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    Frymaster, a mem ber of the Commercial Food Equi pment Service Association, rec ommends using CFESA Certified Technician s. 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 NOVEMBER 2001 `8195 311 ~ Gas Cooker Models GSMS, GBC and GC Installation and Operation Manual[...]

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    DANGER IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJ USTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE, OR MAINTENA NCE CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMA GE, I NJURY, OR DEATH. R EAD THE INSTALLATION, OPERATING, AND SERVICE INSTRUCTION S THOROUGHL Y BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING T HIS EQUIPM ENT. DANGER FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT ST ORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OT HER FLAMMABLE LIQUID S OR VAPORS IN THE V[...]

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    i GAS COOKERS GSMS, GBC AND GC INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: General Information 1.1 Applicability and Validity.................................................................................................. 1-1 1.2 Parts Ordering and Service Information ............................................................[...]

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    1-1 GAS COOKERS GSMS, GBC, AND GC INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL CHAPTER 1 : GENERAL INFORMATION RETAIN AND STORE THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE USE 1.1 Applicability and Validity The GSMS/GBC/GC model family has been approved by the European Union for sale and installation in the following EU countries AT, BE, DE, DK, ES, FI, FR, GB, IE[...]

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    1-2 In addition to the model number, serial number, and type of gas, please be prepared to describe the nature of the problem and have ready any other information that you think may be helpful in solving your problem. 1.3 Safety Information Before attempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly. Throughout this manu[...]

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    1-3 delivers 80,000 BTUs (23.4 kW – 84.4, megajoules) to cook 10 pounds (4.5kg) of dry pasta per bulk basket. The cooker can also be used to reheat up to 12 10-ounce (0.28kg) packages of pre-cooked food at a time. The cookpot measures 18 x 24 x 8 inches (457 x 610 x 203 mm) and holds 2.7 gallons (48-liters) of water. Model Comparison: GSMS: The ?[...]

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    1-4 QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Qualified service personnel are those who are familiar with Frymaster equipment and who have been authorized by Frymaster Corporation to perform service on Frymaster equipment . All authorized service personnel are required to be equipped with a complete set of service and parts manuals, and to stock a minimum amount[...]

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    2-1 GAS COOKERS GSMS, GBC, AND GC INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL CHAPTER 2 : INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 General Installation Requirements Qualified, licensed, and/or authorized installation or service personnel, as defined in Section 1.7 of this manual, should perform all installation and service on Frymaster equipment. Conversion of this app[...]

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    2-2 installed so that products of combustion are removed efficiently, and that the kitchen ventilation sy s- tem does not produce drafts that interfere with proper burner operation. The cooker flue opening must not be placed close to the intake of the exhaust fan, and the cooker must never have its flue extended in a “ chimney ” fashion. An ext[...]

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    2-3 with all local codes. In CANADA , installation must conform to Standard CAN/CGA -B149.1 or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Installation Codes for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment . In addition, installation must comply with all local codes. In AUSTRALIA , this appliance must be installed by an authorized person in accordance with these instructions, local [...]

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    2-4 2.3 Pre-Connection Preparations DANGER Do not connect cooker to gas supply before completing each step in this section. After the cooker has been positioned under the exhaust hood, ensure the following has been accomplished: 1. Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of cookers without depending upon the gas line connections. If a[...]

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    2-5 6. Connect the desired drain plumbing to the 1¼–inch drain valve. 7. Test the cooker electrical system: a. Plug the cooker electrical cord into a grounded electrical receptacle of appropriate voltage. (Check the rating plate on the cooker door to determine the proper voltage). b. Place the power switch in the ON position and verify that the [...]

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    2-6 2.4 Connection to the Gas Line The GSMS/GBC/GC family of gas cookers has been approved for use with natural and propane (LP) gas. The cookers in this family have also received the mark for the countries and gas categories indicated in the accompanying table. CE Standard The nominal heat input (Qn) is 21kW except for AT, DE, LU and for category [...]

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    2-7 The size of the gas line used for installation is very important. If the line is too small, the gas pressure at the burner manifold will be low. This may cause slow recovery and delayed ignition. Frymaster recommends the incoming gas supply line be a minimum of 1 ½ ” (38mm) in diameter. Refer to the chart below for the minimum sizes of conne[...]

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    2-8 4. It is recommended that the burner gas pressure be checked at this tim e by the local gas company or an authorized service agent. Refer to “Check Burner Pressure” in Chapter 4 of this m anual for the proper procedure. The accompanying tables lis t the burner gas pressures for the various gas types that can be used with this equipment. G a[...]

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    2-9 CE Gas Conversion Instructions 1. Between G20- and G25- type Natural Gas, adjust the gas pressure at the gas valve regulator. (Refer to the CE Standard for Burner Gas Pre ssure Table on Page 2-7.) Do not change the orifices. 2. Between a 2 nd family (G20 or G25) and a 3 rd family gas (G31 Propane): a. Change the orifices. b. Change the ignitors[...]

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    3-1 GAS COOKERS GSMS, GBC, AND GC INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 6 5 4 3 2 10 7 8 9 1 Numeric Keypad 6 Skim Switch 2 Boil Mode Indicator 7 Timer Start Switch 3 Boil Mode Switch 8 Simmer Mode Switch 4 Power Switch 9 Simmer Mode Indicator 5 LED Display 10 Trouble Light 3.1 Introduction The Spaghetti Magic Contro[...]

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    3-2 LOW WATER SENSING automatically closes the gas valve (thereby extinguishing the burner flame) if the water in the cookpot drops too low. When the water level in the cookpot is below the low-water sensor, such as when draining and cleaning the cookpot, the controller display will read LO . NORMAL WATER LEVEL SENSING , on units configured with th[...]

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    3-3 2. On Non-CE units, turn the gas valve knob to the ON position (see illustration at right.) NOTE: CE gas valves do not have an ON/OFF knob. These valves will activate automatically when the controller power switch is placed in the ON position and the lower water level sensor is covered with water. The burners should light for several seconds an[...]

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    3-4 3.2.3 Boiling Out the Cookpot To ensure that the cooker is free of contamination from manufacture, shipping, or handling during installation, the cookpot must be boiled out before first use. 1. Close the drain valve and fill the cookpot with a mixture of cold water and 1 cup of detergent. 2. Place the unit into operation (see Section 3.2.1). 3.[...]

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    4- 1 GAS COOKERS GSMS, GBC, AND GC INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL CHAPTER 4 : PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 4.1 Daily Preventive Maintenance It is normal for a coating of starch to form on the sensors and temperature probes during operation. If the coating is allowed to build-up, it will adversely affect the operation of the equipment. The preventive m[...]

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    4- 2 4.2 Cleaning the Gas Valve Vent Tube This procedure should be performed at least once every 90 days. NOTE: This procedure is not required for cookers configured for export to CE countries. The gas valves on CE units are not equipped with vent tubes. 1. Set the power switch and the gas valve to the OFF position. 2. Carefully unscrew the vent tu[...]

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    4- 3 4. Wrap the motor with plastic wrap to prevent water from entering it. Spray degreaser or detergent on the blower wheel and the blower housing. Allow it to soak for five minutes. Rinse the wheel and hou s - ing with hot tap water, then dry with a clean cloth. Wrap the motor and wires with plastic wrap or a plastic bag. BLOWER HOUSING BLOWER WH[...]

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    4- 4 TYPICAL NON-CE BLOWER ASSEMBLY TYPICAL CE BLOWER ASSEMBLY 4.4 Adjusting the Burner Gas Pressure DANGER Frymaster recommends that ONLY qualified service personnel perform this task. 1. On Non-CE cookers, ensure that the gas valve knob is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the pressure tap plug from the gas valve assembly. Typical Non-CE Valve Assem[...]

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    4- 5 Gas Pressure Natural Lacq (G20) under 20 mbar 7 mbar Natural Gronique* (G25) under 25 mbar 12 mbar Propane (G31) under 37 mbar 22,2 mbar CE Standard for Burner Gas Pressure * Belgian G25 = 7,0 mbar Gas Pressure Natural 3.5" WC 0.87 kPa 8.718 mbar Propane 8.25" WC 2.05 kPa 20.55 mbar Non-CE Standard for Burner Gas Pressure 6. To adjus[...]

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    4- 6 determine which version of the controller you have, turn the controller off by pressing the power switch. The display will go blank. Press the Simmer Mode (right thermometer icon) switch. If Code appears in the display, the setpoint is changed via programming; if not, skip to Manual Adjustment on the next page. 1. Press 1, 6, 5, 0 to enter the[...]

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    5-1 GAS COOKERS GSMS, GBC, AND GC INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL CHAPTER 5: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 5.1 Introduction This chapter provides a reference guide to the more comm on problems that m ay occur during the operation of this equipment. The troubleshooting guides in this chapter are intended to help you correct, or at least accurately diag[...]

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    5-2 5.2 Operator Troubleshooting Guides Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action A. Ignition module lockout (the burners failed to light within 4 seconds). Indicator : Red trouble light on control panel is illuminated. A. Turn the controller OFF. Open the control panel by removing the screws in the upper corners. If there are two ignition mod- ule[...]

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    5-3 Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action A. Dirty water level sensors. (If the water level sensors are dirty, the controller may not “know” the pot is full.) A. Remove the probe block cover and clean the sensors using a Scotchbrite™ or similar pad and a solution of detergent and water. B. Insufficient mineral content in water. (Pure wate[...]

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    5-4 Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action A. Controller out of adjustment. A. Adjust controller in accordance with procedure in Chapter 4. B. Failed controller. Test : If another controller known to be working is available, substitute the working controller for the suspect controller. If the unit begins to fill, the controller has failed. B. Or[...]

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    5-5 5.3 Wiring Diagram[...]

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    5-6 5.4 Replacing the Controller 1. Disconnect the cooker from the electrical supply. 2. Remove the two screws in the upper corners of the control panel and swing the panel open from the top, allowing it to rest on its hinge tabs. 3. Disconnect the wiring harness from the back of the controller. 4. Disconnect the ground wire from the controller. Re[...]

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    Frymaster, L.L.C., 8700 Line Avenue, PO Box 5100 0, Shreveport, Louisiana 71135-1000 Shipping Address: 8700 Line Av enue, Shreveport, Louisiana 71106 TEL 1-318-865-1711 FAX (Parts) 1-318-219-7140 (Tech Support) 1-318-219-713 5 PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES SERVICE HOTLINE 1-800-551-8633 819-5311 NOVEMBER 2001[...]