Paragon Parafryer 4400 User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
FOR ELECTRIC FRYERS
www.ManufacturedFun.com
Paragon International, Inc •731 W. 18th Street •P.O. Box 560 •Nevada, IA 50201 USA
Phone [phone] •Toll-free [phone] •Fax [phone] •Email: [e-mail]
Model Numbers
9020 9050 9080
ParaFryer 4400 Mighty Corn Dog Fryer 3000 Snack Fryer 5500

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Important Owner Information
Record the model number, serial number and voltage in the
spaces below (the data plate is located on the operator’s side of
the machine in the bottom right). Please have this information
available when calling Paragon for service assistance.
Model No.
Serial No.
Voltage
Business Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Standard Time
(CST)
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Fax: [phone]
Additional information can be found by visiting our web site at
www.manufacturedfun.com
Register your unit
Completing online warranty registration will prevent delay in
obtaining warranty coverage. Go to www.manufacturedfun.com
and select “Support Center” and “Register Your Product”

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Paragon values your continued safety above all else. Please follow these guidelines when using your equipment
to prevent injury and maximize product performance:
Machine must be properly grounded to prevent electrical shock. Do NOT
immerse this equipment in water. Doing so may damage equipment and
prevent it from working properly.
Always unplug equipment before cleaning or serving to prevent electrical
shock.
Always wear safety glasses when servicing equipment.
No direct contact to equipment by the general public should be allowed
when used in food service locations. Only trained personnel should operate
this equipment. Carefully read any through this manual before beginning
operation of the equipment.
Never make alteration to this equipment. Any alterations made by anyone
other than certified Paragon personnel will void warranty and may also
create unsafe working conditions.
This machine is NOT to be operated by anyone under the age of 18.

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INTRODUCTION
PARAGON IS PROUD TO BE YOUR
PARTNER FOR MANUFACTURED FUN.
Our goal is to provide you with the best solutions to attract customers, expand your business, and
improve your profits. That’s why this product has been specially-crafted to meet precise
specifications for performance, efficiency, and output.
Your Paragon Fryer features:
•Stainless steel construction
•Adjustable thermostat
•Digital temperature display
•High limit shutdown
•Made in the USA
Specifications:
Model No.
Volts
Watts
Amps
Power Plug
Type
Oil
Capacity
9020
230
4400
20
NEMA Style
6-20P
25lbs
9050
230
3000
15
NEMA Style
6-15P
37.5lbs
9080
230
5500
25
NEMA Style
6-30P
53lbs
Should you have any questions about your equipment, or would like to know more about our
other innovative concession equipment and supplies, please contact us at 1-800-433-0333 or
visit us on the web at: Manufacturedfun.com
Thank you for your purchase and enjoy!

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
This product requires a properly-grounded 208 to 240VAC.
We recommend that your fryer be plugged directly into a dedicated outlet. Extension cords may
create a safety hazard and reduce its performance.
Model No.
Volts
Watts
Amps
Power Plug
Type
9020
230
4400
20
NEMA Style
6-20P
9050
230
3000
15
NEMA Style
6-15P
9080
230
5500
25
NEMA Style
6-30P
IMPORTANT FIRE SAFETY NOTICE
The building code in most cities in North America requires that any fryer with more than a 7 pound oil
capacity be operated under a vent hood with “Automatic Fire Extinguisher System”. If you operate
this fryer outdoors in a trailer or portable concession stand, you may not fall under the building code
requirements.
Your Paragon fryer has one thermostat which works with a heat adjustment dial and controls the
working temperature of the oil. This machine also has a high limit shut-down controller with a digital
temperature display that operates in the event that the thermostat should fail.
UNPACKING
Paragon carefully inspects each product during assembly and after completion to adhere to strict
quality guidelines, and packs it securely to ensure safe delivery to each of our customers. Be sure
to carefully remove all packing material and adhesive before any operation. Please examine your
product to guarantee all equipment has arrived, complete and in good condition.
If you believe that any damage may have occurred during shipment or parts may be missing,
please contact Paragon immediately for replacement.
It is necessary that you keep an oil-type fire
extinguisher readily available in the event both
thermostats fail, resulting in fire.

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Operating Cautions:
•Hot oil is dangerous-contact with skin can result in severe burns
•Place your fryer on a table or base strong enough to support it and keep it from
being knocked off its base.
•Keep your floors clean so no one slips and contacts the fryer.
•Oil is flammable! Keep open flames away from oil and vapors.
•Keep areas and filters clean above fryer. Lint or dust soaked in oil can ignite
easily.
•Install an automatic fire extinguisher over the fryer and exhaust duct.
•Consult your local fire protection agency for you area requirements. Check
regularly to insure safe and proper function.
•If your fryer starts to smoke or boil abnormally, cut off power supply and
determine the reason before attempting to use it again.
•Be sure the power source is installed properly and in accordance with your local
and national codes.
•See that all your personnel understand the hazards of hot oil. Instruct them on
the proper action if something does not seem to be acting properly.
•Instruct your personnel on what to do if there is a grease fire. Do NOT use water
on a grease fire! Use only fire extinguishers of the approved type and never
direct the extinguisher so as to blow the grease out of the oil tank.
•Use appropriate frying shortening.
•Remember hot oil is dangerous!
Don’ts for deep fat fryers
•Don’t fry above 375F.
•Don’t overload the frying tank.
•Don’t shake breaded items over fryer
•Don’t salt items over fryer
•Don’t introduce excessive amounts of water to fryer
•Don’t fry food in broken-down frying shortening.

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Installation
•Place the fryer on a suitable bench or table. Allow sufficient side space when
using the reversible top cover as a side tray. Position the fryer back enough from
the bench top to prevent the drain valve to not extend over the edge.
•Check your local regulation codes. (Some localities may require an exhaust
hood and/or an approved fire extinguisher.
•Mount the control panel assembly on to the tank. WARNING: Do not lift the fryer
by the control panel.
•Secure the control panel by tightening the two thumb knobs located on the back
side.
•Plug the power cord into power outlet.
•Do a start-up test to verify the unit is working:
1. Turn on the control panel’s power switch
•On initial start up or if power causes the unit to go out, please hold
down the Reset (RST Button) until unit stops flashing. It is very
important to hold down the button until this process is complete.
•You should hear a noise when the relay turns on
2. The digital temperature read out should indicate a temperature
3. Turn the temperature knob up to 200F
Warning: Turn temperature knob back to “Off” after a couple of seconds
•Turn the power switch off
•The heating element should be hot
4. Test is completed, the fryer is now ready for use
WARNING: Do not operate without any cooking oil.
● Note: If digital display unit buttons accidentally get pushed causing the unit to
display unknown readings, simply turn the Master Switch off then back on. Please
proceed with Step #1 as listed above.
Operation
1. Be sure the “drain valve” is closed
2. Fill the fryer tank with frying oil about ½ inch below the MAX fill line on the tank.
3. The fryer is now ready for use.
WARNING: Some products may require oil temperatures up to 375˚F. Use only
trained personal.
Cleaning
•A fine mesh skimmer may be used to remove crust that forms during cooking
periods or during the routine clean-up
•To drain the cooking oil, use the drain valve. An extension on the valve may be
used to direct the oil flow. To use the last remaining oil, block the back edge up
slightly and also a baster may be use.
WARNING: Do not drain until the oil is cooled down
•With routine cleaning, a fine grade steel wool may be used to remove the baked-
on oil residue in the tank

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CABINET ASSEMBLY
Cabinet and Oil Tank
Valve
Fryer
Cover
Thermostat
Knob
Master
Switch
Digital
Temperature
Limit
Thermo Limit
Probe
Thermostat
(Bulb)
Heating
Element

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Parts List
Description
9020
9050
9080
Valve
70121
70121
70121
Fryer Cover
78640
79650
580650
Thermostat (Bulb)
78280
78280
78280
Heating Element
78100
78101
78103
Thermo Limit Probe
78005
78005
78005
Master Switch
12408
12408
12408
Digital Temperature Limit
78001
78001
78001
Thermostat Knob
HDS_0036
HDS_0036
HDS_0036
Relay
78210
-
78210
Power Cord -
12176
-
-
Power Cord -
-
12182
-
Power Cord-
-
-
12183
Spring Clip Railing
-
79640
-
Basket - 13.25x5.63x5.69”
-
-
80641

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