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Remote Filter 

 

Introduction 

 

 

Introduction 

Congratulations! You have chosen an 

FKF 

Remote Filter that will give you many years of fine service 

from the original manufacturer, 

BKI

The FKF Remote Filter is designed to filter shortening used in BKI’s 

Electric Pressure Fryer (model BLF and FKM only) and Donut Fryer (model DNF only). 

 

The BKI name and trademark on this unit assures you of the finest in design and engineering -- that it has 
been built with care and dedication -- using the best materials available. Attention to the operating 
instructions regarding proper installation, operation, and maintenance will result in long lasting 
dependability to insure the highest profitable return on your investment. 
 

 

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT. If 
you have any questions, please contact your BKI

 

Distributor. If they are unable to 

answer your questions, contact the BKI

 

Technical Service Department, toll free: 

1-800-927-6887. Outside the U.S., call 1-864-963-3471. 

Safety Precautions 

Always follow recommended safety precautions listed in this manual. Below is the safety alert symbol. 
When you see this symbol on your equipment, be alert to the potential for personal injury or property 
damage. 
 

 

Safety Signs and Messages  

The following Safety signs and messages are placed in this manual to provide instructions and identify 
specific areas where potential hazards exist and special precautions should be taken. Know and 
understand the meaning of these instructions, signs, and messages. Damage to the equipment, death or 
serious injury to you or other persons may result if these messages are not followed. 
 

 

This message indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 
will result in death or serious injury. 

 

This message indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, 
could result in death or serious injury. 

 

This message indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, 
may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against 
unsafe practices. 

 

This message is used when special information, instructions or identification are 
required relating to procedures, equipment, tools, capacities and other special 
data. 

Summary of Contents for FKF

Page 1: ...Remote Filter MODELS FKF FKF H Operation and Maintenance Serial Numbers 122085 and higher ...

Page 2: ...ville South Carolina or F O B authorized BKI Distributor The Company and or its authorized representatives will assume the normal replacement labor expense for the defective part for the period of the warranty as stated above excluding travel and or other expenses incidental to the replacement of the defective part where replacement work is performed during standard business hours and not subject ...

Page 3: ...e of Contents 1 Introduction 2 Safety Precautions 2 Safety Signs and Messages 2 Safe Work Practices 3 Safety Labels 5 Operation 6 Controls and Indicators 6 BLF FKM Filtering Procedure 6 DNF Filtering Procedure 8 Filter Pad Replacement 10 Replacement Parts 12 ...

Page 4: ...s Always follow recommended safety precautions listed in this manual Below is the safety alert symbol When you see this symbol on your equipment be alert to the potential for personal injury or property damage Safety Signs and Messages The following Safety signs and messages are placed in this manual to provide instructions and identify specific areas where potential hazards exist and special prec...

Page 5: ...p loose hair tied back or in a hair net while operating your fryer Always wear appropriate personal protection equipment during the filtering process to guard against possible injury from hot oil Keep this manual with the Equipment This manual is an important part of your equipment Always keep it near for easy access If you need to replace this manual contact BKI Technical Services Department P O ...

Page 6: ...encies Be prepared for fires injuries or other emergencies Keep a first aid kit and a fire extinguisher near the equipment You must use a 40 pound Type BC fire extinguisher and keep it within 25 feet of your equipment Keep emergency numbers for doctors ambulance services hospitals and the fire department near your telephone Know your responsibilities as an Employer Make certain your employees know...

Page 7: ...Remote Filter Introduction 5 Safety Labels ...

Page 8: ...make sure it s filter screen is in place 5 If solid shortening has been used and needs to be melted in the pump follow the instructions below otherwise skip to the next step a Plug the pump heater power cord into the BLF FKM receptacle b Turn the pump heater power switch on c Position the FILTER OFF FRY switch to FILTER The heater will begin to melt the shortening in the pump d Wait 30 minutes to ...

Page 9: ...teps below 1 Make certain that the filter hose is connected to it s mating part on the FKF filter unit 2 Holding the hose by the handle place hose nozzle inside the pot Hot shortening may splash out of the pot causing severe injury when filling the pot if the lid is not held down over the hose nozzle To prevent shortening splashes hold the lid down over the hose nozzle 3 Hold the lid down over the...

Page 10: ...utes to ensure all shortening in the pump has melted e Position the FILTER MOTOR switch to OFF f Turn the pump heater power switch off g Unplug the pump heater power cord from the fryer power receptacle 7 Plug the FKF pump motor power cord into the fryer power receptacle 8 Place the pump motor power switch on 9 Move the DRAIN handle on the fryer slowly to the OPEN position until the shortening sta...

Page 11: ...ached or until air starts bubbling through the shortening 17 As soon as air is seen in the shortening position the FILTER MOTOR switch to OFF to prevent shortening degradation 18 Add new shortening if the fill mark has not been reached 19 Disconnect the filter hose Hold the filter hose with nozzle down over the pot to drain all excess oil from the hose 20 Remove the FKF unit from under the fryer a...

Page 12: ...pumped into the pot the filter pad should be replaced immediately If the filter pad is not properly closed breading crumbs will get through the pad opening and clog the pump Ensure that the filter pad is properly closed upon replacement 1 Place the filter screen inside the filter pad 2 Fold the end of the pad and seal with the bag clip ...

Page 13: ...Remote Filter Operation 11 ...

Page 14: ...3 1 FEMALE COUPLING 9 SB7659 1 FILTER SCREEN FITTING SPOTWELD 10 O0013 1 O RING FLUOROCARBON V680 70 11 FS0002 1 FILTER SCREEN INTERCEPTOR 12 FC0004 1 NUT SCREEN RETAINING FKM F 13 FS0001 1 FILTER SCREEN BOTTOM 14 FS0003 1 FILTER SCREEN TOP 15 FT0506 2 ELL 5 8 TUBE TO 1 2NPT FEMALE 16 P0081 1 PLUG F H4F4 7 7 QUIK DISCONN 17 FKFA061 1 TUBING PUMP TO DISCONNECT FKF 18 B0851 1 BUSHING BLK HEX REDUCIN...

Page 15: ...Remote Filter Replacement Parts 13 ...

Page 16: ...P O Box 80400 Simpsonville S C 29680 0400 USA http www bkideas com Made and printed in the U S A LI0171 0407 ...

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