1-3. TROUBLESHOOTING
(CONTINUED)
Problem
Shortening will not drain from
frypot
Filter motor runs but pumps
shortening slowly
Filter switch on but motor does
not run
Motor hums but will not pump
Jan. 2013
Cause
Drain valve clogged with
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crumbs
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Drain valve will not open
by pulling handle
Pump clogged
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Filter line connection loose
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Solidified shortening in
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lines
Defective switch
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Defective motor
Motor thermal protector
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tripped
Clogged lines or pump
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1-4
Correction
Open valve, force cleaning
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brush through drain
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Replace Drain valve
Remove pump cover and
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clean
Tighten all filter line
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connections
Clear all filter lines of
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solidified shortening
Check/replace switch per
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Filter Switch Section
Check/replace motor
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Reset thermal switch on filter
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motor
Remove and clean pump and
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lines
Replace pump seals, rotor and
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rollers