Frymaster KSCFH18E User Manual

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CE &

Installation & Operation Manual

KSCFH18E Cool Zone

Series Electric Fryers

PARTS LIST

INCLUDED

Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends
using CFESA Certified Technicians.

24-Hour Service Hotline [phone]

Price: $10.00

819-5678

August 2002

Please read all sections of this manual and retain for future reference.

NOTICE

This appliance is intended for professional use only and is to be operated by qualified

personnel only. A Frymaster/Dean Factory Authorized Service Center (FASC) or other qualified

professional should perform installation, maintenance, and repairs. Installation, maintenance,

or repairs by unqualified personnel may void the manufacturer’s warranty. See Chapter 1 of

this manual for definitions of qualified personnel.

NOTICE

This equipment must be installed in accordance with the appropriate national and local codes of

the country and/or region in which the appliance is installed.

NOTICE

Drawings and photos used in this manual are intended to illustrate operational, cleaning and

technical procedures and may not conform to onsite management operational procedures.

NOTICE TO OWNERS OF UNITS EQUIPPED WITH COMPUTERS

U.S.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept

any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. While

this device is a verified Class A device, it has been shown to meet Class B limits.

CANADA

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A or B limits for radio noise emissions as set

out by the ICES-003 standard of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Cet appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassany les limites de classe A
et B prescrites dans la norme NMB-003 edictee par le Ministre des Communications du Canada.

DANGER

Improper installation, adjustment, maintenance or service, and unauthorized alterations or

modifications can cause property damage, injury, or death. Read the installation, operating and

service instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. Only qualified

service personnel may convert this appliance to use a gas other than that for which it was

originally configured. See Chapter 1 of this manual for definition of qualified service personnel.

DANGER

Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of this appliance without depending

upon the gas line connection. Single fryers equipped with legs must be stabilized by installing

anchor straps. All fryers equipped with casters must be stabilized by installing restraining

chains. If a flexible gas line is used, an additional restraining cable must be connected at all

times when the fryer is in use.

DANGER

The front ledge of the fryer is not a step. Do not stand on the fryer. Serious injury can result

from slips or contact with the hot oil.

DANGER

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance.

DANGER

The crumb tray in fryers equipped with a filter system must be emptied into a fireproof container

at the end of frying operations each day. Some food particles can spontaneously combust if left

soaking in certain shortening material. Additional information can be obtained in the filtration

manual included with the system.

WARNING

No structural material on the fryer should be altered or removed to accommodate placement of

the fryer under a hood. Questions? Call the Frymaster/Dean Service Hotline at 1-800-551-8633.

WARNING

Do not bang fry baskets or other utensils on the fryer’s joiner strip. The strip is present to seal

the joint between the frypot. Banging fry baskets on the strip to dislodge shortening will distort

the strip, adversely affecting its fit. It is designed for a tight fit and should only be removed for

cleaning.

KSCFH18E Cool Zone Series Electric Fryers

INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page #

1. INTRODUCTION 1-1

2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2-1

3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-1

4. DAILY OPERATION 4-1

5. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-1

6. FILTRATION 6-1

7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7-1

8. PARTS LIST 8-1

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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

1.1 Ordering Parts

Customers may order parts directly from their local Authorized Parts Distributor. For this address
and phone number, contact your Maintenance & Repair Center or call the factory. The factory
address and phone numbers are on the cover of this manual.

To speed up your order, the following information is required:

Model Number
Serial Number
Optional Equipment
Item Part Number

Type
With/Without Filter

Quantity Needed

1.2 Service Information

Call the 1-800-551-8633 or [phone] Service Hotline number for the location of your nearest
Maintenance & Repair Center. Always give the model and serial numbers of your filter and fryer.
Also, identify which cooking computer or controller is installed on your fryer.

To assist you more efficiently, the following information will be needed:

Model Number
Serial Number
With/Without Filter
Optional
Equipment
Nature of Problem

Type

Computer/Controller

Additional information (i.e. cooking environment, time of day, and other pertinent

information) may be helpful in solving your service problem.

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1.3 Safety Information

Before attempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly.

Throughout this manual, you will find notations enclosed in double-bordered boxes similar to the
ones below.

CAUTION

CAUTION boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in a
malfunction of your system.

WARNING

WARNING boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in
damage to your system, and which may cause your system to malfunction.

DANGER

DANGER boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in injury
to personnel, and which may cause damage to your system and/or cause your system to malfunction.

1.4 Computer Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. While this device is a verified Class A device, it has been
shown to meet the Class B limits. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
the equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio and television technician for
additional suggestions.

The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems". This booklet is available
from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

1.5 Service Personnel

1.5.1 Definitions

A. Qualified and/or Authorized Operating Personnel

1. Qualified/authorized operating personnel are those who have carefully read the information
in this manual and have familiarized themselves with the equipment functions, or have had
previous experience with the operation of equipment covered in this manual.

B. Qualified Installation Personnel

1. Qualified/authorized personnel are those who have carefully read the information in this
manual and have familiarized themselves with the equipment functions, or who have had
previous experience with the operation of the equipment covered in this manual.

C. Qualified Service Personnel

1. Qualified service personnel are those who are familiar with Frymaster/Dean equipment and
have been authorized by Frymaster/Dean to perform service on Frymaster/Dean equipment.
All authorized service personnel are required to be equipped with a complete set of service
parts manuals and stock a minimum amount of parts for Frymaster/Dean equipment. A list
of Frymaster/Dean Factory Authorized Service Centers (FASCs) was included with the fryer
when shipped from the factory. Failure to use qualified service personnel will void the
Frymaster/Dean warranty on your equipment.

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CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION

2.1 General

Proper installation is essential for the safe, efficient, trouble-free operation of this
appliance. Any unauthorized alteration of this equipment will void the Frymaster
warranty.

NOTICE

If this equipment is wired directly into the electrical power supply, a means for

disconnection from the supply having a contact separation of at least 3-mm in all

poles must be incorporated in the fixed wiring.

NOTICE

This equipment must be positioned so that the plug is accessible unless other

means for disconnection from the power supply (e.g., a circuit breaker) is provided.

NOTICE

If this appliance is permanently connected to fixed wiring, it must be connected by

means of copper wires having a temperature rating of not less than 75°C (167°F).

NOTICE

If the electrical power supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by a

Frymaster/Dean Factory Authorized Service Center technician or a similarly qualified

person in order to avoid a hazard.

DANGER

This appliance MUST be connected to a power supply having the same voltage and

phase as specified on the rating plate located on the inside of the fryer door.

DANGER

All wiring connections for this appliance MUST be made in accordance with the

wiring diagrams furnished with the fryer. Refer to the wiring diagram(s) affixed to

the inside of the fryer door when installing or servicing this equipment.

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2.1 General (cont.)

DANGER

Frymaster appliances equipped with legs are for stationary installations. Appliances

fitted with legs must be lifted during movement to avoid damage to the appliance

and bodily injury. For movable installations, optional equipment casters must be

used. Questions? Call 1-800-551-8633.

WARNING

Do not attach accessories to this fryer unless fryer is secured from tipping.

Personal injury may result.

WARNING

No structural material on the fryer should be altered or removed to accommodate

placement of the fryer under a hood. Questions? Call the Frymaster/Dean Service

Hotline at 1-800-551-8633.

All installation and service on Frymaster equipment must be performed by qualified, certified,
licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel.

Service may be obtained by contacting your local Factory Authorized Service Center.

The KSCFH18E Electric Cool Zone Fryers are energy-efficient, electrically heated units, certified by
Underwriters Laboratory and manufactured to their basic performance and application
specifications. The KSCFH18E is certified for installation and operation in the European
Community (CE).

All units are shipped completely assembled with accessories packed inside the frypots. All units are
adjusted, tested and inspected at the factory before shipment.

WARNING

The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of

the inherent dangers of operating a hot oil fryer/filter system, particularly the aspects

of fryer operation, oil filtration, and draining/cleaning procedures.

2.2 Rating Plate

Information on this plate includes the model and serial numbers, as well as electrical requirements.
When communicating with the factory about a unit or requesting special parts or information, this
data is essential for proper identification.

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2.3 Pre-Installation

a. GENERAL: All installation and service on this equipment must be performed by qualified,

certified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel. A list of Frymaster
Authorized Service Centers was included with the fryer when shipped from the factory.

If you do not have access to this list, please contact the Frymaster/Dean Technical Services
department using the phone number listed on the front of this manual.

NOTE: Failure to use qualified service personnel will void the Frymaster warranty.

b. STANDARDS: All electrical cooking appliances must be electrically connected and

grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest
editions of:

1. United States of America:

National Electric Code Standards ANSI/ NFPA #70.

American National Standards Institute
1430 Broadway
New York, NY 10018

NFPA Standards #96 and #211.

National Fire Protection Association
470 Atlantic Avenue
Boston, MA 02110

2. Canada: Canadian Electrical Code Part 1, CSA-C22.1.

Canadian Standards Association
178 Rexdale Boulevard
Rexdale, ONT
M9W 1R3

3. European Community (CE): All electrical cooking equipment must be electrically
connected and grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the latest editions of the appropriate national or European Community (CE)
standards.

2.4 Unpacking the Fryer/Component Systems

Ensure the container is upright. Unpack the fryer carefully and remove all accessories from the
carton. Do not discard or misplace these, as they will be needed.

After unpacking, immediately check the equipment for visible signs of shipping damage. If such
damage has occurred, contact the carrier and file the appropriate freight claims. Do not contact the
factory, as the responsibility of shipping damage is between the carrier and the dealer or end-user.

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2.4 Unpacking the Fryer/Component Systems (cont.)

If your equipment arrives damaged:

a. File claim for damages immediately – Regardless of extent of damage.

b. Visible loss or damage – Be sure this is noted on the freight bill or express receipt and is

signed by the person making the delivery.

c. Concealed loss or damage – If damage is unnoticed until equipment is unpacked, notify

freight company or carrier immediately, and file a concealed damage claim. This should be
done within fifteen (15) days of date of delivery. Retain the shipping container for
inspection.

NOTE: Frymaster does not assume responsibility for damage or loss incurred in
transit.

If your equipment arrives without casters or legs installed, leave the equipment on the pallet and do
not cut the banding straps until ready to install casters or legs.

2.5 Conversion of Units

Heat Input:

1 kW = 3410 BTU/hr

100 BTU/hr = 0.0293 kW

Temperature:

0° Celsius = 32° Fahrenheit

Temperature in degrees Celsius = (Temperature in degrees Fahrenheit (F)-32) X 0.555

Example: 100° Celsius = (212°F-32) x 0.555

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CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 Installing the Fryer

A. Initial Installation: If installed with legs, do not push against any unit edges to adjust its position.

Use a pallet or lift jack to lift it slightly and place it where it is to be installed.

B. Relocating the Fryer: If relocating a fryer installed with legs, remove all weight from each leg

before moving.

Note: If a leg becomes damaged during movement, contact a factory authorized service agent for

immediate repair/replacement of the damaged leg.

DANGER

This fryer may tip and cause personal injury if not secured correctly in a stationary

position. Drain all oil/shortening from fryer before moving. Hot oil will splash and

cause severe burns upon contact.

3.2 Leg and Caster Installation

A. General

1. Install legs (front) and rigid casters (rear) near where the fryer is to be used, as neither are
secure for long transit. The KSCFH18E electric fryer cannot be curb mounted and must be
equipped with the legs and rigid casters provided.

2. When positioning the fryer, gently lower the fryer into position to prevent undue strain on
the legs and internal mounting hardware. Use a pallet or lift jack to lift and position the
fryer if possible. Tilting the fryer may damage the legs.

3. The rigid casters must be installed on the fryer rear only.

4. Proceed to Step 3.3, Leveling the Fryer, after legs and rear rigid casters are installed to
ensure the fryer is level before using.

B. Leg and Rigid Caster Installation

1. Remove unit from pallet.

2. Carefully raise unit with forklift, pallet jack, or other steady means.

3. Place one lock washer on each hex head screw.

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3.2 Leg and Caster Installation (cont.)

4. Insert hex head screws with lock washers [1/4-20 threads by ¾" (19 mm) long] through bolt
holes of leg mounting plates and mount to the front channel. Mount rigid casters to the rear
channel following the same procedure. A locknut has been attached to the topside of the
base mounting plates at the factory to capture the hex head screw as it is screwed in.

5. Tighten the bolts to 5.65 joules (50 inch-lbs.) minimum torque.

CAUTION

For caster retrofit, the unit must be at room temperature and drained of shortening

before installing the casters.

3.3 Leveling the Fryer

A. Place a carpenter’s spirit level across the top of the fryer and level the unit front-to-back. If the

fryer is off level side to side, a platform or other surface adjustment is needed; there is no side to
side level adjustments on a fryer equipped with caster/leg combinations (If a fryer is equipped
with legs only, side to side level adjustments can be made. If a fryer is equipped with casters
only, no level adjustments to the fryer can be made.). If the fryer is not level, the unit may not
function efficiently, the oil may not drain properly for filtering and in a multi-fryer battery, it
may not match adjacent units.

Legs (Only)

1. Adjust leg height with an adjustable or 1-1/16" (27-mm) open-end wrench by turning the
hex bullet on the bottom of the leg.

2. The hex bullet is for minor leg height adjustment only. Do not adjust more than 1" (22­mm).

3. When leveling the unit, the leg body should be held firmly to keep the leg from bending or
rotating while turning the hex bullet foot to the required height.

Rigid Casters (Only)

1. Install the rigid casters on the rear of the fryer only. Legs must be installed on the front of
the fryer.

2. There are no level-adjustments for the rigid casters.

B. If the floor is uneven or has a decided slope, it is recommended to place the fryer on a level

platform.

C. If the fryer is moved, re-level the fryer following the instructions given in Steps 3.3.A-B.

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3.3 Leveling the Fryer (cont.)

D. A fryer must be restrained to prevent tipping when installed in order to avoid the splashing of hot

liquid. Restraints used can be straps or chains anchored to an immovable object (wall, floor
anchor), or may be the manner of installation (installing the fryer in an alcove; battering to other
appliances, etc.).

NOTE: The installation must be inspected after it is complete to ensure it meets the intent of
these instructions. The on-site supervisor and/or operator(s) should be informed that the
appliance is installed with restraints. If restraints are removed to move fryer (cleaning
beneath and behind, relocation, etc.), ensure that they are re-installed when fryer is returned
to its permanently installed position.

3.4 Electrical Connections

WARNING

The fryer MUST be connected to the voltage and phase as specified on the rating

and serial number plate located on the back of the fryer door.

A ground wire MUST be connected to the ground terminal provided near the input

power terminal block.

Plan and implement installation in accordance with local codes. Service connections should be
made at the power input terminal block, located through the back lower portion of the fryer and
through the component box, located under the control wireway. It is recommended that this
connection be made by means of an approved (local code compliant), flexible-metallic or rubber­covered electrical cable and a quick-disconnect plug. If rigid or flexible-metal conduit connections
are required, they must be made through the rear portion of the fryer cabinet, to the fryer input
terminal block.

A. Wiring Diagram: It is attached to the inside of the fryer door. Amperage for each unit depends

on the type of installation and accessories supplied with the unit. Consult the rating plate (inside
door) for required amperage.

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3.5 Power Requirements

DANGER

Copper wire suitable for at least 167°F (75°C) MUST be used for power connections.

MODEL VOLTAGE PHASE WIRE

SERVICE

KSCFH18E 208 3 3 6 (16) 50 50 50
KSCFH18E 240 3 3 6 (16) 43 43 43

DANGER

The electrical power supply for this appliance MUST be the same as indicated on

the rating plate located on the inside of the fryer door.

MIN.

AWG

SIZE

(mm2)

AMPS PER LEG

L1 L2 L3

DANGER

All wiring connections for this appliance MUST be made in accordance with the

wiring diagrams furnished with the equipment. Wiring diagrams are located on the

inside of the fryer door.

3.5 Operating Switches

A. Fryer with KFC-1 Computer

This fryer/filter system is equipped with a drain valve safety switch and a frypot float-switch on
each of the two-batteried fryers. Drain-valve safety switches de-energize the fryer heating
elements during the filter process, thus providing an additional safety feature. Always leave the
computer on when filtering.

The KFC-1 computer monitors filter operations. The computer logs the number of times the
fryer has been filtered, and will lock out when a preset number is reached. The drain valve must
be opened and closed, and the frypot refilled with oil/shortening before the KFC-1 computer will
allow a cook cycle (after filtering).

See the KFC-1 Computer User’s Manual for detailed information.

B. Other Fryer/Filter Switches

1. Fryer Power Switch (Computer): The fryer’s power is turned on and off with the computer.
See computer manual for more detail.

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3.5 Operating Switches (cont.)

2. Drain Valve Microswitch: The computer

will display Drain Open when the

drain valve is opened. The computer
will lockout and prevent any cooking
operation until the "EXIT/COOL
FILTER" button is pressed.

3. Float Safety Switch: Located in the
frypot. Designed as a safety switch, it
prevents the computer from calling for
heat until the oil level rises above the
heating elements.

Drain valve microswitch location.

Float safety switch location.

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3.5 Operating Switches (cont.)

4. Filter Pump Reset: Located under the left
control panel of the fryer battery. This
switch resets the UFF filter pump motor.

5. Manual Filter Override Switch: Located
under the left fryer control panel of the
fryer battery. This toggle switch allows
the operator to manually operate the UFF
filter if a problem develops with the auto
functions.

3.6 Drain and Oil-Return Handles

1. Drain Valve Handle (Red). Pull to open.
The drain valve handle should be closed
at all times except when draining and/or
filtering the fryer.

2. Oil Return Valve Handle (Yellow). Pull
the oil return valve handle to open the oil
return valve for the frypot being filtered.
The filter pump activates when this
handle is pulled. Pull the yellow handle
only when filtering. Pushing the yellow
handle in closes the oil return valve and
deactivates the pump motor.

Filter pump reset switch

Manual filter override switch

Drain valve handle.

Oil return valve handle.

WARNING

If the filter pump safety switch repeatedly trips, do not continue to reset. A potential

safety hazard exists. Contact an authorized service technician for troubleshooting.

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3.7 Initial Cleaning Before Startup

New units are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove any visible signs of dirt, oil, grease,
etc., remaining from the manufacturing process, then coated lightly with oil. Wash thoroughly with
hot, soapy water to remove any film residue and dust or debris before food preparation, then rinse
out and wipe dry. Wash also any accessories shipped with the unit. Close the drain-valve
completely and remove the crumb screen. Make sure the screws holding the temperature probe onto
the heating elements are tight.

WARNING

All droplets of water must be removed from the frypot before filling with shortening.

Failure to do so will cause splattering of hot shortening and could cause injury to the

operator.

3.8 Final Preparation

A. The KSCFH18E frypot shortening capacity is approximately 90 pounds (40.5Kg).

B. Ensure fryer power switches are "OFF".

C. Ensure the tilt heating-elements are in the "down" position.

D. Liquid shortening (cooking oil): Fill the fryer to the lower OIL LEVEL line on the back of the

frypot. Replace the basket support screen.

WARNING

Never operate fryer without enough cooking compound or water in the frypot to

cover the heating elements.

DANGER

NEVER set a complete block of solid shortening on top of heating elements. To do

so will damage the elements and increase the potential for flash-point shortening

temperatures and subsequent fire.

E. Solid shortening: Either pre-melt solid shortening on another appliance first or cut into small

pieces and pack tightly into the cool zone (bottom) of the frypot (with the heating elements in the
"up" position and OFF). Lower the heating elements and continue to pack the shortening, taking
care not to disturb the temperature probe (on heating elements) or the high-limit (mounted in
frypot). Ensure the float switch is in the "up" position prior to packing solid shortening.

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