Southbend GFS35 - Manual (Page 9)

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Step 4: Check Clearances and Ventilation
Select a firm, level location for your Southbend fryer. Leave clearance, whenever possible, so that access
from the rear is possible to permit cleaning. If the unit is to be set on non-combustible flooring, such as a
concrete slab, 3 inches minimum toe room must be provided to prevent restriction of the air opening in the
bottom of the unit.
! WARNING
There must be adequate clearance between fryer(s) and construction. Clearance must also be
provided in front for servicing and for operation.
Minimum Clearances:
From Combustible Construction From Non-Combustible Construction
Sides 7" 0"
Rear 7" 0"
ALL GFS SERIES FRYERS SHALL BE INSTALLED WITH AT LEAST A 16 INCH SPACE BETWEEN
THE FRYER AND SURFACE FLAMES FROM ADJACENT EQUIPMENT.
No additional side and rear clearance is required for service as the fryer is serviceable from the front.
! WARNING
Improper ventilation can result in personal injury or death. Ventilation that fails to properly remove flue
products can cause headaches, drowsiness, nausea, or could result in death.
All units must be installed in such a manner that the flow of combustion and ventilation air is not
obstructed. Provisions for adequate air supply must also be provided. Do NOT obstruct the bottom
front of the unit, as combustion air enters through this area. Be sure to inspect and clean the
ventilation system according to the ventilation equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTICE
Proper ventilation is the owner’s responsibility. Any problem due to improper ventilation will not be
covered by the warranty.
Due to the variety of problems that can be caused by outside weather conditions, venting by canopies or wall
fans is preferred over any type of direct venting. It is recommended that a canopy extend 6" past the
appliance and the bottom edge be located 6'6" from the floor. Filters should be installed at an angle of 45° or
more from the horizontal. This position prevents dripping of grease and facilitates collecting the run-off
grease in a drip pan, unusually installed with a filter. A strong exhaust fan tends to create a vacuum in the
room and may interfere with burner performance or may extinguish pilot flames. Fresh air openings
approximately equal to the fan area will relieve such a vacuum. In case of unsatisfactory performance on
any appliance, check the appliance with the exhaust fan in the “OFF” position. Do this only long enough to
check equipment performance, then turn hood back on and let it run to remove any exhaust that may have
accumulated during the test.
The exhaust fan should be installed at least 2 feet above the vent opening at the top of the fryer.
This unit is not intended to be connected directly to an outside flue.