Page 2 - IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -2- IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR PERSONNEL QUALIFIED TO INSTALL GAS EQUIPMENT, WHO SHOULD PERFORM THE INITIAL FIELD START-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS OF THE EQUIPMENT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL. POST IN A PROMINENT L...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -3- TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY………………………………………. 2 INTRODUCTION…………………………………………………………… 4 GENERAL…………………………………………………………… 4 ORDERING PARTS………………………………………………… 4 FRYER CAPACITIES………………………………………………. 4 UNPACKING……………………………………...
Page 4 - INTRODUCTION; GENERAL; ORDERING PARTS; FRYER CAPACITY; UNPACKING
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -4- INTRODUCTION GENERAL Vulcan Fryers are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper installation, usage and maintenance will result in years of satisfactory performance. Before installing the fryer, thoroughly read this ...
Page 5 - PLUS®; INSTALLATION
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -5- Check that the following have been included: Crumb Rack(s) Basket Hanger(s) Tank Brush Adjustable Casters (4) two locking, two non-locking for freestanding fryers. Fryer Batteries with the KleenScreen PLUS ® Filtration Sys...
Page 6 - CODES AND STANDARDS; In the United States:
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -6- Clearances: Minimum clearance from combustible construction: 6” (15 cm) from the sides of the fryer 6” (15 cm) from the back of the fryer The fryer may be installed on combustible floors. Minimum clearance from noncombustible ...
Page 7 - ASSEMBLY; Vapor Removal from Cooking Equipment
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -7- National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA. 02169-7471. In the commonwealth of Massachusetts all gas appliances ...
Page 8 - GAS CONNECTION; All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound must be; Prior to lighting, check all joints in the gas supply line for leaks.
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -8- GAS CONNECTION All gas supply connections and any pipe joint compound must be resistant to the action of propane gases. The gas inlet is located on the lower rear of the fryer. Codes require that a gas shutoff valve be installed i...
Page 9 - The fryer must be installed with the casters provided.; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -9- When installing a quick disconnect you must also install a means for limiting the movement of the fryer. This device will prevent the gas line or quick disconnect from being strained. The restraining device should be attached to...
Page 10 - LEVELING THE FRYER; Hot oil and parts can cause burns. Use care when operating,; OVER-TEMPERATURE SHUTDOWN; Do not use chlorine or sulfate/sulfide cleaners.
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -10- LEVELING THE FRYER Check the level of the fryer by placing a level on top of the fryer after gas connections have been made. Ensure that the fryer is level front-to-back and side-to-side in the final installed position. If using ...
Page 11 - FILLING TANK WITH SHORTENING; Close the drain valve.; BASIC FRYING INSTRUCTION; Fry items that are the same size to ensure equal doneness.
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -11- FILLING TANK WITH SHORTENING Close the drain valve. Fill the fryer tank with shortening. Vulcan recommends using liquid shortening. Shortening level should be between the MIN and MAX lines in the fryer tank. Shortening wi...
Page 12 - Fry Basket Capacity:; EXTENDING SHORTENING LIFE
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -12- Fry Basket Guidelines Do not overfill baskets. (See fry basket capacity below) Carefully lower basket into oil. When frying doughnuts and fritters, turn product only once during frying. When cooking French fries or onion ri...
Page 13 - TURNING ON THE FRYER; the desired selection.; TURNING OFF THE FRYER
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -13- Solid State Knob Control Temperature Knob Control Melt Switch Power Switch Filter Switch (for those models with KleenScreen PLUS ® Filter Systems) Start Button TURNING ON THE FRYER Open the door to the fryer. Select Liquid or S...
Page 14 - EXTENDED SHUTDOWN; Thoroughly drain the fryer. Refer to DRAINING THE FRYER.; FILTERING THE OIL; Hot oil and hot parts can cause burns. Use care when operating,
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -14- EXTENDED SHUTDOWN 1. Open the door to the fryer. Press the power switch to the OFF position. 2. Thoroughly drain the fryer. Refer to DRAINING THE FRYER. 3. Clean the fryer according to CLEANING. 4. Turn off the main gas shutoff v...
Page 15 - DRAINING THE TANK
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -15- DRAINING THE TANK 1. Open the door to the fryer. The power must remain ON for the fryer to filter correctly. 2. Insert the drain extension into the drain valve. Tighten only hand tight. 3. Direct the drain spout into the containe...
Page 16 - CLEANING
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -16- 9. Drain the tank according to DRAINING THE TANK. Rinse thoroughly with clear, hot water. All traces of cleaner must be removed. Dry the tank thoroughly. 10. Close the drain valve and add shortening. Follow the FILLING TANK WITH ...
Page 17 - KleenScreen; Plus; ® Filtration System
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -17- KleenScreen Plus ® Filtration System Installation and Operational Manual for “BDF” Models 2G4BDF Shown GAS KleenScreen PLUS® Models: 2G4BDF ML-136650 3G4BDF ML-136653 4G4BDF ML-136656 2G6BDF ML-136651 3G6BDF ML-136654 4G6BDF ML-1...
Page 18 - Filtering Instructions for KleenScreen; ® Fryers; General; The KleenScreen; Assembly; Filter Insert
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -18- Filtering Instructions for KleenScreen PLUS ® Fryers General The KleenScreen PLUS ® filtration system filters the oil as it is pumped back into its’ respective tank(s). Only one tank can be drained and filtered at a time. Under n...
Page 19 - Filter Screen Lays
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -19- Fully assembled filter screen assembly: Fig. 2 Secure Tube with Suction Tube Clip Filter Screen Lays Flat On Bottom of Filter Pan Fig. 3 Micro-Filtration Fabric Envelope Assembly: Same Suction Tube Fabric Envelope Insert (Differe...
Page 20 - INSTRUCTIONS TO REMOVE & REPLACE KLEENSCREEN; ® FILTER ENVELOPE
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -20- INSTRUCTIONS TO REMOVE & REPLACE KLEENSCREEN PLUS ® FILTER ENVELOPE FOR ABSOLUTE FILTRATION & MAXIMUM FLOW RATE WE RECOMMEND YOU CHANGE YOUR FILTER ENVELOPES AT EVERY OIL CHANGE (10-14 DAYS DEPENDING ON OIL USAGE). Step 1...
Page 21 - Operation; will void your fryer warranty.
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -21- Operation Hot oil and parts can cause burns. Use care when operating, cleaning and servicing the fryer. Spilling hot frying compound can cause severe burns. Do not move fryer without draining all frying compound from the tank. Ne...
Page 22 - Quick Start Guide for Solid State Knob Controls:; Start up in 4 Easy Steps:; Set temperature knob to the desired set temperature.
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -22- Quick Start Guide for Solid State Knob Controls: Start up in 4 Easy Steps: Step 1: Fill fry tank with oil and then turn on the power. Step 2: Set temperature knob to the desired set temperature. Step 3: Move the MELT switch to th...
Page 23 - Quick Start Guide for Solid State Knob Controls with KleenScreen
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -23- Quick Start Guide for Solid State Knob Controls with KleenScreen PLUS ® Filtration: Filtering in 6 Easy Steps: Step 1: Make sure that the power is on. Do NOT turn off the power to the fryer. Step 2: Open the drain valve slowly al...
Page 24 - REMOVING EXCESS DEBRIS FROM THE SCREEN FILTER:; Reassemble all filter components after being dried thoroughly.
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -24- FILTERING TIP: Open the filtering drawer approximately 1” to allow any oil in the return line to run back into the filter pan. This will take about 30 seconds to complete. Then open the drawer completely to clean filter component...
Page 25 - Do not allow water to run through the motor / pump.
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -25- BOIL OUT PROCEDURE: Use the Boil Out By-Pass™ drain extension allowing the boil out solution to exit the fry tank without using the filtering system. Do not allow water to run through the motor / pump. Drain the boil out solution...
Page 26 - MAINTENANCE; FLUE VENT INSPECTION; Probable
GBD_GBDF SERIES GAS FRYERS VULCAN-HART F-32934 Rev. B (June 2008) -26- MAINTENANCE Hot oil and hot parts can cause burns. Use care when operating, cleaning, and servicing the fryer. Spilling hot fryer compound can cause severe burns. Do not move fryer without draining all frying compound from the ta...
