Changing the Filter Envelope

Burn Risk

Use protective cloth or glove when disconnecting the filter union or severe burns could result. If the filter pan is moved while full of oil, use care to prevent splashing, or severe burns could result.

NOTICE -

Thoroughly dry all filter pan components before assembly.

The filter envelope should be changed after 10-12 filterings, or whenever it becomes clogged with crumbs. Proceed as follows:

  1. Move the COOK/PUMP switch to the OFF position.

  2. Remove and empty the condensation filter pan.

  3. Disconnect the filter union and remove the filter filter pan from beneath the vat.

  4. Lift the filter screen assembly from the filter pan.

  5. Wipe the oil and crumbs from the filter pan. Clean the filter pan with soap and water. Thoroughly rinse with hot water.

  6. Unthread the standpipe from the filter screen assembly.

  7. Remove the crumb catcher and clean thoroughly with hot water.

  8. Remove the filter clips and discard the filter envelope.

  9. Clean the top and bottom filter screen with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly with hot water.

  10. Assemble the top filter screen to the bottom filter screen.

  11. Slide the screens into a clean filter envelope.

  12. Fold the corners in and then double fold the open end.

  13. Clamp the envelope in place with the two filter retaining clips.

  14. Replace the crumb catcher screen on top of the filter paper. Screw on the standpipe assembly.

  15. Place complete filter screen assembly back into filter pan and slide pan back into place beneath the fryer.

  16. Connect the filter union by hand. Do not use a wrench to tighten.

  17. Slide the condensation filter pan back into place.

    The fryer is now ready to operate.