HIGH EFFICIENCY DECATHLON (HD) SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING
8.1Pilot Burner Malfunction (cont.)
C.Pilot flame of proper size, but is unstable. Flame wavers and does not envelope the thermocouple completely at all times.
Check for drafts that might be caused by air conditioning equipment or
8.2Main Burner Malfunctions
A.Main burner will not come "ON"; gas not detected at main burner.
1.Check that the gas valve is open.
2.Check that the pilot is ignited and is operating properly.
3.Authorized Service Agent Only: Check the
4.Authorized Service Agent Only: Check the combination gas valve and replace if defective.
B.Main burner flames are small and appear lazy; shortening does not come up to temperature quickly.
• Authorized Service Agent Only: Check gas pressure at the pressure tap of the gas valve. Use dial type or standard
C.Signs of excessive temperature; shortening scorches and quickly becomes discolored.
1.Check operating thermostat. May be out of adjustment or calibration. Recalibrate if necessary.
2.Check gas pressure as outlined above.
3.Shortening used is of inferior quality and/or shortening has been used too long. Replace shortening.
4.Ensure frypot is clean when refilling with new shortening.