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FORM 30916 (1-95)  (Formerly F-114555 & F-114556)

VF SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS

MODEL

VF1

ML-52913

VMF1

ML-52914

VF2

ML-52915

VMF2

ML-52916

VF90

ML-52917

VFD90

ML-52532

VF1D

ML-52538

VMF1D

ML-52539

VF2D

ML-52542

VMF2D

ML-52543

V U L C A N - H A R T   C O M P A N Y ,   P . O .   B O X   6 9 6 ,   L O U I S V I L L E ,   K Y   4 0 2 0 1 - 0 6 9 6 ,   T E L . ( 5 0 2 ) 7 7 8 - 2 7 9 1

INSTALLATION &

OPERATION MANUAL

VF1

Summary of Contents for ML-52532

Page 1: ... FRYERS MODEL VF1 ML 52913 VMF1 ML 52914 VF2 ML 52915 VMF2 ML 52916 VF90 ML 52917 VFD90 ML 52532 VF1D ML 52538 VMF1D ML 52539 VF2D ML 52542 VMF2D ML 52543 VULCAN HART COMPANY P O BOX 696 LOUISVILLE KY 40201 0696 TEL 502 778 2791 INSTALLATION OPERATION MANUAL VF1 ...

Page 2: ...kets Stainless steel side s and back are also available optionally AUTOMATIC BASKET MELT MODEL WIDTH STYLE CONTROLS LIFT CYCLE VF1 20 Floor model Mechanical Opt Opt VMF1 20 Countertop Mechanical Opt Opt VF2 24 Floor model Mechanical Opt Opt VMF2 24 Countertop Mechanical Opt Opt VF1D 20 Floor model Solid State Opt Std VMF1D 20 Countertop Solid State Opt Std VF2D 24 Floor model Solid State Opt Std V...

Page 3: ... for easy accessibility for service INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS Vulcan fryers must be installed in accordance with In the United States 1 State and local codes 2 National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 latest edition Copies may be obtained from The National Fire Protection Association Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 3 NFPA Standard 96 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING...

Page 4: ...e schematic decal which is attached to the fryer ELECTRICAL DATA CHART TOTAL 3 PHASE LOADING NOMINAL AMPS PER LINE WIRE MODEL K W KW PER PHASE 3 PHASE 1 PHASE CONN 208 240 480 V 208 V 240 V 480 V 208 240 480 X Y Y Z X Z X Y Z X Y Z X Y Z V V V VF1 VMF1 12 3 8 3 8 4 2 34 33 34 29 28 29 15 14 15 58 50 25 VF1D VMF1D VF2 VMF2 21 0 5 25 10 5 5 25 44 66 66 38 57 57 20 30 30 101 88 44 VF2D VMF2D LEVELING...

Page 5: ...ot shown Position on MELT when solid shortening is being melted then position on FRY for normal operation Automatic Basket Set to desired frying cycle time At end of set time baskets will automatically Lift Timers Optional raise Timer range is from 0 to 15 minutes Ball Pull Rod Models VF1 VMF1 only Raises elements from tank when pulled straight out Lowers elements into tank when pushed in VF1 VMF1...

Page 6: ...t When ON indicates that the oil temperature is higher than 400 F or that the heating elements are not covered with shortening and the system has shut down Call your Vulcan Hart authorized servicer Temperature Controller Controls temperature of oil in tank Temperature range is 0 375 F Fry Melt Switch Position on MELT when solid shortening is being melted then position on FRY for normal operation B...

Page 7: ...anty may be voided by improper operation Models VF1 VMF1 and VF1D VMF1D 1 Push power switch to OFF and allow fryer to cool 2 Remove fryer baskets 3 Leave the heating elements in the tank 4 Place 30 35 pounds of solid block shortening in the fryer tank on top of the heating elements 5 Follow melt cycle operation Models VF2 VMF2 and VF2D VMF2D 1 Remove fry basket and rack support 2 Place 78 82 pound...

Page 8: ...ed remove baskets or product Hang baskets to drain on rear basket hangers Remove food and season it Do not salt food over the shortening because salt will cause a chemical change in the oil Add fresh shortening as needed Shortening should be between 1 and 2 inches above the heating elements TURNING THE FRYER OFF To turn the fryer OFF place the ON OFF switch to the OFF position Extended Shutdown Pl...

Page 9: ...mpartment To start the syphoning action push the stopper in the bowl closed Fill the bowl with clean liquid shortening Pull the stopper to allow shortening to start draining Push the stopper closed before all the shortening is drained from the bowl To stop draining pull the stopper and empty the bowl completely Fig 5 Models VMF1 VMF1D Turn the fryer off and allow shortening to cool Place the sypho...

Page 10: ...eaning is neglected grease will be burned on and discolorations may form These may be removed by washing with any detergent or soap and water A self soaping scouring pad may be used for particularly stubborn discolorations Always rub with the GRAIN in a horizontal direction Keeping the fryer exterior clean and free of accumulated grease will prevent stubborn stains from forming Wash all exterior s...

Page 11: ... valve Models VF2 VMF2 and VF2D VMF2D only 10 Add shortening until the level is between 1 and 2 inches above the heating elements The fryer is now ready for use Heat Tint In and around equipment where temperatures reach 500 F or more straw colored or slightly darkened areas may appear on stainless steel This Heat tint is caused by a slight oxidation of the stainless steel and is not harmful To con...

Page 12: ...TANK LUBRICATION The motors in all fryers are permanently lubricated and no lubrication is required SERVICE AND PARTS INFORMATION To obtain service and parts information concerning these fryers contact the Vulcan Hart Service Depot in your area refer to listing supplied with the fryer or Vulcan Hart Company Service Department at the address or phone number shown on the front cover of this manual F...

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