2-2
2.2
Troubleshooting Fryers
2.2.1 Error Messages and Display Problems
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSES
CORRECTIVE ACTION
No display on the
controller.
A. Controller not turned on.
B. No power to fryer.
C. Failed Controller or other
component
A. Press the ON/OFF switch to turn the
Controller on.
B. Verify that the fryer is plugged in and that the
circuit breaker is not tripped.
C. Call your FAS for assistance.
Fryer repeatedly cycles
on and off when first
started with
MLT
CYCL
displayed.
Fryer is in melt-cycle mode.
This is normal when fryer is turned on with oil
temperature below 100 F° (38C°).
Heat indicator is on
and blower is running,
but burner will not
ignite.
Blown fuse on interface board
or ignition module.
Contact your FAS for service.
Fryer does not heat
after filtering.
Drain valve is open.
Verify that the drain valve is fully closed.
Controller displays
Hot hi-1
.
Frypot temperature is more than
410ºF (210ºC) or, in CE countries,
395ºF (202ºC).
Shut the fryer down immediately and call your
FAS for assistance.
Controller displays
Hi
temp.
Frypot temperature is more than
40 ºF (4ºC).
Press the power button to turn off fryer and let
cool before returning power to fryer. If issue
continues call your FAS for assistance.
Controller displays
RECOVERY
FAULT/ YES
and
alarm sounds.
Recovery time exceeded maximum
time limit.
Clear error and silence the alarm by pressing the
(YES) button. If the error continues call your FAS
for assistance.
Controller display is in
wrong temperature
scale (Fahrenheit or
Celsius).
Incorrect display option
programmed.
Toggle between F° to C° by pressing the
button
until Product setup is displayed. Press
to scroll
to Tech Mode and press
. Enter 1658. Press the
scan button. The Controller displays
OFF
. Turn
the Controller on to check temperature. If the
desired scale is not displayed, repeat.
Controller displays
High limit
failure
disconnect
power
.
Failed high limit
Shut the fryer down immediately and call your
FAS for assistance.
Controller displays
TEMPR PROBE
FAILURE
.
Problem with the temperature
measuring circuitry including the
probe or damaged Controller
wiring harness or connector.
Shut the fryer down and call your FAS for
assistance.
