Pitco E12SS Installation Manual

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

For Electric Fryers With Options

Counter Top Models:

E12 & E12SS

NOTICES

There are three different types of notices that you should be familiar with, a NOTICE, CAUTION, and
WARNING. A NOTICE is a special note used to call attention to a particularly important point.
CAUTION is used to point out a procedure or operation which may cause equipment damage. The
WARNING notice is the most important of the three because it warns of an operation that may cause
personal injury. Please familiarize yourself with your new cooker before operating it and heed the notices
throughout this manual. The WARNINGS are listed below and on the following page for your review prior
to operating the unit.

FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
or liguids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alter­ation, service or maintenance can cause property damage,
injury or death. Read the installation, operating and
maintenance thoroughly before installing or servicing this
equipment.

THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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WARNING

The fryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes. If local
codes do not apply follow the requirements of National Code ANSI/ NFPA 70-1990

WARNING

Before proceeding with installation, ensure that the switch marked OFF-ON-START
are in the OFF position. Also ensure that all the circuit breakers for the appliance are
OPEN or OFF. NEVER connect the fryer with power applied to the power lines.

WARNING

The heating elements MUST be covered with water or oil before they are turned on.
NEVER turn on the fryer unless the elements are covered by at least one inch of
liquid.

WARNING

Never melt blocks of shortening on top of the heating elements. This will cause a
fire, and void your warranty.

WARNING

Water and shortening DO NOT mix. Keep liquids away from hot shortening.

Dropping liquid frozen food into the hot shortening will cause violent boiling.

WARNING

To prevent bums, always ensure the fryer is completely COOLED down before
working on the fryer.

WARNING

It will be easier and safer if the filter assembly has cooled to room temperature
before handling any filter parts.

WARNING

All power supplies must be disconnected before servicing or cleaning the
appliance. Some appliances have more than one power supply. Make sure they are
ALL disconnected.

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WARNING

DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE PRESENT

The fuses for the fryer's heating elements and controls are located inside the back
enclosure of the fryer. Extreme care must be taken when opening the back cove r of
the fryer. NEVER remove the back cover of the fryer unless all power to the
appliance has been disconnected.

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Table of Contents

Section

Safety Notice
Table of Contents i-ii

List of Tables and Figures iii

Chapter 1: General Information and Installation
11 INTRODUCTION 1-1
12 CHECKING YOUR NEW FRYER 1-2
121 Check Your Order 1-2
13 ASSEMBLY AND LEVELING 1-2
14 INSTALLATION 1-2
141 Installation Clearances 1-3
142 CO2 Fire System 1-3
143 Electrical Connection 1-3
144 Ventilation and Fire Safety Systems 1-5
15 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS 1-6
151 Visual Checks 1-6
152 Initial Cleaning 1-7
153 Solid State Thermostat Calibration Check 1-8

Chapter 2: Operating Instructions
21 FILLING THE FRYER 2-1
211 Filling the Fryer With Liquid Shortening 2-1
212 Filling the Fryer With Solid Shortening 2-1
22 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-2
221 Fryer Start-Up 2-2
222 Fryer Shutdown 2-2
223 Power Failure 2-3
23 DAILY CLEANING 2-3

CHAPTER 3: Maintenance, Adjustments, and Service
31 WEEKLY FRYER CLEANING (BOIL OUT) 3-1
32 CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES 3-2
3-3 TESTING CONTACTORS AND RELAYS 3-3
34 TESTING HEATING ELEMENTS 3-3
35 TESTING THE TEMPERATURE SETTING POTENTIOMETERS 3-4
36 TESTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL MODULE 3-4
37 TESTING THE TEMPERATURE PROBE 3-5

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38 TESTING THE HEATING ELEMENT INTERLOCK SWITCH 3-5
39 SERVICE 3-6

391 Replacement Procedures 3-6
3911 Heating Element Removal and Replacement 3-6
310 TROUBLESHOOTING 3-8
3101 Fryer Troubleshooting 3-8

CHAPTER 4: Parts

ALPHABETICAL PART LIST 4-4
NUMERICAL PART LIST 4-6

CHAPTER 5: Schematic

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List of Tables and Figures

Table Title Page

1-1 Fryer Specifications 1-1
1-2 Electrical Requirements for Various Fryer Models 1-4
1-3 Ventilation and Fire Safety References 1-5

Figure

4-1 Outside View 4-2
4-2 Fryer Electrical Components (Back of Fryer) 4-3

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Chapter 1: General Information and Installation

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pitco Frialator counter top electric fryer. This unit will give
you many years of reliable service if you follow the simple operation and maintenance procedures in this
manual. Contained in this manual are the general installation, operation, and maintenance procedures for
the counter top electric fryer models E12 and E12SS

1.1 INTRODUCTION
All models come standard with solid state temperatures controls, automatic melt cycle controller, and built

in safety devices. To find out which model you have look at the identification plate inside the door. This
plate has a lot of useful information, but to identify which fryer you have, look at the model number block.
The mode l number identifies which fryer and what features you have. Models E12 and E12SS both have
the same features. The difference between these two models is that model E12SS has a stainless steel fry
tank. Table 1-1 has a list of fryer specifications.

Table 1-1 Fryer Specifications

Specification Description Domestic Units (USA) Foreign Units (Metric)

Hourly Electric Input 10.5 KW 10.5 KW
Hourly French Fry Production 45 Lbs. 20.4 Kgs.
Minimum Fat Capacity 28Lbs. 13.6 L
Frying Area 12" x 12" 30.5 x 30.5 cm
Frying Depth 3-3/4" 95cm
Drain Valve Size 1"NPT 2.54cm
Shipping Weight 80 Lbs. 36.3 Kgs.
Voltage(s) 208 VAC, 240 VAC, or 480 VAC 208 VAC, 240 VAC, or 480 VAC

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1.2 CHECKING YOUR NEW FRYER
Your new fryer has been carefully packed. Every effort has been made to ensure that your fryer will be

delivered to you in perfect condition. As you unpack the fryer, inspect each of the pieces for damage. If
something is dama ged, DO NOT sign the bill of lading. Contact the shipper immediately, because the
shipper is only responsible for damages for 15 days after delivery. Check the packing list enclosed with
your fryer to ensure that you have received all of the parts to the fryer. If you are missing any parts, contact
the dealer from whom the fryer was purchased.

Locate your Pitco Frialator warranty and fill in the serial number of the fryer and the date received. You
will find the serial number on the plate inside the door. Put your warranty card in a safe place for future
reference. DO NOT return the card to Pitco Frialator.

1.2.1 Check Your Order

The crate containing the fryer unit will also contain the following:

(2) Fry baskets per fryer
(1) Fry Basket Hanger per fryer

(2) Pitco Cleaner Sample
(1) Drain Clean Out Rod
(1) Drain Line Extension

1.3 ASSEMBLY AND LEVELING
When you receive your fryer it is completely assembled. In some cases if you have purchased a multi-fryer

unit some simple assembly may be required.

1.4 INSTALLATION
Although it is possible for you to install and set up your new fryer, it is STRONGLY recommended that

you have it done by qualified professionals. The professionals that install your new fryer will know the
local building codes and ensure that your installation is safe.

WARNING

The Fryer MUST be secured to the counter top. This prevents the moving and
accidental splashing of hot oil on personnel.

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Combustible

Non-Combustible

Construction

Construction

Sides

6" 0"

1.4.1 Installation Clearances
The fryer needs clearance around it for proper and safe operation. These clearances provide adequate

distance to prevent combustible materials from coming in contact with hot fryer surfaces. The clearances
shown are for cooke r installation in combustible and non-combustible construction.

Back 6" 0"

1.4.2 CO2 Fire System

Your new fryer has a CO2 tie in that is designed to be electrically connected to the building fire protection
system. The CO2 tie in is an electrical connector built into the 24 VAC fryer control system. To connect
the fryer to the building fire system, remove the connector jumper.

CAUTION

Do not apply power to this connector. This connection must be used with a
normally closed relay type system.

Cut the jumper wire and splice the ends of the wire to the building fire protection system. When this point
is broken by the building fire protection system, the fryer will completely shut down. Once shutdown a fire
can be quickly extinguished.

1.4.3 Electrical Connection

WARNING

The fryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes. If local
codes do not apply follow the requirements of National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA 70-1990.

The electrical service used by the fryer must comply with local codes. If there are no local codes that
apply, refer to the National Electrical Code (NEC) to install the service. In Canada refer to CSA Standard
C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 & 2, and local codes. The type of power supplied to the fryer is
dependent on the model of the fryer. While the fryers can be configured to accept a variety of electrical
power, the heating elements are designed for a particular voltage range.

WARNING

Before proceeding with installation, ensure that the switch marked OFF-ON­START is in the OFF position. Also ensure that all the circuit breakers for the
appliance are OPEN or OFF. NEVER connect the fryer with power applied to the
power lines. Some appliances have more than one power supply. Make sure they are
ALL disconnected.

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Heater Element

You fryer is shipped with the internal wiring connected to support the voltage and phase requirements
ordered. You can verify the wiring configuration by comparing the schematic supplied with the fryer to the
wiring arrangement of your fryer. Table 1-2 pr ovides a list of models and voltage ranges along with the
heating element part number for that voltage range. Check the fryer data plate to ensure that the fryer you
are installing matches the power to be supplied to it.

CAUTION

Connecting the fryer to the wrong power supply may cause damage to the fryer and
will void the warranty.

Table 1-2 Electrical Requirements for Various Fryer Models

Model

Number

E12

E12

E12

E12

E12

Voltage
Phase Arrangement

208 VAC
Single Phase (2 wires and a ground)

208 VAC
Three Phase (3 wires and a ground)

240 VAC
Single Phase (2 wires and a ground)
240 VAC
Three Phase (3 wires and a ground)

480 VAC
Three Phase (3 wires and a ground)

Line Current
Total Power

50.5 AMPS/Line

10.5 KW

29.2 AMPS/Line

10.5 KW

43.8 AMPS/Line

10.5 KW

25.3 AMPS/Line

10.5 KW

12.6 AMPS/Line

10.5 KW

Part Number

P5046923

P5046923

P5046924

P5046924

P5046951

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Underwriters Laboratory

Types of Fire Extingushers

1.4.4 Ventilation and Fire Safety Systems
Your new fryer must have proper ventilation to function safely and properly. It is very important to install

a fire safety system. Your ventilation system should be designed to allow for easy cleaning. Frequent
cleaning of the ventilation system and the fryer will reduce the chances of fire. Table 1-3 provides a list of
reference documents that give additional guidance on ventilation and fire safety systems. This table is not
necessarily complete.

Table 1-3 Ventilation and Fire Safety References

Topic

Grease Extractor ANSI/UL 710-1981 ANSI/NFPA 96-1987
Ventilation Hood ANSI/UL 705-1984 ANSI/NFPA 96-1987
Filter Unit ANSI/UL 586-1985 ANSI/NFPA 96-1987

and Detection Equipment
CO2 ANSI/UL 154-1983 ANSI/NFPA 12-1989
Dry Chemical ANSI/UL 299-1984 ANSI/NFPA 17-1985
Water ANSI/UL 626-1984 ANSI/NFPA 13-1989
Foam
Sprinklers ANSI/UL 199-1982 ANSI/NFPA 13-1989

Smoke Detectors ANSI/UL 268-1981 ANSVFPA 72B-1986
Fire Detection Thermostats ANSI/UL 521-1987 ANSI/FPA 72B-1986

ANSI/UL 900-1987

Document

National Fuel Gas Code

Document

ANSI/NFPA 11-1988

ANSI/NFPA 13-1989

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INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS

Before your fryer has been installed as described in section 1.4, it needs to be checked and adjusted
insure that it will perform as designed.

1.5.1 Visual Checks

Before you begin filling and adjusting the fryer, perform the following visual checks:

a. After the fryer is in its permanent location check its levelness. For proper and safe operation the

fryer must be level.

Figure 1-1 Inside Fryer Tank

b. Check the temperature bulbs (thermostat/high-limit) and other fryer tank components to ensure

that the mounting screws are tight and all components are secure. Ensure that the heating
elements are down and in place. Figure 1-1 shows fryer tank components.

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1.5.2 Initial Cleaning
When the fryer is shipped, many of its parts are covered with a thin coat of high quality shortening for

protection. Before the fryer is ready for cooking it must be cleaned. This will remove the oil coating and
any foreign matter that may have accumulated during storage and shipment After the fryer has been
installed and checked by a qualified professional clean the fryer as described below.

NOTICE

Since this will be the first time the fryer is turned on since leaving the factory, be
observant for any unusual signs of trouble. Any time a new piece of equipment is
energized there will be some odors as new components heat up. This is normal. If
odors persist or excessive smoke is seen TURN OFF the power to the appliance at
the service panel. Have a qualified technician check out the unit for the cause.

WARNING

The heating elements MUST be covered with water or oil before they are turned on.
NEVER turn on the fryer unless the main elements are covered by at least one inch
of liquid.

WARNING

All power supplies must be disconnected before servicing or cleaning the appliance.
Some appliances have more than one power supply. Make sure they are ALL
disconnected.

a. Check the drain valve to ensure that it is closed. Fill the fryer with water to the fill line marked

on the back of the tank.

b. Press the START side of the OFF-ON-START switch and release. The switch will snap back to

the ON position. Switch the Melt Switch to MELT OFF. Set the thermostat to 220°F. The
HEATING ON light will be on while the elements are on. Bring the water to a gentle boil.

c. Allow the fryer to heat for 15 minutes. Add Pitco cleaner, stirring to ensure cleaner has

dissolved thoroughly.

NOTE

Do not leave the fryer unattended during cleaning. Never let the water level go below
the "Min Level" mark on the back of the tank.

d. Using the fryer cleaning brush, and insulated rubber gloves, scrub the inside of the fryer to

remove protective coating.

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