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PORTABLE FILTER
OWNERS MANUAL
MODELS PC14, LB-100, LB-165, LB-200
This Owner’s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model.
Use the Portable Filter only as instructed in this Service Guide.
1-800-KEATING
Part # 018164
PORTABLE FILTER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
A. PREPARING THE PORTABLE FILTER
1. Remove screen from over tubes/element with tongs or a Drain Clean Out
Rod (See Figure 1.1).
SCREEN OVER TUBES/ ELEMENTS WILL BE VERY HOT AND
SHOULD BE MOVED TO A SAFE PLACE.
2. Heat fryers to 325°F. Stir oil thoroughly until all water is removed and
shut fryer off (including pilot light) before filtering. (Figure 1.2)
NOTE: Water settles in the cooler oil in the Cold Zone. If the water is not
removed, the filter paper absorbs the water preventing the oil from
passing through it.
Figure 1.1: Remove screen over
elements/ tubes
OIL IS HOT. USE CARE WHEN FILTERING.
3. Place in clean filter tub (See Figure 1.3):
1st:
2nd:
3rd:
4th:
5th:
6th:
Filter Screen
Filter Paper (new sheet for each fryer)
Hold down ring
Secure hold down ring at each corner with “T” rod handles
Acidox filter powder (new powder for each fryer)
Strainer basket
Figure 1.2: Stir with spoon to
NOTE: Hold down ring makes a gasket-like seal on filter paper. Filter paper
must be placed edge to edge from front to back, overlapping on
sides. Filter Paper must be smooth and flat under hold down ring to
get a proper seal. Lock the two tension arms into place by pushing
down and rotating 90°.
remove water
NOTE: One package of Acidox is needed for every 40 pounds of oil.
B. FILTRATION
1. Place filter under fryer drain. Screw drain extension tube in to drain valve
if desired. Open main drain valve and let oil flow completely into filter
(See Figure 2.1).
2. Turn on pump and flush all crumbs from bottom of fryer into filter. Flush
out fryer completely (See Figure 2.2).
NOTE: Pump should be run for at least 30 seconds after crumbs are
removed from fryer. This will help prevent blockage in the drain lines.
3. Close fryer drain valve (See Figure 2.3).
4. Clean fryer vessel with non-abrasive scrub pad & Keating Klenzer.
5. Fill fryer with filtered oil by turning on pump and directing end of wand
into vessel (See Figure 2.4).
NOTE: Filters with two-way pump - do NOT place wand in cold zone of fryer
pot as it may pick up crumbs & other debris and excessively clog
filter paper.
Figure 1.3: Assemble filter
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C. CLEAN-UP
FILTER UNIT AND PIPES WILL REMAIN HOT FOLLOWING
FILTRATION. ALLOW THE UNIT TO COOL DOWN BEFORE CLEAN
UP. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE
OPERATOR.
1. Turn off filter and disconnect from electrical source.
2. Remove strainer basket and hold down ring for cleaning
3. Remove and discard filter paper and any residue.
4. Clean filter tub thoroughly.
Figure 2.1: Drain fryer
5. Coat inside of pump with oil if water has been running through it.
6. Place hose so that remaining oil will drain out.
D.
MELTING SOLID SHORTENING
1. Clean filter tub and remove all accessories.
2. Place a cube of shortening in filter tub.
3. Turn fat melter on. (50 lbs takes 1 hr to melt)
4. Once shortening is melted fill fryer with oil by turning on pump and
directing end of wand into vessel (See Figure 2.4).
DO NOT ALLOW SHORTENING TO SOLIDIFY IN FILTER AS IT WILL
ALSO SOLIDIFY IN PIPES.
Figure 2.2: Flush out fryer
DO NOT TURN ON FAT MELTER WITHOUT SHORTENING IN TUB.
WARRANTY REPAIRS
Keating’s 1 year parts & labor warranty begins with the date of installation.
In the event that your filter, under warranty, needs repairs other than routine
cleaning, you are requested to contact KEATING OF CHICAGO, INC.
(1-800-KEATING) before calling a local service company.
Figure 2.3: Close drain valve
HOT FLUID. DO NOT FILL
BEYOND MAXIMUM FILL LINE
LOCATED IN THE FRYER VESSEL.
Figure 2.4: Fill fryer with filtered
oil
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SELF-HELP GUIDE
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
SOLUTION (Follow Sequentially)
Motor runs but will not pump oil. A. Solidified shortening may have
plugged pipes.
Turn on fat melter for 20 minutes. This will heat
filter tub and pipes to free system of solidified
shortening. Reset motor before attempting filtering
(reset button is located on rear of pump motor).
B. Tub not set up properly.
Place components in tub per the following:
1. Filter screen on the very bottom.
2. Filter paper over filter screen (Lie it flat on the
bottom, creasing the sides).
3. Hold down ring (ensure paper is not folded,
lock hold down ring into place ensuring a tight
seal).
4. Sprinkle Acidox powder evenly over filter
paper (1 bag per 40 lbs. of oil).
5. Strainer basket for large debris.
Motor does not operate.
A. Not plugged in.
1. Plug filter into a 120 or 220 Vac electrical
power source.
2. Turn ON/OFF switch to ‘ON’.
B. Motor has overheated.
1. Allow motor to cool for approximately 10
minutes.
2. Press the motor overload reset button and try
again.
1. Call a qualified service technician to clean
your pump. Clogged motor pumps are not
covered by warranty.
C. Motor pump is clogged.
Preventitive maintenance should be performed during & after each use of the filter. Following preventative maintenance
procedures will help to keep your filter working efficiently. Proper care & servicing will lead to years of quality performance.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Familiarize yourself with the proper filtering procedure prior to attempting to filter:
1. To remove water, stir oil until bubbling stops; water will clog filter paper pores.
2. Use only one sheet of filter paper properly sealed under hold down ring.
3. Do NOT turn on fat melt without oil in filter tub.
4. Use a drain clean out rod if partial or full blockage in fryer drain is suspected.
5. If filter was used for fryer boil out, run oil through filter to lubricate motor/pump.
6. Clean filter and all components after each use. Do not permit oil to remain in filter drawer; it will clog the pump.
7. Verify all lights and controls operate.
8. Adhere to operating instructions in sequence given for proper filtration.
9. Prepare filter for next use by using new filter paper and Acidox Powder for each fryer.
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SERVICE
Replacement:
1. Connect tagged electrical leads to replacement
DISASSEMBLY
You will need:
switch.
Adjustable wrench
Standard pliers
“Stubby” screwdriver
Standard screwdriver
2. Insert replacement switch through panel from which
defective switch was removed. Insert nameplate over
toggle and secure to panel with nut supplied with
switch. Orient switch and tighten nut to secure in
desired position.
Servicing should only be performed by qualified and licensed
service companies. Always disconnect the electrical power
cable before attempting any service
3. Plug in filter power cord and operate switch to verify
switch orientation corresponds to nameplate legend.
If not, loosen attaching nut and reorient nameplate
and/or switch as desired and retighten nut.
The filter maybe hot; use care while servicing. As a
safety precaution, it is recommended you drain oil from
the filter vessel before performing any servicing.
C. MELT CYCLE SENSOR
A. MELT AND/OR PUMP INDICATOR LIGHTS
Removal:
1. Disconnect filter from electrical power source.
Removal:
1. Disconnect filter from electrical power source.
NOTE: Remove all oil from filter vessel. Filter must
be positioned on its end to access melt cycle
sensor.
2. Feel front end panel from bottom to locate rear of
defective indicator light. Note two tangs that extend
slightly beyond indicator light barrel diameter. Use a
standard pliers to squeeze tangs together and pull
indicator light free from panel. If indicator light doesn’t
release, squeeze tighter and break barrel to release
electrical leads. Discard broken pieces.
2. Raise front (power cord) end of filter and rest filter on
oil absorbing rags on its back end.
3. Remove bottom cover attaching screws; remove
bottom cover.
Replacement:
4. Remove electrical leads from defective melt cycle
sensor.
1. If necessary, clip off electrical leads as close as
possible to indicator light. If leads were clipped, trim
off insulation 1/8 inch from end.
5. Loosen heater element cover attaching nut adjacent
to melt cycle sensor sufficiently to release melt cycle
sensor and its retaining plate. Disengage melt cycle
sensor.
2. With electrical leads extending through panel front,
press them into recesses at rear of replacement
indicator light to secure them in place. Press
indicator light into panel until tangs engage to secure
indicator light to panel.
Replacement:
1. Orient replacement melt cycle sensor in its retaining
plate such that the metallic sensing surface will be in
direct contact with filter vessel. If necessary, reverse
orientation of retaining plate.
B. MELT AND/OR PUMP ON/OFF SWITCH
Removal:
1. Disconnect filter from electrical power source.
2. Position retaining plate under heater element and tab
on heater element cover with melt cycle sensor
sensing surface in direct contact with filter vessel.
Tighten loosened heater element attaching nut.
2. Unscrew nut securing defective switch to panel.
Push switch in to release from panel. Remove
nameplate from front of panel.
3. Attach removed electrical leads to melt cycle sensor.
Verify terminals are not in contact with any metallic
parts of filter vessel, heater cover or heater.
3. Access to rear of switch through bottom hole under
front end panel.
4. Disconnect leads from switch. Tag leads as they are
disconnected to assure, during replacement, they are
reconnected to the proper switch terminals.
4. Secure bottom cover with removed attaching screws.
5. Position filter right-side-up and clean up oil absorbing
rags.
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SERVICE (continued)
4. Remove attaching screws securing front panel. Tilt
E. HEATER ELEMENT(S)
back front panel to expose pump and motor.
Removal:
5. Remove motor junction box cover and remove
electrical leads from motor terminals. Tag leads as
they are disconnected to assure, during replacement,
they are reconnected to proper terminals.
1. Disconnect filter from electrical power source.
NOTE: Remove all oil from filter vessel. Filter must
be positioned on its end to access heater
element(s).
6. Unscrew coupling nut securing suction tube under
filter vessel from plumbing connected to pump and
motor suction port. Oil absorbing rags should be
available as some oil spillage should be expected.
2. Raise front (power cord) end of filter and rest filter on
oil absorbing rags on its back end.
3. Remove bottom cover attaching screws; remove
bottom cover.
7. While supporting pump and motor, remove attaching
nuts, flat washers and screws; remove pump and
motor. Note orientation of plumbing elbows at pump
suction port and then unscrew these parts.
4. Remove electrical leads from defective heater
element(s). Tag leads as they are disconnected to
assure, during replacement, they are reconnected to
the proper terminals.
8. Remove motor junction box cover and disconnect
electrical leads from motor terminals. Tag leads as
they are disconnected to assure, during replacement,
they are reconnected to the proper terminals.
5. Loosen heater element(s) cover attaching nuts
sufficiently to release defective heater element(s).
Carefully remove heater element(s) being careful not
to dislodge cover insulator(s).
Replacement:
1. Install removed plumbing parts into replacement
pump and motor suction port in same orientation
noted at removal using teflon tape or a good food
grade pipe joint compound on male threads only of
disassembled plumbing parts.
Replacement:
1. Carefully position replacement heater element(s)
between filter vessel and cover insulator(s).
2. Tighten loosened heater elements cover attaching
nuts to secure heater element(s) in position against
filter vessel.
2. Position pump and motor onto its base and secure
loosely with removed screws, flat washers and nuts.
3. Connect tagged electrical leads to motor terminals.
Install motor junction box cover.
3. Connect tagged electrical leads to heater element(s).
4. Secure bottom cover with removed attaching screws.
4. Tighten suction tube coupling nut onto mating pump
suction port fitting. Then fully tighten pump and motor
mounting hardware.
5. Position filter right-side-up and clean up oil absorbing
rags.
5. Position front panel onto frame and secure in position.
Install bottom cover.
F. PUMP AND MOTOR
Removal:
6. Position filter right-side-up and clean up oil absorbing
rags.
1. Disconnect filter from electrical power source.
NOTE: Remove all oil from filter vessel. Filter must
be positioned on its end to access pump and
motor.
7. Connect hand hose assembly to quick disconnect on
discharge port.
2. Disconnect hand hose assembly from quick
disconnect on discharge port on defective pump and
motor.
3. Raise front (power cord) end of filter and rest filter on
oil absorbing rags on its back end. Remove bottom
cover.
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SERVICE (continued)
I. HEAT TAPE
Removal:
1. Disconnect filter from electrical power source.
NOTE: Remove all oil from filter vessel. Filter must
be positioned on its end to access heat tape.
2. Raise front (power cord) end of filter and rest filter on
oil absorbing rags on its back end.
3. Remove bottom cover attaching screws; remove
bottom cover.
4. Sketch course defective heat tape follows to assure
oil and various components can be sufficiently heated
during filter operation preventing any solidification.
Then remove heat resistant mastic tape holding heat
tape to filter components.
5. Remove hardware securing heat tape ends to
electrical terminals. Unwind heat tape from filter
components.
Replacement:
1. Wind replacement heat tape onto and around filter
components following same course of removed
defective heat tape.
2. Secure heat tape ends to electrical terminals with
removed hardware.
3. Use a heat resistant mastic tape to secure heat tape
in place on filter components.
4. Secure bottom cover with removed attaching screws.
5. Position filter right-side-up and clean up oil absorbing
rags.
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