Vulcan SPER1 Installation Manual

INSTALLATION &

OPERATION MANUAL

SPER1 & SPER2 ELECTRIC FRYERS

MODEL

SPER1 ML-52918
SPER2 ML-52919
SPER0 Frymate ML-52920

SPER1 & 2

VULCAN-HART COMPANY, P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, TEL. [phone]

FORM 30729 Rev. A (1-95)

Installation, Operation and Care of

MODEL SPER1 & SPER2 ELECTRIC FRYERS

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

GENERAL

Your Vulcan fryer is produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and
maintenance of your fryer will result in many years of satisfactory performance.

Vulcan-Hart Company suggests that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of
the instructions provided.

INSTALLATION

Before installing, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the rating plate
located on the inside of the fryer door panel. If the supply and equipment requirements do not agree,
do not proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or Vulcan-Hart Company immediately.

UNPACKING

This fryer was inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full
responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking, check
for possible shipping damage. If the fryer is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and
contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.

Open the cardboard box containing component parts and check quantities. For both Models SPER1
and SPER2 there should be (2) baskets, (1) clean-out rod, and (2) basket hangers.

LOCATION

The fryer may be installed at 0" clearance from the back or side walls. Position the fryer for easy
accessibility for service.

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INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS

Your Vulcan fryer must be installed in accordance with:

1. State and local codes.

2. The National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The
National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

3. NFPA Standard #96.

LEVELING

Place a carpenter's level on top of the fryer and level the fryer front-to-back and side-to-side by turning
the adjustable legs. If your fryer is equipped with the optional non-adjustable casters, the fryer must
be placed on a level surface.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE

APPLICABLE PORTIONS OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL
ELECTRICAL CODES.

WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND PLACE A TAG AT THE
DISCONNECT SWITCH TO INDICATE THAT YOU ARE WORKING ON THE CIRCUIT.

Place fryer as near to its final position as possible. Connect 3-phase line to X, Y and Z of terminal block.
To reach terminal block, remove electric cover plate.

1

For each 15

/2" section, a 3-phase supply line capable of handling 16 KW at the fryer's rated voltage

(208, 240, 480) is required. A hood ventilator interlock should be connected to 1 and 2 on the 4-pole

3

barrier strip. 1 and 2 go to a set of dry contacts on the power switch. (

/4 HP fan maximum, if needed.)

A wiring diagram is located inside the front door panel.

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OPERATION

WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING,

CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Cleaning

Clean the fryer thoroughly, following the procedures described in this manual under CLEANING —
WEEKLY OR AS REQUIRED.

Clean all fryer accessories. Rinse all parts thoroughly after cleaning and wipe dry.

Seasoning

Light seasoning of the backsplash area is required to avoid possible surface corrosion. With a soft,
lint-free cloth, apply a thin layer of cooking oil over entire backsplash area. This should also be done
after every cleaning.

CONTROLS (Fig. 1)

Power On Light

Trouble Light Fry / Melt Switch

High Limit Lights

Temperature Controller Power Switch

Heating Light

PL-40545-1

MODEL SPER2

Fig. 1

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