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5.5
QUARTERLY CHECKS AND SERVICE
5.5.1 Replace the O-rings
Refer to page 4-2 for inspection of O-rings.
5.5.2 PRE-FILTER MAINTENANCE (OQS units only)
The pre-filter requires regular maintenance. Every 90 days, or more
frequently if the flow of oil slows, remove the cap and clean the attached
screen.
1. Wearing protective gloves use the supplied wrench to remove the cap
from the pre-filter
(Figure 1)
.
2. Use a small brush to clear debris from the attached screen
(Figure 2)
.
3. Clean under a water tap and thoroughly dry.
4. Return the cap to the pre-filter housing and tighten.
5.6
ANNUAL/PERIODIC SYSTEM INSPECTION
This appliance should be inspected and adjusted periodically by qualified service personnel as
part of a regular kitchen maintenance program.
Frymaster recommends that this appliance be inspected at least annually by a Factory
Authorized Servicer as follows:
5.6.1 Fryer
Inspect the cabinet inside and out, front and rear for excess oil.
Verify that the heating element wires are in good condition and that leads have no visible fraying
or insulation damage and that they are free of oil.
Verify that heating elements are in good condition with no carbon/caramelized oil build-up.
Inspect the elements for signs of extensive dry-firing.
Verify that the tilt mechanism is working properly when lifting and lowering elements, and that
the element wires are not binding and/or chafing.
Verify the heating-element amp-draw is within the allowed range as indicated on the appliance’s
rating plate.
WARNING
DO NOT
remove the pre-filter cap when a filter cycle is under way.
DO NOT
operate the filter system with the cap removed.
Wear protective gloves when handling the cap. The metal and the exposed oil are hot.
Figure 1
Figure 2
