Wells WVF886 Series User manual

IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
This manual is considered to be part of the appliance and is to be given to the OWNER or
MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of
this appliance. Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER.
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR
INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any
questions concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.
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p/n 304989 Rev. B ECN-12660 M503 040318 cps
OPERATION MANUAL
WVF-886 SERIES
DUAL AUTO-LIFT
STS™ FRYER
with
UNIVERSAL HOOD
Includes
INSTALLATION
USE & CARE
Model WVF-886
PRINTED IN UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Unless otherwise specified, all commercial cooking equip-
ment manufactured by WELLS MFG. CO. is warranted
against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
one year from the date of original installation or 18 months
from the date of shipment from our factory, whichever
comes first, and is for the benefit of the original purchaser
only.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE AND ONLY WAR-
RANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN LAW OR IN FACT,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICU-
LAR PURPOSE, AND/OR FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH
WELLS MFG. CO. PRODUCTS. This warranty is void if it
is determined that, upon inspection by an authorized service
agency, the equipment has been modified, misused, misap-
plied, improperly installed, or damaged in transit or by fire,
flood or act of God. It also does not apply if the serial name-
plate has been removed, or if service is performed by unau-
thorized personnel. The prices charged by Wells Mfg. Co.
for its products are based upon the limitations in this war-
ranty. Seller’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the
repair of defects without charge by a Wells Mfg. Co. factory
authorized service agency or one of its sub-service agen-
cies. This service will be provided on customer’s premises
for non-portable models. Portable models (a device with a
cord and plug) must be taken or shipped to the closest au-
thorized service agency, transportation charges prepaid, for
service. In addition to restrictions contained in this warranty,
specific limitations are shown in the Service Policy and Pro-
cedure Guide. Wells Mfg. Co. authorized service agencies
are located in principal cities. This warranty is valid in the
United States and Canada and void elsewhere. Please con-
sult your classified telephone directory, your foodservice
equipment dealer or write the Factory Service Department,
Wells Manufacturing Company, P.O. Box 280, Verdi, Ne-
vada 89439, phone [phone] or [phone], for
information and other details concerning warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE
ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
1. Resetting of safety thermostats, circuit breakers, over
load protectors, and/or fuse replacements are not
covered by this warranty unless warranted conditions
are the cause.
2. All problems due to operation at voltages or phase
other than specified on equipment nameplates are
not covered by this warranty.
Conversion to correct voltage and/or phase must be
the customer’s responsibility.
3. All problems due to electrical connections not made
in accordance with electrical code requirements
and wiring diagrams supplied with the equipment are
not covered by this warranty.
4. Replacement of items subject to normal wear, to
include such items as knobs, light bulbs; and, normal
maintenance functions including adjustments of
thermostats, adjustment of micro switches and
replacement of fuses and indicating lights are not
covered by warranty.
5. Damage to electrical cords and/or plug due to exposure
to excessive heat are not covered by this warranty.
6. Full use, care, and maintenance instructions supplied
with each machine. Noted maintenance and
preventative maintenance items, such as servicing and
cleaning schedules, are customer responsibility. Those
miscellaneous adjustments noted are customer
responsibility. Proper attention to preventative
maintenance and scheduled maintenance procedures
will prolong the life of the appliance.
7. Travel mileage is limited to sixty (60) miles from an
Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub-service
agencies.
8. All labor shall be performed during regular working
hours. Overtime premium will be charged to the buyer.
9. All genuine Wells replacement parts are warranted for
ninety (90) days from date of purchase on non-
warranty equipment. This parts warranty is limited only
to replacement of the defective part(s). Any use of
non-genuine Wells parts completely voids any
warranty.
10. Installation, labor, and job check-outs are not
considered warranty and are thus not covered by this
warranty.
11. Charges incurred by delays, waiting time or operating
restrictions that hinder the service technician’s ability to
perform service are not covered by warranty. This
includes institutional and correctional facilities.
NOTE: For your protection, please note that equipment in
this shipment was carefully inspected and packaged by
skilled personnel before leaving the factory. Upon accep-
tance of this shipment, the transportation company assumes
full responsibility for its safe delivery.
IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:
1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain that any
visible loss or damage is noted on the freight bill or
express receipt, and that the note of loss or damage is
signed by the delivery person.
2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY:
Regardless of the extent of the damage.
3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: if damage is
unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked, notify the
transportation company or carrier immediately, and file
“CONCEALED DAMAGE” claim with them. This
should be done within fifteen (15) days from the date
the delivery was made to you. Be sure to retain the
container for inspection.
Wells Manufacturing cannot assume liability for damage or
loss incurred in transit. We will, however, at your request,
supply you with the necessary documents to support your
claim.
SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE
xi

WARRANTY xi
SPECIFICATIONS 1
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS 2
PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION 6
AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION 7
INSTALLATION 8
OPERATION 13
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 18
DISPOSAL OF USED OIL 22
MAINTENANCE (Periodic Cleaning) 23
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS 24
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 26
MSDS (Ansulex Low pH) 29
PARTS & SERVICE 31
CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA 31
Thank You for purchasing this Wells Manufacturing Co. appliance.
Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance will ensure that it
gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.
This manual contains the information needed to properly install this appliance, and to use and care for the
appliance in a manner which will ensure its optimum performance.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
1
SPECIFICATIONS
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
77-3/16" high
30-3/8" wide
(42-3/8" wide with spacers)
35-3/8" deep
MODEL VOLTS WATTS
AMPS 3ø
AMPS 1ø
POWER
SUPPLY CORD
(3ø ONLY)
L1 L2 L3 N
WVF-886* 208 12000 33 32 33 - 58 NEMA 15-60P
240 12000 29 28 29 - 50
WVF-886EU* 380-415
3NAC 12000 17 16 16 2 n/a NOT PROVIDED
WVF-886RW 208 12720 37 33 37 - 61 NEMA 15-60P
240 12900 29 28 29 - 54
WVF-886RWEU 380-415
3NAC 12900 21 16 16 6 n/a NOT PROVIDED
* Available with optional frypot drain and 1/4-turn ball valve.
RW units not available with optional frypot drain.

FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS
Fig. 1 Ventilator Section Operating Features & Controls
2
Fig. 2 Ventilator Section Controls & Indicator Lights
V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6

ITEM
1.
a6.
8.
9.
a10.
a11.
12.
a15.
16.
18.
19.
22.
23.
28.
a31.
38.
40.
41.
42.
43.
44.
53.
56.
V1
V2
V3
V4*
V5*
V6*
DESCRIPTION
NAMEPLATE
FIRE SUPPRESSION AGENT
TANK (1.5 gal.)
ADJUSTABLE (FRONT) LEG
RIGID (REAR) CASTER
MANUAL PULL STATION
FUSIBLE LINKS
LOWER REAR ACCESS PANEL
DISCHARGE NOZZLE
GREASE BAFFLE
PRE-FILTER ASSEMBLY
HEPA/CHARCOAL FILTER PACK
GREASE CUP
GREASE TROUGH
VENTILATOR EXHAUST DUCT
STATUS INDICATOR
POWER CORD (
WHEN PROVIDED )
WARMER RELAY
POWER CONTACTOR
BUILDING FIRE ALARM RELAY
GROUND LUG
INTERLOCK TERMINAL
FILTER INTERLOCK SWITCHES
VENTILATOR FAN
POWER SWITCH
POWER ON INDICATOR
CHECK FILTERS ALARM
INDICATOR
REPLACE PREFILTER ALARM
INDICATOR
REPLACE FILTER PACK ALARM
INDICATOR
SERVICE REQUIRED ALARM
INDICATOR
COMMENT
Lists Manufacturer, Model and Serial Number information.
Also lists electrical specifications.
Container for Ansulex™ Low-pH liquid fire suppression liquid.
Allows the unit to be leveled.
Allows the unit to be easily positioned by lifting the front of the unit slightly.
Provides a means of manual activation of the fire suppression system.
PULL ONLY IN CASE OF FIRE!
Automatically activates fire suppression system in the event of fire in the fryer.
Allows access to Ansul® fire suppression agent tank (a6) and controls also
access to main power contactor (41).
Fire suppression media discharges here (2 places).
Extracts and drains most grease and moisture from the air flow.
Comprises the PRE-FILTER FRAME and a replaceable
PRE-FILTER. Stops larger particles of grease from reaching the FILTER
PACK for reduced maintenance costs.
Stops most grease and smoke particles. Also assists in some cooking odor
removal.
Collects grease/moisture drained from grease trough (23).
Directs grease/moisture removed by grease baffle to grease cup.
Exit point for ventilator airflow - on top left rear of unit.
DO NOT BLOCK
Displays status of fire suppression system (COCKED - FIRED). If FIRED, a
buzzer will sound continuously.
6’ cord and cap. Plug for NEMA 15-60R (receptacle by user).
Provides power to roll warmer section. Energized at all times except during fire
safety shut-down.
Energizes fryer only while ventilator section is sensed as operational.
Reports fire alarm condition to building fire management system.
Ground wire of power cord connects here.
Provides connection for shut-down control by building fire management system.
Proper installation of grease baffle and filter pack close these switches in
ventilator sensor circuit.
Provides air movement for ventilation.
Energizes blower motor. If, after 10 seconds, proper conditions are met,
appliance is energized.
GREEN. Glows when POWER switch is ON.
AMBER. Glows if one or more filters are out of position. Check all filters and
baffles for proper installation.
AMBER. Glows when PREFILTER is approaching the end of its service life and
must soon be replaced.
AMBER. Glows when FILTER PACK is approaching the end of its service life
and must soon be replaced.
RED. Glows when PREFILTER and/or FILTER PACK has reached the end of
its service life and is too loaded to allow sufficient air flow. Filter MUST be
replaced. Appliance is SHUT DOWN until expended filters are replaced.
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS (continued)
VENTILATOR SECTION
3
VENTILATOR CONTROL AND INDICATOR PANEL
* See PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION, pages 6 & 7 for special procedures regarding prefilters and filter packs.