Wells Manufacturing WOF-80 Service Manual

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OPERATION MANUAL

WOF-80 Oil Filtration Unit

(wands shown stowed)

This manual is considered to be part of the appliance and is to be given to the OWNER or
MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of

this appliance. Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER.

THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR

INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any

questions concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.

MODEL

WOF-80

Cooking Oil

Filtration System

for use with

WFPE-68KFC

Pressure Fryer

Includes

INSTALLATION

USE & CARE

IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

p/n 305728 Rev. A M439 060403 cps

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

GLOBAL W ARRANTY STATEMENT for:

YUM! Restaurants International and YUM Brands Inc.

GENERAL

This WOF-80 Cooking Oil Filtration System manufactured by
Wells Manufacturing Company exclusively for KFC is
warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for
a period of two years from the date of original installation.

THE FOREGOING OBLIGATION IS EXPRESSLY GIVEN
IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED.

WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY, A DIVISION OF
CARRIER COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION INC., SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES FROM ANY
CAUSE WHATSOEVER.
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
Wells’ factory authorized service agency or one of its
sub-agencies. In addition to restrictions contained in this
warranty, specific limitations are shown in the Service Policy
and Procedure Guide. Please consult your classified telephone
directory, your foodservice equipment dealer or for information
other details concerning warranty write to:

Service Parts Department

Wells Manufacturing Company

Verdi, NV 89439

Phone [phone] Fax: [phone]

P.O. Box 280

and

SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE

ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS

1. Resetting the safety overload protector unless
warranted conditions are the cause.

2. All problems due to operation at voltages other than
specified on equipment nameplates – conversion to
correct voltage and phase are the customer’s
responsibility.

3. All problems due to electrical connections not made
in accordance with electrical code requirements and
wiring diagrams supplied with the equipment.

4. Replacement of items subject to normal wear to
include such items as: knobs and couplings. Normal
maintenance functions including cleaning are not
covered by warranty.

5. Full use, care and maintenance instructions are
supplied with each machine. Those miscellaneous
adjustments noted are customer responsibility. Proper
attention will prolong the life of the machine.

6. Travel mileage is limited to sixty (60) miles from an
Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub-agencies.

7. All labor shall be performed during regular working
hours. Overtime premium will be charged to the buyer.

8. All genuine Wells replacement parts are warranted
for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase on
non-warranty equipment. This parts warranty is limited
only to replacement of the defective part. Any use of

non-genuine Wells parts completely voids any
warranty.

9. Installation, labor and job checkouts are not
considered warranty.

10. Charges incurred by delays, waiting time or operating

restrictions that hinder the service technicians’ ability to
perform service are not covered by warranty.
This includes institutional and correctional facilities.

SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE

NOTE: For your protection, please note that equipment in

this shipment was carefully inspected and packaged
by skilled personnel before leaving the factory. Upon
acceptance of this shipment, the transportation company
assumes full responsibility for its safe delivery.
IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:

1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain that any
visible loss or damage is noted on the freight bill or
express receipt, and that the note of loss or damage is
signed by the delivery person.

2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY:

Regardless of the extent of the damage.

3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: if damage is
unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked, notify the
transportation company or carrier immediately, and file
“CONCEALED DAMAGE” claim with them. This
should be done within fifteen (15) days from the date
the delivery was made to you. Be sure to retain the
container for inspection.

Wells Manufacturing cannot assume liability for damage or
loss incurred in transit. We will, however, at your request,
supply you with the necessary documents to support your
claim.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY xi
SPECIFICATIONS 1
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS 2
PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION 3
AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION 4
INSTALLATION 4
OPERATION 5
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 7
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS 8
WIRING DIAGRAMS 9
EXPLODED VIEW and PARTS LIST 10
PARTS & SERVICE 11
CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA 11

INTRODUCTION

GENERAL

Thank You for purchasing this Wells Manufacturing Co. appliance.

Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance will ensure that it
gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.

This manual contains the information needed to properly install this appliance, and to use and care for the
appliance in a manner which will ensure its optimum performance.

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL VOLTS WATTS AMPS POWER SUPPLY CORD

WOF-80 115V 50/60 Hz 460 4.0 NEMA 5-15P

WOF-80EU 220 - 240V

50/60 Hz

MODELS WOF-80 and WOF-80EU DIMENSIONS:

HEIGHT: 28" (710 mm) with wands stowed
46-11/16" (1185 mm) with discharge wand in place

WIDTH: 20" (508 mm) overall

DEPTH: 36-1/2" (926 mm) with wands stowed
43-3/4" (1110 mm) with discharge wand in place

OIL RESERVOIR CAPACITY: 76 pounds (34.5 Kg)

725 - 790 3.3 CORD PROVIDED

WITHOUT PLUG

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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS

GENERAL

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION

IMPORTANT:

The technical content of this
manual, including any
troubleshooting suggestions,
parts breakdown illustrations,
wiring diagrams, schematics,
servicing instructions and/or
adjustment procedures, is
intended for use by qualified
technical personnel only.

IMPORTANT: Cleanliness of
this oil filtration system is
essential to good sanitation.
Read and follow all included
cleaning instructions and
schedules to ensure the
safety of the food product.

Wells WOF-80 cooking oil filtration system is intended for use in
commercial establishments only.

This device is
WFPE-68KFC Pressure Fryer to filter hot cooking oil. No other use is
recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its agents.

Operators of this oil filtration system must be thoroughly trained in the
appliance use, precautions, limitations and associated restrictions.

Operating instructions, warnings and labels must be read and
understood by all persons using or installing this appliance.

Any procedure which requires the use of tools must be performed by a
qualified technician.

This manual is considered to be a permanent part of the appliance.
This manual and all supplied instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts
breakdown illustrations, notices and labels must remain with the
appliance if it is sold or moved to another location.

This appliance is made in the USA. Unless otherwise noted, this
appliance has American sizes on all hardware.

designed for use in conjunction with the Wells Model

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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION (continued)

Contact with hot shortening will cause severe injury to unprotected skin
and eyes. Extensive exposure to hot shortening can cause death.
Protect yourself from contact with hot shortening:

ALWAYS wear protective clothing and eye protection when
operating, cleaning or servicing this oil filtration device.

Shortening under pressure can be very hazardous unless handled
properly:

DO NOT attempt to turn the FRYER OPERATING LEVER until the
pressure in the frypot has fallen to zero.

DO NOT open the FRYER DRAIN VALVE if the frypot is under
pressure.

Opening the lid or drain valve with the fryer under pressure will
result in the explosive release of hot shortening.

Spilled shortening will cause a slip and fall hazard:

Be sure the oil filter is properly in place under the fryer drain valve
and that the wand in properly in place in the fryer frypot before
opening the drain valve or connecting the unit to electric power.

Clean up shortening spills promptly to avoid creating a slip and fall
hazard.

DO NOT allow water to contaminate the shortening. Water will
boil violently on contact with hot shortening, causing the hot
shortening to splatter.

DO NOT clean the filter with water, water spray or steam
spray.

DO NOT use steel wool to clean any part of the filter

DO NOT pour water on, into or over the motor, motor enclosure, power

switch or wiring.

This appliance is not jet-stream approved. Do not direct any water or
steam jet at any part of this appliance. Do not use a jet stream to wash
under the appliance.

The filter unit is NOT a ladder. Never stand on the filter unit.

DO NOT stand on, sit on or lean on the filter unit.

DO NOT allow foreign objects such as closed containers, cigarette

lighters or aerosol cans near the filter unit or hot shortening. If dropped
in hot shortening, such objects may explode.

DO NOT allow any foreign object near the fryer or filtration unit that can
fall into the frypot or filter and cause splashing or splattering of hot
shortening.

Keep the RESERVOIR COVER in place at all times except when the
filter unit is being cleaned.

DO NOT push or pull the filter unit by the wand, filter adapter or pump
discharge pipe. Always use the PUSH HANDLE to maneuver the filter
unit into place.

DANGER:

BURN

Contact with hot shortening
will cause severe injury or
death. Wear eye protection,
protective gloves and clothing
and when operating or
servicing this fryer.

HAZARD

DANGER:

BURN
HAZARD

Do not attempt to open the
fryer lid or fryer drain valve
until the pressure in the frypot
has fallen to zero.
Opening the lid or valve
prematurely will result in the
explosive release of hot
shortening.
Contact with hot shortening
will cause severe injury or
death.

WARNING:

ELECTRIC
SHOCK HAZARD

All servicing requiring
access to non-insulated
electrical components must
be performed by a factory
authorized technician.
Do not open any access panel
which requires the use of
tools. Failure to follow this
warning can result in severe
electrical shock.

CAUTION:

Hot Surface

Exposed surfaces can be hot
to the touch and may cause
burns.

GENERAL

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