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1.7.2 Replacing the High-Limit Thermostat
1.
Follow instructions for replacing operating thermostat, section 1.7.1, omitting steps 2 and 12.
1.7.3 Replacing the Gas Valve
DANGER
Drain the frypot or remove the handle from the drain valve before proceeding further.
1.
Disconnect fryer from the gas supply.
2.
Disconnect wiring from the gas valve terminal block, marking each wire to facilitate
reconnection.
3.
Disconnect the pilot gas line fitting from the gas valve and remove the vent tube.
4.
Disconnect the union that connects burner manifold and gas valve piping.
5.
Remove all pipefittings from old gas valve and install on new gas valve. Apply a small amount
of Loctite PST567 compound or equivalent to pipe threads prior to installing on new valve. Do
not apply compound to the first two pipe threads. Doing so will clog and damage the gas valve.
6.
Reinstall new gas valve following steps 1-4 in reverse.
1.7.4 Replacing the Frypot
1.
Drain the frypot and disconnect the fryer from the gas supply.
2.
Remove all accessories (e.g., frypot covers, drop-in probes, basket hangers, etc.).
3.
Remove the screws from the cabinet back and remove it from the fryer.
4.
Remove the screws attaching the flue cap to the frypot and lift the flue cap off the fryer.
5.
Remove the door by lifting it upward to disengage the lower hinge pin from the hinge bracket.
Retain any spacers between lower hinge and door for reassembly.
6.
Remove the screws from the front cowling and remove the cowling by lifting up and out off the
front lip of the frypot.
7.
Remove the screws securing the flue to the frypot and remove it from the fryer.
8.
Lift the frypot out of the cabinet, using care not to bump or damage the gas valve/burner
assembly or the thermostat/high-limit. Set the frypot upside down on a clean surface for removal
of the remaining components.
