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SYMPTOM
Pressure leaking from kettle lid.
Pressure releases too slowly.
Cooker stops during operation.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. Check lid O-Ring. Replace if required.
2.
Check diaphragm in lid-locking device. Replace
if required.
3.
Problem with pop-off valve. Replace if required.*
Do not use pop-off valve to manually relieve
pressure as a regular practice. Allow pressure
to release automatically.
1.
Turn fryer OFF. If pressure still fails to release,
pull pressure-release ring on pop-off valve on
lid to relieve all pressure in kettle.* DO NOT
use
excessive force on lid-opening handles.
1.
Condensation line obstructed. Remove thumb
screw and clean out condensation line and
pressure-relief valve (see WEEKLY CLEANING
procedures).
2.
Check operation of pressure-relief valve.
Center section of valve should move freely.
Repair or replace if required.*
1. Fuse open or circuit breaker tripped.
2. Oil is too hot and high-limit switch is open.
Problem with controller, thermocouple, or
high-limit switch.*
3. Problem with contactor.*
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE, CONT'D.
FORM 34521, Rev. A (October 2001) PRINTED IN U.S.A.
*Contact your local Hobart service office.
Lid will not release.