Pitco Frialator L20-378 manual

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    Installation & Operation Manual L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) IMPORTANT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please complete this information and retain this manual for the life of the equipment: Model #: ___________________________ Serial #: ___________________________ Date Purchased: ____________________ ENGLISH Covering all Solstice & Solstice Supreme With Matc[...]

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    TO THE PURCHASER, OW NER AND STORE MANAGER Please review these warnings prio r to posting them in a prom inent location for reference. ii L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) TO THE PURCHASER Post in a prominent location the in structions to be followed in the event that an o perator smell s gas. Obtain th is information from your local gas su pplier. WA RNI NG D[...]

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    L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 3 1.  INSTALLATION ................................................................................... 6  1.1.  CHECKING YOUR NEW APPLIANCE .......................................................................................... 6  1.2.  INSTALLATION CLEARANCES .................................................[...]

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    4 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 2.4.  COOKING ....................................................................................................................... .............. 23  2.4.1.  TIMER OPER ATION ............................................................................................................. 2 3  2.4.2.  BASKET LIF[...]

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    L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 5 4.  TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................... 31  4.1.  POWER FAILURE ........................................................................................................................ 31  4.2.  HIGH TEMPERATURE LIMIT SWITCH...................................[...]

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    INSTALLATION 6 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 1. INSTALLATION 1.1. CHECKING YOUR NEW APPLIANCE Your new Pitco appliance has been carefully pack ed into one crate. Every effort has been made to ensure that it is delivered to you in perfect condition. As you unpack your new appliance, in spect each of the pieces for damage. If something is damaged, DO NOT si [...]

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    INSTALLATION L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 7 1. Remove the two self-drilling screws fro m the top, back area of the appliance. 2. Position the heat deflector so that the angled po rtion of the deflector is facing toward the fro nt of appliance. Secure the heat deflector to the back of the unit using the two previ ously removed fasteners. 3. When properly i[...]

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    INSTALLATION 8 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 1.4.1. GAS CONNECTION Your gas appliance will give you peak p erformance when the gas supply line is of sufficient size to provide the correct gas pressure. The gas line must be install ed to meet the local building codes or National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 Latest Edition. In Canada, in stall the appliance in [...]

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    INSTALLATION L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 9 1.4.5. CE GAS TABLE (NOT APPLICABLE TO ALL MODELS) Refer to the following table for gas spe cifications for the country of use. If the country of use is NOT listed, refer to the inform ation stamped on the data plate. NOTICE If this appliance cannot be adjusted to per form correctly contact your local authori ze[...]

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    INSTALLATION 10 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) AT, BG , CH, CZ, DK, EE, F I , G B, G R, HU, I E, IT, LT, LV, N O , P L, PT , R O , E S , SI, SK , SE , I 2H LU I 2E FR I 2ESI BE G20/G25 I 2E+ NO DE G20/G25 I 2ELL YES NL G25 I 2L 25 #44 YE S 2. 6 B G, C H , C Y , CZ , FR , DE , GB, G R , H U, IE , IT, LU , MT, N L, PL, PT, R O, E S, SI, SK , TR LP G 31 I 3P 2[...]

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    INSTALLATION L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 11 A T, B G , C H , C Z , D K , E E , FI, GB , G R , H U , IE , IT, L T, L V, N O, PL , PT , RO , E S , SI, SK , SE , I 2H LU I 2E FR I 2ESI BE G20/ G25 I 2E+ NO DE G20/ G25 I 2EL L YES NL G25 I 2L 25 #44 YE S 2. 6 B G, C H , C Y , CZ , FR , D E , G B , GR , H U , IE , IT, LU , MT , N L, PL , PT, R O , E S, S I, S[...]

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    INSTALLATION 12 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) A ppl i anc e M odel Number Height with Legs ( c m) Wi dt h in (c m ) Dept h i n (c m ) A pprox i m at e S hi ppi ng Wei ght lb s ( k g ) T o t al Cook A r ea c m 2 S G C 30-9/ 32" (76. 9) 14 (35. 6) 14 (35. 6) 150 (68. 04) 196 (1267. 3) S G 14, 14R 14 (35. 6) 14 (35. 6) 208 (95) 196 (1267. 3) S G 14T , S [...]

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    INSTALLATION L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 13 Nat #4 3 4. 0 LP #54 10. 0 Nat #41 4. 0 Nat 2. 4 mm 0. 9 LP #53 10. 0 LP 1. 5 mm 2. 5 Nat #38 4. 0 Nat 2. 6 mm 0. 9 LP . 062" 10.0 LP . 062" 2.5 Nat #43 4. 0 Nat # 44 0. 9 LP 1. 45 mm 10. 0 LP #55 2. 5 Nat #41 4. 0 Nat 2. 3 mm 0. 9 LP #53 10. 0 LP 1. 5 mm 2. 5 Nat #4 1 4. 0 LP #53 10. 0 Nat #4 6 4. 0 [...]

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    INSTALLATION 14 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 1.5. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS It is advised that this power supply be plugge d into a wall receptacle that is controlled by the ventilation control. This will prevent the applia nce from being operated without the ventilator on. If your appliance require s an electrical connection, the powe r requirements are lis[...]

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    INSTALLATION L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 15 If your appliance is equipped with SPIN FRESH TM , the tank enclosure can interfere with the performance of pre-existing fire safety systems. Modifications to the fire safety system should be performed by a profession al who is qualified in installing, designin g and maintaining your fire safety system prior to[...]

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    INSTALLATION 16 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) ON OFF DRAIN VALVE CLOSED Solid State I/0 ON/OFF Switch Solid State Melt Switch To perform these adjustments the following tools will be needed:  Manometer  Digital Thermometer (Temperatu re Probe)  DC Microammeter  DC Voltmeter 1.8.1. FILLING THE APPLIANCE Refer to the following procedure to fill t[...]

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    INSTALLATION L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 17 OFF ON A) Burner Pressure Tap B) Pilot Adjustment Screw Cap C) ON/OFF Knob D) Burner Pressure Adjustment Screw Cap E) Inlet Pressure Tap 1.8.3. PILOT FLAME ADJUSTMENT Perform this procedure with the pilot lit. Note: This procedure requires the us e of a DC microammeter. 1. Connect the DC microammeter bet ween t[...]

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    INSTALLATION 18 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 5. When the pressure is correct, replace th e regulator adjustment screw cover. 6. Turn off the ALL appliances, shut the main ga s valve to your Pitco appliance an d remove the pressure gauge. Apply pipe joint compound to the manifold pre ssure tap plug and reinstall it. 1.9. INITIAL CLEANING When your applianc[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 19 2. OPERATION An operator’s manual for your applian ce’s specific control type should be includ ed with this manual. Refer to that manual prior to operating this appli ance. 2.1. OPERATIONAL FEATURES The diagram below outlines some of the key operational components of your appliance. Refer to the[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 20 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 2.1.1. BASIC OPERATIONAL FEATURES 1. Cook Tank 2. Front Panel If the appliance is equipped with a computer or digital controller , it will be located on the front panel. 3. Door ( Shown Open) Provides access to, the drain valve handle, tank drain outlet and hig h temperature reset button Solid State[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 21 1. Fill Line 2. Heat Tubes 3. Solid Shortening 4. Excessive Air Gaps 16. Filter Pan Oil drained from the cook tank goes into the filter pan. Filter media is located inside the filter pan. 17. Flush Hose Connection (if equipped) Connect the flush hose here when using the flush hose feature. 18. Flush[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 22 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) Solid State I/0 ON/OFF Switch 3. Once the appliance tank is firmly packe d with shortening, the shortening mu st be melted. If your appliance has a Melt Cycle opt ion, use this to melt the sh ortening automatically. 2.3. APPLIANCE START UP Refer to the following procedure to start the applian ce pri[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 23 Typical Timer Buttons* 7 x 14 in (17. 8 x 35 . 6 c m) 14 x 14 i n (35. 6 x 35 . 6 c m ) 18 x 18 i n (45. 7 x 45 . 7) 14 x 18 i n (35. 6 x 45. 7 c m ) 18 x 14 i n (45. 7 x 35. 6 c m ) 1. 5 LB S (0. 68k g) 3 LB S (1. 36 k g) 5 LB S (2. 27 k g) 3 LB S (1. 36 k g) 5 LB S (2. 27 k g) 18 x 24 in (45. 7 x [...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 24 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) Typical French Fry Cook Times Fry Thickness 350F 360F 370F (177C) (182C) (188C) Thin 2:45 2:30 2:15 medium 3:45 3:30 3:15 Thick 4:15 4:00 3:45 This table is for reference only. Please refer to the product manufacture r’s specifications to determine exact cook tem peratures and ti 2.4.4. ADDITIONAL[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 25 2.6.2. COMPLETE SHUTDOWN 1. Turn the temperature controlle r or thermostat OFF. . Solid State Thermostat: Turn the I/0 (ON/OFF) switch to the I (OFF) position Computer and Digital Control: Press and hold the * button to turn the controller OFF. * The specified button may appe ar slightly differe nt [...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 26 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 1. Filter Pan 2. Filter Pickup Assembly 3. Filter Strainer Cap 4. Filter Paper 5. Filter Screen 3.1.2. FLUSH HOSE OPERATION (IF EQUIP PED) The cooker tank can be rinsed cleaned by using a f ilter flush hose (if equipped). Refer to the following procedure to operate the filter flush hose. 1. Turn the[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 27 WARNING Serious injury could re sult from direct contact w ith hot surfaces and/or oil . Always wear apron, heat resistant glo ves for skin protection an d goggles for eye protecti on WARNING DO NOT leave the appliance unattend ed during cleaning. WARNING Read the operation section of this manual pr[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 28 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 3.1.7. FILTER CLEANING (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Unscrew filter strainer cap from pickup tu be and gently tap it to dislodge any crumbs from the slots. Use a clean cloth to remove any remaining crum bs and reattach. 2. Scrape all loose debris and crum bs from filt er pickup assembly and filter pan with the f[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 29 WARNING The power supply must be disconnected before cleaning and servicing this appliance! 6. Place the appliance into boil mode: Models with Solid State Thermostat: Put the thermo stat into boil mode by flipping the power switch in the following order (I- O - I - O - I) within 3 seconds. The power[...]

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    PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 30 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 3.4.1. SAFETY EVALUATION  Check power cord and pl ug.  Check all exposed wiri ng connections, switches, and indicator lights.  Check legs, casters, wheels, plate weld s and ensure a ll nuts and bolts are secured.  Check conditions of flexible gas line a nd verify fryer retention / lanyar[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 31 4. TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1. POWER FAILURE If electric power is remo ved for any reason, the appliance will shut down. Wait five minutes after the power is restored before attempting to restart the ap pliance. This will allow time for any gas that may have accumulat ed in the burner or tubes to dissi pate. To res[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING 32 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 1- SCBS Reset Button 4.5. RESETTING THE SELF CLEANING BURN ER SYSTEM TEMPERATURE LIMIT SWITCH 1. Turn the appliance off. 2. Allow the appliance ample time to cool to room temperature. 3. Press the SCBS high limit reset button. The reset button is located behind the front panel at the top of the main burners.[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 33 4.6. TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTS 4.6.1. FRYER TROU BLESHOOTING CHART 4.6.2. FILTER TROUBLESH OOTING CHART (IF EQUIPPED) Problem Probable Causes Corrective Actions Controller does not activate. No power to appliance. Check main building powe r supply. Controller not turned on. Turn on controller. Power Cord loose [...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING 34 L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 4.7. COMPUTER & DIGITAL CONTROLLER DISPLAYS (IF EQUIPPED) If your appliance is equipped with a computer o r digital controller it may display the following messages on its display. Display Explanation Action Appliance is in melt cycle Continue with melt cycle or exit melt cycle to return to normal operat[...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) 35[...]

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    L20-378 rev. 0 (9/12) SPIN FRESH TM is a trademark of Spinfry inc. In the event of problems with or questions about your order, please contact the Pitco Fr ialator factory at: (603) 225-6684 World Wide Website Address: www.pitco.com In the event of problems with or questions ab o ut your equipment, please contact the Pi tco Fri ala tor Authorized S[...]