ELECTRIC FRYER MODELS
MODELS F-49, F-55, F-556, F-67, F-676
AUTOFRY MODELS
Models F-55, F-586, F-68, F-686
• OPERATION • INSTALLATION • MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
P.O. BOX 280 VERDI, NEVADA 89439
(702) 345-0444 • FAX (702) 345-0569
ITEM NO. 47813
REV. 8/98
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION PAGE
Warranty ....................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Shipping Damage Claim Procedure.........................................................................................................................................................4
Warnings!...................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Features.....................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Installation Instructions ..........................................................................................................................................................................6-7
Operating Instructions..........................................................................................................................................................................7 - 8
Cleaning Instructions.................................................................................................................................................................................8
Warranty Exclusions .................................................................................................................................................................................9
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WARRANTY STATEMENT
All commercial cooking equipment manufactured by WELLS is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of one year from the date of original installation or 18 months from the date of shipment from our factory, whichever comes
first and is for the benefit of the original purchaser only, except that;
a. with respect to the stainless steel frypots for gas fryers, model number WFG-40-2, the stainless steel frypot is warranted
to be free from defects that could cause shortening leaks for five (5) years from date of purchase, except that after one
(1) year replacement of frypot only is covered at 75% of list price of kettle assembly. Fry kettle includes new shrouds,
insulation, flue vent burners, thermostats and attaching hardware; travel and labor not included. Frypots which fail due to
abuse are not covered by standard or five (5) year warranty - items include but not limited to firing of burners without
shortening or other cleaning solution in the fry kettle at proper level.
b. with respect to Lite Line Products, warranty is one (1) year parts and labor on carry-in portable models.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE AND ONLY WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN LAW OR FACT, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND/OR
FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH WELLS-PRODUCTS. This warranty is
void if it is determined that upon inspection by an Authorized Service Agency that the equipment has been modified, misused,
misapplied, improperly installed, or damaged in transit or by fire, flood or "Act of God". It also does not apply if the serial
nameplate has been removed or service is performed by unauthorized personnel. The prices charged by Wells for its products
are based upon the limitations in this warranty. Seller's obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair of defects without
charge by a WELLS' Factory Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub-service agencies and is limited to a 60 mile radius to
the nearest Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub-service agencies. This service will be provided on customer's premises
for non-portable models. Portable models (a device with a cord and plug) must be taken or shipped to the closest Authorized
Service Agency, transportation charges prepaid for service. In addition to restrictions contained in this warranty, specific
limitations are shown in the Service Policy and Procedure Guide. WELLS' Authorized Service Agencies are located in principal
cities. This warranty is valid in the United States and Canada and void elsewhere. Please consult your classified telephone
directory, your foodservice equipment dealer or write the Factory Service Department, Wells Manufacturing Company, P.O. Box
280, Verdi, Nevada 89439, phone (702) 345-0444, for information and other detail concerning warranty.
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