INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL GR SERIES GAS FRYERS MODELS: GRS25 GRS35 GRS45 GRS65 GRS85 GRD25 GRD35 GRD45 GRD65 GRD85 GRD35 VULCAN-HART COMPANY, FORM 30748, Rev. B (1-98) P.O. BOX 696, LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0696, GRS65 TEL.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GR Series Gas Fryers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Finish Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Features, Construction Features, Battery Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL FOR GR SERIES GAS FRYERS KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE GENERAL Vulcan-Hart GR Series Gas Fryers are available in 5 sizes with an array of features and options for a range of commercial fryer applications. While the overall tank width on the GR35 and GR45 are the same, the GR45 has a deeper tank area than GR35. Thus the GR45 has larger tank capacity than GR35 but not as large as GR65.
GR Series Fryer — Features Model Pilot Igniter Electronic Fat Melt Cycle Thermostat Basket Lift(s) Basket(s) Twin Single Tri GRS25, GRS35, GRS45, GRS65, GRS85 Std. Opt. Opt. Mechanical Opt. N/A Std. Std. Std. Opt. Opt. N/A N/A Opt. GRD25, GRD35, GRD45, GRD65, GRD85 Std. Opt. Std. Solid State Opt. N/A Std. Std. Std. Opt. Opt. N/A N/A Opt.
Field Installable Accessories Factory Installed Only Casters Twin Baskets Single Baskets Tri Baskets (GR65/GR85 only) Heat Lamp Flex Hose 4' Flex Hose 5' S/S Vat Cover Batter Tray Tank Skimmer Tank Scoop Electronic Pilot Fat Melt Basket Lift S/S Tank S/S Sides Battery Configuration Battery Interplumbing GR SERIES FRYMATE (Dump Station) Model RO Frymate Dump Station can be configured in batteries with fryers in either 151⁄2" or 21" width.
INSTALLATION ASSEMBLY 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. Also be sure the unit is built for the installation elevation. The fryer must be restrained to prevent tipping when installed in order to avoid the splashing of hot liquid.
GAS CONNECTIONS FLUE CONNECTIONS CAUTION: All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound must be resistant to the action of propane gases. The fryer must be located under a hood which has an adequate connection to an exhaust duct. The hood must extend 6" beyond fryer sides. The gas inlet is located at the lower right rear. Codes require that a gas shutoff valve be installed in the gas line ahead of the fryer.
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. Fig. 3 BEFORE FIRST USE 5. Turn gas valve extension arm to the ON position. Clean the Fryer 6. Repeat the above procedures if gas supply is interrupted.
CONTROLS — Models GRS or GRD (Fig. 5) HIGH LIMIT ON P FRY O W E R OFF MELT HEATING GRD FRYER MANUAL PILOT FRY-MELT SWITCH GRS FRYER MANUAL PILOT HIGH LIMIT P O W E R HIGH LIMIT ON ON P O W E R OFF OFF HEATING MELT HEATING TROUBLE TROUBLE GRD OR GRS FRYER ELECTRONIC IGNITER FRY-MELT SWITCH GRS FRYER ELECTRONIC IGNITER 15 MIN. TIMER 0 HIGH LIMIT 1 2 3 4 15 14 P O W E R FRY 5 6 13 12 FRY ON 15 MIN.
MELTING SOLID SHORTENING 5. After draining and cleaning, apply a thin film of cooking oil to tank interior and tank back to avoid possible surface corrosion. Melting solid shortening without using the melt cycle will damage the fry tank and scorch the shortening. ELECTRONIC IGNITER (Optional) Only fryers equipped with the MELT cycle may use solid shortening. Solid shortening must be gently warmed to the liquid state before heating to frying temperatures. To begin the melt cycle, press the MELT switch.
Batter-covered foods should be dropped carefully, one by one, into shortening or basket. If you use the basket, first dip basket into shortening to reduce batter build-up on basket surfaces. Extended Shutdown 1. Turn manual gas shutoff valve OFF. 2. Push the power switch to the OFF position and unplug the fryer. Corn-on-the-cob must be submerged to fry uniformly. Place corn in bottom of basket. Stack an empty basket on top of corn to keep it submerged. 3. Turn gas valve extension arm to the OFF position.
Filtering Procedure (Not Filter Ready) Always be sure you have adequate container capacity before opening drain; monitor draining process. 1. Turn the fryer off. 2. Slowly remove the baskets, especially if shortening is hot, to prevent splashing. After oil has filtered into the mobile filter, it is pumped back to the individual tank by (1) closing the drain valve, and (2) opening the valve on the return line (Fig. 7). Only one return valve should be opened at any one time. 3.
2. Close the drain valve and fill the tank with a non-corrosive, grease-dissolving commercial cleaner, following the manufacturer's instructions. CLEANING (All Models) WARNING: DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING. 3. Set the thermostat at a temperature recommended by the manufacturer of the commercial cleaner and boil the solution for 15 to 20 minutes. If cleaner is a water based chemical, temperature may be 190 - 212°F.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: HOT OIL AND PARTS CAN CAUSE BURNS. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE FRYER. VENT Annually, when fryer is cool, check the flue and clear any obstructions. WARNING: SPILLING HOT FRYING COMPOUND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. DO NOT MOVE FRYER WITHOUT DRAINING ALL FRYING COMPOUND FROM THE TANK.
NOTES FORM 30748, Rev. B (1-98) 16 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
