Giles GEF-400 User manual

Giles Enterprises, Inc.

An ISO9001 Registered Company

2750 Gunter Park Drive West • Montgomery, AL 36109 USA

Fax: (334) 239-4117 • Internet: www.gfsequipment.com

Service Hotline (Toll Free): 1-800-554-4537 (USA & Canada Only)

Form No. 60831 (Release date: 6/02/03)(Revision date: 07/12/10)(Rev F)

GEF-40 0, GEF-560, GEF-720,

GEF-40 0-VH, GEF-560-VH, &

GEF-720-VH

Operations & Service Manual

Models: GEF-400

GEF-560

GEF-720

Models: GEF-400-VH

GEF-560-VH

GEF-720-VH

LIMITED WARRANTY

• Subject to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty as herein stated, all Giles

Enterprises, Inc., Foodservice Equipment and parts purchased new from an authorized Giles

Enterprises, Inc., representative are warranted as to defects in material or workmanship for a period

of 12 months from the date of installation, provided, however, that with regard to labor costs in

connection with this warranty, see below. All installations must be made by a qualified installing

agency in accordance with all applicable codes and/or regulations in the jurisdiction in which installed.

Limited warranty coverage is extended to the original owner only and is void if the unit is resold.

• During the Limited Warranty period, Giles Enterprises, Inc. will replace or recondition, at its

factory, any part or parts of this unit which Giles Enterprises, Inc. inspectors judge defective, provided

the unit has been subjected to normal usage, properly installed, operated and serviced. This Limited

Warranty does not cover cosmetic damage, and damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse,

alteration, negligence, abuse of the Giles Foodservice Equipment or the use of unorthodox repair

methods. All parts replaced under this Limited Warranty carry only the unexpired term of this Limited

Warranty. Limited Warranty service may be furnished only by an authorized Giles Enterprises, Inc.,

representative.

• If Limited Warranty service is requested, Giles Enterprises, Inc., will send factory-authorized

service representatives to repair, recondition, replace or inspect units of its manufacture with such

labor being rendered without cost to owner for ninety (90) days from the date of installation.

Otherwise, service, including labor and transportation charges or other expenses, in connection with

the removal or installation of any part or parts supplied under this Limited Warranty, are specified on

the original sales contract between the purchaser and the authorized Giles Enterprises, Inc.,

representative.

• Giles Enterprises, Inc. reserves the right to change or improve its equipment and parts in any

way without obligation to alter such equipment or parts previously manufactured.

• Giles Enterprises, Inc. makes no further warranties, express or implied including implied war-

ranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, and has no other obligation or liability not

specifically stated herein.

• Repair or replacement as provided under this limited warranty is the exclusive remedy. Giles

Enterprises, Inc., shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any

express or implied warranty on this product, except to the extent prohibited by applicable law. Any

implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited in

duration to the duration of this limited warranty.

• Used Giles Enterprises, Inc., Foodservice Equipment or parts or Giles Enterprises, Inc.,

Foodservice Equipment or parts not purchased from an authorized Giles Enterprises, Inc.,

representative, carry no warranties, express or implied.

Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Table Of Contents

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Safety Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Specific Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1-1. Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1-2. Standard Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1-3 Optional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1-4. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

1-4.1. Overall Dimensions for GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

1-4.2. Overall Dimensions for GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720/VH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

1-4.3. Regulatory Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1-4.4. Basket Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1-4.5. Cooking Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2-01. Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2-02. Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

2-03. Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2-04. Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

2-04.1 Routing conduit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

2-04.2 Service Box Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2-05. Ventilation of Non-Ventless Fryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2-06. Ventless Hood Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2-07. Ventless Hood Fire Suppress System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2-08. Fusible Link and Gas Cartridge Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2-09. Fire Extinguisher Nozzle and Tank Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2-10. Fire Alarm Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

2-11. Changing the Door Swing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

3-1. Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

3-2. Lower Cabinet Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

3-3. Filter Pan Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

3-4. Basket and Elevator Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

3-5. Ventless Hood (VH). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

3-6. Accessories (Included) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

3-7. Accessories (Not Included). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

4. Unit Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

4-1. Settings before testing unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

4-2. Power test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

4-3. Heating Element test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

4-4. Filter Pump Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

4-5. Perform Boil Out Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

4-6. Clean Filter Pan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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5. Fryer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

5-1. Cooking Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

5-1.1. Button and Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

5-1.2. Programming a Cooking Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

5-1.2. Programming a Cooking Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

5-1.3. Start a cooking cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

5-1.4. Cancel the current cooking cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

5-1.5. Enter Cool Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

5-1.6 Exit Cool Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

5-1.7. Lower and raise cooking basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

5-1.8. Enter Boil out cycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

5-1.9 Exit Boil out cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

5-2. Cooking Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

5-3. Filtering Liquid Shortening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

5-4. Removal of Liquid Shortening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

5-5. Normal Shut-Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

5-6. Emergency Shut-Down. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

6. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

6-1. Boil-Out Procedure (Cleaning the Fry Pot) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

6-2. Cleaning the Filter Pan and replacing Filter Paper after Boil Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

6-3. Cleaning the Filter Pan and replacing the Filter Paper daily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

7. Ventless Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

7-1. Hood Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

7-2. Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

7-2.01. Ventless Hood Filter Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

7-2.02. Baffle Filter Removal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

7-2.03. Baffle Filter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

7-2.04. Baffle Filter Missing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

7-2.05. Baffle Filter Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

7-2.06. EAC Filter Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

7-2.07. EAC Filter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

7-2.08. EAC Filter Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

7-2.09. EAC Filter Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

7-2.10. Charcoal Filter Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

7-2.11. Charcoal Filter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

7-2.12. Charcoal Filter Missing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

7-2.13. Charcoal Filter Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

7-2-14. Ultra Violet Lamp Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

7-2.15. Ultra Violet Lamp Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

7-2-16. Ultra Violet Lamp Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

7-2-17 Hood Filter Alarm Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

7-3. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

7-3.1. Monthly Interlock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

7-3.2. Quarterly Hood Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

7-3.3. Semi-Annual Fire Suppression System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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7-3.4. Annual Fire Suppression System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

7-3.5. 12 Year Fire Suppression System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

7-3.6. Maintenance & Service Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

8. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

8-1. Temperature Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

8-2. Oil Filtration System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

8-3. Basket Elevator System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

8-4 Ultimate Ventless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

9. Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

9–1. Parts Ordering and Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

9-2. Control Panel & Front Header. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

9-3. Front Lower Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

9-4. Rear Lower Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

9-5. Basket Cover and Basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

9-6. Filter Pan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

9-7. Front Ventless Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

9-8. Rear Ventless Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

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Safety

Safety Overview

Safety

The instructions contained in this manual have been prepared to aid you in learning the proper procedures

for installing and servicing your new Giles equipment, Model GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH,

GEF-560-VH and GEF-720-VH.

Throughout this manual, safety precautions are identified through the use of the safety alert symbol and

three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION. All safety alert information precedes the

step(s) to which they apply. Suggested, recommended, or other noteworthy information is identified

through the use of NOTES. Additionally, certain words are used to indicate a specific meaning or to add

emphasis.

The following words are used as indicated throughout the manual:

Shall: understood to be mandatory.

Should: understood to be advisory.

May: understood to be permissive.

Will: indicates a future event/condition to occur.

• Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

!

DANGER

• Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

!

WARNING

• Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Also used to alert against unsafe practices.

!

CAUTION

• When used without the safety alert symbol, CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,

if not avoided, may result in equipment/property damage, and void the warranty.

CAUTION

NOTE:

• Identifies suggested, recommended, or other noteworthy information.

or

Used in conjunction with signal words (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) to alert you of potential per-

sonal injury hazards, immediately preceding precautionary measures that pertain to subsequent step(s).

Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Failure to adhere to

safety precautions identified by the safety alert symbol may also void the warranty.

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Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Safety

• Turn off the unit and unplug the power cord before cleaning or performing maintenance.

• DO NOT hose down the

GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH or GEF-720-VH interior or

exterior with water.

• Failure to comply with these DANGER notices will result in death or serious injury, equipment/property damage,

and void the warranty.

For your safety, please observe the following precautions when operating or servicing your Giles equip-

ment, Model GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH and GEF-720-VH. Read the following

important safety information to avoid personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.

• Consult a qualified electrician to ensure that:

•• all electrical specifications and codes are met.

•• circuit breakers and wiring are of sufficient rating and gauge.

• The

GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH and GEF-720-VH must be properly grounded

and all electrical specifications must be met during installation.

• Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance could result in death or serious injury,

equipment/property damage, and void the warranty.

• DO NOT use or store gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance!

• Failure to comply with WARNING notices could result in death or serious injury and equipment/property damage

and void the warranty.

Specific Safety Precautions

!

DANGER

!

WARNING

• Internal ultraviolet radiation source

• Keep protective barrier in place.

• Replace all removable parts after servicing.

• An interlock is provided to reduce exposer to excessive ultraviolet radiation. DO NOT defeat the purpose of the

interlock.

!

WARNING

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Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Safety

• The GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH and GEF-720-VH must remain in the upright

(vertical) position.

• Exercise care when removing the wooden crate from around the unit.

• DO NOT operate the

GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH or GEF-720-VH unless you

fully understand the components and their intended function (see Section 3).

• The

GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH and GEF-720-VH and its parts are HOT!

Temperatures inside the unit may exceed 150°F (65.5°C).

Exercise caution when operating, loading/unloading food, cleaning or servicing.

Wearing of thermal oven mitts is recommended.

• Failure to comply with CAUTION notices may result in minor or moderate injury, equipment/property damage,

and void the warranty.

• Food products must be maintained at a temperature of 150°F (65.5°C) minimum or in accordance with local or

state health regulations.

• Fryers must be adequately and properly grounded. Improper grounding may result in electrical shock.

Always refer to your local electrical code to ensure proper grounding of this or any other electrical equip-

ment. Always consult with an electrician or other qualified service person to ensure breakers and wiring are

of sufficient rating and gauge for the equipment being operated.

• Giles Electric Fryers are available from the factory wired for various voltage, phase and hertz. Check the rating plate

on the front of the fryer to determine the correct power supply.

• Ensure the fry kettle is positioned in a secure, safe location with the casters in the locked position.

• Consult an electrician to ensure all electrical specifications have been met and the unit is properly grounded. The

wiring diagrams contained in this manual should aid your electrician in the installation of your fryer.

• Due to the high temperature of shortening in your fryer during cooking, it is extremely important the user exer-

cise caution in operation this equipment to avoid personal injury.

• Before attempting to operate the unit, refer to Section 3 to familiarize yourself with the various control functions.

Once you have read and fully understand Section 3, please follow the steps below precisely in order to prevent

equipment damage or malfunction.

• Be careful not to puncture the filter paper when using the brush to unclog the Drain Valve.

• Allow the unit to cool down a minimum of 15 minutes before cleaning or servicing.

• Be careful not to bend the fins or break the ionizer wires on the Electrostatic Air Cleaner (EAC) as this will pre-

vent the EAC from working properly and shut off the power to the appliance.

!

CAUTION

!

CAUTION

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• If the crate is damaged upon receipt, immediately inspect the GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-

560-VH or GEF-720-VH

and notify the carrier of any damage to the unit.

• To aid the electrician, an electrical wiring diagram is contained in this manual. Refer to the wiring diagram during

installation or servicing.

• Comply with all appropriate state and/or local heath regulations regarding the cleaning and sanitation of equip-

ment.

• The decibel level of the hood when operating is approximately 65 dB’s.

• Never attempt to clean the Charcoal Filter.

• The appliance and plenum nozzles have been factory installed in the proper operating position. DO NOT MOVE

OR ADJUST.

Model: GEF-400, 560, 720/VH Safety

• The electronic components of the Control Panel are impact-sensitive. Exercise care around the Control Panel to

maintain proper operation.

• DO NOT install the unit next to combustible walls and materials. Failure to maintain safe distances may result in

fire.

• During cleaning of the

GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH and GEF-720-VH:

•• DO NOT steam clean.

•• DO NOT use products containing chlorine.

•• DO NOT use abrasive products, steel wool or scouring pads.

•• DO NOT use oven cleaner.

• Failure to comply with these CAUTION notices may result in equipment/property damage and void the warranty.

• Failure to comply may violate local health codes.

• DO NOT Modify, Alter or Add Attachments to This Equipment!

CAUTION

Note:

1

Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Giles equipment, Model GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-

400-VH, GEF-560-VH, and GEF-720-VH, manufactured by Giles Enterprises, Inc., Montgomery, Alabama

(USA), hereafter referred to as "Giles". Every unit is thoroughly inspected and tested prior to shipment.

Proper care and maintenance will ensure years of trouble-free service.

To help protect your investment in this state-of-the-art cooking equipment, we recommend you take a few

moments to familiarize yourself with the installation, cleaning and maintenance procedures contained in this

manual. Adherence to these recommended procedures minimizes the potential for costly “Down-Time” and

equipment repairs. Please retain this manual for future reference.

Time/Temperature Controller -used to control the temperature of the cooking oil and the amount of

cooking time. Also displays alrm and cooking status.

Automatic Basket Lift

-used to automatically lift cooked product from hot cooking oil at the end of the

cooking cycle.

Oil Filtration System

-used to extend the life of cooking oil.

Ventless Hood Unit Only

Ventless Hood -used to remove particulates from the air without using a vent to the outside.

Extinguishing System

-built into the hood to extinguish an accidental fire from the cooking oil.

1. Introduction

1-1. Construction

1-2. Standard Features

Model GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH, is constructed of stainless

steel.

Ultimate Ventless: Ultra Violet light in conjunction with Giles patented air filtration system

improves emission cleaning and odor control as well as keeping the

unit free from grease build up.

Interlocking Start System (ILS)

-Interlocking Start System (ILS) -This system will cause the Hood and

the Appliance below the Hood to shut down when the hood filters

need to be cleaned or are not properly installed. ILS is required by

some cities and/or states. Please check with your local code officials to

see if this system is required.

1-3. Optional Ventless Hood Features

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Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Introduction

1-4. Specifications

1-4.1. Overall Dimensions for GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720

3

Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Introduction

1-4.2.Overall Dimensions for GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720/VH

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Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Introduction

8.6

19

Chicken Capacity

1-4.3.Regulatory Listings

UL (US and Canada)

UL Sanitation

CE

1-4.4.Basket Sizes

Model Basket Size Volume

Diameter Height

cubic inch cubic meter

GEF-400 & GEF-400-VH 1231.83 0.0201

in inmm mm

12.37 10.25314.19 260.35

GEF-560 & GEF-560-VH 1751.45 0.028714.75 10.25374.65 260.35

GEF-720 & GEF-720-VH 2178.63 0.035714.75 12.75374.65 323.85

1-4.5.Cooking Capacity

Model Liquid Shortening Capacity

lb

kg

GEF-400 & GEF-400-VH 45

21

GEF-560 & GEF-560-VH 60

27

GEF-720 & GEF-720-VH 75

37

gallon

5.8

7.8

9.7

liter

21.9

29.5

36.7

lb

24

kg

10.8

piece

count

40

56

72

14

6.3

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Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Installation

• DO NOT MODIFY, ALTER OR ADD ATTACHMENTS TO THIS EQUIPMENT

2. Installation

1. Keep the appliance and surrounding area free and clear from combustible materials. {(3")(7.6cm) for

Fryer and (18")(46cm) for Ventless Hood.}

2. Please retain this manual for future reference.

3. Please note wiring diagrams for this appliance are located in the rear of this manual. Ensure the

wiring diagram corresponds with the model being operated.

4. Please ensure this appliance is electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence

of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-1999.

5. Please provide adequate room for servicing and proper operation of this appliance. Also, provide

adequate ventilation in the operating area where necessary.

6. Always consult with an electrician or other qualified individual prior to installation.

7. Ensure voltage and amperage supplied to the unit are as specified on the fryer’s rating plate.

8. Make sure this unit is in a secure position and will not move. Locking casters are supplied on this

unit--use them!

9. Based on local codes, room size and appliances in use, exhaust ventilation may be required. This

often can be accomplished by the installation of an exhaust fan in the room in which the hood is

installed. To determine the requirements for your installation, supply the HVAC dealer the following

information.

a. The Hood exhausts between 510 to 680 cfm of air.

b. The average temperature of the air being exhausted from the Hood, after four (4) hours of contin-

uous frying, is approximately 90°F (32°C).

10. This appliance is to be installed, used and maintained in accordance with the Standard for Ventilation

Control, and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, NFPA 96-1994.

The above steps will help to ensure safe and proper installation of your fryer. If you have any questions con-

cerning these procedures, contact your local Giles distributor or other qualified service person.

This section provides a summary of the procedures necessary for proper installation of your new Giles equip-

ment, Model GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720, GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH. To prevent personal injury or

equipment damage, please ensure the following steps are taken.

2-01. Location

CAUTION

Note:

• The decibel level of the hood when operating is approximately 65 dB’s.

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Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Installation

Your Giles Fryer may arrive enclosed by a wooden crate. The Fryer is secured to a wooden platform by means

of high-tensile strength strapping.

• The Ventless Hood must remain in the upright (vertical) position.

• Exercise care when lifting or moving the unit.

• Exercise care when removing the wooden crate from around the unit.

• Failure to comply with these CAUTION notices may result in minor or moderate injury,

equipment/property damage, and void the warranty.

1. Carefully cut and remove the plastic shipping wrap and the strapping mentioned above.

2. Use pliers to loosen wire hooks which secure the wooden crate around the fryer. Remove the

wooden crate.

3. Carefully remove the fryer from the shipping platform. Your new fryer is extremely heavy, GEF-400,

GEF-560, GEF-720 are 332 lbs (151 kg) and GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH are 554lbs (252

kg), great care should be taken in lifting or moving the unit to prevent personal injury or equipment

damage.

Note:

• If crate is damaged, immediately inspect the unit and notify the carrier of any damage to the unit.

2-02. Unpacking

!

CAUTION

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Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Installation

2-03. Electrical Requirements

• Fryers must be adequately and properly grounded. Improper grounding may result in electrical

shock. Always refer to your local electrical code to ensure proper grounding of this or any other

electrical equipment. Always consult with an electrician or other qualified service person to ensure

breakers and wiring are of sufficient rating and gauge for the equipment being operated.

• Giles Electric Fryers are available from the factory in the voltage and phase listed below. Check the rating

plate on the front of the fryer to determine the correct power supply.

Table 2-03. Electrical Requirements (Continued on next page)

Model Voltage Phase Watts

AMPS

Breaker

Required

L1 L2 L3

GEF-400 208 1 10,000 60

48 48 ---

GEF-400 208 3 10,000 40

29 29 29

GEF-400 240 1 10,000 50

42 42 ---

GEF-400 240 3 10,000 35

25 25 25

GEF-400-VH 208 1 10,400 60

50 50 ---

GEF-400-VH 208 3 10,400 40

30 30 30

GEF-400-VH 240 1 10,400 60

44 44 ---

GEF-400-VH 240 3 10,400 35

26 26 26

Hz

60

GEF-400 380 3 9,585 20

14 14 14

GEF-400 415 3 10,000 20

14 14 14

50

GEF-400-VH 380 3 9,970 20

15 15 15

GEF-400-VH 415 3 10,400 20

15 15 15

50

!

CAUTION

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Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Installation

2-03. Electrical Requirements (Continued)

Model Voltage Phase Watts

AMPS

Breaker

Required

L1 L2 L3

GEF-560 208 1 15,000 100

72 72 ---

GEF-560 208 3 15,000 60

43 43 43

GEF-560 240 1 15,000 80

63 63 ---

GEF-560 240 3 15,000 50

38 38 38

GEF-560-VH 208 1 15,400 100

74 74 ---

GEF-560-VH 208 3 15,400 60

44 44 44

GEF-560-VH 240 1 15,400 80

64 64 ---

GEF-560-VH 240 3 15,400 50

38 38 38

GEF-720 208 3 20,000 80

58 58 58

GEF-720 240 3 20,000 60

49 49 49

GEF-720 480 3 20,000 35

25 25 25

GEF-720-VH 208 3 20,400 80

58 58 58

GEF-720-VH 240 3 20,400 60

50 50 50

GEF-720-VH 480 3 20,400 40

25 25 25

Hz

60

GEF-560 380 3 14,375 30

21 21 21

GEF-560 415 3 15,000 30

21 21 21

50

GEF-560-VH 380 3 14,770 30

21 21 21

GEF-560-VH 415 3 15,400 30

22 22 22

50

GEF-720 380 3 19,166 35

28 28 28

GEF-720 415 3 20,000 35

28 28 28

50

GEF-720-VH 380 3 19,600 35

28 28 28

GEF-720-VH 415 3 20,400 35

28 28 28

50

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Model: GEF-400, GEF-560, GEF-720 &

GEF-400-VH, GEF-560-VH, GEF-720-VH

Installation

2-04.1 Routing conduit

2-04. Electrical Connections

1. Install appropriate Circuit Breaker in Main Breaker Box. See Table 2-03.

2. Connect 1-1/4” Flexible Conduit from Main Breaker Box to Fryer. Allow enough Conduit so Fryer can

be moved from the wall for cleaning and servicing.See Figure 2-04.1.

3. Open Fryer Door and remove Service Box Cover. See Figure 2-04.2.

4. Route appropriate size Power Wires from the Circuit Breaker to the Fryer.

5. Connect the Power Wires to the appropriate Terminal Blocks located in the Service Box. See Figure

2-04.2.

6. Reinstall Service Box Cover and close the Fryer Door.

1-1/4” Straight or 90

degree Connector

1-1/4” Flexible

Conduit

Main Circuit

Breaker Box

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