Model LVE-102, 103, 104 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 the Operator’s manual. Before troubleshooting, always recheck the operation pro- cedures per Section 3 of the Operator’s manual.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 1-3. TROUBLESHOOTING To isolate a malfunction, proceed as follows: 1. 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.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 Problem Cause Correction POWER SECTION • • With power switch in Open circuit Check to see that unit is plugged in ON position, the fryer • is completely inoperative Check the breaker or fuse at supply box •...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 Problem Cause Correction HEATING OF SHORTENING SECTION (Continued) Oil will not heat • • Drain valve open Close drain valve (Continued) • • Possible faulty temperature probe Replace temperature probe • • Faulty contactor Check contactor per maintenance section on contactors •...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 Problem Cause Correction OIL LEVEL SECTION Oil foaming or boiling over vat • Water in oil • At end of a Cook Cycle, drain and clean vat; add fresh oil • Improper or bad oil • Use recommended oil • Improper filtering...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 Problem Cause Correction FILTER MOTOR SECTION • Tighten all filter line connec - Filter motor runs but • Filter line connections pumps oil slowly loose tions • Drain pan o-rings damaged • Install new o-rings or missing • Change filter paper or pad • Filter paper or pad clogged Filter motor will not run •...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 1-4. ERROR CODES In the event of a control system failure, the digital display shows an error message. The message codes are shown in the DISPLAY column below. A constant tone is heard when an er- ror code is displayed, and to silence this tone, press any button.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 1-4. ERROR CODES (Continued) DISPLAY CAUSE CORRECTION “E-31” Elements are up Lower elements back down Programming failure Turn switch to OFF, then back to ON; if display “E-41” , shows any of these error codes, re-initialize the “E-46”...
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 SECTION 2. INFO, FILTER & TEMP BUTTON STATS 2-1. INFO BUTTON STATS Recovery Information for each Vat/OQM Information 1. Press and release and REC shows in left display and the recovery time that oil temperature went from 250°F (121°C) to 300°F (149°C) shows in the right display.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 each vat. Set-point Temperature 2. Press twice and SP shows in the display, along with the set-point (preset) temperature of each vat. Cook Cycles Remaining before Filtering 2-4. HP INFO MODE Press and release both at the same time to enter HP Info Mode.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 SECTION 3. LEVEL 1 PROGRAMMING Level 1 contains the following: • Modify product settings • Set the AIF clock for products • Perform the Deep Clean procedure • Fryer Setup Mode 3-1. MODIFYING PRODUCT 1. Press and hold...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 3-1. MODIFYING PRODUCT 8. Press and release button and “TEMP” shows in the SETTINGS (Continued) display, along with the preset temperature on the right side of the display. Press the product buttons change the temperature. The temperature range is 190°F (88°C) to 380°F (193°C).
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 3-2. AIF CLOCK This feature allows the controls to be set for periods of the day that block the automatic “Filter Now” prompts. For ex- ample, the controls could be set not interrupt with “Filter Now”...
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 3-2. AIF CLOCK In 12-hour clock mode, there are three items on each line: the start time “XX:XX”, the A or P (am/pm) setting, and the “XX” (Continued) duration. Use the buttons to set these items, which flashes when the item is selected. To set a new start time setting, use the product buttons, to enter the new value.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 3-4. FRYER SETUP This mode has the same settings as seen upon initial start-up of the fryer. 1. Press and hold buttons until LEVEL - 1 shows in the display, followed by ENTER CODE. 2. Enter code 1, 2, 3, 4 (first 4 product buttons). “PROD- UCT”...
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 SECTION 4. LEVEL 2 PROGRAMMING Used to access the following: • Advanced changes to product settings • Error code log • Password programming • Alert Tone/Volume • No. of cook cycles before filter is suggested • Automatic filter time 1. Press and hold buttons until LEVEL - 2 4-1.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 4-1. ADVANCED PRODUCT 8. Press button until “FULL HT” shows in display along SETTINGS (Continued) with full heat value in seconds, which means the heat is on as soon as a timer button is pressed, for programmed length of time.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 4-3. PASSWORDS The 4-digit passwords can be changed for access to Set-Up, Usage, Level 1, Level 2, & Get Mgr.) 1. Press and hold buttons until LEVEL - 2 shows in the display, followed by ENTER CODE.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 The number of cook cycles between filtering the oil can easily 4-5. FILTER AFTER be programmed for all products. 1. Press and hold buttons until LEVEL - 2 shows in the display, followed by ENTER CODE. 2. Enter code 1, 2, 3, 4 (first 4 product buttons). “PROD” and “COMP” show in the displays. 3. Press button 4 times and “FILR AFTR”...
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 SECTION 5. LEVEL 3 PROGRAMMING Used to access the following: • TECH RESETS-Reset Recovery Faults/Passwords to defaults • SPCL PROG-Program filter control parameters and other items • CLOCK SET-Set the time-of-day clock / calendar • DATA COMM-Data Communications, LonWorks, MMC, etc • HEAT CTRL-Program heat algorithm control parameters • TECH MODE-Control of outputs, display & button tests, etc.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 5-2. SPECIAL PROGRAMMING The Special Program Mode is used to set more detailed program- ming, such as: SP-1 • ZONE - USA or Non-USA (default setpoints) SP-2 • System Initialization SP-3 • 2nd Language: English, French, Candian- French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish, Russian, &...
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Not all Special Program Mode functions are discussed in this section. To ensure proper operation of fryer, please consult Henny Penny Corp. before changing any of these settings. For information on these functions, contact the Service Department at 1-800-417- 8405, or 1-937-456-8405.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 5-2. SPECIAL PROGRAMMING 2nd Language (SP-3) 6. Press button and “SP-3 2ND LANGUAGE” scrolls in (Continued) left display. Use buttons to set to: ENGLISH; FRANCAIS; CAN FREN; ESPANOL; PORTUG; DEUTSHE; SVENSKA; РУССКИИ or -NONE-. By setting a second language in the controls, 2 languages...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 5-2. SPECIAL PROGRAMMING Edit Unit Serial Number (SP-8) 11. Press button and “SP-8 S/N √ EDIT” shows in left (Continued) display. Press the right √ button to enter the unit’s serial number in the controls, using the product buttons. “STD” and “CUST” show in the right displays. Press the √ button under the “STD” and the first 2 letters of the serial number is the...
Data communications and heat controls settings are shown in Level 3 Program Mode. But, to ensure proper operation of fryer, please consult Henny Penny Corp. before changing any of these settings. For more information on these functions, contact Service Department at 1-800-417- 8405, or 1-937-456-8405.
• Total Initialization Not all Tech Mode functions are discussed in this section. To ensure proper operation of fryer, please consult Henny Penny Corp. before changing any of these settings. For more information on these functions, contact Service Department at 1-800-417- 8405, or 1-937-456-8405.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 5-5. TECH MODE (Continued) 1. To enter the TECH Mode, press and hold buttons for 5 seconds, until display shows ”LEVEL 3”, followed by “ENTER CODE”. 2. Enter code 1, 1, 2, 2, 1, 1, 2, 2 (first 2 product buttons). “A. TECH” & “RESETS” show in the displays.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 5-5. TECH MODE (Continued) T-8 - LED’S TEST Press any of the product buttons numerous times to view each LED across the control panel. T-17 - DIGITAL INPUTS - HDE H = HIGH LIMIT - If “H” is present, the high limit is good.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 5-5. TECH MODE (Continued) If the right control is unplugged, then the left control would show “1 OF 2” instead of “1 OF 3”. Press button and “INP E_P_” and “JL_R_DT_” shows in the displays. AIF Board Inputs: E = Stop button E* = E-Stop pressed.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 5-5. TECH MODE (Continued) T-20 - PUMPS & VALVES √ button and “VALVES” “DcRc” shows in displays. Press Press to open and close the drain valves. Press to open and close the return valves. “DcRc” means valves are closed, “DoRo” means valves are open.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 5-6. STATS MODE This mode allows a technician to view advanced information on the operation of the fryer and controls. 1. To enter the TECH Mode, press and hold buttons for 5 seconds, until display shows ”LEVEL 3”, followed by “ENTER CODE”.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 SECTION 6. INFORMATION MODE 6-1. INFO MODE This mode gathers and stores historic information on fryer and operator’s performance. Press and hold for 3 seconds, unitil *INFO* *MODE*” shows on the displays. buttons to access steps and press √ button Press to view the statistics within each step.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 6-1. INFORMATION LAST LOAD Press √ button to select Last Load (ex: -P1- = Product 1;”L1” MODE (Continued) = left, 1st product) and press buttons to view the following: FUNCTION DISPLAY EX: Product (Last product cooked) PRODUCT...
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 SECTION 7. MAINTENANCE 7-1. INTRODUCTION This section provides checkout and replacement procedures, for various parts of fryer. Before replacing any parts, refer to Troubleshooting Section to aid you in finding the cause of the malfunction. 7-2. MAINTENANCE HINTS 1. A multimeter will help you to check electric components.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-4. CONTROL PANEL & Should the control panel become inoperative, or the menu card MENU CARD needs changed, follow these instructions. REPLACEMENT 1. Remove electrical power supplied to the vat. 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 LVE-102, 103, 104 7-5. HIGH TEMPERATURE This is a safety, manual reset control, which senses the temper- LIMIT CONTROL ature of the oil. If the oil temperature exceeds 425°F (218°C), this switch opens and shuts off heat to the vat. When the oil temperature drops to a safe operation limit (15 to 20 minutes), manually reset the control by pressing the reset button.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-5. HIGH TEMPERATURE Replacement (continued) LIMIT CONTROL (Continued) 3. Using a Phillip’s-head screwdriver, remove 3 screws securing the high limit to the bracket. 4. Use the lift tool and lift the hinged element from the vat.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-5. HIGH TEMPERATURE Replacement (continued) LIMIT CONTROL (Continued) 8. Using a Phillip’s-head screwdriver, remove the screws securing the capillary bulb to the upper element brackets. 9. Remove high limit bulb from element and carefully straighten the capillary tube and pull the high limit control from the rear of the unit.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-5. HIGH TEMPERATURE Replacement (continued) LIMIT CONTROL 14. While holding tool in fully depressed position, inspect high (Continued) limit switch reset button position within the bracket. a. If any red plastic of reset button can be seen, adjust bracket in or out using needle nose pliers so the angle of the assembly matches the angle of the plunger.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-6. BREAKERS There are two breakers on electric fryers. To reset the breaker, open the left door and push-up on the plunger of each breaker. 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 LVE-102, 103, 104 7-7. MAIN POWER SWITCH This is a covered rocker switch, which in the ON position, sends power to all the controls and filter motor. To avoid electrical shock or property damage, move the power switch to OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-8. TEMPERATURE PROBE Checkout: REPLACEMENT (Continued) To avoid electrical shock or property damage, move the power switch to OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle. 1. Remove control panel and hinge it down.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-8. TEMPERATURE PROBE 5. Follow probe installation instructions below: REPLACEMENT (Continued) Excess force will damage temperature probe. Hand-tighten nut and then 1/2 turn with a wrench. 6. Connect new temperature probe to the 2 fryer connections.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-10. ELEMENT SAFETY This switch cuts power to the element when the element is raised. SWITCH If a constant “E-31” “HEATING ELEMENTS ARE UP”, is shown on the display, when the elements are lowered into the vat, check the element safety switch.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-11. CONTACTORS The open fryer requires two switching, 24V contactors per vat: a primary and a heat contactor. The primary contactor energiz- es (contacts close) any time the main power switch is in the ON position, and the temperature of the shortening is below 420°...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-11. CONTACTORS (Continued) 4. With power reapplied and in a heat-up mode, check the power going to both contactor coils. Power should be going to both contactors. If no voltage is found going into the primary contactor coil, check wiring, high limit, and element switch.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-12. SOLENOID VALVES Each vat has a solenoid plumbed-into the oil return lines. They are normally closed, but open when power is supplied, such as, the controls are filling the vats. 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 LVE-102, 103, 104 7-12. SOLENOID VALVES 5. Remove elbow from solenoid stem assembly and attach it (Continued) to new solenoid, using pipe sealent on the threads. 6. Remove the conduit from fryer and pull the coil assembly from the fryer.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-14. FILTER PUMP & MOTOR The 2 most common causes for a fryer not to pump oil are that the pump is clogged, or the thermal overload switch has been tripped on the motor. The pump and motor is located on the rear of the fryer.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-14. FILTER PUMP & MOTOR (Continued) To avoid electrical shock or property damage, move the power switch to OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle. Motor Removal: 1. Remove JIB from fryer.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-14. FILTER PUMP & MOTOR (Continued) 7. Using a 7/16 in. wrench, remove 4 bolts securing the motor to the motor bracket and pull the pump and motor assembly from fryer. 8. Pull pump and motor out, from front of fryer, across the JIB shelf. To replace pump on motor: 1. Using a 1/2 in. wrench, remove the 2 bolts securing pump...
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 T his pump keeps the vats filled (Auto Top-Off) 7-15. JIB PUMP Replacement: To avoid electrical shock or property damage, move the power switch to OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle. 1. Remove the right side panel.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-17. TRANSFORMERS These components drop the line voltage to low voltage com- poents such as, control board, AIF board and contactors. Checkout: 1. Perform Power Section troubleshooting,paragraph 1-3. To avoid electrical shock or property damage, move power switch to OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-17. TRANSFORMERS Checkout (Continued): (Continued) 11. If control panel still does not display, replace panel with a known good control panel. If problem follows control panel, replace panel. Replacement: 1. Disconnect electrical power and using a 5/16” socket, remove nuts securing transformer and remove transformer.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-19. DRAIN PAN SWITCH This switch closes when the drain pan is pushed properly in place under the fryer. If the drain pan is not properly in place, or the drain switch is faulty, display prompts such as, “CHECK...
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-20. FILTER AND JIB LIGHTS Replacement: To avoid electrical shock or property damage, move the power switch to OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle. 1. Remove control panel. 2. Locate wires to light and cut wires.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-21. OIL LEVEL PROBES The oil level probes (left & right-see photo at left) monitor the oil level by temperature differences. If they becomes disabled, the display shows: “E-18A”= left probe; “E18-B”= right probe; “E18C”= both.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-21. OIL LEVEL PROBES (Continued) 5. Using a 1/2” wrench, remove nut on compression fitting, and remove the temperature probe from the vat. 6. Using a terminal extractor, remove probe terminals from the connector and pull remove probe from unit. 7. Place the nut and new ferrule on new temperature probe and insert temperature probe into the compression fitting.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-21. OIL LEVEL PROBES 9. Connect new temperature probe to connector and fasten (Continued) connector onto control panel. 10. Replace control panel and reconnect power to vat. 11. Fill vat by pressing and holding a button until *FILTER* *MENU* shows in display.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-22. ELECTRIC HEATING ELEMENTS (Continued) 5. Remove 2 screws and front and rear capillary brackets if replacing left heater of a full vat or a split vat heater. 6. Using a Phillip’s-head screwdriver, or screw gun, remove 9 screws and rear panel.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 7-22. ELECTRIC HEATING ELEMENTS (Continued) 11. Place new heater element near vat, pass lead wires through pivot housing, lower heater into vat, align holes of heater retainer plate with the holes in the pivot housing and install 2 screws.
OFF and disconnect main circuit breaker, or unplug cord at wall receptacle. 1. Disassemble fittings as necessary, remove old valve. 2. Apply Loctite Primer (Henny Penny part no. MS01-572) Apply Primer Here internal threads of both the inlet and outlet of new valve.
Model LVE-102, 103, 104 SECTION 8. PARTS INFORMATION 8-1. INTRODUCTION This section lists the replaceable parts of the Henny Penny Model LVE fryer. 8-2. GENUINE PARTS Use only genuine Henny Penny parts in your fryer. Using part of lesser quality or substitute design may result in damage to the unit or personal injury.
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 (Behind Control Panel) Item No. Part No. Description Quantity B 1 ME90-008 RELAY - PUMP MOTOR- 12 VDC - 30 AMP ........A 2 140082 KIT-TRANSFORMER-120V/75VA-SN: BH1002029 & Below .. 1/vat A 2 84391 TRANSFORMER-120V/75VA-SN: BH1002030 & Above .. 1/vat A 2 140061 KIT-TRANSFORMER-230V/75VA-SN: BH1002033 & Below .. 1/vat...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 (Left Side Panel Removed) Item No. Part No. Description Quantity 51065 EMC FILTER PCB - CE ............EF02-125 BREAKER-PUSH BUTTON RESET - 15 AMP .... 79596-XXXX GATEWAY - PCB (not shown - see chart below) .....
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 DOOR PART NUMBERS FOR UNITS BUILT BEFORE MAY 3, 2010 89895 89898 LH Door Assy RH Door Assy with Holder with Label Model LVE-102 89895 89898 87041 LH Door Assy RH Door Assy RH Door Assy...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 Drain Valve Linkage Parts - Fish Vat Item No. Part No. Description Quantity VALVE-DRAIN ............... 1/vat 79590 STOP-PIVOT DRAIN HANDLE ........ 1/vat 74626 EXTENSION-DRAIN ............. 1/vat 74553 WELD ASSY-FISH DRAIN ROD ........ 1/vat 77405 STUD ASSY-DR ROD BRKT-FISH VAT ....... 1/vat...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 Fry Cap Item No. Part No. Description Quantity 03618 ACCESSORY-FRY CAP - LVE-102 ....... 03619 ACCESSORY-FRY CAP - LVE-103 ....... 1 03620 ACCESSORY-FRY CAP - LVE-104 ....... 8-21 May 2009...
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 Filter Return Line Assembly Item No. Part No. Description Quantity 77523 TUBE-SUCTION 18 IN L DORMONT ......2 FP01-206 CONNECTOR-3/8 NPT FEM 45 FLARE ..... 3 FP01-029 REDUCER 1/2NPT M-3/8NPT F SS ......77259 BRACKET-PLUG AND PLAY ........77248 ADAPTER-TUBE END ..........6 FP01-204 NIPPLE-3/8 NPT X 6IN L BLACK ........
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 Filter Motor and Pump Item No. Part No. Description Quantity A 1 67583 MOTOR, 1/2 HP - 50/60 Hz ..........A 2 17476 SEAL KIT ................ B 3 17437 PUMP ASSEMBLY ............SC01-132 SCREW, Pump Cover ..........17451 COVER, Pump ............
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Model LVE-102, 103, 104 APPENDIX A. WIRING DIAGRAMS AND SCHEMATICS A-1. WIRING DIAGRAMS AND APPENDIX A contains the wiring diagrams and schematics to SCHEMATICS support the LVE-100 series fryers. May 2016...