Leakage
When a frypot appears to be leaking, suspect the areas where
If oil coats the sides or ends of the frypot, the most likely cause is spillage over the top of the frypot. There may also be oil pooled on the floor below the fryer. This is not necessarily a sign that the frypot is leaking.
It is important to check the joints between round drain sections and all of the fittings. If removing a section of drain tube connected to the drain valve for any reason, make sure that the
In very rare cases, a leak may develop along one of the welded edges of the frypot. When this type of leak is suspected, thoroughly inspect the frypot. If it is definitely leaking, replace the frypot.
Basket Lift Malfunction
Performance Pro series gas fryers may be optionally equipped with automatic basket lifts to ensure uniform cooking time. The lifts can be controlled manually or through a basket lift timer or Computer Magic computer. Basket lifts will always come in pairs, although each operates independently.
Each basket lift consists of a basket lift arm attached to a toothed rod, a
In units configured for manual
In units configured for basket lift timers or Computer Magic computers, the process is almost identical. The difference is that the push button mechanical timer is replaced with timing circuitry in the computer or controller. The operator programs the specific cook times (and other settings) into the computer or controller. When the product button is pressed, the timing circuitry activates a coil in the basket lift relay to supply power to the lower microswitch. As with the manually controlled units, the microswitches stop the motor at the lift’s upper and lower travel limits and reverse the direction of current flow, reversing the motor’s direction.
There are three basket lift problem types. They are
•binds and jams,
•motor and gear wear, and