Frymaster OCF30ATOG Service & Parts Manual page 28

has elapsed, power is again supplied to the motor. The motor raises the basket from the frypot until the rod
loses contact with the upper microswitch, cutting power to the motor and again reversing the direction of
current flow.
Problems with the basket lift can be grouped into three categories:

Binds and jams

Motors and gears

Electronics.
100-120V C onfiguration
Binding and Jamming Issues
Noisy, jerky or erratic movement of the lifts is usually due to lack of lubrication of the rods and bushings.
Apply a light coat of Lubriplate
problem.
Another possible cause of binding is improper positioning of the motor, which prevents the gear from
correctly engaging the teeth in the rod. To correct the problem, loosen the screws that hold the motor in place
and move it forward or backward until the rod has just enough slack to be rotated slightly.
Motor and Gear Issues
The most likely problem to be encountered in this category is erratic motion of the lift due to a worn drive
gear. Failure to keep the lift rod and bushings properly lubricated will cause unnecessary wear of the gear.
Correct the problem by replacing the worn gear.
If the lift cycles correctly but fails to remain in the up position (i.e., goes up, but then slowly settles back
down into the frypot), the problem is a failed motor brake. This cannot be repaired and the motor must be
replaced.
If power is reaching the motor but the motor fails to run, it is burned out and must be replaced.
Electronic Issues
Within this category are problems associated with the relays, microswitches, capacitors, resistors, interface
board, wiring, and controls. The most common problem in this category is a lift that continuously travels up
and down. This is usually caused by a microswitch that is out of adjustment.
208-250V C onfiguration
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or similar lightweight white grease to the rod and bushings to correct the
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