Hobart HPGF15 User's Manual
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1. ahua 17 MAINTENANGE ye Saa ATTI ta ka Sus Bun E IR 22 Lid O Ring Seal Replacement 22 Other O Ring Seal Replacements 22 Kettle Pressure Regulator Assembly 22 Cleaning Port Plug Screw iss ssaa tani diii gut a bA aa a aA Tai a A a eA a a DdD EE 23 are EEE TETE ET EET A en ee 23 TROUBLESHOOTING aa a Re E 24 Installation Operation and Care of MODEL HPGF15 GAS PRESSURE FRYERS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Your Hobart Gas Pressure Fryer will produce a uniform high quality product time after time It operates at a low temperature 325 F 163 C and high pressure 14 psi Rapid cooking time increases production and improves energy efficiency and high pressure frying preserves food flavor and reduces shrinkage Up to 15 pounds 6 8 kg of product may be prepared at a time Standard equipment includes a drain pipe extension for the exhaust tank wooden doughnut stick 11 a diameter exhaust pipe solenoid open wrench insulated mitts and flexible cleaning rod Bothlegs and casters are supplied with each fryer Extra O Ring seals for the lid the kettle pressure regulator assembly and the cleaning port plug screw are also included The O Ring seals are not covered un2. es 5 Installing Casters iss ia A A 6 Exha stiPip8z aurien ete ai e ala ata acer BE 7 Gas Connections sau mak a sse es 7 Testing the Gas Supply Svstem sce 2 20 0 eee 8 Flue Connections A 8 Electrical Connections a ae 8 Lightingilnstructi ns se alte aon sack aia MEL a ae RASERNA A 8 OPERATION osc acum er Ran we a eon Dre apo apes erence teats ee 10 Before First Use ee a De ea A AM ln es ae 10 ice ta Sea maka sana Te Dis 10 Filling the Kettle with Liquid 11 Kurning thekryer On area a Gk ee a a a kh kup en ai 11 Frying Procedure for All Foods 12 Turning the Fryer Oif asimani ane en DE deel ee eed 13 Automati Shutoff 34022546 bowed eden ae erie 13 Pigh Cimi SWICK 4284 2452 kalb 13 Power Faure ar ics on amis ee ee mane on dane BARS Cima edad tee ewes 13 Pressure Relief Valve buy de 14 Suggested Cooking Guide gasas manua en 14 Draining and Filtering L 15 Using the HMF50 of HMF85 Filter 3 doa peo whose gt aware eed I aa 15 Model HPGF15 Pressure 15 IGANG
3. CLEANING PORT PLUG SCREW PL 40912 1 Fig 24 VENT When frver is off and cool annually examine the flue and clear any obstructions Contact personnel qualified to install and repair gas equipment for all other maintenance problems 2 93 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES Pressure will not build No product or very dry product loaded Power switch is in the OFF or FILTER position Lid not tightened Lid O Ring not sealing Replace O Ring High pressure in kettle Dirty exhaust line to solenoid Dirty line from kettle pressure regulator to exhaust tank Exhaust tank vent plugged Loss of pressure during cooking cvcle Kettle pressure regulator leaks Make sure the solenoid plug is locked in place Kettle pressure regulator O Ring needs to be replaced No heat Thermostat not turned on Blown fuse in main electrical panel or in fryer Fryer fuse is located inside door in a box on left side panel Flip up lid on box and replace fuse on bottom left side with 15 amp rated fuse Power cord not plugged in Burner flame out Oil smokes bubbles vigorously and breaks down Oil has not been properly filtered after a few cookings Suet may have been added Never add suet Breading is accumulating in the bottom of the kettle Oil leaking from kettle lid Low pressure in kettle The kettle lid O Ring needs to be replaced Pressure does not exhaust properly 1 Exhaust pipe between solenoid and ket
4. MODEL HPGF15 GAS PRESSURE FRYERS ML 126825 FORM 34709 September 2001 IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL POST IN A PROMINENT LOCATION THE INSTRUCTIONS TO BE FOLLOWED IN THE EVENT THE SMELL OF GAS IS DETECTED THIS INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER IMPORTANT IN THE EVENT A GAS ODOR IS DETECTED SHUT DOWN UNITS AT MAIN SHUTOFF VALVE AND CONTACT THE LOCAL GAS COMPANY OR GAS SUPPLIER FOR SERVICE FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE WARNING IMPROPER INSTALLATION ADJUSTMENT ALTERATION SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE INJURY OR DEATH READ THE INSTALLATION OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT IN THE EVENT OF A POWER FAILURE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS DEVICE HOBART CORPORATION 2001 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL zes eh eee tee 4 INSTALLATION 4 444 4 4 eta op ne ob a ia a Dee 4 Unpacking rpi ke an ker Ra Rn AEA be Lee 4 LOCATION ee ee ae ee ee 5 Installation Codes and Standards 5 ASSEMDIY aaa Installing Logs 2 3 ji ee
5. TESTING THE GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM When test pressures exceed gt psig 3 45 kPa the fryer and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system When test pressures are 2 psig 3 45 kPa or less the fryer must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve FLUE CONNECTIONS This pressure fryer must be installed under a ventilating hood From the termination of the fryer flue vent to the filters of the hood venting system a minimum clearance of 18 46 cm must be maintained Do not obstruct the flow of flue gases from the flue duct located on the rear of the fryer It is recommended that the flue gases be ventilated to the outside of the building through a ventilation system installed by qualified personnel Information on the construction and installation of ventilating hoods may be obtained from the standard for Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment NFPA No 96 latest edition ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE APPLICABLE PORTIONS OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND OR OTHER LOCAL ELECTRICAL CODES WARNING APPLIANCES EQUIPPED WITH A FLEXIBLE ELECTRIC SUPPLY CORD ARE PROVIDED WITH A THREE PRONG GROUNDING PLUG IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT THIS PLUG BE CONNECTED INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE PRONG RECEPTACLE IF THE RECEPTACLE IS NOT THE PROPER GROUNDING TYPE CONTACT AN ELECTRICIAN DO NOT REMOVE
6. After pressure gauge indicates 0 open the fryer lid and remove the basket from the kettle Upon resumption of electrical service repeat all startup procedures 13 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE The pressure relief valve is located on the fryer lid This relief valve is nonadjustable and preset at the factory to release the kettle pressure automatically if over 15 psi This valve is also equipped with a ring Fig 10 which should be lifted if kettle pressure exceeds 15 psi and the valve has not released pressure automaticallv CAUTION Do not allow kettle pressure to exceed 15 psi Keep the exhaust port of the pressure relief valve clear of obstructions SUGGESTED COOKING GUIDE These suggested cooking times are based on average sized portions Heavier portions will require alonger frying time TEMP TIME Minutes TIME Minutes FOOD F Food at Room Temp Refrigerated Product Chicken 2 Ib 325 8 9 2 a Ib 325 8 2 9 21 216 325 9 9 2 23 4 Ib 325 9 2 10 Pork Chops 3 4 oz 325 5 51 2 5 6 oz 325 6 2 7 7 oz 325 7 71 2 Frozen Breaded Shrimp 325 115102 3 2 5 regular medium sized French Fried Potatoes Raw 325 4 Frozen blanched 325 3 Breaded Veal Cutlet 3 oz 325 5 51 2 4 oz 325 6 6 2 Lamp Chops 2 4 oz thin 325 5 6 5 6 oz thick 325 11 12 Use 2 2 to 25 4 Ib whole chickens If chickens are larger than this increase cooking time by 1 minute for each additional Ib of product Example If chicke
7. 40909 PL 40910 Fig 18 Fig 19 19 5 The flexible diaphragm of the lid locking device is visible when viewing the underside of the kettle lid Make certain diaphragm material is not torn or punctured If it is contact your local Hobart service office for immediate replacement 6 Dip O Ring in cooking oil for lubrication and insert it into groove IMPORTANT First press O Ring into place at the 12 6 3 and 9 o clock positions Fig 20 Using finger pressure only stretch and work O Ring into groove until it is seated all the way around Apply pressure straight down Do not twist or roll ring into groove this mav fracture the skin of the ring 12 O CLOCK 3 O CLOCK 6 O CLOCK Fig 20 7 reinstall the kettle tilt lid reverse the procedure described in step 1 Pressure Relief Valve Once a week operate the pressure relief valve release ring see Fig 10 by lifting it up and then back down Monthly Cleaning Exhaust Tank Remove the exhaust tank at the rear of the fryer and flush it out with hot water To remove the exhaust tank 1 Remove 4 screws holding exhaust vent in place Fig 21 and lift exhaust vent up 2 If exhaust pipe Fig 21 hinders removal of the exhaust tank unscrew pipe and remove it 3 Disconnect drain pipe Fig 21 that runs from pressure regulator housing to exhaust tank at the union 4 Remove bolt from exhaust tank drain line clamp Fig 22 20 Wa EXHAUST VE
8. OFF position Extended Shutdown 1 Turn manual gas shutoff valve OFF 2 Turn thermostat to OFF Turn power switch to the OFF position gt 2 Turn gas valve and gas combination control knob to OFF 5 Clean fryer following instructions shown in the CLEANING section of this manual It is especially important that the solenoid assembly be cleaned AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF If the burner flame goes out gas flow to the main burner will automatically shut off The gas combination control valve will remain in the ON position it does not simultaneously return to OFF To relight the burner repeat steps 1 through 6 under LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS HIGH LIMIT SWITCH Your pressure fryer is equipped with a high temperature limit switch If an overtemperature situation occurs the yellow high limit light will flash the pressure will exhaust and the gas burner will turn off Once the oil temperature cools to below the high limit temperature the high limit thermostat will reset and operation will resume automatically It is recommended that you turn the power off and open the kettle lid to allow the oil to cool The high limit switch may activate during initial startup until the kettle temperature stabilizes If the high limit switch activates anytime after initial startup turn the fryer off and call your local Hobart service office POWER FAILURE In the event of a general power failure turn the thermostat knob and power switch to their OFF positions
9. NT 1 1 4 DIA EXHAUST PIPE EXHAUST TANK PL 52332 Fig 21 REMOVE BOLT a PL 40939 2 Fig 22 5 Remove 4 screws holding exhaust tank in place see Fig 21 and remove exhaust tank 6 Flush exhaust tank with hot water 7 Reverse procedure to reinstall exhaust tank 21 MAINTENANCE WARNING HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS USE CARE WHEN OPERATING CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER WARNING SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS DO NOT MOVE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK WARNING UNPLUG ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE LID O RING SEAL REPLACEMENT Removal and replacement instructions for the lid O Ring are described in the CLEANING section of this manual under KETTLE TILT LID OTHER O RING SEAL REPLACEMENTS Kettle Pressure Regulator Assembly The O Ring seal on the kettle pressure regulator assembiv Fig 23 needs to be replaced if oil is leaking from the kettle lid If steam leaks around the kettle pressure regulator O Ring and goes into the exhaust tank pressure will not build in the kettle Dip the new O Ring in oil for lubrication and insert it into the groove KETTLE PRESSURE REGULATOR ASSEMBLY O RING SEAL Fig 23 22 Cleaning Port Plug Screw The O Ring seal on the cleaning port plug screw Fig 24 needs to be replaced if liquid is leaking around the screw
10. THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS PLUG If the fryer is not equipped with a grounding plug and electrical supply is needed ground the fryer by using the ground lug provided at the rear refer to the wiring diagram located on the inside of the fryer door panel Do not connect the fryer to electrical supply until after gas connections have been made Connect polarized plug to 110 125 volt single phase 60 cycle 15 amp polarized receptacle LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Turn gas combination control valve Fig 4 located at the rear of the fryer clockwise to the OFF position 2 Wait 5 minutes for unburned gas to vent Turn gas combination control valve counterclockwise to the ON position Turn gas valve ON Fig 5 5 Turn power switch to ON 6 Ifburner does not light turn power switch gas valve and gas combination control valve OFF and repeat steps 2 through 5 If burner flame is interrupted the electronic igniter will automatically relight the burner EXHAUST VENT HAS BEEN REMOVED TO SHOW VALVE CLEARLV Fig 4 GAS VALVE IN ON POSITION HOT 00 NOT OPEN VALVE wie KETTLE 15 UNDER PRESSURE Fig 5 a PL 40937 1 WARNING HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS USE CARE WHEN OPERATING CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER WARNING SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS DO NOT MOVE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK When using this pressure fryer the base should remain open a
11. contact your local Hobart service office for replacement Unplug the electrical cord attached to the upper portion of the solenoid assembly To unplug twist the plug counterclockwise and pull out Remove the thumb screw securing both the solenoid and pressure relief valve Separate the solenoid and valve The valve seats into the block with two O Rings and some force may be required Grasp the kettle pressure relief valve with a towel and remove the valve from the solenoid If the hex nut on the base of the solenoid does not release easily use the 1 end wrench supplied Wash the valve hot soapy water Rinse in clear water and set aside to air dry Do not disassemble the valve but inspect the O Rings and contact your local Hobart service office for replacement if cracked or worn With the pressure relief valve assembly out run the flexible cleaning rod into the cleanout port and through the kettle exhaust line to clear any obstructions Make sure the pressure relief valve and breather elbow have thoroughly dried Dip the ends of the assemblies with O Rings into the oil to lubricate the O Rings Insert the breather elbow into the kettle exhaust line with the inlet hole directed upward Assemble the pressure relief valve to the solenoid Make certain the teflon gasket is seated inside the hex nut Align the widest opening of the valve to the cleanout port in the solenoid block Press the valve downward into the block Make certain the
12. der normal warranty Model HMF50 or HMF85 Filtering System for draining and filtering the oil for Model HPGF 15 Gas Pressure Fryer is available as an option IMPORTANT Your pressure fryer must be cleaned frequently or it will not function properly Follow the procedures in the CLEANING section of this manual INSTALLATION When installing this pressure fryer the base should remain open at the front to allow air circulation for the gas burner DO NOT BLOCK THE FRONT OF THE FRYER Prior to installation verify that the electrical and gas supply agree with the specifications on the fryer data plate which is located on the inside of the door UNPACKING Immediately after unpacking the pressure fryer check it for possible shipping damage If this fryer is found to be damaged save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery Do not use the door to lift or move the fryer LOCATION The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances The pressure fryer when installed must have minimum clearance from combustible and noncombustible construction of 1 2 5 cm at the sides and 3 7 6 cm at the rear of the fryer This fryer is for use on noncombustible floors only It must be installed at least 12 30 5 cm away from open top flame units The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation The pressure fryer must be installed so the flow of combust
13. e basket one more swirl in the oil Close the lid Make sure the lock post is fastened in the overarm post catch Fig 9 Tighten the handle WARNING IF THE LID WILL NOT LOCK DO NOT OPERATE THE FRYER OVERARM POST CATCH Fig 9 After tightening the lid set the timer to the desired cooking time for the item being fried The rest is automatic The pressure will automaticallv be released 45 seconds prior to the end of the cooking cycle The buzzer will sound at the end of the cooking cycle Rotate the timer to the OFF position to silence the buzzer A lid locking device will permit opening the lid only after all pressure has been released At this time the pressure gauge will read 0 1j2 9 When pressure gauge reads 0 turn the handle counterclockwise until it stops before opening the lid CAUTION Seal damage can occur if handle is not completely unscrewed Do not force the lid to open ALWAYS swing the lid to the side DO NOT raise the lid 10 Using insulated mitts or tongs raise the frying basket out of the oil and hang the basket on the lip of the kettle Allow product to drain approximately 20 to 25 seconds Remove the product and return the basket to the oil It is not necessary to turn the fryer off for this procedure The cooking cycle is controlled by the setting of the timer and the oil temperature is regulated by the thermostat TURNING THE FRYER OFF 1 Turn thermostat to OFF 2 Turn power switch to the
14. es set temperature the white cooking light goes out Before the first load of the day it is recommended that you allow the fryer to cycle one time before loading food When the white cooking light glows wait until it goes out When the white cooking light glows for the second time allow itto go out a second time then cooking may begin Allow at least 45 minutes for this operation il FRYING PROCEDURE FOR ALL FOODS Pressure is created by the containment of moisture escaping from the product being fried Dry products that produce little or no moisture will not create sufficient pressure to fry that product Pressure will not build without product in the kettle 1 For the first cooking cycle of the day make certain oil is at set temperature white cooking light is not glowing After the first cooking cycle of the day product may be loaded whether the white cooking light is glowing or not Place fryer basket in hot oil Be sure basket is submerged in the oil Using tongs or other long handled utensil place prepared foods into the basket one piece atatime Load food in a circular motion so the basket is loaded uniformiv and evenly After loading 10 to 12 pieces of chicken use the insulated mitts and lift the basket high enough to clear the bottom of the kettle Swirl the basket a couple of times in the oil This will keep pieces from sticking together When the desired amount of food is placed in the pressure fryer give th
15. h Attach the four legs to the flanges on the bottom of the fryer Carefully raise fryer to its normal position and place it in the installing location Installing Casters Place the fryer on its side being careful to avoid scratching the surface Use only the casters supplied with your pressure fryer Thread the four casters to the flanges on the bottom corners of the fryer Use the open ended wrench supplied to tighten apply wrench at the flat surfaces on leg extensions Fig 1 The two locking casters mount at the front the nonlocking casters atthe rear i w c TIGHTEN AT FLATS Fig 1 For pressure frvers equipped with casters the installation shall be made with a connector that complies with the Standard for Connectors for Movable Gas Appliances ANSI 221 69 latest edition and CGA 6 16 latest edition and a quick disconnect device that complies with the Standard for Quick Disconnect Devices for Use with Gas Fuel ANSI Z21 41 latest edition and CAN1 6 9 latest edition Provide a restraining device for the gas line to limit movement of the frver Do not depend on the connector and any quick disconnect device or its associated piping to limit fryer movement Attach the restraint to the rear of the frver Fig 2 If disconnection of the restraint is necessary turn off the gas supply before disconnection Reconnect this restraint before turning the gas supplv on and returning the pressure frver to its origi
16. ion and ventilated air will not be obstructed Adequate clearance for air openings into the combustion chamber must be provided Make sure there is an adequate supply of air in the room to allow for combustion of the gas at the fryer burners Do not permit fans to blow directly at the pressure fryer Whenever possible avoid open windows next to the pressure fryer Avoid wall type fans which create air cross currents within the room INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS Hobart pressure fryers must be installed in accordance with In the United States 1 State and local codes 2 National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 latest edition available from The American Gas Association Inc 1515 Wilson Blvd Arlington VA 22209 3 National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition In Canada 1 Local codes 2 CAN CGA B149 1 Installation for Natural Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment latest edition 3 CAN CGA B149 2 Installation for Propane Burning Appliances and Equipment latest edition available from The Canadian Gas Association 178 Rexdale Blvd Etobicoke Ontario Canada M9W 1R3 4 Canadian Electrical Code Part 2 CSA Standard C22 1 latest edition ASSEMBLY The fryer must be restrained with adequate ties to prevent tipping when installed in order to avoid the splashing of hot liquid Installing Legs Use only the legs supplied with your pressure fryer Place the fryer on its side being careful to avoid scratching the finis
17. nal installation position STRAIN RELIEF FITTING FOR GAS LINE STRAIN RELIEF FITTING SUPPLIED BV HOBART CHAIN TO BE SUPPLIED BY OTHERS Fig 2 Exhaust Pipe Thread the 11 4 diameter exhaust pipe supplied to the top of the exhaust tank Fig 3 located at the rear of the frver EXHAUST VENT 1 1 4 DIA EXHAUST PIPE IPL 523331 Fig 3 GAS CONNECTIONS All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the action of liquified petroleum gases Recommended supply line size is 2 4 commercial flex line Location of the gas inlet is underneath the fryer on the left hand side toward the rear Pipe gas supply to the fryer Make sure the pipes are clean and free of obstructions dirt and piping compound Codes require that a gas shutoff valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the pressure fryer The orifices are set at 3 5 W C Water Column pressure for natural gas and 11 W C pressure for propane gas Amanifold pressure regulator is supplied as part of the gas control valve No adjustment should be required WARNING PRIOR TO LIGHTING CHECK ALL JOINTS IN THE GAS SUPPLY LINE FOR LEAKS USE SOAP AND WATER SOLUTION DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME After piping has been checked for leaks all piping receiving gas should be fully purged to remove air Make certain primary air supply to the main burner is properly adjusted for complete combustion
18. ns weigh 3 Ib add 1 more minute to the frying time suggested Cut chicken and bread or season as desired 14 Other Items Which May Be Prepared in the Pressure Fryer TEMP TIME FOOD F Min Chicken Fried Steak 325 8 Liver 325 4 Sweet Breads 325 4 Fish Fillets Frozen 8 Prebreaded 325 5 Shrimp Fresh 325 4 Ovsters 325 2 Lobster Tail 325 4 Scallops 325 2 Croquettes 325 3 Franks Wrapped in Bacon 325 4 Onion Rings 325 1 Asparagus 325 1 Brussel Sprouts 325 1 Corn on the Cob 325 3 DRAINING AND FILTERING OIL WARNING HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS USE CARE WHEN OPERATING CLEANING OR SERVICING THE FRYER WARNING SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS DO NOT MOVE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK WARNING DO NOT DRAIN OR FILTER OIL WHILE KETTLE IS UNDER PRESSURE To prolong oil life itis recommended that you filter the oil after 85 90 pounds 39 to 41 kg of product have been cooked Filter the cooking oil using the Hobart HMF50 or HMF85 Filter or with a vacuum style or gravity style filter by others Draining through cheesecloth will not clean the oil sufficiently for pressure frving Using the HMF50 or HMF85 Filter Follow the instructions shipped with the filter Model HPGF15 Pressure Fryer Filtering Oil During the Production Period 1 Turn thermostat power switch and gas valve OFF before draining or filling Open lid 2 Attach drain elbow supplied to drain pipe 3 P
19. osition filtering system under drain open drain valve and drain oil into filter machine 4 Using along handled brush wash sides and bottom of kettle with some remaining warm oil Rinse with warm oil 15 5 6 7 When clean close drain valve and return oil to kettle Remove drain elbow Check oil level and turn fryer on Cooking can resume when the white cooking light goes out Filtering Oil at the End of the Production Day This procedure must be done while the kettle is still warm Filtering time increases as the oil cools 1 2 10 Turn thermostat power switch and gas valve off before draining or filling Open lid Attach drain elbow supplied to drain pipe If you use filter powder diatomaceous earth follow the manufacturer s instructions and add filter powder to oil in kettle Stir with the wooden stick provided Position filtering system under drain elbow open drain valve and drain oil into filter machine Drain until approximately 2 5 cm of oil remains in the kettle Using along handled brush wash sides and bottom of kettle with remaining warm oil then finish draining tank While the oil is out of the kettle remove any excess breading from bottom of kettle Use the wooden stick provided to dislodge any material that may have collected in the kettle drain Fig 11 PL 40901 Fig 11 Place a suitable pot or vessel under drain valve outlet to receive cleaning water from ket
20. pressure 10 FILLING THE KETTLE WITH LIQUID SHORTENING Oil Capacity 40 Ib 5 gal 18 kg 19 L Use only a pure vegetable hydrogenated oil prescribed for use in pressure frvers such as Mel Fry Crystal FrvMax or Gold Label Never add suet Close drain valve Fig 7 Fill kettle with liquid shortening If you use a solid shortening melt before filling kettle If shortening is hot fill kettle to the oil level line on the side of the kettle Fig 8 If shortening is room temperature fill kettle 3 2 below the oil level line This level allows for oil expansion when heated Do not overfill Regularly add enough oil to keep the oil level in the kettle at the oil level line When changing to new oil fill to 3 4 below the oil level line DO NOT operate the fryer with no oil in the kettle OIL LEVEL LINE DRAIN VALVE HANDLE PL 40937 2 PL 41597 1 Fig 7 Fig 8 TURNING THE FRYER ON CAUTION Before turning the burner on the kettle must be filled to the correct level with liquid shortening If this is not done the kettle walls can be damaged Warpage can cause leaks To turn the fryer ON place the power switch in the ON position and set the thermostat at 325 F 163 C The burner will ignite and the white cooking light will glow indicating that the burner is calling for heat The white cooking light will glow when the oil is below the selected temperature When oil reach
21. r sponge CAUTION Always rub with the grain in a horizontal direction Do not use bleach or products containing bleach It is important to keep the fryer exterior clean and free of accumulated grease Wash all exterior surfaces at least once daily Use acloth with warm water and a mild soap or detergent Follow with a clear rinse then dry Aluminum Kettle See cleaning procedure for Model HPGF15 under FILTERING OIL AT THE END OF THE PRODUCTION DAY 17 Cleaning After Every Production Period Exhaust Tank Drain the exhaust tank atthe end of every production period while the liquid is hot The exhaust tank drain valve is located behind the front access door at the lower right 1 2 Attach drain pipe extension supplied and drain exhaust tank by turning drain valve handle up Fig 15 After draining the exhaust tank turn handle down to close drain valve then remove drain pipe extension before closing door DRAIN VALVE HANDLE EXHAUST TANK PL 40939 1 Fig 15 Weekly Cleaning More Often if Required Solenoid Assembly Fig 16 CAUTION The kettle pressure regulator in the solenoid assembly must be cleaned at least once a week during normal usage or the fryer may malfunction 1 Open the kettle lid and remove the breather elbow Fig 17 from the inside wall of the kettle Wash the elbow in hot soapy water then rinse well and allow to air dry Inspectthe two O Rings If cracked or worn
22. t the front to allow air circulation for the gas burner DO NOT BLOCK THE FRONT OF THE FRVER BEFORE FIRST USE Clean the frver with detergent or soap and warm water Rinse thoroughiv and drain Wipe completelv drv with a soft clean cloth Clean all frver accessories Rinse all parts thoroughiv after cleaning and wipe drv CONTROLS Fig 6 THERMOSTAT TIMER Y 252 c oa LS Z lt Fr 207140 15 TA q YELLOW WHITE POWER RED HI TEMP COOKING SWITCH POWER LIMIT LIGHT LIGHT PRESSURE LIGHT GAUGE Model HPGF15 Fig 6 Power Switch Model HPGF15 has a 2 position toggle switch the upper position turns electric power on and the lower position turns power off Thermostat Maintains frying temperature by cycling burner on and off Temperature ranges from 0 to 400 F 18 to 204 C Red Power Light Illluminates when power switch is placed in the ON position and power is supplied to the fryer White Cooking Light Cycles on and off ON indicates oil is below the set temperature and burner is providing heat to the fryer Yellow Hi Temp Illluminates when 450 F 232 C has been exceeded Power is temporarily cut off to Limit Light the fryer until the temperature is within normal limits Timer Buzzes at the end of the cooking cycle until you manually turn timer to the OFF position Timer ranges from 0 to 30 minutes Pressure Gauge Indicates pounds per square inch internal kettle
23. tle Close drain valve and carefully pour 2 to 3 gallons 7 6 to 11 4 L of COLD water into kettle Use a nonabrasive plastic web type nonrusting nonshredding pad to wash kettle completely Drain water Rinse kettle well with clear water Drain again Wipe kettle dry with a soft clean lint free cloth Close drain valve Wash fry basket and crumb screen in hot soapy water Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft clean cloth Raise lid by pulling back knob Fig 12 out and lifting lidup Hold back knob out until you reach desired height Release back knob to hold the lid in that position Wipe the under part of lid clean including diaphragm Fig 13 _16 BACK KNOB Fig 12 Fig 13 11 Continue with the cleaning instructions described the CLEANING section of this manual 12 Close drain valve and return oil to kettle 13 Remove drain elbow 14 Check oil level The fryer is ready for the next production period CLEANING WARNING UNPLUG ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING Daily Cleaning Stainless Steel Clean stainless steel regularly with adamp cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth Ifregular cleaning is neglected grease will be burned on and discolorations may form These may be removed by washing with any mild detergent or soap and water Particularly stubborn discolorations may be removed with a self soaping scouring pad ora paste made of water and a mild scouring powder applied with a plastic open pad o
24. tle needs to be cleaned Follow procedures described in this manual under CLEANING WEEKLY CLEANING MORE OFTEN IF REQUIRED SOLENOID ASSEMBLY If the exhaust pipe is restricted or plugged the pressure relief valve on the lid will open The kettle pressure regulator is dirty The timer is not opening the solenoid Contact your local Hobart service office Pressure releases too slowly at the end of a cooking Kettle pressure relief valve may have been incorrectly cycle positioned after cleaning Align widest opening of valve to cleanout port in solenoid block Lid will not lock DO NOT OPERATE FRYER Lid diaphragm or locking mechanism needs to be replaced Contact your local Hobart service office FORM 34709 September 2001 24 PRINTED IN U S A
25. valve O Rings snap into their grooves 18 BREATHER ELBOW SOLENOID k usss HEX NUT TEFLON GASKET IINSIDE FITTING PRESSURE RELIEF O RING PRESSURE REGLATOR L O RING 3 _ THUMB 2 as SCREW 2 4 I CLEAN mi PL 53523 E AD PORT Fig 16 Fig 17 9 Replace the thumb screw and O Ring into the cleaning port If the head of the thumb screw fails to seat against the O Ring check and correct the alignment of the valve opening to the cleanout port 10 Plug the cord back into the upper portion of the solenoid and twist clockwise to ensure a good connection Kettle Tilt Lid Clean the kettle tilt lid weekiv 1 Remove tilt lid assembiv To remove slide tilt lid clear of overarm post catch see Fig 9 and remove pivot post knurled cap Pull back knob at the left and lift up on lid until overarm bar clears pivot post Remove O Ring from underside of kettle lid bv prving it loose at one point with a plastic knife Fig 18 orother blunt thin tool Avoid slicing or gouging the O Ring Wash the O Ring separatelv in warm soapv water then rinse thoroughiv and drv with a soft clean cloth CAUTION Never use a metallic or sharp instrument to remove or insert the O Ring Wash lid assembly in warm soapv water Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft clean cloth Before replacing O Ring make certain that groove Fig 19 is free of particles and edges of groove are not sharp or burred PL
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