CF SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
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1.5 Equipment Description
CF Series gas fryers are specifically designed for high volume frying, especially fish, chicken and
other breaded products. Models in this series include FMCF, FMCFE, FMCFEC, MJCF, MJCFE,
MJCFEC, KJ3FC and J65X variants. (The J65X variant is a drop-in unit without cabinetry.) Fryers
in this series may be equipped with built-in Filter Magic filtration systems (FMCF variants), or may
be configured for manual filtration (MJCF variants). All models may be configured for electrical
power supplies ranging from 120 to 240 VAC.
FMCF, MJCF AND J65X models utilize a combination gas valve to control the burner, but do not
require an external AC power source. An AC power source is required for these models when
equipped with built-in filtration systems.
FMCFE, KJ3FC and MJCFE models utilize a combination gas valve to control the burner and
require an external AC power source. The electrical power supply to the gas valve is controlled by a
manually-operated thermostat controller or a computer/controller. The FMCFEC and MJCFEC
models are equipped with Computer Magic III.5 computers. The KJ3FC variants are equipped with
user-supplied or KFC-1 computers.
All models are of an open-pot design with no tubes and have a hand-sized opening into the deep cold
zone, which makes cleaning the stainless frypot quick and easy.
Fryers equipped with built-in filtration systems are shipped completely assembled. Fryers without
built-in filtration require installation of legs or optional casters at point of use. All fryers are shipped
with a package of standard accessories. Each fryer is adjusted, tested, and inspected at the factory
before crating for shipment.
Frypots are constructed of welded, heavy- gauge stainless steel. Heating is supplied by a burner
assembly having multiple gas jets, which are focused on ceramic targets located around the lower
side of the frypot. The burner assembly can be configured for natural gas, propane, or manufactured
gas, as required by the customer. A drain is tapped into the center of the frypot, with a front-
controlled manual ball valve.
Each fryer is equipped with a thermostat probe for precise temperature control. The probe is located
on the centerline of the frypot for rapid response to changes in loads and to provide the most
accurate temperature measurement.
CF Series fryers may be equipped with an optional melt cycle feature, which pulses the burner on
and off at a controlled rate. The melt cycle feature is designed to prevent scorching and uneven
heating of the frypot for customers who use solid shortening.
The controls on your fryer vary depending on the model and configuration purchased. Control
options include thermostat controls, solid state (analog) controllers, digital controllers, KFC-1,
Fastron or Computer Magic III.5 computers. Each type is covered in a separate manual provided
with your equipment.
