Wells WFAE-30F User's Manual
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1. FILTER RESERVOIR 4 Install the DRIP PAN item 17 into the mounting bracket behind the fryer door at the lower right front of the fryer Note Failure to install the DRIP PAN will allow the grease moisture and other liquids that accumulate on the fryer top panel to drip onto the floor creating a SLIPPING HAZARD un SLIPPING AND FALLING HAZARD SPILLED OIL DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS THE DRIP PAN IS INSTALLED Oil will drip onto the floor and falls will result Death or serious injury may result from slipping and falling in spilled oil 5 Close the DRAIN VALVE LEVER item 11 an SLIPPING amp FALLING HAZARD SPILLED OIL CLOSE THE DRAIN VALVE BEFORE FILLING WITH OIL IF THE DRAIN VALVE IS OPEN OIL POURED INTO THE KETTLE WILL DRAIN INTO THE FILTER RESERVOIR OR ONTO THE FLOOR Oil spills may occur Death or serious injury may result from falls caused by slipping in oil 6 Lower the LIFT CRADLE Fill the FRYPOT to the COLD MAX line on the LIFT CRADLE with room temperature commercial quality LIQUID SHORTENING This requires 30Ibs of oil NOTE This fryer is designed for LIQUID SHORTENING ONLY DO NOT USE SOLID SHORTENING ORLARD Solid shortening will solidify in the filter reservoir and filter pump This condition will render the filter system inoperable Repairs caused by the use of anything other than liquid shortening are not covered under warranty 7 Check operation of FRYER and all CONTROLS 42. ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS Resetting of safety thermostats circuit breakers overload protectors and or fuse replacements are not covered by this warranty unless warranted conditions are the cause All problems due to operation at voltages or phase other than specified on equipment nameplates are not covered by this warranty Conversion to correct voltage and or phase must be the customers responsibility All problems due to electrical connections not made in accordance with electrical code requirements and wiring diagrams supplied with the equipment are not covered by this warranty Replacement of items subject to normal wear to include such items as knobs light bulbs and normal maintenance functions including adjustments of thermostats adjustment of micro switches and replacement of fuses and indicating lights are not covered by warranty Servicing of filters must be the customer s responsibility Replacement of filters and all problems associated with clogged filters are not covered by this waranty Inadequate airflow due to a clogged filter and or grease baffle will disable fryers equipped witha ventilation hood Manufacturer assumes no responsibility for loss of business resulting from owner s failure to have replacement filters available when existing filters reach the end of their service life Set up adjustment calibration repair and servicing of third party equipment and systems such as fire suppression systems are not covered by
3. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN Electrical shock will cause death or serious injury 1 Refer to the nameplate on the front of the fryer Verify the ELECTRICAL SERVICE POWER Voltage and phase must match the nameplate specifications and available electrical service amperage must meet or exceed the specifications listed on page 1 Wiring must be no less than1 2 ga solid copper wire rated for at least 75 C NOTE Wire gauge insulation type and temperature rating as well as type size and construction of conduit must meet or exceed applicable specifications of local codes and of the National Electrical Code 2 Fryers are shipped from the factory wired for 3 electrical service Refer to the Three Phase Wiring Diagram included with this fryer and verify that field wiring conforms to this diagram NOTE FRYERS are FIELD CONVERTIBLE to 1 If single phase operation is required refer to the 3 phase to 1 phase Instructions included with the FRYER and verify that both internal wiring and field wiring conform to the included single phase wiring diagram IMPORTANT Field wiring must be routed and secured away from the FRYPOT TUBING and FILTER PUMP AND MOTOR EE MOTOR FRYPOT NOTE Field wiring must allow access to the POWER f rear of the FRYER for cleaning and for access CORD ka to the oil filter pump motor RESET BUTTON 7 E EQUIPMENT PREPARATION PRI
4. the CRADLE LIFT should raise If the CRADLE LIFT does not behave as described above probable cause is an internal adjustment or one or more damaged internal components Contact a Wells Mfg Authorized Service Agency for repairs PROBLEM FILTER PUMP WILL NOT RUN Verify that the POWER SWITCH item 1 upper control panel is in the FILTER position and that the FILTER PUMP SWITCH item 6 lower control panel is in the ON position Press the red RESET button item 9 on the FILTER PUMP MOTOR accessible on the back of the fryer If the pump motor continues to trip out or if no other cause is apparent for the pump s failure to run contact a Wells Mfg Authorized Service Agency for repairs PROBLEM FILTER RESERVOIR OVERFLOWS DURING FILTER CYCLE AN CAUTION BURN HAZARD HOT OIL SPLASH SPLATTER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND GLOVES MUST BE WORN WHENEVER SERVICING THE FILTER DURING THE FILTERING CYCLE Hot oil may splatter which could result in serious injury The oil level in the reservoir must be constantly monitored during the filter cycle and the flow controlled by means of the DRAIN VALVE LEVER item 11 The surface of the FILTER PAPER may become clogged with crumbs or other debris If this happens turn OFF the DRAIN VALVE LEVER item 11 when bubbles begin appearing in the oil returned to the FRYPOT turn OFF the FILTER PUMP SWITCH item 6 Carefully slide the FILTER RESERVOIR out approximately 6 Gently run the end o
5. UPPER CONTROL PANEL En r met SET COOK _ SET COOK vag ate TEMPERATURE l i Ka RESET START i 5 HI LIMIT COOK CYCLE FILTER PUMP SWITCH POWER FRYER OFF FILTER SWITCH ma A DRAIN VALVE HE a FILTER nr RESERVOIR 8 DETERMINE MAXIMUM LOAD WEIGHT For operational safety it is very important to determine the maximum load weight for the specific operation This can be accomplished by starting out with small loads and gradually increasing to the largest load size which will allow a cook cycle to be completed without oil foaming out of the FRYPOT See OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS page 10 un POTENTIAL FOR OIL SPLATTER The weight of product which can be safely cooked in this fryer will vary with oil level product moisture content oil temperature and other various conditions FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING WILL RESULT IN HOT OIL RELEASE FROM THE FRYER HOT OIL WILL CAUSE SEVERE BURNS ON CONTACT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRE HEATING THE FRYER Make sure FRYPOT is filled with cooking oil to the 30 LB OIL level Open the door and set the THERMOSTAT item 10 to the desired cooking temperature CLOSE THE DOOR Set the POWER SWITCH item 1 to the FRYER position The POWER LIGHT item 2 and HEAT LIGHT item 3 will turn on The HEAT LIGHT will cycle on and off with the HEATING ELEMENTS When
6. a clean sheet of FILTER PAPER D DISCARDING USED OIL IMPORTANT NOTE The following instructions for discarding used oil from the fryer may be disregarded if you use aWELLS MOBILE CADDY WAOC 1 part no 22470 The WAOC 1 is a manual oil pump removal system which allows you to pump the used oil directly into the caddy and to then pump the used oil into your oil disposal container by simply reversing the pump rotation REMEMBER The Mobile Oil Caddy is designed to handle COLD oil Always and without fail allow the oil to cool to 120 F or less prior to pumping the oil into the OIL CADDY HOT OIL WILL BURN YOU BURN HAZARD HOT OIL OIL MUST COOL TO 120 F 49 C OR COOLER BEFORE DRAINING OIL FROM THE FRYER FOR REMOVAL Normal operating temperature of the fryer is 375 F 191 C Death or serious injury will result from contact with hot oil 1 Press the POWER SWITCH to the OFF position and allow the oil to cool to 120 F 49 C or less before attempting to drain the oil from the fryer 2 With a suitable METAL container under the drain valve slowly rotate the DRAIN VALVE LEVER to the OPEN vertical position Fill the container until it has no more than 4 of oil in it m SLIPPING amp FALLING HAZARD SPILLED OIL DO NOT USE THE FILTER RESERVOIR TO DISCARD OIL DO NOT FILL DISPOSAL CONTAINER MORE THAN 1 2 FULL DO NOT LEAVE FRYER UNATTENDED WHEN DRAINING OIL Oil spills may occur Death or serious injury may
7. of a hazard which can cause personal injury and possibly death or major property damage in the event the state ment is ignored CAUTION Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will or can cause minor personal injury or property damage in the event the statement is ignored CAUTION Used to indicate the presence of an electrical hazard which will or can cause personal injury or property damage in the event the statement is ignored Hazard Communication Standard HCS The procedures in this manual may include the use of chemical products These chemical products will be highlighted with bold face letters followed by the abbreviation HCS See the Hazard Communication Standard section of this manual for the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet s FRYER PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION 1 This fryer is intended for use to deep fry food products for human consumption No other use is recommended or authorized 2 This fryer is intended for use in commercial establishments where all operators are familiar with the appliance use limitations and associated hazards Operating instructions and warnings must be read and understood by all operators and users 3 Your WELLS fryer is equipped with an oil filtration system which is designed to filter hot liquid shortening ONLY Water cleaning agents or other liquids will damage the FILTER PUMP 4 This piece of equipment is made in the USA and has American sizes
8. on hardware 5 Any trouble shooting guides component views or parts lists included in this manual are for general reference only and are intended for use by qualified technical personnel 6 This manual should be considered a permanant part of this appliance This manual and all supplied instructions diagrams schematics parts break downs notices and labels must remain with the appliance if it is sold or moved to another location 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING AND INSPECTION Carefully remove the FRYER from the carton Remove all protective plastic film packaging materials and accessories from the FRYER and the FILTER RESERVOIR before connecting electrical power to the FRYER or otherwise performing any installation procedures NOTE DO NOT discard the CARTON and other PACKAGING MATERIAL until you have inspected the fryer for hidden damage and tested it for PROPER OPERATION Refer to SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE on the inside front cover of this manual Read all instructions in this manual carefully before starting installation of this fryer READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL LABELS AND DIAGRAMS ATTACHED TO THE FRYER Carefully account for all components and accessories before discarding packing materials Store the accessories in a convenient place for later use COMPONENTS 1 ea CONDENSATE DRIP TRAY 1 ea FILTER RESERVOIR 1 ea FILTER SCREEN 1 ea FILTER PAPER HOLDER 4 ea OIL FILTER SUCTION TUBE O RING 1 ea BASKET
9. telephone number of the WELLS AUTHORIZED SERVICE AGENCY nearest you FRYER ACCESSORIES PART BRUSH HEATING ELEMENT CLEANING 21647 FLAVOR SAVER OIL FILTER POWDER 45 pk 22410 WAOC 1 MOBILE OIL DISPOSAL CADDY 22470 PADDLE STIRRING CHICKEN 22515 BRUSH FRYPOT CLEANING 22516 HANDLE BASKET ASSY 500249 BASKET ASSEMBLY W HANDLE 500254 NORMAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS PART FILTER PAPER 30 SERIES FRYER 100 pk 21711 O RING SUCTION TUBE 66474 DOWEL CLEANING 69752 CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA please have this information available if calling for service RESTAURANT LOCATION INSTALLATION DATE TECHNICIAN SERVICE COMPANY ADDRESS STATE ZIP TELEPHONE NUMBER EQUIPMENT MODEL NO EQUIPMENT SERIAL NO VOLTAGE check one l J120v 208V 240V WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY 2 ERIK CIRCLE P O Box 280 Verdi NV 89439 Customer Service 775 345 0444 Ext 502 fax 775 345 0569 www wellsbloomfield com
10. this warranty and must be the customer s responsibility Full use care and maintenance instructions are supplied with each machine Noted maintenance and preventative maintenance items such as servicing and cleaning schedules are customer responsibility Those miscellaneous adjustments noted are customer responsibility Proper attention to preventatve maintenance and scheduled maintenance procedures will prolong the life of the machine Travel mileage is limited to sixty 60 miles from an Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub service agencies All labor shall be performed during regular working hours Overtime premium will be charged to the buyer All genuine Wells replacement parts are warranted for ninety 90 days from date of purchase on non warranty equipment This parts warranty is limited only to replacement of the defective part s Any use of non genuine Wells parts completely voids any warranty Installation labor and job check outs are not considered warranty and are thus not covered by this warranty Charges incurred by delays waiting time or operating restrictions that hinder the service technician s ability to perform service are not covered by warranty This includes institutional and correctional facilities SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE NOTE For your protection please note that equipment in this shipment was carefully inspected and packaged by skilled personnel before leaving the factory Upon acceptance of this ship
11. 1 ea BASKET HANDLE ACCESSORIES 1 ea LITERATURE PACKAGE 1 pk FILTER PAPER 1 pk FILTER POWDER 1 ea HIGH TEMPERATURE BRUSH 1 ea CLEANOUT DOWEL WOOD ROD SERVICE TECHNICIAN INSTALLATION NOTES Installation and start up should be performed by an authorized installation company Installer must complete the WARRANTY REGISTRATION FRYER CHECKOUT form and record fryer installation particulars on the CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA form on page 19 of this manual Verify that this FRYER installation is in compliance with the specifications listed in this manual and with local code requirements THIS IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER Certain codes require fryers to be restrained with a TETHER or other RESTRAINT DEVICE It is the RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER to check with the AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION in order to ascertain the applicability of this requirement to THIS SPECIFIC FRYER INSTALLATION C EQUIPMENT SET UP 1 Setup the FRYER only on a firm level non combustable surface Verify local codes for requirements Concrete tile terrazzo or metal surfaces are recommended Metal over combustible material may not meet code for non combustible surfaces 2 LEVELING Verify that the fryer sits firmly ON BOTH CASTERS AND ON BOTH LEGS With a spirit level check that the fryer is level front to back and side to side With the adjustable legs adjust as required to level the fryer D ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION M ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
12. BE HOT WEAR INSULATED GLOVES OR ALLOW THE FILTER RESERVOIR TO COOL BEFORE TOUCHING IT Remove and examine the FILTER RESERVOIR Verify that a serviceable sheet of FILTER PAPER is properly installed and that the SUCTION TUBE O RING is in place and in good condition Install the FILTER RESERVOIR ASSEMBLY into the FRYER making sure the SUCTION TUBE is properly seated in the SUCTION RECEPTACLE Press the FILTER PUMP SWITCH item 6 to the ON position to start the FILTER PUMP Slowly rotate the DRAIN VALVE LEVER item 11 to the OPEN vertical position The oil will drain from the kettle and the filter pump will circulate the oil through the filter paper returning it to the kettle IMPORTANT Do not leave the FRYER unattended during the filtering process Continuously monitor the oil level in the reservoir to avoid overflowing the reservoir and spilling oil on the floor 5 FILTER POWDER absorbs acids and other contaminants in the cooking oil allowing the cooking oil to be used for a longer period of time before it must be replaced Carefully and slowly add the contents of one package of FILTER POWDER to the oil in the FRYPOT Sprinkle the FILTER POWDER onto the surface of the cooking oil at the point where it is being drawn down the drain and into the FILTER RESERVOIR un BURN HAZARD PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND INSULATED GLOVES MUST BE WORN WHEN CLEANING THE KETTLE WITH THE HI TEMP BRUSH AND WHEN UNCLOGGING THE DRAIN WITH THE WOOD C
13. EAT If POWER LIGHT item 2 NOT ON Check the SERVICE POWER BREAKER Reset if TRIPPED If breaker continues to trip contact a licensed electrician to repair field wiring if that is the cause or contact a Wells Mfg Authorized Service Agency for repairs If POWER LIGHT item 2 NOT ON Check the HI LIMIT THERMOSTAT item 7 Reset by pressing the HI LIMIT RESET button on the LOWER CONTROL PANEL until it clicks IN CAUTION FIRE HAZARD HOT OIL THE HI LIMIT THERMOSTAT IS A FIRE PROTECTION DEVICE If tripping persists contact your authorized Wells service agency for repairs DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BYPASS OR HOLD IN THE BUTTON OF THE HI LIMIT THERMOSTAT A FIRE MAY RESULT If POWER LIGHT item 2 ON HEAT LIGHT item 3 NOTON Check setting of TEMPERATURE CONTROL THERMOSTAT item 8 If turning the thermostat fully clockwise i e to a higher temperature does not turn the HEAT LIGHT ON and also cause the oil to heat or if the CONTROL THERMOSTAT calibration is significantly incorrect contact a Wells Mfg Authorized Service Agency for repairs If POWER LIGHT item 2 ON HEAT LIGHT item 3 ON Probable cause is a damaged internal component Contact a Wells Mfg Authorized Service Agency for repairs PROBLEM CRADLE LIFT WILL NOT LOWER or CRADLE LIFT WILL NOT RAISE Verify that the TIMER is set time other than 0 When the red button in the center of the timer is pressed the cradle lift should lower When the TIMER reaches 0
14. Europe Note Shipped from the factory 3 phase field convertible to single phase Power Consumption 9 000 Watts Europe 9 300 Watts Amperage 208V 10 43 3 Amp 240V 1 37 5 Amp 208V 30 25 0 Amp per leg 240V 3 21 7 Amp per leg 380 415V 3 L1 14 3 Amp L2 amp L3 13 0 Amp FEATURES and OPERATING CONTROLS UPPER CONTROL PANEL ON FRONT VIEW J HI LIMIT 2 o al NI 2 5 2 3 275 e y RESET 275 LF Po iw er 2 Io A THERMOSTAT a j O m POWER SWITCH FRYER OFF FILTER POWER LIGHT amber HEAT LIGHT amber COOK LIGHT amber TIMER BUZZER LIGHT amber FRYER position turns ONthe FRYER and POWER LIGHT and turns OFF the FILTER PUMP Heating elements are energized and regulate to the temp set on the CONTROL THERMOSTAT item 10 OFF position turns OFFthe FRYER and de energizes the lower panel FILTER PUMP SWITCH item 8 FILTER position energizes the lower FILTER PUMP SWITCH item 8 and turns OFF the FRYER When lit indicates FRYER is energized When lit indicates HEATING ELEMENT is energized Light turns OFFwhen oil has reached temp preset on CONTROL THERMOSTAT When lit indicates the TIMER item 5 is ON and the BASKET item 15 is lowered Controls the LIFT CRADLE and the BUZZER TIMER is started by p
15. ILTER PAPER HOLDER over the FILTER PAPER and press it firmly into the FILTER RESERVOIR Make sure the filter paper holder rests firmly on the bottom of the filter reservoir with the filter paper protruding evenly up all sides Inspect the O RING on the FILTER SUCTION TUBE for damage Replace the O ring if it is cut cracked or scuffed Install the filter reservoir into the fryer Make sure the O ring closest to the end of the SUCTION TUBE is firmly seated in the SUCTION LINE RECEPTACLE 11 FILTERING OIL IMPORTANT Filtering the cooking oil helps to ensure the quality of the food product Careful observation of the finished food product will help you determine your optimal filtering frequency Example filter the oil after each six loads of fresh breaded product AN CAUTION BURN HAZARD HOT OIL SPLATTER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND GLOVES MUST BE WORN DURING THE FILTERING PROCESS Hot oil may splatter which could result in serious injury Oil should be at 300 F 149 C DO NOT attempt to filter cold oil DO NOT store oil in the FILTER RESERVOIR overnight or other extended period DO NOT attempt to pump oil less than 300 F The filter pump will not pump cold oil through the filter paper Pumping cold oil will result in premature failure of the FILTER PUMP Press the POWER SWITCH item 1 to the FILTER position The heating elements will de energize CAUTION BURN HAZARD THE FILTER RESERVOIR MAY
16. LEANOUT DOWEL The kettle will be hot and hot oil may splatter Serious injury may result 6 Using the high temperature brush that was supplied with the fryer brush down the kettle sides and bottom to loosen crumbs and flush them from the fryer If the crumb build up in the kettle clogs the kettle drain unplug the drain by using the WOOD CLEANOUT DOWEL that was supplied with the fryer Unplug the drain by pushing the dowel down through the drain hole in the front center of the kettle 7 When filtering is complete rotate the DRAIN VALVE LEVER to the SHUT horizontal position 8 When bubbles begin to appear in the oil being pumped into the frypot wait approximately fifteen 15 seconds Then press the FILTER PUMP SWITCH to the OFF position IMPORTANT VERIFY THAT ALL OIL HAS BEEN RETURNED TO THE KETTLE AT THE END OF THE FILTERING CYCLE 9 Press the POWER SWITCH to either a the FRYERposition to resume cooking or b the OFF position to service the filter or shut down the fryer Service the FILTER and Replace FILTER PAPER after each day s filtration or as needed to return oil promptly to the kettle 1 Allowthe FILTER RESERVOIR to cool Remove the FILTER RESERVOIR and disassemble 2 Dispose of used FILTER PAPER as required by local ordinances 3 Clean the FILTER RESERVOIR FILTER SCREEN and FILTER PAPER HOLDER using warm water and mild soap or detergent or clean in a dishwasher Reassemble FILTER RESERVOIR using
17. OR TO OPERATION CAUTION BURN HAZARD HOT WATER SPLATTER TURN THERMOSTAT TO LOWEST TEMPERATURE SETTING FULLY COUNTERCLOCKWISE USE ONLY LOW FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANER CAREFULLY FOLLOW CLEANSER INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS DO NOT LEAVE FRYER UNATTENDED WHILE BOILING OUT THE KETTLE WHEN WATER FOAMING OCCURS BE PREPARED TO TURN THE POWER SWITCH OFF Boiling water will splatter and could result in serious injury 1 CLEANING Prior to leaving the factory the fryer is tested for proper operation with peanut oil After testing is complete the oil is removed but oil residue remains Therefore it is necessary to clean the frypot before filling it with fresh oil NOTE Use aLOW FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER ONLY a Turn the TEMPERATURE CONTROL THERMOSTAT item 10 to the lowest temperature position fully counter clockwise b Turn the DRAIN VALVE LEVER to the CLOSED horizontal position and fill the FRYPOT with 4 gallons of cold water Press the POWER SWITCH to the FRYER position d When the water to come to a full boil press the POWER SWITCH to OFF When the boiling ceases slowly add and stir in the LOW FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER Using the HIGH TEMPERATURE BRUSH supplied with the fryer stir until the cleanser is completely mixed with the water e Press the POWER SWITCH to FRYER When the water begins to boil press it to OFF When the boiling subsides again press the POWER SWITCH to FRYER Repeat this pro
18. OSTAT counter clockwise to 375 F 191 C fully clockwise 11 DRAIN VALVE LEVER Opens and closes the DRAIN VALVE To OPEN turn the handle counterclockwise to vertical To CLOSE turn the handle clockwise to horizontal 12 POWER OUTLET BOX Contains the electrical service connection terminal block 13 OIlLFILTER RESERVOIR Holds the filter screen filter paper and filter paper holder 14 FILTER PUMP MOTOR The FILTER PUMP MOTOR is equipped with an over RESET BUTTON heating protection device located at the rear RESET must be performed manually Allow the motor to of the motor cool for approx 15 min then press the red button 15 BASKET Sits on the LIFT CRADLE and holds product to be cooked Raised and lowered by the LIFT CRADLE 16 BASKET HANDLE Used to handle the BASKET when it is hot REMOVE FROM BASKET BEFORE ACTIVATING TIMER 17 DRIP PAN Collects any liquids which accumulate on top of the fryer SAFETY PROCEDURES Knowledge of proper procedures is essential to the safe operation of electrically energized equipment In accordance with generally accepted product safety labeling guidelines for potential hazards the following signal words and symbols are used throughout this manual DANGER Danger is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will BANG 23 P cause severe personal injury death or substantial property damage in the event the statement is ignored WARNING Warning is used to indicate the presence
19. WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY 2 ERIK CIRCLE P O Box 280 Verdi NV 89439 Customer Service 775 345 0444 Ext 502 fax 775 345 0569 www wellsbloomfield com INSTALLATION OPERATION AND AINTENANCE MANUAL FOR ELECTRIC FRYER MODEL WFAE 30F IMPORTANT DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL This manual is considered to be part of tne FRYER and is to be given to the OWNER or MANAGER of the restaurant or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of the FRYER Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR INSTALLING THIS FRYER Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any questions concerning installation operation or maintenance of this equipment Part No 301669 Rev A M361 110800 cps LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT All commercial cooking equipment manufactured by WELLS MFG CO is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original installation or 18 months from the date of shipment from our factory which ever comes first and is for the benefit of the origi nal purchaser only THIS WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE AND ONLY WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN LAW OR IN FACT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT NESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OR FOR DIRECT INDIRECT OR CONSEQUEN TIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH WELLS MFG CO PRODUCTS This warranty is void
20. cedure i e FRYER boil OFF continuously for five 5 minutes f Press the POWER SWITCH OFF Allow the solution to cool to 120 F or less g Place a suitable container under the DRAIN VALVE Turn the DRAIN VALVE LEVER to the OPEN vertical position to drain the cleaning solution Recommend draining no more than 4 of solution at a time into the container to prevent splashing and spilling Dispose of the used solution as required by local ordinances DO h Rinse the FRYPOT with clean water Dry witha clean non abrasive cloth CRADLE PIVOT 2 Installthe LIFT CRADLE onto as Kanea the CRADLE LIFT ROD i Aa ra gt Note the oil level indicator NIA 2 G N SU A i OIL LEVEL INDICATOR MAX COLD 30 LB 13KG OIL LEVEL MIN HOT LIFT ROD I lt D N CRADLE 7 LIFT a N 1 CRADLE l 3 Install the SUCTION TUBE O RING FILTER SCREEN FILTER PAPER and FILTER PAPER HOLDER into the FILTER RESERVOIR Install the assembled FILTER RESERVOIR into the fryer Pree KR PAPER CROSS SECTION VIEW HOLDER The O RING for the filter reservoir suction tube and up to three spare O RINGS are stored as shown AN gee a KL je N PN x p J ery I I I 1 F r STORAGE FOR 3 1 SPARE O RINGS O RING IN O RING GROOVE FILTER SCREEN clip inserts into 2 drain opening O RING
21. d product as required A MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FILTER PAPER INSTALLATION BURN HAZARD HOT OIL SPLATTER DO NOT REMOVE FILTER RESERVOIR WHEN IT CONTAINS HOT OIL Contact with hot oil can cause death or serious injury PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND GLOVES MUST BE WORN DURING THE FILTERING PROCESS BURN HAZARD DO NOT REMOVE THE FILTER RESERVOIR IF IT IS HOT WEAR INSULATED GLOVES OR ALLOW IT TIME TO COOL The hot oil will quickly heat the reservoir Serious burns could result from touching the hot filter reservoir with bare hands Replace FILTER PAPER after each day s filtration or as needed to return oil promptly to the kettle 1 2 Open the FRYER DOOR and slide the FILTER RESERVOIR forward to remove it Remove the FILTER PAPER HOLDER used FILTER PAPER and FILTER SCREEN Discard the used filter paper and make sure the filter reservoir filter screen and filter paper holder are clean and dry Crumbs and other debris left in the filter reservoir can keep the filter paper from sealing properly to the filter reservoir bottom This will cause incomplete filtration Install the FILTER SCREEN in the FILTER RESERVOIR with the spring clip on the filter screen pressed firmly into the filter reservoir drain hole and aligned parallel to the sides of the reservoir See diagram page 8 Place anew sheet of FILTER PAPER on the FILTER RESERVOIR with the edges of the paper evenly overhanging the filter reservoir flanges Center the F
22. f the WOOD CLEANOUT DOWEL across the surface of the FILTER PAPER and scrape the crumbs toward the edges Carefully slide the FILTER RESERVOIR back into place making sure the SUCTION TUBE is properly seated in the RECEPTACLE Resume filtering but remember to replace the FILTER PAPER before the next filtering cycle PROBLEM FILTER PUMP WON T PUMP or PUMPS AIR DURING FILTERING BUBBLES in the oil while filtering and or a failure of the pump to achieve or maintain prime indicate that air is entering the suction side of the pump Examine the SUCTION TUBE O RING A damaged or improperly seated O RING can cause the FILTER PUMP to lose suction This will result in a failure to filter the oil and in a failure of the oil to be returned to the FRYPOT Replace SUCTION TUBE O RING if it is missing cracked distorted or scuffed with one of the spare O rings Verify that he SUCTION TUBE is fully seated in the SUCTION LINE RECEPTACLE Internal component damage Contact a Wells Mfg Authorized Service Agency 18 SERVICE PARTS LIST IMPORTANT Use only factory authorized service parts and replacement filters For factory authorized service or to order factory authorized replacement parts contact your WELLS AUTHORIZED SERVICE AGENCY or call Wells Manufacturing Company 2 Erik Circle P O Box 280 Verdi NV 89439 phone 775 345 0444 ask for Service Department fax 888 492 2783 Service Parts Department can supply you with the name
23. if it is determined that upon inspection by an authorized service agency the equipment has been modified misused misapplied improperly installed or dam aged in transit or by fire flood or act of God It also does not apply if the serial nameplate has been re moved or if service is performed by unauthorized personnel The prices charged by Wells Mfg Co for its prod ucts are based upon the limitations in this warranty Seller s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair of defects without charge by a Wells Mfg Co factory authorized service agency or one of its sub service agencies This service will be provided on customer s premises for non portable models Portable models a device with a cord and plug must be taken or shipped to the closest authorized ser vice agency transportation charges prepaid for ser vice In addition to restrictions contained in this war ranty specific limitations are shown in the Service Policy and Procedure Guide Wells Mfg Co autho rized service agencies are located in principal cities This warranty is valid in the United States and Canada and void elsewhere Please consult your classified telephone directory your foodservice equip ment dealer or write the Factory Service Department Wells Manufacturing Company P O Box 280 Verdi Nevada 89439 phone 775 345 0444 or 888 492 2782 for information and other details concerning warranty SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE
24. ment the transportation company assumes full responsibility for its safe delivery IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED 1 VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE Be certain that any visible loss or damage is noted on the freight bill or express receipt and that the note of loss or damage is signed by the delivery person 2 FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY Regardless of the extent of the damage 3 CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE if damage is unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked notify the transportation company or carrier immediately and file CONCEALED DAMAGE claim with them This should be done within fifteen 15 days from the date the delivery was made to you Be sure to retain the container for inspection Wells Manufacturing cannot assume liability for damage or loss incurred in transit We will however at your request supply you with the necessary documents to support your claim TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Inside Cover Specifications 1 Features and Operating Controls 2 Safety Procedures 4 Installation Instructions 5 Operating instruction 10 Maintenance Instruction Filter Paper Installation 11 Filtering Oil 12 Discarding Used Oil 14 Cleaning the Fryer 15 Troubleshooting 17 Service Parts List 19 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Wide 15 62 Deep 33 25 High 40 0 CAPACITIES Lb Kg Cooking Oil Liquid Shortening Only 30 14 Chicken fresh 14 6 Chicken frozen 12 5 ELECTRICAL Voltage Requirement 208 VAC 240 VAC 380 415 VAC
25. platter as well as damage to the pump and contamination of the cooking oil CLEANING THE RESERVOIR CLEAN THE RESERVOIR ONLY WHEN EMPTY The reservoir should be cleaned and the FILTER PAPER replaced after each day s filtration or as needed to return oil promptly to the kettle 1 Remove the empty FILTER RESERVOIR from the fryer Discard the used FILTER PAPER em BURN HAZARD FILTER RESERVOIR WHEN REMOVING THE FILTER RESERVOIR AFTER FILTERING OlL WEAR INSULATED GLOVES OR ALLOW IT TIME TO COOL The hot oil will quickly heat the reservoir Serious burns could result from touching the hot filter reservoir with bare hands 2 Wash the FILTER PAPER HOLDER FILTER SCREEN and FILTER RESERVOIR in the dishwasher or in the sink using mild soap or detergent 3 Rinse thoroughly with clean warm water to remove all residue Be sure to flush out the FILTER RESERVOIR SUCTION TUBE 4 Dry all parts thoroughly with a non abrasive cloth 5 Assemble the RESERVOIR Use afresh sheet of filter paper Refer to section B page 10 DAILY CLEANING OF FRYER 1 FRYER EXTERIOR As required wash the exterior of the fryer with warm water mild soap or detergent and a clean non abrasive cloth Dry with a clean non abrasive cloth 3 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE Any servicing or adjustment which requires the removal of any cover or other protective panel must be performed by a Wells Mfg Authorized Service Agency PROBLEM FRYER WILL NOT H
26. ressing the red button in the center of the knob When the red button is pressed the LIFT CRADLE lowers The red pointer on the dial shows time remaining When TIMER reaches 0 BUZZER sounds and LIFT CRADLE raises When lit indicates BUZZER SWITCH item 7 is turned ON and BUZZER CIRCUIT is active 2 7 BUZZER SWITCH Activates the BUZZER CIRCUIT When turned ONand TIMER has reached 0 BUZZER will sound until BUZZER SWITCH is turned OFFor TIMER is activated 8 FILTER PUMP SWITCH OWNcauses the oil to be filtered pumped back into the FRYPOT ON OFF The POWER SWITCH item 1 must be in the FILTER position for the FILTER PUMP SWITCH to operate CAUTION FIRE HAZARD HOT OIL AN HE HI LIMIT THERMOSTAT IS A FIRE PROTECTION DEVICE If tripping persists clean the space between the hi limit bulb and the element in order to enhance oil flow and facilitate reset Otherwise contact your authorized Wells service agency for repairs DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BYPASS OR HOLD IN THE BUTTON OF THE HI LIMIT THERMOSTAT A FIRE MAY RESULT 9 HI LIMIT THERMOSTAT Provides over temperature protection by de energizing the HEATING ELEMENTS if the oil temperature exceeds the factory set limit RESET must be performed manually Allow the oil to cool below 300 F 93 C then firmly press the red button on the LOWER CONTROL PANEL until it resets snaps 10 TEMP CONTROL Controls the oil temperature from 250 F 121 C turned fully THERM
27. result from falls caused by slipping in oil 3 Close the drain valve by rotating the DRAIN VALVE LEVER to the horizontal position 4 Carefully remove the container from under the fryer Dump the used oil into your WASTE OIL CONTAINER Repeat the process until the kettle is empty m BURN HAZARD FILTER RESERVOIR WHEN REMOVING THE FILTER RESERVOIR AFTER FILTERING OlL WEAR INSULATED GLOVES OR ALLOW IT TIME TO COOL The hot oil will quickly heat the reservoir Serious burns could result from touching the hot filter reservoir with bare hands 5 Besure the DRAIN VALVE LEVER is returned to the CLOSED position when finished 14 E CLEANING THE FRYER CLEANING THE KETTLE HOT BOIL OUT METHOD SLIPPING amp FALLING HAZARD SPILLED OIL DO NOT STORE OIL IN THE FILTER RESERVOIR WHILE CLEANING THE KETTLE IF CLEANING FLUID IS ACCIDENTALLY DRAINED INTO THE FILTER RESERVOIR OIL WILL SPILL ON THE FLOOR Death or serious injury may result from falls caused by slipping in oil NOTE Use aLOW FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER ONLY 1 Press the POWER SWITCH to the OFF position 2 Discard old oil as detailed in section D page 14 3 Fillthe with 4 gallons of cold water 4 Withthe FRYPOT COVER open press the POWER SWITCH to the FRYER position 5 Allow the water to come to a full boil then press the POWER SWITCH to OFF When the boiling ceases slowly add and stir in the LOW FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER Stir un
28. the HEAT LIGHT first goes off the fryer is ready to cook the product SET THE COOK TIMER AND LOAD PRODUCT A CAUTION BURN HAZARD HOT OIL SPLATTER HOT OIL CAN CAUSE SERIOUS BURNS ON CONTACT WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING WHEN COOKING Set the TIMER item 5 to the desired cooking time FROZEN PRODUCT Load frozen product into the BASKET Using the BASKET HANDLE item 16 set the BASKET on the LIFT CRADLE REMOVE THE HANDLE Press the red button on the TIMER to lower the BASKET into the FRYPOT FRESH PRODUCT Using the BASKET HANDLE Set the BASKET on the LIFT CRADLE REMOVE THE HANDLE Press the red button on the TIMER to lower the BASKET into the FRYPOT Manually drop each piece of fresh product into the hot oil just above the oil level to minimize splattering ALWAYS USE PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SUCH AS INSULATED GLOVES TO PROTECT AGAINST HOT OIL BURNS COOK CYCLE AND BUZZER When an audible alarm is desired at the end of the cook cycle turn the BUZZER SWITCH item 7 ONafer the TIMER has been started The BUZZER LIGHT item 6 will turn ON Note If the BUZZER SWITCH is turned ON before the BASKET is lowered the BUZZER will sound until the BASKET is down Atthe end of the cook cycle the BASKET will raise and the BUZZER will sound until the BUZZER SWITCH is turned OFF or until the next cook cycle is started Use the BASKET HANDLE item 16 to remove the BASKET of cooked product from the LIFT CRADLE Serve or dispense cooke
29. til the cleanser is completely mixed with the water using the HIGH TEMPERATURE BRUSH supplied with the fryer A CAUTION BURN HAZARD HOT WATER SPLATTER TURN THERMOSTAT TO LOWEST TEMPERATURE SETTING FULLY COUNTERCLOCKWISE USE ONLY LOW FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANER CAREFULLY FOLLOW CLEANSER INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS DO NOT LEAVE FRYER UNATTENDED WHILE BOILING OUT THE KETTLE WHEN WATER FOAMING OCCURS BE PREPARED TO TURN THE POWER SWITCH OFF Boiling water will splatter and could result in serious injury 5 Press the POWER SWITCH to FRYER When the water begins to boil press it to OFF When the boiling subsides again press the POWER SWITCH to FRYER Repeat this procedure i e FRYER boil OFF continuously for five 5 minutes 6 With the POWER SWITCH OFF allow the hot solution to set for thirty 30 minutes 15 7 With the POWER SWITCH in the OFF position drain the cleaning solution NOTE Allow the solution to cool to 120 F 49 C or less for safe handling Using a suitable METAL container drain the cleaning solution until the container is no more than one half full Always safely dispose of used cleaning solution as required by local ordinances 8 Rinse the kettle thoroughly with warm clean water Drain into the same container as used to dispose of the cleaning solution IMPORTANT NEVER turn the FILTER PUMP ON with anything other than shortening in the filter reservoir Water can cause severe oil s
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