Frymaster FPD65 - Manual (Page 42)

FRYMASTER FPD65 SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING
7-1
7.1 General
DANGER
Hot cooking oil/shortening will cause severe burns. Never attempt to move this
appliance when filled with hot cooking oil/shortening or to transfer hot cooking
oil/shortening 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.
7.2 Pilot 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.