Frymaster MASTERJET J1X - Manual (Page 17)

J1C, J1X, & J2X MASTER JET SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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3.1 Start-Up Procedure (cont.)
LIGHTING THE PILOT
1. Ensure power to the unit is OFF, and then turn the gas valve knob to the OFF position. Wait at
least 5 minutes Ensure that the thermostat is set to the required frying temperature.
2. Rotate the gas valve knob to the PILOT position (see Figure 1).
Lighting the Pilot
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3. Push the knob in and light the pilot. (If the fryer is equipped with a piezo ignitor, repeatedly
press the piezo ignitor button while depressing the gas valve knob until the pilot lights.)
Continue to hold the knob in for about 60 seconds after the flame appears on the pilot. Release
the knob. The pilot should remain lit.
CAUTION
If the pilot fails to remain lit, turn the gas valve knob to the OFF position and wait at
least five minutes before attempting to re-light.
4. After the pilot remains lit, turn the knob counterclockwise to the ON position. See Figure 2.
5. The burner will now light and is controllable by the thermostat.
CAUTION
If the pilot and main burner go out the fryer(s) MUST be completely shut down at
least 5 minutes before lighting.