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TURNING THE FRYER ON

To turn the fryer on, set the thermostat knob to the desired
temperature.  After the set temperature has been reached, the
gas control shuts off gas flow to the burners.  The pilot remains
lit. The burners will cycle on and off, maintaining the set
temperature.

TURNING THE FRYER OFF

1. Turn the thermostat OFF.

2. Turn the gas control valve knob to PILOT.  In this position

the pilot will remain lit.

3. To shut off all gas to the system, including the pilot, turn the

gas control valve knob to OFF.

EXTENDED SHUTDOWN

1. Turn the manual gas shutoff valve OFF.

2. Turn the thermostat knob OFF.

3. Turn the gas control valve knob to OFF.

FRYING FOODS

Heat shortening to set temperature.

Pieces of product to be fried should be about the same size to ensure the same doneness.

Drain or wipe dry raw or wet foods to minimize spatter when lowering into the hot oil.

Do not overfill baskets.

Carefully lower baskets into oil.

When frying doughnuts and fritters, turn product only once during frying.

When cooking French fries or onion rings, shake basket several times in a way that does not
spatter the shortening.

Batter-covered foods should be dropped carefully, one by one, into shortening or basket.  If you
use the basket, first dip basket into the shortening to reduce batter build-up on basket surfaces.

When frying is completed, remove baskets or product.  Hang baskets on rear basket hangers.
Remove food and season it.  Do not salt food over the shortening because salt could cause a
chemical change in the oil.

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Summary of Contents for ML-136401

Page 1: ...NT GROUP LLC WWW VULCANHART COM P O BOX 696 LOUISVILLE KY 40201 0696 TEL 502 778 2791 INSTALLATION OPERATIONMANUAL For additional information on Vulcan Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area visit our website at www vulcanhart com FORM 35638 05 05 MODEL VGF 18 ...

Page 2: ... IN THE EVENT A GAS ODOR IS DETECTED SHUT DOWN UNITS AT MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE AND CONTACT THE LOCAL GAS COMPANY OR GAS SUPPLIER FOR SERVICE FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE WARNING IMPROPER INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT ALTERATION SERVICEORMAINTENANCECAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE INJURY OR DEATH READ THE INSTALLATIO...

Page 3: ...pane agrees with the specifications on the fryer data plate which is located on the inside of the door Also be sure the fryer is built for the installation elevation The fryer must be restrained with adequate ties to prevent tipping when installed in order to avoid the splashing of hot liquid UNPACKING This fryer was carefully inspected before leaving the factory The transportation company assumes...

Page 4: ...h create air cross currents within the room INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS Your Vulcan Fryer must be installed in accordance with In the United States of America 1 State and local codes 2 National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 latest edition Copies may be obtained from The American Gas Association Inc 1515 Wilson Blvd Arlington VA 22209 3 ANSI NFPA Standard 96 Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment la...

Page 5: ...upply before disconnection Reconnect the restraint before turning the gas supply on and returning the fryer to its installation position Instructions for installing casters to the fryer are included with the casters LEVELING THE FRYER Stand Alone Installations Once gas connections have been made place a spirit level on top of the fryer Adjust the legs to ensure that the fryer is level front to bac...

Page 6: ...tors available from Vulcan Hart The pressure regulator must have a maximum regulation capacity to handle the total connected load and must have an adjustment range for manifold pressure marked on the equipment rating plate s If the manifold pressure of the connected equipment is not the same a separate regulator must be supplied for all devices operating under different manifold pressure ratings C...

Page 7: ...nd with local codes Never make flue connections directly to the fryer The fryer must be located under a hood which has an adequate connection to an exhaust duct The hood must extend 6 152 4 mm beyond fryer sides Clearance above fryer should be adequate for products of combustion to be removed efficiently An 18 457 mm minimum clearance should be maintained between the flue vent and the filters of t...

Page 8: ...M THE TANK Tank warranty may be voided by improper operation Turn gas valve off when draining or filling FILL FRY TANK WITH LIQUID SHORTENING CAUTION Before turning the burners on the fry tank must be filled with liquid shortening If this is not done the tank walls can be damaged Warpage can cause leaks Use only liquid shortening Fill fry tank to the oil level line on the back wall Fig 2 DO NOT me...

Page 9: ...t shortening to set temperature Pieces of product to be fried should be about the same size to ensure the same doneness Drain or wipe dry raw or wet foods to minimize spatter when lowering into the hot oil Do not overfill baskets Carefully lower baskets into oil When frying doughnuts and fritters turn product only once during frying When cooking French fries or onion rings shake basket several tim...

Page 10: ...east once a day or more often if conditions warrant A commercial power filter available from other manufacturers may be used Follow the manufacturer s operating instructions for draining straining and replacing shortening in the fry tank Another way to filter is to drain the shortening from the drain pipe through a filter bag or cover the receiving container with cheesecloth or other filtering mat...

Page 11: ...l cleaner following the manufacturer s instructions 3 Set the thermostat at a temperature recommended by the manufacturer of the commercial cleaner and boil the solution for 15 to 20 minutes Monitor boiling to prevent overflow 4 Drain the cleaning solution from the tank 5 Close the drain valve and refill the tank with water Add 1 cup 237 ml of vinegar to neutralize alkaline left by the cleaner Bri...

Page 12: ... TANK FLUE Annually check the flue when it is cool to be sure it is free of obstructions SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION To obtain service and parts information contact the Vulcan Hart Service Agency in your area refer to our website www vulcanhart com for a complete listing of Authorized Service and Parts depots When calling for service the following information must be available Model number seria...

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