1.4.2 Burner Ignition Systems
The unit has a manual (standing flame) pilot ignition system. The pilot light must be lit manually before
fryer operation.
CAUTION
Before going any further, fill the fryer with WATER. Water is used for the
installation adjustments because the temperature will never exceed 212°F (100°C)
thereby allowing plenty of adjustment time. Never let the water level go below the
MIN LEVEL mark on the rear of the tank.
There is an open flame inside the fryer. The unit may get hot enough to set near by
materials on fire. Keep the area around the fryer free from combustibles.
7.4.2.1 Lighting Instructions for Manual Pilot Lights
To light the pilot light refer to these instructions and. The numbers in parenthesis refer to Figure 1-2
callouts.
Wait 5 minutes before attempting to relight the pilot to allow for any gas in the fryer to
dissipate.
a.
Open the gas supply valves to the fryer.
b. Open the fryer's door (1) to gain access to the controls.
c. Turn the Unitrol valve knob (2) to the PILOT position for the fryer being started, and
push in on the knob. Hold the knob in for approximately one minute to purge the air
out of the line. Hold a flame to the pilot light (3) until the pilot ignites. This may take a
little while the first time you light the fryer because of air in the lines. Once lit, hold
the knob in for approximately 60 seconds and then release.
d. If the pilot goes out wait 5 minutes and repeat step c. If after three tries the pilot will
not remain lit, refer to the operator troubleshooting section of this manual.
e. Turn the Unitrol valve knob counterclockwise to the ON position.
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