. If you lose or damage your mitts, you can buy new
ones at your local restaurant equipment supply store or from your
local BKI Distributor.
Always wear non-skid shoes when working around the fryer or any
other equipment that uses shortening. Never wear loose clothing such
as neckties or scarves while operating your fryer. Keep loose hair tied
back or in a hair net while operating your fryer.
Always wear appropriate personal protection equipment during the
filtering process to guard against possible injury from hot oil.
Always wear appropriate personal protection equipment during the
boil-out process to guard against possible injury from hot cleaning
solution.
Keep this manual with the Equipment
This manual is an important part of your equipment. Always keep it
near for easy access.
If you need to replace this manual, contact:
BKI
Technical Services Department
2812 Grandview Drive
Simpsonville, S.C. 29680
Or call toll free: 1-800-927-6887
Outside the U.S., call 864-963-3471
Protect Children
Keep children away from this equipment. Children may not
understand that this equipment is dangerous for them and others.
NEVER allow children to play near or operate your equipment.
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Keep Safety Labels Clean and in Good
Condition
Do not remove or cover any safety labels on your equipment. Keep all
safety labels clean and in good condition. Replace any damaged or
missing safety labels. Refer to the Safety Labels section for illustration
and location of safety labels on this unit.
If you need a new safety label, obtain the number of the specific label
illustrated on page Error! Bookmark not defined., then contact:
BKI
Technical Services Department
2812 Grandview Drive
Simpsonville, S.C. 29680
Or call toll free: 1-800-927-6887
Outside the U.S., call 864-963-3471
Be Prepared for Emergencies
Be prepared for fires, injuries, or other emergencies.
Keep a first aid kit and a fire extinguisher near the equipment. You
must use a 40-pound Type BC fire extinguisher and keep it within 25
feet of your equipment.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance services, hospitals,
and the fire department near your telephone.
Know your responsibilities as an Employer
• Make certain your employees know how to operate the equipment.
• Make certain your employees are aware of the safety precautions
on the equipment and in this manual.
• Make certain that you have thoroughly trained your employees
about operating the equipment safely.
• Make certain the equipment is in proper working condition. If you
make unauthorized modifications to the equipment, you will reduce
the function and safety of the equipment.
Gas Autolift Fryer Installation
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Installation
For installation information, refer to Gas Autolift Fryer, MODEL BLF-TC, Installation and Operation
Manual.
Gas Autolift Fryer Operation
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Operation
Start-Up (BLF-TC)
1. Turn fryer on by touching the ON button for 3 seconds.
2. Make sure the main drain valve is closed.
3. Fill pot with shortening to above the “MIN OIL LEVEL” mark.
Risk of fire exists if the oil level drops below the minimum oil level. The level of
oil within the pot must not fall below 5mm of the maximum oil level.
Use of oil/shortening older than the manufacturers recommendations for life of
the oil is prone to surge boiling and flash fires. Follow the oil manufacturers
guidelines for lifecycle of oil/shortening.
Overfilling the fryer pot with shortening could lead to serious injury. Ensure that
the fryer pot is filled with shortening only to the fill mark when shortening is hot.
Do not use any shortening other than what is specified in this manual and do not
overfill the fryer pot.
The fryer has a maximum temperature setting of 375º F/191º C. Do not use
oil/shortening with a flashpoint less than 554º F (290º C)
Use only high-quality shortening that has low moisture content, a high smoke
point and no additives.
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4. Once the fryer is filled with shortening, press the FRY button.
5. Confirm the oil level by pressing the green check mark.
6. The fryer will start heating up by going into a melt cycle. It will pulse the elements until the oil
gets to 225° F (107° C) and then goes into heat mode until it reaches the setpoint temperature.
The recipes will be greyed out and inaccessible until the fryer reaches setpoint temperature. (If
the burner does not light and you get a Gas Alarm, see the Gas Alarm instructions in the
Troubleshooting section.)
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7. When the fryer is ready to cook the recipes will be activated.
IMPORTANT! Before the first cooking operation each day, stir the shortening freely while it is
heating to provide a balanced shortening temperature for excellent results with the first cooking.
Failure to do this can result in a crusty skin on the product surface with an undercooked product
internally. In addition, in some cases, failure to stir the shortening while it is initially heating may
cause the HI-LIMIT safety device to disable the power due to a false overtemperature condition.
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Product Programming
1. Press the Key button to get into the settings menus.
2. Enter code 1234 and then pres the green check mark.
3. Select the Edit Recipe button
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4. Select the Recipe that needs edited.
5. In the Edit Recipe screen the name, cook time, temperarture, timing type, & picture can be edited.
6. Select Name to change the name and press the green check mark to save.
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7. Select Frying to edit the time and temperature of the recipe. Press the green check mark to
save.
8. Pressing the Next button will bring you to the second page where the shake/stir, alarm, if the
program is active, and the filter weight can be edited.
9. Press the Shake/Stir time to edit the time & numer of beeps. Press the green check mark to save.
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