Frymaster 1814E Series Electric Fryer Installation & Operation Manual Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends using CFESA Certified Technicians. 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 www.frymaster.com E-mail: service@frymaster.
NOTICE IF, DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE CUSTOMER USES A PART FOR THIS MANITOWOC FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN AN UNMODIFIED NEW OR RECYCLED PART PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM FRYMASTER, OR ANY OF ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS, AND/OR THE PART BEING USED IS MODIFIED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION, THIS WARRANTY WILL BE VOID.
DANGER The front ledge of this appliance is not a step! Do not stand on the appliance. Serious injury can result from slips or contact with the hot oil. DANGER Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. DANGER The crumb tray in fryers equipped with a filter system must be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations each day.
FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND THE FRYMASTER 1814E SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER TYPICAL CONFIGURATION (31814E SHOWN) NOTE: The appearance of your fryer may differ slightly from that shown depending upon the configuration and date of manufacture.
1814E SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER Installation and Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: Introduction 1.1 General Information .......................................................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Safety Information ............................................................................................................. 1-1 1.3 Controller Information ...................................................................................................... 1-1 1.
FRYMASTER 1814E SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 General This manual covers all configurations of 1814E series electric fryers. The fryers in this model family have most parts in common, and when discussed as a group, will be referred to as “1814E” electric fryers. The 1814E electric fryers are open frypots that feature a rotating element with an enhanced design.
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of the equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
electrical precautions involved, and have complied with all requirements of applicable national and local codes. QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Qualified service personnel are those who are familiar with Frymaster equipment and who have been authorized by Frymaster, L.L.C. to perform service on the equipment. All authorized service personnel are required to be equipped with a complete set of service and parts manuals, and to stock a minimum amount of parts for Frymaster equipment.
FRYMASTER 1814E SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 General Proper installation is essential for the safe, efficient, trouble-free operation of this appliance. Qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel, as defined in Section 1.6 of this manual, should perform all installation and service on Frymaster equipment. Failure to use qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel (as defined in Section 1.
DANGER Do not attach an apron drainboard to a single fryer. The fryer may become unstable, tip over and cause injury. The appliance area must be kept free and clear of combustible material at all times. DANGER Building codes prohibit a fryer with its open tank of hot oil being installed beside an open flame of any type, including those of broilers and ranges. In the event of a power failure, the fryer(s) will automatically shut down. If this occurs, turn the power switch OFF.
2.2 Power Requirements Three (3) Phase Requirements MODEL VOLTAGE WIRE SERVICE 1814E 14kW 1814E 14kW 1814E 14kW 1814E 14kW 1814E 14kW 1814E 14kW 1814E 17kW 1814E 17kW 1814E 17kW 1814E 17kW 1814E 17kW 1814E 17kW 1814E 22kW 1814E 22kW 1814E 22kW 1814E 22kW 1814E 22kW 1814E 22kW 208 240 480 220/380 240/415 230/400 208 240 480 220/380 240/415 230/400 208 240 480 220/380 240/415 230/400 3 3 3 4 4 4 3 3 3 4 4 4 3 3 3 4 4 4 MINIMUM WIRE SIZE AWG (mm) 6 (4.11) 6 (4.11) 8 (2.59) 6 (4.11) 6 (4.11) 6 (4.
1. Once the fryer has been positioned at the frying station, use a carpenter’s level placed across the top of the frypot to verify that the unit is level, both side-to-side and front-to-back. To level fryers, adjust the casters being careful to ensure the fryer(s) are at the proper height in the frying station. 2.
Clean frypot(s) as follows before filling with oil for the first time and at least once a month thereafter: 1. Before switching the fryer "ON", close the frypot drain valve, then fill the empty frypot with a mixture of cold water and detergent to the bottom OIL LEVEL line scribed in the back of the frypot. Follow instructions on detergent bottle when mixing. 2. Press controller ON/OFF switch to "ON". 3.
FRYMASTER 1814E SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 Equipment Setup and Shutdown Procedures Setup DANGER Never operate the appliance with an empty frypot. The frypot must be filled to the bottom fill line with water, oil or shortening before energizing the elements. Failure to do so will result in irreparable damage to the elements and may cause a fire. DANGER Remove all drops of water from the frypot before filling with oil.
melt the shortening. It may be necessary to add solid shortening to bring the level up to the proper mark after the packed shortening has melted. DO NOT DISABLE OR CANCEL THE MELT CYCLE. Shutdown 1. Press the ON/OFF switch to the "OFF" position. 2. Filter the cooking oil and clean the fryers (See Chapters 4 and 5). 3. Place the frypot covers on the frypots. 3.2 Controllers Refer to the separate controller manual furnished with your fryer for the specific controller operating instructions.
FRYMASTER 1814E SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 4: FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Drawings and photos used in this manual are intended to illustrate operational, cleaning and technical procedures and may not conform to onsite management operational procedures. WARNING The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of the inherent hazards of operating a hot oil filtering system, particularly the aspects of oil filtration, draining and cleaning procedures. 4.
the oil or shortening, Frymaster recommends that a Frymaster filter cone holder and filter cone be used when a filter machine is not available. If you are using a Frymaster filter cone holder, be sure that the cone holder rests securely on the metal container. 3. Open the drain valve slowly to avoid splattering. If the drain valve becomes clogged with food particles, use the Fryer’s Friend (poker-like tool) to clear the blockage.
4.3.1 Filter Components Filter paper is held in place by a hold-down ring. Oil moves through the paper, leaving behind impurities. 1. Filter pan. 2. Filter support grid. 3. Filter paper. 4. Hold-down ring. 5. Crumb screen. A filter unit which utilizes disposable filter paper to filter oil.
4.3.2 Assembling the Filter 1. Place the support grid in the bottom of filter pan. Support grid properly placed in filter pan. 2. Put one filter paper sheet on top of the support grid. Be sure the paper covers the filter pan bottom and laps two inches onto the pan wall. Ensure filter paper overlaps two inches on all sides and is evenly distributed under the holddown ring. 3. Position the hold-down ring on top of the filter paper. Ensure the hold-down ring seals around the support grid.
4.3.2 Assembling the Filter (cont.) 4. Sprinkle 8 ounces (227g) of filter powder on the filter sheet. Ensure the powder covers the filter paper evenly. Sprinkle the proper amount of filter powder evenly over the paper. 5. Place the crumb screen in the filter pan. Allow the crumb screen to rest on the top edges of the hold-down ring. Crumb screen properly placed. 6. Return filter pan to cabinet.
4.3.3 Installing the Filter 1. Slide the filter inside the fryer cabinet. Ensure the male-female pickup tubes are fully engaged. Ensure the filter pan opening is directly under the center dump tube. The filter pan slides under the fryer (left), connecting with a male connector (right). Ensure that the pickup tube is securely coupled with this connector. Its location may vary based on model. 4.4 Daily Filter Operation WARNING Use caution and wear proper protective clothing.
4.4.2 Filtering Tools Assemble tools to be used for filtering. These are supplied with the filter starter kit included with the fryer/filter system: • • • • Frypot/Filter Brush - used to clean frypot and filter pan sides and bottom, heating elements, and to dislodge sediment during filtration or oil change. Clean-out Rod (design may vary) - used to dislodge heavy debris in the drain tube (when needed). Filter Powder. Filter Paper.
4.5 Operating the Filter 4.5.1 Filter Operation See Section 4.3.2, Assembling the Filter, and Section 4.3.3, Installing the Filter, for the appropriate filter preparation procedure. CAUTION NEVER operate the filter unit unless cooking oil is at operating temperature (~350°F/ ~177°C). 1. Ensure the filter pan assembly is prepared as described in Section 4.3.2, Assembling the Filter. Follow the instructions in the controller manual for filtering. 2.
4.5.1 Filter Operation (cont.) WARNING DO NOT hammer on the drain valve with the cleanout rod or other objects. Damage to the ball inside will result in leaks and will void the Frymaster warranty. 5. After all oil has drained from the frypot into the filter pan, turn the yellow handle (right) to open the oil return valve and activate the filter pump. Leave the red handle in the open position. Turn the yellow handle (right) to open the oil return valve and activate the filter pump. 6.
4.5.1 Filter Operation (cont.) 11. Lower the elements into the frypot. 12. Replace the basket support rack, using care not to splash hot oil. 13. Ensure the drain valve is fully closed. (If the drain valve is not fully closed, the fryer will not operate.) Turn the fryer ON and allow the oil to reach setpoint. 14. Do not allow crumbs to accumulate in the crumb tray. The crumb tray MUST be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations EACH DAY (see DANGER statement below).
4.6 Draining and Disposing of Waste Oil When your oil has reached the end of its usable life, drain the oil into an appropriate METAL container for transport to the disposal container. Frymaster recommends the use of the Frymaster Shortening Disposal Unit (SDU). Refer to the documentation furnished with your disposal unit for specific operating instructions.
FRYMASTER 1814E SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5.1 Cleaning the Fryer DANGER The crumb tray in fryers equipped with a filter system must be emptied into a fireproof container at the end of frying operations each day. Some food particles can spontaneously combust if left soaking in certain shortening material. DANGER Never attempt to clean the fryer during the frying process or when the frypot is filled with hot oil.
A. Completely drain the oil from the fryer into a metal stockpot of sufficient size to safely hold the entire contents of the frypot for disposal. Do not use a glass or plastic container. B. Clean the frypot by following boil-out procedures on page 2-4. DANGER Never operate the appliance with an empty frypot. The frypot must be filled to the fill line with water, oil or shortening before energizing the elements. Failure to do so will result in irreparable damage to the elements and may cause a fire. 5.1.
• Verify that component box and contactor box components (i.e. computer/controller, relays, interface boards, transformers, contactors, etc.) are in good condition and free from oil and other debris. • Verify that component box and contactor box wiring connections are tight and that wiring is in good condition. • Verify that all safety features (i.e. contactor shields, drain safety switches, reset switches, etc.) are present and functioning properly.
5.3 Stainless Steel Care DANGER DO NOT let water splash into the tank of hot oil. It will splatter and can cause severe burns. All stainless steel fryer cabinet parts should be wiped regularly with hot, soapy water during the day, and with a liquid cleanser designed for stainless steel at the end of each day. A. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cloths, cleansers or powders. B. Do not use a metal knife, spatula or any other metal tool to scrape stainless steel! Scratches are almost impossible to remove. C.
FRYMASTER 1814E SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 Introduction This section provides an easy reference guide to some of the common problems that may occur during the operation of this equipment. The troubleshooting guides that follow are intended to help correct, or at least accurately diagnose, problems with this equipment. Although the chapter covers the most common problems reported, you may encounter problems that are not covered.
6.2 Troubleshooting 6.2.1 Controller and Heating Problems Problem Controller won't activate. Probable Causes A. Power cord is not plugged in or circuit breaker is tripped. B. Controller or power supply component or interface board has failed. A. Drain valve is open. Fryer does not heat. B. One or more other components have failed. Fryer repeatedly cycles on and off when first started. Fryer does not heat after filtering. Fryer heats until high limit trips with heat indicator ON.
6.2.2 Filtration Problems Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action A. Verify that the power cord is fully plugged in. If so, verify that circuit breaker is not tripped. B. If the motor is too hot to touch for more than a few seconds, the B. Pump motor has overheated thermal overload switch has causing the thermal overload probably tripped. Allow the switch to trip. motor to cool at least 45 minutes then press the Pump Reset Switch. C. Blockage in filter pump. C.
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