Vulcan-Hart LG500, LG400, LG300 User Manual

OPERATIONAL MANUAL

LG SERIES GAS FRYERS

MODELS:

INSTALLATION &

LG300 ML-136528

LG400 ML-136622

LG500 ML-136643

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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.

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

IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY

IMPORTANT

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS
IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.

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.

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IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY………………………………………. 2
INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………… 4
GENERAL…………………………………………………………… 4
ORDERING PARTS………………………………………………… 4
FRYER CAPACITIES………………………………………………. 4
UNPACKING………………………………………………………… 4
INSTALLATION……………………………………………………………. 5

Clearances………………………………………………….... 5

Location ………………..……………………………….…. 5

CODES AND STANDARDS……………………………………….. 6
ASSEMBLY …………..…………………………………………… 6
FLUE CONNECTION………………………………………………. 6
GAS CONNECTION…………………………………………………. 7
Quick-Disconnect for Units on Casters……………………….. 7

GAS PRESSURE............................................................................ 7

TEST GAS SUPPLY…………………………………………………… 7
FRYERS WITH CASTERS……………………………………………. 8

LEVELING THE FRYER…………………………………………… 9
OPERATION………………………………………………………………… 10
OVER-TEMPERATURE SHUTDOWN……………………………. 10
BEFORE FIRST USE………………………………………………... 10

Cleaning…………………………………………………….... 10

FILLING TANK WITH SHORTENING…………………………… 11

LIGHTING THE PILOT 12

TURNING ON THE FRYER ……. 13

TURNING OFF THE FRYER 13

EXTENDED SHUTDOWN………………………………………….. 13

BASIC FRYING INSTRUCTIONS………………………………….. 13

Fry Basket Guidelines……………………………………….. 14

EXTENDED SHORTENING LIFE………………………………… 14

DRAINING THE TANK……………………………………………. 15

DAILY FILTERING-ALL MODELS………………………………. 15

CLEANING…………………………………………………………. 16

Daily…………………………………………………………. 16

BOIL OUT PROCEDURE……………………………………………….... 17

MAINTENANCE………………………………………………………….. 18

FLUE VENT INSPECTION……………………………………….. 18

Service in the US and Canada…………………………………... 18

In Australia…………………………………………………………. 18
TROUBLESHOOTING…………………………………………………….. 18
Troubleshooting Chart………………………………………………. 18

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

GENERAL

Vulcan Fryers are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation,
usage and maintenance will result in years of satisfactory performance.

Before installing the fryer, thoroughly read this manual and carefully follow all instruction.

This manual is applicable to model listed on the cover page. Procedures in this manual will
apply to all models unless specified. Pictures and illustrations can be of any model unless
the picture or illustration needs to be model specific.

ORDERING PARTS

Customers may order parts directly from their local authorized service center. If not known,
call Vulcan Customer Service at 800-814-7028.

To speed up your order, provide the model number, serial number, gas type, part needed,
item part number (if known) and quantity needed.

FRYER CAPAC ITY
MODEL # of Heat Tubes BTU/hr. Widt h Inch (cm) Shorte ning lbs. (kg)
LG300 3 90,000 15.5 (39) 35-40 (16-18)

LG400 4 120,000 15.5 (39) 45-50 (21-23)
LG500 5 150,000 21.0 (53) 65-70 (29-32)

UNPACKING

This fryer was carefully inspected before leaving the factory. Upon acceptance of the
shipment, the transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery.

Immediately after unpacking the fryer, check for possible shipping damage. If the fryer is
damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.

Check that the following have been included:

 Crumb Rack
 Basket Hanger
 Adjustable Legs (4)
 Drain Pipe Extension
 Twin Fry Baskets (2)
 Manual and Warranty

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

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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. Make
sure the fryer is configured for the proper elevation.

Record your fryer model, device, and serial numbers for future reference in the space
provided below. This information can be found on the fryer data plate.

Fryer Model No: ___________________________

Device:___________________________________

Serial No: ________________________________

Clearances

 Minimum clearance from combustible construction:

6” (15 cm) from the sides of the fryer
6” (15 cm) from the back of the fryer
The fryer may be installed on combustible floors

 Minimum clearance from noncombustible construction:

0” from the sides of the fryer
0” from the back of the fryer

 Between the fryer and any open-top flame units:

16” (41 cm)

 Allow space for servicing and operation.

Location

 Install fryer in an area with sufficient air supply for gas combustion at fryer

burners.

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

chamber.

 Do not permit fans to blow directly onto fryer.
 Avoid wall-type fans, which create cross-currents within a room. Avoid

open windows next to sides or back.

INSTALLATION

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The fryer must be installed in accordance with:

In the United States:

 State and local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with:
 National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI-Z223.1/NFPA #54 (latest edition). Copies may

be obtained from The American Gas Association Accredited Standards
Committee Z223, @ 400 N. Capital St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 or the
Secretary Standards Council, NFPA, 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169-

7471.

 NFPA Standard #96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, latest edition,

available from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA.

 In the commonwealth of Massachusetts all gas appliances vented through a

ventilation hood or exhaust system with a damper or with a power means of
exhaust shall comply with 248 CMR.

In Canada:

 Local codes
 CAN/CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas Installation (latest edition).
 CAN/CSA-B149.2 Propane Installation Code (latest edition), available from the

Canadian Gas Association 178 Rexdale Blvd., Etobicoke, Ontario Canada M9W
1R3.

The fryer must be restrained to prevent tipping and the splashing of hot liquid. The means
of restraint may be the manner of installation, such as connection to a battery of appliances,
installing the fryer in an alcove, or by separate means such as adequate ties.

Make the flue connection as follows:

 Comply with Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment, ANSI-NFPA

Standard #96 (latest edition), available from the National Fire Protection
Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

CODES AND STANDARDS

ASSEMBLY

FLUE CONNECTION

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