Problem

Probable Causes

Corrective Action

Filter pump runs

Blockage in filter pan suction tube.

The blockage may be caused by

Test: Close the drain valve and pull

sediment buildup or, if solid

but oil does not

shortening is used, solidified

return to frypot and

the filter pan out from the fryer.

shortening in the tube. Use a thin,

there is no bubbling

Activate the pump. If bubbling oil

flexible wire to remove the

oil.

occurs, there is a blockage in the

blockage. If the blockage cannot

 

filter pan suction tube.

be removed, call FASC.

 

 

A. If using filter paper or pad

 

 

configuration, verify that filter

 

 

screen is in bottom of pan with

 

 

paper or pad on top of screen.

Filter pump runs,

A. Improperly installed filter pan

Verify that O-rings are present

and in good condition on filter

components.

but oil return is very

pan connection fitting.

 

slow and bubbling

 

 

oil occurs.

 

If using Magnasol filter

 

 

assembly, verify that O-ring is

 

 

present and in good condition on

 

 

filter screen fitting.

 

 

 

 

B. Attempting to filter with oil that

B. In order to properly filter, the

 

oil or shortening should be at

 

is not hot enough.

or near 350ºF (177ºC).

 

 

 

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Frymaster YFPRE1817E operation manual Filter pump runs, But oil does not, Return to frypot, There is no bubbling, Oil