Frymaster FPEL Series Fryer Guide

Introduction

All electrically operated appliances must be grounded in accordance with all applicable national and local codes, and, where applicable, CE codes. All units (cord connected or permanently connected) should be connected to a grounded power supply system. A wiring diagram is located on the inside of the fryer door. Refer to the rating plate on the inside of the fryer door for proper voltages.

Frymaster FPEL Series Fryer Features:

• Element Lift
• Basket Hanger
• Filter Handle
• Drain Handle
• Filter Pan
• Jug In Box (JIB)
• Thermostat Handle
• JIB Reset Switch

The image shows a front view of the FPEL Series fryer with its doors open, highlighting key components. Another image shows the front of the unit with the doors closed.

Initial Startup

1. Fill the frypot with oil to the bottom OIL LEVEL line. This allows for oil expansion as heat is applied. Do not fill cold oil higher than the bottom line, as overflow may occur as heat expands the oil. For solid shortening, raise the elements, pack the shortening into the bottom, then lower the elements and pack shortening around and over the elements to the lower etched line. Add more shortening if needed after it melts to reach the top etched line.
2. Ensure the power cord(s) are plugged into the appropriate receptacle(s) and the plug face is flush with the outlet plate.
3. Ensure the power is switched on. Some models have a master switch behind the fryer door cabinet on the front panel of the component box, next to the fuse.
4. Ensure the computer/controller is switched ON. Refer to the controller quick reference.
5. Ensure the oil level is at the top OIL LEVEL line when the oil is at its cooking temperature. Add oil or shortening if necessary to reach the proper mark after it has reached cooking temperature.

Filter Preparation

1. Pull the filter pan out and remove the crumb tray, hold-down ring, filter paper, and filter screen. Clean all components with a detergent and hot water solution, then dry thoroughly.
2. Inspect the filter pan connection fitting for good O-ring condition.
3. Place the metal filter screen in the center of the bottom of the pan. Lay a sheet of filter paper on top of the screen, overlapping on all sides. If using a filter pad, ensure the rough side is up and lay the pad over the screen, ensuring it is between the embossed ridges of the filter pan.
4. Position the hold-down ring over the filter paper and lower it into the pan, allowing the paper to rest on the sides. Add the manufacturer's recommended amount of filter powder to the filter paper.

Filtering

1. Ensure the oil is at operating temperature. Follow controller prompts or turn the controller off if necessary.
2. Drain the frypot into the filter pan by rotating the valves 90°. Use the Fryer's Friend clean-out rod if needed to clear the drain from inside the frypot.
3. After the oil drains, turn the filter handle to the ON position to start the pump. There may be a slight delay before the pump activates.
4. The filter pump draws oil through the filter medium and the frypot. Allow the oil to circulate for five minutes.
5. Close the drain valve and allow the fryer to refill. Let the filter pump run for 10 to 15 seconds after the oil begins to bubble. Turn the filter off.

Shut Down

1. Turn the fryer off.
2. Filter the cooking oil and clean the fryers.
3. Place the frypot covers on the frypots.

Oil Changes

1. When the oil reservoir level is low, the controller displays "TOPOFF OIL EMPTY" and "CONFIRM". Press ▲ (CONFIRM).
2. Open the cabinet and slide the JIB (Jug In Box) from the cabinet.
3. Remove the cap and pour any remaining oil in the container into all fry vats equally.
4. Remove the cap and foil seal from the new oil container.
5. Insert the tube into the new full container.
6. Slide the JIB onto the shelf inside the fryer cabinet.
7. Press and hold the orange JIB reset switch for three (3) seconds to reset the top-off system.