FRYMASTER HD1814 SERIES GAS FRYERS

CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING

7.1 General

DANGER

Hot oil will cause severe burns. Never attempt to move this appliance when filled with hot oil or to transfer hot oil from one container to another.

DANGER

This equipment should be unplugged when servicing, except when electrical circuit tests are required. Use extreme care when performing such tests.

This appliance may have more than one electrical power supply connection point. Disconnect all power cords before servicing.

Inspection, testing and repair of electrical components should be performed by an authorized service agent only.

The problems and possible solutions covered are those most commonly encountered. To troubleshoot, perform the test set-up at the beginning of each condition. Follow each step in sequence.

7.2Pilot Burner Malfunction

A.Pilot will not ignite; no evidence of gas at pilot burner.

1.Check that gas valve is open and gas is present at the gas valve.

2.Check pilot burner orifice for dirt or lint.

3.Authorized Service Agent Only: Remove pilot burner gas-supply line and check for contamination; blow out if necessary, then reinstall.

B.Pilot burner ignites but will not remain lit when gas valve manual knob is released.

1.Check that thermopile lead is properly connected at the terminal block on the gas valve.

2.Authorized Service Agent Only: Pilot flame may be too high or too low. Adjust pilot flame adjustment screw so that pilot flame extends about 3/4-inch (19-mm) above the top of the pilot burner.

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Frymaster HD1814G, HD21814G, HD21814150G Frymaster HD1814 Series GAS Fryers Troubleshooting, Pilot Burner Malfunction

HD21814150G, HD1814G, HD21814G specifications

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