Frymaster MJ47 Installation Manual

Master Jet Series Atmospheric Gas

Installation and Operation Manual

Fryers

Series 35, 45,

CF & J1C

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

24-Hour Service Hotline [phone] NOVEMBER 2003

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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. See NATIONAL CODE

REQUIREMENTS in Chapter 2 of this manual for specifics.

NOTICE TO U.S. CUSTOMERS
This equipment is to be installed in compliance with the basic plumbing code of the Building
Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc. (BOCA) and the Food Service Sanitation

Manual of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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 the 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 Communcations 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.

DANGER

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.

NOTICE
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires any and all gas products to be installed by a
licensed plumber or pipe fitter.

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 liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any

other appliance.

DANGER

Instructions to be followed in the event the operator smells gas or otherwise detects a gas leak

must be posted in a prominent location. This information can be obtained from the local gas

company or gas supplier.

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.

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 fry vessels. 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.

NOTICE

IF, DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE CUSTOMER USES A PART FOR THIS ENODI S

EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN AN UNMODIFIED NEW OR RECYCLED PART PURCHASED

DIRECTLY FROM FRYMASTER/DEAN, OR ANY OF ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS,

AND/OR THE PART BEING USED IS MODIFIED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION, THIS

WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. FURTHER, FRYMASTER/DEAN AND ITS AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE

LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES OR EXPENSES INCURRED BY THE CUSTOMER WHICH

ARISE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DUE TO THE INSTALLATION OF

ANY MODIFIED PART AND/OR PART RECEIVED FROM AN UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.

RETAIN AND STORE THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE USE.

Master Jet Series Atmospheric Gas Fryers

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CHAPTER 1: General Information

1.1 Applicability and Validity...............................................................................................................1-1

1.2 Parts Ordering and Service Information.........................................................................................1-1

1.3 Safety Information..........................................................................................................................1-2

1.4 European Community (CE) Specific Information..........................................................................1-2

1.5 Equipment Description...................................................................................................................1-3

1.6 Installation, Operating, and Service Personnel...............................................................................1-5

1.7 Definitions ......................................................................................................................................1-6

1.8 Shipping Damage Claim Procedure................................................................................................1-1

CHAPTER 2: Installation Instructions

2.1 General Installation Requirements..................................................................................................2-1

2.2 Caster/Leg Installation....................................................................................................................2-4

2.3 Pre-Connection Preparations ..........................................................................................................2-4

2.4 Connection to Gas Line..................................................................................................................2-7

2.5 Converting to Another Gas Type....................................................................................................2-10

CHAPTER 3: Operating Instructions

3.1 Start-Up Procedure .........................................................................................................................3-1

3.2 Boiling-Out the Frypot....................................................................................................................3-4

3.3 Shutting the Fryer Down.................................................................................................................3-5

3.4 Controller Operation and Programming .........................................................................................3-5

CHAPTER 4: Filtration Instructions

4.1 Draining and Manual Filtering........................................................................................................4-1

4.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Operation...................................................................................4-3

Preparing the Filter Unit for Use and/or Changing Filter Paper.....................................................4-3

Operation of the Filter Unit.............................................................................................................4-6

CHAPTER 5: Preventive Maintenance

5.1 Fryer Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services......................................................................5-1

Daily Checks and Services..............................................................................................................5-1

Weekly Checks and Services..........................................................................................................5-2

Quarterly Checks and Services.......................................................................................................5-2

Semi-Annual Checks and Services.................................................................................................5-5

5.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services...........................5-5

5.3 Annual/Periodic System Inspection................................................................................................5-6

CHAPTER 6: Operator Troubleshooting

6.1 Introduction.....................................................................................................................................6-1

6.2 Troubleshooting Fryers with Solid State (Analog), Digital, or CM III.5 Controllers....................6-2

6.3 Troubleshooting Fryers with Thermostat Controls.........................................................................6-3

6.4 Troubleshooting the Built-In Filtration System..............................................................................6-4

6.5 Troubleshooting Abnormal Burner Operation................................................................................6-6

6.6 Replacing the Controller or Controller Wiring Harness.................................................................6-7

MASTER JET SERIES ATMOSPHERIC GAS FRYERS

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

1.1 Applicability and Validity

All Master Jet Series Atmospheric gas fryer model families (J1C Series excluded) have been
approved by the European Union for sale and installation in all EU countries.

This manual is applicable to and valid for all Master Jet Series gas fryer units sold in English­speaking countries, including those in the European Union. Where conflicts exist between
instructions and information in this manual and local or national codes of the country in which
the equipment is installed, installation and operation shall comply with those codes.

This appliance is only for professional use and shall be used by qualified personnel only, as
defined in Section 1.7.

1.2 Parts Ordering and Service Information

In order to assist you as quickly as possible, the Frymaster Factory Authorized Service Center
(FASC) or Service Department representative requires certain information about your equipment.
Most of this information is printed on a data plate affixed to the inside of the fryer door.

Parts orders must be placed directly with your local FASC or distributor. Included with fr yers when
shipped from the factory is a list of Frymaster FASCs. If you do not have access to this list, contact
the Frymaster Technical Service Department at 1-800-551-8633 or 1-318-865-1711.

When ordering parts, the following information is required:

Model Number:
Serial Number:
Type of Gas or Voltage:
Item Part Number:
Quantity Needed:

Service information may be obtained by contacting your local FASC. Information may also be
obtained by calling the Frymaster Technical Service Department at 1-800-551-8633 or 1-318-865-

1711.

When requesting service, please have the following information ready:

Model Number:
Serial Number:
Type of Gas:

In addition to the model number, serial number, and type of gas, please be prepared to describ e the
nature of the problem and have ready any other information that you think may be helpful in solving
your problem.

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1.3 Safety Information

Before attempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly.
Your fryer is equipped with two automatic safety features:

• High temperature detection shuts off gas to the burner assembly should the controlling

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

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

thermostat fail.

• A safety switch built into the drain valve of units with built-in filtration systems prevents

burner ignition with the drain valve even partially open.

CAUTION

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 European Community (CE) Specific Information

The European Community (CE) has established certain specific standards regarding equipment of
this type. Whenever there is a difference between CE and non-CE standards, the information or
instructions concerned are identified by shadowed boxes similar to the one below.

CE Standard

for Incoming Gas Pressures

Pressure

Gas

G20 20 Varies Varies Varies
G25 20 - 25 Varies Varies Varies
G31 37 - 50 Varies Varies Varies

(mbar)

(1)

Orifice Diameter

Regulator

Pressure

Consumption

mbar = 10,2 mm H2O

(1)

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1.5 Equipment Description

Master Jet Series Atmospheric gas fryers are designed for all-purpose frying (models J1C, MJ35)
and high volume frying (models MJ45, MJCF) applications.

1.5.1 Option Designations

There are many options available for Master Jet Series Atmospheric gas fryers. When fryers are
equipped with additional features, suffixes are added to the model name to identify the options. The
position of the identifying letter is a factor in the option it identifies.

Below is an example of a typical Master Jet fr yer’s options. Fryer configuration is revealed in the
model name and a list of option designators:

Model family
designator.

Series designator.

MJ2CFEMBLSC

Frypot number
designator.

Optional Melt Cycle

designator.

Model family designators:

J: Tabletop millivolt fryer.
MJ: Master Jet (all except J1C; filter system not included in MJ designators).
FM: Filter Magic filter system in separate cabinet (not applicable to J1C Series).
F: Fryer is configured for attachment to existing fryer/filter system (not applicable to J1C

Series).

X: Export Fryer (usually precedes above designators for export countries).

Frypot number designators:

1: Single fryer.
2: Two fryers banked together.
3: Three fryers banked together.
4: Four fryers banked together.
5: Five fryers banked together.
6: Six fryers banked together.

Model specific
designator.

Indicates presence

of basket lifts.

Indicates material used to
construct frypot and cabinet.

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1.5.1 Option Designations (cont.)
Model specific designators:

G: Thermostat control on front panel (MJ35 Series only).
E: Requires outside electrical source (not applicable to J1C or MJ35 Series).
V: Economy Fryer (Export Economy MJ35 Series only).
Blank, no designator here: Standard control behind front panel (applicable to MJ35 Series only).

Optional Melt Cycle designator:

M: Optional Melt Cycle control on front panel (not applicable to J1C or MJ35 Series).
Blank, no designator here: Melt Cycle option not included.

Basket lift designators:

BL: Fryer equipped with motorized basket lift (not applicable to J1C or MJCF Series).
No text in this position: No basket lift system.

Frypot and cabinet material designators:

SC: Stainless steel vat, door and cabinet.
SD: Stainless steel vat and door painted cabinet.
SE: Stainless steel vat, door, cabinet and sides.
SP: Stainless steel vat, painted door and cabinet.
ST: Cold-rolled steel vat, painted door and cabinet.
SX: Cold-rolled steel vat, stainless steel door and painted cabinet.

1.5.2 Model Applications

J1C Series gas fryers are tabletop fryers designed for limited space and all-purpose frying. J1C
frypot capacity is 15-20 pounds.

MJ35 Series fryers are freestanding fryers designed for all-purpos e frying. MJ35 frypot capacity is
30-40 pounds.

MJ45 Series fryers are freestanding fryers designed for high-volume frying. MJ45 fr ypot capacit y i s
40-50 pounds.

MJCF Series fryers are freestanding fryers designed for high-volume frying, specifically chicken,
fish and other breaded products. MJCF frypot capacity is 60-80 pounds.

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1.5.2 Model Applications (cont.)

All models except J1C Series fryers may be equipped with optional built-in filtration systems. All
models except J1C and MJ35 Series fryers may be configured for electrical power supplies ranging
from 120 to 240 VAC.

All models are of an open-pot design and have a hand-sized opening into the deep cold zone, which
makes cleaning the stainless frypot quick and easy.

Fryers equipped with built-in filtration systems are shipped completely assembled. Fryers without
built-in filtration require installation of legs or optional casters at point of use (J1C Series not
available with casters). All fryers are shi pped with a pack age of standard accessories. E ach fr yer is
adjusted, tested, and inspected at the factory before crating for shipment.

Frypots are constructed of welded, heavy-gauge cold-rolled steel or stainless steel. Heating is
supplied by a burner assembly having multiple gas jets, which are focused on ceramic targets located
around the lower side of the frypot. The burner assembly can be confi gured for natural gas, propan e,
or manufactured gas. The frypot is drained with a manual ball valve.

Master Jet Series Atmospheric fr yers are equipped with a thermostat probe for preci se temperature
control. The probe is located on the centerline of the frypot for rapid response to changes in loads
and to provide the most accurate temperature measurement.

Master Jet Series Atmospheric fryers may be equipped with an optional melt cycle feature (not
applicable to J1C and MJ35 Series), which pulses the burner on and off at a controlled rate. The
melt cycle feature is designed to prevent scorching and uneven heating of the frypot when using
solid shortening.

Controls on Master Jet Series Atmospheric fryers vary dep ending on the model and configuration
purchased. Control options can include thermostat controls, solid-state (analog) controllers, digital
controllers, or Computer Magic III.5 computers. Not all models are available with all controller
options. Each type is covered in detail in the separate Frymaster Fryer Controllers User’s Manual
provided with your equipment.

1.6 Installation, Operating, and Service Personnel

Operating information for Frymaster equipment has been prepared for use by qualified and/or
authorized personnel only, as defined in Section 1.7.

All installation and service on Frymaste r equi pment must be p erformed by qu alified, certi fied ,
licensed, and or/authorized installation or service personnel, as defined in Section 1.7.

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1.7 Definitions

QUALIFIED AND/OR AUTHORIZED OPERATING PERSONNEL

Qualified/authorized operating 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.

QUALIFIED INSTALLATION PERSONNEL

Qualified installation personnel are individuals, or firms, corporations, or companies, which, either
in person or through a representative, are engaged in and are responsible for the installation of gas­fired appliances. Qualified personnel must be experienced in such work, be familiar with all gas
precautions involved, and have complied with all requirements of applicable national and local
codes.

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSO NN EL

Qualified service personnel are those that are familiar with Frymaster equipment and who have been
authorized by Frymaster, L.L.C. to perform service on Frymaster equipment. All authorized service
personnel are required to be equipped with a complete set of service and parts manuals, and to stock
a prescribed minimum amount of Frymaster equipment parts.

A list of Frymaster Factory Authorized Service C enters (FASC ) was included wi th the fr yer when it
was shipped from the factory. Failure to use qualified service personnel will void the Frymaster
Warranty on your equipment.

1.8 Shipping Damage Claim Procedure

Your Frymaster equipment was carefully inspected and packed before leaving the factory. The
transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the
equipment for transport.

What to do if your equipment arrives damaged:

1. File a claim for damages immediately, regardless of the extent of damages.

2. Inspect f or and record all visible loss or damage, and ensure that this information is noted on

the freight bill or express receipt and is signed by the person making the delivery.

3. Concealed loss or damage that was unnoticed until the equipment was unpacked should be

recorded and reported to the freight company or carrier immediately upon discovery. A
concealed damage claim must be submitted within 15 days of the date of delivery. Ensure that
the shipping container is retained for inspection.

FRYMASTER L.L.C. DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR

DAMAGE OR LOSS INCURRED IN TRANSIT.

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2.1 General Installation Requirements

Qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel, as defined in Section

1.7 of this manual, should perform all installation and service on Frymaster equipment.

Conversion of this appliance from one type of gas to another should only be performed by
qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel as defined in Section 1.7
of this manual.

Failure to use qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel (as
defined in Section 1.7 of this manual) to install, convert to another gas type or otherwise
service this equipment will void the Frymaster warranty and may result in damage to the
equipment or injury to personnel.

Where conflicts exist between instructions and information in this manual and local or
national codes or regulations, installation and operation shall comply with the codes or
regulations in force in the country in which the equipment is installed.

DANGER

Building codes prohibit a fryer with its open tank of hot oil/shortening being installed

beside an open flame of any type, including those of broilers and ranges.

Upon arrival, inspect the fryer carefully for visible or concealed damage. (See Shipping Damage
Claim Procedure in Chapter 1.)

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.

PROPER INSTALLATION IS ESSENTIAL FOR EFFICIENT, TROUBLE-FREE
OPERATION OF YOUR FRYER. ANY UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATIONS MADE
TO THIS EQUIPMENT WILL VOID THE FRYMASTER WARRANTY.

Upon arrival, inspect the fryer carefully for visible or concealed damage. (See Shipping Damage
Claim Procedure in Chapter 1.)

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2.1 General Installation Requirements (cont.)

CLEARANCE AND VENTILATION

DANGER

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.

DANGER

This appliance must be installed with sufficient ventilation to prevent the occurrence

of unacceptable concentrations of substances harmful to the health of personnel in

the room in which it is installed.

The fryer(s) must be installed with a 6" (150 mm ) clearance at both sides and back when installed
adjacent to combustible construction; no clearance is required when installed adjacent to
noncombustible construction. A minimum of 24" (600 mm) clearance should be provided at the
front of the fryer.

One of the most important considerations of efficient fryer operation is ventilation. Ensure the fryer
is installed so that products of combustion are removed efficiently, and that the kitchen ventilation
system does not produce drafts that interfere with proper burner operation.

The fryer flue opening must not be placed close to the intake of the exhaust fan, and the fr yer must
never have its flue extended in a "chimney" fashion. An extended flue will change the combustion
characteristics of the fryer, causing longer recovery time. It also frequently causes delayed ignition.
To provide the airflow necessary for good combustion and burner operation, the areas surrounding
the fryer front, sides, and rear must be kept clear and unobstructed.

Fryers must be installed in an area with an adequate air supply and adequate ventilation. Adequate
distances must be maintained from the flue outlet of the fryer to the lower edge of the ventilation
filter bank. Filters should be installed at an angle of 45 degrees. Place a drip tray beneath the lowest
edge of the filter. For U.S. installation, NFPA standard No. 96 states, "A minimum distance of 1 8
inches (450 mm) should be maintained between the flue outlet and the lower edge of the grease
filter. " Frymaster recommends that the minimum distance be 24 inches (600 mm) from the flue

outlet to the bottom edge of the filter when the appliance consumes more than 120,000 BTU per
hour.

Information on construction and installation of ventilating hoods can be found in the NFPA standard
cited above. A copy of the standard may be obtained from the National Fire Protection Association,
Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

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2.1 General Installation Requirements (cont.)

NATIONAL CODE REQUIREMENTS

The type of gas for which the fryer is equipped is stamped on the data plate attached to the inside of
the fryer door. Connect a fryer stamped "NAT " only to natural gas, those stamped "PRO" only to
propane gas, and those stamped "MFG" only to manufactured gas.

Installation shall be made with a gas connector that complies with national and local codes, and,
where applicable, CE codes. Quick-Disconnect devices, if used, shall likewise comply with
national, local, and, if applicable, CE codes.

ELECTRICAL GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

All electrically operated appli ances must be grounded in accord ance with al l applicable national an d
local codes, and, where applicable, CE codes. A wiring diagram is located on the inside of the fryer
door. Refer to the rating plate on the inside of the fryer door for proper voltages.

DANGER

If this appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for your protection

against electrical shock, it must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-

prong receptacle. Do not cut, remove, or otherwise bypass the grounding prong on

this plug!

DANGER

This equipment requires electrical power for operation. Place the gas control valve

in the OFF position in case of a prolonged power outage. Do not attempt to use the

equipment during a power outage.

FCC COMPLIANCE

The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications to Frymaster computers not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment. Frymaster computers have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. While these devices are verified as Class A
devices, they have been shown to meet the Class B limits. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when th e 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 the user’s expense.

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2.1 General Installation Requirements (cont.)

FCC COMPLIANCE (CONT.)

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

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

2.2 Caster/Leg Installation

DANGER

DO NOT install this appliance without legs or casters.

Depending upon the specific configuration ordered, the fryer might have been shipped without
installed casters or legs. If casters or legs are in stalled, you may skip this section and proceed to
Section 2.3, Pre-Connection Preparations.

If your fryer requires the installation of casters/legs, install them in accordance with the
instructions included in your accessory package.

2.3 Pre-Connection Preparations

DANGER

Do not connect this appliance to the gas supply before completing each step in this

section.

After the fryer has been positioned under the fry station exhaust hood, ensure the following has been
accomplished:

1. Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of fryers without depending upon the

gas line connections. If a flexible gas hose is used, a restrai ning cable must be connected at al l
times when the fryer is in use. The restraining cable and installation instructions are packed with
the flexible hose in the accessories box that was shipped with your unit.

2. Single unit fryers must be stabilized by installing restraining chains on fryers equipped with

casters or anchor straps on fryers equipped with legs. Follow the instructions shipped with the
casters/legs to properly install the chains or straps.

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2.3 Pre-Connection Preparations (cont.)

DANGER

Do not attach an apron drain board to a single fryer. The fryer may become

unstable, tip over, and cause injury. The appliance area must be kept free and clear

of combustible materials at all times.

Level fryers equipped with legs by screwing out the legs approximately 1 inch, and then adjust them
so that the fryer is level and at the proper height in the exhaust hood. Frymaster recommends that the
minimum distance from the flue outlet to the bottom edge of the filter be 24 inches (600 mm) when
the appliance consumes more than 120,000 BTU per hour.

For fryers equipped with casters, there are no built-in leveling devices. The floor where the fryer

is to be installed must be level.

4. Test the fryer electrical system:

a. Plug the fryer electrical cord(s) into a grounded electrical receptacle.

b. Place the power switch in the ON position.

5. Refer to the data plate on the inside of the fryer door to verif y that the fryer burner is configured

• For fryers equipped with thermostat controls, verify that the power and heat lights are lit.

• For fryers having computer or digital displays, verify that the display indicates

c. Place the fryer power swit ch in the OFF position. Verify that the power and heat lights are

out, or that the display is blank.

for the proper type of gas before connecting the gas line quick-disconne ct device or piping from
the gas supply line.

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2.3 Pre-Connection Preparations (cont.)

6. Verify the minimum and maximum gas supply pressures for the type of gas to be used in

accordance with the accompanying tables:

Table 1: CE Standards for Incoming Gas Pressures

Model

Gas Type G20 G25 G31 G2 0 G25 G31 G20 G25 G31
Pressure

Number

Orifices

Manifold

Pressure

Air Flow

1

(mbar) = 10,2 mm CE

mbar

Orifice

Size

of

3

1

MJ35/J2X CE MJ45 CE MJCF/J65 CE

20 20-25 37-50 20 20-25 37-50 20 20-25 37-50

1,70 1,70 1,05 1,40

9 9 9 181818212121

9 13,5 22,5 7,5 10 20,6 7,5 10 14,9

2,50 3,06 1,51 3,10 3,58 1,80 3,62

1,40 0,86 1,40 1,40

4,18 2,35

0,95

Table 2: Non-CE Standard

for Incoming Gas Pressures

Gas Minimum Maximum

Natural

LP

6" W.C.

1.49 kPa

14.93 mbar
11" W.C.

2.74 kPa

27.37 mbar

14" W.C.

3.48 kPa

34.84 mbar
14" W.C.

3.48 kPa

34.84 mbar

7. For fryers equipped with a built-in filter system and/or basket lifts, plug the electrical cord(s) into
a power receptacle behind the fryer.

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