KSCF18G COOL ZONE SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING
7-6
7.3 Filtration System Troubleshooting
Pump won't
start.
• Return valve not fully opened.
• Tripped circuit breaker.
• Incorrect or no line voltage.
• Failed return microswitch.
Pump stops
during filtering
process. Motor
is hot.
• Allow motor to cool for at least 45 minutes and then
press thermal overload switch on motor.
Pump stops
and motor is
cool.
• Move filter handle to OFF. Allow oil to cool then
empty pan. Verify filter paper and screen are clean
and properly installed. Refill pan and restart
process.
Pump starts
and abruptly
stops.
• Reset thermal overload.
• Verify wiring harness is properly connected; a
damaged harness should be replaced by a FASC.
• Pump is blocked. Call FASC for service.
• Filter pan suction tube is blocked. Use a thin,
flexible wire to unclog.
• Motor or 24 VAC transformer failed; call for service.
Pumping is
erratic.
• Verify O-rings on pan outlet are present and in good
condition.
• Verify paper and screen have been properly
installed.
Oil not being
returned to
frypot.
• Solidified oil or sediment is likely clogging the return
line. Clear line.
After filtering,
fryer does not
operate
properly.
• Verify drain valve is fully closed.