HGFD45 HOBART HGF, HGD AND HGC SERIES GAS FRYERS WITH OR WITHOUT FILTER-IN-A-DRAWER MODELS HGF35 HGF45 HGF65 HGF85 HGFD35 HGFD45 HGFD65 HGFD85 HGFC35 HGFC45 HGFC65 HGFC85 ML-126994 ML-126995 ML-126996 ML-126997 ML-126416 ML-126417 ML-126418 ML-126419 ML-126420 ML-126421 ML-126422 ML-126423 HGF35F HGF45F HGF65F HGF85F HGD35F HGD45F HGD65F HGD85F HGC35F HGC45F HGC65F HGC85F ML-135536 ML-135537 ML-135538 ML-135539 ML-126953 ML-126956 ML-126959 ML-126962 ML-126954 ML-126957 ML-126960 ML-126963 701 S.
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 OBTAINED FROM THE LOCAL GAS SUPPLIER.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................ 5 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 5 OPTIONS AND FEATURES ......................................................................................................... 6 BATTERY CONFIGURATIONS ....................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS (cont.) HGFC SERIES .................................................................................................................................. 21 CONTROLS ................................................................................................................................. 21 PROGRAMMING ......................................................................................................................... 22 TEMPERATURE AND TIME PROGRAMMING ............................
Installation, Operation and Care of MODELS HGF, HGD and HGC SERIES GAS FRYERS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL Hobart HGF, HGD and HGC Series Gas Fryers are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance of your fryer will result in many years of satisfactory performance. It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions provided.
OPTIONS AND FEATURES • Stainless Steel Tank (Standard) • Basket Lift with Timer (D and C series) • Tri-, Twin- or Single-Basket (D and C series) • Manual Pilot or Electronic Ignition (D and C series) • Filter-Ready (Stand-alone fryers only) • Filter-In-A-Drawer (Model numbers ending in F) BATTERY CONFIGURATIONS • Batteries can be configured with any HGF, HGD or HGC Series Fryer or Frymate Dump Station; only one Frymate Dump Station per battery (Fig. 1).
3 Cabinets in Battery Fryer A Fryer Fryer Fryer Dump Fryer A B C B C A Fryer A B Dump C Filter Filter Filter Dump Fryer Fryer Fryer B C Filter 4 Cabinets in Battery (For 35 and 45 Only) Fryer Fryer Fryer A B C Fryer D Dump Fryer A B C Fryer Dump Fryer Fryer A B C D Fryer A B C D Fryer Fryer Dump Fryer A B C D Filter Filter Fryer Fryer Filter Filter Fryer Fryer Dump D Filter The configurations shown are standard (default) locations.
FIELD-INSTALLED ACCESSORIES FACTORY-INSTALLED OPTIONS • Casters • Basket Lift • Twin Baskets • Battery Configuration • Tri-Baskets (65 and 85 models only) • • Single Baskets Battery Interplumbing (Model numbers ending in F) • Heat Lamp (RO only) • Electronic Ignition • Flex Hose 4' (1.2 m) (gas connection) • Flex hose S/S 5' (1.
INSTALLATION Before installing the fryer, verify that the type of gas (natural or propane) agrees with the specifications on the fryer data plate, which is located on the inside of the door panel. Ensure the fryer is configured for the proper elevation. UNPACKING This fryer was carefully inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking the fryer, check for possible shipping damage.
LOCATION The equipment area must be kept free and clear of combustible substances. Minimum clearance from combustible construction is 6" (15 cm) from the sides and 6" (15 cm) from the back of the fryer. Minimum clearance from noncombustible construction is 0" from the sides and 0" from the back. At least 16" (41 cm) clearance must be between the fryer and any open-top flame units. Adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation must be allowed. The fryer may be installed on combustible floors.
ASSEMBLY When installed, the fryer must be restrained to prevent tipping to avoid the splashing of hot liquid. The means of restraint may be the manner of installation, such as connection to a battery of appliances or installing the fryer in an alcove, or by separate means, such as adequate ties. Fryers Mounted on Legs (Non-Batteried Fryers) Fryers serviced from the rear must have a minimum clearance of 18" (46 cm) from the wall when mounted on legs. 1.
GAS CONNECTIONS CAUTION: All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound must be resistant to the action of propane gases. The gas inlet is located on the lower right rear of the fryer. Codes require that a gas shutoff valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the fryer. The gas supply line must be at least the equivalent of 1/2" iron pipe for single units and 1 1/4" for batteries. If using the optional quick-disconnect flex hose: 3/4" iron pipe for single units and 1 1/4" iron pipe for batteries.
LEVELING FRYER 1. Place a spirit level on top of the fryer after gas connections have been made. 2. Adjust the legs to ensure that the fryer is level front-to-back and side-to side in the final installed position. FLUE CONNECTIONS The fryer must be located under a hood with adequate connection to an exhaust duct. The hood must extend 6" (15 cm) beyond fryer sides.
OPERATION 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 protective metal oils from all surface parts and the tank interior using a noncorrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner. Follow the cleaner manufacturer's directions.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR HGF FRYER WITH MANUAL PILOT IGNITION NOTE: HGF fryer is only available with manual ignition. CAUTION: Before turning the burners on, the fry tank must be filled with liquid or melted shortening. 1. Turn the thermostat OFF. The thermostat is located behind the door (Fig. 5). 2. Push the gas control valve knob and turn to OFF (Fig. 6). Wait 5 minutes for unburned gas to vent. 3. Push and turn gas control valve on to the "I" in PILOT (Fig. 6). 4.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MANUAL PILOT IGNITION (HGFD & HGFC(F) SERIES) CAUTION: Before turning the burners on, the fry tank must be filled with liquid or melted shortening. 1. Turn the thermostat knob (located behind the door panel) to OFF (Fig. 7). 2. Push the gas valve extension arm in and turn arm to OFF. Wait 5 minutes for unburned gas to vent. 3. Push gas valve extension arm in and turn to PILOT. 4. While still depressing the arm, light the pilot with a lit taper.
HGFD(F) SERIES CONTROLS HGFD(F) Series Fryers are equipped with digital controls and a solid state thermostat. Control Guide CONTROL DESCRIPTION Power switch; for turning the fryer on or off. For cleaning purposes when the fryer is filled with water. Temperature is maintained at approximately 192°F (89°C). For entering and exiting the program mode. For scrolling through program parameters. UP Raises and lowers left fry basket (optional). Starts and stops the timer.
PROGRAMMING Temperature, time, energy source and other parameters must be set before operating. Once these parameters are set, the fryer can be operated at the touch of a button. Press to enter the program mode and scroll through the parameters. If the Parameter Lock feature is on, LoC is displayed in the window and program entry cannot be accessed. To access the program within 6 seconds of pressing mode while LoC is on, press UP . To turn the Parameter UP Lock feature off, see Program Guide below.
Melt Options (HGD Series) When using solid shortening in the fryer, the CY S (solid shortening) option must be used. Solid shortening must be gently warmed to a liquid state before heating to frying temperatures. Melting solid shortening without using this option will damage the fry tank and scorch the shortening. The controller has three options for bring shortening up to temperature: *CY L (Liquid shortening) - For slowly bringing liquid shortening up to temperature.
USING THE FRYER (After Startup) Models Without Basket Lift Option 1. Load the fry basket(s); do not overfill. See Recommended Basket Capacities on page 30. 2. Carefully lower basket(s) into shortening. 3. Press to start the left timer. Press to start the right timer. 4. When the timer times out, a beeper sounds. Press to silence the left timer beeper. Press to silence the right timer beeper. 5. Remove cooked product from fryer. Models With Basket Lift Option 1. Place the fry basket(s) on the lift arm.
HGFC(F) SERIES CONTROLS HGFC(F) Series Fryers have a microprocessor (computer) thermostat and timer. Control Guide Initiates program cooking cycles for units with or without basketlifts.
PROGRAMMING Temperature, time and other parameters must be set before operating. Follow the Program Guide to configure the fryer to your particular operation. Programming Guide Press to enter into the program mode, then follow the steps under each parameter to enter the desired information. To exit the parameter and save changes, press . To exit the program again. completely, press NOTE: To use set back parameter, the computer must be programmed for basket lifts.
Programming Guide (cont.) PARAMETER STEPS LEFT DISPLAY RIGHT DISPLAY Press SELECT OPTIONS Press ENGLISH (Factory Default) LANGUAGE Language Melt Options Recovery Time Press to select a language. ENGLISH/ESPANOL FRANCAIS/DEUTSCH HOLLAND Press when complete. PROGRAM Press SELECT Press NO MELT/LIQUID/SOLID Press to select melt options. NO MELT/LIQUID/SOLID Press when complete. PROGRAM Press SELECT Press RECOVERY* Press when complete.
Melt Options When using solid shortening in the fryer, the SOLID melt option must be used. Solid shortening must be gently warmed to a liquid state before heating to frying temperatures. Melting solid shortening without using this option will damage the fry tank and scorch the shortening. The controller has three options for bring shortening up to temperature.
Dispose (continued) • Turn power switch off and open the drain valve. • Discard the shortening into suitable discharge container. • Close the drain valve and fill the vat with shortening. • Turn power switch on. • Enter the programming mode, select the dispose parameter and reset the actual filter count to zero. This will also reset the actual cook count to zero. NOTE: The dispose prompt can only be reset by resetting the actual filter count or disabling the parameter.
Timers through 1. Press 2. Press : and enter the program mode. PROGRAM is displayed in the window. . The LED's on timers through are lit and SELECT PRODUCT is displayed in the window. 3. To select a timer, press one of the lit timer numbers; CK# 00:00 and TIME are displayed in the window. 4. Enter the desired time using keys entering the time, press timers through through . The time is displayed in the window. After ; SELECT PRODUCT is displayed in the window and the LED's on are lit. 5.
Setting Advanced Time Features 1. Press 2. Press and enter the program mode. for timers through , or press for timers through . The LEDs are lit on the timers available for programming, and SELECT PRODUCT is displayed in the window. 3. Select a timer; the programmed time is displayed in the window. A. Duty Time: 1) Press either arrow on ; DT# 00:00 is displayed in the window. 2) Enter the desired time using keys through 3) Continue to the next step or press . The time is displayed in the window.
Time Programming Quick Chart Press to enter the program mode for Press timers to Press timers for to Select a Timer Press to Enter Time Using to continue Press Set DUTY Time Press Set HOLD Time Press Select COMP or STRAIGHT – 28 – Exit Program
USING THE FRYER (After Startup) Models Without Basket Lift Option 1. Load the fry basket(s); do not overfill. Refer to frying (All Models). 2. Carefully lower basket(s) into shortening. 3. Press the desired program number to select the product to be timed. Timers or programmed for products. Once the product is selected, select through are button to start timing of the product on the left or right side of the fryer. 4.
SHUTDOWN 1. Press the power switch off. 2. For models with electronic ignition, turn the gas valve extension arm to OFF. EXTENDED SHUTDOWN 1. Turn the main gas shutoff valve off. 2. Press the power switch off. 3. Unplug the fryer. 4. Turn the gas valve extension arm to OFF. 5. Drain the fryer. 6. Allow the fryer to cool, then apply a thin coat of cooking oil to tank interior and tank back to prevent rust. FRYING GUIDELINES (All Models) • Heat shortening to set temperature.
DAILY FILTERING WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. Filtering Guidelines (All Models) • Stand alone fryers are available in filter-ready and non-filter-ready versions. • Battery interplumbing is available only on fryers equipped with Filter-In-A-Drawer. • A cold fryer will not drain properly. Always filter shortening in a liquid state. The shortening under the cold zone area will remain hard, even if the heat is on for a few minutes.
Battery Interplumbing (Available Only on Filter-In-A-Drawer Models) A battery of fryers equipped with optional interplumbing connects the fry tanks to a common drain. Each tank has an individual drain valve. Only one tank can be filtered at a time. Instructions for the Filter-InA-Drawer are covered in a separate manual. Follow the instructions. Filtering Procedures (Non-Filter-Ready Fryers) 1. Shut down the fryer. 2. Slowly remove basket(s). 3. Open fryer door and attach the drain pipe to the drain valve.
CLEANING WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. DAILY • Clean all exterior surfaces of your fryer at least once daily. • Use a damp cloth with warm water and a mild soap or detergent. • Rinse thoroughly, then polish with a soft, dry cloth. • Keep the fryer exterior clean and free of accumulated grease to prevent stubborn stains from forming. If regular cleaning is neglected, grease will be burned on and discolorations may form.
10. Drain the tank. 11. Rinse the tank thoroughly with clear, hot water (all traces of cleaner must be removed). 12. Dry the tank thoroughly. 13. Close the drain valve and add shortening. 14. Shortening level should be between the MIN and MAX lines. Shortening will expand when heated; do not fill the fry tank past the MAX line. The fryer is now ready for use. MAINTENANCE WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM No power when switch is turned on. POSSIBLE CAUSES / SOLUTIONS Tripped breaker; fuse blown / Verify fryer is plugged in and outlet has power. Problem with power switch / Call service. Fryer will not heat. Gas supply not on or partially on / Verify gas supply valve is full on / Check hose connection (if applicable). Verify power is on. Gas valve in fryer not on / Verify gas valve is on in fryer / Verify pilot comes on. Problem with high limit / Call service.
ALARMS AND ERROR MESSAGES (HGD and HGC Series) Pilot Out - If the pilot is out, the control displays the following message: (Electronic ignition only) HGD Series - FIrE OUt HGC Series - PILOT OUT If no action is taken after 90 seconds, an alarm sounds continuously, the heat demand is disabled and any running cooking cycles are cancelled.