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Problem | Probable Causes |
Fryer repeatedly
cycles on and off Fryer is in
Fryer heats until | Temperature probe or controller has | |
high limit trips with | ||
failed. | ||
heat indicator ON. | ||
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Fryer heats until |
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high limit trips | Contactor or controller has failed. | |
without heat | ||
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indicator ON. |
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Fryer stops heating | The high limit thermostat or | |
with heat indicator | ||
contactor has failed. | ||
ON. | ||
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Corrective Action
This is normal. The standard operational mode for the controller is for the elements to cycle on and off until the temperature in the frypot reaches 180ºF (82°C). The purpose of the
If available, substitute a controller known to be working for the suspect controller. If the substitute controller functions correctly, order a new controller. If substitution of the controller does not resolve the problem, the most likely cause is a failed temperature probe.
If available, substitute a controller known to be working for the suspect controller. If the substitute controller functions correctly, order a new controller. If substitution of the controller does not resolve the problem, the most likely cause is a contactor failed in the closed position.
The fact that the heat indicator is ON indicates that the controller is functioning properly and is calling for heat. The