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include a quick disconnect device that complies with
the Standard for Quick Disconnect Devices for use
with Gas Fuel, ANSI Z21.41-1989. When installing
a quick disconnect you must also install a means of
limiting the movement of the fryer. This device will
prevent the gas line or quick disconnect from being
strained.
Fuel Supply Line Leak and Pressure Testing:
The fuel supply system must be tested before the
machine can be used. If the fuel line is going to be
tested at a pressure greater than (
>
)
1
/
2
PSI (3.45 kPa),
make
sure that the unit is disconnected from the fuel line.
If the fuel line is going to be tested at a pressure
equal to or less than (
≤
)
1
/
2
PSI (3.45 kPa), the ma-
chine can be connected to the supply but the gas valve
must be shut.
Clearances:
WARNING:
Area must be kept clear of all combustible
materials.
Minimum clearance of 6" (15cm) must be maintained
from combustible construction on each side and the
rear of the equipment. This equipment may be in-
stalled on combustible floors.
Maintain a minimum of 24" (61cm) clearance in front
of the fryer to provide for proper operation, mainte-
nance and servicing.
NOTE: Do not block the area around the bottom or
underneath the fryer. The air required to support the
gas combustion is drawn from the underneath and
sides of the fryer.
A wiring diagram is located in the back of this manual
and inside the fryers.
The control (interlock) voltage for this equipment
must be 120 VAC (US & Canada). For other coun-
tries please check the rating plate.
Regular cleaning of this equipment, as well as the
hood, is an important part of proper maintenance.
Refer to Maintenance Requirement Cards for proper
procedure and frequency.
Leveling the fryers:
Leveling the fryers will help ensure proper opera-
tion. To level the fryers loosen the two set screws on
the caster stem. Rotate the collar of the caster to raise
or lower the height of the unit. Tighten the set screws
to lock adjustment.
Filling the fryer with oil:
CAUTION:
Never operate this equipment empty. Always make
sure there is the correct amount of shortening or in
the case of cleaning, water in the tank before turn-
ing the unit ON.
It is very important to make sure the oil level is cor-
rect before attempting to heat shortening in your
Pitco fryer.
Liquid shortening can be poured directly into the fry
tank until the correct level has been reached. This is
indicated by a line on the right or left hand sides of
the inside of the fry tank. "C" is the level for Cold
shortening and "H" is the level for Hot shortening.
For solid shortening, the shortening must be cut into
small blocks about 1" (2.54 Cm) in size. These small
blocks must be placed under and around the heating
elements.
Clean the fry tanks using the Boil Out procedure on
Maintenance Card Number 14A
Retain this manual for future reference.
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