OWNER’S MANUAL ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE READ THIS MANUAL This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance. Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance. Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appliance. WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Shut off gas to the appliance at the LP cylinder. 2. Extinguish any open flame. 3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your Fire Department. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion, which could cause property damage, personal injury or death. DANGER 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Never operate this appliance unattended. Never operate this appliance within 10 feet (3m) of any other gas cylinder.
WARNING • For OUTDOOR use only. Do NOT use in a building, home, garage, balcony, porch, tent or any other enclosed area. • Smoking oil is an indication that the oil is too hot and may ignite. Oil ignites at varying temperatures; therefore, never allow the oil to exceed 400°F (200°C) and NEVER LEAVE HEATING OIL UNATTENDED. • Carefully monitor the temperature of the oil with the thermometer and regulate the temperature so that it does not reach the "Fire Hazard" zone on the thermometer.
WARNING products MUST be completely thawed and towel dried before being immersed in the fryer. • Do not leave the appliance unattended. Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times. Carefully monitor all activity around fryer to avoid burns or other injuries. • Do not place empty cooking vessel on the appliance while in operation as it could melt. Use caution when placing anything in cooking vessel while the appliance is in operation.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION: The installation of this appliance must be in accordance with: All applicable local codes, or in the absence of local codes, either: • National Fuel Gas Code/ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 • Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 • Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149.1 To check your local codes, see your local LP gas dealer or natural gas company. This fryer was not intended to be connected to a natural gas supply line.
WARNING • Turn off the cylinder valve when your fryer is not in use. • Handle the tank with care. • Always secure the cylinder in an upright position. • Never connect an unregulated LP gas cylinder to your fryer. • DO NOT expose LP gas cylinders to excessive heat or ignition sources. • DO NOT store a spare LP gas cylinder near your fryer. • Allow only qualified LP gas dealers to fill or repair your LP gas cylinder. • DO NOT allow the cylinder to be filled beyond 80% capacity.
HOSE AND REGULATOR: Your fryer is equipped with a Type 1 connection device with the following features: 1. The system will not allow gas flow from the cylinder until a positive connection to the valve has been made. NOTE: The cylinder valve must be turned off before any connection is made or removed. 2. A thermal device that will shut off the gas flow if the device is subject to temperatures above 240°F to 300°F (115°C to 150°C).
WARNING CONNECTING HOSE AND REGULATOR TO AN LP GAS CYLINDER • Insure the cylinder valve is CLOSED prior to connecting the LP gas cylinder to your fryer. Turn the regulator control knob clockwise to properly close the valve. Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the supply hose safety tags. Read and follow all warnings in this manual concerning the safe use of LP gas cylinders and the hose and regulator before connecting cylinder to fryer. Read and follow all warnings on the LP cylinder. 1.
Watch For Bubbles GAS LEAK TESTING: 1. Create a mixture of 50% water and 50% liquid dishwashing soap. 2. To turn on the fuel supply, turn the cylinder valve knob one turn counterclockwise. 3.
WARNING PRE-START CHECK LIST: Property damage, bodily harm, severe burns, and death could result from failure to follow these safety steps. These steps should be performed after the fryer has been assembled, stored, moved, cleaned, or repaired. DO NOT operate this fryer until you have read and understand ALL of the warnings and instructions in this manual. • Insure that the fryer is properly assembled. • Inspect the gas supply hose for burns, chaffing, kinks, and proper routing before each use.
4. Insert paper match in match holder prior to striking. Strike and place match through lighting hole to approximately 1/2" (2 to 3 cm) from the burner. We recommend the use of a long wooden match. 5. Slowly turn regulator control knob clockwise until burner lights. 6. If burner does NOT ignite immediately, turn the regulator control knob and cylinder valve to OFF, wait 5 minutes for gas to evacuate and repeat steps 1 through 4 until burner ignites. 7.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions contained in this manual. DO NOT skip any of the warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual. • Never leave heating oil unattended - it can ignite. • Smoking oil is an indication that the oil is too hot and may ignite. Oil ignites at varying temperatures; therefore, never allow the oil to exceed 400˚F and NEVER LEAVE HEATING OIL UNATTENDED.
Step 2: Place pot with oil on fryer. Make sure thermometer is clipped to side of pot. Do not use lid when heating or cooking with oil. Bring liquid to the desired cooking temperature (325°-350°F for frying) approximately 20-30 minutes. Never leave heating oil unattended. It can ignite. Carefully monitor temperature and never allow oil to reach “Fire Hazard” zone on thermometer. Step 3: Pat the turkey dry and sprinkle Brinkmann Fried Turkey Rub’N Spice or other seasoning between skin and meat of the turkey.
BURNER ASSEMBLY/MAINTENANCE • • Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. Although your burner is constructed of cast iron, it may rust as a result of the extreme heat and acids from cooking foods. Regularly inspect the burner for cracks, abnormal holes, and other signs of corrosion damage. If found, replace the burner. WARNING: DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR FRYER. Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged. FOR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-527-0717. (Proof of purchase will be required.) An adjustable wrench is needed to assemble this fryer. PARTS LIST: Step 1 Insert male fitting through spring and air shutter. Keep narrow end of spring facing toward fitting.
©2003 The Brinkmann Corporation Dallas, Texas 75244 U.S.A www.brinkmanncorp.com 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY For 90 days from date of purchase, The Brinkmann Corporation warrants the Boiling Pot with Turkey Stand and Hanger against defects due to workmanship or materials to the original purchaser.