Inspecting the Element Spreader Bars

Some locations may choose to do this procedure on a more frequent basis (i.e., quarterly, semi-annually, or other frequency).

Only perform this procedure when the unit is cool or severe burns may result.

To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, capillary bulb must remain in the clip provided on the front wall of the vat.

The five heating element spreader bars and the high limit bracket loosen through normal heating and cooling of the oil. This heating and cooling of the oil causes the fry vat surfaces to expand and contract. Over time, this expansion and contraction may cause the element spreader bars and high limit bracket loosen. If this loosening is not addressed, the high limit bulb and capillary tube can shift. This can lead to interference with the basket as product is lowered into the oil, or unwanted capillary tube movement during cleaning and brushing the fry vat. Tightening prevents high limit issues and or heating element issues.

1. Check and tighten as required all 10 spreader bar screws. Do not over tighten.

2. Tighten the high limit bracket screw. Ensure the high limit bulb is seated in the bracket. Do not over tighten.