Frymaster ELECTRIC SERIES OCF30 - Manual (Page 29)

6-2
6.2 Troubleshooting
6.2.1 Controller and Heating Problems
Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action
No Display on
controller.
A. Controller not turned on.
B. No power to the fryer.
C. Failed controller or other component.
A. Press the ON/OFF switch to turn the
controller on.
B. Verify controller power cord is
plugged in and that circuit breaker is
not tripped.
C. Call your FAS for assistance.
Controller displays
IS VAT FULL?
YES NO after a
filtration.
A. Normal operation after a filtration.
B. Oil may be in the filter pan.
A. Press S (YES) if the vat is full,
otherwise press T (NO).
B. Follow controller prompts to clear
message. If problem persists, call
your FAS for assistance.
Controller displays
CHANGE FILTER
PAPER?
Daily filter paper change prompt has
occurred. Press S (YES), follow prompts and
change the filter paper.
Fryer repeatedly cycles
on and off when first
started.
Fryer is in melt cycle.
This is normal operation. This will
continue until the fryer temperature
reaches 180ºF (82ºC).
Fryer does not heat.
A. Main power cord not plugged in.
B. Drain is open.
C. Controller has failed.
D. One or more other components have
failed.
A. Verify that all power cords are fully
seated in the receptacles, locked into
place and that a circuit breaker is not
tripped
B. Close drain.
C. Call your FAS for assistance
D. Call your FAS for assistance.
Fryer heats until high-
limit trips with heat
indicator ON.
Temperature probe or controller has failed.
Turn fryer off and call your FAS for
assistance.
Fryer heats until high-
limit trips without heat
indicator ON.
Contactor or controller has failed Call your FAS for assistance.
6.2.2 Error Messages and Display Problems
Problem Probable Causes Corrective Action
Controller display is in
wrong temperature
scale (Fahrenheit or
Celsius).
Incorrect display option programmed.
Fryers using the 3000 controller can
toggle between F° to C° by pressing the 9
button until Product setup is displayed.
Press X to scroll to Tech Mode and press
9. Enter 1658. Press the scan button.
The controller displays
OFF. Turn the
controller on to check temperature. If the
desired scale is not displayed, repeat.
Fryers using the CM3.5 should refer to the
separate Fryer Controllers User’s Manual.
Controller displays
HEATING
FAILURE.
Failed controller, failed interface board,
open high-limit thermostat.
Turn the fryer off and on again. If issue
persists call your FAS for assistance.