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(ASAP) companies, this warranty will be void. In The contents of the crumb catch and/or filter pan of addition, Pitco and its affiliates will not be liable for any any filter system must be emptied into a fireproof claims, damages or expenses incurred by the customer container at the end of each day.
Table of Contents (Service) Section Title Page Table of Contents (Service)......................i-ii List of Figures .......................... ii Chapter 4: Service ........................4-1 REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES ................4-1 4.1.1 Heating Element Removal and Replacement ............4-1 4.1.2 Backup Thermostat Replacement - Computer Models Only ....... 4-2 4.1.3 Calibrating the Thermostat - Computer Models Only .........
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Table of Contents (Service) Cont. Section Title Page Chapter 6: Schematics ......................6-1 List of Tables and Figures Table No. Title Page Frame-Cabinet / Electrical Assemblies With Components ........5-6 UFM Filter, Frame/Electrical Assembly ..............5-8 UFM Pilter, Pick-Up/Pan Assembly ............... 5-10 UFM Filter, Motor / Return Assembly ..............
Chapter 4: Service This chapter provides the qualified technician with the replacement and troubleshooting procedures necessary to service the Pitco fryer. REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES These procedures are provided to the qualified technician as a guide to removal and replacement of various fryer components. If a test is required to verify component operation after installation, it will be referenced.
e. Once free of the fryer, set the element assembly aside. Remove the access plate on the back of the pivot box to gain access to the heating element connectors. Disconnect the wire for the defective element. f. Loosen the nuts that attach the heating element to the pivot box. Slide the heating element out of the pivot box.
h. Use pipe joint compound on the large fitting before installing to prevent oil leakage. DO NOT use joint compound on the small nut. i. Perform the calibration procedures detailed in section 1.5.3. 4.1.3 Calibrating the Thermostat - Computer Models Only To calibrate this thermostat the dial must be removed from the shaft.
TESTING HEATING ELEMENTS To check a heating element first place the OFF-ON-START switch in OFF. Check the elements by performing the following: a. The terminal block that connects the heating elements to the fryer is located behind the large rear access panel. Move the fryer out and remove the access panel. b.
c. Set the temperature setting potentiometer to a temperature above the shortening's current temperature. This will cause the temperature control module to close and pass 24 VAC to pin 12 (gray wire) of the control module. d. Check the temperature probe as described in section 4.6. e.
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b. Connect an ohm-meter across the switch terminals to measure the resistance across the limit switch connection. c. When the elements are down in the tank the interlock switch is closed and the resistance across the switch will be zero. d.
TROUBLESHOOTING FRYERS WITHOUT COMPUTERS Fryer does not operate properly! Refer to Chapter 2 for Is the fryer proper filling and filled with oil? operation of the fryer. Does the Is the Fryer Is the service Determine reason for POWER ON connected to building panel circuit tripping.
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Does the Does the fryer HEATING light heat up? come on? Test the temperature probe as described in 4.6. Are the heating Is the temperature probe elements down and is defective? the interlock working? Ensure that the heating Replace the elements are down.
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Does HEATING light go out when Are heating thermostat is set above element fuses oil temperature? blown? Replace the fuse(s) and determine the Test the temperature cause for blowing. probe as described in 4.6. Is the temperature probe defective? Check heating elements as described in 4.3.
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Ensure that shortening is packed Does HIGH LIMIT Is solid tightly around heating elements! switch trip during normal shortening being Make sure that the Melt Cycle operation? melted? switch is set to MELT ON. Is shortening Ensure that shortening level is filled level too low? to the level mark.
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Does the Is the shortening Ensure that shortening level is filled shortening get too level too low? to the level mark. hot? Is the thermostat Check the setting and set too high? calibration of the thermostat. Test the temperature probe as described in 4.6.
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Test the temperature Replace the Does the fryer probe as described in 4.6. temperature heat intermittently? Is the temperature probe probe. defective? Test the temperature set potentiometer as Replace the described in 4.4. Is the potentiometer. potentionmeter defective? Does the fryer Fryer is functioning heat slowly? properly.
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Are any of the heating elements Replace the blown fuses. fuses blown? Check heating elements as described Replace the defective in 4.3. Are they all heating elements good? Is the temperature probe loose Move or tighten the or in the wrong probe.
TROUBLESHOOTING FRYERS WITH COMPUTERS Fryer power is ON, but the fryer is not functioning properly. Is the Is the service panel circuit Is control fuse computer panel Replace F1. breaker for the fryer (F1) open lit? Close the breaker. Is computer supply fuse (F3) Replace F3.
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Computer Does the Check Determine why functioning properly computer display element fuses. fuses blew and for temperature indicate Are any of the replace the blown control. PROB? fuses open? fuses. Check the Raise the temperature of Is the oil contactors as Replace the the oil using the backup temperature less...
4.10 TROUBLESHOOTING BASKET LIFT PROBLEMS Fryer works (115 VAC present at fryer) but automatic basket lifts do Check the not function properly. interconnecting wire between the timer (or Repair as computer) and the basket necessary. lift motors. Are all Does either connections basket lift good?
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Does Check the linkage to ensure that it is not binding. Level the fryer basket lift make grinding noises as and adjust the basket hangers to it cycles? ensure complete clearance. Basket lift is functioning properly. 4-17...
4.11 TROUBLESHOOTING BUILT-IN FILTER UNITS Filter unit is not working properly. Is 120 VAC Is the Is the filter Is filter power supply wired pump circuit breaker motor overload in to the TB4 running? tripped? tripped terminal. Turn the filter power switch Allow the motor to off.
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Is the Reset the circuit building circuit breaker and check breaker for a clogged filter Have you allowed open? hose. enough time for the heaters to warm-up? Is there continuity across Use a VOM to measure the Replace the Allow 1/2 hour for the pump/heater switch when resistance at the filter power cord switch.
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Is pump running Are a lot of air Check all hose connections slow, taking 4 to 5 bubbles coming out of and the hose itself for leaks. minutes to fill the the oil discharge Correct any leaks or the hose tank? line? if damaged.
4.12 TROUBLESHOOTING UFM FILTER UNITS Filter unit is not working properly. Check the Is the Is the filter Is filter Is 120 VAC building pump circuit breaker motor overload supplied to TB4 circuit running? tripped? tripped terminal. breaker Turn the filter power switch Allow the motor to Wire in 120 off.
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Scrape the filter layer down to the metal Does the scraping screen. Once the pan is empty, filter leave tighten the pick up tube nut against the excessive oil in sediment screen. Inspect the filter bag for the filter pan? tears and change if torn.
The alphabetical part list is arranged in alphabetical order according to the part name. Each part name also has the Pitco Frialator part number. The numerical list is in Pitco Frialator part number order. A brief description of each component is provided for each part.
Index Index Number Description Number Description Basket Hanger Basket High Limit Cover Interlock Switch Access Cover Computer Door Handle Right Hand Door Left Hand Door Caster Set UFM Filter Module (Optional) Figure 5-1 Outside View...
Index Index Number Description Number Description Auxiliary Thermostat Probe Computer Probe Clamp Computer Probe Element Bottom Bar Bracket Screens Element Rack High Limit Probe High Limit Probe Clamp Element Figure 5-3 Inside Fryer Tank Components...
Table 5-4 UFM Filter, Motor / Return Assembly Item Pitco Frialator Quantity Number Part Number Description Per Unit PP10101 Pump/Motor 1/3 HP, 115/230V, 50/60Hz PP10106 Fitting, Elbow Male 90 .50D x .5 NPT A6682702 Filter, Tubing Out SS PP10731 Fitting, Elbow Male 90 .50D x .375 NPT...
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Table 5-5 Built-In Filter Pan With Components Item Pitco Frialator Quantity Number Part Number Description Per Unit B6602001 Pan #14 B6602101 Pan #18 B6603001 Paper Retainer #14 B6603002 Paper Retainer #18 B6602401 Hose #14 B6602402 Hose #18 P6071123 Quick Disconnect, Male P7037752-1 Elbow 90°...
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Figure 5-8 Built-In Filter Pan With Components 5-15...
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Table 5-6 Built-In Filter Piping With Components Item Pitco Frialator Quantity Number Part Number Description Per Unit P5046381 Pump and Motor P6071530 Pump Only P5046384 Motor Only B7402241 Quick Disconnect P0020600 Bolt 1/4 - 20 x 5/8" P0080650 Washer, Flat...
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Figure 5-9 Built-In Filter Piping With Components 5-17...
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Table 5-7 Built-In Filter With Accessories Item Pitco Frialator Quantity Number Part Number Description Per Unit P5044768 Food Warmer, Built-In P5044760 Food Warmer, Free Standing P6072155 Drain Screen #14 P6072156 Drain Screen #18 A5811202 Pan Liner #14 A5811206 Pan Liner #18...
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Figure 5-10 Built-In Filter With Accessories 5-19...
ALPHABETICAL PART LIST Models Pitco Frialator Part Description Used on Part No. BASKET HANGER, STAINLESS STEEL E14,E14B A1100406 BASKET HANGER, STAINLESS STEEL A1100408 BASKET HANGER, STAINLESS STEEL E18B A1101002 CASTER (4/FILTER) ALL UFM P6071062 CASTER ASSEMBLY 7" WITH LOCKING DEVICE...
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A6685401 FILTER PAN, WELDMENT SF50A B6621001 FILTER PAN, WELDMENT SF65A B6621002 FILTER PAPER 13-1/2" X 24" E7-E14 BIF P6071371 FILTER PAPER 17-1/2" X 28" E18-E34 BIF P6071373 FILTER PAPER, HEAVY DUTY, 13-1/2" X 24" E7-E14 BIF PP10612 FILTER PAPER, HEAVY DUTY, 17-1/2" X 28"...
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ALPHABETICAL PART LIST (Continued) Models Pitco Frialator Part Description Used on Part No. HEATING ELEMENT E18-208V P5046901 HEATING ELEMENT E18-240V P5046902 HEATING ELEMENT E18B-208V P5046903 HEATING ELEMENT E18B-240V P5046904 HEATING ELEMENT E18B-480V P5046952 HEATING ELEMENT E14-208V P5046920 HEATING ELEMENT E14-240V...
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ALPHABETICAL PART LIST (Continued) Models Pitco Frialator Part Description Used on Part No. RECEPTACLE, 3 PRONG, 15A, 125VAC ALL UFM PP10103 RETURN HOSE NEW STYLE SF50 SF50 B6602803 RETURN HOSE NEW STYLE SF65 SF65 B6602804 SPRING P6071636 SQUARE BASKETS, FINE MESH...
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In the event of problems with or questions about you In the event of problems with or questions about you order, please contact the Pitco Frialator factory , from equipment, please contact the Pitco Frialator Autho- 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Eastern S tandard Time, Mon-...
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