Applies to:
Replacing the Flame Sensor (Gas Units)
The flame sensor recognizes the pilot flame and allows gas to continue to the pilot. The flame sensor must send a minimum of one micro amps to the ignition module. The pilot flame should be split in two by the flame sensor, causing the flame sensor to be a bright red color.
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Remove electrical power supplied to the unit.
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To access flame sensor, open the filter doors in the front of the unit. Follow the small gauge yellow wire running to the sensor behind the pilot assembly.
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Disconnect the flame sense wire from the flame sensor.
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Use a pair of needle nosed pliers to pull the flame sensor out of the pilot assembly bracket.
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Insert the new flame sensor and reconnect flame sensor wire.
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Turn power on and inspect fryer.
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Troubleshooting the OFE and OFG 32X Fryer E-6 Temperature Probe Error Code
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Troubleshooting the OFE and OFG 32X Fryer E-20A Fan Sensor Stuck Closed Error Code
Troubleshooting the OFG 32X Fryer E-20B Pressure Switch Stuck Error Code
Troubleshooting the OFG 32X Fryer E-20D Ignition Failure Error Code
Troubleshooting the OFE 32X Fryer E-26 Heat Amps Locked Error Code
Troubleshooting the OFE and OFG 32X Fryer E-92 24V Circuit Overload Error Code
Troubleshooting the OFE 32X Fryer W-1 Low Voltage Warning
Troubleshooting the OFE 32X Fryer W-2 Slow Heating Warning
Troubleshooting the OFE 32X Fryer W-3 Was Not Ready Warning
Troubleshooting the OFE 32X Fryer W-4 Slow Cooking Warning
Troubleshooting the OFE 32X Fryer W-5 Slow Cooking Warning
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