GRM SERIES GAS FRYERS
VULCAN-HART F-45385 Rev. C (9-15)
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EXTENDING SHORTENING LIFE
Shortening life can be extended by the following guidelines:
Do not salt foods over the fryer.
Use good-quality shortening.
Filter shortening daily (at a minimum).
Replace shortening if it becomes poorly flavored.
Keep equipment and surrounding clean. Use tank covers when not in use.
(accessory).
Set thermostat correctly.
Remove excess moisture and particles from food products before placing on fryer.
Use a fitted tank cover (accessory) to keep oil covered from light and oxygen
DRAINING THE OIL
Hot oil and hot parts can cause burns. Use care when operating,
cleaning, and servicing the fryer.
1. Turn the thermostat knob to the OFF position. .
2. Insert the drain extension into the drain valve. Tighten only hand tight.
3. Direct the drain extension into the mobile filtering device that you want to use.
4. Slowly open the drain valve to allow oil to flow from the fry tank to the filter pan. Then open the
drain valve all the way.
5. When fry tank is empty use the tank brush to remove any additional debris.
6. Close the drain valve.
7. Fill tank with new shortening. Fill to a minimum of the MIN level but no higher than halfway
between MIN and MAX. Oil will expand as it is heated.
8. After the fry tank is filled with new oil, turn the thermostat knob to the desired set temperature.
The burners will come on and will heat the oil.
