Falcon F900 SERIES Manual

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F900 SERIES
User, installation and servicing instructions
ELECTRIC TWIN WELL
FRYER
E9342/E9342B2/E9342F/E9342F2
Read these instructions before use
T100968
Rev No: 8
Published: 20/11/2018
DATE PURCHASED:
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DEALER:
SERVICE PROVIDER:

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Falcon Foodservice Equipment
HEAD OFFICE
Wallace View, Hillfoots Road, Stirling. FK9 5PY. Scotland.
WEEE Directive Registration No. WEEE/DC0059TT/PRO
At end of appliance life, dispose of appliance and any replacement parts in a
safe manner, via a licensed waste handler. Appliances are designed to be
dismantled easily and recycling of all material is encouraged whenever
practicable.
Dear Customer
Thank you for choosing Falcon Foodservice Equipment.
This manual can be downloaded from www.falconfoodservice.com or scan
here:
IMPORTANT: Please keep this manual for future reference.

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SYMBOLS
SCREWDRIVER
SPANNER
COOKING OIL
GREASE
WARNING
SPARK IGNITION
FLAME
VIEWPORT
ALLEN KEY
IGNITER
C SPANNER
REMOVE DEVICE

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This appliance may be discoloured due to testing.
These instructions are only valid if the country code appears on the appliance. If
the code does not appear on the appliance, refer to the technical instructions for
adapting the appliance to the conditions for use in that country.
Installation must meet national or local regulations. Attention must be paid to:
safety (installation & use) regulations, health and safety at work act, local and
national building regulations, fire precautions act.
To prevent shocks, this appliance must be earthed.
This unit is fitted with an equipotential connection at the rear on the base.
This appliance has been CE-marked on the basis of compliance with the Low
Voltage and EMC Directives for the voltages stated on the data plate.
This equipment is for professional use only and must be used by qualified
persons.
The installer must instruct the responsible person(s) of the correct operation and
maintenance of the appliance.
Unless otherwise stated, parts which have been protected by the manufacturer
must not be adjusted by the installer.
Take care when moving an appliance fitted with castors.
The appliance must be serviced regularly by a qualified person. Service intervals
should be agreed with the service provider.
Check that no damage has occurred to the appliance or supply cord during transit.
If damage has occurred, do not use this appliance.
Installation, periodic testing, repair and fixed wiring connections should only be
undertaken by a competent electrician.
Ensure the supply cord is routed free from the appliance to avoid damage.
We recommend supplementary electrical protection with the use of a residual
current device (RCD).
The appliance has been designed and approved to use Falcon kick plates; non
Falcon kick plates could potentially adversely affect the performance of the
appliance by restricting the air to the appliance.
All apparatus connected to a potable water network and including water drain
device has to be provided with an air break before its discharge to the drainage
system. Type AA.

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CONTENTS
1.0 APPLIANCE INFORMATION.....................................................................................7
2.0 OPERATION..............................................................................................................8
2.1 COMPONENT PARTS............................................................................................8
2.2 CONTROLS..........................................................................................................10
2.3 USING THE FRYER –NORMAL OPERATION ....................................................11
2.4 USING THE FRYER –ECO MODE......................................................................13
2.5 USING THE FRYER –FAT MELT........................................................................13
2.6 FILTRATION.........................................................................................................14
3.0 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE...........................................................................15
3.1 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................................16
4.0 SPECIFICATION......................................................................................................19
4.1 APPLIANCE WEIGHT TABLE ..............................................................................19
4.2 TECHNICAL DATA TABLE...................................................................................19
5.0 DIMENSIONS / CONNECTION LOCATIONS..........................................................20
6.0 INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................20
6.1 SITING / CLEARANCES.......................................................................................21
6.2 ASSEMBLY ..........................................................................................................21
6.3 ELECTRIC SUPPLY & CONNECTION.................................................................22
6.4 COMMISSIONING................................................................................................23
6.5 SUITING...............................................................................................................25
7.0 SERVICING .............................................................................................................28
7.1 DOOR REMOVAL.................................................................................................28
7.2 CONTROL PANEL REMOVAL (REMOVE DOOR FIRST)....................................28
7.3 TEMPERATURE CONTROL, NEON AND COVER CAP REMOVAL....................29
7.4 LOWER SWITCH PANEL REMOVAL...................................................................29
7.5 MODE CONTROL, PUMP SWITCH & SAFETY THERMOSTAT REMOVAL........29
7.6 CONTACTOR REMOVAL.....................................................................................30
7.7 OPERATING AND SAFETY THERMOSTAT SENSOR REMOVAL......................30
7.8 DRAIN VALVE REMOVAL....................................................................................32
7.9 HEATING ELEMENT AND MICROSWITCH REMOVAL.......................................33
7.10 PUMP & TIMER REMOVAL (FROM FRONT)...................................................34
7.11 PUMP & TIMER REMOVAL (FROM REAR)......................................................35

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7.12 CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS........................................................................................36
7.13 WIRING DIAGRAMS.........................................................................................39
8.0 ACCESSORIES.......................................................................................................42
8.1 SPLASHGUARD...................................................................................................42
8.2 OIL RETURN HOSE.............................................................................................42
9.0 FAULT FINDING...................................................................................................... 43
10.0 SPARE PARTS........................................................................................................44
11.0 SERVICE INFORMATION........................................................................................ 45

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1.0 APPLIANCE INFORMATION
This appliance has been CE-marked on the basis of compliance with the relevant EU
directives for the heat inputs, gas pressures and voltages stated on the data plate.
A - Serial No
B - Model No
C - Flue Type
D - Gas Category
E - Gas Pressure
F - Gas Type
G - Gas Rate
H - Total Heat Input
I - Electrical Rating
J - Total Electrical Power
K - Magnetic Field Frequency
L - Electrical Phase Loading

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2.0 OPERATION
2.1 COMPONENT PARTS
A -
Dust cover
H -
Basket Hanger
B -
Baskets (2 Off)
I-
Element
C -
Fry plate (2 Off)
J -
Filtration Basket and Mesh Filter (E9342/F Only)
D -
Drain Prod /Lifting / Scraping tool
K-
Large Single Bucket (E9342/F Only)
E -
Oil Return Pipe (E9342F/F2 Only)
L -
Filtration Basket and Mesh Filter (E9342F2 Only)
F -
Element Turn Key
N-
Small Oil Bucket (E9342F2 Only)
G-
Bucket runner cradle
E9342F:
E9342F2:

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J
Quick Release Connection (E9342F/F2 Only)
Q -
Mode Control Switch
K
LH Temperature Control
R -
Filtration Pump Switch (E9342F/F2 Only)
L-
RH Temperature Control
S -
Heat Demand Neon (Amber)
N
Safety Thermostat Reset
T -
Power Neon (Red)
O
Drain Valve Lock Pin
U -
Micro Switch Neon (Amber)
P -
Drain valve
V -
Element Turn Cover Cap

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2.2 CONTROLS
A -
Temperature Control OFF Position
F -
Element ON
B -
Temperature Control Minimum Mark
G -
Element OFF
C -
Drain Valve Closed Position
H -
Filtration Pump ON (E9342F/F2 Only)
D -
Element Turn Key
I -
Filtration Pump OFF (E9342F/F2 Only)
E -
ECO/FAT MELT Mode

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2.3 USING THE FRYER –NORMAL OPERATION
2.3.1 Before use, clean the appliance inside and out. See section 3.0.
2.3.2 Ensure each drain valve is closed. Fill each pan with cold cooking medium to -MIN-
(cold fill) mark as shown below. Once cooking medium is hot, it will expand and
reach the –MAX- (hot oil) mark.
MIN- LEVEL MARK: NEVER FILL COLD COOKING MEDIUM
ABOVE THIS MARK. DURING COOKING, MEDIUM SHOULD
NEVER BE ALLOWED TO DROP BELOW THIS MARK. SHOULD
THIS OCCUR, TOP UP IMMEDIATELY OR SWITCH FRYER OFF.
MAX- LEVEL MARK: NEVER ALLOW COOKING MEDIUM TO GO
ABOVE THIS MARK.
SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING MUST BE WORN WHEN
TOPPING UP WHILST OIL IN FRYER IS HOT.
OLD OIL WILL HAVE A REDUCED FLASH-POINT AND BE PRONE
TO SURGE BOILING.
NEVER ADD WATER TO FRYING MEDIUM AT ANY TIME!
2.3.3 Power Neon (red) will light when there is mains power to the appliance.
2.3.4 For each fryer well turn Mode Control Knob to “Element On”.
2.3.5 Turn Temperature Control Knob to desired temperature. Heat Demand Neon (amber)
will light as the heating elements heats the cooking medium. Heat Demand Neon
(amber) and the heating elements will turn off when the set temperature is reached.

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2.3.6 For optimum cooking performance, use the recommended load and temperature
settings shown in the table below:
Food Product
Maximum Kg / Half Basket
Optimum Oil Temperature oC
Pre-blanched chilled fries
0.75*
175
Frozen fries
0.75*
180
* This equates to roughly filling the basket 1/2 way up.
OVERLOADING THE BASKETS WILL AFFECT THE FRYER
PERFORMANCE.
SETTING THE OIL TEMPERATURE ABOVE THE RECOMMENDED
VALUE MAY REDUCE THE LIFE OF OIL.
NEVER LEAVE A WORKING UNIT UNATTENDED.
NOTE: Each fryer is fitted with a thermal safety device. This will stop the heating of the
medium if it becomes overheated. This appliance will always fail safe.
2.3.7 If the appliance unexpectedly turns off, the safety thermostat might have activated. To
reset it, follow the instructions below:
a) Turn Temperature Control Knob to “Off Position”
b) Turn Mode Control Knob to “Element Off”.
c) Allow oil to cool below 180°C.
d) Remove the black dust cover on the safety thermostat and reset the green button
with a pen or similar item as shown below.
e) Turn Mode Control Knob to “Element On”.
f) Turn Temperature Control Knob to desired temperature.

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g) If the safety thermostat reactivates call a qualified technician to carry out an
investigation.
2.3.8 To switch appliance off, turn both Temperature Control Knobs to “Off Position” and
turn both Mode Control Knobs to “Element Off”.
2.4 USING THE FRYER –ECO MODE
Use ECO mode for pre-heating. It will help to prolong the life of oil and reduce energy
consumption.
2.4.1 Turn Mode Control Knob to “ECO/Fat Melt Mode”.
2.4.2 Turn Temperature Control Knob to a suitable preheating temperature, e.g. 130oC.
2.5 USING THE FRYER –FAT MELT
2.5.1 Turn Mode Control Knob to “ECO/Fat Melt Mode”.
2.5.2 Turn Temperature Control Knob to “Minimum Mark”.
SOLID FAT (E.G. BEEF TALLOW) MUST BE MELTED USING THE
ECO/FAT MELT MODE IN ORDER TO AVOID FIRE CAUSED BY
BURNING OF THE FAT AND/OR OVERHEATING THE ELEMENT.

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2.6 FILTRATION
2.6.1 Ensure the Heating Elements are turned off.
2.6.2 Wait 15/20 minutes to allow oil to cool.
2.6.3 Ensure Filtration Basket & Mesh Filter are clean and dry and locate them in the Oil
Bucket.
2.6.4 Ensure Oil Bucket is clean and dry. Place it on the Runner Cradle and slide it back into
the appliance until it engages with the pump.
2.6.5 Open drain valve and allow oil to drain from pan.
2.6.6 Attach the Oil Return Pipe by pushing it into the Quick Release Connection.
2.6.7 Switch on filtration pump.
2.6.8 Clear pan of debris as stated in section 3.1.6-3.1.7.
2.6.9 Cycle oil until pan is clear of debris.
2.6.10 Close drain valve and allow pan to fill.
2.6.11 Once the pan is full, switch off the filtration pump.
2.6.12 After filtering wait 30 seconds before removing bucket.
CAUTION: HEAVY BUCKET WHEN FULL! TAKE CARE WHEN
REMOVING THE BUCKET.

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2.6.13 To remove the Oil Return Pipe, pull down on the Quick Release Connection and pull
off the Oil Return Pipe as shown below.
3.0 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
BEFORE ANY CLEANING IS UNDERTAKEN, ISOLATE APPLIANCE
FROM MAINS POWER SUPPLY AT ISOLATOR SWITCH.
SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING MUST BE WORN WHEN
CLEANING THIS APPLIANCE.
NEVER PUMP WATER THROUGH THE FILTRATION PUMP AT
ANY TIME!
OIL MUST BE ALLOWED TO COOL TO A SAFE TEMPERATURE
BEFORE DRAINING. DO NOT OVERFILL OIL BUCKET.
THE APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE STEAM CLEANED. DO NOT USE
ACID OR HALOGEN-BASED (E.G. CHLORINE) DESCALING
LIQUIDS, FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, CLEANING AIDS OR
CLEANING POWDERS.
FAILURE DUE TO LACK OF PROPER CLEANING IS NOT
COVERED BY WARRANTY.
Note: All surfaces are easier to clean if spillage is removed before it becomes burnt on,
cleaned daily.
It should be noted that certain scouring pads including nylon types can easily mark
stainless steel. Care should be exercised during cleaning process. When rubbing stainless
steel with a cloth, always rub in grain direction.

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3.1 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
3.1.1 Switch appliance off and cool down.
3.1.2 Ensure Filtration Basket & Mesh Filter are located in the Oil Bucket. Place Oil Bucket
on the Runner Cradle and slide it back into the appliance until it engages with the
pump.
3.1.3 Remove Baskets and Fry Plate. If the Fry plate is hot, use the Drain Prod/ Lifting /
Scraping Tool as shown in below left.
3.1.4 Turn Drain Valve to drain oil from pan as shown above.
3.1.5 Open Element turn cover caps and Insert element turn key to rotate the Heating
Elements up as shown below.
ALWAYS USE THE ELEMENT ROTATING HANDLE TO ROTATE
HEATING ELEMENTS. DO NOT ROTATE ELEMENTS BY HAND OR
ANY OTHER TOOL.

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3.1.6 Attach the Oil Return Pipe and switch on the filtration pump. Move Oil Return Pipe
from side to side to wash away debris (see section 2.6.13).
3.1.7 Use the scraping end (A) of the Drain Prod / Lifting / Scraping Tool as shown below to
scrape any debris in the pan down the drain. Use the drain prod end (B) to push any
debris down the drain if drain gets blocked.
FAILURE TO ROTATE THE HEATING ELEMENT BEFORE USING
THE DRAIN PROD MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE
THERMOSTAT CAPILLARIES.

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3.1.8 It is recommended to use the accessory hose (see section 8.2) and switch on the
filtration pump to flush out the excess debris from hard to reach places.
3.1.9 After filtering wait 30 seconds before removing bucket.
3.1.10 Remove Oil Bucket by pulling it forward then lifting it upwards by the wire handle as
shown below.
3.1.11 Remove the Filtration Basket & Mesh Filter and discard the collected debris.
3.1.12 Empty the oil from the Oil Bucket into a separate container. Replace the Oil Bucket
back in the fryer.
3.1.13 Soak Baskets, Fry Plate, Filtration Basket and Mesh Filter in hot soapy water.
3.1.14 Wash, rinse and dry above components thoroughly.
3.1.15 Ensure element turn cover cap is closed.
3.1.16 Close drain Valve and fill pan with hot soapy water to the MIN mark.
3.1.17 Clean pan with soft, clean cloth and rub away any stubborn staining with scouring
pad.
TAKE CARE NOT TO DISLODGE OR DAMAGE THERMOSTAT
SENSORS ON THE HEATING ELEMENTS AS SEEN IN SECTION
7.7.2.

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3.1.18 Open Drain Valve to empty water into Oil Bucket.
3.1.19 Rinse pan and dry thoroughly.
3.1.20 Remove Oil Bucket and empty the water into the sink.
3.1.21 Wash, rinse and dry Oil Bucket thoroughly.
3.1.22 Rotate the Heating Elements back down using the Element Rotating Handle.
ALWAYS USE THE ELEMENT ROTATING HANDLE TO ROTATE
HEATING ELEMENTS. DO NOT ROTATE ELEMENTS BY HAND OR
ANY OTHER TOOL.
3.1.23 Close Drain Valve and replace all removed components.
4.0 SPECIFICATION
4.1 APPLIANCE WEIGHT TABLE
APPLIANCE
UNIT WEIGHT (kg)
PACKED WEIGHT (kg)
E9342
65
75
E9342B2
65
75
E9342F
73
83
E9342F2
81
91
4.2 TECHNICAL DATA TABLE
CURRENT
POWER
PHASE
MIN (A) @
230V
MAX (A) @
230V
ACTUAL (A) @
230V
(kW) @ 230V
L1
19.57
22.83
21.74
5
L2
19.57
22.83
21.74
5
L3
19.57
22.83
21.74
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IF ANY CURRENT IS OUT WITH THESE TOLERANCES, THE
CAUSE MUST BE INVESTIGATED AND RECTIFIED.

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5.0 DIMENSIONS / CONNECTION LOCATIONS
6.0 INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND ADVICE REGARDING SUPPLEMENTARY ELECTRICAL
PROTECTION
Commercial kitchens and foodservice areas are environments where electrical
appliances may be located close to liquids, or operate in and around damp conditions
or where restricted movement for installation and service is evident.
The installation and periodic inspection of the appliance should only be undertaken
by a qualified, skilled and competent electrician; and connected to the correct power
supply suitable for the load as stipulated by the appliance data label.
The electrical installation and connections should meet the necessary requirements
to the local electrical wiring regulations and any electrical safety guidelines.
We recommend:-
Supplementary electrical protection with the use of a residual current device
(RCD)
Fixed wiring appliances incorporate a locally situated switch disconnector to
connect to, which is easily accessible for switching off and safe isolation
purposes. The switch disconnector must meet the specification requirements
of IEC 60947.