Hobart ML-114631 manual

— 1 — MODEL HFD/HFC SERIES ELECTRIC FR YERS MODELS HFD40 ML-114624 HFD50 ML-114625 HFD225 ML-114626 HFD85 ML-114627 HFC40 ML-114628 HFC50 ML-114629 HFC225 ML-114630 HFC85 ML-114631 HFO15 ML-114632 HFO21 ML-114633 FORM 33637 Rev. B (5-99) 701 S. RIDGE AVENUE TROY, OHIO 45374-0001 N S T R U C T I O N S I[...]

— 2 — T ABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Unpacking . . . . . . [...]

— 3 — Installation, Operation and Care of MODEL HFD/HFC SERIES ELECTRIC FR YERS SA VE THESE INSTR UCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Hobart HFD/HFC Series Electric Fryers are available in 3 sizes with an array of features and options for a range of commercial fryer applications. While the overall tank width on the HF40 and HF50 are the same, the HF[...]

— 4 — HF Series Fryer — Construction Features Model Filter Ready Battery Battery Configuration Interplumbing HFD40/HFC40 Opt. (Use HMF50) Opt. Opt. HFD50/HFC50 Opt. (Use HMF50) Opt. Opt. HFD225 Opt. (Use HMF50) Opt. Opt. HFD85/HFC85 Opt. (Use HMF85) Opt. Opt. Model Fat Melt Thermostat Basket Lift(s) Basket(s) Cycle Twin Single Tri HFD 225 Std[...]

— 5 — Field Installable Accessories: Factory Installed Only • Casters • Fat Melt • Twin Baskets • Basket Lift • Single Baskets • S/S Tank • Tri Baskets (HF85 only) • S/S Sides • Heat Lamp • Battery Configuration • S/S Vat Cover • Battery Interplumbing • Batter Tray • Tank Skimmer • Tank Scoop HFO SERIES FRYMATE (Du[...]

— 6 — INST ALLA TION Before installing the fryer, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the fryer data plate which is located on the inside of the door panel. UNPACKING Immediately after unpacking the fryer, check for possible shipping damage. If the fryer is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and co[...]

— 7 — Casters (Optional) It is recommended that casters be installed on all batteried appliances. A strain relief is supplied to protect the electrical supply line. If it is necessary to disconnect the restraint, unplug electrical supply before disconnection. Reconnect the restraint before plugging the electrical supply in and returning the fry[...]

— 8 — I Place fryer as near to its final position as possible. Connect 3 phase line to X, Y and Z of terminal block. To reach terminal block, remove electric cover plate from fryer. For each 15 1 ⁄ 2 " (39.3 cm) and 21" (53.3 cm) section, a 3 phase supply line capable of handling the required KW at the fryer's rated voltage (20[...]

— 9 — OPERA TION WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. WARNING: SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT MOVE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK. BEFORE FIRST USE Clean the Fryer and Heating Elements Do not dry fire elements. Using a non-co[...]

— 10 — ADDING SOLID SHORTENING If replacing shortening, place the block of shortening in the room with the fryer for 1 to 2 hours before using. This will soften the shortening and make it easier to divide. CAUTION: Failure to remove crumb screens prior to addition of fresh shortening may cause fryer side walls to overheat, allowing shortening t[...]

— 11 — HFD FRYER HFD FRYER TIMED BASKETLIFT OPTION PUSH TO TIME BASKET LIFT CONTROL 15 MIN. TIMER 0 1 2 3 4 6 7 10 11 15 9 8 12 13 5 14 PUSH TO TIME BASKET LIFT CONTROL 15 MIN. TIMER 0 1 2 3 4 6 7 10 11 15 9 8 12 13 5 14 PL-52239 MELT FRY 1ST 2ND OFF ON P O W E R TROUBLE HEATING HIGH LIMIT CONTROLS — HFD SERIES (Fig. 3) THERMOSTAT — Control[...]

— 12 — MELTING SOLID SHORTENING (Model HFD) To begin the melt cycle, push the power switch to ON and push the Melt/Fry switch to MELT. When oil has melted, push the Melt/Fry switch to FRY. Set thermostat to desired temperature. TURNING THE HFD FRYER ON CAUTION: Before turning the heating elements on, the fry tank must be filled with liquid or m[...]

— 13 — FRYING (All Models) Heat shortening to set temperature. (For Model HFC Fryers, refer to computer controller instructions starting on page 16 of this manual.) Pieces of product to be fried should be about the same size to ensure the same doneness. Drain or wipe dry raw or wet foods to minimize splatter when lowering into the hot oil. Do n[...]

— 14 — Always filter the shortening while liquified. A cold fryer will not drain properly because the shortening under the cold zone area will remain hard, even if the heat is on for a few minutes. If necessary, the clean-out rod may be used to carefully stir up hard fat to an area above the cold zone (see Fig. 2) where it will melt. After the [...]

— 15 — PL-40858-1 V AL VE RETURN LINE Battery Interplumbing (Optional) A battery of fryers equipped with optional interplumbing connects the fry tanks to a common drain. Each tank has an individual drain valve; these should only be opened one at a time. Always be sure you have adequate container capacity before opening the drain; monitor the dr[...]

— 16 — POWER ENTER EXIT 12 3 45 6 78 9 IDLE OIL TEMP MANUAL FRENCH FR I ES START STOP START STOP PL-52208 CONTROLS — HFC Series (Fig. 5) Fig. 5 DISPLAY — A twelve character display provides information during operation. HEAT — HEAT indicator (in LED display) is lit when burners are on, not lit when off. PRODUCT PADS (1-8)* — Programmabl[...]

— 17 — POWER-UP After being turned on, the control executes a self-check routine. See ERROR MESSAGES, page 23. After going through the self-check routine, the control enters either Fat Melt or Heating mode. Fat Melt Mode After power-up, if the oil temperature is below 135 ° F (57 ° C) and the FAT MELT mode is enabled, the fryer enters MELT mo[...]

— 18 — COOKING DISPLAY 1. Press a Product Pad [1 - 8]... FRENCH FRIES 2. Load basket. Press left or right START/STOP Pad and lower basket. Timer counts down...* XX:XX 3. When finished, buzzer sounds...* DONE 4. Press left or right START/STOP Pad to stop buzzer. * Display indicates left or right basket. When both baskets are in use, count down t[...]

— 19 — DURING SLACK PERIODS If the fryer is not going to be used for an extended period, oil life is enhanced by pressing IDLE if SETBACK is enabled. With the setback feature enabled, after 30 minutes of non-use, the fryer automatically assumes Idle mode where it maintains 275 ° F (135 ° C) temperature. If Setback is disabled, the fryer does [...]

— 20 — DEFINITIONS — EDIT PRODUCT PRODUCT KEY = The Product Pad, (1 - 8) PRODUCT NAME = any 12 alpha characters. COOK TIME = Minutes: Seconds of cooking duration. Controls basket lifts and buzzer. Elastic time compensates for under- or over-temperature. COOK TEMP = fryer burner thermostat control. DUTY TIME = time between start and the duty m[...]

— 21 — EDIT PRODUCT To Add or Change a Product Cook Cycle… DISPLAY INSTRUCTION READY Press 2 & 3 simultaneously. -FUNCTIONS- Press ▼ . EDIT PRODUCT Press ENTER. PRODUCT KEY Press Pad Number (1-8). PRODUCT NAME Press ENTER. Enter the product name. Use . When the display is OK, press EXIT. PRODUCT NAME Press ▼ . COOK TIME Press ENTER. T[...]

— 22 — SELECT MELT ▲▼ toggles MELT DISABLE or MELT ENABLE. ENABLE is required when using solid shortening to automatically MELT if below 135 ° F (57 ° C). DISPLAY INSTRUCTION READY Press 2 & 3 simultaneously. -FUNCTIONS- Press ▼ . EDIT PRODUCT Press ▼ . SEL SETBACK Press ▼ . CALIBRATE Press ▼ . BOIL OUT Press ▼ . RECOVERY Pr[...]

— 23 — OIL TIMER The controller will alert the operator when the oil needs to be changed. OIL TM = XXX sets the number of hours before the alert will be given. DISPLAY INSTRUCTION READY Press 2 & 3 simultaneously. -FUNCTIONS- Press ▼ . EDIT PRODUCT Press ▼ . SEL SETBACK Press ▼ . CALIBRATE Press ▼ . BOIL OUT Press ▼ . RECOVERY Pre[...]

— 24 — DO NOT use a scouring pad or harsh cleaners on the computer keypad, especially the display area. Weekly or as Required 1. Once the shortening has been drained, flush out scraps and sediment with a small amount of warm shortening. Allow the tank to drain thoroughly. 2. Close the drain valve and fill the tank with a non-corrosive, grease-d[...]