Frymaster BK1814E - Manual (Page 28)

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5.1.3 Clean the Frypot and Heating Elements- Weekly
Clean the frypot and heating elements to remove accumulated carbonized oil with detergent and
water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
DANGER
Never operate the appliance with an empty frypot. The frypot must be filled to the fill
line with water, oil or shortening before energizing the elements. Failure to do so
will result in irreparable damage to the elements and may cause a fire.
5.1.5 Clean Detachable Parts and Accessories – Weekly
Wipe all detachable parts and accessories with a clean, dry cloth. Use a clean cloth saturated with
detergent to remove accumulated carbonized oil on detachable parts and accessories. Rinse the parts
and accessories thoroughly with clean water and wipe dry before reinstalling.
5.2
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:
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• Inspect the cabinet inside and out, front and rear for excessive 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.
• Verify that the temperature and high-limit probes are properly connected, tightened and
functioning properly, and that mounting hardware and probe guards are present and properly
installed.
• Verify that component box and contactor box components (i.e. controller, relays, interface
boards, transformers, contactors, etc.) are in good condition and free from oil and other debris.
• Verify that component box and contactor box wiring connections are tight and that wiring is in
good condition.