Rankam TF2246501-RG-00 User Manual

Turkey Fryer Set
Assembly, Use and Care For Outdoor Use Only
Model: TF2246501-RG-00

Tools required:
Phillips screwdriver / Adjustable wrench

 To installer or person assembling this appliance: Leave this manual with this

appliance for future reference.

 This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper

assembly and safe use of the appliance.

 Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the

appliance.

 Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appliance.
 Keep this manual for further reference.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS:

DANGER

If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your
gas supplier or fire department.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion which
could cause property damage, personal injury or death.

DANGER

4. Never operate this appliance unattended.

5. Never operate this appliance within 10 ft (3.0 m) of any structure,
combustible material or other gas cylinder.

6. Never operate this appliance within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any flammable liquid.

7. Do not fill cooking vessel beyond maximum fill-line.

8. Never allow oil or grease to get hotter than 400°F or 200°C. If the
temperature exceeds 400°F (200°C) or if oil begins to smoke, immediately
turn the burner or gas supply OFF.

9. Heated liquids remain at scalding temperatures long after the cooking
process. Never touch cooking appliance until liquids have cooled to 115°F
(45 °C) or less.

10. If a fire should occur, keep away from the appliance and immediately call
your fire department. Do not attempt to extinguish an oil or grease fire with
water.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion which
could cause property damage, personal injury or death.

WARNING

Combustion by-products when using this product contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

The symbols and boxes shown below explain what each heading means. Read and follow all of the
messages found throughout the manual.

DANGER: Indicates an imminent hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in

death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result

in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result

in minor or moderate injury.

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WARNING

This Appliance is not intended for commercial use.

WARNING

1. Never leave the appliance unattended. Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times.

2. The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly

assemble or safely operate the appliance.

3. This appliance is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT use in building, garage or any other enclosed area.

4. This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on a boat. This appliance is not intended to be installed in or

on recreational vehicles.

5. This appliance is not intended for and should never be used as a heater.

6. This appliance must not intended or and should never be used as a heater.

7. When cooking, the fryer / boiler must be on a level, stable noncombustible surface in an area clear of

combustible material. Asphalt surface (blacktop) may not be acceptable for this purpose.

8. Keep the fuel supply hose away from any heated surface.

9. When cooking with oil or grease, the thermometer provided MUST be used. Follow instructions in this manual

for proper installation and use of the thermometer. If the thermometer supplied with this fryer has been lost or
damaged. A replacement thermometer must be one specified by the appliance manufacturer.

10. If the temperature exceeds 400° F (200°C) or if oil begins to smoke, immediately turn the burner or gas supply

OFF and wait for the temperature to decrease to less than 350°F (176°C) before relighting burner according to
the manufacturer’s instructions. If there is a lid (cover), do not remove the lid.

11. When cooking with oil or grease, have a type BC or ABC fire extinguisher readily available. In the event of an oil

or grease fire do not attempt to extinguish with water. Immediately call the fire department. A Type BC or ABC
fire extinguisher may, in some circumstances contain the fire.

12. Never overfill the cooking vessel with oil, grease or water. Follow instructions in this manual for establishing

proper oil, grease or water levels.

13. Introduction of water or ice from any source into the oil/grease may cause overflow and severe burns from hot

oil and water splatter. When frying with oil/grease, all food products MUST be completely thawed and towel
dried before being immersed in the fryer.

14. Do not place empty cooking vessel on the appliance while in operation. Use caution when placing anything in

cooking vessel while the appliance is in operation.

15. In the event of rain, snow, hail, sleet or other forms of precipitation while cooking with oil or grease, cover the

cooking vessel immediately and turn off appliance burners and gas supply. Do not attempt to move the
appliance or cooking vessel.

16. Do not move the appliance when in use. Allow the cooking vessel to cool to 115°F (45°C) before moving or

storing.

17. Do not leave the appliance unattended, keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times.

WARNING

Installation Safety Precautions.

 Use appliance only with LP (propane) gas and the regulator/ valve assembly supplied.

 Installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code,

ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58; or Natural Gas
and Propane Installation Code, CSA B1 49.1

 This appliance shall be used only outdoors, and shall not be

used in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.

 Use appliance at least 10 ft. from any wall or surface. Maintain

10 ft clearance to objects that can catch fire or source of ignition
such as pilot lights on water heaters, live electrical appliances,
etc. Never use under balconies made of wood or ANY overhead
construction.

 Apartment Dwellers: Check with management to learn the

requirements and fire codes for using an LP Gas appliance at
an apartment. If allowed use outside at an apartment. If allowed,
use outside on the ground floor with a ten(10) foot clearance form walls or rails.

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 Before opening LP tank valve, check the coupling nut for tightness. When appliance is not in use , turn off

control knob and LP tank valve.

 Never move appliance while in operation or still hot.
 If you notice grease or other hot material dripping from appliance onto valve, hose or regulator, turn off gas

supply at once. Determine the cause, correct, clean and inspect valve, hose and regulator before continuing.
Perform a leak test.

 The regulator may make a humming or whistling noise during operation. This will not affect safety or use of

appliance.

 Clean and inspect the hose before each use of the appliance. If there is evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts or

leaks, the hose must be replaced prior to the appliance being put into operation.

WARNING

 Never use a cooking vessel larger than 30 qts. Diameter greater than 11-3/4 inches and taller than 15-1/2

inches.

 Never fill pot above upper fill line. Oil can splatter causing staining or

discoloration to ground surface.

 Never place empty cooking vessel on the appliance while in

operation. Use caution when placing anything in the cooking vessel
while the appliance is in operation.

 Never move the appliance when in use. Allow the cooking vessel to

cool before moving or storing.

 Never leave the appliance unattended. Keep children and pet away

from the appliance at all times.

 This appliance is not intended for and should never be used as a

heater.

 Never operate appliance with LP tanks out of correct position

specified in assembly instructions.

 Always close LP tank valve and remove coupling nut before moving

LP tank from specified operating position.

 Appliance shall not be used for commercial cooking.
 This appliance will be hot during and after use. Use insulated oven mitts or gloves for protection from hot

surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids.

 Avoid bumping of or impact with the appliance to prevent spillage or splashing of hot cooking liquid.
 Never drop food or accessories into hot cooking liquid. Lower food and accessories slowly into the cooking

liquid in order to prevent splashing or overflow. When removing food from the appliance care should be taken to
avoid burns from hot cooking liquids.

DANGER

 The safety relief valve on the LP tank could activate releasing gas and cause an intense fire with risk of death or

serious injury. Therefore, follow instructions bulleted below exactly.
(a) Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this appliance.
(b) Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full; and
(c) If the instructions in (a) and (b) are not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur.

 If you see, smell, or hear escaping gas, immediately get away from the LP tank/appliance and call your fire

department.

 All spare LP tanks must have safety caps installed on the LP tank outlet.

Keep the fuel supply hose away

from any heated surface

LP Tank Removal, Transport and Storage

 Turn OFF all control knobs and LP tank valve. Turn coupling nut

counterclockwise by hand only – do not use tools to disconnect. Place dust cap
on cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use. Only install the type
of dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet that is provided with the cylinder valve.
Other types of caps or plugs may result in leakage of propane.

 A disconnected LP tank in storage or being transported must have a safety cap

installed (as shown). Do not store an LP tank in enclosed spaces such as a
carport, garage, porch, covered patio or other building. Never leave an LP tank
inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the sun.

 Do not store LP tanks in an area where children play.

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WARNING

If “growing” bubbles appear, do not use or move the LP tank. Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire department.

LP Tank

The LP tank used with your appliance must meet the following requirements:
 Purchase LP tanks only with these required measurements: 12” (30.5cm) ( diameter) x 18”(45.7cm)(tall) with 20lb.

(9kg). Capacity maximum.

 The LP-gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for

LP-gas cylinders of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada,
CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods.

LP tank valve must have:

 Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or appliance.
 Safety relief valve.
 UL listed Overfill Protection Device(OPD). This OPD safety feature is identified by a

unique triangular hand wheel. Use only tanks equipped with this type of valve.

LP tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include collar to protect LP tank valve.

LP(Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

 LP gas is non toxic, odorless and colorless when produced. For your safety, LP gas has been given an odor

(similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be smelled.

 LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when mixed with air.

LP Tank Filling

 Use only licensed and experienced dealers.
 LP dealer must purge tanks before filling.
 Dealer should NEVER fill LP tank more than 80% of LP tank volume. Volume of propane in tanks will vary by

temperature.

 A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP tank valve and call LP gas dealer for assistance.
 Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into the atmosphere. This is a hazardous practice.
 To remove gas from LP tank, contact an LP dealer or call a local fire department for assistance. Check the

telephone directory under” GAS Companies” for nearest certified LP dealers.

LP Tank Exchange

 Many retailers that sell appliances offer you the option of replacing your empty LP tanks through an exchange

service, Use only those reputable exchange companies that inspect, precision fill, test and certify their cylinders.
Exchange your tank only for an OPD safety feature-equipped tanks as described in the “LP Tank” section of this
manual.

 Always keep new and exchanged LP tanks in upright position during use, transit or storage.
 Leak test new and exchanged LP tanks BEFORE connecting to appliance.

LP Tank Leak Test

For your safety

 Leak test must be repeated each time LP tank is exchanged or refilled.
 Do not smoke during leak test.
 Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.

LP tank must be leak checked outdoors in well-ventilated area, away from open flames or sparks.
Use a clean paint brush and 50/50 soap and water solution.

Use mild soap and water. Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas train
components can result.
Brush soapy solution onto all weld seams and entire valve area.

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