Pitco SG14C - Ventilation and Fire Safety Systems; Lighting Instructions; Initial Cleaning

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LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
a. Fill kettle before lighting.
b. Turn combination gas valve knob to “ON” position.
c. 1. Solid State Thermostat: Switch melt switch to desired position. Turn the Thermostat
knob to desired temperature. Turn the power switch to the "ON" position, the fryer is equipped
with a matchless ignition system and will automatically light the pilot, and heat up to set
temperature. (Note: if using solid shortening, set melt switch to the ON position)
2. Digital Controller: Press the button on the controller panel to turn fryer ON, the fryer is
equipped with a matchless ignition system and will automatically light the pilot, and heat up to
set temperature. (Note: if using solid shortening, ensure digital controller is programming is set
on the solid shortening melt cycle setting, by following digital programming instructions in
manual)
3. Computer Controller: Press the button on the controller panel to turn fryer ON, the fryer is
equipped with a matchless ignition system and will automatically light the pilot, and heat up to set
temperature. (Note: if using solid shortening, ensure computer controller is programming is set
on the solid shortening melt cycle setting, by following digital programming instructions in
manual)
WARNING
DO NOT TURN COMBINATION GAS VALVE KNOB TO THE “ON” POSITION UNTIL
VESSEL IS FULL OF WATER OR SHORTENING. TURNING THE KNOB TO “ON” WITH VESSEL
EMPTY WILL DAMAGE THE VESSEL OR COMPONENTS AND VOID WARRANTY.
INITIAL CLEANING
When the fryer is shipped, many of its parts are covered with a thin coat of oil for protection. Before the fryer is ready
for cooking it must be cleaned. This will remove the oil coating and any foreign matter that may have accumulated during
storage and shipment. Perform the cleaning as described below.
a. Fill the tank with water and add one packet of Pitco fryer cleaner or a mild detergent, and turn gas valve knob
to ON position.
VENTILATION AND FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS
Your new fryer must have proper ventilation to function safely and properly. Exhaust gas temperatures can reach as
high as 1000°F (538
0
C). Therefore, it is very important to install a fire safety system. Your ventilation system should
be designed to allow for easy cleaning. Frequent cleaning of the ventilation system and the fryer will reduce the chances
of fire.
Excessive ventilation causes drafts, which will interfere with the proper operation of the pilot and the burner.
Leave at least 18 inches (45.72CM) of open space between the fryer's flue vent opening and the intake of the
exhaust hood.
CAUTION
Ensure that your ventilation system does not cause a down draft at the fryer's flue opening.
Down drafts will not allow the fryer to exhaust properly and will cause overheating which
may cause permanent damage. Damage caused by down drafts will not be covered under
equipment warranty. NEVER allow anything to obstruct the flow of combustibles or
ventilation exiting from the fryer flue. DO NOT put anything on top of the flue area.
NOTICE
NEVER connect the blower directly to the flue openings. The direct flow of air will
cause poor temperature recovery, poor ignition, inefficient operation of the fryer, and
could extinguish the pilot.