Frymaster Protector Series manual

Frymaster, a member of the Co mmercial Food Equipm ent Serv ice Association, recommends using CFES A Certified Tec hnicians. 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 APRIL 2008 www.frymaster.com E-mail: service@frymaster.com *8196339* PROTECTOR ® SERIES GAS FRYERS Installation & Operation Manual[...]

ii NOTICE IF, DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE CUST OMER USES A PART FOR THIS ENODIS EQUIPMENT OTHER TH AN AN UNMODIFIED NEW OR RECYCLED PART PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM FRYMASTER DEAN, OR ANY OF ITS AUTH ORIZED SERVICE CENTERS, AND/OR THE PART BEIN G USED IS MODIFIED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION, THI S WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. FURTHER, FRYMAST ER DEAN[...]

iii DANGER No structural material on the fryer should be altered or removed to accommodate placement of the fryer under a hood. Questions? Call the Frymaster Dean Service Hotline at 1-800-551-8633. DANGER Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of this appliance without depending upon the gas line connection. Single fryers equipped wi[...]

1-1 PROTECTOR ® SERIES GAS FRYER CHAPTER 1: GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 Applicability and Validity The Protector ® Series Gas Fryer with SMART4U ® technology has been approved by the European Union for sale and installation in th e following EU countries: AT, BE, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, IE, IT, LU, NL, NO, PT and SE. This manual is applicable to and[...]

1-2 1.3 Computer Information for the CM7 Computers FCC COMPLIANCE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim its for a Class A digital device, pur- suant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. While this device is a verified Class A device, it has been shown to meet the Class B limits. These lim its are designed to provide reasonable pro[...]

1-3 1.5 Equipment Description Protector ® Series high-efficiency gas fr yers employ a unique infrared burner system that uses up to 43% less energy to cook the same volume as conventi onal open-burner fryers. Models in this series include FPGL30 variants. FPGL30 models have a built-in FootPrint Pro filtration system located under the leftmost two [...]

1-4 QUALIFIED INSTALLATION PERSONNEL Qualified installation personnel are individuals, firm s, corporations, and/or comp anies which, either in person or through a representative, are engaged in and are responsible for the installation of gas- fired appliances. Qualified personnel must be expe rienced in such work, be familiar with all gas precauti[...]

1-5 When ordering parts, the following information is required: Model Number: Serial Number: Type of Gas or Voltage: Item Part Number: Quantity Needed: Service information may be obtained by contacting your local FASC/Distributor. Service m ay also be obtained by calling the Frymaster Service Department at 1-800-551-8633 or 1-318-865-1711 or by e-m[...]

2-1 PROTECTOR ® SERIES GAS FRYER CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 General Installation Requirements Qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installati on or service personnel, as defined in Section 1.7 of this manual, should perform all installa tion and service on Frymaster equipment. Conversion of this appliance from one type of gas to an[...]

2-2 DANGER No structural material on the fryer shoul d be altered or removed to accommodate placement of the fryer under a hood. Questi ons? Call the Fry master Dean Service Hotline at 1-800-551-8633. One of the most important considerations of effi cient fryer operation is ventilation. Make sure the fryer is installed so that products of combusti [...]

2-3 2. The appliance must be isolated from the ga s supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than ½ psi (3.5 kPa). 2.1.3 Electrical Gr ounding Requirements All electrically operated appliances must be grounde d in accordance wi[...]

2-4 After the fryer has been positioned under the exhaust hood, ensure the following has been accomplished: 1. Adequate means must be provided to lim it th e movem ent of fryers without depending upon the gas line connections. If a flexible gas hose is us ed, a restraining cable must be connected at all times when the fryer is in use. The restraini[...]

2-5 2.4 Connection to Gas Line DANGER Before connecting new pipe to this applia nce, the pipe must be blown out thor- oughly to remove all foreign material. For eign material in the burner and gas con- trols will cause improper and dangerous operation. DANGER The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply pi[...]

2-6 * For distances of more than 20 feet (6 m) and/or more than 4 fittings or elbows, increase the connection by one pipe size. The Protector ® Series gas fryer has received the CE ma rk for the countries and gas categories indicated in the table below. NOTE: The nominal heat input (QN) is 21kW except for AT, DE, LU and category 3P/B, which is 23k[...]

2-7 When using thread compound, use very sm all amounts on male threads only. Use a pipe thread compound that is not affected by the chemical action of LP gases (Loctite™ PST56765 Sealant is one such compound). DO NOT apply compound to the first two threads. Doing so m ay allow some of the compound to enter the gas stream , re sulting in clogging[...]

2-8 2.5 Converting to another Gas Type DANGER This appliance was configured at the factory fo r a specific ty pe of gas. Converting from one type of gas to another requires the installation of specific gas-conversion compo- nents. Conversion instructions are included with conversion kits. Switching to a different type of gas w ithout installing the[...]

2-9 2.6 Positioning the Fryer 1. Once the fryer has been positioned at the frying st ation, use a carpenter’s level placed across the top of the frypot to verify that the unit is level, both side-to-side and front-to-back. To level fryers, adjust the casters being careful to ensure the fryer(s) are at the proper height in the frying station. When[...]

3-1 PROTECTOR ® SERIES GAS FRYER CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND THE PROTECTOR ® SERIES GAS FRYER[...]

3-2 3.1 Controller Operation and Programming Protector ® Series gas fryers are equipped with CM-7 computers (illustrated below). Refer to the CM7 Computer Operating Instructions in Chapter 4 for the computer programm ing and operating procedures. CM7 COMPUTER 3.2 Equipment Setup and Start-Up Procedures WARNING The on-site supervisor is responsible[...]

3-3 1. Fill the frypot with cooking oil to the bottom OIL LEVEL line located on the rear of the frypot. This will allow for oil expansion as heat is app lied. Do not fill cold oil any higher than the bot- tom line; overflow may occur as heat expands the oil. 2. Ensure that the power cord(s) are plugged into the appropriate receptacle(s). Verify tha[...]

3-4 Right Vi ewi ng Port s Lef t Vi ewing Por t s ar e behi nd t he mot or housi ngs . The optimum burn is a bright orange-red glow. If a blue flam e is observed, or if there are dark spots on a burner face, adjust the air gas mixture as fo llows: On the side of the blower housing opposite the motor is a plate with a locking nut. Loosen the nut eno[...]

3-5 3.5 Oil Attendant™ Automatic Top-Off Oil is continually topped off in the frypots from a reservoir in the cabinet. The reservoir holds a 35 pound box of oil. In a typical operation this will last approximately two days before changing. Components of the system are annotated at the right (see Figure 1). NOTE: The system is intended to top off [...]

3-6 1. Open the cabinet and slide the JIB from the cabinet (see Figure 5). Figure 5 2. Remove the cap and pour any remaining oil in the container into all fry vats equally (see Figure 6). Figure 6 3. With the jug upright remove the cap and foil seal (see Figure 7). Figure 7 4. Put the tube in the new full container (see Figure 8). Figure 8 5. Slide[...]

4-1 PROTECTOR ® SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: CM7 COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 CM7 General Information Welcome to the CM7, a computer that has one-b utton cooking and the utility of 40-product menu capability. The computer is easy to use. One butto n push starts a cook cycle for an item cooked in a dedicated vat. The same flexible computer on a m ulti[...]

4-2 4.2 Basic Operation[...]

4-3 4.3 Cooking with Mu lti-Product Display[...]

4-4 4.4 Cooking with Dedicated Display Hold is displayed when the quality time has elapsed. Pressing the cook channel button restores the display to FR FRIES and the unit is ready for cooking. Pressing the cook channel button now will launch a cook cycle and end the quality countdown. 1 9 10 11 1 Press a cook channel button to begin the cook cycle.[...]

4-5 4.5 Changing from Breakfast Setup to Lunch[...]

4-6 4.6 Changing from Lunch Setup to Breakfast[...]

4-7 4.7 CM7 Button Description and Functions 4.7.1 Navigation Buttons The menu on the CM7 uses 34 and tu buttons to navigate the various menus and submenus (see Figure 1). Figure 1 When programming, the left screen shows a menu or submenu item . The righ t screen is for data entry. Data is entered with alpha-numeric charac ters, scrolling through l[...]

4-8 4.8 CM7 Menu Summary Tree Reflected below are the major programm ing sections in the CM7 and the order in which submenu headings will be found under the sections in the Installation and Operation Manual. Adding New Product Menu Items See section 4.10.2 Storing Product Menu Items in Product Buttons See section 4.10.3 Temperature Conversion from [...]

4-9 4.9 Setup Mode Programming The computer, upon initial power up or when accessed from Tech Mode, enters setup mode. These parameters need to be set to allow the com puters functions to operate correc tly. The setup sets the time, date, date format, language, f ryer type, vat t ype, oil system type and the temperature f ormat. These settings shou[...]

4-10 8. With the desired sele ction displayed, press the 9 ( 1 ) button (see Figure 11). Figure 11 The computer displays ENTER TIME on the left and AM on the right if 12 hours system is chosen. 9. Use the 3 and 4 buttons (see Figure 12) to toggle between am and pm . Figure 12 10. With the desired sel ection displayed, press the 9 ( 1 ) button (see [...]

4-11 16. Use the 3 and 4 buttons (see Figure 19) to toggle between elec and gas . Figure 19 17. With the desired sel ection displayed, press the 9 ( 1 ) button (see Figure 20). Figure 20 The computer displays VAT type on the left and SPLIT on the right. 18. Use the 3 and 4 buttons (see Figure 21) to toggle between split and full . Figure 21 19. Wit[...]

4-12 4.10 CM7 Common Tasks Covered in this section are common tasks used in stores: 1. Escaping out of a menu or sub-menu. 2. Adding new product items. 3. Storing menu items in product buttons. 4. Temperature conversion from F to C. 4.10.1 Escape Menu Items To escape from MENUS or SUB-MENUS , press the 8 (2) button (Figure 27). Figure 27 4.10.2 Add[...]

4-13 6. With the desired temperature entered, press the ▼ button (see Figure 33) two times to lock in the setpoint and continue. Figure 33 The computer displays Product selection . 7. With Product selection displayed, press the 9 ( 1 ) button (see Figure 34). Figure 34 Computer displays PRODUCT Selection changing to select product. 8. With Select[...]

4-14 15. Press the u button (see Figure 42) to save the cook time and scroll to the COOK ID . Figure 42 16. A blinking P 1 is displayed on the right. Follow the inst ructions in step eleven to enter a four- letter name for the products which alternates with the cook time during a cook cycle. 17. Press the u button (see Figure 43) to save the cook I[...]

4-15 24. With sensitivity displayed on the left and 0 displayed on the right, use the number keys (see Figure 49) to enter a number between 0-9. Figure 49 25. Press the u button (see Figure 50) to save sensitiv ity and scroll to assign btn . Figure 50 26. Press and hold for three seconds an unassigned butto n between 1-0 to assign the product. The [...]

4-16 6. Once the button is assigned, press the u button (see Figure 58) to save the assigned button. The computer displays name on the left with the product (ex. WINGS ) on the right. Figure 58 7. If no further programming is necessary, press the 8 (2) button (see Figure 59) twice to return to setpoint temperature prompt. Figure 59 8. Press the 8 ([...]

4-17 DANGER Never leave the fryer unattended during the bo il-out process. If the boil-out solution boils over, press and hold the 8 (2) button for five seconds, then release the button to cancel boil-out immediately and let th e solution cool for a few minutes before resuming the process. 5. With the computer OFF , press the UNLOCK button once (se[...]

4-18 14. Allow the solution to cool to 100°F (38°C), then drain into a METAL stockpot or similar METAL container. When draining is finishe d, close the fryer drain valve securely. DANGER Allow solution to c ool to 100°F (38°C) before dr aining into an appropriate METAL container for disposal. WARNING Do not drain boil-out solution into a s hort[...]

4-19 4.12 Manager Mode 1. With the computer OFF , press the UNLOCK button twice (see Figure 71). The computer displays MANAGER and sounds an audible alert. Figure 71 2. Press the 9 ( 1 ) button (see Figure 72). Figure 72 The computer displays ENTER Code and sounds an audible alert. 3. Enter 4321 (see Figure 73). The computer displays MANAGER MODE c[...]

4-20 8. Press the 9 ( 1 ) button (see Figure 77). Figure 77 The computer displays volume 1-9 on the left and 1 on the right. 9. Use the number keys to set volume level (see Figure 78) . Select from nine levels of volume with 0 being off, 1 the softest and 9 the loudest. Figure 78 10. Press the u UNLOCK button to accept the sele ction and to scroll [...]

4-21 4.13 SENSITIVITY SETTINGS CHART Sensitivity Settings for Various Products Product 350° F/176° C Sensitivity Setting Chicken chicken fillet, 1 ¼ oz. 3:25 5 chicken fillet (frozen), 4 oz. 4:20 5 chicken patty (frozen), 5 oz. 6:15 5 frozen chicken 5 fresh chicken, 9 piece s 5 Potatoes steak fries 3:43 5 regular fries, ½-inch 3:16 5 shoestring[...]

5-1 PROTECTOR ® SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of the inherent hazards of operating a hot oil filtering system, particularly the aspects of oil filtration, draining and cleaning procedures. 5.1 Draining and Manual Filtering DANGER Drainin[...]

5-2 DANGER NEVER attempt to clear a clogged drain valve fr om the front of the valve! Hot oil will rush out creating the potential for severe burns. DANGER DO NOT hammer on the drain valve with the cleanout rod or other objects. Damage to the ball inside will result in leaks and will void the Frymaster warranty. 4. After draining the oil, clean al [...]

5-3 5.2.1 Preparation for Use with Filter Paper or Filter Pad 1. Pull the filter pan out from the cabinet and remove the crumb tray, hold-down ring, filter paper and filter screen. (See Figure 1) Clean all components with a solution of detergent and hot water, then dry thoroughly. The pan cover must not be removed except for cleaning, interior acce[...]

5-4 5. When the hold-down ring is in position, if using filter paper, sprinkle one packet of filter powder evenly over the paper. (See Figure 4) If using a filter pad , position the hold down ring on top of the pad. DO NOT use filter powder with the pad. Figure 4 6. Replace the crumb tray in the filter pan, then pus h th e filter pan back into the [...]

5-5 4. Replace the Magnasol filter assembly in the filter pan, ensuring that the f itting on the bottom of the assembly is secure ly seated in the port in the bottom of the pan. Sprinkle one packet of the Magnasol XL filter pow der evenly over the scree n. 5. Replace the crumb tray, then push the filte r pan back into the fryer, positioning it all [...]

5-6 DANGER NEVER attempt to clear a clogged drain valve fr om the front of the valve! Hot oil will rush out creating the potential for severe burns. DANGER DO NOT hammer on the drain valve with the cleanout rod or other objects. Damage to the ball inside will result in leaks and will void the Frymaster warranty. 6. After the oil has drained from th[...]

5-7 WARNING Use caution and wear appropriate safety e quipment when resetting the filter pump reset switch. Resetting the switch must be accomplished with care to avoid the possibility of a serious burn caused by careless maneuvering ar ound a drain tube and around a frypot. 10. Ensure the drain valve is full y closed. (If the drain valve is not fu[...]

5-8 Cleaning 1. Clean the two frame pieces, outer screens, and gr id using a good quality degreaser and hot water from a spray nozzle. The groove in the seal fr am e pieces can be cleaned with the edge of a Scotch-Brite™ or similar cleaning pad. 2. At each scheduled boil-out, disassemble the leaf filter ass embly and place in the frypot being boi[...]

5-9 5.5 Draining and Disposing of Waste Oil When cooking oil is exhausted, drai n the oil into an appropriate METAL container for transport to the disposal container. Frymaster recommends th e use of the Frym aster Shortening Disposal Unit (SDU). NOTE: If using an SDU built before January 2004 th e filter pan cover must be removed to allow the unit[...]

6-1 PROTECTOR ® SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 6.1 FRYER PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND SERVICE DANGER The crumb tray in fry ers equipped with a f ilter system must be emptied into a fire- proof container at the end of frying opera tions each day . Some food particles can spontaneously combust if left soaki ng in certain [...]

6-2 There are no periodic preventive maintenance check s and services required for your FootPrint Pro Filtration System other than daily cleaning of the filter pan with a solution of hot water and detergent. If you notice that the system is pumping slowly or not at all, verify that the filter pan screen is on the bottom of the filter pan, with the [...]

6-3 6.5 QUARTERLY CHECKS AND SERVICE 6.5.1 Clean Combustion Air Blower Assembly 1. Disconnect the blower wiring harness and remove the four blower moun ting nuts (see Figure 1 below). Figure 1 2. Remove the three fasteners that secure the bl ower motor assem bly to the blower housing, and separate the two components (see Figure 2). Remove these fas[...]

6-4 3. Wrap the motor with plastic wrap to prevent water f rom entering it. Spray degreaser or detergent on the blower wheel and the blower housi ng. Allow it to soak for five minutes. Rinse the wheel and housing with hot tap water, then dry with a clean cloth (see Figure 3). Blower Hous ing Blower W heel W ra p t he mot or and wires with plast ic [...]

6-5 or close the air intake opening until a bright orange -red glow is obtained. Carefully hold the plate in position and tighten the locking nut(s). TYPICAL BLOWER ASSEMBLY SOME CE BL OW ER ASSEMBLIES MAY BE CONFIGURE D THIS W AY 6.6 SEMI-ANNUAL CHECKS AND SERVICE 6.6.1 Clean Gas Valve Vent Tube NOTE: This procedure is not required fo r fryers con[...]

6-6 Frymaster recommends that a Factory Authorized Service T echnician inspect this appliance at least annually as follows: 6.7.1 Fryer • Inspect the cabinet inside and out, front and rear for oil. • Verify that the flue opening is not obstructed by debris or accumulations of solidified oil. • Verify that burners and associated components (i [...]

6-7 − Close all oil return valves (i.e., place all oil return handles in the OFF position). Verify proper functioning of each oil return valve by activating the filter pump using the lever on one of the oil return microswitches. No air bubbles should be visible in any frypot. − Verify that the filter pan is properly prepared fo r filtering, the[...]

7-1 PROTECTOR ® SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1 Introduction This chapter provides an easy reference guide to some of the com mon problems that m ay occur during the operation of your equipment. The troubl eshooting guides that follow are intended to help you correct, or at least accurately diagnose, probl ems with your e[...]

7-2 7.2 Troubleshooting Fryers 7.2.1 Computer and Heating Problems PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION A. Computer not turned on. A. Press the ON/OFF switch to turn the computer on. B. No power to fryer. B. Verify that the fryer is plugged in and that the circuit breaker is not tripped. No displa y on the computer. C. Computer, wiring harness[...]

7-3 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Heat indicator is on and blower is running, but burner will not ignite. Blown fuse on interface board or ignition module. Replace fuse. 7.2.2 Error Messages and Display Problems Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action CM7 display is in wrong temperature scale (Fahrenheit or Celsius). Incorrect display[...]

7-4 Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action Heat indicator off upon initial startup. Display shows hi or hot with alarm sounding. Failed computer, damaged wiring harness or connector. Call your FASC. Computer locks up. Computer error. Turn the computer OFF and then ON again. If problem persists, contact your FASC. 7.2.3 Filtration Problems PROBLE[...]

7-5 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Filter pump runs, but oil return is very slow and bubbling oil occurs. A. Paper/screen clogged. B. Improperly installed filter pan components. C. Attempting to filter with oil that is not hot enough. A. Paper/screen needs changed or cleaned. B. If using filter paper configuration, verify that filter scr[...]

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