Wells LSGF Installation Manual

LSGF LANDING STATION WITH BUILT-IN FILTER SYSTEM

INSTRUCTIONS

Installation

Operation

Maintenance

WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY

P.O.BOX 280 VERDI. NEVADA 89439 [phone]

Item No. 45175

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION PAGE

Warranty.....................................................................................................................................................................3

Shipping Damage Claim Procedure .........................................................................................................................4

Specification Information...........................................................................................................................................4

Warnings!

Control Panel .............................................................................................................................................................6

Installation Instructions..............................................................................................................................................7

Using the Filter System for the First Time................................................................................................................7

Replacing the Filter Paper....................................................................................................................................8-10

Operation of the Filter Pump:

Draining Fryer ..........................................................................................................................................................10

Filtering Oil..........................................................................................................................................................10-12

Operation of the Filter Heater.............................................................................................................................12-13

Discarding Oil......................................................................................................................................................13-14

Resetting the Filter System Motor...........................................................................................................................14

Warranty Exclusions................................................................................................................................................15

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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. THIS
WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE AND ONLY WARRANTY, THERE BEING NO OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN LAW OR IN 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.

Sellers 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: [phone], for information and other details concerning warranty.

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SHIPPING CLAIM PROCEDURE:

For your protection, please note that equipment in this shipment was carefully inspected and packed by
skilled personnel before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe
delivery upon acceptance of this shipment.

IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:

1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE— Be certain this is noted on freight bill or express receipt and signed by
person delivering.

2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES IMMEDIATELY-- Regardless of extent of damage.

3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE— If damage is unnoticed until merchandise is unpacked, notify
transportation company or carrier immediately, and file "concealed damage" claim with them. This should
be done within (15) days of date of delivery is made to you. Be sure to retain container for inspection.

We cannot assume responsibility for damage or loss incurred in transit. We will, however, be glad to furnish
you with the necessary documents to support your claim.

SPECIFICATION INFORMATION:

Landing Station with Built-in Filter System Model LSGF:

DIMENSIONS: 15 5/8" x 32" x 46"

ELECTRICAL: 120 VAC, single phase, 60 hertz, 7 amp.

MODES: "PUMP" or "HEATER"

SHORTENING CAPACITY: 55 Ibs.

PUMP: Pumps 4 gallons per minute.

HOSE: Standard 6-foot FDA approved hose with quick -disconnect fittings at pump.

SHORTENING MELTER (Heater): 750 watts.

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WARNINGS!

FOR YOUR SAFETY

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND SAFETY GLOVES MUST BE WORN WHILE USING THE FILTER SYSTEM. THE
FILTER HOSE AND FRYER OIL MAY BE HOT!

IMPORTANT

DO NOT OPERATE FILTER SYSTEM HEATER WITHOUT SHORTENING IN OIL CONTAINER!

CAUTION!

MAKE SURE THAT THE FILTER SYSTEM HOSE IS PROPERLY PLUGGED INTO THE FILTER SYSTEM AND
THAT THE OIL NOZZLE IS DIRECTED INTO THE FRYER VAT BEFORE TURNING PUMP ON!

CAUTION!

SMALL AMOUNTS OF AIR MAY BE PUMPED THROUGH THE FILTER SYSTEM AT THE COMPLETION OF THE
OIL FILTERING PROCESS. USE CARE TO AVOID CONTACT WITH POSSIBLE HOT SPLASHING OIL.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT DISCARD HOT OIL FROM THE FILTER SYSTEM INTO PLASTIC CONTAINERS. THE HOT OIL MAY
MELT THE CONTAINER. DISPOSE OF USED OIL PER YOUR LOCAL CITY AND COUNTY REGULATIONS.

PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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