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GEF & GEF-VH Series Fryers

Overview

Not included, Optional Item

Item

Description

Function

Crumb Screen

(Optional)

Captures large crumbs and other cooking residue as the cooking oil is

being drained into Filter Pan.

Hold Down Frame

Holds and seals the filter media in the bottom of the Filter Pan.

Filter Paper

Standard paper filter media; filters fine particles of sediment from the

cooking oil during the a filter cycle. One (1) piece of paper media must

be used for proper filtering. A filter aid such as Giles Filter Powder

should also be used to recondition the oil.

Hold Down Levers (4)

Locks the Hold Down Frame in position.

Filter Pan Quick

Disconnect Hose

Connects Filter Pan to the Oil Filtration System. The hose must be

disconnected for Filter Pan removal.

Filter Pan

Contains and filters cooking oil drained from the fry pot. The Filter Pan

is removable for cleaning and renewing of filter media. A perforated

screen is permanently attached in the Pan bottom to support the filter

media, and should media become torn, screen prevents larger debris

from entering the Filter Pump.

THIS IS NOT A FILTER ... FILTER MEDIA

MUST ALWAYS BE USED!

Stainless Steel Filter

Screen

(Optional)

Renewable, stainless micro-mesh screen filter media ... direct

replacement for filter paper. Can be removed, cleaned and reused.

Features silicone edge gasket for proper seal.

Filter Pan Cover

Removable Cover helps to prevent splash and splatter when draining oil

from the Fry Pot. Can help keep inside of Cabinet cleaner.

3.3

Filter Pan Assembly

Summary of Contents for GEF-400

Page 1: ...GEF 560 VH GEF 720 VH ISO 9001 Registered Committed to Quality 2750 Gunter Park Drive West Montgomery AL 36109 USA Toll Free 800 554 4537 USA Canada Only Other 334 272 1457 Fax 334 239 4117 Website www gfse com Email services gfse com Printed in USA Form 60831 Rel Date Jun 2003 Rev Date May 2017 Rev I ...

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Page 3: ...is requested Giles will dispatch factory authorized service representatives to inspect repair recondition or replace units of its manufacture with such labor being rendered without cost to owner for twenty four 24 months from the date of installation Otherwise service including labor and transportation charges or other expenses in connection with the removal or installation of any part or parts su...

Page 4: ...ice Box Connections 10 2 5 Ventilation of Non Ventless Fryer 10 2 6 Ventless Hood Clearances VH Model 10 2 7 Ventless Hood Fire Suppress System 11 2 8 Fusible Link and Gas Cartridge Locations 11 2 9 Fire Extinguisher Nozzle and Tank Locations 12 2 10 Fire Alarm Connection 13 2 11 Changing the Door Swing 14 3 Overview 15 3 1 Control Panel 16 3 2 Lower Cabinet Area 18 3 3 Filter Pan Assembly 20 3 4 ...

Page 5: ... VH 49 5 1 10 Controller Errors Alarms 50 5 1 10 1 Resolving Controller Errors Alarms 51 5 2 Cooking Procedures 53 5 3 Filtering Cooking Oil 57 5 4 Removing Used Waste Cooking Oil from Fryer 60 5 5 Normal Shutdown 63 5 6 Emergency Shutdown 63 6 Cleaning 64 6 1 Boil Out Procedure Cleaning the Fry Pot 64 6 2 Cleaning the Filter Pan Replacing Filter Media 67 7 Ventless Hood 69 7 1 Filters 69 7 1 1 Ve...

Page 6: ...n Service 79 7 2 6 Maintenance Service Log 80 8 Troubleshooting 81 8 1 Temperature Control System 81 8 2 Oil Filtration System 84 8 3 Basket Elevator System 84 9 Parts List 85 9 1 Parts Ordering and Service Information 85 9 2 Control Panel Front Header 86 9 3 Front Lower Cabinet 88 9 4 Fry Pot 90 9 5 Rear Lower Cabinet 92 9 6 Basket Cover and Basket 94 9 7 Filter Pan 96 9 8 Front Ventless Hood GEF...

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Page 8: ...on with key words such as DANGER WARNING or CAUTION to alert Users to potential personal injury hazards and or poor operating practices These will 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 imminen...

Page 9: ... rating label on the unit to determine the proper power supply required Always consult with an electrician or other qualified service technician to ensure that circuit breakers and wiring are of sufficient rating and gauge to power this equipment A Wiring Diagram has been provided with the unit as an aid for technicians Appliance must be installed and electrically grounded in accordance with local...

Page 10: ...ring for this type appliance check local code Allow the appliance to cool for 15 20 minutes before cleaning or servicing This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given adequate instruction and or supervision concerning its use by a person responsible for their ...

Page 11: ...ers 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 Users must comply with all appropriate state and or local heath regulations regarding food service operations and cleaning and sanitization of food service equipment For Ventless Hood VH Models NEVER attempt to c...

Page 12: ...OOL MODE FORCE FILTER function password protection if needed multiple languages and enhanced safeguards against accidental cooking oil fire Automatic Basket Lift Automatically lowers product when cook cycle is started lifts cooked product from hot oil at the conclusion of the cook cycle Built in Oil Filtration System Completely self contained system helps to extend the life of cooking oil Features...

Page 13: ...2 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Introduction 1 3 Specifications 1 3 1 Overall Dimensions GEF Models 24 1 16 611 58 38 15 16 988 24 61 1 2 1561 91 MAX WITH DOOR OPEN Inches mm ...

Page 14: ...ust air diverter Requires 0 clearance to ceiling or overhead obstructions It is recommend that some adequate space be provided to allow for easy movement of the appliance if need 010 031 T 24 3 8 619 88 11 16 2252 16 64 3 8 1634 81 36 7 16 924 99 DOOR SWING 41 3 4 1060 78 0 CLEARANCE TO CEILING C 79 9 16 2021 41 Inches mm ...

Page 15: ...m Cubic inch Cu m GEF 400 400 VH 12 3 8 314 2 10 1 4 260 4 1 231 8 020 GEF 560 560 VH 14 3 4 374 7 10 1 4 260 4 1 751 5 029 GEF 720 720 VH 14 3 4 374 7 12 3 4 323 9 2 178 6 036 1 3 5 Cooking Capacity Model Cooking Oil Capacity Chicken Capacity Lbs kg Gal l Lbs kg Piece Count GEF 400 400 VH 45 21 5 8 21 9 14 6 3 40 GEF 560 560 VH 60 27 7 8 29 5 19 8 6 56 GEF 720 720 VH 75 37 9 7 36 7 24 10 8 72 ...

Page 16: ...n in the area where the appliance is installed To determine requirements for specific installation supply the HVAC contractor the following information a Hood exhausts between 510 to 680 CFM b The average temperature of the exhausted air from the Hood after four 4 hours of continuous frying is approximately 90 F 32 C 6 This appliance is to be installed used and maintained in accordance with the St...

Page 17: ... the GEF VH model is somewhat top heavy IMPORTANT If crate exhibited evidence of damage or mishandling immediately inspect the unit and all accessory items and notify the freight carrier of any damages Typically it is the purchaser s responsibility to file and negotiate freight damage claims 2 2 Unpacking The appliance must remain in an upright position during the unpacking process Exercise care w...

Page 18: ...15 15 20 Fryers must be properly grounded accordance with local code or in the absence of local code with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 Improper grounding may result in electrical shock to Users Check local electrical code to ensure that proper grounding techniques are used Always consult a certified electrician or other qualified service technician prior to installation to ensure that...

Page 19: ...30 415 50 3 15 0 21 21 21 30 GEF 560 VH 208 60 1 15 4 74 74 100 208 60 3 15 4 44 44 44 60 240 60 1 15 4 64 64 80 240 60 3 15 4 38 38 38 50 380 50 3 14 8 21 21 21 30 415 50 3 15 4 22 22 22 30 GEF 720 208 60 3 20 0 58 58 58 80 240 60 3 20 0 49 49 49 60 480 60 3 20 0 25 25 25 35 380 50 3 19 2 28 28 28 35 415 50 3 20 0 28 28 28 35 GEF 720 VH 208 60 3 20 4 58 58 58 80 240 60 3 20 4 50 50 50 60 480 60 3...

Page 20: ...y sized power wires from the circuit breaker in the main panel through the wire run inside Cabinet wall to the front Service Box 5 Connect power wires to the appropriate Terminal Blocks in the Service Entrance Box See Figure 2 4 2 6 Reinstall Service Entrance Box Cover and close the cabinet door 1 1 4 Straight or 90 Connector 1 1 4 Flexible Conduit Main Electrical Panel NOTE Electrical installatio...

Page 21: ...he area around the sides and rear of the diverter must remain free of obstruction to allow proper air flow A DETAIL A 2 4 2 Service Box Connections Terminal Blocks Service Entrance Box Power Wires from Main Breaker Panel Consult a professional ventilation or HVAC company for assistance in determining whether existing systems are sufficient to accommodate this equipment or in designing a ventilatio...

Page 22: ... system must be performed by an authorized ANSUL agent in accordance with the appliance s listing and shall include addition of suppressant chemical installing fusible links cable installing the compressed gas firing cartridge testing certifying and arming the system Some jurisdictions may require installation of an additional remotely located manual activation station Fryer WILL NOT heat until th...

Page 23: ...zzle Giles P N 46426 Tank 1 1 2 Gallon Giles P N 39272 All extinguisher system discharge nozzles have been factory installed and aligned in the proper position DO NOT MOVE OR ADJUST except on advice of a fire protection specialist NOTE Tank is not factory installed Packed in separate box must be filled and installed by Ansul technician when system is commissioned ...

Page 24: ...ng system is activated Fire Alarm Connection 1 Remove Cover on Fire Alarm Tie In Box and install appropriately sized conduit and wire to the facility s fire alarm system Allow enough length such that the appliance can be moved for access when cleaning and servicing 2 Make appropriate connections 3 Reinstall Fire Alarm Tie In Box Cover Facility Fire Alarm System Control Fire Alarm Tie in Box ...

Page 25: ...ttom hinge and save 5 Flip the top right Hinge move it to the bottom Lief Cabinet side and attach do not tighten Place the plastic Washer on the hinge pin 6 Flip the Cabinet Door and hang on the bottom left Hinge Pin 7 Flip the bottom right Hinge move it the top left Insert pin into Door then attach Hinge to Cabinet do not tighten 8 Check door swing and levelness adjust as needed and securely tigh...

Page 26: ...3 3 Basket Elevator Assembly Section 3 4 The following section is a brief overview of the components functions and accessories of Giles GEF and GEF VH Series Electric Fryers Please review this section carefully before attempting to operate the appliance GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Lower Cabinet Section 3 2 ...

Page 27: ...GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Overview 16 Ventless Hood VH Models Only 8 9 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 10 11 12 3 1 Control Panel ...

Page 28: ...h is in the ON position 7 ON LED Indicator The ON LED indicator illuminates when the Electronic Air Cleaner EAC power supply is ON This is the only LED illuminated during normal operation 8 WASH CHECK LED Indicators These LED lights illuminate when there is a problem with the EAC system and indicates it has stopped cleaning the air The collection cell is too dirty or is damaged the power supply ha...

Page 29: ...18 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Overview 3 2 Lower Cabinet Area 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Due to continuing improvements and product enhancements illustrations might differ slightly from actual unit ...

Page 30: ...re disabled if valve is not completely CLOSED 4 Quick Disconnect for Filter Pan Hose Fitting for connecting the Filter Pan Assembly to the Fryer Oil Filtration System 5 Filter Pan Assembly Contains filter media used to filter and recondition cooking oil after use 6 Filter Pan Cover Helps minimize splash when hot oil is drained from Cook Pot into the Filter Pan Safeguard against foreign material co...

Page 31: ...F GEF VH Series Fryers Overview 3 3 Filter Pan Assembly Not included Optional Item 4 6 2 5 1 3 7 8 Due to continuing improvements and product enhancements illustrations might differ slightly from actual unit ...

Page 32: ...ose Connects Filter Pan to the Oil Filtration System The hose must be disconnected for Filter Pan removal 6 Filter Pan Contains and filters cooking oil drained from the fry pot The Filter Pan is removable for cleaning and renewing of filter media A perforated screen is permanently attached in the Pan bottom to support the filter media and should media become torn screen prevents larger debris from...

Page 33: ...22 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Overview 3 4 Basket Elevator Assembly 4 2 3 Due to continuing improvements and product enhancements illustrations might differ slightly from actual unit 1 ...

Page 34: ...shing or splattering from pot 2 Basket Carrier Attaches the Fry Basket to Basket Lift shaft holds it in the proper position for lowering cooking and raising 3 Basket Contains product during cooking 4 Basket Lift Assembly Automatically lowers Basket into oil for cooking and lifts it from the Fry Pot at the end of the cooking cycle Located inside Cabinet 3 4 Basket Elevator Assembly ...

Page 35: ...24 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Overview 3 5 Ventless Hood VH Model Only 2 3 8 6 5 7 4 1 ...

Page 36: ...FF before removing the EAC Cell for cleaning 4 Baffle Filter The first stage of the air cleaning system It is easily removed for daily cleaning DO NOT remove the Baffle Filter while the fryer is operating Doing so exposes electrically charged parts and can lead to electrical shock 5 Grease Drip Cup Collects grease condensate generated by the Baffle Filter This cup should be cleaned daily or as nee...

Page 37: ...in the event of clogging Stirring Utensil P N 77775 Use for stirring hot oil and to agitate product while cooking to prevent sticking Pot Brush P N 71100 Use for cleaning Fry Pot and Heating Elements Crumb Shovel P N 30059 Use to remove sediment from the surface of the filter media in the Filter Pan after a filtering cycle 3 6 Accessories Included ...

Page 38: ... between Heating Elements and the space between the pot wall and the elements Waste Oil Discharge Hose P N 33667 Use for removing waste cooking oil from Fryer NOTE NOT to be used to wash down Fry Pot Soak Tank P N 39327 Use for daily cleaning of the EAC Filter Cell Drain for easy emptying vv 3 6 Accessories Included ...

Page 39: ... Function Filter Paper P N 60810 Paper filter media for the Filter Pan Filter Powder P N 72004 Filtering aid to help clean the cooking oil during the filtering cycle Removes soluble impurities from oil Fryer Boil Out P N 72003 Add to water when performing Fryer Boil Out cleans the Fry Pot and removes cooking reside ...

Page 40: ...ess Steel Renewable Filter Screen P N 41014 Reusable replacement for Filter Paper Durable stainless steel media can be cleaned and reused many times Provides same filtering performance as paper media Giles Oil Caddy P N 79187 Portable waste oil disposal container with capacity for 80 lbs of waste cooking oil Does not need electricity manually operated pump Note For use with filtered warm oil only ...

Page 41: ...30 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Overview Notes ...

Page 42: ...e information provided in Section 3 perform the checks described in the following sections to check and confirm the unit s functionality Perform these checks precisely as described failure to do so could lead to equipment damage or malfunction Be sure that the unit is set up as follows before proceeding with each function check 1 Ensure that the Power Switch and the Selector Switch are in the OFF ...

Page 43: ...ting elements with a wet sponge or towel such that visible moisture remains 4 Place the Power Switch in the ON position 5 Wait until Controller powers up press ALARM key to silence alarm then press the START key to enter PREHEAT A Menu Item Preset appears on the OLED Upper Display and Controller will call for HEAT 6 Place the Selector Switch in the COOK position Leave it there NO MORE THAN 10 15 S...

Page 44: ...R PUMP position The pump will start if suction is felt it is operating correctly Return switch to OFF Allow pump to run ONLY long enough to check for suction If no suction is felt or if air seems to be blowing out of the fitting refer to the troubleshooting procedures in Section 8 2 otherwise see Section 4 5 4 5 Perform Boil Out Procedure The following test confirms that the Filter Pump is operati...

Page 45: ...cing Filter Paper after Boil Out Wash accessory items Cook Baskets Basket Carriers Support Fry Screens Stirring Utensil Crumb Shovel etc in warm soapy water rinse and dry thoroughly Inspect unit for adhesive protective plastic film which may remain on the appliance Some of this film typically remains on some surfaces as added protection during shipment Remove all of such material from surfaces and...

Page 46: ...pport the weight of a person Failure to comply with WARNING notices could result in serious injury even death damage to equipment and or property and will void the factory warranty Be sure the Fryer is positioned in a stable safe location with the casters in the locked position Consult an electrician to be certain that all electrical specifications have been met and the unit is properly grounded A...

Page 47: ... settings and to edit preset Menu Item cooking parameters The 2 4 6 8 keys are also used as ARROW KEYS for operating Basket Lifts if installed selecting timer navigating lists moving cursor for editing etc 2 8 UP DOWN 4 6 LEFT RIGHT The keys will illuminate to indicate when they are active as ARROW KEYS START Function key used to start cook cycles select items save settings and exit editing etc CL...

Page 48: ...d TEMP Key Press this key to set the cooking oil temperature setpoint Pressing this key twice 2x will display ACTUAL OIL TEMPERATURE on the Lower Display for approximately 20 seconds Press this key during preheat phase to enter BOIL OUT mode Temperature setpoint and time changes to the BOIL TEMP and BOIL OUT TIME as specified in USER SETTINGS see Section 5 1 7 Access Edit User Settings Default 200...

Page 49: ...ooking performance Upon reaching setpoint the alarm sounds again and the Upper Display reads ALARM SETPOINT REACHED Pressing the ALARM key places the Fryer in READY state READY STATE Fryer is ready for cooking The current cooking temperature setpoint will be shown on the Lower Display and the last used cooking parameters preset or manual inputs are shown on the Upper Display While in PREHEAT or RE...

Page 50: ...r Switch is in COOK the amber HEAT indicator on the Control panel should turn ON oil begins to heat If oil temperature is already equal to or greater than the entered setpoint an alarm sounds and the message STIR OIL is displayed Press the ALARM key and stir If oil remains at setpoint alarm sounds again and message SETPOINT REACHED is display Press ALARM key Controller enters READY state and Fryer...

Page 51: ...em Temperature setpoint is automatically changed to this setting when the Preset is selected for use STIR OVERRIDE Users may wish to override the Controller global STIR ALARM setting in USER SETTINGS for certain menu items Factory default NORMAL use global setting FISH FILTER To prevent flavor transfer establishments cooking seafood products may wish to force an oil filtering after only one 1 batc...

Page 52: ...meric keypad 2 8 up down to scroll through letters Character at cursor position will change Stop when desired character appears then use 4 6 left right to move cursor to next character and repeat When finished editing press the START key B Edit NAME Method 2 Select NAME from Catalog of programmed names Scroll to NAME as explained on left Press 0 to open catalog Use numeric keypad 2 8 up down to sc...

Page 53: ...m ss After entering new TIME value press the START key to Save D Edit SETPOINT TEMPERATURE Scroll to and select TEMP as shown on Page 41 Use numeric keypad to enter TEMP F NOTE TEMP unit can be changed to C in USER SETTINGS see Section 5 01 7 After entering new TEMP value press the START key to Save Continued on Next Page Pressing CLEAR exits without Saving Pressing CLEAR exits without Saving ...

Page 54: ...e 41 pointing to STIR Press the START key to toggle between the available options D Edit FISH FILTER Setting To minimize potential for flavor transfer to other products Users cooking seafood items may wish to force operators to filter oil after cooking only one 1 or two 2 batches of the item regardless of the global FILTER COUNT setting Options are ON OFF ON Fryer enters FILTER Mode after completi...

Page 55: ...enu Item selected and the Selector Switch is in the COOK position cooking oil will begin heating If the Menu Preset temperature happens to be lower than actual oil temperature Controller will immediately enter READY state and cooking may begin Press the START key to select Menu Item After selecting a Preset place Selector Switch in the COOK position Selected Menu Item information is displayed on t...

Page 56: ...ft will automatically lower the Cook Basket into the cooking oil and Cooking Time will begin counting down on the Lower Display STIR ALARM Sounds an audible alarm at a specific time during the cook cycle signaling operator it is time to stir the cooking product to help promote even cooking and prevent sticking The feature must be enabled in USER SETTINGS Section 5 01 7 and the point in the cycle w...

Page 57: ...fied in USER SETTINGS see Section 5 1 7 Factory Default Setting BOIL TEMP 200 F editable in the range of 185 to 208 F BOIL OUT TIME 30 minutes editable in the range of 1 to 45 mins To exit COOL Mode press the CLEAR key then press 4 to exit COOL OR press CLEAR again to continue COOL Mode Upon exit the temperature setpoint will return to the previous active value and Fryer will enter PREHEAT mode un...

Page 58: ...ds 10 COOL TEMP Temperature of the COOL mode 200 F to 350 F 275 F BOIL TEMP Temperature of the BOIL OUT mode 185 F to 208 F 200 F FILTER RESET Temperature that allows exiting of filter mode 200 F to 325 F 290 F BOIL OUT TIME Time in minutes for BOIL OUT mode 1 to 45 minutes 30 STIR ALARM ENABLE If enabled allows the stir alarm to come on during a cook cycle ON OFF ON STIR ALARM When STIR ALARM is ...

Page 59: ...tor Switch is placed in the COOK position the heating elements will not turn ON 3 DO NOT place Selector Switch in COOK position unless pot is filled with cooking oil see Section 5 2 Cooking Procedures 2 1 4 5 1 8 PASSWORD Protection It is possible to enable PASSWORD protection for certain Controller functions and settings This feature is typically factory set as DISABLED When the PASSCODE ENABLE O...

Page 60: ...ed by the user Pressing the START key silences the alarm and allows the Fryer to enter the PREHEAT mode The settings shown on the Upper Display are the last used The Controller will indicate that the Fryer is heating but until the Selector Switch is placed in the COOK position the heating elements will not turn ON 5 The Fryer Hood fan will start up and the E A C status ON light will illuminate 6 D...

Page 61: ...blem with the Add Level Probe at vat ADD line Fryer without this Probe should have ELMT ADD DIFF ENABLE setting OFF in FACTORY SETTINGS Probe cannot be bypassed Service technician required ER19 MAX ELEMENT TEMP Error The maximum heating element temperature has been exceeded This is a safety device NEVER bypass this Probe ER21 BAFFLE FILTER MISSING Ventless Fryers VH Only Baffle Filter is missing o...

Page 62: ... sounds Lower 7 Segment Display shows Er03 and the Upper OLED Display reads ERROR ALARM CHECK OIL LEVEL ENSURE VAT IS FULL Heating Elements are disabled until the condition is corrected The temperature differential between probe located at the oil level ADD mark and a probe attached to the heating element exceeds the acceptable value indicating a low oil level Low oil level greatly increases the p...

Page 63: ...rected Install the Charcoal Filter or adjust its position error will clear when Filter is properly installed See Section 7 1 10 Charcoal Filter Installation CLOGGED FILTER Error Code 23 ONLY Applies to VH Model Ventless Fryers Alarm tone sounds Lower Display shows Er23 and the Upper Display reads ERROR ALARM CLOGGED FILTER Indicates that the internal pressure switch is not engaged due to decreased...

Page 64: ...h liquid frying shortening to the ADD mark When cooking temperature is reach expansion should bring oil level to near the FULL mark 7 Use keypad to manually set temperature and cook time see Section 5 1 3 Manually Setting a Temperature Cook Time OR select a desired Menu Item Preset see Section 5 1 4 2 Selecting a Menu Preset Controller enters PREHEAT mode current cook settings are shown on the Upp...

Page 65: ...nd alarm sounds when setpoint is reached again and message ALARM SETPOINT REACHED is displayed Press ALARM key and Controller enters READY state Temperature displayed in the Lower Display changes to the setpoint temperature Oil is now ready for cooking 12 Check the cooking oil level It should now be at or near the FULL Level mark Add more oil if needed and stir in If the HEAT light turns ON after ...

Page 66: ...or after it has been lowered into the hot cooking oil To manually lower Basket before loading press BASKET key then press 8 on keypad to lower Basket NOTE Basket Lift will not operate unless Controller indicates READY Load Basket while in UP position then press the START key Basket automatically lowers and cooking timer will start to countdown Controller must be in the READY state before the cooki...

Page 67: ...ed cook time has elapsed The Upper Display reads ALARM STIR Press the ALARM key to silence alarm Wear oven mitts or other thermal protection remove the Basket Cover and stir agitate the cooking product with the provided Stirring Utensil to separate pieces Replace the Basket Cover 18 At the end of the cooking cycle the Fry Basket with cooked product will automatically be raised from the oil An alar...

Page 68: ...minimum of 200 F 93 C before attempting to pump This section explains use of the built in Oil Filtration System for filtering and reconditioning used cooking oil The system circulates oil through filter media in the Filter Pan and back to the Fry Pot Routinely performing procedure can increase useful life of cooking oil by as much as 50 The Controller s FORCE FILTER feature in conjunction with a F...

Page 69: ...up any crumbs or debris that might be blocking the drain opening Be careful not to push brush too so far down as to puncture the filter media in the Filter Pan Doing so could allow excessive debris to enter the Filter Pump potentially clogging and damaging it 9 When the Fry Pot has completely drained into the Filter Pan place the Selector Switch in the FILTER PUMP position Leave Drain Valve open t...

Page 70: ...NT At a minimum the Filter Pan should be thoroughly cleaned and fitted with fresh filter media daily see Section 6 2 Cleaning Filter Pan Replacing Filter Media 16 Replace Cover and reinstall Filter Pan 17 To continue cooking See Section 5 2 Cooking Procedure To discontinue cooking See Section 5 5 Normal Shutdown 5 3 Filtering Cooking Oil continued 13 IMPORTANT If FORCE FILTER is ON the Fryer will ...

Page 71: ...the Fry Pot to completely drain Cooking oil must be replaced regularly to maintain proper cooking characteristics and to continue to produce high quality food items for the customer Oil must also be removed prior to performing a Boil Out Procedure This section describes the process for removing and discarding waste oil In this section a Giles Oil Caddy not included is referenced as the waste oil d...

Page 72: ...8 Turn the Oil Diverter Valve to the TO DISCHARGE HOSE position horizontal 9 if holding the Discharge Hose be sure to wear Oven Mitts or other thermal protection as it will become HOT Place the Selector Switch to the FILTER PUMP position and allow the waste oil to be pumped into the Disposal Container IMPORTANT Always attend this process to avoid the possibility of hose falling out of container wh...

Page 73: ...vertical 14 Wearing thermal protection remove the Discharge Hose from the Discharge Hose Coupling and drain any oil remaining in the hose into the Disposal Container 15 Thoroughly clean the Filter Pan and the Filter Pan Cover 16 To perform a Boil Out on the unit see Section 6 1 Boil Out Procedure To shutdown the Fryer see Section 5 5 Normal Shut Down 5 4 Removing Used Waste Cooking Oil from Fryer ...

Page 74: ...the Power Light will turn OFF 3 To completely remove power from the appliance turn OFF the circuit breaker in the main electrical panel providing power to the unit 5 6 Emergency Shut Down In case of emergency shutdown power to the unit by turning OFF the facility main circuit breakers and or comply with your organization s standard emergency procedures 2 1 3 ...

Page 75: ...aning procedures for GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Typically general cleaning should be performed daily 1 This section explains how to clean the Fry Pot using the Boil Out Procedure A Boil Out must be performed before cooking on new equipment and should be performed each time before fresh oil is added after used cooking oil is removed from Fryer and discarded IMPORTANT For proper cooking performance an...

Page 76: ... empty the catch container as needed As solution is draining use provided Brushes to scrub heating elements and pot surfaces to help remove residue 12 Rinse and flush the Fry Pot thoroughly with clean hot water Empty catch container as often as needed taking care not to allow it to overflow 7 5 Place the Power Switch in the ON position 6 Place the Selector Switch in COOK position 7 Controller will...

Page 77: ... Slowly turn the Drain Valve Handle to the CLOSE vertical position 15 Clean Filter Pan and replace Filter Media follow directions in Section 6 2 Cleaning Filter Pan Components 16 Place Cover on Filter Pan 17 Position Filter Pan under unit and connect the Quick Disconnect Hose 18 To resume cooking refer back to Section 5 2 Cooking Procedures 8 11 6 1 Boil Out Procedure continued 10 9 ...

Page 78: ...perforated screen in the Pan bottom discard soiled filter media 9 Clean Filter Pan with a mild non soap degreaser and hot water dry completely Be certain to drain all water from hoses 10 Reassemble Filter Pan placing one 1 new sheet of Filter Paper Close all locking Levers be sure they securely engage the Holddown Frame 11 Replace Cover on Filter Pan place the assembled Filter Pan under Fryer Reco...

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Page 80: ...nd edge must engage the interlock switch inside the Hood wall 7 1 Filters This section discusses each Filter in the Ventless Hood system and describes removal installation cleaning procedures and specific alarm conditions that occur if the filter system is not properly maintained Maintenance and cleaning must be performed as prescribed to keep the Hood operating at peak performance to remove greas...

Page 81: ...ter enough to clear the support channel 2 Slide Filter toward the rear of Hood 3 Drop the front edge down to clear the Front Panel 4 Remove Filter from the Hood The Baffle Filter has sharp exposed edges which may cause cuts use due caution when handling and cleaning Heavy duty rubber gloves are advised ...

Page 82: ... 2 1 1 Insert back edge of Filter into Hood to the Back Wall 2 Lift front edge up 3 Pull Filter forward until front edge rests on support inside Front Panel 4 Allow back edge to drop onto the rear Support Studs The Baffle Filter has sharp exposed edges which may cause cuts use due caution when handling and cleaning Heavy duty rubber gloves are advised ...

Page 83: ...in the unit Be sure Filter is completely dry before re installing into the Hood Never place wet or damp Baffle Filter into the hood The Baffle Filter may be washed in the dishwasher 1 Unlatch Filter Access Cover and lift off 2 Grasp EAC Filter Cell handle and pull it straight out on a slight upward angle The Baffle Filter has sharp exposed edges which may cause cuts use due caution when handling a...

Page 84: ...rty contacts missing ionizer wires faulty wiring or EAC power supply malfunction Three LED indicator lights on the Control Panel display the operational status of the Electronic Air Cleaner EAC IMPORTANT DO NOT use WASH CHECK indicators as the signal to perform routine cleaning To maintain peak performance the EAC cell must be cleaned DAILY as described in Section 7 1 8 Should NO LED indicators tu...

Page 85: ...the fill line marked on the inside of the Tank back and mix thoroughly 2 Hold the EAC Cell by the Contact Plate and carefully lower it into the degreasing solution 3 Allow the Cell to soak for about 30 minutes After that time lift it by the Contact Plate and jog up and down in the solution several times to help dislodge grease residue 4 Carefully remove Cell from the Soaking Tank and rinse thoroug...

Page 86: ... the Timer enters WARNING mode Appliance continues to operate and if the cell is cleaned exchanged within the next 24 hours the Timer automatically resets and begins a new countdown period CHANGE NOW The red indicator illuminates when the Timer enters TIMEOUT mode signaling that allowed time between cleanings has expired An audible alarm sounds and the appliance will shutdown It will remain disabl...

Page 87: ...oal Filter damage to the equipment could result Typical replacement cycle is 30 to 40 days depending on usage Replace the Charcoal Filter with Giles Part No 30248 Failure to use Giles OEM Replacement Parts and Filters may void the factory warranty 1 Unlatch Filter Access Cover and lift off 2 Grasp Charcoal Filter and pull straight out at an slight upward angle Note airflow arrow on label blue fibe...

Page 88: ...eating elements is shutdown Charcoal or Baffle Airflow restriction is present Charcoal or Baffle Filter clogged Other possible restrictions Replace Charcoal Filter about every 30 days Clean Baffle Filter Check for other airflow restrictions 7 1 4 7 1 11 ERROR ALARM CLEAN THE EAC Er24 Beeping tone alarm Power to heating elements is shutdown after 2 mins E A C Filter Cell is dirty Cell not installed...

Page 89: ... 1 10 replace the Access Cover Turn ON power A constant tone alarm should sound the Upper Display should read ERROR ALARM CHARCOAL FILTER MISSING Place the Selector Switch in the COOK position the amber Heat Light should not turn ON Return Selector Switch to OFF turn power OFF and reinstall the Charcoal Filter Section 7 1 10 4 Filter Clogged Check Place the Power Switch in the ON position and the ...

Page 90: ... tank Verify proper chemical level Clean and coat O ring with high temperature grease and reinstall See Section 2 9 Fire Extinguisher Nozzle and Tank Locations 3 Inspect and clean discharge nozzles Inspect blow off caps replace missing or damaged 4 Inspect Remote Manual Activation Station for function and wear 5 Test automatic actuation function with test link 6 Inspect and clean fusible links See...

Page 91: ... 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2...

Page 92: ...sul service company G VH Model EAC Cleaning Timer has expired red CHANGE NOW Light is ON Remove Cover clean EAC Cell or press SNOOZE button to continue operation for 2 hours FRYER WILL NOT HEAT Power Light is ON Heat Light is OFF A Selector Switch is not in the COOK position Place Selector Switch in COOK position FRYER WILL NOT HEAT Power Light is ON Selector Switch is in COOK position Heat Light ...

Page 93: ...rty or damaged Clean contacts or replace board E EAC Power Supply is faulty Replace Power Supply F EAC Shutdown Module is faulty Replace Module G EAC Cell is missing Install or reinstall EAC Cell FRYER WILL NOT HEAT Power Light is ON Selector Switch is in COOK position High Limit Light is ON A Power surge Cycle Power Switch OFF for approx 5 secs return to ON B Low oil level Check level add oil as ...

Page 94: ... Light turning ON OFF continuously A Low voltage coming to Fryer Check repair supply power B Variable temp sensor to close to heating element Correct sensor position C Controller is faulty Replace Controller OIL TEMPERATURE ERRATIC A Faulty temperature sensor Replace probe B Contactor is failing Replace Contactor C Controller is faulty Replace Controller D Loose wiring Check repair wiring OIL SMOK...

Page 95: ... PUMP LOCKED UP A Boil out solution has been run through Filter Pump Disassemble Pump head clean re oil B Oil allowed to sit in Pump too long Disassemble Pump head clean 8 3 Basket Lift System Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action BASKET LIFT DOES NOT FUNCTION A Power not ON Place Power Switch in ON position B Controller faulty Check replace Controller C Cooking cycle is running Cancel cycle or...

Page 96: ... Ordering Service Information The information can be found on the Serial Data Label located inside the Fryer cabinet or on the rear cabinet panel 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 are handled by an automated answering system Please follow the recorded prompts to reach appropriate support If nec...

Page 97: ...86 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Parts List 12 11 10 9 9 2 Control Panel Front Header Front Header 13 15 8 3 6 7 5 4 2 14 Not Shown 16 17 19 18 20 Panel Front 21 22 1 ...

Page 98: ...ITCH ROCKER ON OFF ON 250V 20A S P 10 21374 1 CONTROLLER SINGLE TIMER CC10 11 20398 1 LIGHT INDICATOR GREEN 250V 12 20399 1 LIGHT INDICATOR ORANGE 250V 13 20402 1 LIGHT INDICATOR RED 250V 14 38365 1 FUSE ASSY CONTROLLER TRANSFORMER 15 20307 3 RETAINING CLIP INDICATOR LIGHT 21 21417 1 RELAY POWER SWITCH 30A 2 5HP 240V Ventless GEF VH Fryer Item Part Number QTY Description 1 24209 1 LED AIR FILTER E...

Page 99: ...88 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Parts List 9 3 Front Lower Cabinet 7 6 2 3 5 1 10 9 4 11 8 12 13 15 Not shown 14 16 17 ...

Page 100: ...04 2 TERMINAL BLOCK GROUND 4 12 GA WIRE 7 20303 3 TERMINAL BLOCK 4 12 GA WIRE 8 38881 1 COVER SERVICE BOX 9 38880 1 SHROUD SERVICE BOX 10 38845 1 DOOR WELD ASSY GEF 400 560 720 11 38834 1 FILTER PAN ASSY GEF 400 560 720 12 93003 1 FILTER PAN COVER WELD ASSY UNIVERSAL 13 40851 1 CATCH MAGNET DOOR SNAP IN 2 3IN 14 40806 2 CASTER 5 IN RIGID W BRAKE PLT MT 15 40315 8 ROLLER BALL BEARING FILTER PAN DOC...

Page 101: ...90 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Parts List 9 4 Fry Pot 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 8 9 10 10 10 10 11 Not shown 11 11 11 ...

Page 102: ... 20439 1 THERMOCOUPLE TYPE J 3 UNGROUNDED ADD LEVEL 5 20571 1 THERMOCOUPLE TYPE J 7 1 2 UNGROUNDED ELEM TEMP 6 96481 1 ELEMENT PROBE BRACKET SINGLE 7 96475 1 ELEMENT PROBE BRACKET DOUBLE 8 38894 3 BRACKET ELEMENT W HOLE GEF 720 8 33437 3 BRACKET ELEMENT W HOLE GEF 560 400 9 38895 1 BRACKET ELEMENT LONG GEF 720 9 33355 1 BRACKET ELEMENT LONG GEF 560 400 10 38896 4 CAP ELEMENT BRACKET GEF 720 10 333...

Page 103: ...H Series Fryers Parts List 9 5 Rear Lower Cabinet 2 7 9 1 3 4 5 1 Not shown 15 12 8 6 14 13 Due to continuing equipment improvements some actual components may appear different than depicted in this Manual 5 10 11 ...

Page 104: ...INDER ASSY BASKET LIFT 4 20122 1 CAPACITOR 4mfds 370V GEF 5 23201 2 SWITCH SNAP ACTION ROLLER TYPE 6 45755 1 VALVE 3 WAY 1 2NPT NICKEL PLATED 7 20120 1 MOTOR 230V ELEVATOR GEF 8 38824 1 ELEVATOR CARRIER WELD ASSY GEF 9 71754 1 PUMP MOTOR ASSY 76923 Pump Head Only 71753 Motor Only 10 41080 1 HOSE CORRUGATED SS 1 2 ID X 20 11 40807 2 CASTER 5 IN SWIVEL W O BRAKE PLT MT 12 45876 1 VALVE 1 1 2 NPT DRA...

Page 105: ...94 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Parts List 3 1 2 9 6 Basket Cover Basket Due to continuing equipment improvements some actual components may appear different than depicted in this Manual ...

Page 106: ...1 BASKET COVER ASSY GEF560 GEF720 1 33884 1 BASKET COVER ASSY GEF400 2 38930 1 BASKET CARRIER ASSY GEF 720 2 97132 1 BASKET CARRIER ASSY GEF 560 2 39165 1 BASKET CARRIER ASSY GEF 400 3 91811 1 BASKET GEF 720 3 33703 1 BASKET GEF 560 3 33718 1 BASKET GEF 400 9 6 Basket Cover Basket ...

Page 107: ...96 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Parts List 9 7 Filter Pan Assembly Optional item not included as standard Not shown 7 4 5 6 2 1 3 11 10 12 13 9 8 14 15 ...

Page 108: ...N 6 44150 1 FITTING BRASS MALE 1 2NPT QUICK DISCONNECT 7 38830 1 HOLD DOWN FRAME WELD ASSEMBLY 8 60810 1 PAPER FILTER MEDIA 21 375 X 15 500 Sold as 100 ct Case 9 39246 1 CRUMB SCREEN FILTER PAN NOT INCLUDED Purchased Separately 10 40956 1 HOSE 1 2NPT X 11 500 underside of pan 11 38834 1 COMPLETE FILTER PAN ASSEMBLY W O CRUMB SCREEN 12 42250 1 ELL 90 DEG STREET 1 2 NPT BLACK PIPE 13 42200 1 ELL 90 ...

Page 109: ...98 GEF GEF VH Series Fryers Parts List 9 8 Front Ventless Hood GEF VH Only 4 6 Not shown 5 2 3 8 7 1 ...

Page 110: ...ESS PANEL ASSY 2 30248 1 CHARCOAL FILTER ASSY 3 20520 1 FILTER EAC 20 IN 4 42300 1 FILTER BAFFLE 20 X 20 X 2 SS 5 23200 1 SWITCH SNAP ACTION ROLLER TYPE 6 21125 1 BOARD CONTACT EAC VH UNITS 7 30206 1 DRIP CUP WELD ASSY 8 34750 1 PIN DRIP CUP SAFETY Not shown 9 8 Front Ventless Hood GEF VH Only ...

Page 111: ...s Fryers Parts List Hidden 9 9 Rear Ventless Hood GEF VH Only 3 5 1 4 7 8 10 11 12 14 13 15 6 9 2 16 17 Due to continuing equipment improvements some actual components may differ slightly from illustrations in this Manual ...

Page 112: ...10 X 10 285 DEG LINK 7 24237 1 SWITCH PLUNGER 250V 15A 8 20390 1 SWITCH VACUUM ADJUSTABLE 9 20002 1 SWITCH ANSUL SHUTDOWN ALARM 15A 120V 10 40132 1 BRACKET RELEASE ANSUL AUTOMAN 11 23776 1 MODULE AIR FILTER ALARM SHUTDOWN 12 21296 1 POWER SUPPLY EAC W DRIVER 120V 13 23751 1 TERMINAL BLOCK MA106 14 21101 1 SOCKET RELAY 8 PIN 300V 10A 15 21102 1 RELAY 240VAC DPDT 10A PLUG IN 16 21337 1 TRANSFORMER 2...

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Page 115: ...P O Box 210247 2750 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 Form No 60831 Rel Jun 2003 Rev I May 2017 ...

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