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    NON-CE & Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends using CFESA Certified Tec hnicians. PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 www.frymaster.com Email: service@frymaster.com *8195613* June 2009 Series FMCF, FMCFE, FMCFEC, MJCF, MJCFE, MJCFEC, KJ3FC, JCFX, J3F & J65X. CF [...]

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    ii NOTICE This appliance is intended for professional use only and is to be operated by qualified personnel only. A Frymaster/DEAN Factory Authorized Service Center (FASC) or other qualified professional should perform installation, maintenance, and repairs. Installation, maintenance, or repairs by unqualified personnel may void the m anufacturer?[...]

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    iii DANGER Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of this appliance without depending upon the gas line connection. Single fryers equipped with legs must be stabilized by installing anchor straps. All fryers equipped with casters must be stabilized by installing restraining chains. If a flexible gas line is used, an additional restra[...]

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    iv CF Series Gas Fryers TABLE OF CONTENTS P A G E # CHAPTER 1: General Information 1.1 Applicability and Validity ................................................................................................. ............. 1-1 1.2 Parts Ordering and Service Information .............................................................................[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-1 1.1 Applicability and Validity The CF Series Gas Fryer model family has been approved by the European Union for sale and installation in the 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 valid for a ll CF Series Gas Fryer unit[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-2 1.3 Safety Information Before attempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly. Your fryer is equipped with tw o automatic safety features: • High temperature detection shuts off gas to the burner assembly should the con trolling thermostat fail. • A safety switch [...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-3 1.5 Equipment Description CF Series gas fryers are specifically designed for high volume frying, especially fish, chicken and other breaded products. Models in this seri es include FMCF, FMCFE, FMCFEC, MJCF, MJCFE, MJCFEC, KJ3FC and J65X variants. (The J65X varian t is a drop-in unit without cabinetr[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-4 1.6 Installation, Operating, and Service Personnel Operating information for Frymaster equipment has been prepared for use by qualified and/or authorized personnel only, as defined in Section 1.7. All installation and service on Fry master equipmen t must be performed by qualified, certified, license[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-5 1.8 Shipping Damage Claim Procedure Your Frymaster equipment was car efully inspecte d and packed before leaving the factory. T he transportation company assum es full responsib ility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the equipment for transport. What to do if your equipment arrives damaged: 1. Fi[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-1 2.1 General Installation Requirements Qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installati on or service perso nnel, as defined in Section 1.7 of this manual, should perf orm all installation and servi ce on Frymaster equipment. Conversion of this appliance from one type of gas to another s[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-2 CLEARANCE AND VENTILATION 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 Frymaster/Dean Service Hotline at 1-800-551-8633. DANGER This appliance must be installed with su fficient ventilati[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-3 NATIONAL CODE REQUIREMENTS The type of gas for which the fryer is equipped is stamped on the data plate a ttached to the inside of the fryer door. Connect a fryer stamped "NAT" onl y to natural gas, thos e stamped "PRO" only to propane gas, and those stamped "M F[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-4 If necessary, the user should consult the d ealer or an experienced radio and television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the booklet "H ow to Identify and Resolve Ra dio-T V Interference Problems" helpful. It is prepared by the Federal Communi cations C[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-5 3. Level fryers equipped with legs by screwing out the legs approximately 1 inch, and then adjust them so that the fryer is level a nd at th e proper height in the exhaust hood. Frymaster recommends that the m inimum distance from the flue outlet to the bottom edge of the filter be 24 in[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-6 2.4 Connection to Gas Line DANGER Before connecting new pipe to this a ppliance, the pipe must be blown out thoroughly to remove all foreign material. Foreign material in the burner and gas controls will cause improper and dangerous operation. DANGER When pressure-testing incoming gas su[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-7 Ga s Conne ct ion P i pe S i z e s [ M ini m um i ncom ing pi pe s iz e s houl d be 1- 1/2" ( 38 m m ) ] N atur al 3/4" ( 19 m m ) 1" ( 25 m m ) 1- 1/4" ( 33 m m ) P r opane 1/2" ( 13 m m ) 3/4" ( 19 m m ) 1" ( 25 m m ) M anuf ac tur ed 1" ( 25 m m[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-8 3. Close the fryer drain valve and fill the frypot with water and boil-out so lution to the bottom OIL- LEVEL line at the rear of the frypot. Light the fryer and perform th e boil-out procedures that are described in the "Lighting Instructions" and "B oiling Out the Frypot[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-9 DANGER This appliance was configured at the factory for a specific type of gas. Converting from one type of gas to another requires the installation of specific gas-conversion components. DANGER Switching to a different type of gas with out installing the proper conversion kit may result[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2-10 The following gas-conversion components and kits are available from your FASC: CE Only: Propane (G31) to Natural (G20/G2 5) Regulator only: P/N 810-1292 Pilot, regulator, and orifices kit: P/N 826-1478 Natural (G20/G25) to Propane (G31) Regulator only: P/N 810-1292 Pilot, regulator, and[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-1 3.1 Start-Up Procedure DANGER Never operate this appliance with an empty frypot. The frypot must be filled with water (non-KFC co-branded locations) or c ooking oil/shortenin g before lighting the burners. Failure to do so will dama ge the frypot and may cause a fire. WARNING The on-site su[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-2 ACCESSING THE PILOT The pilot is mounted on the left side of the burner manifold and is accessed through an opening in the front frypot insulation. Swing th e round cover open and inse rt a long match or taper through the hole (see photo) when lighting the pilot. LIGHTING THE PILOT ON NON-C[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-3 LIGHTING THE PILOT ON FRYERS WITH CE HONEYWELL GAS VALVES 1. Ensure power to the unit is OFF, and then press the OFF (red) button. Wait 5 minutes. 2. Place a flame near the pilot assem bly, push and hol d the PILOT (white) button in, light the pilot, and continue to depress the button for a[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-4 For units equipped with other than Thermosta t Controls (non-KFC co-branded locations) Place the computer/controller ON/O FF switch in the ON position and set the controller to – or program the computer for – the desired c ook ing temperature, referred to as th e setpoint . The U-shaped[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-5 5. For units equipped with a Computer Magic III.5 Computer : • Press the Power switch followed by the Program Mode switch . will appear in the left display. • Enter the code number (1653). The right display will read . The temperature is automatically set for 195°F (91° C). The fryer [...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3-6 3.3 Shutting the Fryer Down For short-term shut down during the workday, pl ace the fryer power switch in the OFF position and put the frypot covers in place (if the fryer is so equipped). When shutting the fryers down at closing time , place the fryer power switch in the OFF position, plac[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-1 4.1 Draining and Manual Filtering WARNING The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made a ware of the inherent hazards of operating a hot oil filtering system, particularly the aspects of oil filtration, draining and cleaning procedures. DANGER Draining and fil[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-2 If you are using a Frymaster filter cone holder, be sure that the cone holder rests securely on the metal container. 3. Open the drain valve slowly to avoid splattering. If the drai n valve becomes clogged with food particles, use the Fryer’s Friend (poker-like tool) to clear the blockag[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-3 4.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Operation The Filter Magic II filtration system allows the oil in one frypot to be filtered while the other frypots in a battery remain in operation. Improper filter support screen p lacement, improper fi lter pa per placement and incorrect filter powd[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-4 4.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Operation (cont.) 3. Wipe any debris and excess oil from the bottom of the pan. The paper must lay flat and seal around the edges for proper filtration. Replace th e filter paper support screen removed in Step 2. NOTE: Failure to replace the paper supp[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-5 4.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Operation (cont.) 6. Sprinkle filter powder over the filter paper. For powder quantity, see the filter powder manufacturer’s instructio ns. 7. Replace the crumb tray in the filter pan. 8. Install the filter in to the cabinet. Ensure th e pan connecti[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-6 OPERATION OF THE FILTER UNIT CAUTION NEVER operate the filter unit unless the o il is at operating temperature [~350°F (~177°C)]. 1. To filter the oil, bring oil to operating temperature and turn the fryer power OFF. Then open the drain valve on the fryer you have selected to be filtered[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-7 DANGER DO NOT operate the filt er without the Power Shower in place. Hot oil will spray out of the fryer and may cause injury. 3. Snap the Power Shower into the frypot. Ensure the cleanout plugs are in place before activating filter pump. Af ter all oil has drained from the pot, PULL the f[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4-8 5. Remove the Power Shower and a llow it to drain. Ensure the drain valve is fully closed (arrow). Turn the fryer ON and allo w the oil to reach setpoint. NOTE: Ensure the fryer drain valve is fully closed before turning the fry er on. If the drain valve is not fully closed, the controller[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-1 5.1 Fryer Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services DAILY CHECKS AND SERVICES Inspect Fryer and Accessories for Damage Look for loose or frayed wires and cords, leaks, fore ign material in frypot or inside cabinet, and any other indications that the fryer and accesso ries are not ready a[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-2 WEEKLY CHECKS AND SERVICES Check Recovery Time Recovery Time is the amount of tim e it takes the fryer to increase the frypot temperature from 250 ° F (121 ° C) to 300 ° F (149 ° C). It is a measure of the fryer’s efficiency, and it should be no more than 3 minutes and 30 seconds. I[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-3 If your fryer is not equipped with the built-in Filter Ma gic II Filtration system, the oil m ust be drained into another suitab le container. For safe, convenient dr aining and disposal of used oil, Frymaster recommends the use of our shortening disposal unit (SDU). The SDU is available [...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-4 Check Thermostat Controller Thermostat Calibration (This check applies only to units equi pped with Thermostat Controllers) 1. Ensure frypot is filled with cooking oil or shortening. 2. Set the temperature control knob to 325 ° F (162 ° C) and insert a good grade thermometer or pyromete[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-5 SEMI-ANNUAL CHECKS AND SERVICES Check Burner Manifold Pressure DANGER This task should be performed by qualified service personnel only. Contact FASC to arrange this service. 5.2 Filter Magic II Filtration Sy stem Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services The Filter Magic II Filtration S[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-6 5.3 Annual/Periodic System Inspection This appliance should be inspected and adjusted periodically by qualified service personnel as part of a regular kitchen maintenance program. Frymaster recommends that this appliance be inspecte d at least annually by a Factory Authorized Service Tech[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-7 Built-In Filtration System • Inspect all oil-return and drai n lines for leaks and verify th at all connections are tight. • Inspect the filter pan for leaks and cleanliness. If there is a large accum ulation of crumbs in the crumb basket, advise the owner/operator that the crumb bask[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLE SHOOTING 6-1 6.1 Introduction This chapter provides an easy reference guide to the more common problem s that may occur during the operation of your equipment. The troubleshooting guides in this chapter are intended to help you correct, or at least accurately di agnose, problems with your equipment. [...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-2 6.2 Troubleshooting Fryers with Solid State (Analog), Digital, or CM I II.5 Controllers PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION A. Pilot not lit. A. Light pilot per instructions in Chapter 3 of this manual. B. Drain valve open. B. Verify that drain valve is fully closed. C. No electrica[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-3 6.2 Troubleshooting Fryers with Solid State (Analog), Digital, or CM I II.5 Controllers (cont.) PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION CM III.5 will not go into programming mode. (cont.) B. Failed controller. B. If available, substitute controller known to be good for suspect controlle[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-4 6.3 Troubleshooting Fryers with Thermostat Controls PROBLEM Probable Causes Corrective Action A. Pilot is not lit. A. Light pilot per instructions in Chapter 3 of this manual. B. Drain valve not fully closed. B. Verify drain valve is fully closed. C. No electrical power to unit. C. Verify[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-5 6.4 Troubleshooting the Built-In Filtration System (cont.) PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION B. Failed filter handle microswitch. Test : If this is a multi-pot f ryer, attempt to operate the p ump using a different handle. If the pump starts, the handle microswitch is out of align[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-6 6.4 Troubleshooting the Built-In Filtration System (cont.) PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION B. Improperly installed or prepared filter pan components. Test : Close the drain valve. Move the filter handle to the OFF position, pull the filter pan (and Power Shower, if so equipped) [...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-7 6.5 Troubleshooting Abnormal Burner Operation PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION Flame is visible above flue opening and burner is excessively noisy. A. Burner gas pressure is too high. B. Gas valve vent tube clogged. C. Gas valve regulator defective. A. Call FASC to adjust pressur[...]

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    CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6-8 6.6 Replacing the Controller or Controller Wiring Harness 1. Disconnect the fryer from the electrical supply. 2. The controller bezel is held in place by tabs at the top and bottom. Slide the b ezel up to disengage the lower tabs. The slide the bezel down to disengage the upper tabs. 3. R[...]

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    Shipping Address: 8700 Line Av enue, Shreveport, Louisiana 71106 TEL 1-318-865-1711 FAX (Parts) 1-318- 219-7140 FAX (Tech Support) 1-318-219-7135 Price: $12.00 PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES SERVICE HOTLINE 1-800-551-8633 819-5613 June 2009[...]