Perfect FRY PFC 187, PFC 570, PFC 375 User Manual

PFC SERIES MODELS

OWNER’S MANUAL

83539 Rev A (1/2020)

Be sure ALL operators read, understand and

have access to this manual at all times.

ADDRESS: 42 Allen Martin Drive, Essex Junction, VT 05452 PHONE: 802-658-6600 FAX : 802-864-0183 GENERAL INFORMATION: profits@perfectfry.com CUSTOMER SUPPORT: service@perfectfry.com WEB: www.perfectfry.com

OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ALL PFC MODELS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A PERFECT FRYER! ............................................................................................. 1

WARRANTY REGISTR ATION .................................................................................................................................................. 1

FRYER ACTIVATION .............................................................................................................................................................. 1

OWNERS RESPONSIBILITIES .......................................................................................................................................... 2

REGULATIONS & RECYCLING ....................................................................................................................................... 3

SAFETY FIRST ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4

INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................................................... 5

ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY ................................................................................................................................................ 5

ELECTRICAL SPECIFIC ATIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 5

PREPARE COUNTER-TOP AREA .............................................................................................................................................. 6

UNPACK ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6

ASSEMBLY .......................................................................................................................................................................... 10

COOKING ............................................................................................................................................................................ 14

CLEANING .......................................................................................................................................................................... 15

DAILY MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................................................ 15

WEEKLY MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................................................... 15

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................................... 17

TIPS ON DEEP FRYING .................................................................................................................................................... 18

OIL FACTS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 19

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 22

STARTING UP ...................................................................................................................................................................... 23

MANUAL MODE .................................................................................................................................................................. 23

PRESET TIMES ..................................................................................................................................................................... 23

PRESET MODE ..................................................................................................................................................................... 24

PRESET LOCKED MODE ....................................................................................................................................................... 24

COOKING TIME CORRECTION .............................................................................................................................................. 25

OPEN DOOR – PAUSED COOKING ........................................................................................................................................ 25

STANDBY MODE ................................................................................................................................................................. 26

SHUTTING DOWN ................................................................................................................................................................ 26

USER DEFINED OPTIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 27

BACKGROUND MENU - ACCESSING ..................................................................................................................................... 28

CTS

(COOK TIME SENSITIVITY) ...................................................................................................................................... 28

BACKGROUND MENU - MAP ............................................................................................................................................... 28

OPTION CHANGES ............................................................................................................................................................... 32

CUSTOMIZING PRESETS ....................................................................................................................................................... 33

CUSTOMIZING PRESETS ON THE FRONT LABEL ................................................................................................................... 34

................................................................................................................................................................................................ 34

HELP ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 35

SYSTEM ERROR CONDITIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 35

TROUBLE-SHOOTING TABLE................................................................................................................................................ 37

PFS AUTOMATIC EXTINGUISHER ............................................................................................................................... 38

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .............................................................................................................................. 40

ORIGINAL STANDARD EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................. 41

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Thank You for Purchasing a Perfect Fryer!

Warranty Registration

To ensure that you receive the highest quality service & support;

1. Simply fill out the online warranty registration form anytime at www.perfectfry.com and automatically receive your warranty activation code.

2. Fill out the enclosed warranty registration form and mail or fax it to Perfect Fry Company then phone Toll Free 603-225-6684 (Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 EST) to receive your warranty activation code.

Fryer Activation

SEE THIS LCD DO THIS GET THIS LCD

THANK YOU FOR

PURCHASING A PERFECT

FRYER SN# XXXXX

CALL OR GO ONLINE

ENTER WARRANTY CODE

AND PRESS START:



1) Enter your warranty activation code

2) Press

3) Your Perfect Fryer is now permanently activated

For temporary access, enter 123456 then press .

Temporary access is valid for 90 days.

Now that you have registered and activated your fryer;

• Take advantage of our food program partners whose rebates help offset the cost of your

newly purchased Perfect Fryer. Food program rebates will be sent to you, however if you wish to view our current partners immediately, please visit www.perfectfry.com.

• Take comfort in knowing that your Perfect Fryer is backed by an industry leading 1..2..3

warranty (see page Error! Bookmark not defined. for further details).

• Take comfort in knowing that the management and staff at Perfect Fry Company are

dedicated to ensure that you, the owner and operator of a Perfect Fryer, receive a top quality product that is thoroughly inspected and tested prior to shipment.

• Take comfort in knowing that our local distribution network is committed to supplying your

service and warranty needs. Each distributor has dedicated service staff that is able to answer any questions you may have regarding the operation of your Perfect Fryer. We also have an online knowledgebase available 24/7/365 at perfectfry.com with many great tips and solutions.

HEATING

ºF

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OWNERS RESPONSIBILITIES

It is the owner’s responsibility to:

• Insure the PERFECT FRYER is properly maintained.

• Allow only properly trained personnel to operate, clean and

maintain a PERFECT FRYER.

• Contact local authorities having jurisdiction to insure that the installation conforms to all local fire, building and health regulations.

• Schedule and maintain documentation that the appropriate inspection and maintenance of the PFS Automatic Extinguisher has been completed.

• Insure that the model ready for installation matches the supply voltage.

• Insure that the main power supply is disconnected before the PERFECT FRYER is serviced.

• Insure that all safety devices are intact.

• Insure that a proper surface is provided for the PERFECT

FRYER to sit on.

• Insure that proper clearances are kept.

• Operate and store the PERFECT FRYER above 32°F (0°C).

• Return the PERFECT FRYER for recycling when it reaches end

of life.

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CSA 22.2

Commercial Cooking Appliances forming part of

REGULATIONS & RECYCLING

Installation of your PERFECT FRYER must conform to all local fire and health regulations and building codes. The installation use and maintenance is to be in accordance with the Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, NFPA 96 - 2004.

The table below describes the standards that your PERFECT FRYER has been tested to and the corresponding listing marks.

STANDARD DESCRIPTION LISTING MARK

UL 197 UL 197 SB (UL 710B)

No. 109-M1981

NSF 4

EN60335-1

EN60335-2-37

EN61000-6-1 EN61000-6-3

Commercial electric cooking appliances. Commercial electric cooking appliances with recirculating systems.

UL 197 & UL 197 SB supplement also reference the following standards which your PERFECT FRYER meets applicable parts thereof:

• UL 1046: Grease Filters for Exhaust Ducts.

• UL 300: Fire Testing of Fire Extinguishing Systems for Protection

of Restaurant Cooking Areas.

• NFPA 17A: Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems.

• NFPA 96: Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of

Commercial Cooking Operations.

• EPA 202: Determination of Condensable Particulate Emissions for Stationary Sources.

Canadian Electrical Code, Part 2 Safety Standards for Electrical Equipment.

Commercial Cooking, Rethermalization, and Powered Hot Food Holding and Transport Equipment.

Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances Part 1. General Requirements Amendment 8913 - October 1995 Amendment 9475 - May 1997

Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances Part 2. Commercial Electric Deep Fat Fryers

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) – Emissions & Immunity for Light Industrial Environments

The table below describes the recycling procedures for your PERFECT FRYER.

WEEE (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) 2002/96/EC

When your PERFECT FRYER has reached end of life, please deliver the fryer to your local distributor. They will prepare and deliver the fryer for recycling to the WEEE collection system in your country. Most of the fryer’s materials can be recycled.

DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FRYER IN MUNICIPAL WASTE!

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SAFETY FIRST

LIFTING & MOVING:

 Your PERFECT FRYER’s gross shipping weight is 92 lb. (42 kg). Net weight = 80

lb. (36 kg).

DEEP FRYING:

 Cooking oil is very hot, 350ºF (177ºC). Hot oil can cause severe burns. DO NOT

TOUCH THE COOKING OIL UNLESS YOU ARE SURE IT HAS COOLED.

HEATER MODULE:

 DO NOT DROP  DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER

CLEANING:

 Before cleaning fryer or removing oil, let fryer cool to 122ºF (50ºC). DO NOT

TOUCH HEATER MODULE, VAT OR OIL UNLESS YOU ARE SURE IT HAS COOLED.

COOKING OIL MAINTENANCE:

 For sanitation and safety, we recommend that the cooking oil is replaced once a

week, more often for higher volume usage. Use a commercial grade deep-fryer formulated cooking oil. OLD OIL HAS A REDUCED FLASHPOINT. OLD OIL AND OVER-WET FOOD ARE PRONE TO SURGE BOILING.

SERVICING:

 DISCONNECT THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE SERVICING THE FRYER.

There is no need to unplug your PERFECT FRYER for normal cleaning or maintenance.

STORAGE:

 Do not store your PERFECT FRYER below 0°C (32°F)  Intended for indoor use only

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MODEL

VOLTS

AMPS

WATTS

NUMBER

RECEPTACLE

For use on an individual branch circuit rated 30A minimum. For supply

wire (30A rated). This fryer must be

and codes.

INSTALLATION

Electrical Power Supply

•

Your PERFECT FRYER must be connected to a dedicated electrical circuit that meets your fryer’s requirements (see table below).

Improper Installation may damage the fryer and void your warranty

• If your PERFECT FRYER’s plug does not fit your wall outlet receptacle, have an

electrician install the appropriate NEMA receptacle within 4 feet of the fryer.

See the manufacturer’s label on your PERFECT FRYER for the electrical Model No.

•

PFCXXX, then check off your Model Number.

Electrical Specifications

PERFECT FRY

CIRCUIT

NEMA

Put a check mark  in the box beside the Model Number of your PERFECT FRYER.



□

PFC 187

□

PFC 375

□

PFC 570

□

PFC 570

120 16.0 20 1875 5-20

240 16.0 20 3750 6-20

240 24.0 30 5700 6-50

connectors, use minimum no. 10 AWG

properly connected to a grounded, dedicated 208 VAC single phase circuit according to local installation standards

208 27.0

Minimum

5700

All models are single phase; 50/60 hertz.

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Clearances:

1” on sides 2” on back 0” on top

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INSTALLATION (Continued)

Prepare Counter-top Area

Unpack

1) Cut straps on shipping box

2) Remove box top and body

3) Remove outer plastic wrapping and keep box along with foam corners and sides

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4) Lift your PERFECT FRYER onto counter-top

Your PERFECT FRYER weighs 80 lb. (36 kg). Lift it carefully with your legs or with the help of another person and place it in its final location.

5) Remove all foam stuffing and parts

6) Put check mark  in box once the part is removed

1 Air Filter Cage



2 Air Filter Cartridge



3 Grease Filter



4 Grease Filter Tray



5 Basket Lift



6 Heater Module



7 Oil Vat



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8 Oil Spill Tray



9 Front Panel



10 Door



11 Door Spring (2)



Large Basket



(PFC187 & PFC375 only)

Extra Large Basket

(PFC570 & PFC570 only)

14 Oil Drainage Kit (Optional)

XL Basket Cover (Optional)

(PFC570 & PFC570 only)

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1 2 3

6 7 8

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12 9 10

7) Ensure that blow-off caps on fire extinguisher nozzles are kept in place

8) Go to ASSEMBLY section (next page)

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

ASSEMBLY

1) Clean parts and inside of cabinet (all except air filter cartridge)

a) Wash in warm soapy water b) Rinse with hot water c) Rinse with vinegar solution (1 part vinegar to 2 parts water)

The heater box must NOT be immersed in water or other liquid.

2) Plug in fryer and press

Note: LCD will display what is missing

and will beep twice when part is installed

3) Install grease filter into grease filter tray

Note: magnet should be on right side

4) Install grease filter/grease filter tray into filter compartment by sliding along rails and towards back

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK/CHANGE

HEATER BOX GREASE FILTER AIR FILTER PLACEMENT FRONT PANEL

5) Fit air filter cage over air filter cartridge

Note: Make sure arrows are pointing up

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COLD

HOT

ASSEMBLY (Continued)

6) Slide air filter cartridge firmly back into

filter compartment and fasten down with latch.

7) Install spill tray into bottom cooking

compartment

Note: Indents on bottom of spill tray

should fit into indents on bottom of cabinet

8) Set heater module onto vat

Note: “^” grooves on bottom of heater

module should fit onto back of vat

9) Pour frying oil into vat. Fill to COLD

level mark. Use commercial grade deep fryer cooking oil. DO NOT OVERFILL.

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ASSEMBLY (Continued)

10) Slide heater module/vat into cooking

compartment and push in all the way. Ensure electrical connection is complete with a firm push on the heater module.

11) Install drip tray in-front of oil vat. Drip

tray will fit snug between front edge of oil vat and inside edge of spill tray.

Note: If drip tray does not fit, press

heater module in further to complete connection

12) Install basket lift

a) Hold basket tray vertical b) Install rod into pivot hole – left

side

c) Install rod into motor coupler –

right side

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d) Pivot basket tray forward from

vertical position and insert arms into spill tray.

13) Install and close front panel. Turn latch ¼ turn clockwise and press down

14) The fryer will now begin heating. In a few minutes, you will be ready to start cooking!

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1. Insert Basket

2. Press Start

3. Frying

4. Remove & Serve

Fill Line

COOKING

Large Basket Extra Large Basket

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CLEANING

Daily Maintenance

Do not unplug the fryer and always make sure the fryer is turned off

Do not touch heater module, oil vat or oil unless you are sure it has cooled

1) Wipe basket(s) with paper towel to remove crumbs and food particles

2) Wipe crumbs, oil and any other food matter from inside of door into spill tray using a paper towel

3) Clean outside of fryer with a good stainless steel cleaner and wipe dry

Do not clean the outside or any other stainless steel part using abrasive cleaners

4) Check oil level on the back of vat to make sure it is up to cold line (at room temperature). If not, add oil as necessary. Replace the cooking oil once a week or more often if necessary. Use a

COMMERCIAL GRADE DEEP FRY COOKING OIL.

Weekly Maintenance

Do not unplug the fryer and always make sure the fryer is turned off

Do not touch heater module, oil vat or oil unless you are sure it has cooled

1) Open front panel by lifting and turning latches. Lift it off its hinges. The front panel can be cleaned as is or apart if preferred.

2) Remove air filter cartridge and set aside (for replacement, see page

17).

Do not wash air filter cartridge

3) Remove grease filter tray from cabinet. Remove grease filter from tray and drain any oil that has accumulated. Wash both parts in soap and hot water. Rinse well in hot water and dry.

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CLEANING (Continued)

4) Pour cooking oil from vat into containers for

disposal. Have empty containers handy for proper disposal of used cooking oil. A rendering company can help with proper disposal.

5) Remove basket lift, oil vat and heater module

(picture right). Use a spray on oven cleaner and enclose with plastic bag for at least one hour or leave overnight if possible. Wash in soap and hot water and rinse well in hot water. Rinse parts in a solution of: 1 part white vinegar [5% acetic acid] and 2 parts water. The vinegar rinse is very important. It neutralizes soap residue that causes oil breakdown foaming. Soap residue turns oil dark and reduces its performance significantly. Clear water rinse parts. Clean the male and female

terminals on connectors with rubbing alcohol and cotton swab.

The heater box must NOT be immersed in water or other liquid.

Do not spray male connector

6) Remove spill tray and drain any oil that has accumulated.

Wash in soap and hot water. Rinse well in hot water and dry.

7) With internal components removed, clean cooking and filter

compartments with grease cutting soap or oven cleaner if necessary. Rinse with damp cloth and dry.

Do not spray female connector

8) Move fryer, clean counter-top and external surfaces

9) Ensure that blow-off caps on fire extinguisher nozzles are kept in place

10) Re-install all parts (see ASSEMBLY page 10)

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CLEANING (Continued)

Periodic Maintenance

Air Filter Cartridge Replacement

• Replace the air filter cartridge at least once every 3

months, more often for higher volume usage. Replacement is safer and easier when the fryer is cool rather than hot.

• Only PERFECT FRY filters may be used in your

PERFECT FRYER.

Steps to replace air filter cartridge:

1) Open front panel by lifting and turning latches

2) Release latch on air filter cage, and remove air filter cage and air filter cartridge from filter compartment

3) Remove old used air filter cartridge from air filter cage

4) Wipe air filter cage clean

5) Fit air filter cage over new air filter cartridge and write date on cartridge ( Arrows up)

6) Install air filter cage and new air filter cartridge firmly back into filter compartment and latch in place

7) Close front panel and latch shut

PFS Automatic Extinguisher

• The PFS automatic extinguisher must be inspected monthly by the owner/operator and semi-annually by authorized service personnel as per NFPA 17A. It is important that a maintenance program is set up with a local fire service company to ensure that local jurisdictional codes are being met. Please refer to PFS automatic extinguisher (page

38) for more information.

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MINIMIZE THE MOISTURE

MAXIMIZE THE PROFIT

TIPS ON DEEP FRYING

Great Food in Less Time

•

Use premium quality commercial deep frying oil. Canola and Soybean oils are recommended. Do not use household cooking oils from your local supermarket. Poor quality oils may shorten the life of the air filter cartridge.

• Keep food frozen until ready to fry. Frozen product will absorb less oil during the

cooking process.

• Remove ice from food. Ice results in excess bubbling and spillage of oil out of the

vat.

• Minimize the moisture. Excess moisture extends the

cooking time. Water, ice, sugar and breading all contribute to shortening the life of the oil.

• Try to reduce the amount of breading that falls off of the food. Breading often has

sugar and other ingredients that will reduce the oil’s life and darken the appearance of food. Consider filtering the oil to remove the breading particles.

Do not overfill the basket. Excess food may not be cooked properly.

•

REDUCE THE COOKING TIME

Common Questions

•

How Much Oil to Use?

The PERFECT FRY has a capacity of 2 gallons of oil (8L). Fill the oil vat to the cold line only.

• How Much to Fry?

Fill the basket to the fill line only. The basket has an approximate capacity of 2 lbs (1 kg) of product per cycle.

• What is the Ideal Temperature Range for Cooking?

The ideal temperature range for cooking product is between 350°F and 360°F (177°C and 182°C). The factory default setting for cooking temperature is 350°F (177°C).

• Should Frozen Food Be Defrosted?

DO NOT THAW FROZEN FOOD! Frozen foods only should be put directly into the fryer in order to minimize moisture.

• Can I Refreeze Frozen Foods?

NO, do not refreeze frozen foods. Foods that are refrozen can absorb more oil, which will result in a dry, brittle and tasteless product.

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OIL FACTS

Frying oil is especially formulated to withstand high temperatures. For this reason, you must ensure you are using the right product. Liquid vegetable shortening is produced by several companies; the oil has an additive and/or has been formulated to increase the performance during high temperature usage.

DO NOT USE OIL THAT IS RECOMMENDED BOTH FOR SALAD AND FRYING!

Fill the oil vat to the cold line only. The oil expands as it heats and if overfilled, the bottom of the basket will remain in the oil when in the up/serve position.

How Much to Fry?

• Fill the basket no higher than the fill line. Do not overload the basket.

• Keep baskets clean and free of breading/batter build up.

• Remove ice crystals or excess water before frying.

• Do not salt or season before frying.

• Remove surplus and/or batter before frying.

• Do not allow frozen food to thaw before frying.

• Drain fried foods before serving.

How Hot is TOO Hot?

Ideal frying temperature range is between 350°F and 360°F (177°C and 182°C). Factory default setting is 350°F (177°C). When frying at too low a temperature, food absorbs more oil which increases oil consumption.

Excessive Oil Usage?

The fried product is absorbing oil. Possible reasons for this include:

• Excess breading or batter, shake off excess before frying.

• Allow basket to drain longer, adjust the drain time.

• Food is being allowed to thaw before frying.

Cleaning Your Fryer?

• Refer to the Cleaning section of this owner’s manual. Remember to clean the basket and drip tray.

Filtering Your Oil?

The most important procedure you can do is to maintain the oil, extending its life:

• Filter at least once a day, preferably first thing in the morning when the oil is at room temperature.

• Filtering removes all the contaminants from the previous days cooking.

• Clean the oil vat.

Points to Remember:

• Clean the cooking chamber at least once a week and rinse thoroughly.

• Filter oil daily.

• Do not overheat oil.

• Use the standby mode when possible.

• Do not salt product prior to frying.

• Remove ice crystals and moisture before frying.

• Maintain oil level in vat, check to ensure it is at the hot line often.

• The oil is dead when foaming appears continuously on the oil surface

Your oil, product taste, and customers depend on you.

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OIL FACTS (Continued)

If the oil temperature is set too high, the food will cook on the exterior and the interior will be undercooked. When the interior is cooked completely, the exterior will be overdone or burnt. The higher temperature will also cause the oil to break down faster and smoke.

During slow periods, take advantage of the standby mode which allows the oil to cool down to 275°F (135°C), prolonging the oil life and reducing energy costs while allowing quick recover time when required.

The oil temperature should not be adjusted when cooking different products. Adjust the cooking time instead.

Frozen Foods

Put frozen foods directly into the fryer. DO NOT THAW FROZEN FOODS! Blot excess water from food before frying. Remove ice crystals that may be at the bottom of the product bag.

OIL AND WATER DO NOT MIX! Water reacts with oil and makes it break down rapidly resulting in darkening, smoking and foaming (a process called hydrolysis). Excess water in the oil can cause the following problems:

• Unnecessary temperature drop meaning longer cooking times.

• More energy usage to maintain cooking temperature.

• Excessive splattering inside the fryer resulting in a mess to clean up.

• Decreased life of the air filter and the oil.

Refreezing Frozen Foods?

Frozen foods should be fried frozen. Foods that are refrozen can absorb more oil and make your fried foods taste greasy. Refrozen food forms excessive ice and these ice crystals can bond food pieces together causing clumping. Remember:

• Always FRY FOOD FROZEN.

• NEVER REFREEZE thawed food.

• REMOVE ice crystals from product before frying.

• DO NOT accept thawed or refrozen product from supplier.

Excessive Foaming?

The main reason for foaming is improper rinsing of oil vat after cleaning:

• To remove soap residue, rinse 3 times with water after cleaning or neutralize with a water and vinegar

solution (1 part white vinegar to 2 parts water).

• Take care of your oil; use standby mode during slow periods. High temperature and oxygen contribute

to oil breakdown. Filter oil and clean vat at least once a day when using heavily breaded products.

Excessive Smoking/Oil Darkening?

• Oil is too hot, check temperature.

• Inadequate filtering, breading or batter build-up in vat causes oil breakdown, giving food a bitter taste.

• Moisture content is too high. Use precooked frozen products only. Remember to remove ice crystals.

Grease Soaked Food?

• Frozen food is being allowed to thaw before frying.

• Oil is in the advanced stages of breakdown, replace immediately.

• Oil temperature is too low, check temperature.

• Product has too much breading or batter, remove excess.

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OIL FACTS (Continued)

Food Not Browning Properly?

• New oil may not brown the product; check color again after a few basket loads.

• Too much product is in the basket; fill no higher than the fill line.

• Product is not frying long enough, follow manufacturers suggested cooking times.

• Oil temperature is too low, check oil temperature.

• Product is frying in excess foam.

• Oil level is too low, check the oil level.

Premature Oil Breakdown?

• Oil is at full temperature during slow periods, use standby mode.

• Oil is contaminated. Never use wire brushes, copper pads or steel wool for cleaning. Use a hard

bristle brush and filter oil regularly. Rinse with water vinegar solution.

• Also, see section; HOW HOT IS TOO HOT?

Statements used in OIL FACTS section are taken from:

• NAFEM Food Service Industry

• Canola Research Foundation

• Sysco Oil Publication

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Table 1 Preset Mode Functionality

Feature

Manual

Mode

Preset

Mode

Preset Locked

Mode

Manually enter cook time

  

Automatically enters preset time

  

Remains in same mode after cook cycle

  

READY PRESET

KEYPAD

PRESET NAME

PRESET KEY

OIL TEMPERATURE CANCEL KEY

START KEY

ON/OFF KEY

NUMBER KEYS

RIGHT ARROW KEY

LEFT ARROW KEY

PRESET MODE

ACTIVE MODE

LCD SCREEN

information

• Easy to use, just a firm touch with your finger tip

• A smooth flat surface that’s easy to keep

clean

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• Displays user

• To turn ON

• To turn OFF

• To put in STANDBY

(see page 26)

Shows which of six modes

•

your PERFECT FRYER is in

• See page 23 for defaults

• See page 33 to customize

• Choose any one of 9 preset

cooking times (See page 23)

• 0 to 9

365

FRENCH FRIES

• Shows which preset mode your PERFECT FRYER is in (See page 23)

• Always displayed

• Choose between ºC & ºF

(See page 32)

• Stops a cook cycle

• Resets the screen

• Begins a cook cycle

• Adjusts cook time up by 10

second increments

• Adjusts cook time down by 10 second increments

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

1) Put food in basket

1 3 0

3:00

4:00

2:00

4:00

2:30

3:00

3:30

350ºF

YOU DO THIS LCD PERFECT FRYER DOES THIS

1) Press for ½ second.

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Starting Up

HEATING MANUAL

1) Now in HEATING mode

ºF

2) Oil temperature rising to operating temperature

2) Allow 10 to 30 minutes for oil to reach operating temperature

350ºF or 177ºC).

(

2) Open door

3) Set basket on basket lift

4) Close door

5) Enter cook time and press

ex:

6) Wait for “Beep”

7) Open door

8) Remove basket

READY MANUAL

350

ºF

Manual Mode

COOKING MANUAL

1:30

COOKING MANUAL

0:00

3) Once operating temperature is reached, now READY to start cooking

1) Brief pause, basket lowers into oil

2) COOKING cycle begins

3) Fryer counts down time remaining

4) COOKING cycle is complete

5) Basket raised out of oil

6) Food drains (time adjustable)

7) Fryer “beeps” to let you know that food is cooked

8) Fryer returns to READY mode

NOTE: Pressing

NOTE: The default presets are programmed and displayed to show you the PERFECT

Preset Times

Cooking Times & Names (factory defaults)

Name

FRENCH FRIES

CHICKEN TENDERS

ONION RINGS

and PRESET LOCKED mode.

FRYER’s capabilities. We recommend that you change the presets to match your own requirements. Please refer to pages 33 and 34.

Time

repetitively will toggle between MANUAL mode, PRESET mode

Name

POPPERS

CHEESE BITES

CORN DOGS

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Time

FISH FILLETS

CHICKEN WINGS

POTATO WEDGES

Name

Time

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LCD

PERFECT FRYER DOES THIS

7) COOKING cycle is complete

12) Fryer returns to MANUAL mode

350ºF

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

Preset Mode

1) Put food in basket

2) Open door

3) Set basket on basket lift

4) Close door

5) Press

6) Press 1 (for example)

Cook cycle starts automatically

Note: You can choose between 9

different presets

7) Wait for “Beep”

8) Open door

9) Remove basket

10) Follow steps 1 through 6 to cook another order this way

1) Press +

READY PRESET

350

COOKING PRESET

ºF

3:00

FRENCH FRIES

READY MANUAL

350

Preset Locked Mode

READY PRESET

350

ºF

1) Now in PRESET mode

2) LCD displays PRESET

3) LCD displays FRENCH FRIES (default setting is 3:00)

4) Brief pause, basket lowers into oil

5) COOKING cycle begins

6) Fryer counts down time remaining

8) Basket raised out of oil

9) Food drains

10) Fryer “beeps” to let you know that

food is cooked

11) Fryer returns to READY mode

1) Now in PRESET LOCK mode

2) PRESET is displayed on LCD

2) Put food in basket

3) Open door

4) Set basket on basket lift

5) Close door

6) Press 2 (for example)

Cook cycle starts automatically

7) Wait for “Beep”

8) Open door

9) Remove basket

10) Follow steps 2 through 6 to cook another order this way

COOKING PRESET

4:00

CHICKEN TENDERS

READY PRESET

350

ºF

3) LCD displays 4:00 (for example)

4) Brief pause, basket lowers into oil

5) COOKING cycle begins.

6) Fryer counts down time remaining

7) COOKING cycle is complete

8) Basket raised out of oil

9) Food drains

10) Fryer “beeps” to let you know that food is cooked Note: Still in

PRESET LOCK mode

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350ºF

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

Cooking Time Correction

YOU DO THIS LCD PERFECT FRYER DOES THIS

1) Enter incorrect cooking time (4:30 instead of 1:30 for example)

2) Press 4 3 0

Press

4) Press to erase cooking

time

5) Enter correct cooking time

6) Press 1 3 0

COOKING MANUAL

4:30

PAUSE MANUAL

4:29

READY MANUAL

350

COOKING MANUAL

ºF

1:30

1) Brief pause, basket lowers into oil

2) COOKING cycle begins.

3) Fryer counts down time remaining

4) COOKING cycle PAUSE

5) Basket raised out of oil

6) Cooking time erased, now in READY mode

7) Brief pause, basket lowers into oil

8) COOKING cycle begins.

9) Fryer counts down time remaining

Open Door – Paused Cooking

(Safety and Health regulations require doors and panels to be closed during cooking)

PAUSE MANUAL

1) Open door during cook cycle

2) Close door and press if

you want the cooking cycle to continue

3) Close door and press if

you do not want the cooking cycle to continue

1:24

 DOOR OPEN 

COOKING MANUAL

1:24

READY MANUAL

350

ºF

1) COOKING cycle PAUSE

2) Basket raised out of oil

3) Brief pause, basket lowers into oil

4) COOKING cycle begins

5) Fryer counts down time remaining

6) Cooking time erased, now in

READY mode

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

Standby Mode

READY MANUAL

350

Note: During slow periods, using standby mode reduces energy costs, allows a quick

recovery and minimizes oil breakdown.

ºF

1) Press and together

2) Release both

Note: Temperature will decrease to 275ºF

(to set default standby temperature, see page 28 for more information)

STANDBY MANUAL

275

ºF

Shutting Down

YOU DO THIS LCD PERFECT FRYER DOES THIS

TURN YOUR PERFECT FRY OFF:

• At end of day

• To replace deep fry oil

• To clean

• For other service or maintenance

READY MANUAL

350

ºF

1) Now in READY mode

2) Now in COOLDOWN mode

3) No power to heater element

4) Fans continue to cool fryer

5) Fryer counts down temperature

6) LCD backlighting goes off

7) Temperature decreases to

122 ºF (50ºC)

8) Fans stop

9) LCD goes blank

10) Your PERFECT FRYER is off

1) Press

DO NOT UNPLUG FRYER Fans must remain ON during COOLDOWN mode

READY COOLDOWN

350

ºF

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MAIN MENU

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

PRESET KEY

CANCEL KEY START KEY

NUMBER KEYS RIGHT ARROW KEY

LEFT ARROW KEY

MAIN MENU SCREEN

USER DEFINED OPTIONS

CUSTOMIZE YOUR PERFECT FRYER WITH YOUR OWN SETTINGS

• CTSTM Cook Time Sensitivity

• Temperature read-out: ºC or ºF

• Preset Cooking Times

Cooking Oil Standby Temperature

•

• Count of Cook Cycles

• Cooking Oil Temperature

• Basket Drain Time

• Sound Volume

• And Much More

LANGUAGE OPERATION OPTIONS PRESETS USER COUNTERS PRESET COUNTERS

• Home screen

• Use in combination with

START & CANCEL to access background menu

• Use to enter password (See page 28)

• Use to enter cook or standby temperature

• Use to enter preset times

• Moves menu selection up

• Toggles character selection

up in making preset names

• Goes back a screen

• Resets the screen

• Acts like an “escape” key

• Goes forward a screen

• Selects an option

• Acts like an “enter” key

• Moves menu selection

down

• Toggles character selection down in making preset names

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OPERATION OPTIONS

CTS REMINDER TIME MELT CYCLE FACTORY SETUP

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

FRENCH FRIES

TIME: TEMPERATURE: CTS: NAME:

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

LANGUAGE

ENGLISH ESPANOL FRANCAIS

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

USER DEFINED OPTIONS (Continued)

Background Menu - Accessing

READY MANUAL

350

ºF

PFC VER.: 6.X.X

FRYER SN# XXXXX

ENTER PASSWORD:



LANGUAGE

OPERATION OPTIONS

PRESETS USER COUNTERS PRESET COUNTERS

▲,

▼

MAIN MENU

START TO SELECT

1) Press

together

2) Release together

3) Press 4 7 5 0

4) Scroll down to the desired menu

selection and press

PFC VER.: 6.X.X

FRYER SN# XXXXX

ENTER PASSWORD:



LANGUAGE OPERATION OPTIONS PRESETS USER COUNTERS PRESET COUNTERS

▲,

▼

OPERATION OPTIONS

WAIT MODE  STANDBY MODE  PRESET MODE  BUZZER VOLUME 9 KEY VOLUME 4

▲,

▼

MAIN MENU

START TO SELECT

START TO SELECT

CTSTM (Cook Time Sensitivity)

• CTS

adjusts cooking time to compensate for the drop in cooking

oil temperature when a basket of product is placed into the fryer.

CTS

increases cooking time to accommodate for differences in product moisture content, basket-load size, and initial temperature.

• A proper CTS

setting will ensure a high quality product. For example; 2 lbs of French fries will cook to the same quality as only 6 ounces of French Fries.

• In addition to having a “global” CTS

Options menu for manually entered cook cycles, each preset can be programmed with its own individual setting. This provides for a lot of flexibility among different food products.

• Some experimenting with the range of 1 to 9 may be required to achieve optimum quality. A value of 5 is a good place to start and is the default.

• A setting of 0 means no CTS

whatsoever.

setting under the Operation

3:00

FRENCH FRIES



350ºF

LANGUAGE

Background Menu - Map

 ENGLISH (factory default)  ESPANOL  FRANCAIS

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



OPERATION OPTIONS

WAIT MODE STANDBY MODE PRESET MODE BUZZER VOLUME KEY VOLUME

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

OPERATION OPTIONS

UNITS DRAIN TIME COOK TEMP STANDBY TEMP LCD CONTRAST

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

OPERATION OPTIONS

CTS REMINDER TIME MELT CYCLE FACTORY SETUP

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

OPERATION OPTIONS

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USER DEFINED OPTIONS (Continued)

 WAIT MODE

 When , will not allow cooking until oil has reached operating temperature  Default is 

 STANDBY MODE

 When , gives user ability to put fryer into standby

mode

 This is an energy saving feature which holds oil temperature at

desired standby temperature

 Default is 

 BUZZER VOLUME

 Intensity of “beep” for finish of cook cycle and system errors  Choose between 0 and 9  Default is 9

 KEY VOLUME

 Intensity of “beep” when a key is pressed  Choose between 0 and 9  Default is 4

 UNITS

 Temperature of oil in the vat  Choose between ºC (Celsius) and ºF (Fahrenheit)

 DRAIN TIME

 Time a basket of cooked food sits out of the oil before you hear the

“beep”

 Choose between 0 and 30 seconds  Default is 15 seconds

 COOK TEMPERATURE

 Operating temperature of the oil  Choose between 275ºF (135ºC) and 375ºF (190ºC)

Note: Between 350°F and 360°F is ideal. If the temperature is set too low, the food will absorb too much oil and taste greasy. If the temperature is set too high, the food will cook too quickly on the outside and will be too dark once the inside is cooked. It may also cause the oil to breakdown quicker and cause smoking.

 Default is 350ºF (177ºC)

 STANDBY TEMPERATURE

 Oil temperature when fryer is in standby mode  Choose between low (ambient room temperature) and high (cook temperature)  Default is 275ºF (135ºC)

 LCD CONTRAST

 Visibility of screen  Choose between 0 and 9

CTS



 Adjusts cooking time to compensate for drop in cooking oil

COOK TIME SENSITIVITY

temperature when basket of product is placed into fryer. Refer to page 28 for more information.

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



<MORE▼>

ºF

15S

350ºF

275ºF 5

<MORE▼>

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PRESETS

1: FRENCH FRIES 2: CHICKEN TENDERS 3: ONION RINGS 4: POPPERS 5: CHEESE BITES

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

PRESETS

6: CORN DOGS 7: FISH FILLETS 8: CHICKEN WINGS 9: POTATO WEDGES

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

FRENCH FRIES

TIME: TEMP: CTS NAME:

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

RRRRRRRRR

USER DEFINED OPTIONS (Continued)

 REMINDER TIME

 Time elapsed after cook cycle is finished  Reminds operator to remove product after it has finished cooking  “Beeps” and displays “PRODUCT READY” on LCD  Choose between 0 and 99 minutes  Default is 0 (disabled)

 MELT CYCLE

 When , fryer will gradually melt solid blocks of shortening until temperature reaches 212ºF

(100ºC). It is designed to prevent scorching shortening and overheating element.

 Press to cancel and heat regularly. DO NOT CANCEL IF USING SOLID

SHORTENING!

 Default is 

PRESETS

 1: FRENCH FRIES  2: CHICKEN TENDERS  3: ONION RINGS  4: POPPERS  5: CHEESE BITES  6: CORN DOGS  7: FISH FILLETS  8: CHICKEN WINGS  9: POTATO WEDGES

Preset properties that can be changed (refer to page 33)

 TIME

 Cook Cycle Time

 TEMP

 Cook Cycle Temperature

 CTS

 Cook Time Sensitivity (refer to page 28)

 NAME

 Preset Name

3:00

4:00

2:30

3:00

2:00

3:00

4:00

3:30

3:00

350ºF

FRENCH FRIES

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USER COUNTERS

COOK TIME: NO. ON TIME: RESET ALL

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

PRESET COUNTERS

1: FRENCH FRIES 2: CHICKEN TENDERS 3: ONION RINGS 4: POPPERS 5: CHEESE BITES

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

PRESET COUNTERS

6: CORN DOGS 7: FISH FILLETS 8: CHICKEN WINGS 9: POTATO WEDGES RESET ALL

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

TOTAL COUNTERS

COOK TIME: NO. CYCLES: ON TIME:

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

USER DEFINED OPTIONS (Continued)

USER COUNTERS

 COOK TIME

 Accumulated cook cycle time in hours

 NUMBER OF CYCLES

 Accumulated number of cook cycles

 ON TIME

 Accumulated on time in hours

 RESET ALL

 To reset all values to 0

PRESET COUNTERS

 NUMBER OF CYCLES

 Accumulated number of cook cycles

 RESET ALL

 To reset all values to 0

TOTAL COUNTERS

 COOK TIME

 Accumulated cook cycle times in hours, cannot be

reset

 NUMBER OF CYCLES

 Accumulated number of cook cycles, cannot be

reset

 ON TIME

 Accumulated on time in hours, cannot be reset

CYCLES: 0

0HR

115

230

138

221

121

223

0HR

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OPERATION TESTS

FANS INTERLOCKS BASKET DRAWER HEATER

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

OPERATION TESTS

DISPLAY CIRCUIT BOARD

▲,▼ START TO SELECT

SET DEFAULTS

USER DEFINED OPTIONS (Continued)

OPERATION TESTS (for service personnel)

 FANS

 Use the arrow keys to turn fans on and off (note: oil

temperature must be below 122ºF (50ºC))

 Monitor rpm and current values of each fan

 INTERLOCKS

 To view interlocks and if they’re open or closed   = Open,  = Closed

 BASKET

 Use the arrow keys to move arm up and down  Monitor current values of motor

 DRAWER

 N/A (for PFA models only)

 HEATER

 For factory heater calibration. Do not adjust.

 DISPLAY

 Use START and CANCEL to turn all the pixels of the

LCD on and off

 CIRCUIT BOARD

 Monitor the circuit board temperature

SET DEFAULTS

 Press start to reset options and presets to factory

defaults

 PRESETS and UNITS will not change

Option Changes

(Example ºF to ºC)

PRESS START TO RESET

OPTIONS AND PRESETS TO FACTORY DEFAULTS

Note: All OPERATION OPTIONS menu items can be customized by following this basic

OPERATION OPTIONS

WAIT MODE  STANDBY MODE  PRESET MODE  BUZZER VOLUME 9 KEY VOLUME 5

▲,

START TO SELECT

▼

1) From OPERATION OPTIONS menu,

scroll down to UNITS using

2) Press

procedure (some use the arrow keys).

key

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OPERATION OPTIONS

UNITS ºC

DRAIN TIME 15S COOK TEMP 350ºF STANDBY TEMP 275ºF LCD CONTRAST 6

▲,

START TO SELECT

▼

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

Note: maximum 20 characters

SEE THIS LCD DO THIS GET THIS LCD

LANGUAGE OPERATION OPTIONS

PRESETS

USER COUNTERS PRESET COUNTERS

1:FRENCH FRIES 3:00

2:CHICKEN TENDERS 4:00 3:ONION RINGS 2:30 4:POPPERS 3:00 5:CHEESE BITES 2:00

TIME: 3:00 TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5 NAME: FRENCH FRIES

MAIN MENU

▲,

START TO SELECT

▼

PRESETS

▲,

START TO SELECT

▼

FRENCH FRIES

▲,

START TO SELECT

▼

USER DEFINED OPTIONS (Continued)

Customizing Presets

1) From main menu, scroll down to

PRESETS using

key

2) Press

3) Change PRESET 1’s settings by scrolling

down using the key

4) Press

5) Change PRESET 1’s cook time by

scrolling down using the

key

6) Press

1:FRENCH FRIES 3:00 2:CHICKEN TENDERS 4:00 3:ONION RINGS 2:30 4:POPPERS 3:00 5:CHEESE BITES 2:00

▲,

TIME: 3:00 TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5 NAME: FRENCH FRIES

▲,

TIME:

TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5 NAME: FRENCH FRIES

▲,

PRESETS

START TO SELECT

▼

FRENCH FRIES

START TO SELECT

▼

FRENCH FRIES

START TO SELECT

▼

3:00

FRENCH FRIES

TIME:

TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5 NAME: FRENCH FRIES

▲,

▼

TIME: 0:55 TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5

NAM E:

FRENCH FRIES

▲,

▼

TIME: 0:55 TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5

NAM E:

FRENCH FRIES

▲,

▼

TIME: 0:55 TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5

NAM E:

QUICK FRIES

▲,

▼

START TO SELECT

FRENCH FRIES

START TO SELECT

FRENCH FRIES

START TO SELECT

QUICK FRIES

START TO SELECT

0:55

7) Set new COOK TIME (e.g.: 55 seconds)

8) Press 5 5

9) Change PRESET 1’s name by scrolling

down with the key

10) Press (A small cursor appears under first letter of the name

PRESET 1.)

11) To change character above small cursor,

use the and keys

12) Press

to move forward

13) Press to move back

14) To enter your selection, press

after underscore mark ( _ ) appears

15) “QUICK FRIES” will now appear on

bottom left of LCD during PRESET modes

FRENCH FRIES

TIME: 0:55

TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5 NAME: FRENCH FRIES

TIME: 0:55 TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5

NAM E:



▲,

TIME: 0:55 TEMP: 350ºF CTS: 5

NAM E:



▲,

START TO SELECT

▼

FRENCH FRIES

START TO SELECT

▼

FRENCH FRIES

FRENCH FRIES _

▲,

START TO SELECT

▼

COOKING PRESET

0:55

QUICK FRIES

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USER DEFINED OPTIONS (Continued)

Customizing Presets on the Front Label

Used in conjunction with your custom programmed presets (please refer to page 33), easily identify your own custom presets by using the supplied label page. Simply follow the steps below:

1) Remove preset slider (default presets are located on front and custom preset label template is located on back).

2) Choose preprinted labels or create your own label from supplied label sheet.

3) Apply labels to preset slider in proper preset box (up to 9 labels corresponding to 9 programmed presets may be used on preset slider).

4) Install preset slider under preset menu label by starting from bottom (moving fryer to edge of counter may make this easier).

1 Preset Label Menu

2 Preset Slider

3 Preset Labels

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SEE THIS LCD

CAUSED BY DO THIS

GET THIS LCD



• Heating Element is not installed properly

with rubbing alcohol and cotton swab.



• Heating Element is not installed properly

with rubbing alcohol and cotton swab.

HELP

• PERFECT FRYER “beeps” twice to signal an error condition. When the error condition is corrected, two beeps signal OK.

• It is possible to have more than one SYSTEM ERROR displayed at the same time. When that happens, all error conditions will be displayed on the LCD. All must be corrected.

• When a SYSTEM ERROR condition exists, the PERFECT FRY de-energizes the heating element, but the fans continue to run.

• When there appears to be a problem, but no SYSTEM ERROR message is displayed, refer to the trouble-shooting table on page 35. If the solution suggested doesn’t solve the problem, call your service rep. or PERFECT FRY at 603-225-

6684.

System Error Conditions

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

FRONT PANEL

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

FILTER PLACEMENT

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

GREASE FILTER

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

HEATER BOX

• Hinged front panel is not installed or shut properly

• Check to see that front panel is closed securely with

two black latches

• Air filter cartridge is not installed properly

• Check to make sure cartridge is properly installed

( up) in air filter cage, and cage is securely latched in place

• Grease filter is not installed properly

• Check to see that it sits in grease tray (magnet on

right hand end of grease filter), and that filter and tray are properly installed in filter chamber

• Check to see that heater module has been properly placed on oil vat

• Check to see the electrical connection between heater module and connector is made at inside back of fryer compartment

• Clean the male and female terminals on connector

HEATING MANUAL

ºF

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

AIRFLOW/AIR FILTER

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

FIRE EXTINGUISHER

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

PRIMARY OVERTEMP.

• There is improper air flow

• Make sure air intake (front) and exhaust (rear) vents

are not obstructed

• Clean grease filter thoroughly

• Replace the air filter cartridge

• Loss of pressure in the Fire Extinguisher, system

needs to be recharged

• Call PERFECT FRY at 603-225-6684 for recommended fire Service Company near you.

• Check to see that heater module has been properly placed on oil vat

• Check to see the electrical connection between heater module and connector is made at inside back of fryer compartment

• Clean the male and female terminals on connector

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HEATING MANUAL

ºF

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CAUSED BY DO THIS

GET THIS LCD



• Cooking oil level is too low.

603-225-6684



HELP (Continued)

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

SECONDARY OVERTEMP.

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

MAIN FAN

CONTROL FAN

EBOX FAN.

• Make sure oil level is between the hot and cold lines at rear of vat.

• Cooking oil has overheated.

• Press and keys together and

release to reset

• Is it possible the heater module was

submerged in water? If so, call

• Main ventilation fan is not functioning properly

• Check main ventilation fan to see if it is

moving air and the fan blades are moving

• Remove obstruction and/or check electrical connection

• Control fan is not functioning properly

• Check control fan to see if it is moving air and

the fan blades are moving

• Remove obstruction and/or check electrical connection

• Electronics box fan is not functioning properly

• Check main ventilation fan to see if it is

moving air and the fan blades are moving

• Remove obstruction and/or check electrical connection

HEATING MANUAL

378

ºF

HEATING MANUAL

ºF

HEATING MANUAL

ºF

HEATING MANUAL

ºF

SYSTEM ERROR

PLEASE CHECK

BASKET MOTOR

• Basket motor has been obstructed

• Check for cause of obstruction before

returning fryer to normal use

• Correct cause of obstruction

HEATING MANUAL

ºF

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“PROBLEM”

PROBABLE CAUSE

PROBABLE SOLUTION

HELP (Continued)

Trouble-shooting Table

Won’t turn ON when you

press the key

ON but will not heat

Baskets will not lower into or rise out of cooking oil.

Outer surface is unusually hot

Cooking oil spills into spill tray, excessively

1) Not plugged in

2) Circuit breaker or fuse

3) Wiring

1) Connector on heater module

2) Electronics box module

1) Basket lift not working

2) Motor not working

1) Dirty grease filter

2) Air filter cartridge plugged

3) Fans not operating

1) Too much oil in vat

2) Too much ice or water in food

3) Too much food in basket

4) Oil has reached end of its life

4) Plug in fryer

5) Check circuit breaker or replace fuse

6) Make sure PERFECT FRYER is plugged in according to its electrical specifications (see page 5)

1) Replace heater module

2) Replace electronics box module

1) Make sure that the basket lift is installed properly (see page 12)

2) Check wiring

3) Replace Motor

1) Remove and clean grease filter

2) Replace air filter cartridge

3) Check rear of fryer for air flow

1) Remove some oil (when oil is cold it should not be above cold oil line inside vat)

2) Cook only frozen foods recommended for use in deep fryers; remove excess ice from food before placing food in basket

3) Do not fill food above top of basket

4) Change oil

Food floats out of basket

Excessive smoking

Excessive foaming

1) Too much cooking oil in vat.

1) Oil has “broken down”

2) Moisture

1) Soap residue

2) Oil has “broken down”

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1) Remove some oil; do not fill above cold

oil line.

1) Replace the cooking oil

2) Too much moisture or ice crystals

1) Rinse parts with vinegar solution

2) Replace the cooking oil

OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ALL PFC MODELS –1/20/2020

The PFS must be stored above 32°F (0°C)

PFS AUTOMATIC EXTINGUISHER

Note: Please refer to the PFS Automatic Extinguisher Installation, Inspection,

Maintenance & Recharge Manual (L20-361) for more detailed information.

1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The PFS consists of a cylinder assembly (with pressure switch and gauge), actuating lever, fusible link assembly, manual pull station, and two nozzles. It is designed and acceptable for use in areas that have ambient conditions between 32°F (0°C) and 120°F (50°C).

2. OPERATION

Automatic Operation

Upon the detection of a fire, the PFS will automatically operate. The fusible link rated at 280ºF (138ºC) will operate when exposed to the fire and operate the PFS automatic extinguisher unit. When operated, the PFS unit will discharge wet chemical agent through the provided discharge piping and distribution nozzles.

Manual Operation

The PFS unit can also be operated manually by pulling the remote lever (to be mounted on the front of the cooking appliance) that is clearly marked “In Case Of Fire - PULL”.

IMPORTANT: The manual pull handle is to be pulled ONLY IN CASE OF FIRE in the PERFECT FRYER (use when the automatic system has failed).

NOTE: Power shut-off is also achieved by system operation. If the pressure in the cylinder(s) drops below 92 psi (6.3 bar), the pressure switch opens, deactivating the power relay causing the appliance to de-energize.

3. INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE

The PFS must be serviced on a regular basis. Three types of servicing are required:

Monthly

An inspection or “quick check” must be conducted by the owner/operator and include verification of the following:

1) The PFS is in its proper location.

2) The PFS shows no physical damage or condition that might prevent operation.

3) The pressure gauge is in the green operating range.

4) The maintenance tag is in place and is up to date.

5) The manual pull is unobstructed.

6) The nozzle blow-off caps are intact and undamaged.

Semi-Annually

The system must be inspected by authorized service personnel, as per NFPA 17A and include the following:

1) A check to see that the hazard has not changed.

2) Examination of the fusible link, cylinder, tubing, nozzles and all auxiliary equipment.

3) Fusible links must be replaced at least annually from the date of installation. They must be destroyed when removed. They need to be replaced with the proper rated link (6GT587). A fusible link loaded with grease or other material can result in an excessive delay in actuation.

4) Verification that the agent distribution piping is not obstructed. Remove the blowoff caps (6GT014) from the nozzles to ensure that they are free of grease build-up and inspect them for deterioration. Replace them as necessary.

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PFS AUTOMATIC EXTINGUISHER (Continued)

Inspection and Maintenance

Semi-Annually (continued)

5) Where semi-annual maintenance of any wet chemical containers or PFS components reveals conditions such as, but not limited to, corrosion or pitting in excess of manufactured limits, structural damage or fire damage, repairs by soldering, welding, or brazing, the affected part(s) shall be replaced or hydrostatically tested. The hydrostatic testing of wet chemical containers shall follow the applicable procedures outlined in NFPA 17A.

6) All wet chemical systems must be tested for proper operation. A discharge of the wet chemical is normally not part of the test. Simply remove one lead from the pressure switch to initiate appliance shut-down.

7) Where the maintenance of the PFS reveals defective parts that could cause an impairment or failure of proper operation of the PFS, the affected parts must be replaced or repaired.

8) The maintenance report, with recommendations if any, shall be filed with the owner or with the designated party responsible for the PFS.

9) The PFS must have a tag or label indicating the month and year the maintenance is performed and identifying the person performing the service. Only the current tag or label must remain in place.

Twelve Years

Maintenance must be done by authorized service personnel, as per NFPA 17A and include the following:

1) The wet chemical extinguishing agent must

be removed and discarded.

2) The cylinder needs to be hydrostatically

tested to 300 psi (21 bar).

3) If the cylinder shows no signs of rupture or

distortion, recharge the PFS as directed in the recharging instructions.

SEMI-ANNUAL INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE (I & M) LOG: PERFECT FRY Serial No. _______________

Date __________ I & M by ___________________ Date __________ I & M by __________________

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

(FOR CE PERFECT FRYERS ONLY)

Application of Council Directive(s): Low Voltage Directive (93/68/EEC & 72/23/EEC) EMC Directive (2004/108/EC & 89/336/EEC)

WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC)

Standard(s) to which Conformity is Declared: EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-37 EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-3

Manufacturer’s Name: Perfect Fry Company LLC

Manufacturer’s Address: P.O. Box 501 Concord, NH, USA 03302-0501

Importer’s Name: ________________________________

Importer’s Address: ________________________________

________________________________

Type of Equipment: Commercial Electric Deep Fat Fryer

Model Number: ________________________________

Serial Number: ________________________________

Year of Manufacture: ________________________________

I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms

to the above Directive(s) and Standard(s)

Place: Perfect Fry Company LLC. Concord, NH, USA

Date: ___/___/___ ________________________________(Signature)

________________________________(Full Name)

________________________________(Position)

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OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ALL PFC MODELS –1/20/2020

ORIGINAL STANDARD EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY

Effective January 1, 2018, Serial Number E18AA000000

Perfect Fry warrants to the original purchaser of its commerc ial cooking appliances and related equipment that said appliances and related equipment will be free

from defects in material and workmanship under norma l use for a period of one (1) year from the date of installation, with appropriate documentation, to a maximum of

fifteen (15) months from the date of manufac ture, subject to t he follow ing additions, exceptions, exclus ions and limitations.

This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement at the Company’s option, without charge, of any part found to be defective within the warranty period and

reasonable expenses incurred for freight and material for the installation of such part; in addition, the Compa ny’s obligation shall be limited to reimbursement for normal

labor o n such parts.

Perfect Fry, Inc. agrees to pay the Authorized Service and Parts Distributor, for any labor and mater ial required to repair or replace, at the Company’s option, any part

which may fail d ue to defects in material or workmans hip during the abo ve genera l warranty period.

After the end of the above general warranty, the computer is warranted to be free of defects for an additional one (1) year. This additional warranty only covers the cost

of the part. Customer is responsible for all labor and shipping costs during this warranty period.

How to Keep Your Warranty in Force

• Make sure any shipping damages are reported immediately. Damages of this nature are the responsibility of the carrier and must be reported by the receiver.

• Install the appliance properly. This is the responsibility of the installer and the procedures are outlined in the manual.

• Register your equipment at www.perfectfry.com

sent via email.

• Do not install the appliance in a home or residence.

• Mainta in the appliance properly. This is the responsibility of the purchaser of the appliance and the procedures are outlined in the manual.

• Replace the air filter at regular intervals to prevent filter saturation. Record when the air filter is replaced in the Installation & Operations Manua l. Also regularly

inspect the door gasket for gaps, cracks and tears. Failure to do so could result in a non-warranty main fan failure due to grease build up.

• Adjust ments, such as calib ration, leveling, tightening of fasteners or plumbing or electrical connections normally associated with initial installation are outlined in

the manual and are not covered under warranty.

• Damages as a result of fire,

• Use the appliance for what it is intended. If the appliance is used for a purpose other than for which it was intended or designed, resulting damages are not

covered under the warra nty.

• Make sure that the appliance has the correct voltage. If a failure is due to incorrect or erratic volta ge, these damages are not covered under the warranty.

• Do not materially alter or modify the appliance.

• Do not obliterate, remove or alter the serial number rating plate.

• Use only Genuine OEM parts from Perfect Fry or its Authorized Parts and Service Distributors. Repairs are not covered by the warranty if non-OEM parts or

non-Authorized Parts and Service Distributors are used.

• Failures that are not attributable to a defect in materials or workmanship are not covered.

This warranty speci filters and gaskets.

Charges for mileage over one hundred (100) miles and travel time over two (2) hours from the Authorized Service and Parts Distributor are not covered under this

warranty. Extended mileage charges are the respons ibility o f the individual or firm req uesting these services.

If any oral statements have been ma de regarding the appliance, these statements do not constitute warranties and are not part of the contract of sale. This limited

warranty constitutes the complete,

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER WRITTEN, ORAL OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT

NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR WARRANTY AGAINST LATENT DEFECTS.

In the event of a warranty or other claim, the sole obligation of Perfect Fry will be limited to the repair or replacement, at the Company’s discretion, of the appliance or

the component part. T his repair or replacement will be at the expense of Perfect Fry except as limited by this warranty statement. Any repair or replacement under this

warranty does not constit ute an extension in time to the original warranty. Parts covered under this warranty will be repaired or replaced, at the Company’s discretion, with

new or functionally operative parts. The liability of Perfect Fry on any claim of any kind, including clai ms based on warranty, express or imp lied contract, negligence, strict

liability or any other legal theories will be limited to the repair or replacement of the appliance. This liability will not include, and the purchaser specifically renounces any

right to recover spe cial, incidental, conseq uential or other damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, injuries to persons, damage to property, loss of pro

loss of the us e of this appliance.

If any provision of this warranty is unenforceable under the law of any jurisdiction, that provision only will be inapplicable there, and the remainder of the warranty will remai n unaffected.

The maximum exclusion or limitation allowed by law will be substituted for the unenforceable provision.

cally excludes parts which wear or would be replaced under normal usage, including, but not limited to, electric lamps, fuses, interior or exterior finishes,

flood

or other acts of God are not covered under this warranty.

nal and exclus ive statement with regard to warranties.

. This is necessary to start your warranty and to obtain the unlock code for the computer. The unlock code will be

How to Obtain Warranty Service

Direct your claim to the Perfect Fry Authorized Service and Parts Distributor, found at http://perfectfry.com/servicemap.aspx , closest to you giving complete model and

serial number, voltage and description of the problem. Proof of the date of installation and/or the sales slip may also be required. If there are questions about this procedure,

write the National Service Manager, Perfect Fry, P. O. Box 501, Concord, NH. 03302-0501. USA

This warranty gives you certain specific legal rights; you may ha ve other rights which vary from state to state.

Perfect Fry, Inc., P.O. Box 501, Concord, NH 03302-0501 (603) 225-6684 • Fax: (603) 225-8497 L14-031 Rev 0 (10/25/17)

General Warranty

What is covered

Additional Part Only Warranty

Limits to the Warranty

Limitations of Liability

ts or anticipated

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OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ALL PFC MODELS –1/20/2020

Perfect Fry Company LLC.

42 Allen Martin Drive, Essex Junction, VT 05452

Tel: 802-658-6600

Fax: 802-864-0183

General Information: profits@perfectfry.com

Customer Support: service@perfectfry.com

Web: www.perfectfry.com

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Perfect FRY PFC 187, PFC 570, PFC 375 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Thank You for Purchasing a Perfect Fryer!

Warranty Registration

Fryer Activation

OWNERS RESPONSIBILITIES

REGULATIONS & RECYCLING

SAFETY FIRST

INSTALLATION

Electrical Power Supply

Electrical Specifications

Clearances:

Prepare Counter-top Area

Unpack

ASSEMBLY

COOKING

CLEANING

Daily Maintenance

Weekly Maintenance

Periodic Maintenance

Air Filter Cartridge Replacement

PFS Automatic Extinguisher

TIPS ON DEEP FRYING

OIL FACTS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

KEYPAD

PRESET NAME

PRESET KEY

NUMBER KEYS

LEFT ARROW KEY

ACTIVE MODE

Starting Up

Manual Mode

Preset Times

Preset Mode

Preset Locked Mode

Cooking Time Correction

Open Door – Paused Cooking

(Safety and Health regulations require doors and panels to be closed during cooking)

Standby Mode

Shutting Down

PRESET KEY

LEFT ARROW KEY

USER DEFINED OPTIONS

CUSTOMIZE YOUR PERFECT FRYER WITH YOUR OWN SETTINGS

Background Menu - Accessing

CTSTM (Cook Time Sensitivity)

Background Menu - Map

Option Changes

Customizing Presets

Customizing Presets on the Front Label

HELP

System Error Conditions

Trouble-shooting Table

PFS AUTOMATIC EXTINGUISHER

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

ORIGINAL STANDARD EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY

How to Keep Your Warranty in Force

How to Obtain Warranty Service

General Warranty

What is covered

Limits to the Warranty

Limitations of Liability