MTI-40E - Deep fryer AutoFry - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Commercial Ventless Deep Fryer
Model	AutoFry MTI-40E
Dimensions (L x W x H)	36" x 33" x 64"
Weight (net)	400 lbs
Shipping Dimensions (L x W x H)	36" x 45" x 70"
Shipping Weight	400 lbs
Material	304 Stainless Steel
Power Supply (1 Phase)	240 VAC, 12000 Watts, 50 Amps, Hardwire Only
Power Supply (3 Phase)	240 VAC, 12000 Watts, 28.9 Amps, NEMA 15-50 Plug
Oil Capacity	Approximately 40 lbs (fryer size)
Cooking Temperature Range	Up to 365°F (heating element cycles at 350-354°F)
Maximum Cook Time	29 minutes 59 seconds
Preset Programs	Up to 18 programmable preset cook cycles
Special Features	Temperature compensation, basket shake, melt cycle, boil-out, standby mode, clean mode
Safety Systems	Multiple safety switches (door, filter, grease baffle, fire damper, airflow), fire suppression system (NFPA 96 compliant), temperature sensors, fusible links
Ventless Operation	Yes, requires no external hood; uses charcoal filter and air recirculation
Charcoal Filter Replacement	Every 3 months; use only AutoFry supplied filters
Fire Suppression Inspection	Every 6 months by certified fire equipment company
Cleaning Schedule	Daily, weekly, quarterly, and semi-annual cleaning as recommended
Warranty	1 year full warranty on workmanship and materials; 3 years on controls (parts only)
Service Support	Phone: [phone] x.112

Frequently Asked Questions - MTI-40E AutoFry

Can I cook more than French fries in my AutoFry?

Yes, the AutoFry can prepare a wide variety of pre-cooked, frozen products such as chicken wings, onion rings, and mozzarella sticks.

How often should I change the oil?

Oil should be changed at least once a week, or more frequently depending on usage. Regular filtering can extend oil life. Use shortening test strips to monitor oil condition.

I hear a thump before and after food exits. Is something wrong?

No, this is normal. The thump is the Teflon cook basket contacting the cabinet to ensure all product is dispensed.

I entered an order but nothing came out. What happened?

Common causes: 1) Food was entered before the previous cycle completed (wait for 'READY'). 2) The Teflon cook basket is not installed correctly. Check basket rod seating in cam and receiver clip.

My customers complain of odor. What should I do?

Odor is often due to old or degraded oil or a clogged charcoal filter. Change oil more frequently and replace the charcoal filter every 3 months. Also ensure food is not falling into the oil pot.

The display shows 'NOT READY FOR 30 MINUTES' and beeps. What now?

Press the POWER button. If it persists, unplug the unit to reset. This error means oil temperature did not reach 325°F within 30 minutes. Check oil level, heater plug connections, and reset the high limit thermostat on the heater box.

Why is there oil on the inside floor?

Check if the drain valve is open, oil pot is overfilled, product has excessive ice or moisture, food chute is overfilled, or a second order was entered before the first dispensed. Splashing is normal during frying.

My food comes out oily and undercooked.

Verify the correct cook time is entered. The temperature probe may be dirty or have a poor connection; check the actual oil temperature with a separate thermometer. Clean the probe plug connection with acetone weekly.

How do I replace the charcoal filter?

Remove the filter cover plate (two plastic knobs), take out the old charcoal filter, and insert a new AutoFry replacement filter. Reinstall the cover plate. Replace every 3 months or sooner with high volume use.

What safety tests must be performed?

Every six months, test all safety switches (door, filter, grease baffle, fire damper, airflow) and have the fire suppression system inspected by a certified company. Replace fusible links (280°F in chamber, 212°B in stack) semi-annually.

USER MANUAL MTI-40E AutoFry

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AUTOFRY Operator's Manual

Model MTI-40E

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AUTOFRY

A Patented Product of

Motion Technology, Inc.

10 Forbes Road

Northborough, MA. 01532

Tel.: [phone]

508-460-9800

Fax: [phone]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF FIGURES ......2

SPECIFICATIONS....2

WARRANTY INFORMATION....3

GENERAL INFORMATION......4

SAFETY SYMBOLS......4

PREPARE ELECTRICAL SERVICE....5

PREPARE LOCATION....5

AUTOFRY INSTALLATION......6

INITIAL CLEANING....6

INSTALL CHARCOAL FILTER....7

ADD LIQUID SHORTENING....7

INSTALL TEFLON COOK BASKET 8

POWER......8

STARTING THE AUTOFRY....9

BEGIN COOKING ....10

DURING COOKING....10

AUTOFRY SHUT OFF....11

THE STANDBY BUTTON....12

REPEAT & MAXIMUM COOK TIME....12

CLEAN MODE....12

PROGRAMMING COOK TIMES ....13

TEMP COMPENSATION / SHAKE FEATURE / COUNTERS....14

MELT / BOIL OUT PARAMETERS....15

PERFORMING A BOIL OUT 16

RECOMMENDED CLEANING SCHEDULE....17

DAILY CLEANING....17

WEEKLY CLEANING....18

QUARTERLY CLEANING....18

CHARCOAL FILTER 19

SEMI-ANNUAL CLEANING & MAINTENANCE....19

SAFETY SYSTEM TEST ....20

COOKING OIL DISPOSAL 20

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 21 – 22

ERROR CODES & TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 23-26

MAINTENANCE LOG 27 – 29

WIRING DIAGRAM .... BACK PANEL OF AUTOFRY

OFS (OPTIONAL)...... SEE OFS MANUAL

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TABLE OF FIGURES

FIGURE 1A – FOOD ENTRY CHUTE....6

FIGURE 1B – REMOVING FOOD ENTRY CHUTE....6

FIGURE 2 – FILTER COVER PLATE....7

FIGURE 3 – FILTERS INSTALLED ....7

FIGURE 4 – DRAIN VALVES CLOSED....7

FIGURE 5 – COLD FILL / HOT FILL LINES ......7

FIGURE 6A – BASKET ROD & CAM....8

FIGURE 6B – BASKET ROD & RECEIVER CLIP....8

FIGURE 7 – COMPLETED BASKET INSTALLATION....8

FIGURE 8 – FUSIBLE LINK & CABLE ......15

FIGURE 9A – REMOVABLE STACK COVER & FIRE DAMPER....16

FIGURE 9B – FAN SECTION....16

FIGURE 10 – CHANGING THE CHARCOAL....17

Electrical Specicaons:

240 ACV Dedicated Grounded Circuit

MTI-40E MTI-40E 3 Phase

12000 Was, 1 Phase 12000 Was, 3 Phase

50 Amps 28.9 Amps

Hardwire Only NEMA 15-50 Plug

No plug supplied w/ 6FT Cord

Dedicated 60 AMP Grounded Circuit UL, cUL, CE & NSF UL, cUL, CE & NSF

Physical Specicaons:

Dimensions: Length = 36" x Width = 33" x Height = 64"

Clearances: Sides & Back = 0" - Top = 24" Minimum

Weight: 400 lbs.

Materials: 304 Stainless Steel

Shipping Dimensions: 36" x 45" x 70" - Shipping Weight: 400 lbs.

Moon Technology, Inc. supports the European Parliament Directive 2002/96/EC for recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

When your AUTOFRY has reached the end of its life DO NOT DISPOSE OF IT IN THE MUNICIPAL WASTE. Most of the materials used in its construcon can be recycled. Return to your distributor for preparaon and recycling.

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Moon Technology, Inc.

Limited Warranty

Nature of Warranty

This equipment is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects in workmanship and materials of construcon for one (1) full year beginning from the date of original retail purchase and subject to the limitaons set forth below. The controls package consisng of the main circuit board and keypad are warranted for three (3) years (parts only, excludes labor). Any part found to be defective during the warranty period will be replaced with new or rebuilt replacement parts free of charge by Moon Technology, Inc. (MTI). Shipping charges are the responsibility of the purchaser. Service labor is included for a period of one (1) full year beginning from the date of original retail purchase when performed by an authorized MTI service company or designated agent based on straight me rates for work performed during normal working hours. This labor coverage is limited to a y (50) mile radius (each way) and/or 1-hour travel me to a customer's locaon. Any and all other service travel charges will be the responsibility of the customer.

Scope of Warranty

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser for products purchased and retained in the 50 states of the U.S.A. and District of Columbia. This warranty shall not be eecve unless the equipment was purchased from a dealer or other person authorized by MTI to sell its equipment and it is not transferable.

Exclusions from Coverage

This warranty does not cover any damage to the equipment resulting from accident, misuse, abuse or negligence, failure to follow operang, cleaning and periodic maintenance instrucons, mishandling, alteraon, failure to install in strict conformity with local re and building codes and regulaons, ordinary wear and tear resulting from use, failure to change Iters using only manufacturers' supplied at the recommended intervals, or if the installaon does not comply with set-up and installaon instrucons or any other circumstance beyond the control of MTI.

The equipment shall not have been previously altered, repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by MTI to render such service.

How to Obtain Service

Nocaon of a defect in the material or workmanship of the equipment shall be to the MTI Factory Service Department at the number shown below or the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment. We want you to be a sased customer. If a problem does come up that cannot be resolved to your sasfacon, please let us know. Write to Service Manager, Moon Technology, Inc., 10 Forbes Road, Northborough, MA 01532. Please be sure to include the model number, serial number and the date of original purchase.

Exclusion of Incidental or Consequential Damage

Repair or replacement under this warranty is the purchaser's sole and exclusive remedy. Neither MTI nor the dealer from whom you are purchasing this equipment will be responsible for any and all incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of the equipment or from a breach of any expressed or implied warranty on this equipment. These warranes are in lieu of all other warranes, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to the implied warranes of merchantability or tness for a parcular purpose.

Legal rights of Warranty

Retain this warranty. It gives the purchaser specific legal rights. The purchaser may also have other rights which vary from state to state. MTI suggests that the dealer's dated bill of sale be retained as evidence of the date of purchase. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitaons on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitaons or exclusions may not apply to all purchasers.

Technical Service / Support: [phone] x. 112.

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General Notes:

These operang instrucons contain important informaon about the handling of the AutoFry. Read this informaon carefully before using. Keep this manual available for more informaon.

Safety Symbols:

CAUTION

Cauon - Important

Risk of Electric Shock

Danger of Slipping

Danger of Burning

Risk of Fire

Cauon - Hot

Operaon Instrucon

Designated Use:

• The AutoFry is designed for use in commercial kitchens.
- Follow safety instrucons!
• AutoFry should only be used by suitably trained sta.
• Operang Altude: 0 to 6562 feet.

Non-Designated Use:

• The nonobservance of the contents described in this manual can lead to damage or malfuncon of the AutoFry.
• Do NOT use or store the AutoFry outside. It will be damaged by rain or humidity.
• Do NOT touch the power cord with wet hands!
• Do NOT jam or bend the line cord.
• Do NOT turn the AutoFry on with low or no oil!
  • No children or disabled people should operate this appliance.
  • This appliance is not for connuous mass producon of food.
• This appliance is not to be cleaned with jet water or steam.
• No water should come in contact with the cooking oil.

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Set-up & Installaon:

The AutoFry comes from the factory complete with everything you need to start cooking except food and oil. Following these simple instrucons will have your AutoFry installed and ready to earn prots for you in as lile as 30 minutes.

Moon Technology, Inc. is not responsible for local requirements that additional equipment and / or appliances may be required for a food preparaon area in a store, which may include but not limited to Type II hood, vent fan, grease interceptors and addional sinks. Check with your local building and / or health departments for specic requirements.

Prepare Electrical Service:

A licensed electrician in accordance with the Naonal Electrical Code (NEC) and all local codes must install the electrical service. Do not remove or otherwise alter the factory supplied power cord or plug. Never each the AutoFry to an extension cord. Consult the idencaon tag for equipment waage and voltage.

Moon Technology, Inc. will not assume responsibility for any injuries or equipment malfuncons resulting from non-conforming electrical installaons.

Prepare your locaon:

Choose a locaon that is level. Adequate space must be provided so the AutoFry can be moved forward for service without interference.

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AutoFry Installaon:

CAUTION

You will need assistance to posion and install the AutoFry. The approximate weight is 400 pounds.

1. Remove and save the packing materials.

Be sure to inspect the AutoFry. It has le the factory in perfect condion and has been packaged to withstand rugged travel. In the event the machine is damaged during shipment nofy the carrier immediately and have the driver note it on the bill of lading.

2. Take out the removable components from inside the AutoFry.

• 2 Food Service Baskets
• 2 Teon Coated Baskets
• 1 Cleaning Brush

3. Place the AutoFry in posion.

• Make sure that nothing is placed on top of the AutoFry which could obstruct the exhaust system.
• Adequate space must be provided so the AutoFry can be moved forward for service without interference.

4. Inial Cleaning.

• Wash the Teon cook baskets and the food service baskets in warm soapy water followed by a clear water rinse.
• Remove each food entry chute by turning the food chute knob counterclockwise. Figure 1A.
• Separate the exit chutes from the food entry doors and wash in warm soapy water followed by a clear water rinse. Figure 1B.

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Figure 1A

5. Sanize the parts.

• All parts must be sanized.
• Reassemble and reinstall the clean, dry parts.

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Figure 1B

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6. Install the Charcoal Filter.

• Remove the lter cover plate from the back interior wall of the cooking chamber by removing the two black plasc knobs securing the cover plate. Figure 2.
• Remove the charcoal lter from the plasc bag. Insert it into the tracks above the grease bae. Figure 3.
• Reinstall the iter cover plate and turn the iter cover knobs clockwise unl hand ght. Figure 2.

The grease bae has small holes along one side of the frame.

These drain holes must be facing down for the Iters to eciently drain and clean the air. Figure 3.

Figure 2

Figure 3

7. Sanize the interior.

- All interior surfaces must be sanized.

8. Add commercial grade frying oil.

• Ensure the drain valves (located by opening the lower cabinet doors) are closed. Figure 4.
• Add oil to the oil pot. Fill to the lower ll line stamped on the interior of the oil pot. Figure 5.

Figure 4

It is easier and safer to add cool oil to the oil pot than it is to remove hot oil. When heated, the oil will expand.

Over lling will result in excessive splashing. Under lling will result in under cooked food or poor and erratic temperature readings. Extreme low oil levels could cause smoking.

Older or degraded oil has a reduced ash & smoke point. Follow the oil manufacturers recommendaons for oil use.

NEVER operate the AutoFry with low or no oil!

Figure 5

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9. Install the Teon Cook Basket.

• Insert the at end of the basket rod into the slot in the basket cam located on the back wall of the cook chamber. Figure 6A.
• Install the round end of the basket rod into the receiver clip on the inside front of the cook chamber. Figure 6B.

Figure 6A

Figure 6B

IMPORTANT

The completed installaon will have the basket posioned at an angle above the oil pot. Figure 7. This is normal.

Do not force the basket down into the oil pot or damage to the basket motor will result.

When adding oil, remove the Teon cook basket. Never use the basket as a rest for the oil container.

Industrial cooling unit with two large metal cooling units emitting heat (no visible text or symbols)

Figure 7

10. Power.

• Close and lock the main door.
• Plug the AutoFry into the properly rated, grounded outlet.

You are now ready to start cooking!

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Let's Get Cooking!

Starng the AutoFry

• With the main door closed and locked, press the POWER buon.
• The exhaust fan will start and the oil will begin heang. WAIT...HEATING, the ame icon and the current oil temperature will be displayed.
• When the oil temperature reaches 250^ F, the Teon cook basket will complete one test cycle. You will hear the basket hing the side wall of the AutoFry. This is normal.

WAIT... HEATING

82^ F

When the oil temperature reaches 300^ F, press POWER to turn the AutoFry o. Unlock and open the main door to check the oil level. Use cauon, interior components will be hot. Add oil, if necessary, to the hot II line. Close and lock the main door and press POWER to restart. The AutoFry will complete another test cycle.

- It takes 15 – 20 minutes to heat the oil to 354°F. When the oil reaches the minimum cooking temperature of 325°F the display will show READY. You can begin cooking now, however, we recommend you wait until the temperature reaches 354°F.

READY

354^ F

Although the heang element is programmed to stop at 350^-354^ , the oil temperature can go as high as 365^ due to the circulaon of the oil in the oil pot.

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Begin Cooking

READY

02:30

START

During Cooking

WAIT... COOKING

02:10

READY

354^ F

Note:

Do NOT open the front entry chute aer the mer counts down. The basket could be in moon and damage to the basket motor will result.

The food chute should only be opened when the display shows READY; or when the mer is sll counng down.

Cooking with AutoFry is as simple as

1-2-3

1. Enter a cook me by pressing buons 0-9 on the keypad.

To cook for 2 minutes and 30 seconds: press 2, 3 and 0.

The display will read 02:30. If you enter the wrong me, press CLEAR and re-enter your cook me. Most food products will have recommended cook mes printed on their packaging. Use those mes as a starng point.

1. Open the food entry door and place the food in the food chute.

2. Close the food chute to drop the food into the cook basket and press START.

To cancel a cook cycle, press CLEAR. You will be prompted to press CLEAR again to conrm. Note that this will cause a dump cycle to occur.

■ WAIT...COOKING will be displayed. The basket containing the food will automatically lower into the oil and the cook me will begin to count down.

If you have Comp set to YES you may noce the me on the display slow down. The cooking logic built into the AutoFry compensates for the drop in oil temperature so your product comes out perfect every me.

- At the end of the cook cycle the basket will raise out of the oil and drain for 12 seconds. WAIT... will be displayed.

- At the end of the drain cycle the basket will dispense the food down the exit chute. You will hear the basket hing the side wall. The dispense cycle is repeated to ensure all the food is emped from the basket.

- The basket will return to the ready posion; the display will show READY and 4 quick beeps will signal the AutoFry is ready for the next order.

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AutoFry Shut O Procedure:

Press POWER

- The display will dim, OFF at 192°F will be displayed and the oil will begin to cool.

The oil will remain hot for a long period. To assure connuous air cleaning, the exhaust fan will run for 2 hours or unl the oil temperature falls below 192°F.

OFF AT 192 °F

354^ F

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Standby

STANDBY is used during o peak hours to conserve energy and maximize oil life.

To Use:

- Press STANDBY. STANDBY will appear on the display.

The heang element will shut o and the oil will cool to, and maintain at, 300°F.

To Exit:

• Press CLEAR to heat the oil to the ready temperature. OR
• Press POWER to turn the AutoFry o.

STANDBY cannot be entered during a cook cycle and cook cycle cannot be started while the AutoFry is in STANDBY.

Repeat Cook Time

- Press START and your last cook me will be repeated.

This may be useful if you have a single product menu or mul-product menu with identical cook mes.

Maximum Cook Time

The AutoFry has a maximum cook me of 29 minutes and 59 seconds.

Clean Mode

To remove debris from the oil pot the clean mode will move the basket into the dispense posion.

To Use:

• Press POWER to turn the AutoFry o.
• Press and hold the STANDBY buon for 5 seconds.
• CLEAN MODE will be displayed; the basket will raise to the dispense posion and hold there.

To Exit:

• Press and hold the STANDBY buon for 5 seconds.
• The basket will return to the ready posion and the AutoFry will turn o.

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Programming

Entering the programming mode:

1. Press POWER to turn the AutoFry o.
2. Press the 2 and 0 together.

PASSWORD FOR ALL PROGRAMMING:

2

2

2

START

The following parameters can now be accessed:

System Programming

1. Presets
2. Counters
3. Parameters
4. Tests

Presets:

The presets let you program up to 18 preset cook cycles. It is a good idea to write down your most commonly used cook mes prior to programming the AutoFry.

Press 1 to enter the presets. The following will appear:

Program Preset 0

1
2 Cook
3 Comp
4 Shake
0:00
Yes
Yes

Preset 0 is the manual cook cycle and will show the last cook me manually entered. Only the temperature compensaon and the basket shake features can be changed in preset 0.

Use the ARROWS to move through presets 1 through 18. The presets allow you to enter a product name, a cook me, edit the temperature compensaon and the basket shake feature.

To change parameters, do the following:

START

To change text:

• Press 1 to edit the preset name.
• Press the ARROWS to posion the cursor.
• Press the 1 or 2 key to change the character.
• Press CLEAR to blank out a character and advance to the next posion.
• Press START to save the changes.

To change comp:

• Press 3 to edit comp.
• Press any digit to change the value from Yes to No.
• Press START to save the changes.

To change me:

• Press 2 to edit the preset me.
• Press CLEAR to zero the values.
• Enter desired me.
• Press START to save the changes.

To change shake:

• Press 4 to edit the shake feature.
  • To turn o, press CLEAR then START.
• To turn on, press CLEAR then enter :15 or :30 seconds.
• Press START to save the changes.

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Temperature Compensaon (Comp):

This feature compensates for the drop in oil temperature when food is cooking. It automatically adjusts the cook me so your product comes out perfect every me.

Shake Feature:

This feature shakes the basket every :15 or :30 seconds during a cook cycle for less scking and a higher quality cooked product.

Program Preset 1

1

French Fries

2

Cook

2:30

3

Comp

Yes

4

Shake

Yes

To exit the programming mode:

- Press the POWER key from any level until the display is turned o.

Using the presets:

• Press and hold for 1 second the buon (1-9) that corresponds to the desired preset.
• The display will show the name of the preset.
• Place the selected food product into the food entry chute, close the chute and press START.
• The display will count down from the preset me.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

OR

• Use the ARROW keys to scroll through the presets to the desired preset.
• The display will show the name of the preset.
• Place the selected food product into the food entry chute, close the chute and press START.
  • The display will count down from the preset me.

Counters:

The counters allow you to view how many cook cycles have been entered for each preset and the manual cycle. This feature can be useful for inventory control.

Access the count feature from the System Programming screen by pressing 2.

To reset the count press CLEAR. All Cycles and All Hours cannot be cleared.

To exit the count screen press POWER until the display turns o.

Manual

0

Cycles:

0000

0.0%

0

Hours:

0000

0.0%

All Cycles:

0000

0000

All Hours:

0000

0000

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Melt:

If using a solid shortening this feature will cycle the heang element on and o unl it reaches a set temperature and is completely melted. This eliminates air pockets around the element which could cause excessive temperatures at exposed seconds of the heang element.

To turn the Melt Cycle On:

At the system programming screen press 3 to enter Parameters. You will be prompted to enter a password. Press 2,2,2 and then START

The system parameter screen will be displayed. Press 1 for Temperature Parameters. Press 6 to enter the Melt / Boil Parameters. The melt cycle is defaulted to OFF. Press 1 and then any key to turn it from NO to YES. Press START to save the change. Press POWER several mes until the display goes blank.

Melt Cycle Parameters:

1. Melt Enabled Yes / No
2. Melted At 150°F (adjustable from 100 – 300°F)
3. Heat On 7 (adjustable from 1 – 10 Seconds)
4. Heat O 8 (adjustable from 5 – 30 Seconds)

System Programming

1. Presets
2. Counters
3. Parameters
4. Tests
5. English

Temp Parameters

1 Cook 370°F
2 Standby 140°F
3 Cool Down 192°F
4 Hysteresis 5 Celsius No
5 Celsius 6 Melt / Boil

Melt / Boil Parameters

1 Melt Enabled No
2 Melted At 150°F
3 Heat On Time 7 4 Heat Off Time 8
4 Heat Off Time 8 5 Rail Tamps 105°F
5 Boil Temp 195 F 6 Boil Time 15:00

Boil Out:

The Boil Out cycle will boil water for a set amount of me and then shut o automacally. Adding a cleaning agent such as Boil Out Pucks will improve the eecveness.

To Start the Boil Out Cycle:

With the AutoFry turned o press and release the START buon, then within two seconds press the POWER buon.

To Cancel:

Press CLEAR

Boil Out Parameters:

1. Boil Temp. 195°F (adjustable from 190 – 212°F)
2. Boil Time 15:00 (adjustable from 5:00 – 25:00 minutes)

START

POWER

CLEAR

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Performing a Boil Out:

Wear Rubber Gloves and Protective Eye Wear Add Fryer Puck tablets according to size of fryer:

Rao: 1 Tablet (4 oz.) - 40# Fryer

2 Tablets (8 oz.) - 75# Fryer

1. Drain old oil and close drain valves.
2. Fill oil pot with water to ll line.
3. With the unit o, press START and then POWER within two seconds.
4. Unit will begin to heat to desired set point. (Preset at 195^ F, parameters are between 190 – 212^ F).
5. The main door should remain closed until the boil out process is completed.
6. Enter one boil out puck per side. Boil out pucks should be entered in through the front entry chute. (Chutes can be opened or closed, it will not act the process.)
7. Once the temp is reached the mer will begin to count down.
8. Allow unit to cool for 15 - 20 min.
9. Drain water.
10. Clean / sanize cook chamber / oil pot.

\*DO NOT MIX WITH OTHER CLEANING AGENTS OR CHEMICALS\*

Emergency & First Aid Procedures:

DANGER: May cause burns. May be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes and mucus membranes or prolonged contact with skin. CORROSIVE – Contains Sodium Hydroxide.

FIRST AID:

EYES: Flush immediately with lots of running water for at least 15 minutes holding eyelids open. Get medical aenon.

SKIN: Product is alkaline. Wash with water. Connue to rinse unl no longer slippery.

INTERNAL: Drink large quanes of water or milk. Do Not Induce Voming.

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Recommended Cleaning Schedule

IMPORTANT

To ensure compliance with state, local and naonal health and safety standards, regular maintenance must be performed. Proper maintenance is important for your AutoFry to connue to operate without the need for a hood and duct system and it is important for the health and safety of your c

Regular oil changing, as part of your regular maintenance, will enhance the taste of your food product. Oil changing will vary widely depending on the use of the AutoFry. The use of a shortening monitor kit is the most accurate means of determining the status of the oil.

Visit www.AutoFryWebStore.com for dierent Oil Filtraon opons!

Daily Cleaning

1. Remove and wash the following in warm soapy water followed by a clear water rinse:

2. Teon cook baskets

3. Food entry chutes
4. Food service baskets
5. Filter cover plate

6. Grease bae

7. Thoroughly dry all parts.

8. Remove the charcoal lter and wipe down the exterior surfaces with a clean damp cloth or

paper towel.

CAUTION

NEVER SOAK THE CHARCOAL FILTER OR PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE CHARCOAL MEDIA WILL RESULT.

1. Clean all interior surfaces to bare metal.

Use extreme cauon when cleaning around the re system actuaon cables and fusible link in the interior cabinet. Accidental discharge of the fire system could result. Figure 8.

Figure 8

1. Sanize all parts and interior surfaces.
2. Polish the exterior surfaces using AutoFry shine stainless steel polish and a so cloth.
3. Replace the clean dry components and add liquid shortening as needed.

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1. Repeat Daily Cleaning

2. Remove the heater box assembly.

DO NOT SPRAY OR SUBMERGE THE HEATER BOX IN LIQUID! USE CAUTION WHEN CLEANING AROUND THE TEMPERATURE PROBES!

1. Remove the oil pot.

- Discard the oil in an environmentally safe manner.

- Clean all surfaces to bare metal.

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1. Clean all interior surfaces to bare metal.
2. Sanize all parts and interior surfaces.
3. Check the re extinguisher gauge. If the indicator is not in the green the unit must be serviced immediately.
4. Check the spray nozzles and blow o caps. Replace if necessary.

Quarterly Cleaning and Maintenance

Disconnect (unplug) the AutoFry from the main power.

1. Perform weekly cleaning roune.
2. Remove and clean to bare metal the removable stack / re damper and fan secon with a clean, dry cloth or absorbent paper towels. Figures 9A & 9B.

BE SURE THE AUTOFRY IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER BEFORE CLEANING THE FAN OR DAMAGE TO THE CIRCUIT BOARD OR INJURY COULD OCCUR.

Close-up of a metallic electronic component with red circular markers highlighting specific areas (no readable text or symbols)

Figure 9A

1. Remove Iters and clean the enre interior to bare metal.
2. Reinstall the clean dry stack cover / re damper.
3. Replace the Iters.

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Figure 9B

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IMPORTANT

Charcoal Filter

In order for the AutoFry to connue to perform as a ventless cooking appliance the acvated charcoal MUST be changed at least every three months. This maintenance is required by your equipment warranty and requirements for ventless recirculang cooking appliances.

While replacing the acvated charcoal lter is easy, there will be some charcoal dust present. Replacing the charcoal lter should be performed away from your food preparaon areas.

- Remove the used acvated charcoal and replace with a new charcoal. Figure 10.

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Figure 10

Use replacement charcoal Iters supplied by AutoFry. Filters can be ordered by calling 1-800-348-2976 x.154 or at www.AutoFryWebStore.com.

Semi-Annual Cleaning and Maintenance

Fire Suppression System

IMPORTANT

An Inspecon of the re suppression system must be performed every six months in order to comply with NFPA 96, NFPA 17A and UL 710B. A cered re equipment maintenance company must perform this inspecon.

Consult your re suppression manual that has been supplied with the AutoFry for details on the inspecon and re-charge instrucons.

The fusible links and s-hooks located in the cook chamber and exhaust stack must be replaced semi-annually.

WHEN REPLACING FUSIBLE LINKS, YOU MUST USE THE SAME RATED LINKS OR THE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM MAY NOT WORK AS DESIGNED! COOKING CHAMBER: 280°K Fusible Link FIRE DAMPER: 212°B Fusible Link

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Safety System Test

The safety system must be tested at least every six months. A qualified equipment repair technician following these instrucons should perform this inspecon.

These tests must be started with a full oil pot of clean, cool oil.

1. Open the main door of the AutoFry and press POWER.

2. The keypad will display SAFETY SWITCH FRONT DOOR and the AutoFry will connuously beep.

3. Remove each of the following components one at a me.

4. Filter Cover Plate

5. Grease Bae
6. Charcoal Filter

7. Removable Fire Damper

8. Close the main door and press POWER.

- The keypad will display SAFETY SWITCH and the individual switch that is open.

1. Aer verifying a switch go to the next one until you have verified that all safety switches are working properly.

The AutoFry is equipped with an airrow switch which must be tested for proper funcon.

1. With the Iters installed and the main door closed, press POWER on the keypad.

2. Using a at piece of cardboard or 1/4" plywood, completely block the exhaust ow at the redamper / stack cover.

3. The exhaust fan will operate for a short period. The switch will open due to the lack of airrow and the keypad will display SAFETY SWITCH AIRFLOW.

4. If the oil is above 192^ the fan will connue to operate unl the oil cools.

Cooking Oil Disposal

Cooking oil must be disposed of in accordance with naonal, state and local regulaons.

Included with this manual is a maintenance log to be signed and dated aer the compleon of daily, weekly and quarterly maintenance and tesng. Your local or state health and safety inspectors may require this log to be posted in a noceable locaon.

Safety 354°F

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Frequently Asked Quesons

Q: Can I cook more than French fries in my AutoFry?

A: Yes. The AutoFry can prepare a wide variety of products. For best results, we recommend pre-cooked, frozen products.

Q: How oen should I change my oil?

A: That depends on what and how much product you are cooking, along with the type of oil you are using. Generally, your oil should be changed at least once a week or as oen as you feel necessary to keep your food tasng fresh. Regular Itering may extend the life of the oil. The use of shortening test strips will prove useful in determining the oil condion.

Q: I hear a thump just before and just aer the food exits the AutoFry. Is there something wrong?

A: Nothing is wrong with the AutoFry. The sound you are hearing is the Teon cook basket contacting the cabinet to ensure all product is dispensed.

Q: I've entered an order of food and nothing came out.

A: The two most common reasons are:

1. The food was entered before the previous cook cycle was completed. Remember to wait for "READY" to appear on the display before entering the next order.

2. The Teon cook basket was not installed or not installed correctly.

See Troubleshoong Guide on pages 23 - 26.

Q: My customers are complaining of odor. What is wrong?

A: Nothing is wrong with the AutoFry. It is simply me to change or add oil or the charcoal liter needs to be changed. Occasionally food product may miss the basket during entry and end up in the oil pot. If this happens, it will over cook the product and cause excess odor and errac temperature readings. Also, it may be the oil you are using. Some oils are more fragrant than others.

Q: I am in the middle of my lunchme rush and the keypad shows "NOT READY FOR 30 MINUTES" and the AutoFry is beeping. What should I do?

A: First press the POWER buon. If this display does not clear, un-plug the AutoFry to silence the beeping and clear the display. Plug the AutoFry back in and press the POWER buon. The error code simply means the oil temperature has not reached 325^ F within 30 minutes. It could be the result of a low oil level or a poor conncon on the heater plug on the underside of the heater box. Check to see if the high limit on the underside of the heater box has not tripped. See page 6, gure 1.

Q: There is a lot of oil on the inside oor of the AutoFry. Is the oil pot leaking?

A: Though not impossible, it is unlikely that the oil pot is leaking. Check the following rst:

• Is the drain valve open?
• Is the oil pot over lled?
- Does your product contain a lot of ice? Excessive ice will cause boil over.
- Does the product contain a high level of water?
- Are you overlling the food entry chute?
- Are you entering a second order before the rst order has dispensed?
Although the AutoFry is fully enclosed it is a deep fryer and splashing of oil is normal.

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Q: Why does my food come out oily and under cooked?

A: First, check that you have entered the correct cook me. It may be the temperature sensing plug has become damaged or has a poor conncon with grease. This will cause the temperature to misread. Check the actual oil temperature with a separate thermometer to verify it is accurate.

Q: My display is showing BASKET MOTOR ERROR and COULD NOT FIND HOME or COULD NOT LEAVE HOME.

A: Press the POWER buon or un-plug the AutoFry. This will clear the display and silence the beeping. These are error messages for the basket motor. One of several things could cause these messages:

• The Teon cook basket is not properly installed. Be sure the basket rod is seated correctly in the basket cam and the receiver clip.
• A power interrupon during a cook cycle. Remove the basket, run the unit through a short cook cycle then replace the basket.
• Although the basket motor is very durable, it is a moving part. All moving parts are subject to malfuncon. If this is the case, please call the AutoFry service department.

Q: The keypad on the AutoFry displays TEMPERATURE ERROR.

A: Press the POWER buon or un-plug the AutoFry. This will clear the display and silence the beeping.

• OPEN PROBE: Check the probe connecons for a loose or damaged conncon.
• TEMP TOO HIGH: The circuit senses a temperature higher than 401^ F. Check for loose, dirty or damaged plug connexons.
• NOT READY FOR 30 MINUTES: Oil temperature fails to reach the minimum temperature of 325^ F. Wait for the temperature to get above 325^ F before entering the next order. Check for loose, dirty or damaged plug conncons. Press the reset buon for the high limit thermostat on the boom of the heater box.
• EXCESSIVE CHANGE: Any time the oil temperature actuates by 50°F in a ve second period, this error will be displayed. Check the oil level and add if necessary.

See Troubleshoong Guide on pages 23 - 26.

If the errors connue, please call the AutoFry Service Department at 1-800-348-2976 x.112.

Our Service Technicians will always aempt to correct the problem over the phone. If this is not possible, a service company in your area will be contacted and dispatched to your locaon.

UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE ON THE AUTOFRY MAY VOID THE WARRANTY!

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Problem	Error Code	Probable Cause	Solution	Notes
Not heating / temp. dropping (displaying room temperature)	- Temp. Error – Not Ready for 30 Minutes	- Hi limit tripped- Dirty / damaged heater plug connection- Dirty / low oil	- Press reset under heater- Clean / replace plugs- Filter / change oil	- Low / dirty oil will cause the hi limit to trip.- Dirty plugs can disrupt voltage to the heater or cause the hi limit to trip
Temperature fluctuation (temp. fluctuation of 5-10°F is normal)	- Temp. Error – Excessive Change- Temp. Error – Open Probe- Temp. Error – Temp Too High	- Low oil level- Dirty / damaged probe plug connection- Overloading basket- Not allowing proper recovery time	- Change / add oil.- Clean / replace plugs- Be sure not to cook more than your AutoFry models capacity- Allow temp. to recover before entering next batch	- Dirty / greasy plug connections can cause the temp. to fluctuate or give false readings.- Cleaning the plug connection on a weekly basis with a q-tip and acetone will prevent poor connections.
Basket not dumping product	- Basket Motor Error – Could Not Leave Home- Basket Motor Error – Could Not Find Home	- Basket out of adjustment- Product sticking to basket- Basket cam loose- Blown secondary fuse- Damaged motor / gear box	- Adjust basket rod- Teflon worn, replace basket- Check / tighten basket cam- Check / replace fuse- Replace motor assembly	- Go to www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTV3dn8-5jc to watch basket adjustment instructional video.- The basket should sit above the oil pot at a slight angle (2.5-3" above). If the basket is out of position, damage to the gear box will result.
Product going underneath basket	- Basket Motor Error – Could Not Leave Home- Basket Motor Error – Could Not Find Home	- Basket out of adjustment- Product entered before display shows ready	- Adjust basket rod- Always wait until display shows ready before opening entry chute	- Go to www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTV3dn8-5jc to watch basket adjustment instructional video.- The basket should sit above the oil pot at a slight angle (2.5-3" above). If the basket is out of position, damage to the gear box will result.
Basket falling out of bracket	- Basket Motor Error – Could Not Leave Home- Basket Motor Error – Could Not Find Home	- Opening entry chute before the unit displays ready- Basket not fully seated in receiver clip- Basket out of adjustment	- Always wait until display shows ready before opening entry chute- Adjust basket rod	- Go to www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTV3dn8-5jc to watch basket adjustment instructional video.- The basket should sit above the oil pot at a slight angle (2.5-3" above). If the basket is out of position, damage to the gear box will result.

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Problem	Error Code	Probable Cause	Solution	Notes
Outside of AutoFry is hot to touch	- Safety Switch – Airflow	- Charcoal filter still in plastic- Charcoal filter clogged- Exhaust fan blocked or not running	- Remove charcoal filter plastic- Replace charcoal filter- Clean / replace fan	- Charcoal filter must be changed at least every three months to maintain proper ventilation. Sconer with high volume locations.
Strong odor from AutoFry	- N/A	- Charcoal filter clogged- Exhaust fan blocked or not running- Dirty oil	- Replace charcoal filter- Clean / replace fan- Filter / change oil	- Cooking oil is the biggest factor in regard to odor. Some oils are much more fragrant than others.- Charcoal filter must be changed at least every three months to maintain proper ventilation. Sconer with high volume locations.
Excess condensation on exterior / interior	- Safety Switch – Airflow	- Charcoal filter still in plastic- Charcoal filter clogged- Exhaust fan blocked / not running- Excessive product moisture- Door gasket worn	- Remove charcoal filter plastic- Replace charcoal filter- Clean / replace fan- Reduce ice / moisture in product- Replace gasket	- Fresh products with excess moisture will produce excess condensation.- Charcoal filter must be changed at least every three months to maintain proper ventilation. Sconer with high volume locations.
Excess oil underneath oil pot	- N/A	- Drain valve open / blocked- High oil level- Excessive product moisture- Dirty oil- Overloading basket- Oil pot leaking	- Close / clean / replace valve- Lower oil level- Reduce ice / moisture in product- Filter / change oil- Replace oil pot	- Dirty oil is prone to surge boiling.- Products with excessive ice / moisture can cause oil to boil over.- Clean the interior regularly.
Display blue	- N/A	- Excess moisture on display board- Poor ribbon cable connection	- Remove display and set aside to dry- Replace charcoal filter- Check / replace silicone seal around display compartment- Replace display	- Typically caused from poor ventilation.- Charcoal filter must be changed at least every three months to maintain proper ventilation. Sconer with high volume locations.

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Problem	Error Code	Probable Cause	Solution	Notes
AutoFry won't turn on	- N/A	- Tripped breaker- Blown fuses	- Reset breaker- Check / replace fuses- Trace voltage to circuit board	- There are four fuses in the back of the AutoFry. Check all four. If the problem continues contact technical support.
AutoFry shut off in the middle of cook cycle	- N/A	- Basket jammed- Motor / gearbox jammed- Blown fuses	- Remove basket, turn on and cycle without basket- Check / replace motor assembly- Check / replace fuses	- If the basket comes out of its normal position and jams, it will likely over Amp, causing the secondary fuses to blow.
Don't hear fan running	- Safety Switch - Airflow	- Charcoal filter clogged- Exhaust fan blocked / not running	- Replace charcoal filter- Clean / replace fan	- The exhaust fan should run anytime the oil is hot and/or trying to heat.- The fan will continue to run until the oil cools below 192°F.
Safety Switch - Front Door	- Safety Switch - Front Door	- Front door open- Door gasket worn- Switch gummed with grease- Switch failed	- Close door, turn AutoFry off then on again.- Check / replace door gasket- Clean switch of grease- Check / replace switch	- All switches are normally open. Switch should be closed for normal operation. Check switch for continuity.
Safety Switch - Charcoal Filter	- Safety Switch - Charcoal Filter	- Charcoal filter not installed- Charcoal filter dented, not making contact- Filter cover plate not tight- Switch gummed with grease- Switch failed	- Install charcoal filter- Check / replace charcoal filter- Tighten filter cover plate- Clean switch of grease- Check / replace switch	- All switches are normally open. Switch should be closed for normal operation. Check switch for continuity.
Safety Switch - Mesh Filter	- Safety Switch - Mesh Filter	- Mesh filter not installed- Mesh filter dented, not making contact- Filter cover plate not tight- Switch gummed with grease- Switch failed	- Install mesh filter- Check / replace mesh filter- Tighten filter cover plate- Clean switch of grease- Check / replace switch	- All switches are normally open. Switch should be closed for normal operation. Check switch for continuity.

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Problem	Error Code	Probable Cause	Solution	Notes
Safety Switch – Grease Baffle	- Safety Switch – Grease Baffle	- Grease baffle not installed- Grease baffle dented, not making contact- Filter cover plate not tight- Switch gummed with grease- Switch failed	- Install grease baffle- Check / replace grease baffle- Tighten filter cover plate- Clean switch of grease- Check / replace switch	- All switches are normally open. Switch should be closed for normal operation. Check switch for continuity.
Safety Switch – Filter Cover Plate	- Safety Switch – Filter Cover Plate	- Filter cover plate on backwards- Filter cover plate not tight- Switch gummed with grease- Switch failed	- Install filter cover plate correctly- Tighten filter cover plate- Clean switch of grease- Check / replace switch	- All switches are normally open. Switch should be closed for normal operation. Check switch for continuity.
Safety Switch – Fire System	- Safety Switch – Fire System	- Fire System discharged- Fire System low pressure- Switch failed	- Call fire equipment company for service	- Fire suppression system must be serviced every six months by a licensed fire equipment company.
Safety Switch – Fire Damper	- Safety Switch – Fire Damper	- Fire damper not installed- Fire damper dented, not making contact- Switch gummed with grease- Switch has failed	- Install fire damper- Check / replace fire damper- Clean switch of grease- Check / replace switch	- All switches are normally open. Switch should be closed for normal operation. Check switch for continuity.
Basket hits against side wall	- N/A	- This is normal	- This is normal	- The basket will hit against the side wall twice to ensure all product has dumped.

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Maintenance Log

DATE	Oil Changed	Weekly Cleaning	Quarterly Cleaning	Charcoal Filter Replaced	Second Filter Replaced	Stack Cover / Fire Damper	Semi - Annual Fire Inspection	Safety System Test	Signature

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Maintenance Log

DATE	Oil Changed	Weekly Cleaning	Quarterly Cleaning	Charcoal Filter Replaced	Second Filter Replaced	Stack Cover / Fire Damper	Semi - Annual Fire Inspection	Safety System Test	Signature

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Maintenance Record