Broaster VF3iXP User manual

The Broaster Company
2855 Cranston Road, Beloit, WI 53511-3991
608/365-0193 www.broaster.com
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ETL (US & CAN), ETL Sanitation
MODEL VF-2XP & VF3iXP
BROASTER®VENTLESS FRYER
INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
Be sure ALL installers read, understand, and have access to this manual at all times.
“An American Tradition Since 1954!”

FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not use or store gasoline or other flammable vapors
or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING: 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.
All adjustments and repairs shall be made
by an authorized Broaster Company repre-
sentative.
If there is a power failure, turn power switch
OFF. DO NOT attempt to operate unit dur-
ing a power failure.
WARNING: 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.
WARNING: Rags or papers containing
cooking oil can catch fire if exposed to
heat. Laundering will not remove the oil. Dis-
pose 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.
DANGER: DO NOT clean this fryer with
a water jet. Use of this cleaning method
could result in serious injury or death.
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For the sake of safety and clarity, the following words used in this manual are defined as follows:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in serious injury or death.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor injury, property damage or both.

NEW OWNER OR RELOCATION NOTIFICATION
If you are a new owner of a used unit or
have relocated your Broaster®VF-2 or VF3i
Fryer, please take a minute to fill out one of
the cards below. It is NOT a warranty regis-
tration.
This card enables The Broaster Company to
better serve you and keep you informed of
changes in equipment, condiments, or ser-
vice bulletins.
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Address:
City: State: Zip Code:
Owner’s Name:
County:
Phone:
Model:
Serial Number:
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Manual #16887 5/08

The Broaster Company
2855 Cranston Road
Beloit, WI 53511
The Broaster Company
2855 Cranston Road
Beloit, WI 53511
Manual #16887 5/08

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 - OWNER RESPONSIBILITY ..........................................................................................1 - 1
2 - INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................2 - 1
LOCATION..................................................................................................................2 - 1
CLEARANCES............................................................................................................2 - 1
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................................2 - 1
UNPACKAGING..........................................................................................................2 - 2
FIRE SUPPRESSION ACTIVATION...........................................................................2 - 2
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS...........................................................................2 - 3
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................2 - 3
ELECTRICAL AMPERGE RATING.............................................................................2 - 3
WIRING DIAGRAM
VF-2 EXPORT & CE...........................................................................................2 - 4
VF3i EXPORT & CE............................................................................................2 - 5
INITIAL START-UP......................................................................................................2 - 6
2 - GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BROASTER®VF-2 or VF-3i FRYER..............................2 - 1
4 - PRE-COOKING PREPARATION...................................................................................4 - 1
START-UP...................................................................................................................4 - 1
COOKING OIL ............................................................................................................4 - 1
FOOD AND CONDIMENTS........................................................................................4 - 1
5 - CONTROL PANEL ........................................................................................................5 - 1
DUAL DISPLAY FAMILIARIZATION ...........................................................................5 - 1
OPERATIONAL LOCKOUT ........................................................................................5 - 2
CONTROLLER BASIC PROGRAMMING...................................................................5 - 2
Normal Operating Mode......................................................................................5 - 2
Preset Cook Mode ..............................................................................................5 - 3
Programming Procedure.....................................................................................5 - 3
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6 - FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS..................................................................................6 - 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................6 - 1
AUTOMATIC OPERATION .........................................................................................6 - 1
MANUAL OPERATION ...............................................................................................6 - 1
INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE................................................................................6 - 1
Gaining Access...................................................................................................6 - 1
Monthly Inspection..............................................................................................6 - 2
Semi-Annually.....................................................................................................6 - 2
Twelve Year.........................................................................................................6 - 3
SEMI-ANNUAL INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE LOG .............................................6 - 3
7 - VENTILATION SYSTEM................................................................................................7 - 1
8 - PRODUCT PREPARATION AND COOKING................................................................8 - 1
COOKING...................................................................................................................8 - 1
9 - COOKING OIL CARE....................................................................................................9 - 1
10 - CLEANING ................................................................................................................10 - 1
COOKING UTENSILS...............................................................................................10 - 1
HAND CLEANING METHOD....................................................................................10 - 1
DISHWASHER METHOD .........................................................................................10 - 1
CLEANER NEUTRALIZATION..................................................................................10 - 1
UNIT SURFACES .....................................................................................................10 - 1
DISHWASHER SAFE COMPONENTS.....................................................................10 - 1
MINIMUM PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS.............................10 - 1
11 - NIGHTLY SHUTDOWN/SEASON SHUTDOWN .......................................................11 - 1
NIGHTLY SHUTDOWN.............................................................................................11 - 1
SEASON SHUTDOWN.............................................................................................11 - 1
12 - TROUBLESHOOTING...............................................................................................12 - 1
ELECTRICAL TIPS...................................................................................................12 - 1
INDICATOR LIGHTS.................................................................................................12 - 2
SOLID STATE CONTROLLER TIPS.........................................................................12 - 3
FROZEN IQF PRODUCT..........................................................................................12 - 3
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1 - OWNERS RESPONSIBILITY
It is the owner’s responsibility to:
• Insure the Broaster®VF-2, VF-3i Fryer
is properly maintained.
• Allow only properly trained personnel to
operate, clean and maintain a Broaster®
VF-2, VF-3i Fryer.
• Schedule and maintain documentation
that the appropriate inspection and
maintenance of the Fire Suppression
system has been completed.
• Retain this manual for future reference.
• Insure main power supply is discon-
nected before the unit is serviced.
• Ensure that all safety devices are intact
and the operation manual is included
with the unit when you sell, trade, dis-
pose of, or give away your Broaster®
VF-2, VF-3i Fryer.
• Insure a proper surface is provided for
the Broaster®VF-2, VF-3i Fryer to sit
on.
• Keep the louvres in both the front and
the rear of unit free from obstructions.
• Ensure that access is not obstructed to
the fire suppression system. Fire sup-
pression status can be monitored by
viewing through the right side panel
access hole.
If you need replacement manuals, contact
an authorized Broaster Company represen-
tative 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®
VF-2, VF-3i Fryer so records may be
updated.
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