Motak MGF3-N, Owner & Installer Manual

Page 1: ... MGF5 N MGF5 P MGF3 N S MGF3 P S MGF4 N S MGF4 P S MGF5 N S MGF5 P S MGF3 N C MGF3 P C MGF4 N C MGF4 P C MGF5 N C MGF5 P C MGF3 N C S MGF3 P C S MGF4 N C S MGF4 P C S MGF5 N C S MGF5 P C S Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage injury or death Read the installation operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing...

Page 2: ...r Purchase from Name of Installer Phone Number Model Number Serial Number For Warranty Service please call 833 474 0367 BE SURE TO HAVE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER AVAILABLE WHEN CALLING FOR SERVICE OR PARTS Attach a copy for your proof of purchase here WARNING THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT SUITABLE FOR INSTALLATION IN A NON COMMERCIAL OR RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION WARRANTY AND LIABILITY WILL BE VOIDED ...

Page 3: ... must be fully understood even though not dangerous FIRE HAZARD FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Keep area around appliances free and clear of combustibles Purchaser of equipment must post in a prominent location detailed instructions to be followed in the event the operator smells gas Obtain the instr...

Page 4: ...HIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE MODELS This manual is for MOTAK Gas Floor Model Fryers with 40 pound MGF3 50 pound MGF4 and 75 pound MGF5 capacities The capacity is described on the serial plate that is located on the inside of the front door TABLE OF CONTENTS Gas Supply and Burner Information Page 5 Installation Page 5 Operation Page 11 Cooking Hints Page 13 Cleaning Page 14 Parts Page 16 Read th...

Page 5: ...carrier Apparent damage or loss must be noted on the freight bill at the time of delivery The freight bill must then be signed by the carrier representative Driver If the bill is not signed the carrier may refuse the claim The carrier can supply the necessary forms A request for inspection must be made to the carrier within 15 days if there is concealed damage or loss that is not apparent until af...

Page 6: ...crewed in or out to lower or raise each corner of the fryer 5 Attach restraints as required by local codes Unit must be level to assure maximum performance and proper ventilation Improper leveling may void warranty This appliance must be installed with the casters supplied a connector complying with either ANSI Z21 69 CSA 6 16 and a quick disconnect device complying with ANSI Z21 41 CSA 6 9 It mus...

Page 7: ...103 Page 7 Step 3 Flue Installation 1 Unpack the flue box and flue wrap 2 Slide the flue box over the flue and secure it with the two self tapping screws using a 5 16 socket 3 Slide the flue wrap over the flue 4 Secure it with four self tapping screws two on the back and one on each side using a 5 16 socket ...

Page 8: ...nough to check equipment performance then turn hood back on and let it run to remove any exhaust that may have accumulated during the test The exhaust fan should be installed at least 2 feet above the vent opening at the top of the fryer Make sure all ventilation meets local code requirement This unit is not intended to be connected directly to an outside flue There must be adequate clearance betw...

Page 9: ...sary for satisfactory performance A combination gas valve and pressure regulator which is provided with each unit is set to maintain a 4 W C manifold pressure for natural gas or 10 0 W C manifold pressure for propane gas However to maintain these conditions the pressure on the supply line when all units are operating simultaneously should not drop below 7 W C for natural gas or 11 W C for propane ...

Page 10: ...at the fryer is level Use a long spirit level four ways across the front and rear of the frypot and along each edge Checking For Gas Leaks Using a gas leak detector or a soapy water solution is recommended for locating gas leaks Matches candle flame or other sources of ignition shall not be used for this purpose Check entire piping system including the internal piping and Pipe Union inside of the ...

Page 11: ... in the frypot 6 Pack solid shortening into the zone below the tubes all spaces between the tubes and at least an inch above the top of the tubes before lighting the fryer If any air spaces are left around the heat tube surfaces when the heat is turned on the tube surfaces will become red hot burn the solid shortening weaken the frypot and could result in a fire 7 To prevent burning or scorching t...

Page 12: ...lot stays lit turn the knob counterclockwise to the ON position Do not press down on the knob in this step 5 Do NOT turn the thermostat ON until the frypot is filled with oil or solid shortening 6 Once the frypot is filled with shortening set the thermostat to the desired temperature Pilot Burner Adjustment 1 Remove pilot adjustment cap 2 Adjust pilot key to provide properly sized flame on the the...

Page 13: ...e accuracy tolerance of the sensor the oil temperature may reach as high as 475 F In the event the fryer shuts down due to this condition the oil must be cooled to below 400 F before the pilot burner can be re ignited When the oil has cooled use the Lighting procedure on page 12 to place the fryer back in operation If the problem persists contact your MOTAK Service Representative or the MOTAK Serv...

Page 14: ...ough several thicknesses of cheesecloth or filter it back using a filter machine 6 Replace the basket support frame if applicable 7 Add oil or shortening to MIN oil level mark on rear of frypot 8 To resume cooking turn the combination gas valve knob to ON position WEEKLY CLEANING 1 Follow steps 1 through 4 of the Daily Cleaning procedures see previous section 2 Close drain valve and fill frypot wi...

Page 15: ...ts that do not respond to the above procedure can usually be removed by rubbing the surface with SCOTCH BRITE scouring pads or STAINLESS scouring pads DO NOT USE ORDINARY STEEL WOOL as any particles left on the surface will rust and further spoil the appearance of the finish NEVER USE A WIRE BRUSH STEEL SCOURING PADS EXCEPT STAINLESS SCRAPER FILE OR OTHER STEEL TOOLS Surfaces that are marred colle...

Page 16: ...45 Thermostat Knob 1 1 1 3 400044 Regulating Thermostat 200 F to 400 F 1 1 1 4 400042 Combination Gas Valve Natural 1 1 1 400146 Combination Gas Valve Propane 5 400070 Flexible Pilot Tubing 1 1 1 10 300036 Right Fryer Burner 1 1 1 300037 Center Fryer Burner 1 2 3 300038 Left Fryer Burner 1 1 1 11 400043 Thermopile 1 1 1 12 300034 Main Burner Orifice 39 Natural 3 4 5 300035 Main Burner Orifice 52 P...

Page 17: ...D No Part Description 3 Tube 4 Tube 5 Tube 1 400037 Basket Support 1 1 400056 Basket Support 1 2 400036 Drain Valve Ball Style 1 1 1 3 C200016 Fry Tank Only 1 C200017 Fry Tank Only 1 C200056 Fry Tank Only 1 4 400071 Drain Extension 1 1 1 5 400075 Flue Top 1 400076 Flue Top 1 400077 Flue Top 1 6 400078 Flue Wrap 1 1 400079 Flue Warp 1 ...

Page 18: ...1 300032 Door Magnet 1 1 1 3 400147 6 Adjustable Leg Opt Opt Opt 266001 1 Caster Kit 2 Front Swivel w Brake 2 Rear Fixed 1 1 1 6 400057 Fry Basket 13 25 L x 6 5 W x 6 D 2 2 400039 Fry Basket 17 5 L x 9 25 W x 6 D 2 8 400072 FLAME GUARD OPTIONAL 9 266863 2 FRYER TO FRYER CONNECTOR STRIP OPTIONAL 1 1 266863 3 FRYER TO FRYER CONNECTOR STRIP OPTIONAL 1 10 266211 1 FRY TANK COVER OPTIONAL 1 1 266211 2 ...

Page 19: ...MOTAK FLOOR MODEL GAS FRYERS OWNER S INSTALLER MANUAL For Warranty Service Call 833 474 0367 Revision 20201103 Page 19 THIS PAGE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK ...

Page 20: ...ll 833 474 0367 A product with the MOTAK name incorporates the best in durability and low maintenance We all recognize however that replacement parts and occasional professional service may be necessary to extend the useful life of this unit When service is needed contact an MOTAK Authorized Service Provider or your equipment dealer To avoid confusion always refer to the model number serial number...