Replacing the Drain Microswitch

Upon turning the drain handle the drain microswitch should "open", cutting off the pilot flame. This will prevent the fryer from heating while oil is being drained from the vat.

To avoid electrical shock or property damage, move the power switch to OFF and disconnect power.

1. Remove electrical power supplied to the unit.

2. The following check should be made to determine if the drain switch is defective.

   1. Remove the two screws and nuts securing the microswitch to the drain rod valve bracket.

      

   2. Remove microswitch.

      

   3. Remove wires from the switch.

   4. Check for continuity across the two outside terminals of the drain switch. If the circuit is open, the drain switch is defective. The circuit opens by pressing on the actuator of the microswitch.

3. If defective, replace switch in reverse order.