Installation Instructions
Safety Rules and Information for Deep Fryer Installation
To ensure safe installation and operation, read the following statements
and understand their meaning. Please read carefully.
WARNING
Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause
severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the
warning is ignored.
InstallatIon safety PrecautIons
WARNING
Fire Hazard.
Correct installation precautions, procedures and
regulations must be followed. Operation and safety
training is necessary for all users of this equipment.
The equipment must be installed by qualied personal only. Correct
installation precautions, procedures and regulations must be followed in
order to reduce the risk of re. Hood and re suppression systems must
be maintained per manufacture’s guidelines. Only personnel qualied
and trained are to use this equipment.
oPeratIon safety PrecautIons
WARNING
Burn Hazard.
Do not touch hot liquid or heating surfaces while
unit is heating or operating.
Hot liquids and food can burn skin. Allow the hot liquid to cool
before handling. Do not drop or spill water into hot oil as it will spray
or splatter the hot oil out of the tank.
WARNING
Fire Hazard.
Overheated oil or oil vapors can ignite causing a
re. Monitor oil temperature, quality and level. Use
and maintain oil vapor removal system.
Heat oil carefully. If oil smokes, reduce heat. Do not leave unit
unattended. If re occurs, turn unit off, cover until cool. Do not
put water on hot or aming oil. Do not operate with oil below low
oil mark. Dirty oil has a lower ash point. Replace oil on a regular
basis. Maintain correct oil level. Use an oil vapor removal system
(hood) to reduce oil and grease buildup on wall or ceiling surfaces.
WARNING
1. The fryer must not be installed under combustible materials and the minimum
clearance from combustible construction must be 6” (15 cm) from the sides and
back of the fryer. The area surrounding the fryer should be kept free and clear
of combustible materials.
2. All deep fryers must be installed with at least 16” (40.6 cm) space between the
fryer and surface ames from adjacent cooking equipment.
3. Equipment must installed by a qualied personal in accordance with federal,
state and local codes.
4. The fryer should be installed under a hood in accordance with the latest edition
of the Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial
Cooking Operations, NFPA 96.
5. Never direct the automatic re extinguishers so they can blow the oil out of the
container.
6. Locate the fryer in a place where it cannot be pushed off counter.
7. Keep the area at the front of the fryer clear for unobstructed access during
operation.
8. Keep unit and power cord away from open ames, electric burners or
excessive heat.
9. Use only grounded electrical outlets matching the nameplate rated voltage.
10. Do not use an extension cord with this equipment.
11. Do not spray controls or outside of unit with liquids or cleaning agents.
WARNING
1. Unit must be only used in a at, level position.
2. Change oil regularly or as necessary. Old or dirty oil has a lower ash point
than clean oil.
3. Fill to correct level with oil. Do not over ll.
4. Do not overll basket. Do not ll basket more than half full.
5. Hot oil is ammable - keep open ames away from hot oil and oil vapors.
6. Unplug unit, turn off and let it cool before cleaning or moving.
7. Do not spray controls or outside of unit with liquids or cleaning agents.
8. Do not operate unattended.
9. Do not operate unit in public areas and/or around children.
10. The unit and oil may be hot even though the Pilot Light is not on.
11. Do not operate if unit has been damaged or is malfunctioning in any way.
12. Do not tamper with the Safe Operation Switch or Over Temperature Protection
Switch.
13. Do not spray controls or outside of unit with liquids or cleaning agents.
14. Do not clean the unit with steel wool.
15. Dispose of oil in an environmentally responsible manner.
Item No. 2350051-01 Rev 07/10
The Vollrath Company, L.L.C.
1236 North 18th Street
Sheboygan, WI 53081-3201
U.S.A.
Technical Services: 800.628.0832
Service Fax: 920.459.5462
Canada Service: 800.695.8560
www.vollrathco.com
Main Tel: 800.628.0830
Fax: 800.752.5620
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