Vollrath Cayenne 15 Lb Medium Duty Electric Fryers Operator Manual - Manual (Page 4)

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5. Lift drain valve (A) up (C) and slowly rotate to the open position (B). See
Figures 2 and 3.
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Figure 3. Valve Open Positions.
6. After the oil has drained close the drain valve (A) by turning to the closed
position (B). See Figures 2 and 3.
7. Filter or discard used oil.
8. Using a damp cloth or sponge dipped in soapy water to clean the unit
and well(s); rinse thoroughly.
Or, you may also fill the well(s) (C, Figure 1) with water and dish washing
liquid and boil it for a few minutes; drain well and rinse thoroughly. It’s
important that the unit doesn’t run dry as it will cause the element to burn
out.
9. Dry thoroughly after cleaning.
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This unit is equipped with a switch that cuts off power if the oil temperature
reaches 430°F (221°C). This switch has a manual reset. The reset switch
and cover (B) is located on the front panel of the unit. See Figure 1.
Determine what caused the safety switch to activate and correct it. Possible
causes include; dirty oil, low oil level and element not properly submerged in
oil.
To reset the temperature safety switch:
1. Wait until the oil has cooled to 300°F (148°C) or below.
2. Remove the switch cover (A) by unscrewing the cover counterclockwise.
See Figure 3.
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Figure 3. Switch Cover Removal.
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leaning
To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your unit
daily.
WARNING
Burn Hazard.
Do not touch hot liquid or heating surfaces while
unit is heating or operating.
Hot liquids and food can burn skin. Allow the hot liquid to cool
before handling. Do not drop or spill water into hot oil as it will spray
or splatter the hot oil out of the tank.
WARNING
Fire Hazard.
Overheated oil or oil vapors can ignite causing a
fire. Monitor oil temperature, quality and level. Use
and maintain oil vapor removal system.
Heat oil carefully. If oil smokes, reduce heat. Do not leave unit
unattended. If fire occurs, turn unit off, cover until cool. Do not
put water on hot or flaming oil. Do not operate with oil below low
oil mark. Dirty oil has a lower flash point. Replace oil on a regular
basis. Maintain correct oil level. Use an oil vapor removal system
(hood) to reduce oil and grease buildup on wall or ceiling surfaces.
NOTE:
Do not clean the unit with steel wool.
1. Allow the unit and oil to cool completely before cleaning.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Keep water and other liquids from entering the
inside of the unit. Liquid inside the unit could cause
an electrical shock.
Do not spray water or cleaning products. Liquid could contact the
electrical components and cause a short circuit or an electrical
shock. Do not use unit if power cord is damaged or has been
modified
2. Unplug the unit.
3. Do not immerse the cord, plug or controls in water or any other liquid.
4. Place a metal container 3 gallons or larger under the drain valve (A). See
Figure 2.
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B
Figure 2. Valve Closed Positions.