Troubleshooting; Frying Systems - Pitco 12 Installation, Operating & Service Instructions

TROUBLESHOOTING:

FRYING SYSTEM:
Should there be a problem with your machine, the following checks should be done prior to calling an Authorized
Service Company. Make sure the machine is operated correctly and that the Computer or Digital Display (when
installed) is programmed accordingly.
Power to machine
Hi-Limit reset
Power switch on
Gas to machine
Gas valve knob position
Fuses
Check pilot
Locate the problem in the chart below then follow the instructions in the above chart.
Machine will not run:
No lights on the front panel
Machine will not run:
Front panel lights are ON.
Pilot will not light
Pilot lights:
Machine will not heat
Machine will not maintain temp:
Is machine still running? YES
Machine will not maintain temp:
Is pilot lit? YES
NO
Oil temp too hot or Machine runs constantly
Shortening is leaking from fry tank
Check these items before calling your Authorized Service Company
ITEM TO CHECK
PROBLEM
NO
HOW TO CHECK
Check main power to machine (When applicable.)
Press Hi-Limit reset button. Mounted on cabinet side
behind door
Power switch should be in the ON position. (On RPB
machines ONLY the manual reset switch must be
pressed after there has been an interruption in power.)
Make sure gas supply line is connected
Should be in the appropriate position
Check for blown fuses. (Where applicable.)
Make sure the pilot is lit
ITEM TO CHECK
Power to machine (Where applicable.)
Hi-Limit switch
Gas to machine
Gas valve knob position
Hi-Limit reset
Gas to machine
Gas valve knob position
Power switch ON
Gas valve knob position
Fuses
Is Thermostat turned UP
Gas valve knob position
Check pilot
Call Authorized Service Company
Relight pilot per the manual
Check Thermostat calibration (Where applicable.)
Call Authorized Service Company
Call Authorized Service Company
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