Broaster 2400XP User manual

The Broaster Company
2855 Cranston Road, Beloit, WI 53511-3991
608/365-0193 broaster.com
© 2014 the Broaster Company
Printed In U.S.A.
Genuine Broaster Chicken®, Broasted®, Broaster Chicken®, Broaster Foods®. and Broasterie® are registered
trademarks. Usage is available only to licensed operators with written authorization from the Broaster Company.
Be sure ALL installers read, understand, and have access to this manual at all times.
FOR EXPORT USE ONLY
OPERATION MANUAL
BROASTER®2400XP
PRESSURE FRYER
Manual #16285 8/05 Rev: 11/14

All adjustments and repairs shall be made
by an authorized Broaster Company repre-
sentative.
If there is a power failure, turn cook/filter
switch OFF. On the Model 2400GH, also
slide switch on gas valve OFF. DO NOT
attempt to operate unit during a power fail-
ure.
2400GH: Post, in prominent locations,
instructions to be followed in the event that
the user smells gas. This information can be
obtained from your local gas supplier.
Failure to read and
understand this manual
completely could result in serious injury
or death. Be sure ALL operators read,
understand and have access to this
manual at all times.
Rags or paper containing
cooking oil can catch fire
if exposed to heat. Laundering will not
remove the oil. Dispose of all oil-soiled
papers and rags in a trash container that
is in a ventilated area away from all
cooking equipment or other heat
sources such as direct sunlight.
If at any time the POWER
ON light does not turn off
when the cook/filter switch is moved to
the OFF position, contact your local
Broaster Company representative for
service immediately.
DO NOT operate unit
without filter pan and filter
pan cover in its proper position. Filter
pan cover must be wiped clean after
each filtering cycle.
Make sure Pressure Relief
Valve and Pressure Gauge
ports on bottom of cover are clear of any
oil or grease buildup.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not use or store gasoline or other flammable vapors
or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Improper installation, adjustments, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and mainte-
nance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
For the sake of safety and clarity, the following words used in this manual are defined as follows:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor injury, property damage or both.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 – LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................................................................................... 1-1
2 – OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY ......................................................................................... 2-1
3 – INSTALLATION INSPECTION ........................................................................................ 3-1
4 – GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BROASTER®PRESSURE FRYER .................................... 4-1
5 – PRE-COOKING PREPARATIONS .................................................................................. 5-1
O-RING LUBRICATION .................................................................................................... 5-1
COVER CHECK ................................................................................................................ 5-1
COOKING OIL .................................................................................................................. 5-1
Liquid Oil .....................................................................................................................5-1
Solid Shortening ......................................................................................................... 5-1
OIL LEVEL ........................................................................................................................ 5-2
FOOD AND CONDIMENTS .............................................................................................. 5-2
1800GH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 5-3
Start Up .......................................................................................................................5-3
Shut Down .................................................................................................................. 5-3
Choose Preset Cook Cycle: ....................................................................................... 7-7
Change Cook Time: .................................................................................................... 7-7
Change Cook Temperature ........................................................................................ 7-7
Activate/Deactivate Auto Comp ................................................................................. 7-7
Advance to Next Preset .............................................................................................. 7-7
6 - SOLID STATE CONTROL PANEL .................................................................................. 6 - 1
DUAL DISPLAY FAMILIARIZATION............................................................................... 6 - 1
CONTROLLER BASIC PROGRAMMING ...................................................................... 6 - 2
Normal Operating Mode
Set Temperature.................................................................................................... 6 - 2
Set Time................................................................................................................ 6 - 2
Set AUTO COMP (Automatic Time Compensation).............................................. 6 - 2
Read Actual Temperature ..................................................................................... 6 - 2
Reset Cycle Counter............................................................................................. 6 - 2
Multi-Program Feature
Preset Cook Mode ................................................................................................ 6 - 3
Chose Preset Cook Cycle..................................................................................... 6 - 3
Programming Procedure (Preset Mode) ............................................................... 6 - 3
Change Cook Time ............................................................................................... 6 - 3
Change Cook Temperature ................................................................................... 6 - 3
Activate/Deactivate Auto Comp ........................................................................... 6 - 3
Advance To Next Preset ....................................................................................... 6 - 3

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7 - COOKING WEIGHT, TEMPERATURE AND TIME......................................................... 7 - 1
FRESH PRODUCTS...................................................................................................... 7 - 1
FROZEN IQF CHICKEN ................................................................................................ 7 - 2
8 - COOKING OIL CARE AND FILTERING ......................................................................... 9 - 1
OIL CARE ................................................................................................................... 9 - 1
Oil Quality ..................................................................................................... 9 - 1
Temperature .................................................................................................. 9 - 1
Volume .......................................................................................................... 9 - 1
Type of Coating and Seasoning Used .......................................................... 9 - 1
Amount of Care and Filtering Oil Receives ................................................... 9 - 1
FILTERING.................................................................................................................. 9 - 1
FILTERING HINTS ...................................................................................................... 9 - 3
9 - CLEANING .................................................................................................................... 10 - 1
COOKING WELL ...................................................................................................... 10 - 1
FOOD BASKET......................................................................................................... 10 - 2
UNIT SURFACES...................................................................................................... 10 - 2
CONDENSATE PAN.................................................................................................. 10 - 2
SLIDE RODS ............................................................................................................ 10 - 2
COVER ..................................................................................................................... 10 - 2
SPLASH SHIELD ...................................................................................................... 10 - 2
GAS SPRING COVER............................................................................................... 10 - 3
PROBE GUARD........................................................................................................ 10 - 4
MINIMUM PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS ................................... 10 - 5
10 - NIGHTLY SHUTDOWN ............................................................................................... 12 - 1
11 - SEASONAL SHUTDOWN ........................................................................................... 12 - 1
12 - TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................ 13 - 1
ELECTRICAL TIPS ................................................................................................... 13 - 1
SOLID STATE CONTROLLER TIPS .......................................................................... 13 - 2
GAS TIPS ................................................................................................................. 13 - 3
COVER, YOKE, AND LIFT TIPS ............................................................................... 13 - 4
PRESSURE SYSTEM TIPS....................................................................................... 13 - 4
PRODUCT TIPS........................................................................................................ 13 - 5
Fresh Chicken .................................................................................................. 13 - 5
Frozen IQF Chicken.......................................................................................... 13 - 6
FILTERING TIPS ....................................................................................................... 13 - 7

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1 – LIMITED WARRANTY
Subject to the terms and conditions of this warranty, The Broaster Company (Company) warrants that
all equipment and parts manufactured and sold by the Company and purchased new from an autho-
rized Broaster Distributor or Export Management Company are free from defects in material and work-
manship for a period of one year from date of installation if installation is made by a qualified installer in
accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Warranty coverage is extended to the original pur-
chaser only and is void if the equipment is resold. If an authorized Company Distributor or Export Man-
agement Company notifies The Broaster Company Service Department of a warranty claim during the
warranty period, and there is a warranty registration on file with the matching serial number, the Com-
pany will, upon receipt of the claim and clear photographs of the failed part, examine the information
and determine if the claim can be processed without the return of the part. If the claim is deemed to be
valid, the Company will then issue a credit for the price of a new part to the Distributor or Export Man-
agement Company. In some cases, at the sole discretion of the Company, it will be required that the
part be returned before a claim can be processed. A claim will be considered invalid if there is any evi-
dence that the part had been subjected to abnormal usage, had not been installed, operated or ser-
viced in accordance with Company operating instructions, or if there is any evidence of accident,
alteration or abuse of the part or the use of unauthorized repair methods. All parts replaced under this
warranty carry only the unexpired term of the warranty.
The stainless steel cooking well is warranted for 10 years of repair and return only. The warranty for the
cooking well covers repairs done at the Company facility only and does not cover any freight charges. A
valid claim and photos must be submitted and approved before the cooking well can be returned for
repair.
This warranty covers parts only and does not cover labor charges, transportation charges or other
expenses in the connection with warranty service, which are the obligation of the owner unless other-
wise specified in the original sales contract between the purchaser and the authorized Company Dis-
tributor or Export Management Company from which the equipment is purchased. Please refer to that
contract for coverage as to those charges.
This warranty shall be void unless genuine Broaster®parts & filter paper, Bro-Clean™ filtering compound, or
XL Filtering Compound and Broaster Cooking Well Cleaner is used in conjunction with the equipment.
This warranty does not apply to consumable items and supplies such as O-rings, food baskets, bulbs,
gaskets and lamps.
The foregoing warranty is made in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, and the Company
specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The
Company’s full obligation under this warranty, and the purchaser’s sole remedy, shall be limited to
replacement, reconditioning or repair as specified above.
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER OR ANY OTHER PER-
SON FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE
OR INABILITY TO USE THE EQUIPMENT COVERED HEREBY, WHETHER ARISING FROM BREACH
OF WARRANTY, STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE.
The Company reserves the right to change or improve its products in any way without obligation to alter
products previously manufactured.
Used Company equipment or Company equipment not purchased from an authorized distributor car-
ries no warranty expressed or implied.
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2 – OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
It is the owner’s responsibility to:
• Ensure the Broaster®Pressure Fryer is
properly maintained.
• Ensure all safety devices and warning
signs are in their original location and
are legible.
• Allow only properly trained personnel to
operate, clean and maintain a Broaster®
Pressure Fryer.
• Retain this manual for future reference.
• Ensure main power supply is discon-
nected before the unit is serviced.
• When you sell, trade, dispose of or give
away your Broaster®Pressure Fryer,
you must make sure that all safety
devices and warning signs are intact
and legible and the operation manual is
included with the unit.
•2400GH:Keep burner area free and clear
of all combustible materials.
•2400GH: DO NOT obstruct exhaust flue
or open area around bottom of unit at
the front, back and sides which would
restrict the flow of combustion and ven-
tilation air.
If you need replacement warning signs
or manuals, contact an authorized
Broaster Company representative or the
Broaster Company at 608/365-0193.
The Customer Service Department at the
Broaster Company should be contacted
at the time of sale or disposal of the
Broaster®Pressure Fryer so records
may be updated.
If you are a new owner of a used unit or
have relocated your Broaster Pressure
Fryer, please take a minute to notify us
by completing the Pre-Owned Equip-
ment Registration page on our website.
It is NOT a warranty registration.
broaster.com/preowned-registration.htm
This information enables the Broaster
Company to better serve you and keep
you informed of changes in equipment,
condiments, or service bulletins.
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3 – INSTALLATION INSPECTION
Before operating unit, be sure installa-
tion meets all requirements in the Instal-
lation Manual provided with your unit.
Follow cleaning instruc-
tions as outlined in this
manual before operating for the first
time. See “Cleaning” on page 9-1.
• A remote circuit breaker or fuse should
be installed in the main power supply
located in a path of exit and clearly iden-
tified.
• To avoid splashing of hot liquid, unit
must be restrained to prevent tipping.
This can be done by installing the unit in
a battery of appliances, in an alcove or
with adequate ties.
•SeeSafety Relief Valve on page 4-3.
DO NOT install unit where traffic areas
are on either side or behind unit.
2400GH:
Electrical Grounding
Instructions—The Model
2400GH is equipped with a three-prong
(grounding) plug to protect against
shock hazard. The plug must be plugged
directly into a properly grounded three-
prong receptacle. DO NOT cut or remove
the grounding prong from this plug.
• A gas shutoff valve, installed in gas sup-
ply line, should be located in a path of
exit and clearly identified.
Gas Conversion
USA and Canada
• Contact your local Broaster Company
representative for converting from one
type of gas to another.
European Union
• Units manufactured for use in the Euro-
pean Union are not convertible from one
type of gas to another.
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4 – GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
BROASTER®PRESSURE FRYER
BEFOREOPERATINGCHECK OIL LEVELCAUTION!
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CAUTION!BEFOREOPERATING
CHECKOILLEVEL
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For Gas
Models Only
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1. Pressure Regulating Valve: Opens
and closes pressure regulating valve.
When cover and valve are CLOSED,
this valve seals the cooking well,
allowing pressure to build. Valve is
preset to maintain pressure at 12-14
PSI during a cooking cycle. When
OPEN, all pressure is exhausted and
timer stops timing.
2. Cooking Well: Holds cooking oil.
3. Basket Lifter Holder: Holds basket
lifter when not in use.
4. Condensate Pan: Holds condensa-
tion drained from exhaust tank. Check
liquid level several times daily. Empty
as needed.
Water and hot oil DO NOT
mix. DO NOT pour
contents of condensate pan into cooking
well or filter pan. Hot oil could splash,
causing serious burns.
5. Filter Pan: Holds filter components
and filtering compound used to filter
hot oil.
HOT Surfaces!
Hot shortening! DO NOT
use this container to
transport hot shortening. Hot shortening
could splash, causing serious burns.
6. Exhaust Drain Tube: Directs conden-
sation from the exhaust tank into con-
densate pan.
7. Countertop Drip Pan: Collects con-
densate from the open cooking well
and directs it to the Drip Pan Drain
Line. Drip Pan is removable for clean-
ing.
8. Drip Pan Drain Line: Directs counter-
top liquid toward Condensate Pan.
9. Pilot Burner: A small flame used to
ignite the main burner.
10. Manual Gas Shut Off Valve: Shuts off
gas flow to the gas valve. Gas will flow
when handle is in line with pipe. Turn-
ing handle crosswise to the pipe stops
gas flow.
11. Gas Valve: Regulates gas supply. The
valve has a two-position switch: OFF
stops all gas flow and ON allows gas
flow to pilot and main burner as
needed.
12. Drain Valve: Used to drain cooking oil
from cooking well into filter pan or
container made for handling hot oil.
Never drain oil unless
cook/filter switch is OFF
and pressure regulating valve is OPEN.
Hot oil could spray out under pressure,
causing serious burns.
13. Drain Valve Handle: Opens and
closes drain valve. When handle is
horizontal, valve is closed. When verti-
cal, valve is open.
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14. Cover O-Ring: Forms a seal when
cover is lowered into the cooking well.
15. Safety Relief Valve: This valve will
open in the event pressure in the
cooking well meets relief pressure of
valve. A properly installed valve has
the outlet facing toward rear corner of
the countertop. DO NOT use valve to
release pressure at the end of a cook-
ing cycle. If valve leaks during normal
operation, DO NOT operate the unit
until valve is replaced by an authorized
Broaster Company representative.
Keep away from safety
relief valve opening
unless wearing heat and steam
protective apparel. Escaping steam
could cause serious burns.
Test valve once a month. Also test
before and after an extended shut-
down. Using a hot mitt, lift valve han-
dle during a cook cycle until pressure
is released from cooking well. Allow
valve to snap closed.
16. Pressure Gauge: Indicates pressure
within the cooking well. Normal oper-
ating pressure is 12-14 PSI.
17. Basket Lifter: Used to raise and lower
food basket into the cooking well.
18. Food Basket: Holds product for cook-
ing. Indicates proper level of oil at
operating temperature.
19. Basket Support Grate: Used in the
bottom of the cooking well to support
the basket w/o feet at the proper
height. (Model 2400GH only)
Basket, lifting handle and
basket support grate are
hot, use gloves when handling. Hot
surfaces could cause serious burns.
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20. Pressure Port: When cover is
CLOSED while cooking, all steam
passes through this port into the pres-
sure regulating valve.
21. Capillary Guard: Protects tempera-
ture sensor probe, hi-limit bulb and
capillary from damage. Includes hot
and cold oil level indicator.
Check oil level before
turning cook/filter switch
to COOK.
22. Exhaust Tank: Steam and vapors are
exhausted through this tank.
23. Filter Pump and Motor: When filter-
ing, returns oil to cooking well.
24. Basket Rest: Holds and tilts basket
for draining when removing cooked
product from oil or loading uncooked
product.
DO NOT rest basket on
top flange of cooking well.
Damage to area in contact with O-ring
can cause leaking under pressure or
O-ring failure.
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5 – PRE-COOKING PREPARATIONS
O-RING LUBRICATION
Lubricate filter pan riser line O-ring and
cover O-ring with cooking oil (see COVER
steps 1 through 3, page 9-2.
COVER CHECK
To OPEN cover, push down on cover handle
then rotate handle clockwise. Slide assem-
bly to the rear of the unit. To CLOSE, pull
assembly toward the front and rotate han-
dle counterclockwise.
• Always fully rotate handle OPEN or
CLOSED.
• Never use force to OPEN cover. OPEN
only when no pressure is present in the
cooking well.
• If cover will not OPEN easily, be sure
pressure regulating valve is OPEN. If
cover will still not OPEN, turn cook/filter
switch OFF. DO NOT operate unit until it
has been serviced by an authorized
Broaster Company representative.
• When cover has been placed in its
raised position, it should remain raised
until it is deliberately lowered. If the
cover will not remain raised, turn cook/
filter switch OFF. DO NOT operate unit
until it has been serviced by an autho-
rized Broaster Company representative.
COOKING OIL
The words “oil” and “shortening” are
used to describe a high quality cooking
medium manufactured for deep frying.
Check oil level before
turning cook/filter switch
to COOK.
Danger of fire exists if the
oil level is below the
minimum level.
Using old oil reduces
flash-point, increasing the
risk of surge boiling.
Use care when handling
hot oil. Oil could splash.
causing serious burns.
Fill cooking well using one of the following
methods:
Liquid Oil
Use Broaster®liquid oils or a high quality
liquid oil manufactured for deep frying.
Solid Shortening
(Any cooking medium that is solid at room
temperature)
DO NOT heat solid
shortening on a stove or
other appliance prior to placing in
cooking well. Hot shortening could
splash, causing serious burns.
DO NOT leave unit unattended when
melting solid shortening. HOT OIL LEVEL
must be maintained. Solid shortening
must be soft enough to be packed
around and completely cover heating
elements on the 2400E and sides and
bottom of cooking well on the 2400GH. If
not, there will be places on heating
elements and cooking well not covered
with shortening. During the heating
period, these bare spots will be hot
spots. They could discolor the cooking
well, damage a heating element, scorch
or burn shortening, reducing its useful
life.
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OIL LEVEL
Close drain valve. Fill cooking well with oil
to COLD OIL LEVEL. Oil will expand when
heated.
Be sure hot oil is at HOT
OIL LEVEL. Be sure top
heating element is covered before
turning cook/filter switch to COOK.
FOOD AND CONDIMENTS
Make sure the food you purchase is high
quality. For best results, chicken should be
fresh, trimmed for portion control, and uni-
form in size.
A wide variety of Broaster®Company
monosodium glutamate-free condiments
are available. They have all been tested for
the best possible results in the unit. If using
Genuine Broaster®breading and mari-
nades, you can obtain a Trademark Authori-
zation allowing the use of the Broaster
Company trademarks in your advertising
and menus.
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2400GH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
Start Up
1. Turn cook/filter switch OFF.
2. See OIL LEVEL.
3. Turn gas shut-off valve (1) ON. Wait
five minutes before turning gas control
ON.
4. Slide switch (2) on top of gas control
to ON.*
The model 2400GH has an
intermittent pilot burner.
This type of pilot lights when the control-
ler calls for heat and goes out when the
controller is not calling for heat.
To light pilot and main burners, turn cook/
filter switch to COOK.
*.
Shut Down
1. Turn cook/filter switch OFF.
2. Turn gas control switch (2) OFF.
3. Turn gas shut-off valve (1) OFF.
* This switch is not used on gas pressure fryers manufactured for use in the European Union.
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