Dos and Don’ts

Frying procedures and the care of frying fat are discussed in detail in Chapter 12. The following points relate to the operation of the equipment:

1. When filling kettles with solid fats, set the thermostat at 250°F (120°C) until the fat has melted enough to cover the heating elements.
2. Keep the kettles filled to the fill line.
3. Make sure the drain valve is shut before adding fat to the empty kettle.
4. Check the accuracy of the thermostat regularly by reading the fat temperature with a thermometer.