Falcon F900 SERIES, E9341, E9341F User, Installation And Servicing Instructions

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F900 SERIES

User, installation and servicing instructions

ELECTRIC SINGLE

WELL FRYER

E9341, E9341F

Read these instructions before use

T100949

REV. 1

Published: 27/09/16

DATE PURCHASED:

MODEL NUMBER:

SERIAL NUMBER:

DEALER:

SERVICE PROVIDER:

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Falcon Foodservice Equipment

HEAD OFFICE

Wallace View, Hillfoots Road, Stirling. FK9 5PY. Scotland.

WEEE Directive Registration No. WEEE/DC0059TT/PRO
At end of appliance life, dispose of appliance and any replacement parts in a safe

manner, via a licensed waste handler. Appliances are designed to be dismantled
easily and recycling of all material is encouraged whenever practicable.

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing Falcon Foodservice Equipment.

This manual can be downloaded from www.falconfoodservice.com or scan
here

IMPORTANT: Please keep this manual for future reference.

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SYMBOLS

• SPANNER • SCREWDRIVER • COOKING OIL • GREASE

• SPARK IGNITION • FLAME • WARNING • VIEWPORT

• ALLEN KEY • IGNITER •C SPANNER

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 This appliance may be discoloured due to testing.
 These instructions are only valid if the country code appears on the appliance. If the

code does not appear on the appliance, refer to the technical instructions for
adapting the appliance to the conditions for use in that country.

 Installation must meet national or local regulations. Attention must be paid to: safety

(installation & use) regulations, health and safety at work act, local and national
building regulations, fire precautions act.

 To prevent shocks, this appliance must be earthed.

 This unit is fitted with an equipotential connection at the rear on the base.

 This appliance has been CE-marked on the basis of compliance with the Low

Voltage and EMC Directives for the voltages stated on the data plate.

 This equipment is for professional use only and must be used by qualified persons.
 The installer must instruct the responsible person(s) of the correct operation and

maintenance of the appliance.

 Unless otherwise stated, parts which have been protected by the manufacturer must

not be adjusted by the installer.

 Take care when moving an appliance fitted with castors.
 The appliance must be serviced regularly by a qualified person. Service intervals

should be agreed with the service provider.

 Check that no damage has occurred to the appliance or supply cord during transit. If

damage has occurred, do not use this appliance.

 Installation, periodic testing, repair and fixed wiring connections should only be

undertaken by a competent electrician.

 Ensure the supply cord is routed free from the appliance to avoid damage.

 We recommend supplementary electrical protection with the use of a residual

current device (RCD).

 The appliance has been designed and approved to use Falcon kick plates; non

Falcon kick plates could potentially adversely affect the performance of the
appliance by restricting the air to the appliance.

 All apparatus connected to a potable water network and including water drain device

has to be provided with an air break before its discharge to the drainage system.
Type AA.

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CONTENTS

1.0 APPLIANCE INFORMATION ..................................................................................... 7

2.0 OPERATION .............................................................................................................. 8

2.1 COMPONENT PARTS ............................................................................................ 8

2.2 CONTROLS .......................................................................................................... 10

2.3 USING THE FRYER – NORMAL OPERATION .................................................... 11

2.4 USING THE FRYER – ECO MODE ...................................................................... 13

2.5 USING THE FRYER – FAT MELT ........................................................................ 13

2.6 FILTRATION ......................................................................................................... 13

3.0 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................ 14

4.0 SPECIFICATION ...................................................................................................... 18

5.0 DIMENSIONS / CONNECTION LOCATIONS ........................................................... 19

6.0 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................ 20

6.1 SITING / CLEARANCES ....................................................................................... 20

6.2 ASSEMBLY .......................................................................................................... 20

6.3 ELECTRIC SUPPLY & CONNECTION ................................................................. 21

6.4 COMMISSIONING ................................................................................................ 22

6.5 SUITING ............................................................................................................... 23

7.0 SERVICING ............................................................................................................. 25

7.1 DOOR REMOVAL................................................................................................. 25

7.2 CONTROL PANEL REMOVAL (REMOVE DOOR FIRST) .................................... 25

7.3 TEMPERATURE CONTROL & NEONS REMOVAL ............................................. 26

7.4 SWITCH BOX FRONT PANEL REMOVAL ........................................................... 26

7.5 MODE CONTROL, PUMP SWITCH & SAFETY THERMOSTAT REMOVAL ........ 27

7.6 OPERATING AND SAFETY THERMOSTAT SENSOR REMOVAL ...................... 28

7.7 TERMINAL BLOCK ACCESS PANEL REMOVAL ................................................ 29

7.8 WIRE ACCESS PANEL REMOVAL ...................................................................... 29

7.9 CONTACTOR REMOVAL ..................................................................................... 30

7.10 ELEMENT ROTATING HANDLE REMOVAL ........................................................ 31

7.11 HEATING ELEMENTS AND MICROSWITCH REMOVAL .................................... 33

7.12 PUMP & TIMER REMOVAL (FROM FRONT) ....................................................... 34

7.13 PUMP & TIMER REMOVAL (FROM REAR) ......................................................... 35

7.14 PUMP TIMER SETTINGS FOR 230V ................................................................... 36

7.15 CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS ........................................................................................... 37

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7.16 WIRING DIAGRAMS ............................................................................................ 39

8.0 ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................................... 41

8.1 FULL SIZE BASKET ............................................................................................. 41

8.2 SPLASHGUARD ................................................................................................... 41

8.3 OIL RETURN HOSE ............................................................................................. 42

9.0 FAULT FINDING ...................................................................................................... 42

10.0 SPARE PARTS ........................................................................................................ 43

11.0 SERVICE INFORMATION ........................................................................................ 44

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1.0 APPLIANCE INFORMATION

This appliance has been CE-marked on the basis of compliance with the relevant EU
directives for the heat inputs, gas pressures and voltages stated on the data plate.

A - Serial No
B - Model No
C - Flue Type
D - Gas Category
E - Gas Pressure
F - Gas Type
G - Gas Rate
H - Total Heat Input
I - Electrical Rating
J - Total Electrical Power
K - Magnetic Field Frequency
L - Electrical Phase Loading

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2.0 OPERATION

2.1 COMPONENT PARTS

A – Dust Cover F – Bucket Runner Cradle
B – Half Baskets (2 Off) G – Oil Bucket
C – Fry Plate H – Filtration Basket and Mesh Filter
D – Drain Prod / Lifting / Scraping Tool I – Basket Hanger
E – Oil Return Pipe J – Heating Elements

(E9341F Only)

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K – Quick Release Connection P – Element Rotating Handle

(E9341F Only)

L – Temperature Control Q – Mode Control
M – Safety Thermostat Reset R – Filtration Pump Switch

(E9341F Only)
N – Drain Valve S – Heat Demand Neon (Amber)
O – Drain Valve Safety Flap T – Power Neon (Red)

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2.2 CONTROLS

A – TEMPERATURE CONTROL F – ELEMENT ON

OFF POSITION

B – TEMPERATURE CONTROL G – ELEMENT OFF

MINIMUM MARK

C – DRAIN VALVE CLOSED POSITION H – FILTRATION PUMP ON
D – ELEMENTS DOWN POSITION I – FILTRATION PUMP OFF
E – ECO/FAT MELT MODE

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2.3 USING THE FRYER – NORMAL OPERATION

2.3.1 Before use, clean the appliance inside and out. See section 3.0.

2.3.2 Ensure drain valve is closed. Fill pan with cold cooking medium to -MIN- (cold fill)

mark as shown below. Once cooking medium is hot, it will expand and reach the –
MAX- (hot oil) mark.

MIN- LEVEL MARK: NEVER FILL COLD COOKING MEDIUM ABOVE
THIS MARK. DURING COOKING, MEDIUM SHOULD NEVER BE
ALLOWED TO DROP BELOW THIS MARK. SHOULD THIS OCCUR,
TOP UP IMMEDIATELY OR SWITCH FRYER OFF.

MAX- LEVEL MARK: NEVER ALLOW COOKING MEDIUM TO GO
ABOVE THIS MARK.

SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING MUST BE WORN WHEN
TOPPING UP WHILST OIL IN FRYER IS HOT.

OLD OIL WILL HAVE A REDUCED FLASH-POINT AND BE PRONE
TO SURGE BOILING.

NEVER ADD WATER TO FRYING MEDIUM AT ANY TIME!

2.3.3 Power Neon (red) will light when there is mains power to the appliance.

2.3.4 Turn Mode Control Knob to “Element On”.

2.3.5 Turn Temperature Control Knob to desired temperature. Heat Demand Neon (amber)

will light as the heating elements heats the cooking medium. Heat Demand Neon
(amber) and the heating elements will turn off when the set temperature is reached.

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2.3.6 For optimum cooking performance, use the recommended load and temperature

settings shown in the table below:

Food Product

Maximum

Kg / Half Basket

Maximum

Kg / Full Basket

Optimum

Oil Temperature oC

Pre-blanched chilled
fries

1.7*

3.4*

175

Frozen fries

1.25**

2.5**

185

* This equates to roughly filling the basket 1/2 way up.
** This equates to roughly filling the basket 1/3 way up.

OVERLOADING THE BASKETS WILL AFFECT THE FRYER
PERFORMANCE.

SETTING THE OIL TEMPERATURE ABOVE THE RECOMMENDED
VALUE MAY REDUCE THE LIFE OF OIL.

NEVER LEAVE A WORKING UNIT UNATTENDED.

NOTE: The fryer is fitted with a thermal safety device. This will stop the heating of the

medium if it becomes overheated. This appliance will always fail safe.

2.3.7 If the appliance unexpectedly turns off, the safety thermostat might have activated.

To reset it, follow the instructions below:

a) Turn Temperature Control Knob to “Off Position”
b) Turn Mode Control Knob to “Element Off”.
c) Allow oil to cool below 180°C.
d) Remove the black dust cover on the safety thermostat and reset the red button with

a pen or similar item as shown below.

e) Turn Mode Control Knob to “Element On”.

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f) Turn Temperature Control Knob to desired temperature.
g) If the safety thermostat reactivates call a qualified technician to carry out an

investigation.

2.3.8 To switch appliance off, turn Temperature Control Knob to “Off Position” and turn

Mode Control Knob to “Element Off”.

2.4 USING THE FRYER – ECO MODE

Use ECO mode for pre-heating. It will help to prolong the life of oil and reduce energy
consumption.

2.4.1 Turn Mode Control Knob to “ECO/Fat Melt Mode”.

2.4.2 Turn Temperature Control Knob to a suitable preheating temperature, e.g. 130oC.

2.5 USING THE FRYER – FAT MELT

2.5.1 Turn Mode Control Knob to “ECO/Fat Melt Mode”.

2.5.2 Turn Temperature Control Knob to “Minimum Mark”.

SOLID FAT (E.G. BEEF TALLOW) MUST BE MELTED USING THE
ECO/FAT MELT MODE IN ORDER TO AVOID FIRE CAUSED BY
BURNING OF THE FAT AND/OR OVERHEATING THE ELEMENT.

2.6 FILTRATION

2.6.1 Ensure the Heating Elements are turned off.

2.6.2 Wait 15/20 minutes to allow oil to cool.

2.6.3 Ensure Filtration Basket & Mesh Filter are clean and dry and locate them in the Oil

Bucket.

2.6.4 Ensure Oil Bucket is clean and dry. Place it on the Runner Cradle and slide it back

into the appliance until it engages with the pump.

2.6.5 Open drain valve and allow oil to drain from pan.

2.6.6 Attach the Oil Return Pipe by pushing it into the Quick Release Connection.

2.6.7 Switch on filtration pump.

2.6.8 Clear pan of debris as stated in section 3.6-3.8.

2.6.9 Cycle oil until pan is clear of debris.

2.6.10 Close drain valve and allow pan to fill.

2.6.11 Once Pan is full, switch off the filtration pump.

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2.6.12 After filtering wait 30 seconds before removing bucket.

CAUTION: HEAVY OIL BUCKET WHEN FULL! TAKE CARE WHEN
REMOVING THE BUCKET.

2.6.13 To remove the Oil Return Pipe, pull down on the Quick Release Connection and pull

off the Oil Return Pipe as shown below.

3.0 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

BEFORE ANY CLEANING IS UNDERTAKEN, ISOLATE APPLIANCE FROM MAINS
POWER SUPPLY AT ISOLATOR SWITCH.

SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING MUST BE WORN WHEN CLEANING THIS
APPLIANCE.

NEVER PUMP WATER THROUGH THE FILTRATION PUMP AT ANY TIME!
OIL MUST BE ALLOWED TO COOL TO A SAFE TEMPERATURE BEFORE DRAINING.

DO NOT OVERFILL OIL BUCKET.
THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE STEAM CLEANED. DO NOT USE ACID OR

HALOGEN-BASED (E.G. CHLORINE) DESCALING LIQUIDS, FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS,
CLEANING AIDS OR CLEANING POWDERS.

FAILURE DUE TO LACK OF PROPER CLEANING IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.