Pitco Frialator SF14 UFM, SF14R UFM Operation Manual

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

For Gas Fryers With Solo Filter

Models:

SF14 UFM & SF14R UFM

Pitco Frialator, Inc., P.O. Box 501, Concord, NH 03302-0501 • 509 Route 3A, Bow, NH 03304

[phone] • [phone] • FAX [phone]

A BLODGETT Company

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 liquids 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 instructions thoroughly before
installing or servicing this equipment.

TO THE PURCHASER

POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION INSTRUCTIONS TO BE
FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THAT AN OPERATOR SMELLS
GAS. OBTAIN THIS INFORMATION FROM YOUR LOCAL
GAS SUPPLIER.

THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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WARNING

The fryer is equipped with an oil proof, electrical supply cord with a three prong
safety plug. This is to protect operators from electrical shock hazard in the event of
an equipment malfunction. DO NOT cut or remove the grounding (third) prong
from this plug.

WARNING

There is an open flame inside the fryer. The unit may get hot enough to set near by
materials on fire. Keep the area around the fryer free from combus tibles.

WARNING

DO NOT supply the fryer with a gas that is not indicated on the data plate. If you need
to convert the fryer to another type of fuel, contact your dealer.

WARNING

DO NOT use an open flame to check for gas leaks!

WARNING

Wait 5 minutes before attempting to relight the pilot to allow for any gas in the fryer to
dissipate.

WARNING

Never melt blocks of shortening on top of the burner tubes. 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

At operating temperature the shortening temperature may be greater than 300°F.
Extreme care should be used when filtering operating temperature shortening to
avoid personnel injury.

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WARNING

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

WARNING

Ensure that the fryer can get enough air to keep the flame burning correctly. If the
flame is starved for air it can give off a dangerous carbon monoxide gas. Carbon
Monoxide is a clear odorless gas that can cause suffocation.

WARNING

A cooker equipped with casters and a flexible power cord, must be connected to the
gas supply with a Quick-Disconnect device. This quick disconnect must comply
with ANSI Z24.41. To limit the movement of the cooker without depending on the
connector or quick disconnect, a restraining cable must also be installed.

WARNING

The power supply must be disconne cted before servicing or cleaning the appliance.

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Table of Contents

Section

Safety Notice

Table of Contents

List of Tables and Figures iii

Chapter 1: General Information and Installation

11 WHICH FRYER DO I HAVE? 1-1
12 CHECKING YOUR NEW FRYER 1-2

121 Check Your Order 1-2
13 ASSEMBLY AND LEVELING 1-2
131 Heat Deflector Installation 1-2
132 Leveling 1-3

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141 Installation Clearances 1-4
142 Gas Connection 1-4

1421 Fuel Types 1-4

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1423 Quick Disconnect Gas Connection 1-5
1424 Fuel Supply Line Leak and Pressure Testing 1-5

143

144 Ventilation and Fire Safety Systems 1-6
15 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS 1-7
151 Visual Checks 1-7
152 Burner Ignition Systems 1-8
1521 Lighting Instructions for Manual Pilot Lights 1-8
15211 Pilot Flame Adjustment 1-9
153 Main Burner System 1-11
1531 Gas Line Requirements 1-12
1532 Burner Adjustment 1-12
154 Initial Cleaning 1-13

155

156 Thermostat Calibration 1-14

INSTALLATION

Gas Line Connection

Electrical Connection

Thermostat Calibration Check

Title Page

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157 High Limit Test 1-15

Chapter 2: Operating Instructions

21 FILLING THE FRYER 2-1
211 Filling the Fryer With Liquid Shortening 7-1

212 Filling the Fryer With Solid Shortening 7-1

22

MELTING SOLID SHORTENING

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Table of Contents (Continued)

Section Title Page

23 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2-2
231 Fryer Start-Up 2-2

232 Fryer Shutdown 2-3

233

24 SHORTENING FILTER PROCEDURES 2-4
241 General Filter Hints 2-5
242 Filter Procedures 2-6

25 DAILY CLEANING 2-7

CHAPTER 3: Owner Maintenance and Adjustments 3-1

31 FILTER MEDIA REPLACEMENT 3-1
32 WEEKLY FRYER CLEANING (BOIL OUT) 3-4

33

34 TROUBLESHOOTING 3-5
341 Fryer Troubleshooting 3-5
342 Filter Troubleshooting 3-6

Power Failure

FLUE INSPECTION

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List of Tables and Figures

Table Title Page

1-1 Fryer Model Information 1-1
1-2 Ventilation and Fire Safety References 1-6

Figure Title Page

1-1 Inside View of Fryer 1-9
1-2 Pilot Assembly, Flame Adjustment 1-9

1-3 Gas Valve Showing Location of Pressure Regulator and Pilot Adjusters 1-10
1-4 Main Burner Conditions 1-11

1-5 Air Collar 1-12
2-1 Fryer Illustrating Filter Components 2-4
3-1 Filter Module 3-2

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Chapter 1: General Information and Installation

The frying system you have selected for your establishment is the Pitco Frialator Model SF14 UFM
series. This model combines the convenience of built -in filtration and the compactness of under fryer
filtration into one easy to use unit. This fryerwill 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 SF14UFM and SF14RUFM.

1.1 WHICH FRYER DO I HAVE?
There are two models available with solo filters and both can use the same options. To find out which

model you have, look inside the door at the equipment identification plate. This plate has a lot of useful
information, but to identify which fryer you have, look at the model number block. The model number
identifies which fryer and what features you have. A brief description of each model and it's features is
provided in table 1-1.

Table 1-1 Fryer Model Information

Specification Description SF14UFM SF14RUFM

Hourly Gas Input 110,000 BTUs (27,720 Kcal) 122,000 BTUs (30,744 KCal)
Number of Heat Tubes 4 4
Hourly French Fry Production 75 Lbs. (34.0 Kg) 102 Lbs. (46.3 Kgs.)
Minimum Fat Capacity 40-50 Lbs. (19.76 L) 42-50 Lbs. (20.5 L)
Frying Area 14" x 14" (35.6 cm x 35.6 cm) 14" x 14" (35.6 cm x 35.6 cm)
Frying Depth 4" (10.2 cm) 4" (10.2 cm)
Drain Valve Size 1-1/4" Full Port (3.175 cm) 1-1/4" Full Port (3.175 cm)

Shipping Weight 250 Lbs. (113.4 Kg) 275 Lbs. (124.7 Kg)
Gas Connection Size 1/2" (1.27 cm) 1/2" (1.27 cm)

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1.2 CHECKING YOUR NEW FRYER
Your new fryer and its filter have been carefully packed into one crate. Every effort has been made to

ensure that your fryer will be delivered to you in perfect condition. As you unpack your new fryer, inspect
each of the pieces for damage. If something is damaged, DO NOT sign the bill of lading. Contact the
shipper immediately, the shipper is only responsible 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. As you unpack the fryer and it's accessories
be careful to keep the weight of the fryer evenly distributed.

CAUTION

To prevent equipment damage, don't tilt the fryer onto
any two of its casters or pull the unit by the flue vents.

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 items listed below. These items are very important
and MUST be retained for future use. A complete description of each component is contained in the

Shortening Filter Procedure in Chapter 2.

(2) Fry baskets per fryer (1) Fry Basket Hanger per fryer
(2) Pitco Cleaner Sample (1) Drain Clean Out Rod
(1) Filter Crumb Catch (1) Precoat Filter Aid
(25) Filter Paper (1) Cleaning Brush (Fryer)
(1) Fryer Crumb Scoop (1) Filter Crumb Scoop
(1) Heat Deflector

1.3 ASSEMBLY AND LEVELING
When you receive your fryer it is completely assembled with the possible exception of the heat de flector.

1.3.1 Heat Deflector Installation
You will find a removable label at the rear top edge of the unit. This label has instructions for positioning

and installation of the heat deflector. Refer to the label and the instructions below to install the de flector.

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a. Remove the two self -drilling screws from the top, back area of the cooker.
b. Position the heat deflector so that the angled portion of the deflector is facing toward the front

of the fryer. Secure the heat deflector to the back of the unit using the sheet metal screws
previously removed.

WARNING

DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion/ventilation or air openings around the
fryer. Adequate clearance around the fryer is necessary for servicing and proper
burner operation. Ensure that you meet the minimum clearances specified in the
installation instructions.

c. When properly installed the angled section of the heat deflector will extend over the flue

opening to redirect the heat. It SHOULD NOT cover the flue opening. Nothing should block
the flue opening as this will cause the fryer to overheat and produce dangerous gases.

1.3.2 Leveling

Using an appropriate wrench and level ensure that the unit is level.

a. Place the level across the front of the tank and rotate the adjustment on the front legs to level

the unit.

b. Perform step a to level the unit front to back by placing the level along the side of the tank.

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 properly restrained to prevent movement or tipping. This
restraint must prevent the fryer from movements that would splash hot liquids on
personnel. This restraint may be any means (alcove installation, adequate ties, or
battery installation).

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1.4.1 Installation Clearances
The fryer needs clearance around it for proper operation. Adequate clearances allow for servicing and

proper burner operation. The clearances shown below are for cooker installation in combustible and non­combustible construction.

Combustible

Construction Construction
Back 6" 6"
Sides 6" 6"
Floor - Combustible N/A N/A

Non-Combustible

In addition to the clearances required for proper fryer operation, there must be at least 23 inches of aisle
space in front of the fryer to remove/install the filter pan.

1.4.2 Gas Connection
Your fryer will give you peak performance when the gas supply line is of sufficient size to provide the

correct gas flow. The gas line must be installed to meet the local building codes or National Fuel Gas
Code (NFPA 54-1984) and ANSI Z223.1-1988 Latest Edition. In Canada, install the fryer in accordance
with CAN/CGA-B149.1 or .2 and local codes. Gas line sizing requirements can be determined by your
local gas company by referring to National Fuel Gas Code, Appendix C, Table C-4 (natural gas) and
Table C-16 (propane). The gas line needs to be large enough to supply the necessary amount of fuel to all
appliances without losing pressure to any appliance. Other factors that are used to determine the piping
requirements are BTU requirements of the appliances being connected and the length of pipe between the
meter (main shut off) and the appliances.

WARNING

NEVER supply the fryer with a gas that is not indicated on the data plate. Using
the incorrect gas type will cause improper operation. If you need to convert the
fryer to another type of fuel, contact your dealer.

1.4.2.1 Fuel Types - Each fryer is equipped to work with one type of fuel. The type of fuel with which
the appliance is intended to operate is stamped on the data plate attached to the inside of the door.

WARNING

DO NOT use an open flame to check for gas leaks!

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