Patent ID: 6470881
Filing Date: 2002-10-29
Classification: A47J,F16L

Abstract:
A fryer comprising:a vat; a plurality of substantially parallel heat exchanger tubes housed within said vat; at least one apparatus for securing at least a pair of said plurality of tubes to each other, said apparatus comprising: a separator plate having a first edge and a second edge, wherein said first edge is substantially parallel to said second edge; a first concave arm having a first inner end formed integrally and substantially flush with said first edge and having a first outer end; and a second concave arm having a second inner end abutting said second edge and having a second outer end, wherein said first concave arm has a second end comprising a first tip that curls inwardly to grasp a first tube, and said second concave arm has a second end comprising a second tip that curls inwardly to grasp a second tube.