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I N S T A L L A T I O N A N D O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L
242349-2
400m m Gas F ryer
Mod e l C F 2
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General
Gas Connection
Gas Supply Requirements
Installation Requirements
Unpacking
Location
Clearances
Assembly
Gas Connection
Commissioning
Operation Guide
Description of Controls
Before Use
Filling the Tank
Lighting the Pilot Burner
Lighting the Main Burner
Set the Operating Temperature
Turning Fryer to ‘Pilot’ or ‘Off’ Positions
Guide and Care of Frying Oils and Fats
General
Draining and Cleaning
Daily Cleaning
Weekly Cleaning
Periodic Maintenance
Guide to Cooking Problems with the Fryer
Fault Finding the Gas System
Gas Conversion Procedure
Gas Specifications
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We are confident that you will be delighted with your Cobra 400mm Gas Fryer, and it will become a most
valued appliance in your commercial kitchen.
To ensure you receive the utmost benefit from your new Cobra Appliance, there are two important things
you can do.
Please read this instruction book carefully and follow the directions given. The time taken will be well
spent.
If you are unsure of any aspect of the installation, instructions or performance of your appliance, contact
your Cobra Fryer dealer promptly. In many cases a phone call could answer your question.
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH.
READ THE INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING THIS
APPLIANCE.
INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE USER SMELLS GAS ARE TO BE POSTED IN A PROMINENT LOCATION. THIS INFORMATION
SHALL BE OBTAINED BY CONSULTING THE LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER.
GREAT CARE MUST BE TAKEN BY THE OPERATOR TO USE THE EQUIPMENT SAFELY TO GUARD IT AGAINST RISK OF FIRE.
THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE LEFT ‘ON’, UNATTENDED.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT A REGULAR INSPECTION IS MADE BY A COMPETENT SERVICEMAN TO ENSURE CORRECT AND SAFE
OPERATION OF YOUR APPLIANCE IS MAINTAINED.
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPOURS OR LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
DO NOT SPRAY AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS APPLIANCE WHILE IT IS IN OPERATION.
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Gas supply connection point is located 40mm from
the right hand side, 24mm from the rear and 221mm
from the floor.
- Flexible Hose Connection
If a Gas Hose assembly is used to connect this
appliance, the hose and all fittings must have a
minimum ¾” (Natural Gas) or ½” (LPG) inside bore
diameter to ensure gas flow rate capacity
required by this appliance is achieved.
This must be verified by the operating pressure
testing at the maximum gas supply demand
condition.
The Gas Hose assembly should also be classified
for use in the commercial kitchen conditions, the
appliance will be used in.
Recommended Gas Hose Assembly Specification:
- AS/NZS 1869 Class B or D compliant or equivalent,
that meets the following requirements:-
Model Covered in this Specification -
CF2 400mm GAS FRYER (Single Tank - 18 Ltr).
A commercial gas fired fryer fitted with a 90MJ/hr,
Multi Jet Target ’U’ Burner and pilot burner,
controlled by a single gas controller which controls
both pilot and main burner. It is available in single
model type only.
This Fryer is fitted with an Over Temperature Safety
Cut Out system with Full Flame Failure Safety
Controls.
An open tank design to make cleaning a simple
and easy task.
Class
Max Working
Pressure
at 23 ± 2ºC
Working
Temperature
Range
Resistance to Oil
B
7.0 kPa
- 20ºC to + 125ºC
Oil resistant lining
and cover.
D
2.6 MPa
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- Non UK Models:
- UK Models:
Appliance Classification:
Category: II
2H3P
(20, 37). Flue Type: A
1.
NOTE:
(*) Measure the Burner Operating Pressure at the Operating Pressure Test Point (Lower - Out) on the Gas
Control Valve, with Main Burner operating.
(**) TOWN GAS Only - Gas Control Valve - Operating Pressure Adjusting Screw should be replaced with the
Knock Out Plug supplied in Town Gas Kit and the operating pressure adjusted at the External Gas Pressure
Regulator. Both the Knock Out Plug and External Regulator are supplied in the Town Gas Conversion Kit.
Refer to the ‘Gas Conversion and Specifications’ section of this manual for further details.
Natural Gas (G20) Propane (G31)
Heat Input (nett)
22.5 kW 22.5 kW
Gas Rate
2.26 m3/hr 1.75 kg/hr
Supply Pressure
20 mbar 37 mbar
Burner Operating Pressure
9.0 mbar (*) 25 mbar (*)
Gas Connection
3
/4” BSP Male
Gas Natural LP Gas / Butane Town Gas (**)
Input Rating
(N.H.G.C.)
90 MJ/hr 90 MJ/hr 90 MJ/hr
Supply Pressure
1.13 - 2.0 kPa 2.75 - 3.0 kPa 0.75 - 1.5 kPa
Burner Operating Pressure
0.90 kPa (*) 2.5 kPa (*) 0.39 kPa (*)
Gas Connection
¾” BSP Male
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1. This appliance must be installed in a suitably
ventilated room to prevent dangerous build up
of combustion products.
2. Installation must allow for a sufficient flow of
fresh air for the combustion air supply.
Combustion Air Requirements
Natural Gas 24 m³/hr minimum.
LPG / Butane 24 m³/hr minimum.
Town Gas 24 m³/hr minimum.
3. Position the appliance in its approximate
working position.
4. All air for burner combustion is supplied from
underneath the appliance. The legs must
always be fitted and no obstructions placed on
the underside or around the base of the
appliance, as obstructions will cause incorrect
operation and / or failure of the appliance.
5. Components having adjustments protected
(e.g. paint sealed) by manufacturer are only
allowed to be adjusted by a qualified service
agent. They are not to be adjusted by the
installation person.
NOTE:
Do not obstruct or block the appliances flue. Never
directly connect a ventilation system to the
appliance flue outlet.
NOTE:
It is most important that this appliance is installed
correctly and that operation is correct before use.
Installation shall comply with local, gas, health and
safety requirements.
This appliance shall be installed with sufficient
ventilation to prevent the occurrence of
unacceptable concentrations of health harmful
substances in the room, the appliance is installed in.
Cobra gas fryers are designed to provide years of
satisfactory service and correct installation is
essential to achieve the best performance,
efficiency and trouble-free operation.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with
National installation codes and in addition, in
accordance with relevant National / Local codes
covering gas and fire safety.
Australia/New Zealand:
AS/NZS 5601- Gas Installations.
United Kingdom: Gas Safety (Installation and
Use) Regulations 1998.
Ireland: IS 820 - Non Domestic Gas
Installations.
Installations must be carried out by qualified service
persons only. Failure to install equipment to the
relevant codes and manufacturer’s specifications
shown in this section will void the warranty.
Components having adjustments protected (e.g.
paint sealed) by manufacturer, are only to be
adjusted by a qualified service agent. They are not
to be adjusted by the installation person.
Remove all packaging and transit protection
from the appliance including all protective
plastic coating from the door outer panel and
exterior stainless steel panels.
Check equipment and parts for damage.
Report any damage immediately to the carrier
and distributor.
Report any deficiencies to the distributor who
supplied the appliance.
Check that the available gas supply is correct to
that shown on the rating plate located on the
inside of the access door.
Check that the following parts have been
supplied with the appliance:-
Baskets 2
Basket Hangar 1
Basket Tray 1
Lid 1
Drain Extension 1
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c. Input Rate of this appliance is also stated on
the Rating Plate fitted to the inside of the
access door and in the ‘Specifications’
section of this manual. The input rate should
be checked against the available gas supply
line capacity. Particular note should be
taken if the appliance is being added to an
existing installation.
NOTE:
It is important that adequately sized piping runs
directly to the connection joint on the appliance,
with as few tees and elbows as possible to give
maximum supply volume.
3. A suitable joining compound which resists the
breakdown action of LPG must be used on
every gas line connection, unless compression
fittings are used.
The connection to the appliance is 3/4” BSP male.
NOTE:
A Manual Isolation Valve must be fitted to the
individual appliance supply line.
4. Locate the appliance into its final operating
position and using a spirit level, adjust the legs so
that the unit is level and at the correct height.
5. Connect the gas supply to the appliance.
6. Check all gas connections for leakages using
soapy water or other gas detecting equipment.
7. Check Supply Pressure is as shown in the
‘Specifications’ section, ‘Gas Supply
Requirements’ tables. (Measure at the ‘Supply
Pressure Test Point’ (Upper - IN) on the front of
the gas control valve).
8. Measure Main Burner Operating Pressure at
Operating Pressure Test Point (Lower - Out) on
the Gas Control Valve. Adjust if required, as
shown in the ‘Specifications’ section, ‘Gas
Supply Requirements’ tables.
Refer to the ‘Gas Conversion and Specifications’
section of this manual for further details.
9. Please note that the pilot flame size is factory set
and paint sealed. Check that the pilot covers
the thermocouple. If the pilot needs adjusting,
this should be carried out by a qualified service
agent.
NOTE:
Only non-combustible materials can be used in
close proximity to this appliance.
To facilitate easy operation, drainage and servicing
of the fryer, a minimum of 600mm clearance should
be maintained at the front of the appliance.
Any gas burning appliance requires adequate
clearance and ventilation for optimum and troublefree operation. The following minimum installation
clearances are to be adhered to:
This model is delivered completely assembled.
Ensure that the Basket Hanger has been correctly
fitted as shown on previous page.
Ensure that the legs are securely attached.
NOTE:
This appliance is fitted with adjustable feet to enable
the appliance to be positioned securely and level.
This should be carried out on completion of the gas
connection. Refer to the 'Gas Connection' section.
NOTE:
ALL GAS FITTING MUST ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY A
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON.
1. COBRA Model Fryers do not require an electrical
connection, they function totally on the gas
supply only.
2. It is essential that the gas supply is correct for the
appliance to be installed and that adequate
supply pressure and volume are available. The
following checks should therefore be made
before installation:-
a. The Gas Type the appliance has been
supplied for is shown on coloured stickers
located above the gas entry point and next
to the rating plate. Check that this is correct
for the gas supply the appliance is being
installed for. The gas conversion procedure is
detailed in the Service Manual.
b. Supply Pressure required for this appliance is
shown in the “Specifications” section of this
manual. Check the gas supply to ensure that
adequate supply pressure exists.
DO NOT USE A NAKED FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKAGES.
LH / RH Side 50mm 0mm
Rear 50mm 0mm
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The following commissioning checks must be
carried out before the fryer is handed over for use,
to ensure that the unit operates correctly and the
operator(s) understand the correct operating
procedure.
1. Before leaving the new installation;
a. Check the following functions in accordance
with the operating instructions specified in
the “Operation” section of this manual.
Light the Pilot Burner.
Light the Main Burner.
Check the Thermostat Operation (refer to
the ‘Operation’ section of this manual).
b. A thermostat operation check should be
carried out by filling the fryer with oil /
shortening to the oil 'FILL LEVEL' mark (refer to
'Filling the Tank' in the 'Operation Section' of
this manual) and setting the thermostat to
180°C. Light the pilot burner and turn main
burner ‘On’ as shown in the ‘Operation
Instructions’ in this manual.
c. Check the thermostat calibration once the
oil is up to temperature. If a discrepancy is
found, thermostat calibration should be
referred to the supplier.
d. Ensure that each operator has been
instructed in the areas of correct lighting,
operation, and shutdown procedures for the
appliance.
Initial Start-Up
a. For first time use of the new fryer, prior to
using for cooking product, fill the fryer with oil
and operate for about 1 hour at the 180°C to
remove any fumes or odours which may be
present in the new fryer.
b. Refer to the Operation Section of this manual
for details on how to operate the fryer.
2. This manual must be kept by the owner for future
reference and a record of Date of Purchase,
Date of Installation and Serial Number of Unit
recorded and kept with this manual.
(These details can be found on the Rating Plate
attached to the inside of the front access door).
NOTE:
If for some reason it is not possible to get the fryer to
operate correctly, shut off the gas supply and
contact the supplier of this unit.
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A commercial gas fired Fryer using a single
Multi Jet Target ‘U’ burner system.
Available in single model type only.
This model is fitted with a single, manual
ignition, pilot burner, with Flame Failure.
Fitted with single gas controller to control
main and pilot burners.
Mechanical Thermostat 90 - 190°C.
Fryers feature an Over Temperature Safety
Cut Out system.
Open tank design to simplify the cleaning
operation.
1. COBRA Fryers have been designed to provide
simplicity of operation and 100% safety
protection.
2. Improper operation is almost impossible,
however bad operation practices can reduce
the oil / shortening life and produce a poor
quality product. To use this fryer correctly please
read the following sections carefully;
Filling the Tank.
Lighting the Pilot Burner.
Lighting the Main Burner.
Setting the Operating Temperature.
Draining and Cleaning.
Single Tank CF2 Controls
Thermostat Control Knob
Pilot Burner Viewing
Opening.
Gas Control. Knob
OFF Position.
PILOT Flame Position.
HIGH Flame Position.
Oil Drain Valve.
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NOTE: Cobra fryers can be used with both oil and
shortening.
1. Before filling the tank, always check that the
drain valve, behind the access door, is closed.
A locking slide is provided on this valve and this
should always be locked in position during use.
a. OIL - Carefully fill fryer tank with oil until the
'FILL-LEVEL' mark is reached. The Cobra fryer
will hold 18 litres of oil (32lbs shortening).
b. SHORTENING - Ideally shortening should be
pre-melted prior to putting it into the tank.
This is normally done in a suitable vessel on a
boiling table burner. Liquefied shortening
can then be poured into the tank until it
reaches the 'FILL LEVEL' mark.
When pre-melting shortening, only heat
until the shortening is just liquefied. Do not
bring up to high temperature as handling
of hot shortening is dangerous.
If pre-melting of shortening is not possible,
1. Check that the gas supply is turned ‘On’.
2. Check that there are no foreign articles in the
tank.
GREAT CARE MUST BE TAKEN BY THE OPERATOR TO USE THE FRYER SAFELY TO GUARD AGAINST THE RISK OF FIRE.
DO NOT LEAVE THE FRYER UNATTENDED DURING OPERATION.
DO NOT REPLENISH THE OIL (FRYING MEDIUM) IN THE FRYER WHEN THE FRYER IS HOT.
DO NOT OVER FILL THE OIL (FRYING MEDIUM) IN THE FRYER ABOVE THE TOP LEVEL MARK.
DO NOT ALLOW THE OIL (FRYING MEDIUM) IN THE FRYER TO FALL BELOW THE LOWER LEVEL MARK.
DO NOT ALLOW THE OIL (FRYING MEDIUM) IN THE FRYER TO OVERHEAT.
DO NOT INTRODUCE WET FOOD OR WATER INTO THE HOT OIL (FRYING MEDIUM).
DO NOT USE FLAMMIBLE SOLVENTS AND CLEANING AIDS ON OR IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE FRYER WHILST
THE FRYER IS STILL HOT.
DANGER OF FIRE EXISTS IF THE OIL LEVEL IS BELOW THE MINIMUM
“LO” INDICATED LEVEL
INDICATES CORRECT FRYING MEDIUM LEVEL W HEN COLD
CORRECT LEVEL FOR FRYING MEDIUM WHEN AT FRYING
TEMPERATURE, KEEP TOPPED UP
THE FLUE OUTLET AREA IS A HIGH TEMPERATURE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AREA
DO NOT BANG, SHAKE OR HOLD FRYER BASKETS IN THE FLUE OUTLET AREA - THIS IS A HIGH RISK AREA FOR FLAMMABLE
MATERIAL (e.g. OIL / FAT AND DEBRIS FROM BASKETS COULD IGNITE HERE).
High Temperature Flue Area
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1. Ensure pilot burner is alight, by visually checking
through the Pilot Burner Viewing Opening.
2. Rotate Thermostat Control Knob to temperature
required.
3. Rotate Gas Control Knob to Main Burner
position.
4. Main burner will ignite automatically off the pilot
burner.
NOTE:
If main burner is turned ‘On’ immediately after
pilot burner is lit, there will be a delay of
approximately 30 seconds until the thermopile
(which provides power to open the main valve) is
heated up by the pilot burner.
Main burner will not light if frying medium
temperature is above thermostat set temperature.
Turning gas control knob from pilot to main burner
position will allow manual cycling of the burner
‘On’ and ‘Off’ when melting shortening.
1. Temperature used for frying food is the most
important aspect of fryer operation. Incorrect
temperatures will result in poor product quality
and will reduce the life of oil / shortening.
2. Temperature can be set from 90°C to 190°C.
3. To set the operating temperature, turn the
thermostat to the desired setting.
4. Main burner will operate automatically to
maintain this temperature.
5. As a safety precaution this Cobra Fryer features
an Over-Temp Control which will ‘Turn Off’ the
fryer in the event that the oil reaches over 220°C,
should the thermostat fail.
NOTE:
If fryer is not being used for short periods of time,
main burner can be turned to 'Stand-by'
temperature (Approx 120°C) this allows the main
burner to cycle 'On' and 'Off' and maintain oil
temperature just below operating temperature.
To ‘Pilot’ Position.
a. Rotate the Thermostat Control Knob to the
‘Off’ position.
b. Main Burner will extinguish and ‘Pilot Burner’
will remain alight.
To ‘Off’ Position.
a. With Thermostat Control Knob turned to 'Off',
rotate Gas Control Knob to the 'O' position,
the ‘Pilot Burner’ will extinguish.
cut the shortening into pieces and
packed down into the tank.
Bringing the shortening up to frying
temperature, when not pre-melting,
should be done in two stages.
Pre-Heating;
Light the main burner and manually cycle the
burner ‘On’/ ‘Off’ until the shortening has
liquefied. Ideally the main burner should be
cycled ‘On’ for 5 seconds and ‘Off’ for 10
seconds.
Following this procedure should allow
shortening to liquefy gradually without
scorching.
Once the shortening has liquefied, it can be
brought up to fryer operating temperature.
NOTE:
Running burner continuously will cause
shortening in contact with tank to overheat,
resulting in premature oil breakdown. Never
allow shortening to smoke while melting as
this indicates that the temperature is too high.
If the shortening starts smoking, increase the
‘Off' intervals of the main burner.
1. With the fryer tank full of frying medium, the pilot
burner can be lit.
2. Check that the gas supply is turned ‘On’ at the
mains supply.
3. Open the access door at front of fryer to access
the control panel.
4. Rotate gas control knob to the pilot position and
hold the gas control knob depressed.
5. Manually light the pilot burner through the Pilot
Burner Viewing Opening.
6. Continue holding Gas Control Knob depressed
for approx. 10 to 15 seconds after igniting pilot
burner, then release, pilot burner should remain
alight.
7. If the pilot burner does not ignite, repeat Items 1
to 6 above.
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1. Prepare the food correctly. Prepare food in as
nearly uniform pieces as possible and bring the
food up to room temperature. Ensure food is
free from excessive moisture and also excessive
crumbing when 'breading' is done.
2. Preheat frying medium to recommended
temperature for the particular food to be
cooked and no higher - specially prepared
frying mediums are recommended.
3. Frying medium should be at correct temperature
for the food to be cooked before lowering food
into tank. Avoid heating frying medium to any
higher temperature than is recommended. Also
avoid holding frying medium at frying
temperature when there is no food being
cooked. Any frying medium will break down if
held for long periods at frying temperatures.
4. Lower food gradually into hot frying medium,
using a wire basket, until all food pieces are
submerged. Avoid overloading basket, we
recommend no more that 900g per basket or
1800g per load. Overloading will cause
temperature to drop so low that a longer frying
time will be needed and food will become
grease soaked and un-attractive. With a little
experience you can determine what amount of
food may be added to fryer without causing an
excessive drop in temperature. If temperature
drop is excessive, either food is too cold or there
is too much food in fryer. Temperatures and
cooking times quoted are based on average
size batches being used in the fryer.
5. Continue cooking until outside of food is brown
and crisp and pieces are cooked through.
6. Exact cooking time depends upon size of food
pieces and whether food has been pre-cooked.
When in doubt, test a sample and be sure.
7. Remove food from frying medium and allow to
drain in the basket over the fryer.
8. Conserve excess frying medium by letting it drain
back into fryer. This draining should not
consume much time if fried food is to be served
at its hot, crisp and flavoursome best.
9. Serve food immediately after frying.
10. Deep fried foods are at their flavour peak as
soon as frying is complete. Serve them within a
minute or two after they are taken from fryer.
Fried foods should never be held.
Should any abnormal operation like;
- ignition problems,
- abnormal burner flame,
- burner control problems,
- partial or full loss of burner flame in normal
operation,
be noticed, the appliance requires IMMEDIATE
service by a qualified service person and shall not
be used until such service is carried out.
IMPORTANT
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CORRECT LEV EL FOR FRYING MEDIUM WHEN AT
FRYING TEMPERATURE, KEEP TOPPED UP
INDICATES CORRECT FRYING MEDIUM LEVEL
WHEN COLD
Opening the Drain Valve
a. Lift the locking slide on valve handle (Fig 1) to
release valve.
b. While holding the locking slide in the
withdrawn position, rotate the handle
anti-clockwise (Fig 2) to open the valve.
c. When the valve is closed, the locking slide will
drop down over the locking valve to prevent
accidental opening of the valve as shown in
Fig 2.
1. At the end of each day / shift, if frying schedule
is heavy, frying medium should be drained and
strained into a receptacle.
2. Screw on the drain extension pipe and position a
suitable container and filter under the drain.
3. Slip a muslin or other suitable bag over the drain
valve. Crumbs will be caught in the bag but
frying medium will strain freely through bag into
the receptacle.
To achieve the best results cleaning must be
regular and thorough and all controls and
mechanical parts checked and adjusted
periodically by a qualified service person. If any
small faults occur, have them attended to
promptly.
Don't wait until they cause a complete
breakdown. It is recommended that the
appliance is serviced every 6 months.
Clean the fryer regularly. A clean fryer looks
better, will last longer and will perform better.
NOTE:
DO NOT use abrasive detergents, sharp scrapers,
strong solvents or caustic detergents as they
could corrode or damage the fryer.
Ensure that any detergent or cleaning material
have been completely removed after each
cleaning.
To keep your fryer clean and operating at peak
efficiency, follow the following procedures:-
DO NOT USE FLAMMIBLE SOLVENTS AND CLEANING AIDS ON
OR IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE FRYER WHILST THE FRYER IS STILL
HOT.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MOVE THE FRYER WHILST THE FRYER IS FULL
OF OIL.
Fig 1
Locking
Slide
HOT OIL WILL BURN - DO NOT RUSH THIS JOB.
Fig 2
Locking
Slide
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6. Empty the fryer and rinse thoroughly with water.
Use a 1 part vinegar to 15 parts water solution to
rinse the tank and neutralise any cleaner
residue. Use a weaker solution of up to 1 part to
25 water if this proves unsuitable for the cleaner
being used.
7. Rinse the tank thoroughly with water, drain and
dry.
8. Refill the tank with new filtered frying medium.
Stainless Steel Surfaces
a. With the tank(s) drained, cleaned and dried
as shown above, clean the exterior of the
fryer with hot water, a mild detergent solution
and a soft cloth. Note that the thermostat
control knobs can be removed to allow
cleaning of the thermostat panel.
b. Dry all components thoroughly with a dry
cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth.
c. To remove any discolouration, use an
approved stainless steel cleaner or stainless
steel wool. Always rub in the direction of the
grain.
NOTE:
All maintenance operations should only be carried
out by a qualified service person.
To achieve the best results cleaning must be regular
and thorough and all controls and mechanical
parts should be checked and adjusted periodically
by a qualified service person. If any small faults
occur, have them attended to promptly. Don't wait
until they cause a complete breakdown. It is
recommended that the appliance is serviced every
6 months.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MOVE THE FRYER WHILST THE FRYER IS
FULL OF OIL.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE THE FRYER, ENSURE THAT ALL THE
OIL HAS BEEN DRAINED FROM THE TANK. REFER TO THE
INFORMATION ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE ON HOW TO DRAIN THE
OIL FROM THE FRYER.
4. Carefully open the drain valve to minimise
splashing, and take care not to overfill the
container.
5. Use a drain stick, to stir up any solid medium into
the top medium to melt it.
6. When the tank is empty, use a small vessel with a
handle as a ladle and dip into the hot frying
medium from receptacle and pour vigorously
around sides and bottom of the tank to wash
out crumbs and particles adhering to them.
Continue to dip and pour until all crumbs are
washed down and into the filter bag.
7. Open drain valve fully, check for any particles or
crumb residue lodged in the valve. Clean out
with a stiff nylon brush. Do not use wire brush or
metal rods as these damage the seating in the
valve and will cause valve leakage.
8. If the obstruction in the valve cannot be
removed with a brush, use a wooden probe.
9. Clean the control panel with a damp cloth
lightly moistened with a solution of mild
detergent and water. Wipe dry with a clean dry
cloth.
10. Once the daily cleaning operation is
completed, close the valve and pour the frying
medium back into the tank and continue the
days work. Straining takes less time than frying
one load of potatoes and will pay dividends in
food quality and saving of frying medium.
NOTE:
If the fryer usage is very high, we recommend that
the weekly cleaning procedure is carried out on a
more frequent basis.
1. Proceed as for “Daily Cleaning” to drain and
filter the tank. Do not refill the tank with frying
medium until it has been cleaned as shown
below.
2. Fill the fryer with cold water to the normal fill
level and add a high quality commercial
cleaner that has been specifically formulated for
fryers. All purpose cleaners are not
recommended.
NOTE:
Never use a caustic or lye solution, as this will leave
a fat destroying film on the tank.
3. Heat the water to approximately 80-90°C.
4. Clean the fryer baskets by simply immersing
them in the cleaning solution. Allow the fryer to
soak for 5-10 minutes or as directed on the
cleaner instructions. Remove the baskets and
turn OFF the main burner.
5. Scrub the baskets and fryer tank lightly, but
vigorously with a stiff nylon bristle brush to
remove any remaining deposits. DO NOT use a
wire brush, as this will scratch the sides.
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Frying medium foaming.
Presence of soap or detergent
residue from cleaning tank.
Rinse fryer thoroughly three times with clean
water. Ensure fryer is perfectly dry before
re-filling with frying medium.
Excessive breakdown of frying
medium.
Add fresh frying medium daily to replace
contents every 3-5 days.
Continual frying of food with
excess moisture.
Remove excess moisture from foods to be
fried.
Continued overheating of oil. Check thermostat setting. Turn down heat
to around 140°C (Standby) when use is quiet
Overloading. Maintain 1-8 ratio of food to frying medium.
Gumming.
Heating frying medium too
rapidly.
When charging fryer or starting up, melt
frying medium gradually.
Continued overheating of frying
medium.
Check oil temperature by using a
thermometer or thermocouple.
Frying oil broken down. Check amount of fresh frying medium
added to fryer to be sure 'turnover' is
adequate.
Using wrong frying medium. Some frying mediums form gums when used
in a deep fryer. e.g safflower oil.
Greasy foods.
Frying at too low a temperature. Increase temperature and check
thermostat setting.
Inadequate preparation of
food.
Be sure foods (especially potatoes) are
'cured' correctly.
Excessive quantities of breading
or batter.
Remove surplus breading or batter.
Placing food in frying medium
direct from freezer.
Allow frozen foods to thaw before frying.
Surplus moisture in and on
surface of food.
Drain and dry foods before frying.
Frying medium in advanced
stages of breakdown.
Discard 'old' frying medium and refill fryer
with new medium.
Use of dripping or other
unrefined oil.
Due to low smoking point, cooking in these
oils at lower temperatures will result in
greater oil absorption by food.
Using wrong kind of cooking oil. Always use a completely refined and
deodorised cooking oil.
This section provides an easy reference guide to the more common problems that may occur during
operation of your equipment. The fault finding guide in this section is intended to help you correct, or at least
accurately diagnose problems with your equipment.
Although this section covers the most common problems reported, you may encounter a problem not
covered in this section. In such instances, please contact your local authorised service agent who will make
every effort to help you identify and resolve the problem. Please note that the service agent will require the
following information:-
Model Code and Serial Number of appliance, which can be found on the Rating Plate located on the
inside of the access door.
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Rapid oil breakdown.
Inadequate frying oil turnover. Adjust procedures to fry more food in fryer to
increase turnover.
Oil overheating. Check oil temperature by using a
thermometer or thermocouple.
Contamination. Filter or strain oil daily.
Poor cleaning procedures. Clean fryer each day or at least once a
week and rinse thoroughly. Dry fryer before
use.
Presence of copper or brass in the
fryer equipment.
Remove all copper or brass fittings from
contact with oil.
Overloading fryer. Maintain 1-8 ratio of food to frying oil.
Food excessively moist. Drain and dry food before frying.
Overheating oil on ‘Standby’
mode.
Turn control to Pilot position during idle
(‘Standby’) periods.
Oil smoking.
Insufficient turnover of oil. Maintain a minimum quantity of oil in fryer
for more rapid turnover or increase quantity
of food fried in fryer.
Replace with fresh oil every 3 to 5 days.
Continual frying with excess
moisture on food.
Drain foods before frying, pat food dry.
Contamination of oil. Filter or strain daily to remove contaminants.
Oil overheating. Check oil temperature by using a
thermometer or thermocouple.
Rapid breakdown of oil. Use a stable frying oil.
Use of unrefined oils. Dripping smokes at lower temperature than
refined and deodorised oils.
Darkening of oil.
Presence of salt on the food. Salt food after frying and away from fryer.
Foods dipped in batter high in egg
yolk.
Reduce egg content of batter, replace part
egg with milk.
Contamination of oil. Filter or strain oil daily to remove
contaminants.
Poor cleaning practice. Clean fryer at least once a week or each
day in cases of heavy usage. Ensure fryer is
perfectly dry before use.
Overheating of oil. Check oil temperature by using a
thermometer or thermocouple.
Insufficient oil turnover. Top up daily to replace contents of fryer in 3
to 5 days.
Cooking foods with high sugar
levels.
Potatoes are usually high in reduced sugars
at the end of a season. When fried, they will
darken quickly and discolour the oil.
NOTE: Excessive oil usage is an indication of high absorption of oil into food. This is a function of temperature
and character of the goods being fried - NOT due to type of oil being used (unless refined oils are being
used). Any variation in apparent life of oil is always due to one or more of the causes mentioned above.
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Pilot Burner will not light.
Gas supply is turned Off. Turn On gas supply.
Gas bottles empty. Replace gas bottles.
Blocked pilot burner. Call for service.
Faulty piezo ignition.
Call for service.
NOTE: Pilot can be manually lit until repair
is carried out.
Pilot Burner lights then goes
out when Gas Control Button
is released.
Gas valve control button not held
In for long enough.
Hold In for at least 10 seconds after
ignition of the pilot.
Blocked / weak pilot. Call for service.
Low gas pressure. Call for service.
Faulty thermocouple. Call for service.
Faulty overtemp. Call for service.
Faulty gas control valve. Call for service.
Pilot Burner goes Out during
operation.
Low / fluctuating gas pressure. Call for service.
Weak pilot. Call for service.
Faulty thermocouple. Call for service.
Faulty overtemp. Call for service.
Faulty gas control valve. Call for service.
Overtemp tripped, pilot is turned
Off if temperature exceeds 220°C.
Call for service.
Main Burner does not light.
Low gas pressure. Call for service.
Blocked pilot. Call for service.
Faulty thermostat. Call for service.
Faulty thermopile. Call for service.
Faulty gas control valve. Call for service.
Faulty or blocked main burner
injectors.
Call for service.
Main Burner does not burn
correctly.
Blockage in flue. Call for service.
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NOTE:
These conversions should only be carried out
by qualified service persons. All connections
must be checked for leaks before
re-commissioning the appliance.
For all relevant information and specifications
refer to the table at the end of this section.
Flexible Hose Connection;
If a Gas Hose assembly is used to connect this
appliance, the hose and all fittings must have
a minimum ¾” (Natural Gas) or ½” (LPG)
inside bore diameter to ensure gas flow rate
capacity required by this appliance is
achieved.
This must be verified by operating pressure
testing at maximum gas supply demand
condition.
The Gas Hose assembly should also be
classified for use in the commercial kitchen
conditions, the appliance will be used in.
Recommended Gas Hose Assembly Specification:
- AS/NZS 1869 Class B or D compliant or
equivalent, that meets the following
requirements:-
1. Ensure that the gas supply has been turned 'Off'.
2. Open the front door of the
fryer to access the main
burner and pilot burner injectors.
3. Disconnect 2 wires from the
Thermostat to the Gas
Control Valve.
4. Disconnect 2 wires from the
Overtemp at the electrical
connector.
5. Cut and remove any
cable ties as required
6. Disconnect the flexi
tube gas connection
at the top of the Gas
Control Valve.
7. Undo and remove the 4 screws securing the
front of the burner to the burner box.
8. Pull the burner towards the front of the fryer and
downwards to remove.
9. Remove the Burner Assembly to a workbench.
Overtemp
Wires
Thermostat
Wires
Disconnect Gas
Connection
Cut Tie
Wraps
Remove 4
Screws
Main Burner
Injectors (9)
Pilot
Injector
Flame Deflector Plates
Class B D
Max Working Pressure at 23 ± 2ºC
7.0 kPa 2.6 MPa
Working Temperature Range
- 20ºC to + 125ºC
Resistance to Oil
Oil resistant lining
and cover.
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1. To remove Main
Burner Injectors, use a
spanner to prevent
Injector Insert from
turning while
removing injector.
2. Replace with the
correct size injectors.
3. Refit burner assembly
back into burner box.
1. Unscrew pilot supply tube from pilot burner and
remove pilot injector.
2. Determine correct sized pilot injectors for the
corresponding gas from the table overleaf.
3. Fit correct sized injector into pilot burner and
re-connect gas supply tube to the pilot burner.
1. Remove the blanking screw and connect a
manometer to the Supply Pressure Test Point
(‘IN’) on Gas Control Valve.
2. Turn ‘On’ the gas supply and ensure that the
pressure is within specifications shown in ‘Gas
Specifications Table’ at rear of this section.
1. Connect a manometer to Operating Pressure
Test Point (‘OUT’) on the gas control valve.
2. Remove slotted cap to reveal Operating
Pressure Adjusting Screw.
3. Light Main Burner and turn Operating Pressure
Adjusting Screw to obtain correct burner
pressure for type of gas being used. Refer to
Gas Specifications Table at rear of this section.
4. Remove manometer from Operating Pressure
Test Point and refit blanking screw.
5. Refit slotted cap to screw adjustment point.
Supply Pressure
Test Point
Operating
Pressure
Test Point
Operating
Pressure
Adjusting Screw
Pilot Burner
Adjusting
Screw
Injector Mounting Bush
Injector
NOTE:
For Town Gas application, Gas Control Valve Operating Pressure Adjusting Screw should be
replaced with the Knock Out Plug supplied in Town
Gas Kit and the operating pressure adjusted at the
External Gas Pressure Regulator. Both the Knock Out
Plug and External Regulator are supplied in the Town
Gas Conversion Kit.
1. Remove slotted
cap from regulator.
2. Turn ‘On’ gas
supply and
appliance.
3. Adjust pressure
adjusting screw to
achieve correct
burner operating
pressure.
NOTE: Measure operating pressure at the Gas
Control Valve ’Out’ test point with burner operating.
4. Verify operating pressure remains correct
(Re-adjust regulator if required).
5. Screw cap nut back onto regulator.
1. Once main burner operating pressure has been
set, adjust pilot burner supply so that pilot flame
impingement onto thermocouple and
thermopile is correct and main burner pilot flame
ignites main burner satisfactorily.
2. Adjust pilot flame size by adjusting Pilot Burner
Adjusting Screw. Pilot burner flame should be
approximately 1" long for main burner ignition.
Anti-clockwise rotation of adjustment screw will
increase size of pilot flame.
On completion of gas conversion, replace gas type
identification label located at:-
- Rear of appliance, above gas connection.
- Beside the Rating Plate.
Before leaving the converted installation;
1. Check all gas connections for leakages using
soapy water or other gas detecting equipment.
2. Check the following functions in accordance
with the operating instructions specified in the
‘Operation’ section of this manual.
Light the Pilot Burner.
Light the Main Burner.
Check the Thermostat operation.
Ensure that all the controls operate correctly.
NOTE: If it is not possible to get the fryer to operate
correctly, shut Off the gas supply and contact the
supplier of this appliance.
DO NOT USE A NAKED FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKAGES.
Pressure
Adjusting
Screw
Cap Nut
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- Australia:
- New Zealand:
- United Kingdom:
Appliance Classification:
Category: II
2H3P
(20, 37). Flue Type: A
1.
- All Other Markets:
NOTE:
(*) Measure Burner Operating Pressure at Operating Pressure Test Point (Lower - Out) on Gas Control Valve,
this is to be carried out with Main Burner operating. Refer to information shown in this section for further
details.
(**) TOWN GAS Only - Gas Control Valve - Operating Pressure Adjusting Screw should be replaced with the
Knock Out Plug supplied in Town Gas Kit and the operating pressure adjusted at the External Gas
Pressure Regulator. Both the Knock Out Plug and External Regulator are supplied in the Town Gas
Conversion Kit.
Main Burner Injectors
Ø 1.55mm Ø 0 95mm
Pilot Burner Injectors
0.45 0.30
Pilot Screw Adjustment
Full Out (CCW) 1½ turns out (CCW)
Burner Operating Pressure
0.90 kPa (*)
(9.0 mbar)
2.50 kPa (*)
(25 mbar)
Supply Pressure
20 mbar 37 mbar
Main Burner Injectors
Ø 1.55mm Ø 0.95mm
Pilot Burner Injectors
0.62 0.35
Pilot Screw Adjustment
Full Out (CCW) 1½ turns out (CCW)
Burner Operating Pressure
0.90 kPa (*)
(9.0 mbar)
2.50 kPa (*)
(25 mbar)
Supply Pressure
1.13 - 2.0 kPa 2.75 - 3.0 kPa
Main Burner Injectors
Ø 1.55mm Ø 0.90mm
Pilot Burner Injectors
0.62 0.35
Pilot Screw Adjustment
Full Out (CCW) 1½ turns out (CCW)
Burner Operating Pressure
0.90 kPa (*)
(9.0 mbar)
2.50 kPa (*)
(25 mbar)
Supply Pressure
1.13 - 2.0 kPa 2.75 - 3.0 kPa
Main Burner Injectors
Ø 1.55mm Ø 0.95mm Ø 0.90mm Ø 2.60mm
Pilot Burner Injectors
0.62 0.35 0.35 0.75
Pilot Screw Adjustment
Full Out (CCW) 1½ turns out (CCW) 1½ turns out (CCW) Full Out (CCW)
Burner Operating Pressure
0.90 kPa (*)
(9.0 mbar)
2.50 kPa (*)
(25 mbar)
2.50 kPa (*)
(25 mbar)
0.39 kPa (*)
(3.9 mbar)
Supply Pressure
1.13 - 2.0 kPa 2.75 - 3.0 kPa 2.75 - 3.0 kPa 0.75 - 1.5 kPa
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Replacement Parts List
When ordering replacement parts, please quote the part number and the description as listed below. If the
part required is not listed below, request the part by description and quote the model and serial number
which is on the rating plate.
Controls
236835 Main Burner Assembly (I ncludes Injector Mounting Bush & Burner Deflectors).
018090K Pilot Kit (Including Nat / LPG Injector s).
030155 Main I njector Nat Gas Ø 1 .55mm.
030095 Main I njector LPG (Propane) Ø 0.95mm.
030090 Main I njector LPG (NZ) Butane Ø 0.90 mm.
030260 Main I njector Town Gas Ø 2.60mm.
018090K Pilot Burner Kit (Not UK).
025630K Pilot Burner Kit (UK Only).
019487 Olive.
018740 Nut.
018091 Pilot Injec tor Nat Gas 0.62 (Non UK).
018092 Pilot Injec tor LPG / Butane 0.35 (Non UK).
018972 Pilot Injec tor Nat Gas (G20) 0.45. (UK On ly).
018971 Pilot Injec tor Propane (G31) 0 .30. (UK Only).
026393 Pilot Injec tor Town Gas 0.75.
018093 Thermo pile.
018094 Thermocouple Interrupted.
236801 Thermostat MV Fryer , 90-190ºC.
236848 Knob, 100 - 190ºC.
242757K Overtemp Thermostat Kit 2019.
018089K Gas Con trol Valve Kit.
General
236768 Basket Support Rack.
227747 Basket Hangar.
018019 Fryer Basket.
227856 Door M agnet.
227466 Door C atch Recei ver.
236795 Drain Valve .
018147 Drain Exten sion.
242352 Adju stable Leg - (150mm) c/w Leg Plate.
229674 Rear R oller Assy.
236933 Fryer Lid.
018176 Drain Stick (Optional Extra On ly).
Gas Conversion Kits
236934 Gas Conversion - NAT GAS
AU / NZ / XP
236935 Gas Conversion - LPG (PROPANE)
AU / XP (LPG)
236936 Gas Conversion - LPG / BUTANE
NZ / XP (Butane)
236937 Gas Conversion - TOWN GAS
AU / NZ / XP
237021 Gas Conversion - NAT GAS (G20)
UK
237022 Gas Conversion - PROPANE (G31)
UK
IMPORTANT:
Only genuine qualified replacement parts should be used for the servicing and repair of this appliance. The
instructions supplied with the parts should be followed when replacing components.
For further information and servicing instructions, contact your nearest qualified service branch (contact details are
as shown on the reverse of the front cover of this manual).
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