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FilterQuick

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FQG30

Gas Fryer

Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual

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Part Number: FRY_IOM_8197052 06/2015

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Page 1: ...on and models are released Visit our website for the latest manual Part Number FRY_IOM_8197052 06 2015 8197052 FOR YOUR SAFETY Do Not Store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Original Instructions CAUTION READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE FRYER ...

Page 2: ...t operational procedures NOTICE This appliance is intended to be used for commercial applications for example in kitchens of restaurants canteens hospitals and in commercial enterprises such as bakeries butcheries etc but not for continuous mass production of food NOTICE TO OWNERS OF UNITS EQUIPPED WITH CONTROLLERS U S This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the ...

Page 3: ...servicing of this product could expose you to airborne particles of glasswool or ceramic fibers crystalline silica and or carbon monoxide Inhalation of airborne particles of glasswool or ceramic fibers is known to the State of California to cause cancer Inhalation of carbon monoxide is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm DANGER The crumb tray in fryer...

Page 4: ...equirements 2 3 2 2 Caster Leg Installation 2 3 2 3 Pre Connection Preparations 2 4 2 4 Connection to Gas Line 2 6 2 5 Converting to another Gas Type 2 9 2 6 Positioning the Fryer 2 10 2 7 Installing the JIB Cradle 2 11 CHAPTER 3 Operating Instructions 3 1 Controller Operation and Programming 3 2 3 2 Equipment Setup and Start Up Procedures 3 2 3 2 1 Setup 3 2 3 2 2 Lighting the Fryer 3 3 3 3 Shutt...

Page 5: ... 4 5 5 1 Replace the O rings 5 4 5 6 Semi Annual Checks and Service 5 4 5 6 1 Clean Gas Valve Vent Tube 5 4 5 6 2 Check Burner Manifold Pressure 5 4 5 7 Annual Periodic System Inspection 5 4 5 7 1 Fryer 5 4 5 7 2 FilterQuick Fingertip Filtration System 5 5 5 7 3 Clean Combustion Air Blower Assembly 5 6 CHAPTER 6 Operator Troubleshooting 6 1 Introduction 6 1 6 2 Troubleshooting 6 2 6 2 1 Controller...

Page 6: ...ty Information Before attempting to operate your unit read the instructions in this manual thoroughly Throughout this manual you will find notations enclosed in double bordered boxes similar to the ones that follow CAUTION CAUTION boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in a malfunction of your system WARNING WARNING boxes contain information about actions or...

Page 7: ...e at their own expense The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon sible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment If necessary the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio and television technician for additional suggestions The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communicati...

Page 8: ...de The FilterQuick FQG30 Series Gas fryers are controlled with a FilterQuick controller Fryers in this series come in full or split pot arrangements and can be purchased as two three or four vat fryers All fryers in this series require an external source of AC electrical power Units can be configured for voltages ranging from 100 VAC to 240 VAC FilterQuick FQG30 Series fryers are shipped completel...

Page 9: ...ter website at www frymaster com service Failure to use qualified service personnel will void the Frymaster warranty on your equipment 1 8 Shipping Damage Claim Procedure Your Frymaster equipment was carefully inspected and packed before leaving the factory The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon its acceptance of the equipment for transport What to do if your...

Page 10: ...t have access to this list contact the Frymaster Service Department at 1 800 551 8633 or 1 318 865 1711 or by e mail service frymaster com Service information may be obtained by contacting your local FAS Distributor Service may also be obtained by calling the Frymaster Service Department at 1 800 551 8633 or 1 318 865 1711 or by e mail service frymaster com When requesting parts or service please ...

Page 11: ...mation in this manual and local or nation al codes or regulations installation and operation shall comply with the codes or regulations in force in the country in which the equipment is installed DANGER Building codes prohibit a fryer with its open tank of hot oil being installed beside an open flame of any type including those of broilers and ranges Upon arrival inspect the fryer carefully for vi...

Page 12: ...he lower edge of the grease filter Frymaster recommends that the minimum distance be 24 in 600 mm from the flue outlet to the bottom edge of the filter when the appliance consumes more than 120 000 BTU per hour For installations in the United States information on construction and installation of ventilating hoods can be found in the NFPA standard cited above A copy of the standard may be obtained...

Page 13: ...ded re ceptacle Do not cut remove or otherwise bypass the grounding prong on this plug DANGER This appliance requires electrical power for operation Place the gas control valve in the OFF position in case of a prolonged power outage Do not attempt to operate this appliance during a power outage 2 1 4 Australian Requirements To be installed in accordance with AS 5601 local authority gas electricity...

Page 14: ...ly 1 inch then adjusting them so that the fryer is level and at the proper height in the exhaust hood Frymaster recommends that the minimum distance from the flue outlet to the bottom edge of the hood be 24 in 600 mm when the appliance consumes more than 120 000 BTU per hour NOTE There are no built in leveling devices on fryers equipped with casters The floor where the fryer is to be installed mus...

Page 15: ... Standard for Incoming Gas Pressures for Fryers ManufacturedAfter April 1999 1 mbar 10 2 mm H2O Gas Pressure mbar 1 Regulator Pressure Non CE Standard for Incoming Gas Pressures Gas Minimum Maximum Natural 6 W C 1 49 kPa 14 93 mbar 14 W C 3 48 kPa 34 84 mbar LP 11 W C 2 74 kPa 27 37 mbar 14 W C 3 48 kPa 34 84 mbar 6 For fryers equipped with a FootPrint Pro system or basket lifts plug the electrica...

Page 16: ...NGER All connections must be sealed with a joint compound suitable for the gas being used and all connections must be tested with a solution of soapy water before light ing any pilots Never use matches candles or any other ignition source to check for leaks If gas odors are detected shut off the gas supply to the appliance at the main shut off valve and immediately contact the local gas company or...

Page 17: ...30 GERMANY DE II2ELL3B P G20 G25 20 G30 G31 50 I3P G31 50 GREECE GR II2H3 G20 20 G30 G31 28 30 37 ITALY IT II2H3 G20 20 G30 G31 28 30 37 IRELAND IE II2H3 G20 20 G30 G31 28 30 37 LUXEMBOURG LU II2E3B P G20 20 G30 G31 50 NETHERLANDS NL II2L3P G25 25 G31 50 II2L3B P G25 25 G30 G31 30 NORWAY NO I3B P G30 G31 30 PORTUGAL PT II2H3 G20 20 G30 G31 28 30 37 SPAIN ES II2H3 G20 20 G30 G31 28 30 37 II2H3P G20...

Page 18: ... your unit 4 The burner manifold pressure should be checked at this time by the local gas company or an authorized service agent The tables below and on the following page list the burner manifold gas pressures for the various gas types that can be used with this equipment Natural Gas Lacq G20 under 20 mbar 7 8 Natural Gas Gronique G25 under 25 mbar 10 11 2 Natural Gas Gronique G25 under 20 mbar 1...

Page 19: ...965 Full Vat PN 826 2967 Dual Vat PN 826 2966 Dual Vat PN 826 2968 Non CE Gas Conversion Kits for Australia Natural Gas to Propane LP Gas Propane LP Gas to Natural Gas Full Vat PN 826 2969 Full Vat PN 826 2971 Dual Vat PN 826 2970 Dual Vat PN 826 2972 Units manufactured for export to CE countries are equipped with universal burners that may be used with either Natural G20 G25 gas or Butane G30 and...

Page 20: ...s provided by the KES to limit its movement so that it does not depend on or transmit stress to the connection Install the re straints in accordance with the provided instructions If the restraints are disconnected for service or other reasons they must be reconnected before the fryer is used DANGER Hot oil can cause severe burns Avoid contact Under all circumstances oil must be removed from the f...

Page 21: ...ee Figure 1 Install the JIB cradle shipped in the accesso ries pack with the screws that were removed in the cross brace removal step see Figure 2 If using the solid shortening option see Appendix A in the rear of this manual for installation instruc tions Install the optional JIB splash shield to protect the bottom of the JIB see Figure 3 Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 ...

Page 22: ...voir Control Panel FilterQuick Controller shown Fryer Identification Data Labels Model and Serial Number Filter Pan MIB Board Drain Valve Button with LED Basket Hanger Waste Handle JIB Jug In Box Reset Button TYPICAL CONFIGURATION FILTERQUICK FQG430 SHOWN NOTE The appearance of your fryer may differ slightly from that shown depending upon the configuration and date of manufacture ...

Page 23: ...ltration draining and cleaning procedures CAUTION The cooking oil capacity of the FilterQuick FQG30 Series gas fryer is 32 lbs 3 8 gallons 14 5 liters at 70 F 21 C for a full vat and 18 lbs 2 2 gallons 8 33 liters at 70 F 21 C for each half of a dual vat Before lighting the fryer make sure the fryer is OFF and the frypot drain valve s is are closed Remove the basket support rack s if installed and...

Page 24: ... Manual 819 7206 for instructions to fill the vat from bulk 2 Ensure that the power cord s are plugged into the appropriate receptacle s Verify that the face of the plug is flush with the outlet plate with no portion of the prongs visible 3 Ensure that the oil level is at the top OIL LEVEL line when the oil is at its cooking temperature 3 2 2 Lighting the Fryer 1 Press the controller ON OFF switch...

Page 25: ...ustion air blower Right Viewing Ports Left Viewing Ports are behind the motor housings The optimum burn is a bright orange red glow If a blue flame is observed or if there are dark spots on a burner face adjust the air gas mixture as follows On the side of the blower housing opposite the motor is a plate with a locking nut Loosen the nut enough to allow the plate to be moved then adjust the positi...

Page 26: ... The fry pots will require manual filling upon startup and after disposal unless a bulk fresh oil system is used 3 4 1 Install the Oil Reservoir Remove the original lid from the oil container and foil liner Replace with the provided cap which has connected suction hardware Ensure the feeder tube from the cap reaches to the bottom of the oil container Place the oil container inside the cabinet and ...

Page 27: ...our any remaining oil in the container into all fry vats equally see Figure 3 Figure 3 3 With the jug upright remove the cap and foil seal see Figure 4 Figure 4 4 Put the tube in the new full container see Figure 5 Figure 5 5 Slide the JIB onto the shelf inside the fryer cabinet as seen in Figure 2 6 Press and hold the orange JIB reset switch ten 10 seconds to reset the top off system see Figure 6...

Page 28: ... of the hold down ring 4 2 Preparing the FilterQuick with Fingertip Filtration System for Use with Filter Paper or Filter Pad The FilterQuick with fingertip filtration system allows the oil in one frypot to be safely and efficiently filtered while the other frypots in a battery remain in operation The FilterQuick filtration system uses a filter paper configuration which includes a crumb tray large...

Page 29: ... PAD 7 Push the filter pan back into the fryer positioning it under the fryer Ensure A is displayed on the MIB board The filtration system is now ready for use DANGER Do not drain more than one frypot at a time into the built in filtration unit to avoid overflow and spillage of hot oil that may cause severe burns slipping and falling DANGER The crumb tray in fryers equipped with a filter system mu...

Page 30: ... the vat is full press the YES button to continue The controller returns to idle cook mode or OFF If the pot is not filled completely continue to next step 2 Press NO if pot is not filled completely The controller displays FILLING while the pump runs again When the pump stops the controller displays IS VAT FULL alternating with yes no again If the vat is full go to step 1 If the vat is not complet...

Page 31: ... and the error message for 15 seconds changing to SYSTEM ERROR FIXED alternating with YES NO 10 Press NO to continue cooking Call your FAS to repair and reset the fryer The error will be re displayed every 15 minutes until the issue is repaired Semi automatic filtration and auto top off is disabled until the fryer is reset 4 4 2 Clogged Drain Error The clogged drain error occurs during auto filtra...

Page 32: ... safe convenient draining and disposal of used oil Frymaster recommends the use of the Frymaster Shortening Disposal Unit SDU for JIB systems The SDU is available through your local distributor Do not drain boil out solution into an SDU NOTE If using an SDU built before January 2004 the filter pan cover must be removed to allow the unit to be positioned beneath the drain To remove the cover lift u...

Page 33: ...sealable cover with a capacity of FOUR gallons 15 liters or larger under the fryer drainpipe to drain the oil The METAL container must be able to withstand the heat of the oil and hold hot liquids 3 Follow the instructions for disposing of oil on page 1 13 thru 1 14 of the FilterQuick controller manual for disposal or draining steps If the drain valve becomes clogged with food particles use the Fr...

Page 34: ...ation of cleaner and the length of time the cleaner remains on the food contact surfaces 5 2 DAILY CHECKS AND SERVICE 5 2 1 Inspect Fryer and Accessories for Damage Look for loose or frayed wires and cords leaks foreign material in frypot or inside cabinet and any other indica tions that the fryer and accessories are not ready and safe for operation 5 2 2 Clean Fryer Cabinet Inside and Out Daily C...

Page 35: ...G Use a commercial grade cleaner formulated to effectively clean and sanitize food contact surfaces Read the directions for use and precautionary statements before use Particular attention must be paid to the concentration of cleaner and the length of time the cleaner remains on the food contact surfaces 5 2 5 Clean Oil Level Sensor 1 Drain the oil using the drain to pan option in the filter menu ...

Page 36: ...solution using the drain to pan instructions on page 1 15 in the FilterQuick controller man ual and clean the frypot s thoroughly WARNING Never leave the fryer unattended during this process If the solution overflows press the ON OFF switch to the OFF position immediately WARNING NEVER drain boil out solution into a shortening disposal unit SDU a built in filtration unit or a portable filter unit ...

Page 37: ... and the gas valve to the OFF position 2 Carefully unscrew the vent tube from the gas valve NOTE The vent tube may be straightened for ease in removal 3 Pass a piece of ordinary binding wire through the tube to remove any obstruction 4 Remove the wire and blow through the tube to ensure it is clear 5 Reinstall the tube and bend it so that the opening is pointing downward 5 6 2 Check Burner Manifol...

Page 38: ...nnections are tight Inspect the filter pan for leaks and cleanliness If there is a large accumulation of crumbs in the crumb basket advise the owner operator that the crumb basket should be emptied into a fireproof container and cleaned dai ly Verify that all O rings and seals are present and in good condition Replace O rings and seals if worn or dam aged Check filtration system integrity as follo...

Page 39: ...r wheel and the blower housing Allow it to soak for five minutes Rinse the wheel and housing with hot tap water then dry with a clean cloth See Figure 3 Blower Housing Blower Wheel Wrap the motor and wires with plastic wrap or a plastic bag Figure 3 4 Remove the plastic wrap from the blower motor assembly Reassemble the blower motor assembly and blower housing Reinstall the blower assembly in the ...

Page 40: ...ed or if there are dark spots on a burner face the air gas mixture requires adjustment On the side of the blower housing opposite the motor is a plate with one or two locking nuts see illustration on the following page Loosen the nut s enough to allow the plate to be moved then adjust the position of the plate to open or close the air intake opening until a bright orange red glow is obtained Caref...

Page 41: ... that failure of a small component may often be indicative of potential failure or incorrect functioning of a more important component or system If you are in doubt as to the proper action to take do not hesitate to call the Frymaster Technical Service Department or your local Frymaster Factory Authorized Servicer for assistance Before calling a servicer or the Frymaster HOTLINE 1 800 551 8633 Ver...

Page 42: ... started Fryer is in melt cycle This is normal operation This will continue until the fryer temperature reaches 180ºF 82ºC Fryer does not heat A Drain valve not fully closed B Gas valve is not turned on C Manual gas shut off valve closed D Improperly connected quick disconnect fitting on gas line E Obstructed or failed combustion air blower A Check status of MIB Ensure A is displayed B Turn the ga...

Page 43: ...ssistance Controller displays RECOVERY FAULT YES and alarm sounds Recovery time exceeded maximum time limit Clear error and silence the alarm by pressing the YES button Maximum recovery time is 2 25 If the error continues call your FAS for assistance Controller display is in wrong temperature scale Fahrenheit or Celsius Incorrect display option programmed Fryers using the FilterQuick controller ca...

Page 44: ...pump stops during filtering A Power cord is not plugged in or circuit breaker is tripped B Pump motor has overheated causing the thermal overload switch to trip C Blockage in filter pump A Verify that the power cord is fully plugged in and the circuit breaker is not tripped B If the motor is too hot to touch for more than a few seconds the thermal overload switch has probably tripped Allow the mot...

Page 45: ...s full otherwise press NO and follow prompts B Check to ensure that the probable causes are remedied Follow the prompts to refill the vat Controller displays IS DRAIN CLEAR Drain is clogged and oil failed to drain Clear drain with Fryers Friend and press YES button Filtration will resume Controller display shows filter busy Another filtration cycle or filter paper change is still in process Wait u...

Page 46: ...MIB SOFTWARE Internal MIB software error E08 ERROR ATO BOARD ATO board connection lost ATO board failure E09 ERROR PUMP NOT FILLING Dirty paper pad and it needs changed or it was bypassed filter pump problem E10 ERROR DRAIN VALVE NOT OPEN Drain valve was trying to open and confirmation is missing E11 ERROR DRAIN VALVE NOT CLOSED Drain valve was trying to close and confirmation is missing E12 ERROR...

Page 47: ... or 395 F 202 C CE 6 2 7 HIGH LIMIT TEST MODE The high limit test mode is used to test the high limit circuit The high limit test will destroy the oil It should only be performed with old oil Shut the fryer off and call for service immediately if the temperature reaches 460 F 238 C without the high limit tripping and the computer displays high LIMIT FAILURE alternating with DISCONNECT POWER with a...

Page 48: ...h limit opens the computer displays HELP HI 2 alternating with the actual temperature ex 430F 10 Release the button If the high limit fails the computer displays HIGH LIMIT FAILURE alternating with DISCONNECT POWER If this happens disconnect power to the fryer and call for service immediately The vat stops heating and the computer displays the current temperature setting alternating with the actua...

Page 49: ... fitting into the jug with the metal cap resting on the lip of the jug The oil is pumped in and out of the jug through the same fitting see Figure 4 Figure 4 The momentary switch used to reset the ATO system is also used to fill the jug in an fresh bulk oil system After clearing the TOP OFF EMPTY display pressing and holding the momentary switch located above the JIB allows the operator to fill th...

Page 50: ... fryer will ONLY operate with bulk oil systems that have a three pole float switch If the float switch is the older two pole switch call the bulk oil provider These float switches are polarity specific which may short to ground and damage an MIB board ...

Page 51: ...g the existing holes See Figure 5 8 On the back side of the melter attach the white two pin connectors and plug in the black connector to the outlet box shown in Figure 6 9 Ensure the melting unit power switch is in the ON position See Figure 7 Figure 1 Attach alignment bracket to bottom of ATO box brace Orange button resets system after a low oil display Figure 6 Attach the two pin white connecto...

Page 52: ...t the top off system DO NOT ADD hot oil to the shortening melter The temperature of the oil reservoir should not exceed 140 F 60 C Add small amounts of solid shortening to the reservoir to ensure it has sufficient oil to operate the top off system For best results DO NOT TURN OFF the solid shortening melting unit overnight The power switch for the melting unit is also used as a reset switch if the...

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