OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Shortening Filter
Model No. 99-A, 102-A, &
107-A Series
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
Installation..................................................................... 2
Operating ....................................................................... 3
Cleaning ........................................................................ 5
Parts List................................................................ 6 & 7
Troubleshooting ............................................................ 8
LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in
material and/or workmanship for a period of one (1)
years from date of original installation, not to exceed 18 months from date of shipment from our
factory.
Any component which proves to be faulty in material
and/or workmanship will be replaced or repaired (at
the option of Prince Castle, Inc.) without cost to the
customer for parts or labor.
The Prince Castle Shortening Filter was designed
and constructed to perform an important part in the
operation and maintenance of fryers. This filter was
designed to give excellent service and save hundreds of dollars by keeping oil as clean as possible.
Cleaner oil not only saves money it results in making a better product.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
Electrical
115 Volts, 1/3 Hp Motor, 60 Hz, 6.5 Amps, 780 Watts
This warranty is subject to the following exceptions/
conditions:
l Use of non-genuine Prince Castle spare parts
will void this warranty.
l This equipment is portable; charges for on-loca-
tion service (e.g., trip charges, mileage) are only
included in the provisions of this warranty for a
failure which occurs within the first 30 days of
installation.
l All labor should be performed during regular work
hours. Overtime is not covered under the provisions of this warranty.
l Damage caused by carelessness, neglect, and/
or abuse (e.g., dropping, tampering or altering
electrical parts), equipment damaged in shipment, by fire, flood or an act of God is not covered
under this warranty.
l Running water through the pump rusts internal
parts and will void this warranty.
Printed in 1999
Prince Castle Inc.
355 East Kehoe Blvd. l Carol Stream, IL 60188
Tel: (630) 462-8800
Toll Free: 1-800-PCASTLE
l Fax: (630) 462-1460
99-502
INSTALLATION
1. After you have removed the Shortening Filter from
the carton, inspect the unit for signs of damage. If
there is damage to the unit:
l Notify carrier within 24 hours after delivery.
l Save carton and packing materials for inspection
purposes.
l Contact the Prince Castle Customer Sales
Department at 1-800-722-7853 to arrange for
a replacement to be sent.
2. Verify that all parts have been received.
l Motor, Pump and Hardware Assembly
l Ring Weight
l Standpipe/Casters
l Hose Assembly
l Screen Assembly
3. Insert (4) casters into caster bracket weldments.
5. Place filter paper over thread on top of screen.
IMPORTANT: Center paper properly so it lays flat on
the screen and overlaps on each end. If incorrect, torn,
or no filter paper is used the unit will not filter properly.
6. Spread approximately 16oz, by volume, of filter
powder (Prince Castle No. 712) over filter paper.
7. Place the ring weight on the filter paper.
4. Place screen assembly, with thread facing up,
inside filter tank.
IMPORTANT: Make sure paper is not folded or creased
under the ring weight.
8. Hand-tighten standpipe to screen.
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9. Place safety guard on tank.
OPERATION
Required Protective Equipment:
l Face Shield
l Rubber Gloves
l Apron
CAUTION: Handle and Hose are Hot
CAUTION: Maximum normal operating
pressure 50PSI (35, 155 KGS/SQ Meter)
1. Remove cooking probes from fryer, if present.
10. Grasp motor assembly by handle and set it on
the edge of the tank so the union nut lines up
with standpipe. Hand tighten the union nut to the
standpipe, making sure the connection is tight.
11. Attach anti-splash tube on the filter tank by hook-
ing the tube over the rim of the tank so that the
diffuser end of the tube is closest to the safety
guard.
2. Turn on fryer and set thermostat to cooking temperature.
IMPORTANT: Do not turn off fryer until you are
ready to filter, this will allow shortening to remain
hot for filtering.
3. Slowly agitate the shortening in all the fryers with
the wood paddle provided. This will blend hot and
cold shortening, boil off excess moisture and bring
any debris to the surface.
CAUTION: Excessive moisture could cause
fryer to boil over. Continue agitation to all
boiling ceases.
4. Skim off any debris from the shortening surface (use
a Prince Castle Fry Vat Skimmer).
12. Hand tighten hose to the pump union nut, making
sure the connection is tight.
IMPORTANT: This hose is flexible, however, excessive
bending can crease or crack the hose causing hot oil
to leak. Do not use a cracked hose.
IMPORTANT: Failure to skim the fryer thoroughly could
cause excess food particles to clog the drain valve or
the filter machine pump.
5. Roll assembled filter machine to fryer and plug
power cord into wall outlet. Turn off fryer and
engage locking casters.
IMPORTANT: Do not pull filter machine by hose
assembly or power cord.
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6. Connect drain extension to fryer and place a
strainer under the drain to catch large food particles. Open drain slowly and let hot shortening
enter the tank. If drain valve is clogged use a drain
line clean out rod to free the drain.
7. Standard Motor:
When the shortening covers the ring weight, insert
the nozzle of the hose into the fryer and turn the
motor on. Aim the nozzle along the sidewalls of the
fryer to remove any particles.
Recirculating Motor:
11. For the Recirculating Motor move the 3-Way
Valve to the Recirculating position, place hose
nozzle into the hole on the motor plate, and turn
the motor on allowing the shortening to recirculate
in the bowl for a minimum of 4 to 5 minutes befor
tutning motor off.
RECIRCULATE
IMPORTANT: Do not leave filter machine unattended
while filtering.
12. Remove the drain extension and close the drain.
13. Insert hose nozzle into fryer vat, turn motor on to
allow shortening back into the fry vat.
When the shortening covers the ring weight, move
the 3-way valve to Hose. Insert the nozzle of the
hose into the fryer and turn the motor on. Aim the
nozzle along the sidewalls of the fryer to remove
any particles.
HOSE
8. When the fryer is clean of particles, turn the motor
off and allow shortening to drain into the bowl. Put
hose nozzle into the hole on the motor plate.
9. Let shortening drain from the fryer and proceed to
clean the fryer according to your accepted method.
10. After cleaning, insert the hose nozzle into the
fryer and turn the motor on leaving the fryer
drain open. Rinse the fryer clean. Direct the
flow of shortening against the sides of the fryer
to minimize splashing.
Note: For the Recirculating Motor turn the 3-way valve
to hose (back to the center) before turning motor on.
HOSE
14. Turn the fryer on and make sure the thermostat is
set too your cooking temperature. Using fresh
shortening carefully refill the fryer to the proper
level. A small amount of shortening will be left in
the filter tank, which is normal.
15. Replace the cooking computer probes.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the floor around the filtering
area is free from anysplattering. Floor should be kept
clean and dry.
16. Repeat procedures for the remaining fryers.
17. The number of fryers that can be filtered with one
dose of powder will depend on the product being
cooked and the amount of debris in each fryer.
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CLEANING
CAUTION: Parts are extremely hot after
filtering!
1. Unplug the power cord from wall outlet and from
motor power inlet, wrap cord around motor base.
2. Disconnect the hose from the pump union nut and
drain the excess shortening from the hose into the
bowl.
3. Disconnect the pump from the standpipe and
remove the motor assembly from the bowl.
6. Remove the filter paper from the screen and
discard.
CAUTION: Filter paper may be hot.
7. Remove the screen from the tank and place it in the
sink.
8. Wash the parts in very hot water.
9. Wipe all parts dry with a clean towel.
IMPORTANT: Do not run water through the motor and
pump assembly at any time. This will cause the pump
to rust internally and void the warranty.
10. Place all the parts (excluding the motor and pump)
inside the tank and roll into the storage area.
4. Remove the anti-splash tube, safety guard and ring
weight from the tank and place in the sink.
5. Disassemble the standpipe from the screen and
place in the sink.
IMPORTANT: Do not store motor and pump assembly
on the screen. This could cause the screen to warp or
cause grease to damage the power cord and motor.
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108-385S MOTOR ASSEMBLY
105-77 BLUE PUMP EXPLODED VIEW
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PARTS LIST
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION
1 78-120 Overload Protector Switch
2 63-077 Sarting Capacitor
3 78-129 On/Off Toggle Switch
4 102-202 Starting Switch (Old Style)
5 102-211 Insulator
6 102-210 Spring Wave Washer
7 102-209 Bearing
8 102-193 Rotor Switch (115 V)
9 66-039 Strain Relief
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ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION
10 578-61 Switch Guard (Not Shown)
11 105-140 Casting
12 105-144 Cover
13 105-145S Screw (Pkg of 4)
14 102-128S Drive Shaft
15 105-73S Idler Gear
16 93-021S Oil Seal (Includes items 17 & 18)
17 105-146 O Ring (New Style)
18 105-139 O Ring
l 578-61 Switch Guard (Not Shown)
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4
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12
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Non-Recirculating Motor, Pump and Hardware Recirculating Motor, Pump and Hardware
PARTS LIST
ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
1 102-32 Union Nut, Knurled
2 102-33 Female Union
3 100-59 3/8 NPT x 1Nipple
4 100-57 Street Elbow
5 102-171 3-Way Recirculating Valve (107)
6 93-027 Nipple 1/2 NPT x 1-1/2 Long
7 93-026 Elbow (1/2 NPT 90°)
8 93-023 Nipple (1/2 NPT)
9 107-087 Motor Base Assembly
10 93-003 Close Nipple 1/2 NPT
11 107-6 Handle (107)
102-7 Handle (102)
12 100-58 Reducing Bushing 1/2 to 3/8 NPT x 3/4 long
13 102-117S Standpipe Coupling
14 72-296S Power Cord
15 100-22 Rubber Strip
16 105-77 Pump Assembly
17 108-385S Motor Only
18 108-373S Hose Assembly
19 110 Anti-Splash Tube
20 102-125 Safety Guard
21 105-22 Ring Weight
22 102-10 Stand Pipe Assembly
23 713 Filter Paper (100 Sheets)
l 712 Filter Powder (50 lbs)
24 100-13 Screen Assembly
25 105-21 Bowl w/Casters
26 89-410S Locking Casters (Pkg. of 2)
89-112S Casters (Pkg. of 2)
27 126 Wood Paddle
28 100-62 Male Union Fitting
29 102-240S Handle w/Hardware
A&C 76-061 Hex Head Screw 1/4 #20 x 3/4
79-028 Split Lock Washer 1/4 ID
79-030 Flat Washer 1/4 ID
73-022 Hex Nut 1/4 20
B 76-049 Hex Head Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
79-046 Split Lock Washer 5/16
D 100-5 Hose Coupling Assy.
l 102-281 Motor, Pump and Hardware (102-A)
107-088 Motor, Pump and Hardware (107-A)
99-033 Motor, Pump And Hardware (99-A)
l 102-219 Haight Pump Retaining Screws (Pkg. of 3)
3/8-18 NPT
l Not Shown
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Filter will not pump Filter paper too thick. Try a sheet from another part of the
shortening or pumping package.
shortening slowly. Dirt or nick on standpipe or Clean off dirt.
pump fittings which results Replace standpipe assembly.
in leaking air into the pump. Replace standpipe coupling.
Oil seal and ORings Replace oil seal and orings.
Motor not running. Check motor reset.
Check circuit breaker.
Replace on/off switch.
Clean shortening debris in pump.
Cold shortening. Ensure vat is at cooking temperature.
Hose clogged. Hose not Soak in hot water until loose (Make
drained at finish of sure there is no water in hose before
previous operation (caution: reconnecting to pump).
hose may burst if used in
this condition).
Pump clogged with debris. Clean pump of debris.
Using too much filter powder. Use recommended amount
(16 oz.by volume).
Loose connections. Check all fittings for tightness.
Shortening too cool. Keep vat at cooking temperature
(will cause paper to clog and until emptied into filter machine.
machine to pump slowly).
Using too much Gycor or filter Use recommended amount (16oz
aid causing pump to clog. by volume) and clean pump of debris.
Power cord attached improperly Repair or replace cord.
or not in good repair.
Motor not operating correctly. Repair or replace motor.
O-rings or oil seal defective. Replace O-rings and oil seal.
Shortening cannot be Filter paper not centered or Ensure paper is centered and
completely pumped out. creased under ring. placed flat on screen.
Ring weight is bend or warped. Warped or bent ring should be
replaced.
Tank rim is bent or not clean. Clean bowl thoroughly. Remove dents
or replace bowl.
Tank not level (can cause Repair or replace wheels on filter
seal to break). machine.
Filter paper clogged. Machine must be broken down, cleaned
and set up again.
Too much filter aid or Gycor. Use 16oz. by volume.
Excessive food particles. Skim vats before filtering.
Shortening too cool. Shortening must be at cooking
temperature prior to filtering.
Filter powder pumped Ring weight bent. Straighten or replace.
back into fryer. Nick or debris on seal Replace bowl.
surface on tank.
Screen assembly bent. Straighten or replace.
Filter paper torn. Replace filter paper.
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