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4.
DAILY OPERATIONS:
4.1 GENERAL:
The Dean Portable Filters are designed to
operate primarily as an independent filter
unit. Operations always start by ensuring
the unit is properly plugged in, then rolling
the filter to the fryer to be filtered. The
filter will work directly under the fryers’
drain valves. Figure 4-1 shows the general
layout of a generic MF90 Series Portable
Filter System with major components
identified.
4.2 FILTERING TOOLS:
These tools are not required, but are
recommended to make the filtering task
easier.
a.
Measuring Cup: Used to measure
sixteen (16) ounces by volume of filter
powder.
b.
Apron To protect user from possible
splashing hot oil.
c.
Gloves: Used to expedite filtering and
prevent burns from splashing oil.
4.3 FILTER PREPARATION:
a.
Pull the filter unit close to the fryer.
Remove the filter pan cover.
b.
Make certain filter power switches are
in “OFF” position.
c.
Plug filter into electrical outlet (if unit
has a heater) and turn on heater switch
to allow pan to preheat.
d.
Visually inspect the filter paper.
Scrape debris off the filter paper. If
the filter paper appears scuffed or
darkened, replace the filter paper per
instructions found in Section 4.4 of
this manual.
e.
Sprinkle 16 ounces of filter powder on
the top filter sheet. Ensure the top
filter paper sheet is covered evenly.
f.
Place filter-pan cover on top of the
filter pan and slide the portable filter
unit under the fryer drain.
Oil
Return
Hose
Fryer Vessel
Filter
Pump
Drain Valve
with
Extension
Quick
Disconnect
Arrows show
direction of oil
flow.
Figure 4.1
