Pitco E7 User manual

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
Manual
For Electric Fryers With Options
Including Built-In and UFM (Spacefighter)
Filter Systems
Covering Models
El, E7B, E14, E14B, E14X, E18, & E18B

Pitco Frialator #L20-054 Revision 9
Rev. Date 02/98

NOTICES
There are three different types of notices that you should be familiar with, a NOTICE, CAUTION,
and WARNING. A NOTICE is a special note used to call attention to a particularly important point.
CAUTION is used to point out a procedure or operation which may cause equipment damage. The
WARNING notice is the most important of the three because it warns of an operation that may cause
personal injury. Please familiarize yourself with your new cooker before operating it and heed the
notices throughout this manual. The WARNINGS are listed below and on the following page for
your review prior to operating the unit.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alter¬
ation, service or maintenance can cause property dam¬
age, injury or death. Read the installation, operating
and maintenance thoroughly before installing or ser¬
vicing this equipment
THIS MANUAL MUST BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY
SAFETY
The fryer must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes. If
local codes do not apply follow the requirements of National Code ANSI/
NFPA 70-1990
Before proceeding with installation, ensure that the switch(s) marked OFF-
ON-START are in the OFF position. Also ensure that all the circuit breakers
for the apphance(s) are OPEN or OFF. NEVER connect the fryer with power
applied to the power lines. Some appliances have more than one power
supply. Make sure they are ALL disconnected.
The heating elements MUST be covered with water or oil before they are
turned on. NEVER turn on the fryer unless the elements are covered by at least
one inch of liquid.
Never melt blocks of shortening on top of the heating elements. This will
cause a fire, and void your warranty.
Water and shortening DO NOT mix. Keep liquids away from hot shortening.
Dropping liquid frozen food into the hot shortening will cause violent boiling.
At operating temperature the shortening temperature will be greater than
300°F. Extreme care should be used when filtering operating temperature
shortening to avoid personnel injury.
It will be easier and safer if the filter assembly has cooled to room temperature
before handling any filter parts.
All power supplies must be disconnected before servicing or cleaning the
appliance. Some appliances have more than one power supply. Make sure
they are ALL disconnected.
SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY

SAFETY SAFETY
SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY
DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE PRESENT
The fuses for the fryer's heating elements and controls are located inside the
entrance box. Extreme care must be taken when opening the entrance box.
NEVER remove the entrance box cover unless all power to the appliance has
been disconnected.
SAFETY
SAFETY
SAFETY
SAFETY
SAFETY

Table of Contents
Section Title Page
Safety Notice
Table of Contents ...
List of Tables and Figures.i v
Chapter 1: General Information and Installation.1-1
1.1 WHICH FRYER DO I HAVE?.M
1.2 CHECKING YOUR NEW FRYER.1-2
1.2.1 Check Your Order. 1 - 2
1.3 ASSEMBLY AND LEVELING .1-3
1.3.1 Leg/Caster Installation and Adjustment.1-3
1.3.2 Assembling multi fryer.1-3
1.3.3 Basket Lift Access.1-4
1.4 INSTALLATION.1-4
1.4.1 Installation Clearances.1-4
1.4.2 C0 2 Fire System.1-4
1.4.3 Electrical Connection.1-5
1.4.4 Ventilation and Fire Safety Systems.1-8
1.5 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS.1-9
1.5.1 Visual Checks.1-9
1.5.2 Initial Cleaning.1-10
1.5.3 Thermostat Calibration Check - Backup Thermostat Only.1-11
Chapter 2: Operating Instructions.2-1
2.1 FILLING THE FRYER.2-1
2.1.1 Filling the Fryer With Liquid Shortening.2-1
2.1.2 Filling the Fryer With Solid Shortening.2-1
2.2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - WITHOUT COMPUTER.2-2
2.2.1 Fryer Start-Up. 2 -2
2.2.2 Automatic Basket Lifts (Opional). 2 -3
2.2.3 Fryer Shutdown.2-3
2.3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - WITH A COMPUTER ..2-4
2.3.1 Fryer Start-Up.2-4
2.3.2 Product Selection.2-4
2.3.3 Shutdown.2-4
2.3.4 Power Failure.2-4
2.4 THE INTELLIFRY COMPUTER.2-5
2.4.1 Checking the Temperature functions and Cooking Times.2-6
2.4.2 Programming Cook Time, Shake Time and Hold Times... 2 -6
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Table of Contents (Continued)
Section Title Page
2.4.3 Programming Cooking Temperature.2-7
2.4.4 Level 2 Programming.2-7
2.5 THE DIGITAL CONTROL.2-8
2.5.1 Operating the Digital control.2-8
2.5.2 Programming the Digital control.2-9
2.6 SHORTENING FILTER PROCEDURES.2-10
2.6.1 General Filter Hints.2-12
2.6.2 Filter Procedures.2-13
2.6.3 Using The UFM Module as a Portable Filter.2-15
2.7 DAILY CLEANING.2-16
CHAPTER 3: Owner Maintenance and Adjustments.3-1
3.1 FILTER MEDIA REPLACEMENT.3-1
3.1.1 UFM Filter System.3-1
3.1.2 Built-In Filter System.3-4
3.2 WEEKLY FRYER CLEANING (BOIL OUT).3-8
3.3 INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL FLUSH HOSE.3-9
3.4 BASKET LIFT LUBRICATION.3-9
3.5 CHECKING AND REPLACING FUSES.3-9
3.6 TROUBLESHOOTING.3-11
3.6.1 Fryer Troubleshooting - Without a Computer.3-11
3.6.2 Fryer Troubleshooting - With a Computer.3-16
3.6.3 Built-In Filter Troubleshooting.3-18
3.6.4 UFM Filter Troubleshooting.3-20
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List of Tables and Figures
Table Title Page
1-1 Fryer Model Information.1-1
1-2 Electrical Requirements for Various Models. 1-6
1-3 Ventilation and Fire Safety References.1-8
Figure Title Page
1-1 Filter Tools and Accessories.1-2
1-2 Inside View of Fryer Tank.1-9
1-3 Pilot Assembly, Flame Adjustment.1-11
1-4 Gas Valve Showing Location of Pressure Regulator and Pilot Adjusters.1-12
1-5 Main Burner Conditions.1-14
1- 6 Air Collar .1-15
2- 1 Fryer Illustrating Filter Components.2-10
2- 2 Filter Tools and Accessories.2-11
3- 1 UFM Filter Module.3-2
3-2 Built-In Filter System.3-6
3-3 Fryer Showing Built-In Filter System Components.3-7
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Chapter 1: General Information and Installation
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Pitco Frialator universal electric fryer. This unit will
give you many years of reliable service if you follow the simple operation and maintenance
procedures in this manual. Contained in this manual are the general installation, operation, and
maintenance procedures for the universal electric fryer models E7, E7B, E14, E14B, E14X, E18, &
E18B. This information covers both the units with built-in filters and the Under Fryer Manual (UFM)
filters.
1.1 WHICH FRYER DO I HAVE?
All models come standard with solid state temperatures controls, automatic meltcycle controller, and
built in safety devices. In addition to these features additional features and options are available, each
with its own model number. To find out which model you have look at the identification plate inside
the door. This plate has a lot of useful information, but to identify which fryer you have, look at the
model number block. The model number identifies which fryer and what features you have. A brief
description of each model and its features are provided in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1 Fryer Model Information
Model
Number
Description
Features
E7
E7B
Model 7 is a great space saver. The E7 model can cook
up to 40 lbs. of potatoes per hour and the E7B model
can produce up to 45 lbs. per hour.
Frying Area: 8" X 14"
Oil Capacity: 25 Lbs
Input Ratings:
E7 - 7.0 KW
E7B - 9.0 KW
E14
E14B
E14X
All purpose fryer designed to fry a wide range of
products. These fryers can produce large quantities of
potatoes: E14 - up to 75 lbs per hour, E14B - up to 102
lbs per hour; and the E14X up to 60 lbs per hour.
Frying Area: 14" X14"
Oil Capacity: 40 Lbs
Input Rating:
E14 - 16.5 KW
E14B - 21.0 KW
E14X -13.5 KW
El 8
E18B
This model is designed for the most demanding frying
needs. Available with many options and features to meet
any cooking need. The E18 model can produce up to
120 lbs. of potatoes per hour and the E18B model can
produce up to 94 lbs. of chicken per hour.
Flying Area:18" X18"
Oil Capacity:
El 8 -65 Lbs.
E18B -100 Lbs.
Input Rating:
E18 - 18.0 KW
E18B - 24.0 KW
1-1

1.2 CHECKING YOUR NEW FRYER
Your new fryer and its filter have been carefully packed in two crates. Every effort has been made
to ensure that your fryer will be delivered to you in perfect condition. As you unpack the fryer,
inspect each of the pieces for damage. If something is damaged, DO NOT sign the bill of lading.
Contact the shipper immediately, because the shipper is only responsible for 15 days after delivery.
Check the packing list enclosed with your fryer to ensure that you have received all of the parts to
the fryer. If you are missing any parts, contact the dealer from whom the fryer was purchased. As
you unpack the fryer and its accessories be careful to keep the weight of the fryer evenly distributed.
Element Junction Box
CAUTION
To prevent equipment damage, don't tilt the fryer onto
any two of its casters or pull the unit by the element
junction box.
Locate your Pitco Frialator warranty and fill in the serial number of the fryer and the date received.
You will find the serial number on the plate inside the door. Put your warranty card in a safe place
for future reference. DO NOT return the card to Pitco Frialator.
1.2.1 Check Your Order
The crate containing the fryer unit will also
contain the following:
(2) Fry baskets per fryer
(1) Fry Basket Hanger per fryer
(2) Pitco Cleaner Sample {5}
(1) Drain Clean Out Rod {4}
The crate with the filter module (if applicable)
also contains the filter tools and accessories shown
in Figure 1 -1. These items are very important and
MUST be retained for future use. A complete
description of each component is contained in the
Shortening Filter Procedure in Chapter 2.
(1)
Filter Crumb Catch
{3}
(1)
Precoat Filter Aid
{7}
(1)
Flush Hose (Optional)
{1}
(25)
Filter Sheets
{2}
(1)
Cleaning Brush (Fryer)
{8}
(1)
Fryer Crumb Scoop
{10}
(1)
Filter Crumb Scoop
{6}
(1)
Precoat Measuring Cup
{9}
Figure 1-1 Filter Tools and Accessories
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