Frymaster CF Series Troubleshooting Fryers with Thermostat Controls, Burner does not, filtering

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6.3 Troubleshooting Fryers with Thermostat Controls

CF SERIES GAS FRYERS

CHAPTER 6: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING

6.3 Troubleshooting Fryers with Thermostat Controls

PROBLEM

Probable Causes

Corrective Action

 

A. Pilot is not lit.

A. Light pilot per instructions in

 

Chapter 3 of this manual.

 

 

 

B. Drain valve not fully closed.

B. Verify drain valve is fully closed.

 

 

C. Verify that unit is correctly

Burner does not

C. No electrical power to unit.

plugged in and that circuit breaker

 

is not tripped.

light.

 

D. Verify that the gas line

 

 

connections are properly

 

D. No gas being supplied to unit.

connected, that any cutoff valves

 

between the fryer and the gas

 

 

 

 

main are open, and that the main

 

 

gas cutoff valve is open.

6.4 Troubleshooting the Built-In Filtration System

PROBLEM

PROBABLE CAUSES

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Unit will not go into

 

 

melt cycle or stays in

Failed melt cycle switch.

Melt cycle switch must be replaced.

melt cycle

Call FASC.

continuously.

 

 

 

 

Isolating the problem requires

Fryer never reaches

Failed thermostat or thermostat out of

additional troubleshooting beyond the

frying temperature.

calibration.

scope of operator troubleshooting.

Call FASC.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A. If the pump runs normally after

 

A. Thermal overload switch has

resetting the thermal overload

 

switch, the pump was overheated.

 

tripped on an overheated motor.

 

 

Pump won’t start.

Test: If the pump stopped

Always filter with the cooking

oil/shortening at or near frying

suddenly during the filtering

 

temperature.

OR

process, especially if after several

 

filtering cycles, the pump motor

Allow the pump motor to cool off

 

Pump stops during

has probably overheated. Place

for about 10 minutes after

the filter handle in the OFF

filtering.

filtering two full frypots one after

position, allow the pump to cool

 

the other.

 

for at least 45 minutes, and then

 

 

 

press the reset button on the pump

Check the filter paper after each

 

motor. Attempt to activate the

 

frypot is filtered. Replace the

 

pump.

 

paper if there is a large

 

 

 

 

accumulation of sediment.

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Contents Installation and CF SeriesGas Fryers APRILREQUIREMENTS in Chapter 2 of this manual for specifics Page TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 2 Installation InstructionsCHAPTER 5 Preventive Maintenance CHAPTER 6 Operator Troubleshooting1.1 Applicability and Validity 1.2 Parts Ordering and Service InformationCF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.3 Safety Information 1.4 European Community CE Specific InformationCE Standard for Incoming Gas Pressures CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION1.5 Equipment Description 1.7 Definitions 1.6 Installation, Operating, and Service PersonnelWarranty on your equipment 1.8 Shipping Damage Claim Procedure CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 General Installation RequirementsThe fryers must be installed with a 6 150 mm clearance at both sides and back when installed adjacent to combustible construction no clearance is required when installed adjacent to noncombustible construction. A minimum of 24 600 mm clearance should be provided at the front of the fryer The type of gas for which the fryer is equipped is stamped on the data plate attached to the inside of the fryer door. Connect a fryer stamped NAT only to natural gas, those stamped PRO only to propane gas, and those stamped MFG only to manufactured gas 2.2 Caster/Leg Installation 2.3 Pre-Connection Preparations4. Test the fryer electrical system 2.4 Connection to Gas Line CE Standard 2.5 Converting to Another Gas Type Non-CE Gas Conversion Instructions CE Gas Conversion InstructionsNon-CE Only 2-10CE Only 3.1 Start-Up Procedure CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSNon-CE Gas Valve CE Gas ValveACCESSING THE PILOT CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSLIGHTING THE PILOT ON NON-CE FRYERS least five minutes before attempting to re-light1. Ensure power to the unit is OFF, and then press the OFF red button. Wait 5 minutes 3.2 Boiling-Out the Frypot branded locations5. For units equipped with a Computer Magic III.5 Computer 3.3 Shutting the Fryer Down 3.4 Controller Operation and ProgrammingCF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4 FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 Draining and Manual FilteringIf you are using a Frymaster filter cone holder, be sure that the cone holder rests securely on the metal container 4.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Operation 4.2 Filter Magic II Filtration System Operation cont 7. Replace the crumb tray in the filter pan 1. To filter the oil, bring oil to operating temperature and turn the fryer power OFF. Then open the drain valve on the fryer you have selected to be filtered. If necessary, use the Fryer’s Friend steel rod to clear the drain from inside the frypot as necessary CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4 FILTRATION INSTRUCTIONS DANGER of the fryer and may cause injuryDrain handle in the closed position CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5.1 Fryer Preventive Maintenance Checks and ServicesInspect Fryer and Accessories for Damage Clean Fryer Cabinet Inside and OutDrain and Clean Frypot Check Recovery TimeClean Float Switch and Shaft Clean Detachable Parts and Accessories Check Computer Magic III Set Point Accuracy Clean Gas Valve Vent TubeCheck Thermostat Controller Thermostat Calibration Check Burner Manifold Pressure 5.3 Annual/Periodic System Inspection FryerBuilt-In Filtration System CF SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6 OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1 Introductioncontroller power and Burner will notlight Solid state analogindicator does not indicator is on butmode. cont CM III.5 displays6.3 Troubleshooting Fryers with Thermostat Controls 6.4 Troubleshooting the Built-In Filtration SystemBurner does not Unit will not go into6.4 Troubleshooting the Built-In Filtration System cont filtering. contPump starts, but no transfer takes placePower Shower is not or the transfer is veryslow. cont spraying properly6.5 Troubleshooting Abnormal Burner Operation Flame is visibleabove flue opening and burner is6.6 Replacing the Controller or Controller Wiring Harness THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK SERVICE HOTLINE Shipping Address 8700 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LouisianaFAX Parts 1-318-219-7140 FAX Tech Support Price $12.00
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