Vollrath Cf2-1800 Standard Duty Electric Countertop Fryers User Manual

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Vollrath Cf2-1800 Standard Duty Electric Countertop Fryers

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Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath equipment. Before operating the equipment, read and familiarize yourself with the following operating and safety instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Save the original box and packaging. Use this packaging to ship the equipment if repairs are needed.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand their meaning. This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully.

WARNING
Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause severe personal injury or death.

NOTICE: Notice is used to note information that is important but not hazard-related.

To reduce the risk of injury or damage to the equipment:

  • Do not operate unattended.
  • The unit must be only used in a flat, level position.
  • Change oil regularly or as necessary. Old or dirty oil has a lower flash point than clean oil.
  • Fill the oil to the correct level. Do not overfill.
  • Do not overfill the basket. Do not fill the basket more than half full.
  • Hot oil is flammable – keep open flames away from hot oil and oil vapors.
  • The unit and oil may be hot even though the ready light is not on.
  • Do not operate the unit in public areas and/or around children.
  • Do not operate if the unit has been damaged or is malfunctioning in any way.
  • Do not tamper with the Safe Operation Switch or Over Temperature Protection Switch.
  • Unplug the unit, turn off, and let it cool before cleaning or moving.
  • Do not spray controls or outside of the unit with liquids or cleaning agents.
  • Do not clean the unit with steel wool.
  • Dispose of oil in an environmentally responsible manner.

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Note: Each fryer head requires a dedicated circuit and the electrical ratings are per circuit.

FUNCTION AND PURPOSE

This equipment is intended to be used for deep frying foods in commercial food service operations only. It is not intended for household, industrial, or laboratory use.

CODES AND REQUIREMENTS

WARNING
Fire, Injury, Death Hazard This equipment must installed by a qualified installer by all federal, state, and local codes. Failure to install this equipment properly can result in injury or death.

Applicable Codes and Standards
Vollrath recommends all commercial cooking equipment be provided with a ventilation system in compliance with NFPA96.

  • Cooking equipment that uses or produces grease (e.g. fryer, griddle), must be provided with hoods that are designed to capture grease and provide fire protection.
  • Equipment must be installed according to the requirements and approval of the AHJ “Authority Having Jurisdiction.”

Clearance Requirements

  • Minimum clearance from combustible construction: 6″ (15 cm) from the sides and back of the fryer
  • Minimum clearance from surface flames from adjacent equipment: 16″ (40.6 cm)

Environment Requirements

  • Do not install under combustible materials.
  • Should be installed under a hood by the latest edition of the Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, NFPA 96.
  • Locate the fryer in a place where it cannot be pushed off the countertop.
  • Keep the area surrounding the fryer clear of combustible materials.
  • Keep the area at the front of the fryer clear for unobstructed access during operation.
  • Do not place it adjacent to a heat-producing appliance.

Electrical Requirements
Each fryer head requires a dedicated circuit. Some models are supplied with two individual power cords. Each cord must be plugged into a dedicated circuit that matches the rating on the nameplate found on the back of the fryer.

BEFORE FIRST USE

Clean the Equipment
This equipment must be cleaned before use. Failure to clean surfaces before using the unit could cause food contamination. See “Cleaning” in this manual.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

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  • A Baskets. Hold the food to be fried.
  • B Temperature Control Dial. Set the temperature of the oil. Standby Mode. Turn off the heating element. Note: In this mode, the ready light will also illuminate.
  • C On/Off Switch. Illuminates when the switch is in the ON position.
  • D Ready Light. Illuminates when oil has reached the set temperature.
  • E Basket Hook. Holds the basket to allow excess oil to drain from the food.
  • F Maximum Oil Level. Do not fill with oil above this mark because this may cause oil to overflow the well after the basket of food has been added. Minimum Oil Level. Do not operate with oil below this level as the oil may overheat and could ignite, causing a fire.
  • G Heating Element. Heats the oil.
  • H Oil Pan. The removable container that holds the oil.
  • I Over-Temperature Reset Switch. Refer to the Troubleshooting section.

OPERATION

WARNING
Overheated oil or oil vapors can ignite causing a fire. Monitor oil temperature, quality, and level. Heat oil carefully. If oil smokes, reduce heat. Do not leave the unit unattended. If fire occurs, turn the unit off, and cover until cool. Do not put water on hot or flaming oil. Do not operate with oil below the low oil mark. Dirty oil has a lower flash point. Replace oil regularly. Maintain correct oil level. Use an oil vapor removal system (hood) to reduce oil and grease buildup on wall or ceiling surfaces.

NOTICE: If your fryer includes night covers, do not operate the fryer with the night cover(s) over the well(s).

Add Oil to the Wells
NOTICE: Do not pour oil into an empty well when the fryer is hot.

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality oil that does not break down quickly. For example corn or peanut oil.
  • Strain oil daily.
  • Add fresh oil as necessary to maintain the oil level.
    • Before each use, check the oil level in each well to make sure it is between the minimum and maximum fill lines.
    • If oil needs to be added, remove baskets from the well. Add oil or shortening to well until the oil is between the minimum and maximum fill lines. DO NOT overfill the well.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-4
      NOTICE: Melt shortening at 125°F. Melting shortening at temperatures above 125°F may trip the high limit control. After the shortening has melted, set the dial to the frying temperature.

Pre-Heat the Oil
For dual fryers, each well operates independently and may be set to different temperatures.

Note: The fryer head must be in the down position. If it is not, the fryer will not heat.

  1. Plug the fryer into a grounded electrical outlet that matches the rating on the nameplate found on the back of the fryer.
    NOTICE: Using a voltage than ttheretthe nameplate-rated-rated voltage will cause damage to the unit. Incorrect voltage, modification to the power cor,d or electrical components damage theethe unit and will void the warranty.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-5
  2. PressVollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-6 to turn on the fryer. The switch will illuminate.
  3. Rotate the dial to the desired temperature.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-7
  4. The ready light will illuminate when the oil reaches the set temperatureVollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-8

Place Food into the Basket 
Hot oil and parts can cause burns. Use caution when operating this equipment. Do not overfill baskets which could cause hot oil to overflow. Some foods may cato oil to patter. Use caution when adding food to hot oil and lowering baskets into the fryers.

For Best Results 

  1. Place food into the basket(s).Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-9
    1. Fill the basket 1/3 to 1/2 full
    2. Distribute the food evenly in the basket
      NOTICE: Overfilling baskets could cause hot oil to overflow
  2. Carefully lower the basket(s) into the cooking oil.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-10
  3. When frying is complete, remove the basket(s) from the il  it the basket hook to allow excess oil to drain from the food.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-11
  4. Allow the excess oil to drain back into the well before transferring the food to a serving dish or holding area.
  5. PressVollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-6 to turn off the fryer.
  6. If using, place the night covers over the fryer wells when the fryer is not in use. Night covers are sold separatelyVollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-13

CLEANING

CAUTION
Burn Hazard Do not touch hot liquid or heating surfaces while the unit is heating or operating. Hot liquids and food can burn skin. Allow the hot liquid to cool before handling. Do not drop or spill water into hot oil as it will spray or splatter the hot oil out of the tank.

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard Keep water and other liquids from entering the inside of the equipment. The liquid inside the equipment could cause an electrical shock. Do not spray the unit or controls with water or cleaning products. Liquid could contact the electrical components and cause a short circuit or an electrical shock. Do not the use unit if the power cord is damaged or has been modified.

NOTICE: Hand wash only. Do not wash fryer components in a dishwasher.

NOTICE: Do not use abrasive materials, scratching cleansers, or scouring pads to clean the equipment. These can damage the finish.

  1. PressVollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-6 to turn off the fryer.
  2. Unplug the fryer. For fryers with two power cords, both cords must be unplugged.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-14
  3. Allow the fryer and oil to cool completely.
  4. Remove the baskets from the well.
  5. Wash the baskets in hot soapy water. Rinse thoroughly.
  6. Lift and rotate the fryer head, placing the pins into the notches as shown below. Allow the head to rest in this position for a minimum of four minutes to allow oil to drain from the fryer’s head into the well.
    NOTICE: Not waiting for the oil to drain could cause oil to drain onto the control panel or the area below the fryer. This could damage the controls and create a hazardous situation.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-15
  7. After all of the oil has drained from thfryer’ser head, rotate the head backward, placing the pins into the notches as shown below.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-16
  8. Remove the oil pan from the fryer.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-17
  9. Filter or discard the used oil.
  10. Clean the outside of the fryer with a soft cloth or sponge dipped in soapy water.
  11. Rinse the equipment thoroughly to remove any soap residue.
  12. Dry the equipment thoroughly

TROUBLESHOOTING

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TEMPERATURE SAFETY RESET SWITCH

This fryer is equipped with a safety feature that shuts off power to the fryer head if the oil temperature reaches 446 °F (260 °C). If the switch is activated, the condition that caused the activation needs to be corrected and the switch needs to be reset.

  1. Determine what caused the safety switch to activate and correct it. Possible causes include; dirty oil, low oil level, dirty fryer head, and fryer head not properly submerged in oil.
  2. Allow the oil to cool to 300 °F (149 °C) or lower.
  3. Remove the reset switch cover from the reset switch on the back of the fryer head. Press and release the reset button. Replace the reset switch cover.Vollrath-Cf2-1800-Standard-Duty-Electric-Countertop-Fryers-fig-20
  4. Contact Vollrath Technical Service if the switch continues to activate.

SERVICE AND REPAIR

Serviceable parts are available on vollrathfoodservice.com. To avoid serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the unit or replace a damaged power cord yourself. Do not send units directly to The Vollrath Company LLC. Please contact Vollrath Technical Services for instructions. When contacting Vollrath Technical Services, please be ready with the item number, model number (if applicable), serial number, and proof of purchase showing the date the unit was purchased.

WARRANTY

WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE VOLLRATH CO. L.L.C.
This warranty does not apply to products purchased for personal, family, or household use, and The Vollrath Company LLC does not offer a written warranty to purchasers for such uses. The Vollrath Company LLC warrants the products it manufactures or distributes against defects in materials and workmanship as specifically described in our full warranty statement. In all cases, the warranty runs from the date of the end user’s original purchase date found on the receipt. Any damages from improper use, abuse, modification, or damage resulting from improper packaging during return shipment for warranty repair will not be covered under warranty. For complete warranty information, product registration, and new product annoannouncementssit vollrathfoodservice.com.

The Vollrath Company, L.L.C. 1236 North 18th Street Sheboygan, WI 53081-3201 U.S.A.

  • Main Tel: 800.624.2051 or 920.457.4851
  • Main Fax: 800.752.5620 or 920.459.6573
  • Customer Service: 800.628.0830
  • Canada Customer Service: 800.695.8560

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