Vulcan TK35 Installation Manual

INSTALLATION &

OPERATION MANUAL

TK SERIES STANDARD AND
FILTER-READY GAS FRYERS

STANDARD FILTER-READY

MODEL FRYER FRYER
TK35 ML-52096 ML-52062

TK45 ML-52097 ML-52063
TK65 ML-52098 ML-52064

MODEL TK35

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

FORM 30608 (Rev. A, 8-95)

IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY

THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS
EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND
ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL.

POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE
EVENT THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED. THIS INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED
FROM THE LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER.

IMPORTANT

IN THE EVENT A GAS ODOR IS DETECTED, SHUT
DOWN UNITS AT MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE AND
CONTACT THE LOCAL GAS COMPANY OR GAS
SUPPLIER FOR SERVICE.

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.

IN THE EVENT OF A POWER FAILURE, DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS DEVICE.

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Installation, Operation and Care of

TK SERIES STANDARD & FILTER-READY GAS FRYERS

KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

GENERAL

Vulcan-Hart TK Series Fryers are available in three different models with varying capacities:

Product Lb Total Lb

Model Per Basket of Product

1

TK35 1
TK45 2
TK65 3 6

Your Vulcan-Hart Gas Fryer is produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation,
usage and maintenance of your fryer will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It is
suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions
provided.

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Separate installation instructions for the components of a filter-ready fryer are included in the MF50
and MF85 Mobile Filter Installation and Operation Manual.

INSTALLATION

Before installing the fryer, verify that the type of gas (natural or propane) agrees with the specifications
on the fryer data plate which is located on the inside of the door panel. Also ensure the fryer is built
for installation elevation.

UNPACKING

This fryer was carefully inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes
full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of this shipment. Immediately after unpacking the
fryer, check it 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.

The following accessories should be packaged in the fry tank area:

Crumb screen Drain pipe
Basket hanger (2) Twin fryer baskets
Clean-out rod (4) Legs

Do not use the door or its handle to lift or move the fryer.

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LOCATION

The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances.
Minimum clearance from combustible and non-combustible construction is 6" from the sides and 6"

from the back of the fryer. There must be at least 16" clearance between the fryer and any open top
flame units. Adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation must be allowed.

The fryer may be installed on combustible floors.
Install the fryer in an area with sufficient air supply for combustion of the gas at the fryer burners.

Provide adequate clearance for air openings into the combustion chamber. Do not obstruct the flow
of combustion and ventilation air.

Do not permit fans to blow directly at the fryer. Wherever possible, avoid open windows next to the
fryer sides or back. Avoid wall-type fans which create air cross currents within the room.

INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS

Vulcan-Hart fryers should be installed in accordance with:

1. State and local codes.

2. National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI-Z223.1 (latest edition), available from the American Gas Association,
Inc., 1515 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209.

3. NFPA Standard #96, "Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment," available from the National Fire
Protection Association, Attention Publication Services, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

ASSEMBLY

The fryer must be restrained with adequate ties to prevent tipping when installed in order to avoid the
splashing of hot liquid.

Legs

Position fryer in an open space near final installation area. Tilt fryer on its side, being careful to avoid
scratching the finish. Thread legs into mounting plates provided on bottom of fryer by screwing in a
clockwise rotation.

Carefully raise fryer to its normal position and place it in installation location.

Casters

When casters are assembled to the fryer, you must use a connector (available from Vulcan-Hart) that
complies with the Standard for Connectors of Movable Gas Appliances, ANSI-Z21.69 (latest edition),
and a quick-disconnect device that complies with the Standard for Quick-Disconnect Devices for Use
With Gas Fuel, ANSI-Z21.41 (latest edition).

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