Hobart ML-136819 User Manual

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HFD, HFCF SERIES ELECTRIC FRYER 
HOBARTCORP                                                                                                              F-32964 Rev. C (May 2012) 
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  Batter covered foods should be dropped carefully, one by one, into shortening or    
basket.  If you use the basket, first dip the basket into the shortening to  
 
 
reduce batter-build up on basket surfaces. 
 
  When frying is completed, remove basket or product.  Hang basket on rear  
 hanger. 
 
 
 
 
Fry Basket Capacity:   
 
HF50:  Recommended pounds per basket are 2.5 lbs. (1.1 kg). 
HF85:  Recommended pounds per basket are 3.5 lbs. (1.6 kg). 
 
 
EXTENDING SHORTENING LIFE 
 
Shortening life can be extended by the following guidelines: 
 
 
 
Do not salt foods over the fryer. 
 
 
Use good-quality shortening. 
 
 
Filter shortening daily (at a minimum). 
 
 
Replace shortening if it becomes poorly flavored. 
 
 Keep 
equipment 
and surrounding clean. 
 
 
Set thermostat correctly. 
 
 
Remove excess moisture and particles from food products before placing 
on fryer. 
 
TURNING ON THE FRYER 
 
 
Open the door to the fryer.  Turn the power switch to the on position. 
 
 
Set temperature by turning the knob to the desired temperatures. The burners will 
 light 
automatically. 
 
 
The burners will cycle on and off, maintaining the set temperature.