Problem

Probable Cause

 

 

A.Pilot is not lit.

B.Loose, dirty, or corroded terminals on gas valve.

C.Loose, dirty, or corroded terminals on thermostat.

D.Thermostat, gas valve, or hi-limit wires broken or shorted.

Burner does not light at all.

 

E.

Thermostat out of calibration.

 

 

 

 

F.

If the above causes have all been

 

 

ruled out, the probable causes are

 

 

a failed thermostat or a failed gas

 

 

valve.

 

A. One or more burner orifices

 

 

clogged.

 

 

 

B. Blocked flue.

 

 

 

C. Fryer flue connected directly to

Burner does

vent hood with a chimney-like

not light all the

duct.

way around.

 

 

D. If the above causes have all been

 

 

ruled out, the probable causes are

 

 

a broken or missing target (GF40),

 

 

a bent or missing flame deflector

 

 

(GF14), or incorrect burner gas

 

 

pressure.

Corrective Action

A.Light pilot.

B.Clean and tighten terminals on gas valve.

C.Clean and tighten terminals on thermostat.

D.Examine wires for signs of abrasions, cuts, kinks, etc. If the wiring is obviously damaged, it will probably be necessary to replace the associated component. Call FASC.

E.Check calibration of thermostat in accordance with procedures in Section 4.2 of this manual.

F.Call FASC.

A.Turn gas valve knob to OFF position. Use thin wire to clear obstruction from burner orifices.

B.Clear blockage from flue.

C.Remove chimney-like duct and allow for at least 18” (45.7cm) be- tween flue outlet and vent hood filters.

D.Call FASC.

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Frymaster GF14, GF40 operation manual Burner does not light at all, Not light all, Way around