Resfab MB-50AT User manual

Auto Lift Electric Fryer Series:
MB-50AT/MB-50ATV
MB-85AT/MB-85ATV
MB-502AT/ATV
Installation & Operation Manual
2019-12-03 www.resfab.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL
INFORMATION RECORD QUICK REFERENCE 02
WARRANTY 03-04
NOTICE 05
SAFETY OVERVIEW 06
RULES 07-08
UNPACKING UNCRATING OF VENTLESS FRYER, UNCRATING OF MB-502AT 09-11
ELECTRICAL
INSTALL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 12
POWER REQUIREMENTS / ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 13
SERVICE WIRE CONNECTIONS 14
VENTLESS FRYER INSTALLATION 15
OPERATIONS DAILY PROCEDURES FOR MB-50 / MB-85 / MB-502 16-18
PAPERLESS FILTER 19
CLEANING PAPERLESS FILTER 20
CLEANING VENTLESS HOOD 21
CLEANING HOOD BAFFLE FRANKLIN MODEL / AIRCON MODEL 22-23
FRYING GUIDE 24
CONTROL MANUAL TOUCH SCREEN CONTROL AND PROGRAMMING ALL MB-AT
MODELS 25-28
MANUAL FILTRATION 29
MB-502 FILTRATION: DRAINING AND REFILLING PROCEDURES 30-31
MB-50AT/MB-85AT/MB-502AT PART DESCRIPTIONS 32-33
BOIL OUT PROCEDURES FOR MB-50,MB-85AT,MB-502 34
PUMP MOTOR AND HIGH LIMIT RESET 35
TROUBLE
SHOOTING PROBLEM/POSSIBLE CAUSE/REMEDY 36-37
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RECORD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION HERE FOR
EASY & QUICK REFERENCE.
Model: _______________________________________
Serial Number(s) ______________________________
_____________________________________________
Voltage: _______________ Phase: ________________
Date Installed: _________________________________
Be ready to provide this information when calling for service or
repair parts.
Service/Parts: CALL 1-866-359-0808
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NOTICE
NOTICE: IF, DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE CUSTOMER USES A PART FOR THIS RESFAB
EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN AN UNMODIFIED NEW PART PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM RESFAB,
OR ANY OF ITS FACTORY AUTHORIZED SERVICE PARTNERS, AND/OR THE PART BEING USED IS
MODIFIED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION, THIS WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. FURTHER
RESFAB AND ITS AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES OR EXPENSES
INCURRED BY THE CUSTOMER WHICH ARISE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART,
DUE TO THE INSTALLATION OF ANY MODIFIED PART AND/OR PART RECEIVED FROM AN
UNAUTHORIZED SERVICER.
NOTICE: This appliance is intended for professional use only and is to be operated by qualified personnel
only. A Resfab Factory Service Partner or other qualified professional should perform installation,
maintenance and repairs. Installation, maintenance or repairs by unqualified personnel may void the
manufacturer’s warranty. See Page 12 of this manual for definitions of qualified personnel.
NOTICE: This equipment must be installed in accordance with the appropriate national and local codes of
the country and/or region in which the appliance is installed. See Page 12 Of this manual for specifics.
NOTICE: Drawings and photos used in this manual are intended to illustrate operation, cleaning and
technical procedures and may not conform to onsite management operational procedures.
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Safety Overview
The instructions contained in this manual are intended to aid in learning the proper
procedures for installing, operating and servicing this unit.
Throughout this manual, safety precautions are identified by use of safety alert
symbols and three alert keywords: DANGER …WARNING…CAUTION. Safety alert
information precedes the step(s) or activity to which it applies. Suggested,
recommended, or other noteworthy information is identified by use of the keyword
NOTE.
Safety Alert Symbols
Used in conjunction with key alert words (DANGER…WARNING…CAUTION) to
signify potential personal injury hazards. These alerts immediately precede
precautionary information. Adhere to all safety notices following these symbols to
avoid possible injury or death. Failure to comply with safety precautions identified
by the safety alert symbols may also void the manufacturer’s warranty.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which will result in serious
personal injury and possible death, if not avoided. Use of this alert is limited to
the most extreme situations.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or unsafe practice, which may result
in minor to moderate personal injury, if not avoided.
CAUTION
When used without the safety alert symbol, CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, may result in equipment or property damage and
void the warranty, if not avoided.
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WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in serious
personal injury and possible death, if not avoided.

Safety Rules
WARNING: Always meet FDA Food Handling and Temperature Guidelines.
RECOMMENDATION: Before using the fryer it is important to read and understand
all the instructions and recommendations of this manual.
SAFETY RULES:
1. Keep the area and the floor around the fryer clean.
2. Do not overfill the fryer with oil.
3. Never operate the filter system without oil in the system
4. Never operate the filter system w/water in fryer pot: Warranty is VOID.
5. Do not overload the fryer with food.
6. Keep the casters locked, unless moving “COOL” fryer to clean floor.
7. Be prepared in case of a fire, injuries or emergencies.
8. Always turn the power off and unplug the fryer before cleaning or servicing.
9. Never turn the fryer on if the back panel is not in place.
10. At the end of the day, before closing, make sure that the fryers are OFF.
11. Certain surfaces of the fryer can be very hot. To prevent any burns, locate the fryer
in an area inaccessible to the public.
RECOMMENDATION: Great care must be taken when handling food products.
These following basic rules must be applied to prevent contamination.
HYGIENIC RULES:
1. Always wear a hair net where food is going to be handled.
2. Before handling food, always wash your hands with soap and water. The use of
plastic gloves is recommended.
3. Never touch food that has been cooked after you have handled uncooked food.
4. Always wash your hands before handling cooked food.
5. Be sure to use a clean and disinfected sink to clean and rinse food.
6. The food that has been cooked must be kept at a minimum internal temperature of
140°
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Safety Rules
▪Hot oil is very dangerous. It can cause serious injuries and death. NEVER attempt to move
a fryer containing hot oil or to transfer hot oil from one container to another.
▪Turn off the Fryer before cleaning or performing any maintenance activity. Turn breaker off.
▪DO NOT wash down the unit’s exterior with water from a spray hose.
▪Failure to comply with these DANGER notices can result in serious injury or death,
equipment or property damage and void the warranty.
DANGER
WARNING
▪Consult a qualified electrician to ensure that:
▪All electrical specification and code requirements are met.
▪Circuit breakers and wiring are of sufficient rating and gauge for this
equipment.
▪During installation, the unit must be properly grounded and must comply with all
electrical requirements.
▪Improper installation or adjustment, unauthorized alteration, or improper service and
maintenance could result in serious personal injury or death, equipment or property
damage, and void the warranty.
▪DO NOT use or store gasoline, other flammable liquids, or materials that release
flammable vapors in the vicinity of this or any other electrical appliance!
▪During cooking operations, the oil level MUST be maintained at the indicated
minimum level .If not maintained at that level the heating elements will be exposed
causing a possible oil fire.
▪Failure to comply with WARNING notices could result in serious personal injury or
death, equipment or property damage, and void the warranty.
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UNPACKING
STICKER ON CARTON: NOTICE
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT IT IS THE CUSTOMER’S
RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY DAMAGE CONCEALED
OR NON-CONCEALED WITH THE FREIGHT COMPANY.
Resfabs’ responsibility for damages to the unit ended when the
freight company’s agent signed for the freight at the time of
shipment.
Immediately inspect the unit for any freight damage.
If any damage is evident:
1. Retain the shipping carton.
2. Record damage with the truck driver on the bill of lading, or in
absence of the truck driver. TAKE PICTURES
3. Call the freight company at once to file a claim.
1. Open the fryer box by cutting the steel straps.
2. Remove the fryer from the wood skid.
3. Remove the box by pulling straight up on the cardboard.
4. Remove the wrapping material carefully.
5. Visually inspect the fryer. If you see something wrong immediately advise
your Resfab distributor (and your freight carrier if you are responsible for
freight)
Each unit is shipped with the following accessories:
ACCESSORIES
1. (1) Square brush
2. (1) Straight drain brush
3. (1) Crumb shovel
4. (1) Metal Stir Paddle
5. (1) Basket (MB-50/85 1 full & 2 half baskets, MB-502 2 full & 4 half baskets)
6. (1) Discharge Hose (Optional)
7. (1) Filter tank hand carrier
8. (1) Pot lid with handle. (Optional)
9. (5) Paper filters or Paperless Filter (Optional)
10. (1) Instruction manual
11. (1) Warranty Card (to be filled out and emailed to customerservi[email protected]
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CHECK FOR DAMAGE!
CAUTION
▪Exercise care when lifting or moving the palletized unit, when removing packing
materials, or removing unit from the shipping skid.
▪Failure to comply with these CAUTION notices may result in minor to moderate personal
injury, damage to equipment or property, and void the warranty.
UNPACKING: