6.2.4 Troubleshooting Built-in Filtration System
PUMP RUNS BUT DOES | PUMP RETURNS OIL TO |
NOT RETURN OIL TO | FRYPOT VERY |
FRYPOT. | SLOWLY. |
Verify that filter pan is properly
seated in filter base, and that the oil return hose is not kinked or twisted.
Resume filtering.
Is oil
returning to Yes 
Problem resolved. frypot?
No
Verify that filter pan
present and in good condition, and that recessed area in filter base is unobstructed. Resume filtering.
Check to see if filter paper (or pad) is heavily coated with crumbs. If so replace paper (or pad). Also verify the filter paper (or pad) is on top of the filter screen, not below it. Resume filtering.
Is oil
returning Yes 
Problem resolved. correctly?
No
Verify that filter pan is properly
seated in filter base, and that the oil return hose is not kinked or twisted.
Resume filtering.
Is oil | Yes | Problem resolved. | Is oil | Yes | Problem resolved. |
returning to | returning | ||||
frypot? |
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No |
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| No |
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Probable cause is |
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obstruction in tube on |
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| obstruction in tube on |
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bottom of base. |
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| bottom of base. |
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