Problem
Probable Causes
Corrective Action
B. In order to properly filter, the
oil or shortening should be at
or near 350ºF (177°C). At
temperatures lower than this,
Filter pump runs,
the oil becomes too thick to
B. Attempting to filter with oil or
but oil return is very
pass through the filter medium
slow and bubbling
shortening that is not hot enough.
easily, resulting in much slower
oil occurs.
oil return and eventual
overheating of the filter pump
motor. Make sure oil is at or
near frying temperature before
draining oil into filter pan.
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