Troubleshooting guide
Problem
Fryer does not work/
ON/OFF button not lit
Red light on temperature control
unit come on
Temperature light solid and not flashing
Oil overflowing
Unpleasant Odour/Oil smokes
Poor Frying performance
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Possible Cause
Fryer not plugged in
ON/OFF button not in ON position
Fuse blown
Electronic control unit not fitted
Oil change light operating
Normal operation -
Correct frying temperature not reached
yet
Temperature not recovered from previous
frying session.
Maximum oil level exceeded
Basket overloaded/maximum chip
capacity exceeded
Wet food placed in oil
The oil is old and has deteriorated
Incorrect oil used/different oils
mixed together
The oil is old and has deteriorated
The oil is not suitable for deep frying
Incorrect temperature used
Basket overloaded
Fresh chips too wet
Frying method
5
Solution
Check fryer is plugged in.
Check ON/OFF button is
pushed in.
Check the fuse/circuit breaker
for your installation and replace
the fuse if necessary. If this does
not solve the problem refer to the
"service" section.
Check that electronic control is
inserted properly.
Clean fryer and change oil.
Switch fryer on.
Reset button by pressing and
holding in for 2-3 seconds.
Wait for light to start flashing
before frying.
Check oil level.
Refer to frying chart for
recommended quantities.
Drain and dry food thoroughly.
Replace with fresh oil.
Use a good quality oil suitable
for deep frying.
Replace with fresh oil.
Use a good quality oil suitable
for deep frying.
Select the correct temperature.
Reduce the quantity fried.
Drain and dry the chips thoroughly.
Try batch method for fresh chips
170°C for 9–11 minutes
Then increase temperature to
190°C and cook for a further 1–2
minutes.