Wells WFE-40 Service Manual

WFE-40 ELECTRIC FLOOR FRYER

INSTRUCTIONS

Installation

Operation

Maintenance

WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY

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

FAX [phone]

Item No. 46634

10/92

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION PAGE
Warranty 3

Shipping Claim Procedure 4
Specification Information 4
Warnings! 5-6
Controls and Functions 7-8
Installation Instructions 9-10
Operating Instructions 10-11
Filtering Instructions 11-14
Cleaning Instructions 14-15
Warranty Exclusions 16

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

All commercial cooking equipment manufactured by WELLS has a warranty against defects in materials and
workmanship for one year from the date of original installation, or eighteen months from the date of shipment from our
factory, whichever comes first. This is for the benefit of the original purchaser only. A. The stainless steel fry pots in
gas fryers, model number WFG-40-2, warranty insures fry pots to be free from defects that could cause shortening
leaks for five years from date of purchase. The exception is that after one year the replacement of the fry pot under
warranty will cover 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. Fry pots, which fail due to abuse, will not
cover in standard or five 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 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 FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
CONCERNING 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. Also, warranty 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 limits to the repair of defects without charge by a WELLS' factory
authorized service agency or one of its sub-service agencies and limits to a sixty 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 non­portable 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. Besides restrictions contained in this warranty, specific
limitations show in the Service Policy and Procedure Guide. WELLS' authorized service agencies location are 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:
Dimensions: 15 5/8 " x 32" x 41"

Shortening Capacity: 30 to 40 Ibs.

Electrical Rating: See Chart

Number of Phase: 3F only

Frequency: 50/60 Hz

KW 208V 240V 480V

LI L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3

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17 47.2 47.2 47.2 40.9 40.9 40.9 20.5 20.5 20.5

38.9 38.9 38.9 33.7 33.7 33.7 16.9 16.9 16.9

NOMINAL CURRENT DRAW

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WARNINGS!

The hinged oil splashguard may be raised for cleaning ONLY.
To avoid serious injury the splashguard must be in the down
(shown above) position before operating the fryer or the filter.
Splashing of HOT OIL may occur if the oil splashguard is not in
the down position.

WARNING!

To avoid injury protective clothing and insulated
gloves must be worn during filtering, cleaning the
fry vat and discarding used oil.

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WARNINGS!

WARNING!

DO NOT ATTEMPT OR RELOCATE THE FRYER WITHOUT THE

ASSISTANCE OF AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE AGENCY. DO NOT

MOVE THE FRYER WITH HOT OIL IN THE VAT. COOL DOWN

OIL TEMPERATURE TO BELOW 135°F. HOT OIL SPILLAGE
WILL CAUSE SEVERE BURNS!

CAUTION

DO NOT LEAVE OIL IN THE FILTER RESERVOIR FOR EXTENDED

PERIODS OR OVERNIGHT. Wells built-in filter system

is designed to handle hot oil only. The filter pump

will not pump cold oil or solid shortening.
The built-in filter system is designed for OIL ONLY.

Water, cleaning agents or other liquids will damage

the filter pump.

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Item No. Description Function

1. Three Position Rocker Switch "FRYER" position turns ON the

FRYER-OFF-FILTER fryer and the WHITE power light.
"OFF" position turns OFF the fryer

"FILTER" position turns ON the filter
motor for single fryers, while fryer

"FILTER" position for the banked
fryers makes power available to the

are OFF in this position.

2. Power Light...White When ON indicates power is available

3. Hi-Limit Light—Red When ON this indicates that the

system has allowed the oil to over

have shut off. Wait approximately
five (5) minutes, open the door and

complete information).

and the filter system.

elements are OFF in this position.

filter motor, while fryer elements

either to the Fryer or Filter Motor.

heat, and the fryer heating elements

press reset button (see item 9 for

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4. Heat on Light... Amber When ON it indicates that the Fryer

5. Solid State Temperature This controls the oil temperature

CAUTION: Power switch MUST be used for positive OFF. DO NOT SHUT OFF the

6. Fuse Provides electrical over current

7. Drain Valve Handle Open and closes drain valve.

* 8. Filter Light...Green When ON it indicates that the filter

9. Hi-Limit Thermostat The function of this thermostat is to

* 10. Motor Reset Button The motor is equipped with an

11. Drain Spout Adjustable gutter to lead discharged

**12. Oil Return Valve Handle Open or close oil return valve. If

**13. Interlock Channel Slide side to side when all valves are

Controller from 0° to 375°F.

unit with the solid state temperature controller.

(at back side of motor) overheating protection device. Wait

heating elements are ON. Cycles OFF
when oil reaches preheat
temperature.

protection for the fryer. Use a 10
AMP SC type replacement only.

motor is ON.

shut down the fryer heating elements
in the event of over heated oil.

for the motor to cool down
(approximately 15 minutes). Press the
reset button to restart the motor.

oil to the filter reservoir or
discarding bucket.

main power switch is at the FILTER
position, turning the valve open will
automatically turn filter motor ON,
while turning the valve close will
automatically shut the motor OFF.

closed or rotate clockwise to the up
position and select fryer section to
drain and/or filter, minimizes
overflow to filter reservoir and
fryer vat.

* Available for Fryers with a Filter.
** Available for two or more Banked Fryers with Filters.

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