Fryer Pivotable Filter Cartridge for Fast In-Tank Filter Replacement
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing fryer systems face challenges with filter replacement, requiring extended downtime and manual cleaning to remove particles from the fryer before introducing new oil.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of a pivotable filter mount within the fryer vat allows for easy filter changeover by rotating the filter mount from a parallel to a perpendicular position, minimizing downtime and simplifying the process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a separate filter apparatus is used outside the fryer tank, then filtration effectiveness is improved, but system complexity and space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The filter cartridge is integrated directly into the fryer tank, merging the filtration function with the cooking vessel. The filter mount is attached to the tank wall, and the filter cartridge extends into the cooking oil, eliminating the need for separate external filtration equipment while maintaining effective particle removal from the oil.
2Ease of operation
If the filter is positioned outside the fryer tank, then filter replacement is simpler, but system downtime increases
Solution Approach 1:
The filter mount is designed to be rotatable between a first position (extending into the tank for filtration) and a second position (retracted for access). This dynamic positioning allows the filter cartridge to be quickly removed and replaced by rotating the mount, enabling maintenance without draining the oil or shutting down the fryer system.
3Loss of substance
If particles remain at the bottom of the fryer after draining old oil, then manual cleaning is required, but this increases maintenance time and labor
Solution Approach 1:
The filter cartridge is positioned to extend below the normal oil level, creating a filtering portion that reaches into the lower region of the tank where particles settle. This preliminary positioning ensures that particles are captured by the filter before they can accumulate at the bottom, eliminating the need for manual cleaning of the tank bottom.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This solution enables fast and easy filter changes with minimal downtime, ensuring continuous operation and improving the efficiency of the filtration system by ensuring all particles are removed from the oil.
Implementation Method 1
The pivotable filter mount and filter cartridge may be rotated to a second position that is substantially perpendicular to the bottom surface of the fryer vat
Implementation Method 2
the cooking oil is pumped or pressurized to move through the filter, located outside of the fryer tank or vat, to remove particulate from the oil
Data Source
AI summary
A fryer including a fryer vat configured to receive a volume of cooking fluid, the fryer vat having first and second bottom surfaces, a pivotable filter mount having first and second ends, a body between the first and second ends, wherein the body is configured to receive a filter cartridge having a longitudinal axis, and the first end of the pivotable filter mount is configured to pivotably couple to the fryer vat, a handle coupled to the pivotable filter mount, the handle being movable between first and second positions, wherein when the handle is in the first position, the longitudinal axis of the filter cartridge is substantially parallel to the second bottom surface, and when the handle is in the second position the longitudinal axis of the filter cartridge is substantially perpendicular to the second bottom surface.