Replacing the Flame Sensor / Pilot / Ignitor Assembly (Gas)

The Henny Penny open fryer (gas) has electronic spark ignition that lights a standing pilot. The gap between the spark electrode and the pilot hood should be 1/8 of an in. (3.18 mm). The flame sensor recognizes the pilot flame and allows gas to continue to the pilot. The flame sensor must send a minimum of two (2) micro amps to the ignition module. The pilot flame should be split in two by the flame sensor, causing the flame sensor to be bright red in color.

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

TO AVOID INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR EXPLOSION, BEFORE REPLACING STARTING THIS PROCEDURE, DO THE FOLLOWING: MOVE THE POWER/PUMP SWITCH TO THE “OFF” POSITION. DISCONNECT THE MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER AT THE WALL, OR UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. TURN OFF THE MAIN GAS SUPPLY TO THE FRYER AND DISCONNECT AND CAP THE SUPPLY LINE TO FRYER.

1. Remove electrical power supplied to the unit.

   

2. Remove the control panel and heat shield from control area.

   

3. Disconnect the flame sense wire from ignition module.

   

4. Use a 7/16 in. wrench to loosen the nut on the pilot tube and pull tube from assembly.

   

5. Remove the two screws securing the assembly and pull assembly form unit.

6. Now the flame sensor or pilot assembly can be removed from bracket.