Carolina Cooker M64556 User manual

M64556 M59541M52509 M64557
Propane Fryer Owner’s Guide
Read and understand this manual to safely operate and maintain this product.

Failure to follow these hazard instructions when using the Carolina Cooker® Propane Fryer (appliance)
could result in a re or explosion causing property damage, personal injury, or even death.
If you smell gas:
1. Shut o gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open ame.
3. Open all lids, remove any cover, and remove vats only if empty.
If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your re department.
• Do not store a spare LP cylinder under or near the appliance or other heat sources.
    •  NEVERllanLPcylinderbeyond80percentfull.
Note: Not following these instructions could result in a re, causing death or serious injury.
   •  Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherammableliquidsorvaporsinthevicinityofthisoranyother
appliance.
    •  AnLPcylindernotconnectedforuseshallnotbestoredinthevicinityofthisoranyotherappliance.
Even though all the safety instructions in this Owner’s Guide are important and should be read and understood before
using this appliance, these are some of the more important user instructions. Failure to comply could result in a re,
property damage, or personal injury.
1. This appliance is for outdoor use only and should never be left unattended. Constant supervision is necessary.
2. Never operate this appliance within 10 feet (3m) of any structure, extended awnings, combustible material, or other
LP cylinder. Never operate this appliance within 25 feet (7.5m) of any ammable liquid.
3. Read all the operating instructions before lighting the burner. If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn the burner
control OFF, wait 5 minutes, and repeat the lighting procedure.
4. Do not ll a cooking pot beyond its maximum capacity.
5. Never allow oil or grease to smoke or get hotter than 400° F (200° C). If this happens, immediately turn the
burner and gas supply OFF.
6. Hot cooking liquids remain at dangerous temperature levels long after the burner is OFF. Never touch the
appliance until liquids have cooled to 115° F (45° C) or less. Do not move or put the appliance into storage
until it is cool to the touch.
7. If a re should occur, immediately move away from the appliance and call your local re department. Do not
attempt to extinguish an oil or grease re with water.
8. Disconnect the LP cylinder whenever this appliance is not in use.
DANGER
!
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
!
WARNING
!

1Carolina Cooker®
844-478-4334
Model M52509, M59541, M64556, & M64557
February 2022
1. General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.1 Welcome to the Carolina Cooker® Family . . . . . . 2
1.2 It’s All AboutSafety....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Unanswered Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 End of Life Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. Safety Nomenclature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2.2 Safety Alert Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
2.3 Safety Icon Nomenclature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.3.1 Personal Protection/Important
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3.2 Prohibited Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3.3 Hazard Avoidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3. General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.1 Propane Gas Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.2 Carbon Monoxide Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.3 General Operating Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.4 Location Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.5 Personal Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.6 Protection Against Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.7 Cooking Oil or Grease Fires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.8 LP (Propane) Gas and LP Cylinder Safety . . . . . . 8
3.8.1 LP Cylinder Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.8.2 Transporting and Relling an
LP Cylinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.8.3 Using an LP Cylinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.8.4 Storing an LP Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4. Terminology and Appliance Nomenclature. . . 9
4.1 Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4.2 Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5. Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.1 General Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
5.2 Single and Double Burner Assembly
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
5.2.1 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5.2.2 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.3 Triple Burner Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
5.3.1 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.3.2 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1 General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1.1 Prior to Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1.2 While Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1.3 After Cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.2 Connecting the LP Cylinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.2.1 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.2.2 Connecting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.2.3 LP Cylinder Tank Leak Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.3 Soapy Water Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.4 Lighting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.5 General Cooking Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.5.1 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
6.5.2 Thermometer Test Instructions . . . . . . . . . 20
6.5.3 Typical Cooking Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6.6 Reusing Cooking Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
8. Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
9. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
10. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
11. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
11.1 Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
11.2 Maintenance Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
12. Parts Breakdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
12.1 M64556 Parts Breakdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
12.2 M52509 or M59541 Parts Breakdown. . . . . . 26
12.3 M64557 Parts Breakdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
13. Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
14. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Model M52509, M59541, M64556, & M64557
February 2022
Read and Understand Owner’s Guide
TAKE SAFETY SERIOUSLY. Even though the
safety instructions and informational text in this
Operator’s Guide may seem long and tiresome, they are
provided for your safety and those nearby the appliance
when it is operating.
To prevent property damage, personal injury, or even death,
carefully read, understand, and follow ALL warnings and
instructions contained within this Owner’s Guide and/or
other referenced publications.
This appliance, if not used and maintained properly, can
be dangerous to users unfamiliar with its operation. Do
not operate, maintain, adjust, or clean this appliance until
you have read this Owner’s Guide and have developed a
thorough understanding of the safety precautions and
functions of the appliance.
This appliance is designed for the specic purpose of
preparing food for human consumption. DO NOT modify or
use this equipment for any application other than that for
which it was designed.
Appliance maintained or operated improperly, or by
untrained users, can be dangerous; exposing the user and/
or bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
1.3 Unanswered Questions
If you have any questions not answered in this guide,
require additional copies, or the Owner’s Guide is
damaged, please contact:
Carolina Cooker®
P.O. Box 799
Garner, NC 27529
Orders: 833-926-6537
Inquires: 844-478-4334
Web: www.CarolinaCooker.com
1.2 It’s All About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important.
The proper and safe use of this appliance is an important
responsibility and should be taken seriously. This
Operator’s Guide contains important safety information
necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the
appliance.
Keep this Owner’s Guide for future reference.
The information, specications, and illustrations / photos
in this Owner’s Guide are based on the information that
was available at the time this material was published. We
reserve the right to change specications or design at any
time without notice.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without
written permission from Direct Distributors, Inc. which is a
Carolina Cooker® Distributor.
This appliance is not intended for
commercial use. It is also not
intended to be used as a turkey fryer.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
!
FOR OUTDOOR
USE ONLY !
!
NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE
Think SAFETY!
Work SAFETY!
1. General Information
To help you make informed decisions about safe operation
and maintenance of this appliance, you will nd important
safety information in a variety of forms, including:
• Safety labels on the appliance or LP cylinder.
• The General Safety section in this Owner’s Guide.
• Specic safety instructions in sections, such as
Operation, Maintenance, Cleaning, etc. in this
Owner’s Guide.
1.1 Welcome to the Carolina Cooker®
Family
Congratulations on your choice of a Carolina Cooker® Fryer.
This Owner’s Guide covers the Carolina Cooker® Single,
Double, and Triple Burner Fryers, as well as the Carolina
Cooker® Stainless Double Burner Fryer.
The Carolina Cooker® Fryers have been engineered for safe
and ecient operation. Each appliance has either one, two,
or three 46,000 BTU burners depending on the model. The
Carolina Cooker® Fryers are energy-saving, environmentally
friendly, and convenient to operate. When properly
maintained, the appliances will provide a long and
trouble-free service life.

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Model M52509, M59541, M64556, & M64557
February 2022
1.4 Contents
The appliance does not include an LP cylinder.
The appliance is supplied with a pressure regulator
and hose assembly designed for an LP cylinder Type 1
connection. Do not use any other type of gas regulator
or LP cylinder. The contents also include the base and
cast iron pot.
1.5 End of Life Cycle
This appliance is designed to prepare food for human
consumption. When the appliance is no longer capable
of performing its designed function, destruction of the
appliance should be conducted according to federal and
local environmental regulations. Do not use any materials
or components from the appliance or the LP cylinder for
any other purpose.

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844-478-4334
Model M52509, M59541, M64556, & M64557
February 2022
Do not assemble, operate, or maintain the
appliance until you read and understand the
information contained in this Owner’s Guide.
Safety precautions and warnings are provided
in this Owner’s Guide and on the appliance.
If these hazard warnings are not heeded,
bodily injury or death could occur to you or to other
persons.
Carolina Cooker® cannot anticipate every possible
circumstance that might involve a potential hazard.
The warnings in this Owner’s Guide and on the
appliance are, therefore, not all-inclusive. If a method
of assembly, use, or maintenance not specically
recommended by us is used, you must satisfy yourself
that it is safe for you and for others. You should also
ensure that the appliance will not be damaged or be
made unsafe by the methods that you choose.
2. Safety Nomenclature
2.1 General
Safety of the user and bystanders is one of the main
concerns in designing and developing a new product.
Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety
features as possible. However, every year many
accidents occur which could have been avoided by a
few seconds of thought and a more careful approach
to handling the appliance.
Most accidents are caused by failure to observe basic
safety rules or precautions. An accident can often
be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous
situations before an accident occurs. As you assemble,
use, or maintain the appliance, you must be alert to
potential hazards. You should also have the necessary
training, skills, and tools to perform any assembly or
maintenance procedures.
Improper operation and maintenance of this appliance
could result in a dangerous situation that could cause
injury or death.
!
WARNING
!
This Owner’s Guide contains DANGERS, WARNINGS,
CAUTIONS, SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, IMPORTANT
NOTICES, and NOTES which must be followed to
prevent the possibility of improper service, damage to
the equipment, personal injury, or death. The following
key words call the readers’ attention to potential
hazards.
Hazards are identied by the “Safety Alert Symbol”
and followed by a signal word such as “DANGER”,
“WARNING”, or “CAUTION”.
DANGER
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
NOTICE
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential physical injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
2.2 Safety Alert Symbols
• Indicatesspecicsafety-relatedinstructionsor
procedures.
Note: Contains additional information important to a
procedure.
Indicatesanimminentlyhazardoussituationwhich,if
notavoided,willresultinseriousinjuryordeath.This
signalwordislimitedtothemostextremesituations.
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,mayresultinminorormoderateinjury.
Indicates that equipment or property damage can
result if instructions are not followed.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Model M52509, M59541, M64556, & M64557
February 2022
2.3 Safety Icon Nomenclature
Pictorial icons signal a type of hazard and warn of
personal protection issues, prohibited actions, and
hazard avoidance.
Read the Owner’s Guide
Damaged hazard label
Eye protection
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Hand protection
Protective shoes
Think safety
Handling hot surfaces
Maintain safe distance to combustible materials
Safe cooking temperature
2.3.2 Prohibited Actions
Do not alter or modify
Do not weld
No alcoholic inuence
No drug inuence
No smoking
No use by young children
Do not operate inside a vehicle, such as a food truck
Do not operate inside a tent or other temporary
structure
2.3.1 Personal Protection/Important Information
2.3.3 Hazard Avoidance
Do not leave unattended
Do not use near ammable liquids
Do not use on combustible surfaces
Do not use on boats or other oating structures
Hot cooking liquid, do not touch
Do not place cover over pot when deep frying
Do not use under overhanging structures
Do not use inside garage or living structure
Keep small children and pets away
Do not operate without proper foot wear
Replace defective or broken part
Fire hazard
Hot liquid, burn hazard
Hot surface, burn hazard
Dangerous fumes hazard
Operate outdoors and in a well ventilated area
Safety alert symbol

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Model M52509, M59541, M64556, & M64557
February 2022
• headaches or dizziness
• breathlessness
• nausea
• loss of consciousness
• tiredness
• pains in the chest or stomach
• erratic behavior
• visual problems
3.3 General Operating Safety
Failure to comply with the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury and possibly even death.
Outdoor Use Only
ThisapplianceisforOUTDOORuseonly.
DoNOTusethisapplianceindoors.This
applianceshallbeusedonlyoutdoors,and
shallnotbeusedinabuilding,garage,or
anyotherenclosedarea.Afryerorboilershallnotbe
usedonorunderanyapartmentorcondominiumbalcony
or deck.
DoNOTuseunderatree,parkshelter,or
otheroverhangingroofstructure.
DoNOTuseinsideavehicle,suchasafood
truck.
DoNOTuseinoronarecreationalstructure
orvehicle,boat,orsleepingfacility.Thisappliance
isnotintendedtobeinstalledinoronaboatoron
arecreationalvehicle.
Not a Source of Heat
NEVER use this appliance as a heat
source.Itisnotintendedasasourceof
heat,norshoulditbeusedasaheater.
No Unattended Use
Neverleavetheapplianceunattended.
Evenwithlowame,heatwillbuildup
quicklyandmayignitefoodsorothercom-
bustible
material.
No Unauthorized Modications
Donotmodifytheapplianceoranyof
itssafetydevices.Donotweldonthe
applianceorburner.Unauthorizedmodicationsmay
impairitsfunctionandsafety.Personalinjuryor
deathcanresultfromunauthorizedmodications.
Iftheappliancehasbeenalteredinanywayfromthe
originaldesign,thedistributordoesnotacceptany
liabilityforinjuryorwarranty.
3.1 Propane Gas Hazard
If you smell gas:
1. Shut o gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open ame.
3. Carefully open the cooker lid.
If odor continues, keep away from the appliance
and immediately call your gas supplier or your re
department.
3.2 Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Combustionofpropanegasproduces
poisonouscarbonmonoxidegasthat
canbuilduptodangerouslevelsinenclosedareas.
Breathingcarbonmonoxidecancause
unconsciousness,braindamage,anddeath.Never
use the appliance in an enclosed or partially enclosed
area.
Carbonmonoxideisodorless,colorless,and
tasteless,whichmakesitdiculttodetect.Most
casesofcarbonmonoxidepoisoningaredueto
inadequateventilationorpoormaintenanceofthe
appliance.
Earlysymptomsofcarbonmonoxide(CO)poisoning
canmimicmanycommonailmentsandmayeasilybe
confusedwithfoodpoisoning,viralinfections,u,or
simpletiredness.Symptomstowatchforinclude:
3. General Safety
Thisapplianceisnotintendedfor
commercialuse.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR OUTDOOR
USE ONLY !
!
NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE
DANGER
!
WARNING
!
This appliance is designed for the specic purpose
of preparing fried food for human consumption. This fryer
was not designed to cook turkeys. DO NOT modify or use
this equipment for any application other than that for which
it was designed.

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Model M52509, M59541, M64556, & M64557
February 2022
3.4 Location Safety
Failure to comply with the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury and possibly even death.
Use Only on Noncombustible Surfaces
Alwaysplacetheapplianceonalevel,stable,
noncombustiblesurfacesuchasbrick,concrete,ordirt.
• Donotuseonsurfacesmadeofwood(suchasa
deckortable),asphalt(suchasadriveway),plastic,
orpaintedmetalwhichmayburn,blister,ormelt.
•Donotusethisapplianceunderoverheadcombustion
surface.Theapplianceshallnotbelocatedorused 
underoverheadunprotectedcombustibleconstruction.
•Donotuseonacombustiblesurface,suchasawooden
picnictable,plasticfoldingtable,orothersimilar
combustiblesurfaces.
• Do not use onthesurfaceofapassengervehicle,such
asthetailgateofapickuptruck.
Minimum Safe Clearance
Keepcombustiblematerialatleast10ft.(3m)from
theappliance.Forafryerorboiler,theminimumclearance
shallbeatleast10ft(3m)fromanystructureorcombus-
tiblematerial.Minimumclearancefromsideandbackof
unittocombustibleconstruction:24”(0.61m)fromsides
and24”(0.61m)fromback.
Outdoor Ambient Temperature
Donotusewhenoutsidetemperatureis
below21°F(10°C).
3.5 Personal Protection
The following safety instructions are provided to
help prevent potential injury. Not following these
instructions may lead to injury.
Personal Protection Equipment
Alwayswearsafetyglassesor
goggles,slip-resistant,closedtoe
shoes,glovesormitts.Wearlongsleeveswhenusingthe
appliancewithcookingoil.
Burn Protection
Usewell-insulated,properlyttingpotholders
orovenmittsforprotectionfromhotsurfacesor
splatterfromcookingliquids.
Eye Protection
Safetygogglesarerecommendedforeye
protectionwheneverusinghotcookingliquids.
Stay Clear
Cleartheareaofpeople,especiallysmall
childrenandpets,beforeusingtheappliance.
Undernocircumstancesshouldchildren,pets,or
unauthorizedpersonsbeallowedneartheappliance.
Impaired User Hazard
Donotattempttoassemble,use,or
maintainthisapplianceunderthe
inuenceofdrugsoralcohol.Consultyourdoctor
beforeusingtheappliancewhiletakingprescription
ornon-prescriptionmedications.Itmayimpairyourability
toproperlyassembleorsafelyoperatetheappliance.
Tripping Hazard
Trippingoverthegassupplyhosecan
causespillageofhotoil,resultingin
seriousburns.Positionthehosetopreventhumanor
animalentanglement.
First Aid
Havearstaidkitavailableforuseshouldthe
needariseandknowhowtouseit.
3.6 Protection Against Fire
Failure to comply with the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury and possibly even death. The
vast majority of res are the result of leaving cooking oil
unattended.
911 Call 911
Intheeventofareimmediatelycall
theFireDepartment(911).
Fire Hazard – No Smoking
PropanegasisHIGHLYFLAMMABLE
andEXPLOSIVE,whichcouldresultin
burnsorseriousinjuries.Donotsmokewhileusing
the appliance.
Fire Hazard – Proper Extinguisher
HaveaTypeBCorABCre
extinguisheravailableforuse,if
needed,andknowhowtouseit.Thepropertypeof
reextinguishermay,butnotnecessarilyalways,
containacookingre.
Fire Hazard – DO NOT USE WATER
Intheeventofanoil/greasere,donot
attempttoextinguishwithwater.Immediatelycallthere
department.ATypeBCorABCreextinguishermay,in
somecircumstancescontainthere.Ifareextinguisher
isnotavailable,usedirt,sand,orbakingsoda.
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
WARNING
!
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3.7 Cooking Oil or Grease Fires
Cooking Oil Flash Point
Overheatedcookingoilorgreasewillcatchre
andburn.Cookingoilorgreasehasaashpoint
temperaturerangingfrom550°Fto700°F,dependingon
thetypeofoilorgreaseused,altitude,andoutsideambi-
enttemperature.
Note:Overheatedcookingoilwillproduceahugeame.
Alargecookingvatcontainingupto3gallonsofcooking
oilcancreateaameupto15feethigh!
 1. Ascookingoilapproachesitsashpoint
   temperature,itbeginstovaporize.Whenheatedto
   veryhightemperatures,cookingoilvaporswill
   self-ignite.
 2. Priortoitsashpoint,theoilrstbecomesdark
   andemitsanunpleasantodor.
 3. Atabout440°F,theoilbeginsemittingapale
   vaporsmoke.
 4. Atabout500°F,thesmoketurnsblackandwill
   quicklyturnintothick,blacksmoke.
 5. Atabout600°F,asmallamewilligniteintheoil.
   Atthistimethecookingoilhasreachedthepoint
   ofself-ignitionandtheamewillquicklygrow.
3.8 LP (Propane) Gas and LP Cylinder
Safety
Failure to follow these safety instructions and warnings
could result in a re or an explosion, which could cause
property damage, personal injury, or death.
UseCarolinaCooker®products(appliances)only
inaccordancewithFederal,state,andlocallaws
and/orordinances.Wheneverconnecting,using,
storing,ortransportinganLPcylinder,thetank
anditsconnectionsmustbeincompliancewiththe
following:
 NFPA54/ANSIZ223.1:NationalFuelGasCode,
 NFPA58:LiqueedPetroleumGasCode,and
 CSAB149-15:TheNaturalGasandPropaneCode
3.8.1 LP Cylinder Specications
When purchasing or exchanging an LP cylinder for
this appliance, it must be constructed and marked in
accordance with the specications for LP gas cylinders,
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the Standard
for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation
of Dangerous Goods, CAN/CSA-B339.
WARNING
!
The cylinder must also be equipped with:
• A shut-o valve terminating in a Type 1 LP cylinder
valve outlet.
• A Type 1 valve that prevents gas ow until a positive
seal is obtained.
• A collar to protect the cylinder shut-o valve.
• An overlling prevention device (OPD).
• The cylinder supply system must be arranged for
vapor withdrawal.
Note: For use with 20, 30, or 40 lb. cylinders of LP gas only.
3.8.2 Transporting and Relling an LP Cylinder
1. Never transport an LP cylinder inside a car or in
the trunk of a car. Use an open vehicle, such as a
pickup truck.
2. Allow only qualied LP gas dealers to properly ll
or repair the LP cylinder. DO NOT OVER FILL.
3. Check the dates on the cylinder collar, and if the
cylinder is past its re-qualication date, return it
for a new LP cylinder. Do not rell an out-of-date
LP cylinder.
3.8.3 Using an LP Cylinder
1. Never use the LP cylinder in a position other
than upright. Do not lay an LP cylinder on its side
during use.
2. Propane gas is heavier than air and will collect
in low areas. Proper ventilation is extremely
important.
3. When the appliance is not in use, the gas must
be turned OFF by closing the LP cylinder valve
and the gas pressure shut-o valve.
4. Before storing the appliance after use, always
disconnect the LP cylinder.
5. Never use an LP cylinder if it shows signs of
dents, gouges, bulges, re damage, corrosion,
leakage, excessive rust, or other forms of visual
external damage. The cylinder may be hazardous
and should be checked by a qualied LP supplier.
3.8.4 Storing an LP Cylinder
1. LP cylinders must be stored outdoors, out of
reach of children, and must not be stored in
a human dwelling place, garage, or any other
enclosed area.
2. Never place a connected LP cylinder under the
appliance. Keep LP cylinder in upright position.
3. Do not store an LP cylinder within 10 feet (3m)
of any cooking appliance.
WARNING
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4. Terminology and Appliance Nomenclature
Terminology
Term Description
Air Shutter and
Spring (7)
Part of burner assembly (6) that regulates the
amount of air being mixed with propane gas.
The air shutter is held against the burner tube
by spring pressure.
Appliance A product which may include fryers, cookers,
and/or grills.
Base (1) Supporting frame for the burners and vats,
without legs (2).
Basket (4) A wire frame basket normally used for deep
frying.
BTU
Abbreviation for British Thermal Unit. The
quantity of heat required to raise the
temperature of 1 pound of water 1° F(0.45 kg
of water 0.56° C).
Burner (6)
A device for the nal conveyance of the
gas, or a mixture of gas and air, to the
combustion zone.
Burner Head
(6a)
That portion of a burner beyond the outlet
end of the mixer tube which contains the
ports.
Burner Diuser
(6b)
That portion of a burner head that evenly
diuses the ame into a circular pattern.
Burner Venturi
The bell shaped portion of the burner tube. As
propane ows through the restricted orice
in the brass tting and into venturi it creates
a suction which draws air through the air
shutter.
Combustion The rapid burning of propane gas which
produces heat.
Control The manual devices designed to regulate the
gas or air supply of the appliance.
Cooking Liquid Oil, grease, or water.
Flash Point The temperature at which oil or grease will
catch on re.
Gas Pressure
Regulator
Hose Assem-
bly (8 or 9)
A device, which is adjustable, for controlling
and maintaining a uniform outlet of gas pres-
sure.
Gas Supply
Line
Hose, solid tubing, and/or ttings used as a
gas conduit to carry propane from the LP
cylinder to the burner.
Ignition Device A device for igniting gas at the burner,
such as a match or spark igniter.
4.1 Terminology
This table contains a list of common terms used within
this manual.
Terminology
Term Description
Knob (3) Threaded device used to secure legs (2) to
base assembly (1).
Legs (2) Supports which are directly connected to
base (1) with a threaded knob (3).
Liqueed
Petroleum Gases “LP gas” or propane.
LP Cylinder
Customer supplied tank in which propane
gas is stored. For use with 20, 30, or 40 lb.
cylinders of LP gas only.
Port
Any opening in a burner head through which
gas or a gas-air mixture is discharged for
ignition.
Primary Air
The air introduced into a burner which
mixes with the gas before it reaches the
ports of the burner head.
Tube Assembly
(9c)
Connects all individual burners to gas pres-
sure regulator.
Type I Cylinder
Connection
Device
A non-removable device on a portable LP
cylinder which connects the tank to the gas
pressure regulator.
Valve (9 or 10) A manually-operated device which permits
the control of gas ow.
Vat (5)
Metal container which is designed to t
correctly into base (1) and hold a specied
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Nomenclature
Term Description
1Base
2 Legs
3 Knob
4Wire Frame Fryer Basket
5Vat
6Burner Assembly
6a Burner Head
6b Burner Diuser
6c Burner to Base Bolt and Nut
7 Air Shutter, Spring, and Brass Orice Fitting
8Gas Pressure Regulator and Hose Assembly
9 Gas Pressure Shuto Valve
9a Gas Pressure Duel Shuto Valve (single burner and triple
burner)
9b Gas Pressure Shuto Valves ( double burner units only)
9c Tube Assembly with Gas Pressure Shuto Valves (triple
burner units only)
10 Gas Pressure Regulator Connector
-- Fryer cover and thermometer are included, but not shown.
4.2 Nomenclature
Single Burner Model M64556
(Double burner assembly shown here)

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Gas Pressure Regulator and Hose Assembly
Double Burner Model M52509
Triple Burner Model M64557
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Before beginning assembly, read and follow all
warnings and instructions before assembling
and using the appliance. Understand the infor-
mation contained in this Owner’s Guide.
A Safety precautions and warnings are pro-
vided in this Owner’s Guide and on the appli-
ance. If these hazard warnings are not heeded, bodily
injury or death could occur to you or to other persons.
5.1 General Assembly Instructions
1. This appliance is specically designed to be used
with a LP cylinder with a Type 1 cylinder
valve and an overlling protection device (OPD).
a. A Type 1 valve can be identied by its large
external threads. Do not connect to a cylinder
that uses any other type of valve connection
device.
Note: Any LP cylinders used with this appliance must meet
the standard, as outlined in “3.8 LP (Propane) Gas and LP
Cylinder Safety” on page 8.
2. Make sure all the parts have been shipped with the
appliance before starting assembly. The shipping box
should contain:
a. Base with vats and baskets. Quantities and sizes
depends on model.
b. Regulator hose assembly and brass orice tting
in a shipping bag.
c. Air shutter(s) and spring(s) in a shipping bag.
d. Four legs wrapped together with plastic lm.
e. Four knobs in shipping bag.
5. Assembly
WARNING
!
!
5.2 Single and Double Burner Assembly
Instructions
5.2.1 Contents
Check the contents of the box to be sure all parts are
present prior to assembly. If parts are damaged or
missing call 833-926-6537 .
Contents
Item Description Single
Burner
Double
Burner
1Base (frame) with burner(s) 1 1
2 Legs 4 4
3 Knob 4 4
4a Small Basket 2 2
4b Middle Basket -- 1
5 Vat (14 quart) 1 2
6Burner Assembly 1 2
6a Burner Head 1 2
6c Burner to Base Bolt and Nut 1 2
7 Air Shutter and Spring 1 2
8Gas Pressure Regulator and Hose
Assembly 1 1
-- Fryer cover and thermometer are
included, but not shown. -- --
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Double Burner Model M52509
Stainless Steel Double Burner Model M59541
5.2.2 Assembly
1. Securely attach each of the four legs (2) to appliance
base (1) with knob (3).
2. Align all four legs in same position and direction.
If mixed, the fryer may have a risk of falling.
3. Place the appliance on a level surface.
4. Verify burner head (6a) is fastened securely to the
base with bolt and nut (6c).
Note: The burner comes bolted to the frame but could
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1. Assemble the air shutter to the burner.
a. Place cone shaped spring (7) over the tapered
threads of brass tting (7a or 7b) depending
on model.
b. Place air shutter (7) over the end of the burner
with the lip portion of the air shutter over the
outside edge of the burner.
c. Thread the brass tting into the burner
until tight and the spring pressure on the
air shutter holds it rmly in place. Do not
overtighten the tting.
d. Repeat this on all other burners.
To prevent damage to ttings
or burner assembly when tight-
ening connection, hold brass tting with one wrench
while tightening regulator hose assembly tting with
the other wrench. Do not tighten the connection using
a single wrench.
NOTICE
5. Connect regulator hose assembly (8) to each burner;
one connection on single burner appliances and two
connections on double burner appliances.
Single Burner Model
Double Burner Model
Single Burner Conguration (one vat and two
Double Burner Conguration (two vats and three deep fry
baskets)
Never use a cooking vat or other
vessel that does not correctly t
or is properly suspended inside the base (frame) of the
appliance.
This appliance was not designed
for, and should not be connected
to, a natural gass supply line.
7. Make sure the shut-o valve on the hose assembly
is closed and connect it to an LP cylinder, as
described in section “6.2 Connecting the LP
Cylinder” on page 18.
8. Perform the Soapy Water Test, as described in
section “6.3 Soapy Water Test” on page 18.
6. Place vat(s) (5) in the base and place basket(s) (4a)
and/or (4b) into the vat.
WARNING
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WARNING
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9. Follow the safety and cooking guidelines, as
described in section “6. Operation” on page 17.
5.3 Triple Burner Instructions
5.3.1 Contents
Check the contents of the box to be sure all parts are
present prior to assembly. If parts are damaged or
missing call 833-926-6537.
5.3.2 Assembly
1. Securely attach each of the four legs (2) to
appliance base (1) with knob (3).
Nomenclature
Item Description Qty.
1Base (frame) with burner(s) 1
2 Legs 4
3 Knob 4
4a Small Basket 2
4b Large Basket 1
5a Small Vat ( 14 quart capacity) 1
5b Large Vat (33quart capacity) 1
6Burner 3
6c Burner to Base Bolt and Nut 3
7 Air Shutter and Spring 3
7a Straight Brass Orice Fitting 3
7b Air Shutter 3
8Gas Pressure Regulator and Hose
Assembly 1
9c Tubing Assembly with Shut-o Valves
and Brass, Swivel Orice Fittings 1
-- Fryer cover and thermometer are
included, but not shown. --
Triple Burner Model M64557
2. Align all four legs in same position and direction.
If mixed, the fryer may have a risk of falling.
3. Place the appliance on a level surface.
4. Loosen bolt (6c) attaching burner head (6) to
the base.
a. All three burners must be slightly loosened
before connecting gas tubing assembly (9c).
b. Loosening the burner allows the threaded
holes in the three burners to align with the
5. Attach tube assembly (9c ), air shutters and
springs (7) to the burners.
a. Place small end of spring (7) over the tapered
threads of brass orice tting (9c), on the
right-hand side of the tube assembly.
b. Hold air shutter (7) over the end of the burner
with the lip portion of the air shutter over the
outside edge of the burner and thread the
swivel tting into the burner; hand tighten only.
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To prevent damage to ttings or
burner assembly when tighten-
ing connection, hold the body of the tting with one
wrench while tightening the swivel portion with the
other wrench. Do not tighten the connection using a
8. Attach regulator hose assembly (8) to tube
assembly (9c).
To prevent damage to ttings
and or burner assembly when
tightening connection, hold burner tting with one
wrench while tightening supply hose tting with sec-
ond wrench. Do not tighten connection using a single
6. Once all the connections have been made, tighten
the tubing assembly securely by placing one wrench
over the square portion of the 90 degree elbow and
tightening the swivel hex portion of the tting with
the second wrench.
7. Securely tighten the burner hardware that was
previously loosened.
9. Place vats (5a and 5b) in the base and place
baskets (4a and 4b) into the vats.
This appliance was not designed
for, and should not be connected
to a natural gas supply line.
Never use a cooking vat or other
vessel that does not correctly t
or is properly suspended inside the base (frame) of the
appliance.
10. Connect LP cylinder as described in section “6.2
Connecting the LP Cylinder” on page 18.
11. Perform the Soapy Water Test, as described in
section “6.3 Soapy Water Test” on page 18.
12. Follow the safety and cooking guidelines, as
described in section “6. Operation” on page 17.
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
NOTICE
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6.1 General Safety
Failure to follow these safety instructions and warnings
could result in a re or an explosion, which could cause
property damage, personal injury, or death. Follow all
warnings and instructions when using this appliance.
Read and follow all instructions and warnings in this
Owner’s Guide, on the cylinder, and on the supply
hose safety tags before connecting the cylinder to the
appliance.
Do not allow anyone to conduct activities
around this appliance during or following its
use until the appliance and the cooking liquid has cooled. The
appliance is hot during operation and remains hot for a long
period of time following its use.
6.1.1 Prior to Cooking
Do NOT leave the appliance unattended while the burner is
lit or while heating oil, grease, water, or when cooking food.
Carefully monitor the appliance, especially when the cook-
ing oil, grease, or water is above 100° F (38° C).
Never overll the cooking vessel with oil, grease, or water.
Never exceed maximum capacity of the vat.
Follow instructions in the owner’s guide for establishing proper oil
or grease levels.
a. Make sure fryer legs are level prior lling vat with oil.
b. Fill empty fryer vat with cool oil or grease.
c. Keep an eye on oil level when lling vat to be sure it doesn’t
exceed Maximum Fill Line 3” Mark on the side of the vat.
As Oil and Grease heats up the level
will rise. When basket of food is
dropped in the vat, the level will rise again.
This appliance gets dangerously hot while in use. Use
well-insulated pot holders or oven mitts for protection from
hot surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids. Safety glass-
es or goggles are also recommended to protect from oil splatter.
6.1.2 While Cooking
Never leave hot cooking liquids unattended. Cooking oil
or grease can ignite when the temperature reaches the
ignition point.
It can take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour to heat
the cooking liquid, depending on the amount of cooking
liquid and the outside temperature and weather conditions.
Carefully control the cooking oil or grease temperature between
325° F to 350° F during preheating or cooking process. Hot oil or
grease can ignite.
If the temperature of the cooking oil exceeds 400° F (200°
C), or if oil begins to smoke, immediately turn OFF the
burner or gas supply and wait for the temperature to
decrease to 350° F (177° C) or less before relighting according to
manufacturer’s instructions. If there is a lid (cover), do not remove
the lid.
When cooking with oil or grease, a thermometer MUST be
used to prevent overheating of the oil. Follow instructions
in the owner’s guide for proper installation and use of the
thermometer. If the thermometer supplied with this fryer or boiler
has been lost or damaged, a replacement thermometer must be
one specied by the appliance manufacturer.
Always completely thaw and towel dry food before placing
it in the appliance. Introduction of water or ice, especially
from frozen or thawed food products, into the oil/grease
may cause overow and severe burns from hot oil and steam.
Use extreme care when lowering food into hot cooking
liquid. Never drop or throw food or accessories into hot
cooking liquid. Slowly lower food or accessories into the
cooking liquid in order to prevent splashing or overow.
Carefully remove food from the appliance to prevent
burns from hot cooking liquids.
Do not place an empty cooking vessel on a lit burner.
Empty aluminum cooking vessels will melt if placed over
a lit burner. Use caution when placing anything in cooking
vessel while the appliance is in operation.
Never use a cooking vessel larger than the capacity and
diameter recommended by the manufacturer.
In cases of bad weather, such as rain, snow, hail, sleet,
or other forms of precipitation while cooking with oil or
grease, cover the cooking vessel immediately. Turn o the
burners and gas supply and do not attempt to move the appliance.
Do NOT move the appliance when in use. Allow the
cooking liquid to cool to 115° F (45° C) before moving or
storing.
Avoid bumping of or impact with the appliance to prevent
contact with hot surfaces, spillage, or splashing of hot
cooking liquids.
6.1.3 After Cooking
Heated cooking liquids and equipment will remain at
temperatures capable of causing severe burns and
injuries long after cooking has ended.
Do not leave the appliance unattended until the, grease, or
water temperature falls below 100° F (38° C).
The valve on the LP cylinder must be closed when not in
use.
6. Operation
WARNING
!
NOTICE

18 Carolina Cooker®
844-478-4334
Model M52509, M59541, M64556, & M64557
February 2022
6.3 Soapy Water Test
• The soapy water test must be performed outdoors in a
well-ventilated area.
• Do not perform the test around open ames, sparks, lit
matches, lighters, or cigarettes.
• Never use an open ame to test for gas leaks.
6.2 Connecting the LP Cylinder
6.2.1 Safety Instructions
• Do not connect this appliance to any other fuel supply
source, such as natural gas.
• If the regulator is not working correctly, do not attempt to
adjust or repair it.
• Never use an LP cylinder if it shows signs of dents,
gouges, bulges, re damage, corrosion, leakage,
excessive rust, or other forms of visual external damage.
This type of damage may be hazardous and should be
checked by an LP service technician.
• Route the gas supply hose away from any hot surface on
the appliance stand.
• The appliance and its individual shuto valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during
any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in
excess of ½ psi (3.5 kPa);
• The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shuto
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at test pressures equal to or less than
½ psi (3.5 kPa).
6.2.2 Connecting Instructions
1. Make sure the shuto valve on the gas
pressure regulator is CLOSED prior to
connecting the assembly (the location of the
shuto valve varies depending the model).
2. Make sure the LP cylinder is upright and the valve is
closed by turning the knob(s) clockwise.
3. Remove the protective cap from the LP cylinder
valve, if installed and connect the hose and gas
regulator assembly to the LP cylinder. Always use cap
and strap supplied with valve.
4. Turn the coupling nut clockwise and tighted to a full
stop. The regualtor will seal on the back-check
feature in the LP tank valve, resulting, in some
resistance. An additional one-half to three-quarters
turn is required to complete the connection.
Be careful not to cross thread the
connector onto the valve. Hand
tighten only. Do not use tools to tighten this connection.
5. Make sure the hose is not kinked and is routed away
from any sharp edges or hot surface. The LP cylinder
should be placed at least 24 inches away from the
appliance.
The supply hose can be a trip
hazard. Tripping over the gas
supply hose can cause spillage of hot oil, resulting in
serious burns. Place the LP cylinder away from human
or pet trac. Do not walk between the appliance and
the cylinder.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE
6. Perform the Soapy Water Test to check for leaks.
Refer to section “6.3 Soapy Water Test” on page 18.
6.2.3 LP Cylinder Tank Leak Test
• For your safety, leak test must be repeated each time LP
tank is exchanged or relled.
• Do not smoke during leak test.
• Do not use an open ame to check for gas leaks.
• LP tank must be properly secured.
• Fryer must be leak tested outdoors in a well-ventilated area,
away from ignition sources such as gas red or electrical
appliances. During leak test, keep fryer away from open
ames or sparks.
• Use a clean paintbrush and a 50/50 mild soap and water
solution. Brush soapy solution onto areas indicated by
arrows in gure below.
• Leaks are indicated by growing bubbles.
WARNING
!
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Leak test new and exchanged LP tanks BEFORE
connecting to grill.
• Place dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the
cylinder is not in use. Only install the type of dust cap on
the cylinder valve outlet that is provided with the cylinder
valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in leakage
of propane.