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User Manual

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Checking and adjusting pressure regulator

1.  Turn thermostat “OFF” and combination gas valve knob to the “PILOT” setting.
2.  Remove pressure tap plug from burner manifold located directly below the burners in the cabinet.
3.  Install a fitting appropriate to connect a manometer.
4.  Turn combination gas valve to “ON” position and thermostat to “ON.” The burners will ignite. Be 

certain that sufficient oil is covering the tubes.

5.  With burners on, read manometer.
6.  If the manometer does not read 4" W.C. for natural gas, or 10" W.C. for propane gas, adjust regulator.
7.  Remove regulator adjustment screw cap (see diagram on page 18).
8.  With small screwdriver rotate adjustment screw “CLOCKWISE” to increase or “COUNTERCLOCKWISE” 

to decrease pressure. Be sure to adjust with burners “ON.”

9.  Turn thermostat “OFF” and set combination gas valve knob to “PILOT” position.
10. Remove manometer and replace pressure tap plug.
11. Replace adjustment screw cap.

Checking and adjusting calibration of thermostat

1.  To check appliance temperatures, use a thermocouple-type temperature test instrument or reliable 

thermometer. Place the thermocouple of test instrument or thermometer in the center of the fry pot.

2.  Turn the control dial to the temperature setting requiring the greatest accuracy. Allow enough time 

for  temperature to stabilize, or until several temperature readings are identical.

3.  Recalibrate if setting and actual temperature 

differ by more than 10°F.

4.  Remove dial from dial shaft “B.” Be careful that 

dial shaft does not rotate in either direction 
(which would change the dial setting).

5.  Hold dial shaft “B” steady and with a 

screwdriver turn calibration screw “A” 
clockwise to decrease the temperature, or 
counterclockwise to increase the temperature.

6.  Replace dial. Let the appliance operate until 

the temperature has stabilized before a final 
check is made to  determine whether or not the 
calibration has been corrected.

7.  Once correct, seal the calibration screw with 

glyptol.

The combination gas valve (includes pressure regulator) is factory set at 4" W.C. for natural gas and 10" W.C. 
for liquid propane gas. To check the manifold pressure, do the following:

All thermostat controls are carefully calibrated at the factory (i.e., the dial is properly set to control appliance 
temperatures accurately). Only a qualified appliance service technician should perform this adjustment.

Summary of Contents for 177FBF1824LP

Page 1: ...G Please read and keep these instructions Indoor use only 09 2021 User Manual WARNING Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage injury or death Read...

Page 2: ...w all instructions This manual is applicable to models listed below Procedures in this manual will apply to all models unless specified Pictures and illustrations can be of any model unless the pictur...

Page 3: ...ty 2 General 2 Unpacking 2 Specifications 4 Installation 5 Codes and Standards 7 Assembly 8 Flue Connection 8 Gas Connection 9 Leveling the Fryer 10 Operation 11 15 Cleaning 15 Boil Out Procedure 16 M...

Page 4: ...NPT female connector Minimum supply pressure 4 is W C for natural gas and 10 W C for propane User Manual 4 www AvantcoEquipment com SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS 177FBF1824LP 177FBF1824NG 177FBF2424LP 177...

Page 5: ...r 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...

Page 6: ...himney Please connect the outside chimney using screws 2 Fix the two supporting brackets The lid extending direction can be at either right or left side Take out the inner chimney Please fasten the in...

Page 7: ...Equipment com 7 CODES AND STANDARDS The fryer must be installed in accordance with In the United States State and local codes or in the absence of local codes with Assemble the handle using the screws...

Page 8: ...n Standards Association 155 Queen Street Suite 1300 Ottawa Ontario Canada K1P 6L1 CSA C22 1 Canadian Electric Code latest edition available from the Canadian Standards Associa tion 155 Queen Street Su...

Page 9: ...casters The installation shall be made with a connector that complies with the Standard for Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances ANSI Z21 69 CAN CGA 6 16 and a quick disconnect device that complies...

Page 10: ...ation The fryer must be installed with the casters provided If the restraint is ever to be disconnected first turn the gas supply off If disconnection of the restraint is necessary to reconnect this r...

Page 11: ...yer shuts down due to overheating DO NOT relight the pilot until the shortening temperature is below 300 F 149 C If an overheating situation persists contact your local authorized service office BEFOR...

Page 12: ...fryer tank with liquid shortening Shortening level should be between the min and max lines in the fryer tank Shortening will expand when heated Do not fill the fryer tank over the MAX line Add fresh...

Page 13: ...he desired temperature TURNING ON THE FRYER 1 Set the temperature knob to desired temperature 2 After the set temperature has been reached the thermostat shuts off the gas flow to burners 3 The pilot...

Page 14: ...es When frying doughnuts and fritters turn product only once during frying When frying is completed take out the supporting wiring rack and place it on the lid EXTENDED SHORTENING LIFE Shortening life...

Page 15: ...he MIN level but no higher than halfway between MIN and MAX Oil will expand as it is heated Add Fryclone oil stabilizer and filter 8 After the fry tank is filled with new oil turn the thermostat knob...

Page 16: ...valve and fill tank with water Use a low foaming cleaner degreaser to clean the fry tank 999FCBOILOUT Follow the instructions on the side of the package Do not use chlorine or sulfate sulfide cleaner...

Page 17: ...cool inspect annually Check the flue and clear any obstructions Troubleshooting Chart Problem Probable Cause No Heat Thermostat dial not turned on Pilot not lit Gas supply not turned on Wire connectio...

Page 18: ...voltage circuit diagram is located inside the front door of the fryer and also on page 19 Yellow Tips too little air or too much gas Blowing or Lifting Tips too much air Normal Flame NOTICE Warranty w...

Page 19: ...able thermometer Place the thermocouple of test instrument or thermometer in the center of the fry pot 2 Turn the control dial to the temperature setting requiring the greatest accuracy Allow enough t...

Page 20: ...g or pounding baskets on top surface or by slamming door may cause Hi Limit Control Switch to open If this condtion persists additional cushioning may be added to the rubber grommets supporting this c...

Page 21: ...whether arising out of warranties representations instructions installations or defects from any cause Avantco Equipment shall not be liable under any legal theory for loss of use revenue or profit o...

Page 22: ...cial UseWarranty Valid only in the Contiguous United States Avantco Equipment warrants new equipment sold to food trucks and commercial customers that have installed the unit outdoors to be operationa...

Page 23: ...1 1 PART 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16a 16b 17a 17b 18a 18b 19a 19b 20a 20b 21a 21b 22a 22b 23a 23b 24a 24b KNOB THERMOSTAT HIGH LIMIT DRAIN PIPE ADJUSTABLE LEG BURNER THERMOPILE PILOT BRACK...

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