Model 290 SECTION 1. TROUBLESHOOTING 1-1. INTRODUCTION This section provides troubleshooting information in the form of an easy to read table. If a problem occurs during the first operation of a new fryer, recheck the installation per the Installation Section of this manual.
Model 290 To isolate a malfunction, proceed as follows: 1-3. TROUBLESHOOTING Clearly define the problem (or symptom) and when it occurs. Locate the problem in the Troubleshooting table. Review all possible causes. Then, one-at-a-time work through the list of corrections until the problem is solved. Refer to the maintenance procedures in the Maintenance Section to safely and properly make the checkout and re- pair needed.
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Model 290 Problem Cause Correction COOKING SECTION Product color not correct: • • A. Too dark Temperature too high Check temperature setting in the program mode; see Programming Section in Operator’s Manual • • Faulty temperature probe Remove and replace tempera- ture probe •...
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Model 290 Problem Cause Correction COOKING SECTION (Continued) • • D. Spotted Improper separation of the Load product into racks product product properly • • Breading not uniform on Sift breading regularly • the product Separate product during breading • •...
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Model 290 Problem Cause Correction COOKING SECTION (Continued) • • D. Rancid taste Shortening too old Replace shortening, and follow recommended care and use of shortening • • Infrequent filtering Replace shortening and follow recommended care and use of shortening •...
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Model 290 Problem Cause Correction POWER SECTION • • With switch in Open circuit Check to see that unit is POWER position, plugged in • the fryer is com- Check the breaker or fuse pletely inoperative at supply box • (NO POWER) Check voltage at wall receptacle...
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Model 290 Problem Cause Correction HEATING OF SHORTENING SECTION (Continued) • Low or improper voltage • Use a meter and check the Heating of shortening too slow receptacle against data plate • Weak or burnt out element(s) • Check heating element(s) per Heating Elements Section •...
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Model 290 Problem Cause Correction SHORTENING FOAMING/DRAINING SECTION Foaming or boiling • Water in shortening • At end of a Cook Cycle, over of shortening drain shortening and clean frypot; add fresh shortening • Condensation line stopped up • Remove and clean condensation line •...
Model 290 In the event of a control system failure, the digital display shows an 1-4. ERROR CODES error message. These messages are coded: “E04”, “E05”, “E06”, “E41”. A constant tone is heard when an error code is displayed, and to silence this tone, press any of the product buttons. DISPLAY CAUSE PANEL BOARD CORRECTION...
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Model 290 1-4. ERROR CODES (Continued) CE Only - Along with the error codes from page 1-11, CE units have the following self-diagnostic error codes: DISPLAY CAUSE PANEL BOARD CORRECTION “E10” High limit Reset the high limit by manually pushing up on the red reset button;...
Model 290 SECTION 2. MAINTENANCE This section provides checkout and replacement procedures, for 2-1. INTRODUCTION various parts of the fryer. Before replacing any parts, refer to the Troubleshooting Section to aid you in finding the cause of the malfunction. 1. A multimeter will help you to check the electric components. 2-2.
Model 290 This high temperature control is a safety, manual reset control, 2-4. HIGH TEMPERATURE which senses the temperature of the shortening. If the shortening LIMIT CONTROL temperature exceeds 425°F (218°C), this switch opens and shuts off the heat to the frypot. When the temperature of the shortening drops to a safe operation limit, manually reset by pressing the red reset button.
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Model 290 2-4. HIGH TEMPERATURE LIMIT CONTROL (Continued) To avoid electrical shock of property damage, move the power switch to OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle. Replacement 1. If the tube is broken or cracked, the control will open, shutting off electrical power.
Model 290 11. Pull excess capillary line from pot and tighten nut into frypot wall. 2-4. HIGH TEMPERATURE LIMIT CONTROL (Continued) Be sure capillary bulb of high limit is positioned so it doesn’t interfere with the carrier or get damaged when cleaning the frypot.
Model 290 The POWER/PUMP switch is a three way rocker switch with a 2-6. POWER/PUMP SWITCH center OFF position. With the switch in the POWER position the fryer operates. With the switch in the PUMP position the filter pump operates, but the unit will not heat. To avoid electrical shock or property damage, move the power switch to OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle.
Model 290 2-7. TEMPERATURE PROBE The temperature probe relays the actual shortening temperature to REPLACEMENT the control. If it becomes disabled, “E06” shows in the display. Also, if the temperature is out of calibration more than 10°F, or 10°C, the temperature probe should be replaced as follows: 1.
Should the control panel become inoperative, follow these instruc- 2-8. COMPLETE CONTROL tions for replacing the board. PANEL-HENNY PENNY 1. Remove electrical power supplied to the fryer. To avoid electrical shock or property damage, move the power switch to OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle.
Model 290 2-9. CONTACTORS The electric fryer requires two switching contactors: a primary and a heat contactor. The primary contactor energizes (contacts close) any time the POWER/PUMP switch is in the POWER position, and the temperature of the shortening is below 420°...
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Model 290 2-9. CONTACTORS (Continued) To avoid electrical shock, make connections before applying power, take reading, and remove power before removing meter leads. The following checks are performed with the wall circuit breaker closed and the main power switch in the ON position. 4.
Model 290 The electric model fryer uses 2 heating elements. 2-10. HEATING ELEMENTS Heating elements are available in 208, 220/240, 380 and 415 volts. Check the data plate, on the shroud behind the lid, to determine the correct voltage elements. 1.
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Model 290 2-10. HEATING ELEMENTS (Continued) Replacement 1. Drain the shortening. 2. Remove the high limit bulb holder from the heating element inside the frypot. 3. Disconnect the heating element wires from the contactors. Label each so it can be replaced in the same position on the new element.
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Model 290 10. Replace the brass nuts and washers on the heating element 2-10. HEATING ELEMENTS terminals. Tighten the brass nuts to 30 foot lbs of torque. (Continued) 11. Replace heat contactor. 11. Move the element spreaders from the center of the element, into a position which will spread each element apart evenly on all four sides, and tighten.
Model 290 Upon pulling out on the drain handle, the microswitch should 2-11. DRAIN MICROSWITCH be activated and the unit will not heat, but when the handle is pushed back, the unit should operate properly. The bracket on the microswitch is slotted so it can be adjusted backward or forward. 1.
Model 290 The drain valve opens when the drain valve handle is pulled out 2-12. DRAIN VALVE and drains the shortening out of the pot. AND EXTENSION Replacement 1. Using a 3/8” socket, remove the nuts securing the drain switch bracket, and pull the bracket from the studs.
Model 290 2-13. NYLATRON STRIPS REPLACEMENT 1. Raise the lid and remove the retention ring from one end of the lid pin. 2. Slide the lid pin from unit. 3. Lift the lid from unit. 4. Using a 3/8” socket, remove the nuts securing the rear shroud and remove shroud.
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Model 290 2-13. NYLATRON STRIPS REPLACEMENT (Continued) 8. Lift the front shroud up and out, over the arm of the lid. 9. Thread the new nylatron strip through the track in the front shroud. 10. Lining up the holes in the strips, fit the front shroud back over the lid arms.
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Model 290 The Lid Counterweight in the back of the fryer balances the weight 2-14. LID COUNTERWEIGHT of the lid system to allow easier opening and closing of the lid. The CABLES weight has two cables attached to it, and weighs about 100 lbs. (45.4 kg).
This section lists the replaceable parts of the Henny Penny Model 290 fryer. Use only genuine Henny Penny parts in your fryer. Using a part of 3-2. GENUINE PARTS lesser quality or substitute design may result in damage to the unit or personal injury.
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Model 290 3-7. INDEX OF PARTS LIST ILLUSTRATIONS Title Fig. No. Page No. FRAME AND COVER ASSEMBLY ............. ELEMENT ASSEMBLY ................COUNTERWEIGHT SYSTEM ..............LID ASSEMBLY ................... CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY ..............BEHIND CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS ........... FILTER PUMP ASSEMBLY (SN: LG012JC & BELOW) ......3-7A 3-10 FILTER PUMP ASSEMBLY (SN: LG013JC &...
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Model 590 Figure 3-1. Frame and Cover Assembly 1203...
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Model 590 Figure & Item No. Part No. Description Qty. FRAME & COVER ASSEMBLY 39796 WELDMENT – CONTROL PANEL FRONT ..53669 GUARD – POWER SWITCH ........29898 SWITCH – POWER ..........54225 1" INSERT – LEG MACHINED ....... 53673 CASTER, SWIVEL 4"...
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Model 590 Figure & Item No. Part No. Description Qty. ELEMENT ASSEMBLY SC01-083 SCREW, (#10-32 x 1/2 PH FHD) ......As Required 35101 SUPPORT, ELEMENT - LONG ........ 35100 SUPPORT, ELEMENT - SHORT ......SC01-074 SCREW, (#10-32 x 1/2 PH THD S) ......As Required 35435 BRACKET, HI LIMIT PROBE ........
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Model 590 Figure & Item No. Part No. Description Qty. COUNTERWEIGHT SYSTEM 35026 ARM, LID SUPPORT ............. 35207 CABLE ................NS01-025 NUT, HEX 5/16-18 SS ............. LW01-010 WASHER, 3/8 SPLIT RING SS ........35092 CARRIAGE ..............SC01-069 SCREW, 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 HEX HD S2P ......36839 SLIDE ................
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Model 590 Figure & Item No. Part No. Description Qty. 65818 Lid Assembly Complete RR01-004 Ring - Retaining - 1/2 in. WA01-020 Washer - .513 ID-.750 OD-.05 THK 51531 Stop - Lid, Cast SC01-041 Screw - 5/16”-18 x 1 HEX HD C 55754 Handle Weld Assembly 55756...
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Model 590 Figure & Item No. Part No. Description Qty. CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY 55848RB CONTROL ASSY – KFC 290 SMS ...... 50624 CONTROL DECAL – 8 HEAD KFC ....61748 MENU CARD ..........NS02-005 NUT ..............51877 WIRE/SPEAKER ASSY ........