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Installation

GBF-50 Fryer

2.09.2 Heat Test

Heating elements become extremely hot when energized! Skin contact can result in severe
injury.

1. Confirm that

Heat Switch

②

is in the

[OFF]

position and drain valve is completely

[CLOSED]

2. With a soaking wet towel, liberally dampen heating elements

①

, leaving visible moisture on the surfaces.

3. The two controller displays

③

should show the following:

Upper

‐

“POWER FAILURE PRESS [START] TO

PREHEAT”

...

Lower

‐

“HOLD”.

Press the

[START]

key

④

Upper display

changes to show message

PREHEAT

and a temperature setpoint value higher than

300°F.

The

small red

HEAT

indicator (beside

lower display

) will turn

and real

‐

time temperature will be displayed on

the

lower display

. The control panel amber

HEAT

light

⑤

should

NOT

5. Place

Heat Switch

②

in the

[HEAT]

position. The

HEAT

light

⑤

should now turn

. Leave switch

for

NO MORE THAN 15 to 20 SECONDS

then return to

[OFF]

position.

6. The moisture on elements should dry quickly and heat should be felt rising from the vat.

DO NOT TOUCH

HEATING ELEMENTS!

9. If heating elements do not dry rapidly

(15

‐

20 secs)

or heat is not detected, refer to

Section 6.01,

Troubleshooting Procedures,

else proceed to

Section 2.09.3

below

NOTE:

While performing this test, if the

HEAT

light turns

OFF

, an alarm sounds and the

upper display

shows a

message

“ERROR

‐

MAX ELEMENT TEMP”

, return

Heat Switch

[OFF]

and proceed on to the next step, as this

would also be an indication that the elements were properly powered.

This test confirms that heating elements are being powered and properly energized by the controller. Perform test for
each fryer unit in a banked system.

Summary of Contents for GBF-50

Page 1: ...rive West Montgomery AL 36109 USA Phone 334 272 1457 Toll Free 800 554 4537 USA Canada Only Fax 334 239 4117 Website www gfse com Printed in USA Form No 65686 Rel Date Apr 2011 Rev Date Mar 2021 Rev I GBF 50 Electric Fryer Operations Service Manual Banked Units ...

Page 2: ...____________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Voltage _______ Phase _______ Date Installed _______________ Be ready to provide this information when calling for service or parts Record the following information here for easy quick reference ...

Page 3: ...ectrical ConnectionS Diagram 8 2 06 Ventilation 8 2 07 Optional Factory Installed Options 9 2 07 1 Bulk Oil Management Systems Fresh and or Waste Oil 9 2 07 2 On board Fresh Oil Supply System 9 2 08 Restraint Device 10 2 09 Finalizing Installation 10 2 09 1 Power Test 11 2 09 2 Heat Test 12 2 09 3 Filter Pump Test 13 2 09 4 Initial Fryer Cleaning Boil Out 13 2 09 5 Clean Filter Pan Accessories 14 ...

Page 4: ...g Preparing Fryer for Cooking 47 4 02 2 Loading Product for Cooking 49 4 02 3 Cooking Cycle Process 51 4 03 Maintaining Oil Level w Optional Oil Top Off Systems 53 4 03 A On Board Fresh Oil System 53 4 03 B Bulk Fresh OIl System 53 4 04 Filtering Used Cooking Oil 54 4 05 Removal of Waste Oil from Fryer 58 4 06 Fryer Shut Down 61 5 Cleaning 63 5 01 Boil Out Procedure Cleaning the Cooking Vat 63 5 0...

Page 5: ...System 88 7 10 Cabinet Underside Bank System 90 7 11 Fry Vat Assembly 92 7 12 Filter Pan Assembly 94 Appendix 96 A Appendix A Connecting Optional KitchenTrac 96 A 1 Connecting Controller WiFi Board to Wireless Router 96 A 2 Establishing Communication w KitchenTrac Cloud Server 97 A 3 WiFi Components 98 GBF 50 Fryer ...

Page 6: ...l immediately precede precautionary measures pertaining to avoiding such hazards or practices Adhere to all information following these symbols to avoid possible injury or even death Failure to do so may also void the factory warranty Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in serious personal injury even death Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which ...

Page 7: ...can result in property equipment damage serious injury or death and will potentially void the factory warranty DO NOT use or store flammable liquids or materials that produce flammable vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance DO NOT for any reason or ALLOW OTHERS to stand or step onto the top of the appliance Cooking oil in fryers is EXTREMELY HOT in excess of 330 F 166 C Bodily conta...

Page 8: ... in the locked position DO NOT operate appliance if not secured Some jurisdictions may require special anchoring for this type appliance check local code Allow the appliance to cool for at least 15 20 minutes before cleaning or servicing This appliance is for professional use only and is to be operated by qualified personnel It is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced phy...

Page 9: ...or other corrosive chemicals DO NOT use abrasive products steel wool or scouring pads DO NOT use oven cleaners DO NOT alter add attachments or otherwise modify this equipment Failure to comply with CAUTION notices may result in damage to equipment or property and void the factory warranty NOTE Installation maintenance and repairs of this appliance should be performed only by qualified professional...

Page 10: ...x Safety GBF 50 Fryer ...

Page 11: ...and maintenance the appliance should provide years of trouble free service To help protect your equipment investment we recommend that you take a few moments to become familiar with the recommended procedures in this Manual that pertain to installation operation cleaning and maintenance of the appliance Adherence to these procedures will help minimize potential for costly downtime and future repai...

Page 12: ... 04 1 Overall Dimensions Single Banked Units INCHES mm FRONT TOP SIDE SINGLE UNIT BANKED UNITS Add approx 5 127 mm to width when equipped w On board Fresh Oil Supply option Add approx 5 127 mm to width when equipped w On board Fresh Oil Supply option ...

Page 13: ...3 1 4 336 6 6 1 2 165 1 6 152 4 423 6 cu in 6 942 8 cc 1 04 4 Vat Size Capacity INCHES mm Length Inside Width Inside Height Top of Element to FULL Level Cooking Oil Capacity Bottom of vat to FULL Level Product Capacity per Basket Lbs kg Gal l Fries Chicken 16 25 412 8 13 90 353 1 4 97 126 2 50 22 7 7 1 26 9 2 5 lbs 1 13 kg 6 0 lbs 2 72 kg 8 way cut bone in ...

Page 14: ...gth Width Height GBF 50 1 385 lbs 174 6 kg 46 1 17 m 35 88 m 60 1 52 m 55 9 cu ft 1 58 cu m GBF 50 2 565 lbs 256 3 kg 50 1 27 m 43 1 09 m 61 1 55 m 75 9 cu ft 2 15 cu m GBF 50 3 768 lbs 348 4 kg 50 1 27 m 55 1 40 m 61 1 55 m 97 1 cu ft 2 75 cu m NOTE Weights can vary depending equipped fryer options ...

Page 15: ...al kitchen equipment specialists a licensed electrician and or a qualified HVAC contractor to manage the specific details of the installation Please call Giles Technical Support 800 554 4537 if assistance is required 1 Appliance and surrounding area must be free and clear of combustible materials Maintain 3 7 6 cm clearance 2 Provide adequate space to allow access for future servicing and proper o...

Page 16: ... have been made in writing Installation 6 GBF 50 Fryer 2 03 Electrical Requirements IMPORTANT If crated unit showed evidence of damage or mishandling immediately inspect the unit and all accessory items and notify the freight carrier of any damages Generally it is the purchaser s responsibility to file and negotiate claims for freight damage Fryers must be properly grounded in accordance with loca...

Page 17: ... enough conduit length so that appliance may be easily moved for cleaning and servicing 4 See Figure 2 05 1 Open cabinet door and remove Service Box Cover 5 Connect ground wire between the copper ground lug and a proper earth ground 6 Pull appropriately sized wires from the panel or disconnect switch through to the service entrance box 7 See Figure 2 05 1 Connect power supply wires to the distribu...

Page 18: ...ant with code requirements 2 05 1 Electrical Connections Diagram Flexible Conduit Service Box Connect flex conduit from incoming supply power here Ground Lug Distribution Block connect supply power to this side GBF Series Fryers Installation 8 Main Breaker Box Disconnect Switch Box Recommended NOTE Guidelines and codes for ventilation system requirements differ from locale to locale Always consult...

Page 19: ...blockage clog or excessive back pressure Use of quick connect disconnect couplings is recommended to facilitate moving the appliance for cleaning and service activities IMPORTANT All materials pipe fittings electrical etc and labor necessary for connecting fryer to Bulk Oil System is provided by the customer and not included with the purchase of these options 2 07 Optional Factory Installed Featur...

Page 20: ...ll or structure Restraint Cable Quick release Latch Eye Bolt Customer provided Every effort is made to ensure that new GILES fryers are in perfect operating condition when received each one has passed rigorous quality control testing prior to shipment To ensure that it has been properly installed and will operate as expected when placed into service we recommend that after installation is complete...

Page 21: ...ervice at 800 554 4537 for assistance 2 09 Finalizing Installation continued Valve is only inside cabinet with the Filter Pan 2 09 1 Power Test 1 Confirm that circuit breakers supplying power to unit are ON If a disconnect switch is installed between electrical panel and fryer be sure that it is in the ON position 2 Place Power Switch in ON position Green Power Light turns on and the computer cont...

Page 22: ...l amber HEAT light should NOT be ON 5 Place Heat Switch in the HEAT position The HEAT light should now turn ON Leave switch ON for NO MORE THAN 15 to 20 SECONDS then return to OFF position 6 The moisture on elements should dry quickly and heat should be felt rising from the vat DO NOT TOUCH HEATING ELEMENTS 9 If heating elements do not dry rapidly 15 20 secs or heat is not detected refer to Sectio...

Page 23: ...in the FILL POT position horizontal 3 Firmly press the palm of the hand over the Filter Pan Coupling on the front brace 4 While tightly covering the opening place the Pump Switch in the PUMP position The filter pump should start if suction is felt it is operating correctly Return switch to OFF Allow pump to ONLY run long enough to check for suction This test confirms that the filter system pump is...

Page 24: ...se cleaners that are abrasive or contain caustic chemicals 2 09 5 Clean Filter Pan Accessories Appliance 2 09 6 Optional KITCHENTRAC Remote Equipment Monitoring If your new equipment is factory equipped with optional Giles KITCHENTRAC remote monitoring the account must first be created before the feature will be active A one time activation fee per business establishment and a monthly subscription...

Page 25: ...f overview of appliance components operation and included accessories Please review completely before preparing the equipment for use Auto Basket Lifts Optional Baskets 6 1 2 Std 3 Overview Computer Controller Lower Cabinet Filtration System Banked System ...

Page 26: ...16 Overview GBF 50 Fryer 3 01 Baskets Optional Auto Basket Lifts 2 Hidden 1 4 3 ...

Page 27: ... or into the cook vat 2 Auto Basket Lift 2 Optional Automatically lowers and lifts basket at beginning and end of cook cycles Basket hanger rack on back header is standard 3 Basket Support Screen Provides support surface for baskets in vat when basket lifts are not installed or used Serves as a crumb screen to prevent excessive cooking residue from falling into vat and accumulating around the heat...

Page 28: ...18 Overview GBF 50 Fryer 3 02 Control Panel 1 2 3 5 3 1 3 2 6 7 9 8 Switch position is plugged if not used 10 ...

Page 29: ...e energized Cycles ON OFF during normal operation as temperature is maintained 7 HI LIMIT Light Red Indicates oil has overheated and tripped the high temperature limit safety thermostat Typically when light is ON there is temp control malfunction DISCONTINUE COOKING and CALL FOR SERVICE or see Section 7 Troubleshooting DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONTINUE COOKING UNTIL CAUSE OF THE CONDITION IS DETERMINED 8...

Page 30: ...20 Overview GBF 50 Fryer 3 03 Lower Cabinet Area Single Fryer Main Banked Fryer Unit 5 7 2 4 1 3 Add on units of banked system contain only Drain Valve and Oil Return Valve 6 ...

Page 31: ...ertical to direct pump output to the waste oil Discharge Hose hose must be connected Keep in CLOSE position unless discharging waste oil with hose 3 Oil Return Valve Handle Place in FILL POT position horizontal to allow oil to be directed into cook vat from a filter pan b optional saddle tank or c optional bulk oil supply Keep valve in CLOSE when not filling or topping off vat 4 Oil Discharge Hose...

Page 32: ...22 Overview GBF 50 Fryer 3 04 Filter Pan Assembly Hold down Frame locking levers in Pan bottom 5 2 4 1 3 6 ...

Page 33: ...p protect filter pump and plumbing from unintended large debris THIS SUPPORT SCREEN IS NOT A FILTER FILTER MEDIA MUST BE USED At a minimum it is recommended that oil be filtered after every 4th load cooked in a vat 5 Filter Pan Hose Fitting Connects pan assembly to the fryer filtration system Hose must be disconnected before pan can be removed 6 Filter Pan Cover Lays atop pan Helps contain splash ...

Page 34: ...n the fry vat drain tube and other parts L Shaped Brush P N 93609 Use to clean between around and beneath heating elements Heat resistant Cleaning Brush P N 71100 Multi purpose utility brush use to clean vat surfaces and heating elements Crumb Shovel P N 30059 Use to remove sediment from the surface of filter media after filtering cycles ...

Page 35: ...n fry vat Basket 13 1 4 x 6 1 2 x 6 P N 41040 Contains product for cooking Vat accommodates 2 Baskets Basket Support Fry Screen P N 41041 1 per vat Supports baskets while cooking and prevents excessive crumbs or residue from accumulating around heating elements Micro Mesh Filter Screen P N 41078 Reusable stainless steel filter screen for use as an alternative to filter paper in the filter pan to c...

Page 36: ...ste cooking oil Note For use with filtered warm oil only no crumbs or debris Filter Paper P N 65871 Paper filter media for use in the filter pan to clean cooking oil as it is circulates during filter cycles Use instead of the standard reusable steel mesh filter screen Filter Powder P N 72004 Filtering aid used during the oil filtration process Helps recondition cooking oil by removing soluble impu...

Page 37: ...ryer Boil Out Case of 4 Jars P N 72003 Fryer Boil Out 8 lb Jar P N 72003 1 Add to water in the fry vat to make up boil out solution Heat to 200 F for 30 mins to clean degrease the cook vat Fry Pot Cover P N 93362 Purchased separately Covers cook vat during inactive periods to protect against contamination ...

Page 38: ...28 Overview GBF 50 Fryer Notes ...

Page 39: ... ALLOW OTHERS to stand or step onto the top of the appliance Cooking oil in fryers is EXTREMELY HOT excess of 330 F 166 C Bodily contact will cause extremely serious injury Lids and covers sometimes used to cover fryer vats are not designed to and WILL NOT support the weight of a person Failure to comply with WARNING notices could result in serious injury even death damage to equipment and or prop...

Page 40: ...Used for entering cook setting values and to edit various information and presets The 2 4 6 8 keys are used as ARROW KEYS for operating basket lifts if installed selecting timers navigating lists and moving a cursor 2 8 UP DOWN 4 6 LEFT RIGHT These keys will illuminate when active as directional arrows START Function key used to start cook cycles select items save settings etc CLEAR Function key u...

Page 41: ...hen fryer is in READY state pressing key twice 2x displays real time actual oil temperature on the Lower Display for approximately 20 secs NOTE During PREHEAT mode real time actual temperature is always displayed While still in PREHEAT mode press key to start the BOIL OUT program Temp setpoint and time will change to the BOIL TEMP and BOIL OUT TIME settings specified in User Settings Section 4 01 ...

Page 42: ...tent temperature throughout the total volume of oil leading to better cooking performance Upon reaching setpoint a second time alarm sounds again and upper display shows ALARM SETPOINT REACHED Press the ALARM key to place fryer into READY state READY STATE Fryer is ready for cooking The lower display changes to show current controller temp setpoint and the last used fryer cook settings are shown o...

Page 43: ...to help guide you If actual oil temperature is lower than the entered setpoint controller immediately enters PREHEAT mode small red HEAT indicator on controller turns ON However the heating elements will NOT actually turn ON until the HEAT Switch on control panel is placed in the HEAT position At that time amber HEAT indicator light on the panel will turn ON and oil begins heating If oil temperatu...

Page 44: ...s you first enter a password You may still choose a cooking preset from the programmed selections see Section 4 01 5 Press the START key Use keypad to select which basket to set 4 Left 5 Both 6 Right As needed you can repeat this process to set a different time for the other basket NOTE Menu presets include item names which are displayed on the upper display when selected When a cooking time is ma...

Page 45: ...bal STIR ALARM setting in User Settings for this menu item Factory default NORMAL global setting controls the Stir Alarm feature FISH FILTER To help prevent flavor transfer particularly for seafood certain you may want the oil filtered after cooking only one 1 batch of an item This setting overrides the global FORCE FILTER setting specified in User Settings Factory default OFF global setting contr...

Page 46: ...ashing cursor appears at 1st letter of current entry Use up down arrow keys 2 8 to scroll alphabet character at cursor changes stop on desired letter Press right arrow key 6 to move cursor to next character repeat this until name is spelled When finished editing press START to Save OR press CLEAR to Cancel and Exit without saving Method 2 Select a NAME from catalog of programmed names Select the N...

Page 47: ...er Settings Section 4 01 8 you may decided that a particular item does or does not need to be stirred during the cook cycle STIR OVERRIDE overrides the global setting for the specific menu item Available settings NORMAL SKIP FORCE NORMAL stir alarm is controlled normally by the global setting SKIP regardless of the global setting controller DOES NOT issue the alarm when cooking this menu item FORC...

Page 48: ... FILTER SNOOZE is set ON in User Settings Section 4 01 8 two 2 batches may be cooked before filtering is forced or prompt is displayed When FISH FILTER is set ON it is in effect regardless of whether FORCE FILTER setting is ON or OFF if OFF only a prompt message will be displayed if ON the fryer will be locked out of continuing operation until a filter cycle is completed To edit FISH FILTER settin...

Page 49: ...oking cycle must be started as explained in Section 4 01 6 Press START key to select this menu setting Use keypad to select side 4 Left 5 Both 6 Right A Direct Entry Method desired Menu is known Press the MENU key once OR Skip and directly enter the desired Menu No Press the MENU key two times 2x Use numeric keypad 2 8 up down to scroll through list to a the desired menu item Press the START key t...

Page 50: ...on 4 01 5 2 After selecting a second menu item preset or entering different time press the START key once again and when prompted there is now only one selection press the appropriate arrow key 4 or 6 to start the second timer Lower display and timer indicator will change to show the second timer When both timers are running pressing the TIME key 2 times will toggle lower display between timers x ...

Page 51: ...ect side 4 Left 5 Both 6 Right Selected lift s will operate as specified 4 01 7 2 COOL Mode To exit COOL press the CLEAR key then press 4 to exit OR Press CLEAR again to continue with COOL mode When exited temperature setpoint returns to the previous active value and fryer enters PREHEAT until temperature is reached A STIR OIL alarm is issued when setpoint is reached as described in Section 4 01 2...

Page 52: ... is OFF AUTOCOOL TIME 30 setting can be edited in a range of 1 to 510 mins IMPORTANT After BOIL OUT MODE is completed the controller automatically resets the temperature setpoint to 50 F It must be reset to a proper cooking temperature before the fryer will heat cooking oil for normal operation Fryer must be properly drained rinsed and prepared for cooking after a Boil Out cycle See Section 6 Clea...

Page 53: ...amount of time 5 to 120 seconds 10 COOL TEMP Temperature setting for COOL mode 200 F to 350 F 275 F BOIL TEMP Temperature setting for the BOIL OUT cycle 185 F to 208 F 200 F FILTER RESET A temperature that resets fryer to exit FILTER MODE 200 F to 325 F 290 F BOIL OUT TIME Time in minutes for the BOIL OUT cleaning cycle 1 to 45 minutes 30 STIR ALARM ENABLE If ON sounds the STIR ALARM at specified ...

Page 54: ...RE PRESS START TO PREHEAT is shown on the upper display This a is normal safety interlock feature to prevent unattended re energizing of fryer after a power interruption Press START key to silence alarm and start PREHEAT Cook settings shown on the upper display are the last used Controller will indicate that fryer is heating but until the Heat Switch is placed in the HEAT position heating elements...

Page 55: ...Add Level sensor located at vat ADD mark Fryer without this sensor must have the ELMT ADD DIFF ENABLE setting OFF in Factory Settings Sensor cannot be bypassed Service required ER19 MAX ELEMENT TEMP Error The maximum heating element temperature has been exceeded This is a safety device NEVER bypass this Probe ER25 GUARD BAND EXCEEDED Actual oil temperature deviates from setpoint by the Guard Band ...

Page 56: ...LEVEL ENSURE VAT IS FULL PRESS START This alarm alerts user to confirm that oil level is at the FULL level if it is press START key to enter PREHEAT MAX ELEMENT TEMP Error Code 19 The heating element has exceeded a maximum allowed temperature The alarm sounds lower display shows Er19 and upper display shows ERROR ALARM MAX ELEMENT TEMPERATURE Heating elements are automatically turned OFF Elements ...

Page 57: ...ss drain valve is fully closed and the valve interlock is engaged 4 Fill cook vat with your preferred fresh liquid frying shortening Fill ONLY to the ADD level mark allowing for expansion as oil heats DO NOT use solid shortening 1 7 6 3 Continued on Next Page NOTE After power up if the DRAIN OPEN alarm sounds and error message shows on upper display check drain valve handle Closing fully should re...

Page 58: ...system ONLY unit being filled valves of all other units must be in CLOSE position B Press hold ADD OIL pushbutton on control panel only one panel of a banked system has the switch The system s internal pump starts and fresh oil flow from bulk fresh supply will start Switch must be held to continue pump operation hold switch and observe oil filling the vat release pushbutton to stop oil flow when l...

Page 59: ...cooking 4 02 2 Loading Product for Cooking 1 Place crumb support screen s into vat s handles to the side Screen will rest on brackets affixed to the vat sides 2 The standard GBF 50 fryer is equipped with a basket hanging rack along the back cabinet header hang empty baskets there Optional Auto basket Lifts If the basket lift option is installed on your fryer place the cooking baskets onto the bask...

Page 60: ... for Cooking If you are cooking different items at the same time each basket may be set for a different time or preset required cooking temperature must be the same for each item NOTE If the user setting COOK ON MENU SELECT is set ON the cook cycle will begin as soon as the selected menu preset is assigned to a basket side without requiring additional keystrokes 3A Standard Fryer w Basket Hanging ...

Page 61: ...ay item name cook time for each side cook temp setpoint READY indication 2A Standard Fryer w Basket Hanging Rack 2B Fryer w Optional Basket Lifts 7 STIR ALARM Step 4 applies only if these user settings are set as shown see Section 4 01 8 STIR ALARM ENABLE ON STIR OVERRIDE NORMAL for the particular menu preset in use OR STIR ALARM ENABLE OFF STIR OVERRIDE FORCE for the particular menu preset in use...

Page 62: ...bed levels before consumption In accordance with your specific standard operating procedures the internal temperature of cooked products should be checked for doneness after the cooking process is completed It is best to check internal temperature with an instant read probe type thermometer Should temp be lower than required additional cooking time is needed The fryer controller has a feature that...

Page 63: ...o dry completely 2 Place the tank onto the hanger bracket attached to the fryer cabinet and connect the flexible hose Fill tank with your preferred fresh cooking oil fill only to about 1 below top lip Place top cover onto tank 3 Check oil level in vat after every 2 or 3 loads cooked If level is at or below the ADD mark open cabinet door unit to fill and place the OIL RETURN VALVE handle in the FIL...

Page 64: ...o be cooked after FILTER COUNT has been reached after the additional cook cycle fryer enters FILTER MODE and is disabled OFF No additional cook cycle is allowed In addition to global FORCE FILTER each Menu Item Preset has a FISH FILTER setting available If the parameter is turned ON it overrides the global setting and fryer enters FILTER MODE after cooking only 1 batch of that particular Menu Item...

Page 65: ...ng hose from connector Remove Filter Pan from unit 5 Remove cover from pan and verify that filter media is in place Standard media is a reusable stainless mesh screen optional one 1 sheet of disposable filter paper Check to be sure that the Hold down Frame is in place and properly locked Any residue from previous filter cycles should be removed 6 Evenly distribute approximately 5 ozs of a suitable...

Page 66: ...round bristle Drain Brush to break up crumbs or residue that may be clogging the vat drain While draining be sure filter pan cover remains in place to help contain oil splash splatter 7 6 9 On the fryer unit being filtered set the Oil Return Valve Handle to the FILL POT position horizontal On banked systems Oil Return Valves of all other units MUST be in the CLOSE position vertical 10 When oil has...

Page 67: ...er media scoop filter sediment off of the media and dispose It is not essential that filter media be refreshed after each filter cycle IMPORTANT At a minimum filter pan should be thoroughly cleaned and media refreshed DAILY see Section 5 03 Cleaning Filter Pan 16 Re install filter pan with pan cover under unit 17 To continue cooking see Section 4 02 Cooking Procedure To discontinue cooking see Sec...

Page 68: ...log and be damaged Oil should be at a minimum of 200 F 93 C before pumping The following sections explain procedures for removing and disposing of waste cooking oil from the fryer Depending on filtering practices types and quantities of foods regularly cooked oil should be changed every 7 to 10 days to maintain fryer performance and food quality Used oil must also be removed before performing a Bo...

Page 69: ...Valve handle to the CLOSE position When performing the next steps be sure to wear thermal protection gloves or oven mitts Some parts of the hose assembly can become very hot 10 Remove the discharge hose from the coupling push in on the slip ring while pulling hose fitting out of coupling Drain waste oil remaining in the hose into the waste oil container 11 Allow filter pan to sufficiently cool the...

Page 70: ...posing the heating elements Although fryer has safety interlocks which disable heating elements anytime drain valve is opened always place Heat Switch in the OFF position prior to draining as a further safeguard NEVER USE THE DRAIN VALVE AS AN ON OFF HEAT SWITCH For muti well banked units DO NOT drain more than one 1 vat at a time into the filter pan The pan has capacity to hold oil from ONLY one ...

Page 71: ...e at a minimum use absorbent paper wipes to clean as much waste oil residue as possible from the vat heating elements Clean the filter pan and refill pot with fresh oil Restart fryer as described in Section 4 02 Cooking Procedures To perform a Boil Out on the unit see Section 5 01 Boil Out Procedure To shut down unit see Section 4 06 Normal Shut Down Completing the Oil Removal Disposal Process 4 0...

Page 72: ...62 Fryer Operation GBF 50 Fryer ...

Page 73: ...ilable from most restaurant supply providers The boil out does not require a rolling boil However as a best practice DO NOT leave fryer unattended during this procedure Closely monitor as a safeguard against an accidental overflow overflow can result in serious equipment damage Always don personal protective equipment gloves oven mitts face shield latex apron etc while performing the boil out proc...

Page 74: ...ess the ALARM key and place both Heat Switch and Power Switch in OFF position 9 Disconnect and remove Filter Pan from fryer 3 4 5 6 To exit BOIL OUT MODE before completion press CLEAR 4 NOTE As a safeguard when the boil out cycle ends the controller temperature setpoint automatically changes to 50 F Before cooking activities can resume a proper cooking temperature setpoint must be entered in the c...

Page 75: ...mperature Probes PURGING 13 Set Oil Return Valve of fryer being cleaned to the FILL POT position and Pump Diverter Valve to the OIL RETURN position located in unit with filter pan on banked system 14 Leave the Drain Valve Handle in the OPEN position 15 Place Pump Switch in PUMP position located on unit with filter pan on banked system and allow the pump to run for 1 2 minutes During this time some...

Page 76: ...down frame Rinse thoroughly and dry completely Flush out filter sediment that may have fallen through the perforated screen and be certain to drain all residual water from filter pan hoses 6 Wear thermal protection to protect hands from potentially hot parts 5 02 Cleaning the Filter Pan Refreshing Filter Media 3 4 1 IMPORTANT The perforated Support Screen in the filter pan bottom is NOT a filter S...

Page 77: ...clean hot water and a stiff bristle brush DO NOT use soaps or cleaners Shake off excess water and blot dry with clean paper wipes Ideally screen should be allowed to dry overnight before using Filter Paper remove soiled paper media and discard Replace with one 1 fresh sheet of properly sized filter paper Available through Giles dealers distributors P N 65871 Stainless Steel Filter Screen With prop...

Page 78: ...of energized electrical circuits 6 01 Temperature Control System Problem Probable Cause Repair Procedure FRYER WILL NOT TURN ON No power light A Not connected to power source B Faulty fuse circuit breaker C Fuse holder damaged D Faulty power switch E Improper supply voltage A Connect to power source B Check fuse or breaker C Replace fuse holder D Replace switch E Confirm power source is correct FR...

Page 79: ...upply voltage B Variable probe touching element C Faulty controller A Confirm proper supply voltage B Reposition variable probe C Replace controller OIL TEMPERATURE ERRATIC A Faulty variable probe B Contactor beginning to fail C Faulty controller D Loose wiring A Replace probe B Replace contactor C Replace Controller or Digital Thermostat D Inspect repair wiring OIL SMOKING A Old cooking oil used ...

Page 80: ...ir Procedure OIL NOT RETURNING TO FRY VAT A Pump switch not in PUMP position A Properly set pump switch B Air leaking hoses fittings filter pan etc B Inspect repair source of air leak C Faulty pump motor C Replace pump motor D Oil pump clogged jammed D Remve cover clear obstruction E Diverter valve not set to OIL RETURN position E Place valve handle in proper position F Oil Return valve set in CLO...

Page 81: ...B Faulty controller C Lift limit switch is out of adjustment D Faulty lift limit switch E Basket lifts are disabled F Faulty lift motor G Cooking oil not yet at cooking temp A Set power switch to ON position B Test replace controller C Adjust switches D Test replace switch E Place panel LIFT switch to LIFT position F Replace motor G Lifts are disabled by controller until oil is ready for cooking ...

Page 82: ...72 Troubleshooting GBF 50 Fryer ...

Page 83: ...ing this information as a quick and easy reference 7 Parts List 7 01 Parts Ordering Service Information IN THE UNITED STATES CANADA call 800 554 4537 ALL OTHERS call 334 272 1457 Normal business hours are 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Central Time calls received are handled by an automated system Please follow the recorded instructions Website www gfse com or e mail services gfse com Giles is an equipment ma...

Page 84: ...Single Unit or Main Unit of Banked System 1 8 Not Shown Optional fresh oil supply options installed plugged if not used Switch location is plugged on units without basket lift and or units not containing the Pump 7 8 8 3 4 5 6 2 OR 3 9 OR 3 9 10 11 ...

Page 85: ... GBF 8 20307 3 or 6 RETAINING CLIP INDICATOR LIGHT 9 20621 0 1or2 HOLE PLUG SWITCH CUT OUT Unit without switches installed 10 21555 1 SWITCH PUSHBUTTON MOMENTARY 10A Optional fresh oil supply 11 21556 1 HOLE PLUG P BUTTON SWITCH Unit without switch installed ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION 7 02 Control Panel Single Unit or Main Unit of Banked System Not Shown Optional fresh oil supply options install...

Page 86: ...Single Unit or Main Unit of Banked Fryer System 10 11 2 5 1 3 8 9 7 6 12 Not shown Optional present only on unit with bulk waste oil option installed Only partially shown 4 Behind Panel Standard 1 2 13 14 15 16 17 Behind Panel Bulk Oil Opt 18 19 16 ...

Page 87: ...11 92627 1 COMPLETE FILTER PAN ASSEMBLY w COVER 12 41900 1 QUICK DISCONNECT FITTING FEMALE FILTER PAN CONNECTION 13 41699 1 QUICK DISCONNECT FITTING FEMALE DISCHARGE HOSE 14 65673 1 LABEL FRONT BRACE SINGLE MAIN UNIT 15 99014 1 HANDLE WASTE VALVE WELD ASSY Optional waste oil plumbing 16 40909 1 or 2 HOSE CORRUGATED SS 1 2 NPT X 15 17 40889 5 ADAPTOR 1 2 COMPRESS TO 1 2 NPT 18 40296 1 TEE 1 2 NPT B...

Page 88: ...78 Parts List GBF 50 Fryer 7 04 Lower Cabinet Add on Unit of Banked Systems 7 Not shown Only partially shown 8 Rear View 2 5 1 6 4 1 3 ...

Page 89: ...78 1 LABEL SERVICE ENTRANCE COVER TOP HALF 5 21164 1 TERMINAL BLOCK POWER DISTRIBUTION 6 21051 1 GROUND LUG 7 92766 1 COVER ELECTRICAL SERVICE ENTRANCE if replaced will require item 4 new warning labels 63230 1 65630 1 8 65674 1 LABEL FRONT BRACE ADD ON BANKED UNITS Not shown Only partially shown ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION 7 04 Lower Cabinet Add on Unit of Banked Systems ...

Page 90: ...80 Parts List GBF 50 Fryer 7 05 Control Box Front behind Control Panel 2 5 1 6 4 3 7 8 10 11 ...

Page 91: ... Hz 4 21950 2 FUSE HOLDER 300V 15A 5 21900 2 FUSE 15A BUSS SC 15 6 23782 1 SONALERT 250V CONTINUOUS TONE 7 40550 1 PLASTIC BUSHING 1 1 4 8 21510 1 DISTRIBUTION BLOCK 12 POLE 12 26 AWG BLACK 9 21496 4 END BRACKET CLIP DIN RAIL PTFIX NS 35 10 94784 1 DIN RAIL 3 11 21203 1 RELAY SPST NO NC 240VAC ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION 7 05 Control Box Front behind Control Panel ...

Page 92: ...82 Parts List GBF 50 Fryer 7 06 Lower Cabinet Single No Oil Options With Basket Lift Option Only 1 3 14 8 10 2 4 6 7 9 12 13 5 8 9 11 15 ...

Page 93: ... Basket Lift Option Only 6 40792 2 PLASTIC BUSHING SNAP IN 2 7 71754 1 PUMP MOTOR ASSEMBLY 1 2 HP 5 GPM 8 41106 1 DRAIN VALVE SS 1 1 2 NPT X 1 1 2 TUBE FIT also requires O Ring 40820 9 93013 1 DRAIN TUBE WELD ASSEMBLY STRAIGHT 10 42250 2 STREET ELL 1 2 90 DEG BLACK PIPE 11 41080 2 CORRUGATED HOSE SS 1 2 ID X 20 12 20614 1 STRAIN RELIEF CONNECTOR 1 2 NPT LIQUID TIGHT 13 40806 2 CASTER 5 RIGID w BRA...

Page 94: ...of several different Oil Plumbing Optional configurations on board fresh supply bulk fresh supply bulk waste handling Components will differ depending on actual configuration Contact Giles Tech Services for assistance if needed Banked units will have slightly different pump plumbing configurations Most all piping fittings are common Schedule 40 black pipe 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 2 ...

Page 95: ...Y 6 21358 1 PUMP OIL TOP OFF SHURFLO 208 240V 42250 3 STREET ELL 1 2 90 DEG BLACK PIPE 46712 1 CHECK VALVE 1 2 NPT 99005 1 BRACKET ADD OIL PUMP 7 40784 1 VALVE BALL 1 2 S S W NON STICK SEALS waste 8 99014 1 WASTE VALVE HANDLE BULK WASTE OIL OPTION 9 98412 1 FRESH OIL SADDLE TANK 10 98417 1 SADDLE TANK LID 11 43850 1 NIPPLE CLOSE 1 2 BLACK PIPE 12 41900 1 COUPLING QUICK DICONNECT FEMALE 13 44150 1 ...

Page 96: ...ipped with any mix of several different Oil Plumbing Optional configurations on board fresh supply bulk fresh supply bulk waste handling Components will differ depending on actual configuration Contact Giles Tech Services for assistance if needed Banked units will have slightly different pump plumbing configurations Most all piping fittings are common Schedule 40 1 2 NPT black pipe ...

Page 97: ... CORRUGATED SS 1 2 NPT X 15 waste oil 6 40907 1 HOSE CORRUGATED SS 1 2 NPT X 18 fresh oil 7 41080 1 CORRUGATED HOSE SS 1 2 ID X 20 8 99014 1 WASTE VALVE HANDLE BULK WASTE OIL OPTION 9 41079 1 HOSE CORRUGATED SS 1 2 ID X 8 10 20125 48 CABLE SOW A 18 3 11 21424 1 PRESSURE SWITCH 35PSI 10A 7 08 Lower Cabinet Single w Oil Options Bulk Fresh Waste ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION NOTE Other parts are commo...

Page 98: ...88 Parts List GBF 50 Fryer 2 7 09 Lower Rear Cabinet Banked Fryer System 1 1 3 4 5 Main Unit Add on 2 Bank Add on 3 Bank 6 6 6 ...

Page 99: ...9 1 HOSE CORRUGATED SS 1 2 I D x 24 3 41081 1 HOSE CORRUGATED SS 1 2 I D x 30 4 71754 1 PUMP MOTOR ASSEMBLY 1 2 HP 5 GPM 5 93013 1 DRAIN TUBE WELD ASSEMBLY STRAIGHT 6 41106 1 2 or 3 DRAIN VALVE SS 1 1 2 NPT X 1 1 2 TUBE FIT Requires O Ring 40820 ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION 7 09 Lower Rear Cabinet Banked Fryer System ...

Page 100: ...er 2 Bank Configuration ONLY Used ONLY on Banked Fryer Systems 7 10 Cabinet Underside Banked Fryer System 1 1 3 2 4 5 6 6 8 8 OR 9 Banked systems may be configured with 2 or 3 fryer units Main Unit Add on 2 Bank Add on 3 Bank ...

Page 101: ...PIPE 1 2 X 5 5 40296 1 TEE BLACK PIPE 1 2 6 41080 HOSE CORRUGATED SS 1 2 I D x 20 7 40807 REAR CASTER 5 SWIVEL NON LOCKING PLATE MOUNT 8 40700 FRONT CASTER 5 SWIVEL LOCKING PLATE MOUNT 9 40806 3 FRONT CASTER 5 RIGID LOCKING PLATE MOUNT Front ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION Qty dependent on banked configuration 2 Bank configuration ONLY Used ONLY on Banked Fryer Systems 7 10 Cabinet Underside Banked F...

Page 102: ...92 Parts List GBF 50 Fryer 7 11 Fry Vat Assembly 2 3 Top View 1 4 5 Bottom View 7 8 9 10 10 11 12 13 6 ...

Page 103: ...4 20362 1 THERMOCOUPLE J TYPE 7 1 2 UNGROUNDED ELEMENT TEMP PROBE 5 40513 2 GASKET ELEMENT FIREBAR 6 45400 4 CONNECTOR 0 190 ID 1 4 NPT SWAGELOCK 2 REQ D FOR MECH TIMER UNITS 7 41106 1 VALVE DRAIN 1 1 2 NPT X 1 1 2 TUBE SS REQUIRES O RING 40820 8 41079 1 HOSE CORRUGATED SS 1 2 ID X 8 9 40296 1 TEE 1 2 NPT BLACK PIPE 10 42250 2 ELL BLACK STREET 1 2 90 DEG 11 20439 1 THERMOCOUPLE J TYPE 3 UNGROUND A...

Page 104: ...94 Parts List GBF 50 Fryer 7 12 Filter Pan 3 1 5 4 2 9 7 10 6 8 A ...

Page 105: ...ceable part 1 92623 1 HOLD DOWN FRAME 2 65781 1 FILTER PAPER MEDIA REQUIRES 1 SHEET Supplied as case of 100 Sheets 3 41078 1 REUSABLE FILTER SCREEN 105 MICRON S S Standard w Fryer 4 40649 4 SWIVEL CASTER 2 1 5 PLATE MOUNT 5 41073 2 HOSE 1 2 NPT x 12 1 2 FLEX w SWIVEL FITTINGS Bottom Hose not seen 6 38841 4 HOLDDOWN FRAME LOCKING HANDLE 7 30040 4 4 STUD HOLDDOWN FRAME LOCKING HANDLE 8 95378 1 FILTE...

Page 106: ...96 Parts List GBF 50 Fryer Notes ...

Page 107: ...n experiencing the benefits of remote monitoring Should you encounter difficulties with this process please contact GILES Technical Services 800 554 4537 or email services gfse com for assistance Appendix A 1 Connecting WiFi Board to Wireless Router 1 2 4 5 IMPORTANT There must be a consistent open connection to the internet via a wireless WiFi router which is within range of the monitored equipme...

Page 108: ...00 554 4537 and continue as described in step 1 above 3 After pair code has been entered verify that the controller is successfully connected to the KitchenTrac server To confirm that successful communication has been established enter controller diagnostics mode by pressing TIME 7 7 7 7 START then press keypad right arrow key 6 until upper controller display shows Connection Status either SERVER ...

Page 109: ...antenna when cleaning or servicing ITEM PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION 1 21606 1 2 or3 WIFI BOARD ASSY EXT ANTENNA 2 21613 1 2 or 3 ANTENNA WIFI 2 4GHz RP SMA 1 8dB 3 21614 1 2 or 3 CABLE ANTENNA RF U FL TO RP SMA 15 IN 4 21454 1 2 or 3 CABLE CONNECTOR RJ45 PLUG TO PLUG 6 FT connects board to controller 1 2 3 4 Not shown connects board to controller NOTE Banked systems have components in each unit ...

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Page 111: ... Gunter Park Drive West Montgomery Al 36121 0247 USA Phone 334 272 1457 Toll Free 800 554 4537 USA Canada Only Fax 334 239 4117 www gfse com E mail services gfse com Form No 65686 Rel Date Apr 2011 Rev Date Mar 2021 Rev I ...

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