Henny Penny HENNY PENNY 600 manual

Model 500/561/600 608 3-1 SECTION 3. OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 3-1. OPERA TING COMPONENTS C1000 Controls - Reference Figure 3-1. Fig. Item Description Function No. No. 3 - 1 1 Digital Display Shows the shortening temperature, the timer countdown in the Cook Cycle, and the selections in the Program Mode; the temperature of the shortening can be shown [...]

Model 500/561/600 1 2 3 4 6 7 58 9 2 3 4 3-2 608 Figure 3-1 3-1. OPERA TING COMPONENTS (Continued)[...]

Model 500/561/600 Fig. Item Description Function No. No. 3 - 3 8 Frypot Holds the cooking shortening and an adequate cold zone for collection of cracklings 3 - 3 9 Lid Spring Assists in raising the lid, and then holding it open (it is covered with a shield) 3 - 3 1 0 Condensation Drain This channels the moisture, that collects on the lid liner when[...]

Model 500/561/600 Fig. Item Description Function No. No. 3 - 2 1 6 Safety Relief V alve This is an ASME approved spring loaded valve, set at 14.5 psi; if the deadweight assembly is clogged, this safety valve releases excess pressure, keeping the frypot chamber at 14.5 psi (999 mbar); if this occurs, turn the main power switch to OFF to release all [...]

Model 500/561/600 3- 3 2 2 Filter Drain Pan The removable pan that houses the filter and catches the shortening when it is drained from the frypot; it is also used to remove and discard old shortening 3-3 2 3 Filter Union Connects the filter to the filter pump, and allows easy removal of the filter and drain pan 3- 3 2 4 Filter V alve When the powe[...]

Model 500/561/600 16 15 18 13 19 14 12 ELECTRIC MODEL Figure 3-2. Operating Controls 3-6 608 3-1. OPERA TING COMPONENTS (Continued)[...]

Model 500/561/600 9 8 28 24 27 21 25 22 23 26 20 11 GAS MODEL 608 3-7 10 Figure 3-3. Operating Controls 3-1. OPERA TING COMPONENTS (Continued)[...]

Model 500/561/600 30 17 18 27 31 29 29 32 3-8 608 Figure 3-4. Figure 3-7. Figure 3-5. 3-1. OPERA TING COMPONENTS (Continued) Figure 3-8. Figure 3-6. Figure 3-9.[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-2. FILLING OR ADDING SHOR TENING Before the actual cooking operation and adding shortening to the frypot, be sure frypot, filter screen assembly , and drain pan are cleaned. Filter screen assembly and drain pan should be cleaned with soap and hot water and thoroughly dried before reassembling. At this time, the frypot should als[...]

Model 500/561/600 FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW TO A VOID SHOR TENING OVERFLOWING THE FR YPOT , WHICH COULD RESUL T IN SERIOUS BURNS, PERSONAL INJURY , FIRE, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 1 . T o protect, and get the maximum life out of the shortening, press to lower the temperature to 250° F (135° C) when the fryer is not in immediate use. Deteriorate[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-4. PRODUCT COOKING GUIDELINES The following table provides the suggested frying times and temperatures for single-stage cooking, using the Henny Penny Pressure Fryer com- bined with our special blends of PHT Fryer Breading Mixes. All the suggested time and temperature settings are for a 10 pound (4.5 kg) load. Product (size per [...]

Model 500/561/600 The following is a description of the operating procedures for fryers with the Computron 1000 controls. 1. Check to see that all control switches are off and the drain and filter valves are in the closed position. 2. Remove the basket from the frypot and leave lid open. 3. Make sure frypot is filled with shortening to the proper l[...]

Model 500/561/600 8. T ake the chicken parts, either 4 or 5 cut-up chickens, from the cooler and place in a scullery sink. W ash the chicken and, at this point, break the thigh from the joint of the backbone. 9 . Remove any excess fat from the thigh. 1 0. Remove the chicken from the water and drain slightly , but allow the parts to remain moist. 1 [...]

Model 500/561/600 13 . If a breading machine is not used, the food should be placed in the dry mix and hand tumbled so that each piece of food is completely covered. 14. Knock off any excess breading and place the breaded product on a tray for cooler storage. Place a damp cloth over the breaded food to retain moisture. The breaded food should be he[...]

Model 500/561/600 19. Remove the basket handle and close the lid quickly . Latch the lid with the lid latch. 20. T ighten the lid spindle clockwise to properly secure and seal the lid. Align the red knob on the spindle with the red knob on the lid latch. LID MUST BE LA TCHED PROPERL Y OR PRESSUR- IZED SHOR TENING AND STEAM MA Y ESCAPE FR YPOT . SEV[...]

Model 500/561/600 24. After the pressure drops to zero, turn the spindle counterclockwise approximately one turn. Do not spin or flip the spindle cr oss arm when opening the lid. Damage to the acme nut inside the cr oss bar could r esult. 25. Raise the lid promptly to allow most of the condensation on the lid to drain down and out through the drain[...]

Model 500/561/600 Timer Programming 1. Anytime the cook time is displayed, press under the appropri- ate display to change the cook time. Set-Point T emperature Programming 1 . Press once to view the actual shortening temperature and press again to view the set-point temperature. 2. While the set-point temperature is in the display , press to chang[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-7. C1000 SPECIAL PROGRAMMNG (Continued) 6. Press and “HEA T” shows in the display . Use to change the heat source: “ELEC” for electric models; “GAS” for units with standing pilot; SSI for units with solid state ignition. 7. Press and “V A T” and “FULL” should show in the displays if controls are set to “PRE[...]

Model 500/561/600 708 3-19 3-8. REGULAR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Procedure Frequency Filter pump motor protector- As required manual reset Filtering of shortening Every 3 to 6 frying cycles Cleaning the Optional Crumb pan As required Filter pump problem prevention As required Changing of shortening As required Changing the filter envelope As required C[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-10. FIL TERING OF SHOR TENING Frying breaded food requires frequent filtering. T aste the cold shorten- ing every day for flavor . W atch the shortening for foaming during frying cycles. Discard the shortening as soon as it shows signs of foaming. Clean the frypot as follows each time the shortening is changed or filtered: 1. T [...]

Model 500/561/600 3-10. FIL TERING OF SHOR TENING (Continued) 5. When all of the shortening has drained, scrape or brush the sides and the bottom of the frypot. 6. Rinse the frypot as follows: a. Close the drain valve. b. Open the filter valve. c. Lower lid and hold closed. d. Move the main power switch to the PUMP position. Carefully open the lid [...]

Model 500/561/600 3-10. FIL TERING OF SHOR TENING (Continued) b. While holding the wooden handle, make sure the hose nozzle is pointed down into the bottom of the frypot. Pull the lid down over the nozzle, close the filter valve, and move the main power switch to the PUMP position. Hold nozzle carefully to avoid excessive splashing. Use care to pre[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-10. FIL TERING OF SHOR TENING (Continued) 9. When the pump is pumping air only , the shortening in the frypot will appear to be boiling. Close the filter valve first and then move the main power switch from PUMP to OFF . This will keep the filter pump and lines from filling up with shortening. When bubbling occurs, immediately c[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-1 1. CLEANING THE OPTIONAL CRUMB P AN The crumb pan allows improved filtration process because finer , hard to filter particles are now retained within the pan. Crumb accumulation within the filter pan is reduced, and it is quicker to pump the shortening back into the frypot. Also, cracklings can be taken out of the crumb pan an[...]

Model 500/561/600 703 3-25 The following steps will help prevent filter pump problems: 1 . Make certain the charcoal filter is installed with the smooth side down and the arms on the frame are clamped down over the protrusions on the outside of the frame. 2 . The filter valve is to be closed at all times during frying. 3 . Pump all the shortening f[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-13. CHANGING THE FIL TER ENVELOPE (Continued) 6. Unthread the suction standpipe from the screen assembly . 7. Remove the crumb catcher and clean thoroughly with soap and water . Rinse thoroughly with hot water . 8. Remove the filter clips and discard the filter envelope. 9. Clean the top and bottom filter screen with soap and wa[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-13. CHANGING THE FIL TER ENVELOPE (Continued) 1 1. Slide the screens into a clean filter envelope. 12. Fold the corners in and then double fold the open end. 13. Clamp the envelope in place with the two filter retaining clips. 14. Replace the crumb catcher screen on top of the filter paper . Screw on the suction standpipe assemb[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-14. CHANGING THE CHARCOAL FIL TER The charcoal filter should be changed every day or whenever it be- comes clogged with crumbs. Proceed as follows: 1. Move the main power switch to the OFF position. 2. Remove and empty the condensation drain pan. 3. Disconnect the filter union and remove the filter drain pan from beneath the fry[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-14. CHANGING THE CHARCOAL FIL TER (Continued) 8. Remove and discard old filter pad. Clean and dry pan, frame, and grid thoroughly . 9. Place grid, frame and new charcoal filter pad in assembly with smooth side facing the grid and secure with clips. 10. Slide the drain pan back into place under the fryer and connect the filter un[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-15. CLEANING THE FR YPOT (Continued) 2. If hot shortening is present in the frypot, it must be drained by slowly opening the drain valve handle one half turn. Leave for a few minutes, then slowly open the valve to the full open position. 3. Close the drain valve and discard the shortening in the filter pan. Then install the filt[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-15. CLEANING THE FR YPOT (Continued) 6. When comes on and solution temperature is at 195ºF (90.5 ° C), immediately move the main power switch to OFF . W atch the cleaning solution constantly to make sur e it does not boil over causing damage to contr ols. If the cleaning solution in the frypot starts to foam and boil over , im[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-15. CLEANING THE FR YPOT (Continued) 1 1. Add approximately 8 ounces of distilled vinegar and bring the solution to 195º F (90.5 ° C). 12. Using a clean brush, scrub the interior of the frypot and lid liner . This will neutralize the alkaline left by the cleaning compound. 13. Drain the vinegar rinse water and discard. 14. Rin[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-16. CLEANING THE DEADWEIGHT ASSEMBL Y (Continued) 4. Clean the deadweight cap and weight in hot deter gent water . Make certain to thoroughly clean the inside of the valve cap and the deadweight. 5. Clean the deadweight orifice and the inside of the deadweight assembly body with a clean lint-free cloth. 6. Dry the deadweight and[...]

Model 500/561/600 1. Connect the female quick disconnect, that is attached to the hose in the rear of the fryer , to the correct male quick disconnect at the wall. Once attached, the hose can remain connected unless the fryer is moved. Figure 1. In or der for the system to work pr operly , attach the hose to the shortening r eturn line only . 2. Op[...]

Model 500/561/600 Reversing the lid gasket helps to prevent early failure of lid gasket and the loss of pressure during a cook cycle. 1. Back the 4 lid liner screws (2 on each side) out about 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). 2. Using a thin blade screwdriver pry out the gasket at the corners, and then pull gasket from lid. Check the gasket for any tears or nick[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-20. LID LUBRICA TION T o extend the life of lid components, lubricate the ball seat and spindle, following the steps below . 1. Close and latch the lid, and turn the spindle counterclockwise until it stops. 2. Press down on the front of the cross bar , pull out the release pin, lift the latch, and raise the cross bar . 3. Using [...]

Model 500/561/600 3-21. LIMIT STOP ADJUSTMENT T o extend the life of the lid gasket and help prevent steam leakage, check the limit stop adjustment quarterly , following the steps below . 1 . Close and latch lid, and turn spindle counterclockwise until it stops. 2. Using a 3/16” Allen wrench, loosen the 2 set screws on the outer collar of the lim[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-21. LIMIT STOP ADJUSTMENT (Continued) 7 . T urn the inner collar counterclockwise until it stops against the bottom hub of the spindle. 8 . T ighten Allen screws. If the lid cover fails to seal properly , steam escapes from around the gasket during frying. Readjust the limit stop, this time turning the spindle 1 full turn after [...]

Model 500/561/600 T o extend the life of the temperature probe, high limit, and elements, every 90 days check the tightness of the element spreader bar screws, following the steps below: Drain shortening and allow fryer to cool before proceed- ing with the following steps. Surfaces of the fryer will be hot and burns could result. 1. Check that all [...]

Model 500/561/600 3-24. SEASONAL SHUTDOWN 1. Drain and clean the frypot per Cleaning the Frypot Section. 2. T urn the main circuit breaker OFF and unplug the electrical cord, if possible. 3. On gas models turn the gas valve to OFF . Shut of f the gas valve on the main gas supply line. 4. Close the lid but do not tighten the spindle. 5. Remove and c[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-26. CHICKEN QUAR TERS Follow the “Cut-up Fried Chicken” procedure above, allowing an additional 2 to 3 minutes for frying. The portions are larger and will need the additional frying time. 3-27. BARBECUED CHICKEN 1. Whole halves (2 to 2-1/2 lbs. (.9-1.13 kg) less giblets): Prepare the birds by washing and draining thoroughly[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-30. BARBECUED RIBS (Continued) 3. The ribs should be fried for 13 minutes at 275°F (135°C). 4. Ribs should then be brushed well on both sides with barbecue sauce, or placed in a pan of warm sauce. 5. Hold ribs in a sauce at 150ºF (66°C), for 30 minutes so flavor can permeate. 6. Racks of ribs that exceed 2-1/2 pounds (.9 kg)[...]

Model 500/561/600 3-36. ROCK LOBSTER T AIL 1. Clean, wash, and drain. 2. Fry for 6 minutes at 315°F (157°C). 3-37. POT A T OES 1. Use U.S. No. 1 grade Idaho potatoes, unpeeled. W ash and cut into 8 wedges. Drain and bread. 2. Fry for 8 minutes at 315°F (157°C). If smaller potatoes are used, time may be reduced. 3-38. CORN ON THE COB 1. Clean, w[...]