Frymaster 8BC, 8SMS, 8C manual Replacing the Element

NOTE: This is a composite drawing for illustrative purposes only. It shows all parts that may be mounted in the component box. Depending upon the specific configuration of a particular unit, the actual parts present will vary.

NOTE: Refer to the following wiring diagrams for wiring connections:

8050377J: 208V through 230V 8SMS, 8BC, 8C

8050462C: 480V/120V 8SMS, 8BC, 8C

Basket Lift Relay (8SMS, 8BC only)

Contactor Block (all units)

Basket Lift Wiring Conduit (8SMS and 8BC only)

Element Wiring Conduit (all units)

15-pin Wiring Harness Connecting Plug (all units)

Transformer (all units)

120V Power Cord (480V/120V units only)

Solenoid Valve (units with Autofill/Autoskim only)

Terminal Block (all units)

Basket Lift Fuse and Holder (8SMS, 8BC only)

System Fuse and Holder (all units)

6.3.3 Replacing the Element

1.Drain the cookpot and disconnect the cooker from the electrical power supply.

2.Remove the cover from the component box. (It may be helpful to remove the drain plumbing below the drain valve to better access the interior of the component box.)

3.Make a note of where the leads are connected to the contactor block, then disconnect the leads.

4.Cut the wire ties on the fiberglass insulation and remove the insulation from the element leads.

5.Cut the metal wire ties that secure the high-limit thermostat to the element, being careful not to bend the thermostat.

6.Remove the brass nuts from the element legs and carefully pull the failed element from the cookpot.

Secure the high-limit

thermostat along the inside of this leg with two metal wire ties.

Standoff

Teflon Washer

29-inch (73.7 cm) leads

shown shortened for clarity.

Brass Nut

6-3