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Vulcan-Hart VGF-18 manual

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  • Page 1

    VGF-18 HEAVY DUTY GAS FRYERS MODEL VGF-18 ML-136401 VULCAN-HART DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC WWW.VULCANHART.COM P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696 TEL. (502) 778-2791 INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts and service provider in your area, visit our website a[...]

  • Page 2

    — 2 — 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 OBT[...]

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    — 3 — INST ALLA TION, OPERA TION AND CARE OF MODELS V GF-18 HEA VY DUTY GAS FR YERS PLEASE KEEP THIS MANU AL FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Your Vulcan-Hart Gas Fryer is produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It is suggested that you thoroughly re[...]

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    — 4 — LOCATION CAUTION: The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances. Installation clearances: COMBUSTIBLE NONCOMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION Back: 6" (152) 0" Right Side: 6" (152) 0" Left Side: 6" (152) 0" The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and [...]

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    — 5 — Fig. 1 Fryers Mounted on Optional Casters Fryers mounted on casters must use a flexible connector (NOT SUPPLIED BY VULCAN) that complies with the Standard for Connectors of Movable Gas Appliances, ANSI-Z21.69 • CSA6.16 and a quick-disconnect device that complies with the Standard for Quick-Disconnect Devices for Use With Gas Fuel, ANSI-[...]

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    — 6 — GAS CONNECTIONS CAUTION: All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the action of propane gases. 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. Rear Gas Connection for Stand Alone Installations The gas inlet is loca[...]

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    — 7 — TESTING THE GAS SUPPLY SYSTEM When test pressures exceed 1 / 2 psig (3.45 kPa), the fryer and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system. When test pressures are 1 / 2 psig (3.45 kPa) or less, the fryer must be isolated from the gas supply system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve. FLUE[...]

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    — 8 — LIGHTING THE PILOT 1. Turn thermostat OFF. Thermostat is located behind the door (Fig. 3). 2. Turn gas control valve knob to OFF/PILOT (Fig. 4). Wait 5 minutes for unburned gas to vent. 3. Push gas control knob in (Fig. 4). 4. While still holding knob in, light the pilot with a lit taper. Continue to depress knob for 30 seconds, then rele[...]

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    — 9 — TURNING THE FRYER ON To turn the fryer on, set the thermostat knob to the desired temperature. After the set temperature has been reached, the gas control shuts off gas flow to the burners. The pilot remains lit. The burners will cycle on and off, maintaining the set temperature. TURNING THE FRYER OFF 1. Turn the thermostat OFF. 2. Turn t[...]

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    — 10 — SHORTENING LIFE Shortening life may be extended by following these guidelines: • Do not salt foods over the fryer. • Use good quality shortening. • Filter shortening at least daily. • Replace shortening if it becomes poorly flavored. • Keep equipment and surroundings clean. • Set thermostats correctly. • Remove excess moist[...]

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    — 11 — CLEANING Daily Clean your fryer regularly. Keeping the fryer clean and free of accumulated grease will prevent stubborn stains from forming. Wash all exterior surfaces at least once daily. Use a cloth with warm water and a mild soap or detergent. Follow with a clear rinse, then dry. If regular cleaning is neglected, grease will be burned[...]

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    — 12 — FORM 35638 (05-05) PRINTED IN U.S.A. MAINTENANCE WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. WARNING: SPILLING HOT OIL CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT MOVE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL OIL FROM THE TANK. FLUE Annually check the flue when it is cool to be sure it is free of obstructi[...]