PERFECT FRY COMPANY PFC 187 User manual

PFC SERIES MODELS
OWNER’S MANUAL
PHONE: [phone]
MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 501, Concord, NH 03302-0501
SHIPPING ADDRESS: 39 Sheep Davis Road, Pembroke, NH 03275
FAX: [phone]
GENERAL INFORMATION: [e-mail]
CUSTOMER SUPPORT: [email protected]
WEB: www.perfectfry.com
©2012 PERFECT FRY COMPANY L20-390 R3
Be sure ALL operators read, understand and
have access to this manual at all times.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A PERFECT FRYER!............................................................................................. 1
WARRANTY REGISTRATION .................................................................................................................................................. 1
FRYER ACTIVATION .............................................................................................................................................................. 1
OWNERS RESPONSIBILITIES.......................................................................................................................................... 2
REGULATIONS & RECYCLING....................................................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY FIRST ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................................................... 5
ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY ................................................................................................................................................ 5
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 5
PREPARE COUNTER-TOP AREA.............................................................................................................................................. 6
UNPACK................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
ASSEMBLY.......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
COOKING............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
CLEANING.......................................................................................................................................................................... 15
DAILY MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................................................ 15
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................................... 15
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................................................................... 17
TIPS ON DEEP FRYING.................................................................................................................................................... 18
OIL FACTS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 19
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 22
STARTING UP...................................................................................................................................................................... 23
MANUAL MODE .................................................................................................................................................................. 23
PRESET TIMES..................................................................................................................................................................... 23
PRESET MODE..................................................................................................................................................................... 24
PRESET LOCKED MODE....................................................................................................................................................... 24
COOKING TIME CORRECTION.............................................................................................................................................. 25
OPEN DOOR –PAUSED COOKING ........................................................................................................................................ 25
STANDBY MODE ................................................................................................................................................................. 26
SHUTTING DOWN ................................................................................................................................................................ 26
USER DEFINED OPTIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 27
BACKGROUND MENU -ACCESSING..................................................................................................................................... 28
CTSTM (COOK TIME SENSITIVITY)...................................................................................................................................... 28
BACKGROUND MENU -MAP ............................................................................................................................................... 28
OPTION CHANGES ............................................................................................................................................................... 32
CUSTOMIZING PRESETS....................................................................................................................................................... 33
CUSTOMIZING PRESETS ON THE FRONT LABEL ................................................................................................................... 34
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HELP..................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
SYSTEM ERROR CONDITIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 35
TROUBLE-SHOOTING TABLE................................................................................................................................................ 37
PFS AUTOMATIC EXTINGUISHER............................................................................................................................... 38
BLOW-APART DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST................................................................................................................... 40

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .............................................................................................................................. 41
ORIGINALSTANDARD EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY................................................................................. 42

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Thank You for Purchasing a Perfect Fryer!
Warranty Registration
To ensure that you receive the highest quality service & support;
1. Simply fill out the online warranty registration form anytime at
www.perfectfry.com and automatically receive your warranty activation code.
OR
2. Fill out the enclosed warranty registration form and mail or fax it to Perfect Fry
Company then phone Toll Free 603-225-6684 (Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 EST) to
receive your warranty activation code.
Fryer Activation
For temporary access, enter 123456 then press .
Temporary access is valid for 90 days.
Now that you have registered and activated your fryer;
 Take advantage of our food program partners whose rebates help offset the cost of your
newly purchased Perfect Fryer. Food program rebates will be sent to you, however if you
wish to view our current partners immediately, please visit www.perfectfry.com.
 Take comfort in knowing that your Perfect Fryer is backed by an industry leading 1..2..3
warranty (see page Error! Bookmark not defined. for further details).
 Take comfort in knowing that the management and staff at Perfect Fry Company are
dedicated to ensure that you, the owner and operator of a Perfect Fryer, receive a top
quality product that is thoroughly inspected and tested prior to shipment.
 Take comfort in knowing that our local distribution network is committed to supplying your
service and warranty needs. Each distributor has dedicated service staff that is able to
answer any questions you may have regarding the operation of your Perfect Fryer. We
also have an online knowledgebase available 24/7/365 at perfectfry.com with many great
tips and solutions.
SEE THIS LCD DO THIS GET THIS LCD
THANK YOU FOR
PURCHASING A PERFECT
FRYER SN# XXXXX
CALL OR GO ONLINE
ENTER WARRANTY CODE
AND PRESS START:

1) Enter your warranty activation code
2) Press
3) Your Perfect Fryer is now permanently
activated
HEATING
70ºF

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OWNERS RESPONSIBILITIES
It is the owner’s responsibility to:
Insure the PERFECT FRYER is properly maintained.
Allow only properly trained personnel to operate, clean and
maintain a PERFECT FRYER.
Contact local authorities having jurisdiction to insure that the
installation conforms to all local fire, building and health
regulations.
Schedule and maintain documentation that the appropriate
inspection and maintenance of the PFS Automatic Extinguisher
has been completed.
Insure that the model ready for installation matches the supply
voltage.
Insure that the main power supply is disconnected before the
PERFECT FRYER is serviced.
Insure that all safety devices are intact.
Insure that a proper surface is provided for the PERFECT
FRYER to sit on.
Insure that proper clearances are kept.
Operate and store the PERFECT FRYER above 32°F (0°C).
Return the PERFECT FRYER for recycling when it reaches end
of life.

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REGULATIONS & RECYCLING
Installation of your PERFECT FRYER must conform to all local fire and health regulations
and building codes. The installation use and maintenance is to be in accordance with the
Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations,
NFPA 96 - 2004.
The table below describes the standards that your PERFECT FRYER has been tested to and
the corresponding listing marks.
STANDARD DESCRIPTION LISTING MARK
UL 197
UL 197 SB
(UL 710B)
Commercial electric cooking appliances.
Commercial electric cooking appliances with recirculating systems.
UL 197 & UL 197 SB supplement also reference the following
standards which your PERFECT FRYER meets applicable parts thereof:
UL 1046: Grease Filters for Exhaust Ducts.
UL 300: Fire Testing of Fire Extinguishing Systems for Protection
of Restaurant Cooking Areas.
NFPA 17A: Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems.
NFPA 96: Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of
Commercial Cooking Operations.
EPA 202: Determination of Condensable Particulate Emissions for
Stationary Sources.
CSA 22.2
No. 109-M1981
Commercial Cooking Appliances forming part of
Canadian Electrical Code, Part 2 Safety Standards
for Electrical Equipment.
NSF 4 Commercial Cooking, Rethermalization, and Powered Hot Food
Holding and Transport Equipment.
EN60335-1
EN60335-2-37
EN61000-6-1
EN61000-6-3
Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances Part 1.
General Requirements
Amendment 8913 - October 1995
Amendment 9475 - May 1997
Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances Part 2.
Commercial Electric Deep Fat Fryers
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) – Emissions & Immunity for
Light Industrial Environments
The table below describes the recycling procedures for your PERFECT FRYER.
WEEE
(Waste Electrical &
Electronic
Equipment)
2002/96/EC
When your PERFECT FRYER has reached end of life, please
deliver the fryer to your local distributor. They will prepare and
deliver the fryer for recycling to the WEEE collection system in
your country. Most of the fryer’s materials can be recycled.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FRYER IN MUNICIPAL WASTE!

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SAFETY FIRST
LIFTING & MOVING:
Your PERFECT FRYER’s gross shipping weight is 92 lb. (42 kg). Net weight = 80
lb. (36 kg).
DEEP FRYING:
Cooking oil is very hot, 350ºF (177ºC). Hot oil can cause severe burns. DO NOT
TOUCH THE COOKING OIL UNLESS YOU ARE SURE IT HAS COOLED.
HEATER MODULE:
DO NOT DROP
DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER
CLEANING:
Before cleaning fryer or removing oil, let fryer cool to 122ºF (50ºC). DO NOT
TOUCH HEATER MODULE, VAT OR OIL UNLESS YOU ARE SURE IT HAS
COOLED.
COOKING OIL MAINTENANCE:
For sanitation and safety, we recommend that the cooking oil is replaced once a
week, more often for higher volume usage. Use a commercial grade deep-fryer
formulated cooking oil. OLD OIL HAS A REDUCED FLASHPOINT. OLD OIL AND
OVER-WET FOOD ARE PRONE TO SURGE BOILING.
SERVICING:
DISCONNECT THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE SERVICING THE FRYER.
There is no need to unplug your PERFECT FRYER for normal cleaning or
maintenance.
STORAGE:
Do not store your PERFECT FRYER below 0°C (32°F)
Intended for indoor use only

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INSTALLATION
Electrical Power Supply
Your PERFECT FRYER must be connected to a dedicated electrical circuit that meets
your fryer’s requirements (see table below).
Improper Installation may damage the fryer and void your warranty
 If your PERFECT FRYER’s plug does not fit your wall outlet receptacle, have an
electrician install the appropriate NEMA receptacle within 4 feet of the fryer.

See the manufacturer’s label on your PERFECT FRYER for the electrical Model No.
PFCXXX, then check off your Model Number.
Electrical Specifications
PERFECT FRY
MODEL
VOLTS AMPS
CIRCUIT
AMPS
WATTS
NEMA
NUMBER
NEMA
RECEPTACLE

Put a check mark in the box beside the Model Number of your PERFECT FRYER.
□PFC 187
120 16.0 20 1875 5-20
□PFC 375
240 16.0 20 3750 6-20
□PFC 570
240 24.0 30 5700 L6-30
□PFC 570
208 27.0
Minimum
30 5700
For use on an individual branch circuit
rated 30A minimum. For supply
connectors, use minimum no. 10 AWG
wire (30A rated). This fryer must be
properly connected to a grounded,
dedicated 208 VAC single phase circuit
according to local installation standards
and codes.
All models are single phase; 50 / 60 hertz.

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INSTALLATION (Continued)
Prepare Counter-top Area
Unpack
1) Cut straps on shipping box
2) Remove box top and body
3) Remove outer plastic wrapping and keep box along with foam corners and
sides
Clearances:
1” on sides
2” on back
0” on top

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4) Lift your PERFECT FRYER onto counter-top
Your PERFECT FRYER weighs 80 lb. (36 kg). Lift it carefully with your legs or with the
help of another person and place it in its final location.
5) Remove all foam stuffing and parts
6) Put check mark in box once the part is removed

1 Air Filter Cage

2 Air Filter Cartridge

3 Grease Filter

4 Grease Filter Tray

5 Basket Lift

6 Heater Module

7 Oil Vat

8 Oil Spill Tray

9 Front Panel

10 Door

11 Door Spring (2)

12 Large Basket
(PFC187 & PFC375 only)

13 Extra Large Basket
(PFC570 & PFC570 only)

14 Oil Drainage Kit (Optional)

15 XL Basket Cover (Optional)
(PFC570 & PFC570 only)

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7) Ensure that blow-off caps on fire extinguisher nozzles are kept in place
8) Go to ASSEMBLY section (next page)
11
12
9
10
13
15

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ASSEMBLY
1) Clean parts and inside of cabinet (all except air filter cartridge)
a) Wash in warm soapy water
b) Rinse with hot water
c) Rinse with vinegar solution (1 part vinegar to 2 parts water)
The heater box must NOT be immersed in water or other liquid.
2) Plug in fryer and press
Note: LCD will display what is missing
and will beep twice when part is
installed
 SYSTEM ERROR 
PLEASE CHECK/CHANGE
HEATER BOX
GREASE FILTER
AIR FILTER PLACEMENT
FRONT PANEL
3) Install grease filter into grease filter tray
Note: magnet should be on right side
4) Install grease filter/grease filter tray into
filter compartment by sliding along rails
and towards back
5) Fit air filter cage over air filter cartridge
Note: Make sure arrows are pointing up

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ASSEMBLY (Continued)
6) Slide air filter cartridge firmly back into
filter compartment and fasten down with
latch.
7) Install spill tray into bottom cooking
compartment
Note: Indents on bottom of spill tray
should fit into indents on bottom of
cabinet
8) Set heater module onto vat
Note: “^” grooves on bottom of heater
module should fit onto back of vat
9) Pour frying oil into vat. Fill to COLD
level mark. Use commercial grade deep
fryer cooking oil. DO NOT OVERFILL.
COLD
HOT

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ASSEMBLY (Continued)
10) Slide heater module/vat into cooking
compartment and push in all the way.
Ensure electrical connection is
complete with a firm push on the
heater module.
11) Install drip tray in-front of oil vat. Drip
tray will fit snug between front edge of
oil vat and inside edge of spill tray.
Note: If drip tray does not fit, press
heater module in further to complete
connection
12) Install basket lift
a) Hold basket tray vertical
b) Install rod into pivot hole – left
side
c) Install rod into motor coupler –
right side

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d) Pivot basket tray forward from
vertical position and insert arms
into spill tray.
13) Install and close front panel. Turn latch ¼ turn clockwise and press down
14) The fryer will now begin heating. In a few minutes, you will be ready to start cooking!

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COOKING
Large Basket Extra Large Basket
1. Insert Basket 2. Press Start
3. Frying 4. Remove & Serve
Fill Line

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CLEANING
Daily Maintenance
Do not unplug the fryer and always make sure the fryer is turned off
Do not touch heater module, oil vat or oil unless you are sure it has cooled
1) Wipe basket(s) with paper towel to remove crumbs and food particles
2) Wipe crumbs, oil and any other food matter from inside of door into spill tray using a
paper towel
3) Clean outside of fryer with a good stainless steel cleaner and
wipe dry
Do not clean the outside or any other stainless steel part using
abrasive cleaners
4) Check oil level on the back of vat to make sure it is up to cold line
(at room temperature). If not, add oil as necessary. Replace the
cooking oil once a week or more often if necessary. Use a
COMMERCIAL GRADE DEEP FRY COOKING OIL.
Weekly Maintenance
Do not unplug the fryer and always make sure the fryer is turned off
Do not touch heater module, oil vat or oil unless you are sure it has
cooled
1) Open front panel by lifting and turning latches. Lift it off its hinges.
The front panel can be cleaned as is or apart if preferred.
2) Remove air filter cartridge and set aside (for replacement, see page
17).
Do not wash air filter cartridge
3) Remove grease filter tray from cabinet. Remove grease filter
from tray and drain any oil that has accumulated. Wash both
parts in soap and hot water. Rinse well in hot water and dry.

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CLEANING (Continued)
4) Pour cooking oil from vat into containers for
disposal. Have empty containers handy for
proper disposal of used cooking oil. A rendering
company can help with proper disposal.
5) Remove basket lift, oil vat and heater module
(picture right). Use a spray on oven cleaner and
enclose with plastic bag for at least one hour or
leave overnight if possible. Wash in soap and hot
water and rinse well in hot water. Rinse parts in a
solution of: 1 part white vinegar [5% acetic acid]
and 2 parts water. The vinegar rinse is very important. It neutralizes soap residue
that causes oil breakdown foaming. Soap residue turns oil dark and reduces its
performance significantly. Clear water rinse parts. Clean the male and female
terminals on connectors with rubbing alcohol and cotton swab.
The heater box must NOT be immersed in water or other liquid.
Do not spray male connector
6) Remove spill tray and drain any oil that has accumulated.
Wash in soap and hot water. Rinse well in hot water and
dry.
7) With internal components removed, clean cooking and filter
compartments with grease cutting soap or oven cleaner if
necessary. Rinse with damp cloth and dry.
Do not spray female connector
8) Move fryer, clean counter-top and external surfaces
9) Ensure that blow-off caps on fire extinguisher nozzles are kept in place
10) Re-install all parts (see ASSEMBLY page 10)

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CLEANING (Continued)
Periodic Maintenance
Air Filter Cartridge Replacement
Replace the air filter cartridge at least once every 3
months, more often for higher volume usage.
Replacement is safer and easier when the fryer is cool
rather than hot.
 Only PERFECT FRY filters may be used in your
PERFECT FRYER.
Steps to replace air filter cartridge:
1) Open front panel by lifting and turning latches
2) Release latch on air filter cage, and remove air
filter cage and air filter cartridge from filter
compartment
3) Remove old used air filter cartridge from air filter
cage
4) Wipe air filter cage clean
5) Fit air filter cage over new air filter cartridge and
write date on cartridge
( Arrows up)
6) Install air filter cage and new air filter cartridge
firmly back into filter compartment and latch in
place
7) Close front panel and latch shut
PFS Automatic Extinguisher
The PFS automatic extinguisher must be inspected monthly by the owner/operator and
semi-annually by authorized service personnel as per NFPA 17A. It is important that a
maintenance program is set up with a local fire service company to ensure that local
jurisdictional codes are being met. Please refer to PFS automatic extinguisher (page
38) for more information.