24G SERIES FLATBOTTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: SERVICE PROCEDURES

5.To adjust burner gas pressure, remove the cap from the gas valve regulator and adjust to correct pressure (arrows).

Pilot Ignition Valve (Line

Non-CE Electronic Ignition

CE Pilot Ignition Valve

Voltage)

Valve

 

6.Place the fryer power switch and the gas valve in the "OFF" position. Remove the pressure- measuring device fitting from the pressure tap hole and reinstall the pressure tap plug.

1.5 Adjusting the Pilot Flame (where applicable)

1.Remove the cap from the pilot adjustment screw hole on the gas valve.

2.Using a small, flat-tipped screwdriver, turn the pilot adjusting screw counterclockwise to increase length of flame or clockwise to decrease length of flame. Adjust to obtain a flame from 1 to 1-½ inches long.

3.Reinstall the pilot adjustment screw cap.

1.6 Calibrating the Thermatron Temperature Controller

1.Fill the frypot to the proper oil-level line with cooking oil/shortening. If solid shortening is used, ensure that the shortening is properly packed and melted in the frypot before proceeding.

2.Ensure the fryer ON/OFF switch is in the "OFF" position, and then light the pilot.

3.Place the fryer ON/OFF switch in the "ON" position. Set the Thermatron dial to 325°F (162°C).

4.Allow the oil/shortening to stabilize at setpoint temperature. This is evident when the burners have cycled on and off several times.

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Frymaster 1824/2424G manual Adjusting the Pilot Flame where applicable, Calibrating the Thermatron Temperature Controller