PITCO VF SERIES INSTALLATION & OPERATIONAL MANUAL
L20-418 Rev 2 (5/16)
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Before you begin filling and adjusting
the appliance, perform the following visual checks:
After the appliance is in its permanent location, check the levelness. Any additional leveling that is
necessary can be performed as previously described.
Ensure that the sensing probe and high temperature limit bulb are in place and secure. Check the
high limit bulb mounting screws to ensure that they are tight.
Review the installation portion of this manual and ensure that all steps have been followed and
executed properly.
After your appliance has been properly installed as described in the INSTALLATION section of this manual,
it will need to be adjusted to ensure that it will perform as designed. A qualified person must perform these
adjustments.
To perform these adjustments the following tools will be needed:
Manometer
Digital Thermometer (Temperature Probe)
DC Voltmeter (capable of reading millivolts)
FILLING THE APPLIANCE
Refer to the following procedure to fill the cook tank prior to making adjustments.
1. Ensure that the drain valve is
closed
.
2. Fill the tank with WATER. Water is used for the installation adjustments because the
temperature will never exceed 212°F (100°C), thereby allowing plenty of adjustment time.
Never let the water level go below the MIN LEVEL mark stamped on the tank.
CAUTION
This appliance is not designed for cooking with water. Fill with oil/shortening only for cooking.
1) Probe
2) High Temperature Limit
WARNING
Oil/shortening must completely cover the heat tubes at all times while the appliance is ON.
