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WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
2 ERIK CIRCLE, P. O. Box 280
Verdi, NV 89439
telephone: 888-492-2782
fax: 888-492-2783
OPERATION MANUAL
ELECTRIC
FRYER with
AUTO-LIFT
MODEL
WFAE-55F
WFAE-55FS
and
WFAE-55FS w/
solid shortening
melt option
WITH OR WITHOUT
OPTIONAL FILTER WAND
Includes
INSTALLATION
USE & CARE
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can
cause property damage, injury or death. Read the installation and operating
instructions thoroughly before installing, using or servicing this equipment.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
This manual is considered to be part of the appliance and is to be given to the OWNER or
MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of
this appliance. Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER.
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR
INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any
questions concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.
PRINTED IN UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
p/n 300007 Rev. C ECN-13013
M361 060407 cps
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INTRODUCTION
Wide
Deep
High
DIMENSIONS
CAPACITIES
15.70”
37.38”
48.94”
Lbs.
Kg.
Cooking Oil
(Liquid Shortening Only)
55
25
Chicken (Fresh)
Chicken (Frozen)
30
25
13
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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DOMESTIC
EXPORT (EU)
VOLTAGE
REQUIREMENTS
380-415V
3NAC
208 VAC
240VAC
NOTE: Shipped from factory 3Ø.
THIS FRYER IS NOT APPROVED FOR CONVERSION TO 1Ø
POWER
CONSUMPTION
9,000 watts
9.300 watts
9,000 watts
L1 = 27.0 amps
L2 = 26.5 amps
L3 = 26.5 amps
N = 0.5 amps
47.8 amps per leg (3ø)
43.0 amps per leg (3ø)
AMPERAGE
1
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FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
UPPER CONTROL PANEL
15
16
5
6
1
B
U
Z
Z
E
R
7
17
14
2
3
4
FRYER
OFF
FILTER
HEAT
COOK
POWER
12
LOWER CONTROL PANEL
18
11
THERMOSTAT
300
FILTER
325
350
ON
275
250
HI-LIMIT
RESET
375
OFF
8
13
CAUTION
FRYER MUST BE OFF
BEFORE USING FILTER
ºF
10
9
Fig. 1 WFAE-55F Features & Operating Controls
FRYER position energizes the FRYER and POWER LIGHT;
de-energizes FILTER PUMP. HEATING ELEMENTS energized
and regulate to setting on CONTROL THERMOSTAT (8).
1
POWER SWITCH
(FRYER-OFF-FILTER)
OFF position de-energized FRYER and FILTER PUMP.
FILTER position de-energizes FRYER; energizes FILTER PUMP
SWITCH (6).
2
3
POWER LIGHT (amber)
HEAT LIGHT (amber)
Glows to indicate FRYER is energized.
Glows to indicate HEATING ELEMENT energized;
Off when oil temperature reaches setting on CONTROL
THERMOSTAT (8).
4
5
COOK LIGHT (amber)
Glows to indicate COOK LEVER in cook position.
TIMER
Controls LIFT CRADLE AND BUZZER. Start TIMER by pressing
red button at center of knob. Lift CRADLE will lower. Pointer
indicates time remaining. When time reaches “0” BUZZER
sounds and LIFT CRADLE raises.
When lit, indicates BUZZER SWITCH (item 7) is turned ON and
BUZZER CIRCUIT is active
6
7
BUZZER LIGHT (amber)
BUZZER SWITCH
Activates BUZZER CIRCUIT. When ON will sound BUZZER
anytime TIMER is at “0”. Turn switch OFF or activate timer to
silence buzzer.
ON position energizes FILTER PUMP and causes oil in
RESERVOIR (10) to be pumped back into frypot.
FILTER PUMP SWITCH
(ON-OFF)
8
OFF position de-energizes FILTER PUMP.
NOTE: POWER SWITCH (1) must be in FILTER position for
FILTER PUMP to operate.
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WARNING
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD / HOT OIL
The HI-LIMIT THERMOSTAT is a FIRE PROTECTION DEVICE.
If tripping persists, clean debris from the space between the
hi-limit bulb and the element to enhance oil flow and facilitate reset.
Otherwise, contact your authorized Wells Service Agent for repairs.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BYPASS OR HOLD IN THE BUTTON OF
THE HI-LIMIT THERMOSTAT. A SERIOUS FIRE MAY RESULT.
Provides over-temperature protection by de-energizing HEATING
ELEMENTS should oil temperature exceed factory pre-set limits.
9
HI-LIMIT THERMOSTAT
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
THERMOSTAT
Controls oil temperature. Range: 250ºF (121ºC)
375ºF (191ºC)
10
Opens and closes the DRAIN VALVE:
Turn counterclockwise (vertical) to OPEN
Turn clockwise (horizontal) to CLOSE
11 DRAIN VALVE LEVER
12 POWER OUTLET BOX
13 OIL FILTER RESERVOIR
Electrical service connection TERMINAL BLOCK located here.
Collects oil from FRYPOT for filtering or disposal.
Holds filter screen, filter paper & filter paper holder.
FILTER PUMP MOTOR is equipped with an overheating
protection device.
RESET must be performed manually. Allow motor to cool for
approx. 30 min, then firmly press the red button.
FILTER PUMP MOTOR
RESET BUTTON
(located at rear of motor)
14
15 LIFT CRADLE
Lowers fry basket into frypot during cook cycle. Automatically
raises from frypot at end of cook cycle
16 FRY BASKET
17 LIFT MOTOR
Holds product to be cooked.
Raises/lowers LIFT CRADLE. Accessible for lubrication thru
access plate in rear panel.
18 DRIP PAN
Collects liquids that accumulate on top of fryer section of
Ventilator Hood models (WVAE-…).
W1
W4
W2
W3
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For units equipped with OPTIONAL FILTER WAND
W1 HEATER INTERLOCK SWITCH Disables heating element any time drain valve is not closed.
W2 3-WAY VALVE HANDLE
HORIZONTAL directs output of filter pump to filter wand.
VERTICAL directs output of fliter pump to frypot.
W3 QUICK DISCONNECT MALE
FITTING
Filter wand connects to this fitting.
W4 FILTER WAND
Used to wash down sides of frypot, or to direct oil to disposal
container.
3
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FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
UPPER CONTROL PANEL
15
16
WELLS
6
2
4
5
3
1
FRYER
17
14
TIME TEMP
HEAT
READY
MANUAL
OFF
FILTER
MANUAL
PAUSE
CLEAN
STANDBY BASKET
FILTER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
7
8
12
18
LOWER CONTROL PANEL
19
HI-LIMIT
RESET
11
13
20
9
10
Fig. 1 WFAE-55FS Features & Operating Controls
FRYER position energizes the FRYER and POWER LIGHT;
de-energizes FILTER PUMP. HEATING ELEMENTS energized
and regulate to setting on CONTROL THERMOSTAT (8).
1
POWER SWITCH
(FRYER-OFF-FILTER)
OFF position de-energized FRYER and FILTER PUMP.
FILTER position de-energizes FRYER; energizes FILTER PUMP
SWITCH (6).
2
3
4
5
6
7
TIME KEY
Used to check and set menu times
TEMP KEY
Used to check and set cooking temperature
DIGITAL READOUT
UP ARROW KEY
DOWN ARROW KEY
MENU KEYS
LED display of various data and functions
Used to raise FRY BASKET and to increase program settings
Used to lower FRY BASKET and to decrease program settings
Used to start a menu time/temp cook cycle
Keys 1 thru 6 are programmable for time and temperature
Key 7 is available for individually set time/temp cook cycles
8
FUNCTION KEYS
Used to perform the functions of:
PAUSE
CLEAN
STANDBY
BASKET (raise/lower when used with up arrow & down arrow)
FILTER (acknowledgement warning signal)
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WARNING
WARNING: FIRE HAZARD / HOT OIL
The HI-LIMIT THERMOSTAT is a FIRE PROTECTION DEVICE.
If tripping persists, clean debris from the space between the
hi-limit bulb and the element to enhance oil flow and facilitate reset.
Otherwise, contact your authorized Wells Service Agent for repairs.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BYPASS OR HOLD IN THE BUTTON OF
THE HI-LIMIT THERMOSTAT. A SERIOUS FIRE MAY RESULT.
Provides over-temperature protection by de-energizing HEATING
ELEMENTS should oil temperature exceed factory pre-set limits.
9
HI-LIMIT THERMOSTAT
10 SONALERT
Audible alarm to signal end of cook cycle and other programmed
functions
Opens and closes the DRAIN VALVE:
Turn counterclockwise (vertical) to OPEN
Turn clockwise (horizontal) to CLOSE
11 DRAIN VALVE LEVER
12 POWER OUTLET BOX
13 OIL FILTER RESERVOIR
Electrical service connection TERMINAL BLOCK located here.
Collects oil from FRYPOT for filtering or disposal.
Holds filter screen, filter paper & filter paper holder.
FILTER PUMP MOTOR is equipped with an overheating
protection device.
RESET must be performed manually. Allow motor to cool for
approx. 30 min, then firmly press the red button.
FILTER PUMP MOTOR
RESET BUTTON
(located at rear of motor)
14
15 LIFT CRADLE
Lowers fry basket into frypot during cook cycle. Automatically
raises from frypot at end of cook cycle
16 FRY BASKET
17 LIFT MOTOR
Holds product to be cooked.
Raises/lowers LIFT CRADLE. Accessible for lubrication thru
access plate in rear panel.
18 DRIP PAN
Collects liquids that accumulate on top of fryer section of
Ventilator Hood models (WVAE-…).
FOR UNITS WITH SOLID SHORTENING MELT OPTION
Low voltage electric connection for FILTER RESERVOIR
HEATER
19 CONTACT BLOCK
20 FILTER RESERVOIR HEATER
Keeps shortening in FILTER RESERVOIR in a liquid state.
IMPORTANT: Filter pump will not pump shortening unless it is
in the liquid state. FILTER PUMP, OIL SUCTION LINE and OIL
RETURN LINE are heated at all times fryer is connected to
electric power so that shortening will not solidify. Heater circuit
is low voltage.
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This appliance conforms to NSF Standard 4 for sanitation only if
installed in accordance with the supplied Installation Instructions and
maintained according to the instructions in this manual.
STD 4
E6070
E6070
Domestic fryers are
and 240V.
and
listed under UL File E6070 for 208V
Export (European) fryers comply with
for 380-415V 3NAC.
standards
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IMPORTANT:
Electric installation of this
appliance must be performed
by a licensed electrician.
Installation must conform to
the requirements of local
codes and ordinances, and to
the requirements of the
National Electrical Code.
FILTER
PUMP &
MOTOR
FRYPOT
STRAIN
RELIEF
FITTING
POWER
CORD
Fig. 2 Field Wiring
IMPORTANT:
This appliance is rated for
3Ø electric service only, and
is not UL approved for single
phase operation. DO NOT
convert this appliance to
single phase. Doing so will
void the warranty and
invalidate the UL listing.
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WVAE-55F PRE-CLEANING PROCEDURE
WARNING:
BURN HAZARD
WARNING
TURN THERMOSTAT TO LOWEST TEMPERATURE SETTING
(FULLY COUNTERCLOCKWISE)
USE ONLY LOW-FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER.
CAREFULLY FOLLOW CLEANSER INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
DO NOT LEAVE FRYER UNATTENDED
WHILE BOILING OUT FRYPOT.
WHEN WATER BEGINS FOAMING,
BE PREPARED TO TURN POWER SWITCH OFF.
Boiling water and splatter can result in moderate to serious injury.
Prior to leaving the factory,
each fryer is tested for proper
operation. Oil residue must be
cleaned from the frypot before
filling it with fresh oil.
Press POWER SWITCH OFF.
Close DRAIN VALVE (lever horizontal).
Fill FRYPOT with 4 gallons of cold water.
Press POWER SWITCH to FRYER.
When water comes to a full boil, press POWER SWITCH OFF.
When boiling ceases, slowly add and stir in the LOW FOAMING
COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER. Using the HIGH
TEMPERATURE BRUSH supplied with the fryer, stir until the
cleanser is completely dissolved.
IMPORTANT:
Use a LOW-FOAMING
COMMERCIAL fryer cleanser
only.
Press POWER SWITCH to FRYER. When the water begins to boil,
press POWER SWITCH OFF. When the boiling subsides, again
press POWER SWITCH to FRYER. Repeat this procedure
continuously for five (5) minutes.
Press POWER SWITCH OFF. Allow the solution to cool to 120ºF or
less.
Place a suitable METAL container under the DRAIN VALVE. Open
DRAIN VALVE (lever vertical) to drain the cleaning solution.
NOTE: Drain no more than 4” at a time into the container to prevent
splashing and spilling. Dispose of used solution as required by local
ordinances.
Rinse frypot with clean water. Dry with a soft clean cloth.
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WVAE-55FS PRE-CLEANING PROCEDURE
WARNING:
BURN HAZARD
WARNING
USE THE CLEAN BUTTON ONLY
USE ONLY LOW-FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER.
CAREFULLY FOLLOW CLEANSER
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
DO NOT LEAVE FRYER UNATTENDED WHILE BOILING OUT FRYPOT.
BE PREPARED TO TURN POWER SWITCH OFF SHOULD WATER BEGIN FOAMING
Boiling water can splatter and may cause serious injury
Press POWER SWITCH OFF.
IMPORTANT:
Use a LOW-FOAMING
COMMERCIAL fryer cleanser
only.
Close DRAIN VALVE (lever horizontal).
Fill FRYPOT with 4 gallons of cold water.
Press POWER SWITCH to FRYER.
Wait 10 seconds, then press and hold CLEAN button for six seconds.
A beep will sound and readout will display “BOIL”.
CLEAN
Slowly add and stir in the LOW FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER
CLEANSER. Using the HIGH TEMPERATURE BRUSH supplied with
the fryer, stir until the cleanser is completely dissolved.
Time displayed is elapsed time. When display reads “1:30”, press
POWER SWITCH OFF. Allow the solution to cool to 120ºF or less.
Place a suitable METAL container under the DRAIN VALVE. Open
DRAIN VALVE (lever vertical) to drain the cleaning solution.
NOTE: Drain no more than 4” at a time into the container to prevent
splashing and spilling. Dispose of used solution as required by local
ordinances.
Rinse frypot with clean water. Dry with a soft clean cloth.
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IMPORTANT:
Examine the CRADLE ROLLERS. Adjust or tighten as required.
Lubricate the rollers with vegetable oil.
Serious damage to the frypot
will result if the rollers are
missing or do not rotate freely.
DO NOT operate the fryer unless CRADLE ROLLERS are in place
and rotating freely.
RETAINING NUT
ROLLER
CRADLE
LIFT
PIVOT
Install LIFT CRADLE onto CRADLE PIVOT. Set FRY BASKET on
LIFT CRADLE.
FILTER RAIL “A”
“O” RING IN
“O” RING GROOVE
UPPER
FILTER SCREEN
RESERVOIR
ASSEMBLY
STORAGE FOR 3
SPARE “O” RINGS
CROSS-SECTION VIEW
SEPARATOR
LOWER
FILTER SCREEN
FILTER RAIL “B”
Note: “O” RING
“O” RING
SPARE
“O” RINGS
FILTER
RESERVOIR
ASSEMBLED FILTER LEAF
(spout with O-RING inserts
into drain opening)
Install FILTER LEAF into FILTER RESERVOIR.
SUCTION TUBE O-RINGS are shipped from the factory installed on
SUCTION TUBE; Examine to verify one O-RING is in the groove
closest to the end of the tube.
Install assembled FILTER RESERVOIR into fryer. O-RING for the
filter reservoir suction tube, and up to three spare O-RINGS, are
stored as shown above.
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WARNING
WARNING: SLIP/FALL HAZARD
DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS DRIP PAN IS INSTALLED.
Oil will drip on the floor and slips/falls will result.
Death or serious injury may result from slipping and falling in spilled oil.
FOR FRYERS WITH VENT HOOD (WVAE-55…..)
For Ventilator Hood models (i.e. WVAE-55 FS), install DRIP PAN
(item 18) into mounting bracket behind fryer door at lower right front
of fryer.
WARNING
WARNING: SLIP/FALL HAZARD
CLOSE DRAIN VALVE BEFORE FILLING WITH OIL.
Unless drain valve is closed, oil poured into kettle will drain into
reservoir or onto the floor. Oil spill may occur.
Death or serious injury may result from slipping and falling in spilled oil.
Close DRAIN VALVE LEVER (item 11) by turning the lever up to the
IMPORTANT:
horizontal (CLOSED) position.
Unless equipped with the
factory-installed SOLID
IMPORTANT: Remember to fill the fryer to the COLD OIL LINE with
fresh shortening prior to turning the POWER SWITCH to the FRYER
position. Energizing the fryer without oil covering the elements will
cause serious damage. Damage caused by operating the fryer
without oil covering the elements is not covered by warranty.
Fill FRYPOT to the COLD OIL LINE in the FRYPOT with room
SHORTENING MELT OPTION,
this fryer is designed for LIQUID
SHORTENING ONLY.
DO NOT USE SOLID
SHORTENING UNLESS THE
FRYER IS EQUIPPED WITH
THE SOLID SHORTENING
MELT OPTION. DO NOT USE
LARD.
FILL TO THIS LINE WITH
ROOM TEMPERATURE
LIQUID SHORTENING
Solid shortening will solidify in
the FILTER RESERVOIR and
FILTER PUMP. This condition
will render the filter system
inoperable. Do not attempt to
pump shortening unless it is
liquid shortening or shortening
melted to the liquid state.
Damage caused to attempts to
pump anything other than short-
ening in the liquid state is not
covered under warranty.
11
CLOSED
COLD OIL LINE
OPEN
temperature commercial-quality LIQUID SHORTENING. This
requires 55lbs. of liquid shortening for non-solid shortening melt
optioned fryers, and either 55 lb. of liquid or solid shortening for fryers
with SOLID SHORTENING MELT OPTION. Solid shortening should
be packed around elements.
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Check operation of FRYER and all CONTROLS.
WFAE-55F: See page 15
WFAE-55FS: See page 16
WFAE-55FS w/solid shortening melt option: See page zzzz
WARNING
WARNING: OIL SPLATTER HAZARD
The weight of product that can safely be cooked in this pressure fryer
will vary with oil level, product moisture content and oil temperature.
FAILURE TO DETERMINE THE SAFE WEIGHT OF PRODUCT
WILL RESULT IN HOT OIL RELEASE FROM THE FRYER
HOT OIL WILL CAUSE SEVERE BURNS ON CONTACT
Death or serious injury may result from slipping and falling in spilled oil.
IMPORTANT:
DETERMINE MAXIMUM LOAD WEIGHT:
For operational safety it is
important to determine the
maximum load weight for the
specific operation:
For operational safety, it is very important to determine the maximum
load weight for the specific operation. This can be accomplished by
starting out with small loads and gradually increasing to the largest
load size that will allow a cook cycle to be completed without oil
foaming out of the FRYPOT.
•
•
Start with small loads
Gradually increase load
size
•
Determine the largest load
that will allow a full cook
cycle without oil foaming
out of the frypot.
•
Post the maximum load in a
conspicuous spot near the
fryer.
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CAUTION:
PRE-HEATING FRYER
Make sure FRYPOT is filled with 55 LB. of cooking oil.
BURN HAZARD
Open door and set THERMOSTAT (item 10) to desired cooking
temperature. CLOSE THE DOOR.
UPPER CONTROL PANEL
Hot oil can cause serious burns
on contact. Wear appropriate
protective clothing when using
this fryer.
5
6
LOWER CONTROL PANEL
B
U
Z
Z
E
R
1
THERMOSTAT
300
FILTER
325
7
350
ON
275
2
3
4
HI-LIMIT
RESET
FRYER
375
OFF
250
OFF
FILTER
CAUTION
FRYER MUST BE OFF
BEFORE USING FILTER
ºF
HEAT
COOK
POWER
8
9
10
Set POWER SWITCH (item 1) to FRYER. POWER LIGHT (item 2)
and HEAT LIGHT (item 3) will glow. HEAT LIGHT will cycle on and
off with the HEATING ELEMENTS. When HEAT LIGHT first goes off,
fryer is ready to cook the product.
SET COOK TIMER AND LOAD PRODUCT
TURN TO SET TIME
PRESS RED BUTTON TO START TIMER
Set TIMER (item 5) to desired cooking time.
FROZEN PRODUCT:
11
10
12
9
13
8
Load frozen product into BASKET. Set BASKET on LIFT
CRADLE.
Press RED BUTTON on TIMER to lower BASKET into FRYPOT.
7
14
6
15
16
5
FRESH PRODUCT:
4
17
18
19
20
Set BASKET on LIFT CRADLE.
Press RED BUTTON on TIMER to lower BASKET into FRYPOT.
Manually drop each piece of fresh product into hot oil, just above
the oil level to minimize splattering.
3
2
1
21
0
ALWAYS USE PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS INSULATED
GLOVES, TO PROTECT AGAINST HOT OIL BURNS
TIMER
COOK CYCLE AND BUZZER
When an audible alarm is desired at end of cook cycle, turn BUZZER
SWITCH (item 7) ON after TIMER has been started. BUZZER LIGHT
(item 6) will glow.
Note: If BUZZER SWITCH is turned ON before BASKET is lowered,
BUZZER will sound until BASKET has fully lowered.
At end of cook cycle, BASKET will raise. BUZZER will sound until
BUZZER SWITCH is turned OFF, or until the next cook cycle is
started.
Use plastic-coated handles on fry basket to remove basket of cooked
product from LIFT CRADLE. Serve or dispense cooked product as
required.
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CAUTION:
PROGRAMMING KEY FUNCTIONS
BURN HAZARD
6
2
5
4
3
Hot oil can cause serious burns
on contact. Wear appropriate
protective clothing when using
this fryer.
1
FRYER
HEAT
READY
MANUAL
TIME TEMP
OFF
Controller operation for solid
shortening melt optioned fryers
is essentially identical to the
operation of the standard solid
state controller. Important
differenced are noted in the
text.
FILTER
MANUAL
FILTER
PAUSE
CLEAN
STANDBY
BASKET
5
6
1
2
3
4
7
8e
8a 8b 8c 8d
7
As each control panel key is pressed, a “beep” will sound. Illuminated
indicator light for each key will light whenever that key is pressed, and
any time the function associated with that key is active.
FRYER - OFF - FILTER switch (item 1) allows the fryer to be placed
in a normal cook mode (FRYER), an oil-filtering mode (FILTER) or
turned OFF.
TIME key (item 2) controls time functions.
TEMP key (item 3) controls temperature functions. Data can be read
on the solid state READOUT (item 4).
HEAT indicator is lit whenever the burners are energized; READY
indicator is lit when cooking oil is at programmed temperature.
MANUAL indicator is lit whenever MENU key 7 is selected.
Arrow keys (item 5 & 6) control the basket lift (after pressing BASKET
key), and are used to scroll through program settings.
BASKET
MENU keys (item 7) allow a choice of six (or seven) pre-programmed
time / temp settings.
MANUAL
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Suggestion: MENU keys 1 and 2 incorporate a feature that will
inform the operator when to “drop” wings and drumsticks during cook
cycle. “Drop” feature will allow you to cook breasts and thighs longer
than wings and drumsticks by sounding a beep, and displaying “DrOP”
on readout (item 4). Your fryer installer can program this feature
into your controller upon request.
1
2
Any selected MENU key can be cancelled by pressing and holding
for 3 seconds.
MANUAL
MENU key 7 is unprogrammed so that special or one-of-a-kind
product may be programmed any time:
MANUAL
7
With fryer is ON, press and hold TIME key and MENU 7 key
at the same time.
Press the UP or DOWN arrow key until the desired time is
displayed.
If this MANUAL feature is not desired, MENU key 7 may be
programmed in the identical fashion to MENU keys 1 thru 6.
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PROGRAM MENU TIMES AND TEMPERATURES
IMPORTANT:
To program the controller for
cooking your product you must
first determine the cooking time
and temperature required to
cook the product.
Each MENU key may be
programmed for a different time
and temperature, depending
upon the requirements of each
menu item.
For solid shortening melt optioned fryers, make sure elements are
packed with 55 pounds of solid shortening. For all other fryers, make
sure FRYPOT is filled with room temperature liquid shortening to the
COLD OIL LEVEL line inscribed on inside of FRYPOT. Do not
over-fill or under-fill frypot. (See page 13.)
Set the POWER SWITCH (item 1) to FRYER. After 10 seconds,
readout will display “MLt” (during melt cycle of solid shortening melt
optioned fryers only) then “Pre-” “HEAt”, followed by the number of
the menu currently selected (indicator of selected menu key will be lit).
It is the sole responsibility
of the end user to determine
the time and temperature
requirements of each menu
item, and to program each
MENU key to the determined
time and temperature in order
to insure completely and
safely cooked product.
Press
to verify the programmed temperature setting of that menu.
Press any MENU key to change to that menu.
Enter PROGRAMMING mode by pressing and holding
+
for
IMPORTANT:
three seconds, until a beep sounds and readout displays “Pro9”.
Be sure to record which MENU
key corresponds to which menu
item or product to be cooked.
Program MENU key 1 for the pre-determined cook time by pressing
and holding
pressing
+
1
at the same time. Scroll to the desired time by
until desired time is displayed on readout.
or
Program MENU key 1 for the pre-determined cook temperature by
1
pressing and holding
temp by pressing
+
at the same time. Scroll to desired
or
until desired temperature is displayed on
readout. Range is 200ºF - 375ºF (93ºC - 191ºC).
Program MENU keys 2 thru 6 in the same manner.
MANUAL
can be programmed, or left as a MANUAL menu key.
7
MANUAL
NOTE: Only
can be programmed while another MENU is cooking.
7
Exit PROGRAMMING MODE by pressing and holding
+
for
one second. Readout will display “00:00” or “PrE-” “HEAt”.
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OPERATION - WFAE-55FS (continued)
USING FUNCTION KEYS
PAUSE Halts time countdown while any menu is running and readout displays
time remaining.
PAUSE
•
Purpose: Allows the user to raise fry basket to inspect product in the
middle of a cook cycle. Time remaining is frozen until PAUSE key is
pressed again.
•
To use: While a menu is running, press and hold PAUSE key for five
seconds, until a beep sounds and red indicator near key lights.
Raise the basket to inspect product by pressing the BASKET key and UP
arrow key.
BASKET
+
Resume cooking product by pressing BASKET key and DOWN arrow key.
Resume time countdown by pressing PAUSE key again.
To change the time remaining while in pause:
(a) This option uses the near-instant programming feature of MENU 7
(MANUAL) key. Press and hold TIME key plus the MENU 7 key at the
same time.
•
MANUAL
7
+
(b) Scroll in a new time remaining with the UP or DOWN arrow keys.
Release all keys.
Press and hold the lit MENU key for three seconds. Remaining time will
cancel and display will read “00:00”.
Lower fry basket by pressing BASKET key followed by DOWN arrow
key. Press the MANUAL (MENU 7) key. Time will now countdown from
new time programmed into key 7. Basket will rise at end of new time,
display reads “00:00”.
If the original menu time or temperature must be adjusted, see
procedure, page 17.
programming
CLEAN puts the fryer into the cleaning mode by setting the temperature to
approximately 200ºF (94ºC) (i.e. just below the boiling point of water).
To Use: See CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS, page 27
CLEAN
STANDBY puts fryer into “sleep” mode for off-peak periods.
STANDBY
•
Purpose: This economy function allows the oil temperature to cool to
275ºF (135ºC) when the fryer is not in use, but it is not desirable to turn the
fryer off.
•
To use: While no menu is running and the display reads “00:00”, press and
hold STANDBY key until a “beep” sounds and the red indicator lights.
To resume cooking after being in standby mode: Press and hold STANDBY
until a “beep” sounds. Heating elements will be energized. Fryer is ready
for use when READY light is lit.
BASKET allows UP and DOWN arrow keys to raise or lower fry basket.
BASKET
•
To Use: Press and release BASKET key. Red indicators over the basket
key and UP arrow and DOWN arrow keys will light. Press and release
either arrow key. Selected arrow key indicator will light. All keys will be in-
active for ten seconds during the raise/lower cycle.
Active only in pre-heat and pause modes, or when display reads “00:00”.
FILTER acknowledges filter alarm. The filter alarm is programmed to sound
after a pre-set number of cook cycles. This is factory pre-set to zero cycles.
Your fryer installer can alter the number of cycles upon request.
FILTER
•
To Use: When the cycle count reaches the pre-set number, a “beep” will
sound. Press and release FILTER key to cancel alarm and reset filter load
counter to “zero”.
See FILTERING OIL, page 22.
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PRE-HEAT THE FRYER
CAUTION:
BURN HAZARD
Press any MENU key. If oil temperature has not reached
Hot oil can cause serious burns
on contact. Wear appropriate
protective clothing when using
this fryer.
programmed temperature, readout will display “Pre-” “HEAt”, followed
by the menu key #, and HEAT indicator will light. When oil has
reached programmed temperature, READY indicator will light, a
“beep” will sound five times and readout will display “00:00”. Readout
will normally display time remaining. To display oil temperature of lit
IMPORTANT:
Use the plastic-coated
HANDLES of the fry basket
to remove basket of cooked
product from LIFT CRADLE.
menu item, press
.
TO COOK PRODUCT
MANUAL
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Press a MENU key
for desired menu item.
When oil reaches programmed temperature for that MENU key,
READY light will glow, HEAT light will go dark and five “beeps” will
sound.
FROZEN PRODUCT: Set FRY BASKET on LIFT CRADLE in the
raised position. Load frozen product into BASKET. Lower BASKET
BASKET
by pressing
, then
. When basket is fully down, start timed
cycle by pressing appropriate MENU key. At the end of the timed
cycle, basket will raise automatically (and 10 second buzzer will
sound).
FRESH PRODUCT: Set empty BASKET on LIFT CRADLE in the
BASKET
raised position. Lower BASKET by pressing
, then
.
Manually drop each piece of fresh product into the hot oil just above
oil level to minimize splattering. ALWAYS USE PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS INSULATED GLOVES, TO PROTECT
AGAINST BURNS FROM CONTACT WITH HOT OIL. For chicken,
drop thighs and breasts first, followed by drumsticks, then wings.
Start a timed cycle by pressing appropriate MENU key.
SUGGESTION: MENU keys 1 and 2 incorporate a feature that will
inform the operator when to “drop” the wings and drumsticks during
the cooking cycle. DROP feature will allow you to cook breasts and
thighs longer than wings and drumsticks by audibly beeping, and
displaying “DrOP ” on the readout. Your fryer installer can program
this feature into your controller upon request.
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DRAIN
FROM
FIL
TER
DRAIN "OPEN"
(HANDLE VERTICAL)
3-WAY VALVE
YPOT
FR
TO “WAND”
(HANDLE
HORIZONTAL)
O
T
DISCONNECT
QUICK
FRYER
QUICK-
O
INT
DISCONNECT
FITTING
LOCKING
RING
FITTING
AND
W
T
INSER
FRYER
OFF
FILTER
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HEATER SAFETY SWITCH
("SAFE" WHEN DRAIN
HANDLE FULLY CLOSED)
DRAIN "CLOSED"
(HANDLE HORIZONTAL)
RYER
OFF
3-WAY VALVE
TO “FRYPOT”
(HANDLE
FILTER
VERTICAL)
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER: BURN HAZARD
Contact with hot oil will cause severe burns. Allow the fryer to cool before cleaning.
Always wear protective clothing and heat resistant gloves when cleaning the fryer.
PREPARATION
Press POWER SWITCH to OFF
Allow fryer to cool completely before cleaning
Disconnect fryer from electric power before
cleaning
CAUTION:
ELECTRIC SHOCK
HAZARD
Disconnect fryer from electric
power before cleaning.
FREQUENCY
TOOLS
Daily, or as needed
Mild Detergent, Non-abrasive cleanser
Soft Cloth or Sponge, Plastic Scouring Pad
CAUTION:
BURN HAZARD
DAILY CLEANING
Allow fryer to cool completely
before cleaning.
1. Press POWER SWITCH to OFF.
2. Remove FRY BASKET, LIFT CRADLE and FILTER RESERVOIR
ASSEMBLY.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT spill
or pour water into controls,
control panel or wiring.
IMPORTANT: Clean reservoir only when empty.
3. Allow the oil to cool to a safe temperature (120ºF or less).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use
steel wool or abrasive
cleansers for cleaning the
fryer cabinet or frypot.
4. Fry basket and lift cradle may be washed in a dishwasher, or with
warm water and mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly and dry
completely.
5. Clean FILTER RESERVOIR, FILTER LEAF in the dishwasher, or
use warm water with a mild detergent. Be sure all components are
thoroughly dry, then reassemble
IMPORTANT: Be sure FILTER LEAF and inside of RESERVOIR
SUCTION TUBE are completely dry.
6. Keep all exterior surfaces free from splashed grease by wiping with
a clean cloth dampened with warm water and mild detergent.
•
•
•
Clean both sides of FRYPOT COVER.
Clean side, front and accessible interior areas of cabinet.
A non-abrasive detergent and plastic scouring pad may be
used for stubborn deposits.
•
Dry with a soft clean cloth.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use steel wool or abrasive cleansers
as these will damage the surface finish.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT spill or pour water into controls, control
panel or wiring. Damage to internal components will occur.
7. Reinstall LIFT CRADLE, FRY BASKET and FILTER RESERVOIR
ASSEMBLY.
Procedure is complete.
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
WFAE-55F (Manual Controls) HOT BOIL-OUT PROCEDURE
WARNING:
BURN HAZARD
WARNING
TURN THERMOSTAT TO LOWEST TEMPERATURE SETTING
(FULLY COUNTERCLOCKWISE)
USE ONLY LOW-FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER.
CAREFULLY FOLLOW CLEANSER INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
DO NOT LEAVE FRYER UNATTENDED
WHILE BOILING OUT FRYPOT.
WHEN WATER BEGINS FOAMING,
BE PREPARED TO TURN POWER SWITCH OFF.
Boiling water and splatter can result in moderate to serious injury.
PREPARATION
FREQUENCY
TOOLS
Drain oil from fryer before cleaning
IMPORTANT:
Use a LOW-FOAMING
COMMERCIAL fryer cleanser
only.
Monthly, or as needed
Low-foaming commercial fryer cleanser
Metal disposal container
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT press FRYER-OFF-
FILTER SWITCH to FILTER
with anything other than
shortening in the filter
reservoir. Water and/or
cleaning chemicals can:
Press POWER SWITCH OFF.
Close DRAIN VALVE (lever horizontal). Fill FRYPOT with 4 gallons of
cold water.
Press POWER SWITCH to FRYER.
•
•
•
cause severe oil splatter
damage the filter pump
contaminate cooking oil
and food product.
When water comes to a full boil, press POWER SWITCH OFF.
When boiling ceases, slowly add and stir in the LOW FOAMING
COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER. Using the HIGH
TEMPERATURE BRUSH supplied with the fryer, stir until the
cleanser is completely dissolved.
Press POWER SWITCH to FRYER. When the water begins to boil,
press POWER SWITCH OFF. When the boiling subsides, again
press POWER SWITCH to FRYER. Repeat this procedure
continuously for five (5) minutes.
Press POWER SWITCH OFF. Allow the solution to set for thirty (30)
minutes.
Allow solution to cool to 120ºF (49ºC) or less before draining.
Place a suitable METAL container under the DRAIN VALVE. Open
DRAIN VALVE (lever vertical) to drain the cleaning solution.
NOTE: Drain no more than 4” at a time into the container to prevent
splashing and spilling. Dispose of used solution as required by local
ordinances.
Rinse frypot with clean water. Dry with a soft clean cloth.
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
WFAE-55FS (Solid-State Controls) HOT BOIL-OUT PROCEDURE
WARNING:
BURN HAZARD
WARNING
USE THE CLEAN BUTTON ONLY
USE ONLY LOW-FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER CLEANSER.
CAREFULLY FOLLOW CLEANSER
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
DO NOT LEAVE FRYER UNATTENDED WHILE BOILING OUT FRYPOT.
BE PREPARED TO TURN POWER SWITCH OFF SHOULD WATER BEGIN FOAMING
Boiling water can splatter and may cause serious injury
IMPORTANT:
PREPARATION
FREQUENCY
TOOLS
Drain oil from fryer before cleaning
Monthly, or as needed
Use a LOW-FOAMING
COMMERCIAL fryer cleanser
only.
Low-foaming commercial fryer cleanser
Metal disposal container
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT press FRYER-OFF-
FILTER SWITCH to FILTER
with anything other than
shortening in the filter
reservoir. Water and/or
cleaning chemicals can:
Press POWER SWITCH OFF.
Close DRAIN VALVE (lever horizontal).
Fill FRYPOT with 4 gallons of cold water.
•
•
•
cause severe oil splatter
damage the filter pump
contaminate cooking oil
and food product.
Press POWER SWITCH to FRYER.
Wait 10 seconds, then press and hold CLEAN button for six seconds.
A beep will sound and readout will display “BOIL”.
Slowly add and stir in the LOW FOAMING COMMERCIAL FRYER
CLEANSER. Using the HIGH TEMPERATURE BRUSH supplied with
the fryer, stir until the cleanser is completely dissolved.
CLEAN
Time displayed is elapsed time. When display reads “1:30”, press
POWER SWITCH OFF. Allow the solution to cool to 120ºF or less.
Place a suitable METAL container under the DRAIN VALVE. Open
DRAIN VALVE (lever vertical) to drain the cleaning solution.
NOTE: Drain no more than 4” at a time into the container to prevent
splashing and spilling. Dispose of used solution as required by local
ordinances.
Rinse frypot with clean water. Dry with a soft clean cloth.
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FILTER LEAF ASSEMBLY
WARNING
WARNING: BURN HAZARD
HOT OIL SPILL OR SPLATTER
DO NOT REMOVE FILTER RESERVOIR WHEN IT CONTAINS HOT OIL
HOT OIL WILL CAUSE SEVERE BURNS ON CONTACT
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND GLOVES MUST BE WORN
DURING THE FILTERING PROCESS
Death or serious injury may result from contact with, or slipping and falling in, spilled oil.
WARNING
WARNING: BURN HAZARD
DO NOT REMOVE FILTER RESERVOIR IF IT IS HOT.
WEAR INSULATED GLOVES OR ALLOW IT TO COOL.
Hot oil quickly heats reservoir. Touching hot reservoir
with bare hands can causing serious injury
Clean FILTER LEAF after each day’s filtration, or as needed to return IMPORTANT: Make sure all oil
oil promptly to the kettle.
is pumped into FRYPOT before
removing reservoir.
Open FRYER DOOR and slide the FILTER RESERVOIR forward to
remove it. Remove FILTER LEAF from reservoir.
NOTE:
When properly assembled,
handle will point away from
suction tube on BOTTOM
SCREEN.
Disassemble FILTER LEAF by separating the two side rails at the
joint with the straight pin. Clean all components in a sink with warm
water and mild detergent, or in a dishwasher.
Assemble SCREEN with the SEPARATOR installed between the
two screens. Verify that O-RING is in place on the suction tube on
BOTTOM SCREEN.
NOTE:
Inspect the “O” RING on
FILTER SUCTION TUBE for
damage. Replace “O” ring if it
is cut, cracked or scuffed using
one of the spare o- rings in the
suction tube groove.
Slide screens into SIDE RAIL “B” (L-shaped pin). Hook SIDE RAIL
“A” over the pin on SIDERAIL “B” and work the screens into SIDE
RAIL “A” until straight pin on “A” is held by the “bump” on “B”.
TOP VIEW
SIDE VIEW
FILTER RAIL “A”
STRAIGHT
PIN
UPPER
FILTER SCREEN
IMPORTANT:
SEPARATOR
Avoid contaminating the oil or
food product by verifying that all
components of filter reservoir
assembly are completely dry
before reassembling.
LOWER
FILTER SCREEN
“L”-SHAPED
PIN
FILTER RAIL “B”
Install FILTER LEAF in RESERVOIR with suction tube firmly into
filter drain hole.
Install filter reservoir into the fryer. Make sure the “O” ring closest
to end of SUCTION TUBE is firmly seated in SUCTION LINE
RECEPTACLE.
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FILTERING OIL
WARNING: BURN HAZARD
WARNING
BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT NO WATER REMAINS
IN RESERVOIR OR SUCTION TUBE
WATER WILL BOIL VIOLENTLY IN CONTACT WITH HOT OIL
Boiling water can splatter hot oil and may cause serious injury
NOTE:
CAUTION
Oil should be at least 300ºF (149ºC) DO NOT attempt to filter cold oil.
DO NOT attempt to pump oil when less than 300ºF. Cold oil will not
pass through the filter paper. Filtering cold oil will result in the
premature failure of the filter pump. Damage as a result of pumping
cold oil IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
BURN HAZARD
Protective clothing and gloves
must be worn during the filtering
process
NOTE:
DO NOT store oil in the reservoir for any extended period, including
overnight.
CAUTION
BURN HAZARD
IMPORTANT:
The filtration system in your Wells Fryer is designed to filter hot liquid
shortening ONLY. Water, cleaning agents or other liquids will
damage the filter pump and may contaminate the food product
Filter reservoir may be hot.
Wear insulated gloves, or
allow reservoir to cool,
before touching it.
Press POWER SWITCH (item 1) to FILTER. Pump motor will be
energized and heating elements are de-energized.
IMPORTANT:
Filtering cooking oil helps to
ensure the quality of the food
product. Careful observation of
the finished food product will
help you determine the optimal
filtering frequency.
Remove and examine filter reservoir:
•
•
•
Verify that filter leaf is clean and properly installed.
Verify that suction tuibe o-ring is in place and in good condition.
Make absolutely certain that no water remains in bottom of
reservoir or in suction tube.
(Example: Filter the oil after
each six loads of fresh breaded
chicken)
Reinstall reservoir, making sure the SUCTION TUBE is firmly seated
in the SUCTION RECEPTACLE.
Press FILTER PUMP SWITCH (item 8) to ON to start filter pump.
FILTER POWDER absorbs
acids and many other
contaminants in the cooking oil,
allowing the oil to be used
longer before it must be
Slowly rotate DRAIN VALVE LEVER (item 11) to the vertical position.
Oil will drain from the frypot and into the reservoir. Filter pump will
draw oil through the filter leaf and return it to the frypot.
replaced. Wells Flavor Saver
Oil Filter Powder is available
from your Wells Equipment
Dealer or Authorized Service
Agent in a case of 45 packages
(p/n 22410).
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WARNING
WARNING: BURN HAZARD
WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND INSULATED GLOVES
WHEN CLEANING FRYPOT WITH HI-TEMP BRUSH AND WHEN
CLEARING DRAIN WITH WOOD CLEANOUT DOWEL.
Frypot and oil will be hot. Hot oil may splatter.
Contact with hot oil can cause serious injury
Carefully and slowly add the contents of one package of FILTER
POWDER to the oil in the frypot. Sprinkle filter powder onto surface
of the oil at point where it is being drawn down the drain.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT leave the fryer
unattended during the filtering
process. Continuously monitor
oil level in the reservoir to avoid
overflowing reservoir and
spilling oil on the floor.
Be prepared to turn the drain
valve lever clockwise to stop
or regulate the flow of oil.
Brush down sides and bottom of frypot using provided hi-temperature
brush. Loosen crumbs and other debris to flush them into reservoir.
Use the provided WOOD DOWEL to clear clogs in the frypot drain.
Push dowel down through drain hole in the front center of the frypot..
Rotate DRAIN VALVE LEVER (item 11) to the horizontal position
when filtering is complete,
IMPORTANT:
Verify that all oil has been
returned to frypot at end of
filtering cycle.
Observe the oil returning to frypot. When bubbles appear, wait
approximately 15 seconds, then press FILTER PUMP SWITCH OFF.
Verify that all oil has been returned to frypot at end of filtering cycle.
Then, press POWER SWITCH to either:
IMPORTANT:
Crumbs and other debris left
in the filter reservoir can
prevent filter leaf from sealing
completely. This will cause
incomplete filtration.
a. FRYER position to resume cooking; or,
b. OFF position to service filter or shut-down fryer.
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WARNING
WARNING: BURN HAZARD
OIL MUST COOL TO BELOW 120ºF (49ºC)
BEFORE DRAINING OIL FROM FRYER FOR DISPOSAL
Normal operating temperature of the fryer is 375ºF (191ºC)
Contact with hot oil can cause serious injury
WARNING
WARNING: SLIP AND FALL HAZARD
DO NOT USE FILTER RESERVOIR TO DISCARD OIL
USE A METAL CONTAINER TO COLLECT OIL FOR DISPOSAL
DO NOT FILL DISPOSAL CONTAINER MORE THAN ½ FULL
Do not leave fryer unattended when draining oil
Oil spills may occur
Death or serious injury may result from contact with, or slipping and falling in, spilled oil.
WARNING
WARNING: BURN HAZARD
DO NOT REMOVE FILTER RESERVOIR IF IT IS HOT.
WEAR INSULATED GLOVES OR ALLOW IT TO COOL.
Hot oil quickly heats reservoir. Touching hot reservoir
with bare hands can causing serious injury
IMPORTANT NOTE:
These instructions for
Press POWER SWITCH to OFF. Allow oil to cool to 120ºF (49ºC)or
less before attempting to drain oil from fryer.
discarding used oil may be
disregarded if you are using
WELLS MOBILE OIL CADDY
WOC-1 (p/n 22470).
Using suitable gloves, remove 1-1/4 NPT x 5-7/8” DRAIN PIPE from
DRAIN VALVE. Store this item in a convenient place.
The WAOC-1 is a manual oil
pump/removal system that
allows you to pump used oil
directly into the caddy, and then
to pump the used oil into your
oil disposal container simply by
reversing pump direction.
1-1/4 NPT x 5-7/8"
DRAIN PIPE
REMEMBER:
Always follow the directions
provided with the caddy.
WAOC-1 is designed to handle
COLD oil. Always, and without
fail, allow the oil to cool to
120ºF or less prior to pumping.
HOT OIL WILL BURN YOU!
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Screw provided 1-1/4 NPT STREET ELBOW into DRAIN VALVE.
IMPORTANT:
Position female end to point forward.
Remember to fill frypot to the
COLD OIL LINE with fresh
liquid shortening prior to turning
POWER SWITCH to FRYER
Energizing the fryer without
oil covering the elements will
cause serious damage.
Screw provided 1-1/4 NPT x 12” DRAIN PIPE into elbow. Hand tight
is sufficient.
Place a suitable METAL OIL DISPOSAL CONTAINER under DRAIN
PIPE.
Damage due to operating fryer
without oil covering elements is
NOT covered by warranty.
1-1/4 NPT
“STREET” ELBOW
1-1/4 NPT x 12"
DRAIN PIPE
OIL
DISPOSAL
CONTAINER
Slowly turn DRAIN VALVE LEVER down toward the OPEN (vertical)
position. Fill the container no more than 1/2 full.
Close the DRAIN VALVE and allow oil to finish draining from pipe
before removing container. Dump used oil into your WASTE OIL
CONTAINER. Continue this process until frypot is empty.
Close the DRAIN VALVE by rotating DRAIN VALVE LEVER up to the
CLOSED (horizontal) position.
Using suitable gloves, unscrew 1-1/4 NPT x 12” DRAIN PIPE from
ELBOW. Unscrew ELBOW from DRAIN VALVE. Store these items in
a convenient place.
Reinstall the 1-1/4 NPT x 5-7/8” DRAIN PIPE into the DRAIN VALVE.
Clean up any spilled oil.
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS - CRADLE LIFT
WARNING
WARNING: PINCH HAZARD
DISCONNECT FRYER FROM ELECTRIC POWER BEFORE
LUBRICATING CRADLE LIFT DRIVE SCREW
If power is not disconnected, lift motor may start unexpectedly,
causing serious injury
NOTE:
CRADLE LIFT LUBRICATION
Failure to keep the cradle lift
screw properly lubricated will
result in premature wear
of the brass lift nut Wear
caused by lack of proper
lubrication is NOT covered by
warranty.
Disconnect the fryer from electrical power.
Open rear access panel. Coat exposed threads of cradle lift screw
with moly (molybdenum disulfide) grease.
Close access panel and restore electrical power.
Recommended frequency is “as
required”, and, at a minimum,
every six months. Lubricate
cradle lift screw immediately if a
grinding or rubbing noise is
heard when basket is raising.
CRADLE LIFT
DRIVE SCREW
GREASE
THREADS
ACCESS PANEL
NOTE:
Smooth operation of the rollers
is essential to the life of the
frypot. If rollers do not turn
freely during operation, they will
soon wear grooves through the
frypot wall.
BRASS
NUT
CRADLE LIFT
DRIVE MOTOR
IMPORTANT:
IF ROLLERS ARE FROZEN
OR OTHERWISE FOUND TO
NOT SPIN FREELY AFTER
BEING THOROUGHLY
CLEANED, REPLACE THEM
IMMEDIATELY.
Wear to the FRYPOT caused
by frozen rollers is not
covered by warranty.
CRADLE ROLLER ASSEMBLIES
DAILY: Wash cradle in a dishwasher or in a sink with warm water and
mild soap or detergent.
Thoroughly flush roller
bearings with hot water
(under a faucet or with a
spray nozzle).
Rinse cradle thoroughly and
dry completely.
ROLLER
RETAINING NUT
Check rollers to be sure they
roll freely.
Check the bearing nuts.
KEEP THEM TIGHT!
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TROUBLESHOOTING - WFAE-55F (Manual Controls)
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SUGGESTED REMEDY
Unit disconnected from electric power
Reconnect to power
Check/reset circuit breaker
Temp control thermostat (item 10) not set Set thermostat to desired temperature
Fryer will not heat
Hi-Limit thermostat (item 9) tripped
Allow unit to cool, reset hi-limit
See page 3
Drain valve not closed (wand-equipped
units only)
Be sure drain handle is fully horizontal
Internal damage
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
Timer not set or not activated
Set timer to other than “0”, press red
button to lower cradle.
Lift cradle will not lower
Lift cradle will not raise
Filter pump will not run
Internal damage or mis-adjustment
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
Lift cradle not properly assembled to lift
rod
Properly assemble cradle pivot to lift rod
Internal damage or mis-adjustment
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
Switches not set for filtering
Press power switch (item 1) to FILTER
Press pump filter switch (item 6) to ON
Pump overload (item 9) tripped
Reset overload. Press red button until it
“clicks” and stays locked in
Internal damage (pump overload trips
frequently)
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
Drain valve (item 11) not properly set
Oil level in reservoir must be monitored at
all times while filtering. Adjust flow by
opening or closing drain valve
Filter reservoir overflows
during filter cycle
Filter leaf surface clogged with crumbs or Turn drain valve OFF. When bubbles
other cooking debris
begin appearing in frypot turn filter pump
switch OFF. Carefully slide reservoir out
12” and clear surface of filter leaf with
hi-temp brush or wooden dowel. Reinstall
reservoir and resume filtering.
Filter leaf not properly assembled or not
properly installed
Reassemble filter leaf. Be sure o-ring is
in place, o-ring receptacle is clean and
filter leaf is properly installed in reservoir.
Does not filter completely
Filter leaf screen damaged
Filter leaf o-ring damaged
Replace filter leaf
Replace filter leaf o-ring
Suction tube not seated, allowing air to
enter system
When inserting filter reservoir be sure
suction tube is fully seated in suction line
receptacle.
Filter pump won’t pump, or pumps air
when filtering
Suction tube o-ring damaged
Internal damage
Replace suction tube o-ring
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
NOTE: There are no user serviceable
components in the fryer. In all cases of
damage or malfunction, contact your
Authorized Wells Service Agency for
repairs.
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TROUBLESHOOTING - WFAE-55FS (Solid State Controls)
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SUGGESTED REMEDY
Unit disconnected from electric power
Reconnect to power
Check/reset circuit breaker
Menu temp not programmed or set too
low
Program menu key for desired
temperature
Fryer will not heat
Hi-Limit thermostat (item 9) tripped
Allow unit to cool, reset hi-limit
See page 3
Internal damage
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
Menu key not programmed for time, or
programmed to 00:00
Program menu key for desired time.
Be sure to press BASKET + DOWN to
lower basket.
Lift cradle will not lower
Internal damage or mis-adjustment
PAUSE pressed
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
Be sure to press BASKET + DOWN to
lower basket. Press PAUSE when
basket is down to resume
Lift cradle not properly assembled to lift
rod
Properly assemble cradle pivot to lift rod
Lift cradle will not raise
Filter pump will not run
Internal damage or mis-adjustment
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
Switches not set for filtering
Press power switch (item 1) to FILTER
Press pump filter switch (item 6) to ON
Pump overload (item 9) tripped
Reset overload. Press red button until it
“clicks” and stays locked in
Internal damage (pump overload trips
frequently)
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
Drain valve (item 11) not properly set
Oil level in reservoir must be monitored
at all times while filtering. Adjust flow by
opening or closing drain valve
Filter reservoir overflows
during filter cycle
Filter leaf surface clogged with crumbs or Turn drain valve OFF. When bubbles
other cooking debris
begin appearing in frypot turn filter pump
switch OFF. Carefully slide reservoir out
12” and clear surface of filter leaf with
hi-temp brush or wooden dowel. Rein-
stall reservoir and resume filtering.
Filter leaf not properly assembled or not
properly installed
Reassemble filter leaf. Be sure o-ring is
in place, o-ring receptacle is clean and
filter leaf is properly installed in reservoir.
Does not filter completely
Filter leaf screen damaged
Filter leaf o-ring damaged
Replace filter leaf
Replace filter leaf o-ring
Suction tube not seated, allowing air to
enter system
When inserting filter reservoir be sure
suction tube is fully seated in suction line
receptacle.
Filter pump won’t pump, or pumps air
when filtering
Suction tube o-ring damaged
Internal damage
Replace suction tube o-ring
Contact your Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs
NOTE: There are no user serviceable
components in the fryer. In all cases of
damage or malfunction, contact your
Authorized Wells Service Agency for
repairs.
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