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4.6 Opening: Beginning the Work Day
At the beginning of each work day, always check the fryer to ensure:
1.
The combination or main gas valve is "OFF".
2.
Fry vessel is filled with liquid oil to the bottom
OIL LEVEL
line scribed into the rear
wall of the fry vessel tank.
To light the fryer:
1.
Open the manual shut-off valve on the incoming service line.
2.
Light the pilot.
a.
Non-CE: See Section 4.2.1 for pilot lighting procedures.
b.
CE: See Section 4.2.2 for pilot lighting procedures.
After the pilot is lit:
e
Non-CE: Turn the gas cock dial to "ON".
e
CE: Release the white pilot button.
1.
Turn the thermostat to the desired cooking temperature. Watch to ensure the main
burner ignites from the pilot.
2.
Allow the oil/shortening-filled fry vessel to heat for approximately 30 minutes
before cooking. Oil temperature will stabilize at the desired setpoint, ensuring
quality cooking.
4.7 Filtering Basics
CAUTION
When filtering, never leave the filter unit unattended. Oil moving through the
lines can knock the flexible return hose out of the fryer, spraying hot oil and
causing severe burns.
For filtration instructions and troubleshooting, consult the operating manual or
instructions provided with the filtration equipment.
