g.
Now that the pressure is set for proper operation, set the main burner flame. Unlock the air collars (see
Figure 1 -5) by loosening the set screw for the collars. Turn the gas control valve to ON and set the
computer to light the main burners.
h. Adjust the shape and size by raising or lowering the air collars to achieve a soft blue flame with well
defined inner cones (see Figure 1-4).
i. When the flames have been properly adjusted, lock the collars in place with the set screw provided.
1.5 INITIAL CLEANING
When the fryer is shipped, many of its parts are covered with a thin coat of oil for protection. Before the fryer
is ready for cooking it must be cleaned. This will remove the oil coating and any foreign matter that may have
accumulated during storage and shipment. Perform the cleaning as described below.
a. Fill the tank with water and add one packet of Pitco fryer cleaner or a mild detergent.
b. Turn the fryer on and allow the computer to bring the water to a boil automatically. Allow the fryer to
heat for 15 minutes.
NOTE
Do not leave the fryer unattended during cleaning. Never let the water level go
below the "Min Level" mark on the back of the tank.
c.
Using the fryer cleaning brush, scrub the inside of the fryer to remove protective coating.
d.
When cleaning is complete, turn off the fryer main burners and turn gas valve knob to the PILOT
position. Drain the water into a container suitable for hot water and dispose of it.
e. When the tank has cooled, rinse it thoroughly with cool water. Continue to rinse the tank until the cleaner
has been rinsed, thoroughly from the tank.
f. Using a clean dry cloth, wipe out all of the water. Be very thorough removing the water, | because any
residual water will cause hot oil to splatter out of the fryer.
CAUTION
Mild steel tanks must be wiped down/coated with oil to keep the tank from
rusting.
g. Now that the tank is clean, you are ready to fill and operate the fryer. Refer to 2.1 for instructions on
adding shortening to the fryer.
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