Applies to:

Replacing the Heating Elements (Electric)

Heating elements are available for 208 and 230 voltage. Check data plate to determine correct voltage.

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

Checkout

If the oil temperature recovery is very slow or at a slower rate than required, this may indicate defective heating element(s). An ohmmeter quickly indicates if the elements are shorted or open.

Remove electrical power supplied to the unit.
Remove the rear cover.
Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the appropriate wires from the terminal blocks.
Perform an ohm check on one element at a time, with wires disconnected. The 2 elements actually have 3 small heating elements inside the outer plate. It's important to check between the correct wires to obtain an accurate ohm reading. The wires are labeled for conveniences. If resistance is not within tolerance, replace the element.

Wire Nos.	Volts	Watts	Ohms (cold)
1L1 to 1L1	208	11000	11.7
1L2 to 1L2	208	11000	11.7
1L3 to 1L3	208	11000	11.7
1L1 to 1L1	240	11000	15.7
1L2 to 1L2	240	11000	15.7
1L3 to 1L3	240	11000	15.7

Replacing

Drain the oil from the vat.
Remove the high limit bulb holder from the heating element inside the vat.

See Replacing the High Limit Temperature Control (Electric Section).
Use a crosstip head screwdriver to remove the screws securing the element to the element hinges.
Pull element from fryer and replace with new element.
Connect the power cord to the wall receptacle or close wall circuit breaker.
Replace the oil in the vat.
Unit is ready for operation.