Frymaster FPPH417TC User Manual

ELECTRIC FRYERS

Service & Parts Manual

PRO SERIES

Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends using CFESA Certified Technicians.

24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633

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MAR 2008

NOTICE

IF, DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE CUSTOMER USES A PART FOR THIS ENODIS

EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN AN UNMODIFIED NEW OR RECYCLED PART PURCHASED DIRECTLY

FROM FRYMA ST ER/DEAN, OR ANY OF ITS AU THORIZED SERV IC E CENTERS, AND /OR THE

PART BEING USED IS MODIFIED FROM IT S ORIGINAL CONFIGURATION, TH IS WARRANTY WILL

BE VOID. FURTHER, FRYMASTER AND DEAN AND ITS AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR

ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES OR EXPENSES INCURRED BY THE CUSTOMER WHICH ARISE

DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DUE TO THE INST ALLATION OF A N Y

MODIFIED PART AND/OR PART RECEIVE D FROM A N UNA UT HORIZED SERVICE CENTER.

DANGER

Copper wire suitable for at least 167°F (75°C) must be used for power connections.

DANGER

The electrical power supply for this appliance must be the same as indicated on the

rating and serial number plate located on the inside of the fryer door.

DANGER

This appliance must be connected to the voltage and phase as specified on the rating

and serial number plate located on the inside of the fryer door.

DANGER

All wiring connections for this appliance must be made in accordance with the wiring diagrams furnished with the equipment. Wiring diagrams are located on the inside of

the fryer door.

DANGER

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

WARNING

Do not attach accessories to this fryer unless fryer is secured from tipping. Personal

injury may result.

WARNING

Frymaster fryers equipped with legs are for permanent installations. Fryers fitted with

legs must be lifted during movement to avoid damage and possible bodily injury. For a

moveable or portable installation, Frymaster optional equipment casters must be used.

Questions? Call 1-800-551-8633

WARNING

Do not use water jets to clean this equipment.

DANGER All wiring connections for this appliance must be made in accordance with the wiring diagrams furnished with the equipment. Wiring diagrams are located on the inside of

the fryer door.

WARNING

This equipment is intended for indoor use only. Do not install or operate this

equipment in outdoor areas.

ELECTRICAL POWER SPECIFICATIONS

WIRE

kW VOLTAGE PHASE

14 208 3 3 6 16 39 39 39 14 240 3 3 6 16 34 34 34 14 480 3 3 8 10 17 17 17 14 220/380 3 4 6 16 21 21 21 14 240/415 3 4 6 16 20 20 21 14 230/400 3 4 6 16 21 21 21

ALL

EPRI 14kW

(SOLID STATE)

17 208 3 3 6 16 48 48 48 17 240 3 3 6 16 41 41 41 17 480 3 3 6 16 21 21 21 17 220/380 3 4 6 16 26 26 26 17 240/415 3 4 6 16 24 24 24 17 230/400 3 4 6 16 25 25 25

ALL

EPRI 17kW

(SOLID STATE)

22 208 3 3 4 25 61 61 61 22 240 3 3 4 25 53 53 53 22 480 3 3 6 16 27 27 27 22 220/380 3 4 6 16 34 34 34 22 240/415 3 4 6 16 31 31 31 22 230/400 3 4 6 16 32 32 32

208 3 3 6 16 39 39 39

240 3 3 6 16 34 34 34 220/380 3 4 6 16 21 21 21 240/415 3 4 6 16 20 20 20

208 3 3 6 16 48 48 48

240 3 3 6 16 41 41 41 220/380 3 4 6 16 26 26 26 240/415 3 4 6 16 24 24 24

SERVICE

MINIMUM SIZE AMPS PER LEG

AWG mm

L1 L2 L3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS i ELECTRICAL POWER SPECIFICATIONS ii CHAPTER 1 – SERVICE PROCEDURES 1-1

1.1 General 1-1

1.2 Replacing a Controller 1-1

1.3 Replacing Component Box Components 1-2

1.4 Replacing a Temperature Probe or High-Limit Thermostat 1-3

1.5 Replacing a Heating Element 1-5

1.6 Replacing Contactor Box Components 1-6

1.7 Replacing a Frypot 1-7

1.8 Built-in Filtration System Service Procedures 1-8

1.9 Basket Lift Service Procedures 1-12

1.10 Interface Board Diagnostic Charts 1-15

1.11 Wiring Diagrams 1-16

CHAPTER 2 – PARTS LIST 2-1

2.1 Accessories 2-1

2.2 Basket Lift Assembly and Associated Parts 2-2

2.3 Cabinetry 2-4

2.4 Drain System Components 2-8

2.5 Electronics and Wiring Components 2-16

2.6 Filtration System Components 2-28

2.7 Frypot Assemblies and Associated Parts 2-31

2.8 Oil Return System Components 2-33

PRO SERIES ELECTRIC FRYERS

CHAPTER 1: SERVICE PROCEDURES

1.1 General

Before performing any maintenance on your Frymaster fryer, disconnect the fryer from the electrical power supply.

When electrical wires are disconnected, it is recommended that they be marked in such a way as to facilitate re-assembly.

1.2 Replacing a Controller

1. Before removing controllers from Euro-look models (round top-cap and drains), slide the metal

bezel up to release the bottom tabs; then, remove it.

2. Remove the two screws from the upper corners of the control panel. The control panel is hinged

at the bottom and swings open from the top.

Remove screws in upper

corners of control panel and

swing control panel down.

3. Unplug the wiring harness from the connector on the back of the controller and disconnect the

grounding wire from terminal adjacent to the connector. Remove the control panel assembly by lifting it from the hinged slots in the control panel frame.

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15-Pin Connecto

Ground Wire Terminal

4. Remove the controller from the control panel assembly and install the replacement controller.

Reinstall the control panel assembly by reversing steps 1 and 2.

1.3 Replacing Component Box Components

1. Remove the two screws from the upper corners of the control panel and allow the control panel

to swing down (see steps 1 and 2 of section 1.2 on preceding page).

2. Unplug the wiring harness from the 15-pin connector on the interface board and disconnect the

grounding wire from terminal adjacent to the 15-pin connector on the back of the controller. Remove the control panel assembly by lifting it from the hinge slots in the control panel frame.

3. Disconnect the wiring from the component to be replaced, being sure to make a note of where

each wire was connected.

NOTE: If replacing the interface board, connectors J1 and J2 must also be disconnected from

the 12-pin connectors on the rear of the component box, directly behind the interface board.

4. Dismount the component to be replaced and install the new component, being sure that any

required spacers, insulation, washers, etc. are in place.

NOTE: If more room to work is required, the control panel frame and top cap assembly may be

removed by removing the hex head screws that secure it to the fryer cabinet (see illustration below). If this option is chosen, all control panel assemblies must be removed per steps 1 and 2 above. The cover plate on the lower front of the component box may also be removed if desired.

Removing the component box itself from the fryer is not recommended due to the difficulty involved in disconnecting and reconnecting the oil-return valve rods, which pass through openings in the component box.

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Remove thes e three sc rews at each end.

Remove thes e two scr ews fr om th e center sup port s.

Removing the Contr ol Panel Frame and Top Cap Assembly

5. Reconnect the wiring disconnected in step 3, referring to your notes and the wiring diagrams on

the fryer door to ensure that the connections are properly made. Also, verify that no other wiring was disconnected accidentally during the replacement process.

6. Reverse steps 1 and 2 to complete the replacement and return the fryer to service.

1.4 Replacing a Temperature Probe or High-Limit Thermostat

1. Remove the filter pan and lid from the unit. Drain the frypots into a Shortening Disposal Unit

(SDU) or other appropriate metal container.

DANGER

DO NOT drain more than one full frypot or two split frypots into the SDU at one time.

2. Disconnect the fryer from the electrical power supply and reposition it to gain access to the rear

of the fryer.

3. Remove the tilt housing and back panels from the fryer. The tilt housing must be removed first in

order to remove the upper back panel. To remove the tilt housing, raise the elements and allow them to rest on the basket support racks as shown in the photo below.

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Next, remove the hex head screws from the rear edge of the housing. The housing can then be lifted straight up and off the fryer. Lift up on the upper back panel to disengage the tabs on its upper corners from the cutouts in the fryer frame.

4. Disconnect the wire harness at connector C6 and, using a pin pusher, disconnect the probe leads

or high-limit leads from the connector.

5. If replacing a temperature probe, remove the screw securing the probe bracket to the element

and slide the bracket off the element and probe. Pull the probe out of the tilt housing assembly, install the replacement probe, and reattach the element bracket. Secure the upper portion of the probe with a replacement metal wire tie.

Probe Leads

Probe Bracket

Metal Wire Tie

If replacing a high-limit thermostat, unscrew the thermostat to be replaced. Apply Loctite

™

PST

567 or equivalent sealant to the threads of the replacement and screw it securely into the frypot.

6. If a temperature probe was replaced, insert the probe leads into the connector (see left

illustration below). For full-vat units or the left half (as viewed from the rear of the fryer) of a dual-vat unit, the red lead goes into position 6 and the white into position 7. For the right half of a dual-vat unit (as viewed from the rear of the fryer), the red lead goes into position 12 and the white into position 13.

Rib marks Positi on 1

Probe Lead Position s High-Limit Lead Pos itions

If a high-limit thermostat was replaced, insert the leads into the connector (see right illustration

above). For full-vat units or the left half of a dual-vat unit (as viewed from the rear of the fryer), the leads go into positions 4 and 5 of the connector. For the right half of a dual-vat unit (as viewed from the rear of the fryer), the leads go into positions 10 and 11. In either case, polarity does not matter.

7. Reinstall the back panels and tilt housing to complete the installation, then reverse steps 1 and 2

to return the fryer to service.

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1.5 Replacing a Heating Element

1. Perform steps 1-3 of section 1.4, Replacing a Temperature Probe.

2. On dual-vat fryers, and on full-vat fryers where the temperature probe is attached to the element

being replaced, disconnect the wire harness containing the probe wiring (connector C6). Using a pin pusher, disconnect the probe wires from the connector.

3. On the front of the contactor box, disconnect the 6-pin connector for the left element (as viewed

from the front of the fryer) or the 9-pin connector for the right element and pull the harness out through the rear of the fryer. Press in on the tabs on each side of the connector while pulling outward on the free end to extend the connector and release the element leads (see photo below). Pull the leads out of the connector and out of the plastic wire loom.

4. Raise the element to the full up position and disconnect the element springs.

5. Remove the nuts and machine screws that secure the element to the tilt plate assembly and pull

the element out of the frypot. NOTE: Full-vat elements consist of two dual-vat elements

clamped together. For full-vat units, remove the element clamps before removing the nuts and machine screws that secure the element to the tilt plate assembly.

6. If applicable, recover the probe bracket and probe from the element being replaced and install

them on the replacement element, then install the replacement element in the frypot, securing it with the nuts and screws removed in Step 5.

7. Route the element leads through the wire loom to prevent chafing and press the pins into the

connector in accordance with the diagram below, then close the connector to lock the leads in

place. NOTE: It is critical that the wires be routed through the loom to prevent chafing.

Pip marks Position 1

14253

5L 4L6L 1L2L3L

789

5R 4R6R 1R2R3R

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8. Insert the element connector into the receptacle on the front of the contactor box, ensuring that

the latches lock.

9. If disconnected in step 2, insert the temperature probe leads into the wiring harness connector

(see illustration below). For full-vat units or the right half of a dual-vat unit, the red lead goes into position 6 and the white into position 7. For the left half of a dual-vat unit, the red lead goes

into position 12 and the white into position 13. NOTE: Right and left refer to the fryer as

viewed from the rear.

Rib marks Position 1

10. If disconnected in step 2, reconnect connector C6 of the wiring harness.

11. Reconnect the element springs and lower the element back down onto the basket rack.

12. Reinstall the tilt housing and back panels, reposition the fryer under the exhaust hood, and

reconnect it to the electrical power supply.

1.6 Replacing Contactor Box Components

1. If replacing a contactor box above the built-in filter system, remove the filter pan and lid from

the unit. Drain the frypots into a Shortening Disposal Unit (SDU) or other appropriate metal container. If replacing a contactor box in a non-filter unit, drain the frypot above the box into a Shortening Disposal Unit (SDU) or other appropriate metal container.

DANGER

DO NOT drain more than one full frypot or two split frypots into the SDU at one time.

2. Disconnect the fryer from the electrical power supply.

3. Unplug the wiring harnesses from the contactor box to be serviced.

4. Remove the two screws that secure the box in place. NOTE: If you remove the screws from

both boxes at the same time, the boxes will jam against each other and neither can be removed.

Remove these screws to dismount the left c ontactor box. The right contactor box is secured in a similar manner.

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5. Carefully lower the box to the floor and pull it out the front of the fryer. Remove the top cover

to access contactors and other components.

6. After performing necessary service, reverse steps 1-5 to return the fryer to operation.

1.7 Replacing a Frypot

1. Drain the frypot into the filter pan or, if replacing a frypot over the filter system, into a

Shortening Disposal Unit (SDU) or other appropriate metal container. If replacing a frypot over the filter system, remove the filter pan and lid from the unit.

DANGER

DO NOT drain more than one full frypot or two split frypots into the SDU at one time.

2. Disconnect the fryer from the electrical power supply and reposition it to gain access to both the

front and rear.

3. On Euro-look models, slide the metal bezel up to release the bottom tabs; then, remove it.

4. On all models, remove the two screws from the upper corners of the control panels and allow

them to swing down (see illustration and photo on page 1-1).

5. Unplug the wiring harnesses and ground wires from the backs of the controllers. Remove the

controllers by lifting them from the hinge slots in the control panel frame.

6. Remove the tilt housing and back panels from the fryer. The tilt housing must be removed first in

order to remove the upper back panel. To remove the tilt housing, raise the elements and allow them to rest on the basket support racks (see photo on page 1-3).

7. Dismount the top cap by removing the hex head screws at each end that secure it to the control

panel frame.

8. Remove the hex head screw that secures the front of the frypot to the cabinet cross brace.

9. Remove the top-connecting strip that covers the joint with the adjacent frypot.

10. On standard models, unscrew the Teflon vent/vacuum-breaker tube fitting, open the drain tube

cleanout covers, unscrew the retainer nuts from the drain valve nipples, and remove the tube assembly from the fryer.

On Euro-look models, unscrew the Teflon vent/vacuum-breaker tube fitting, unscrew the nut

located on the front of each section of drain tube, and remove the tube assembly from the fryer.

11. Remove the covers from the drain safety switch(es) and disconnect the switch wiring at the

switch(es).

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12. At the rear of the fryer, unplug the C6 connector and, using a pin pusher, disconnect the high-

limit thermostat leads.

13. Disconnect the oil return flexline(s) at the frypot end(s).

14. Raise the elements to the “up” position and disconnect the element springs.

15. Remove the machine screws and nuts that secure the tilt plate and element assembly to the

frypot. Carefully lift the tilt plate and element assembly from the frypot and secure it to the cross brace on the rear of the fryer with wire ties or tape.

16. Carefully lift the frypot from the fryer and place it upside down on a stable work surface.

17. Recover the drain valve(s), oil return flexline connection fitting(s), and high-limit thermostat(s)

from the frypot. Apply Loctite™ PST 567 or equivalent sealant to the threads of the recovered parts and install them in the replacement frypot.

18. Carefully lower the replacement frypot into the fryer. Reinstall the hex head screw removed in

step 7 to attach the frypot to the fryer.

19. Position the tilt housing and element assembly in the frypot and reinstall the machine screws and

nuts removed in step 14.

20. Reconnect the oil return flexlines to the frypot, and replace aluminum tape, if necessary, to

secure heater strips to the flexlines.

21. Insert the high-limit thermostat leads disconnected in step 11 (see illustration on page 1-4 for pin

positions).

22. Reconnect the drain safety switch wiring to the switch(es) in accordance with the diagram below

then reinstall the switch covers.

RIGHT

58C BLK

57C RED

55C BLK

56C RED

DRAIN SAFETY SWITCH

LEFT

DRAIN SAFETY SWITCH

(DUAL-VAT ONLY)

23. Reinstall the drain tube assembly.

24. Reinstall the tilt housing and back panels, top cap, and top connecting strip.

25. Reinstall controllers in the control panel frame and reconnect the wiring harnesses and ground

wires.

26. Reposition the fryer under the exhaust hood and reconnect it to the electrical power supply.

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1.8 Built-in Filtration System Service Procedures

1.8.1 Filtration System Problem Resolution

One of the most common causes of filtration problems is placing the filter paper on the bottom of the filter pan rather than over the filter screen.

CAUTION

Ensure that filter screen is in place prior to filter paper placement and filter pump

operation. Improper screen placement is the primary cause of filtration system

malfunction.

When the complaint is “the pump is running, but no oil is being filtered,” check the installation of the filter paper and ensure that the correct size is being used.

If the pump motor overheats, the thermal overload will trip and the motor will not start until it is reset. If the pump motor does not start, press the red reset switch (button) located on the rear of the motor at the front of the fryer.

If the pump starts after resetting the thermal overload switch, then something is causing the motor to overheat. A major cause of overheating is when several frypots are filtered sequentially, thus overheating the pump and motor. Allow the pump motor to cool at least 30 minutes before resuming operation. Pump overheating can be caused by:

Sediment Particle

• Solidified shortening in the pan or

filter lines, or

• Attempting to filter unheated oil

(cold oil is more viscous, overloading the pump motor and causing it to overheat).

If the motor runs but the pump does not, there is a blockage in the pump. Incorrectly sized or installed paper/pads will allow food particles and sediment to pass through the filter pan and into the pump. When sediment enters the pump, the gears bind, causing the motor to overload, again tripping the thermal overload. Shortening that has solidified in the pump will also cause it to seize, with the same result.

A pump seized by debris or hard shortening can usually be freed by manually moving the gears with a screwdriver or other instrument.

Sediment Particle

Oil Flow

Up for reverse

Down for forward

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Disconnect power to the filter system, remove the input plumbing from the pump, and use a screwdriver to manually turn the gears.

● Turning the pump gears in reverse will release a hard particle.

● Turning the pump gears forward will push softer objects and solid shortening through the

pump and allow free movement of the gears.

Incorrectly sized or installed paper/pads will also allow food particles and sediment to pass through and clog the suction tube on the bottom of the filter pan. Particles large enough to block the suction tube may indicate that the crumb tray is not being used. Pan blockage can also occur if shortening is left in the pan and allowed to solidify. Blockage removal can be accomplished by forcing the item out with an auger or drain snake. Compressed air or other pressurized gases should not be used to force out the blockage.

1.8.2 Replacing the Filter Motor, Filter Pump, and Related Components

1. Remove the filter pan and lid from the unit. Drain the frypots into a Shortening Disposal Unit

(SDU) or other appropriate metal container.

DANGER

DO NOT drain more than one full frypot or two split frypots into the SDU at one time.

2. Disconnect the fryer from the electrical power supply and reposition it to gain access to both the

front and rear.

3. Remove the two lower back panels, unplug the wiring harnesses from the contactor boxes, and

remove the two screws that secure one of the boxes in place (it doesn’t matter which one; see

illustration on page 1-6). NOTE: If you remove the screws from both boxes at the same time,

the boxes will jam against each other and neither can be removed.

4. Carefully lower the box to the floor and pull it out the front of the fryer. Remove the remaining

box following the same procedure.

5. Disconnect the two flexlines running to the oil-return manifold at the rear of the fryer. Remove

the nut and bolt that secures the bridge to the oil-return manifold.

Disconnect Vacuum-Breaker

Disconnect Pump

Solenoid flexline here.

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6. Disconnect the pump suction flexline at the end of the filter pan connection.

Disconnect Pump Suction flexline here.

7. Remove the cover plate from the front of the motor and disconnect the motor wires.

8. Unplug the 15-pin connector from the rear of the left component box and, using a pin pusher,

disconnect the solenoid valve wires (pins 4, 6, 10 and 12). NOTE: If the vacuum-breaker

solenoid valve is connected to the manifold rather than the pump, its wires (pins 4 and 6) do not need to be disconnected.

9. Remove the two nuts and bolts that secure the front of the bridge to the cross brace and carefully

slide the bridge rearward off the cross brace until its front end can be lowered to the floor. Be

careful not to let the rear of the bridge slip off the manifold at this point. NOTE: In some early

production units, the bridge will not slide far enough to the rear to clear the front brace. In such cases, the front brace must be removed. It is held in place by two hex head screws on each end and a nut and bolt inside the brace near each end.

10. Get a good grip on the bridge, carefully pull it forward off the oil-return manifold, and lower the

entire assembly to the floor. Once on the floor, pull the assembly out the front of the fryer.

11. When required service has been completed, reverse steps 6-12 to reinstall the bridge. NOTE:

The black motor wires go on the top terminal, the white on the bottom. The pump solenoid valve wires go in positions 10 and 12 of the 15-pin connector; the vacuum-breaker solenoid valve wires go in positions 4 and 6. In both cases, polarity does not matter.

12. Once the bridge is back in place, reverse steps 4 and 5 to reinstall the contactor boxes.

13. Reconnect the unit to the electrical power supply, and verify that the pump is functioning

correctly (i.e., when a filter handle is placed in the ON position, the motor should start and there should be strong suction at the intake fitting and outflow at the power shower or rear flush port).

14. When proper operation has been verified, reinstall the back panels and the filter pan and lid, and

return the fryer to service.

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1.8.3 Replacing the Filter Transformer or Filter Relay

Remove the left controller from the fryer to expose the interior of the left component box. The filter

transformer and relay are located as shown in the illustration below. NOTE: The right component

box is identical to the left except that the filter transformer and relay are not present.

Filter

Relay

Filter

Transformer

Dual-vat conf ig ur ation illustrated. In full-vat units, left filter handle is not pr es e nt.

1.9 Basket Lift Service Procedures

Pro Series electric fryers may be equipped with automatic basket lifts. Basket lifts always come in pairs, although each operates independently.

A modular basket lift (illustrated below) is a self-contained sub-assembly consisting of a pair of

toothed rods which support removable basket lift arms, a pair of reversible-drive gear motors, and four microswitches. The gear motors engage the teeth of the rods, moving them up or down depending upon the motors’ direction of rotation. The microswitches at the upper and lower limits of movement stop the motors when the basket is in the full up or full down position.

Timing circuitry in the controller initiates and stops basket lift operation depending upon the variables programmed by the operator. When the product button is pressed, the timing circuitry activates a coil in the basket lift relay to supply power to the lower microswitch. The microswitches stop the motor at the lift’s upper and lower travel limits and reverse the direction of current flow thus reversing the motor direction.

When the product button is pushed on the computer/controller, current flows through a coil in the basket lift relay, causing the lower circuit to be activated. The basket lift lowers, closing the normally open upper-micro-switch. When the downward-moving rod opens the lower normally closed microswitch, power to the motor ceases to flow. When the computer/controller times out, the current to the relay coil is cut, allowing the upper circuit to be activated. The basket lift then raises and re-closes the lower microswitch. When the basket lift rod clears the upper microswitch, the microswitch reopens, power to the circuit is cut, and the motor stops. Pushing the product button restarts the cycle.

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Problems with the basket lift can be grouped into three categories:

● Binding/jamming problems

● Motor and gear problems

● Electronic problems

100-120V Configuration

208-250V Configuration

BINDING/JAMMING PROBLEMS

Noisy, jerky or erratic movement of the lifts is usually due to lack of lubrication of the rods and their bushings. Apply a light coat of Lubriplate® or similar lightweight white grease to the rod and bushings to correct the problem.

With the modular basket lift, another possible cause of binding is improper positioning of the motor, which prevents the gear from correctly engaging the teeth in the rod. To correct the problem, loosen the screws that hold the motor in place and move it forward or backward until the rod has just enough slack to be rotated slightly.

MOTOR AND GEAR PROBLEMS

With the modular basket lift, the most likely problem to be encountered in this category is erratic motion of the lift due to a worn drive gear. Failure to keep the lift rod and bushings properly lubricated will cause unnecessary wear of the gear. The problem is corrected by replacing the worn gear.

If the lift cycles correctly but fails to remain in the up position (i.e., goes up, but then slowly settles back down into the frypot), the problem is a failed motor brake. A failed motor brake cannot be repaired and requires replacement of the motor itself.

If power is reaching the motor but the motor fails to run, the motor is burned out and must be replaced.

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ELECTRONIC PROBLEMS

Within this category are problems associated with the relays, microswitches, capacitors, resistors, interface board, wiring, and controls. The most common problem in this category is a lift that continuously travels up and down. This is usually caused by a microswitch that is out of adjustment. Troubleshooting the electronics of a modular basket lift is simply a process of verifying current flow through the individual components up to and including the motor. Using a multimeter set to the 250 VAC range, check the connections on both sides of the component for the presence of the applied line voltage. The schematic below and the wiring diagram on page 1-15 identify the components and wiring connection points.

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