Error Codes

DISPLAY

CAUSE

PANEL BOARD CORRECTION

“E-4”

Control board overheating

Turn switch to OFF position, then turn switch back to ON; if “E-4” continues, the board is getting too hot; check for signs of overheating behind the control panel; once panel cools down the controls should return to normal; if “E-4” persists, have control panel replaced

“E-5”

Oil overheating

Turn switch to OFF position, then back to ON;

if “E-5” continues, the heating circuits and temperature probe should be checked; once the unit cools down, the controls should return to normal; if “E-5” persists, have control panel replaced

“E-6”

Temperature probe failure

Turn switch to OFF position, then back to ON; if the “E-6” continues, the temperature probe should be checked; once the probe is repaired, or replaced, the controls should return to normal; if “E-6” persists, have control panel replaced

“E-41”

Programming failure

Turn switch to OFF position, then back to ON; if display shows “E-41”, the control should be re- initialized (See Programming Section) if the error code persists, have control panel replaced

“E-71”

Pump motor relay failure or wiring problem

Replace relay if contacts are stuck closed; check wiring on POWER/PUMP switch, or at wall receptacle; L1 and N may be reversed

CE Only - Along with the previous error codes, CE units have the following self-diagnostic error codes:

DISPLAY

CAUSE

PANEL BOARD CORRECTION

“E-10”

High limit

Allow oil to cool, and then reset the high limit. If the high limit does not reset, the high limit must be replaced.

To reset the high limit:

  • For Bulb and Cap designs with a small red button, press and release.

  • For Electric High Limit designs with a red switch, press and hold for 5 seconds and release.

“E-15”

Drain switch

Close the drain, using the drain valve handle; if display still shows “E-15”, have the drain microswitch checked

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Unpacking

Selecting the Location

Installing the Power Cord

Basic Operation

Changing the Filter Envelope

Filtering

Cleaning the Vat

Maintenance Schedule

Operating Components

Cleaning Deadweight Assembly

Cleaning the Nylatron Slides

Lubricating the Lid Rollers

Reversing the Lid Gasket

Cleaning the Safety Relief Valve

Inspecting the Counterweight Cables

Programming

Special Programming

Replacing the High Temperature Limit Control

Water Detection System

Decommissioning Fryers

Replacing the Control Panel

Testing and Replacing the Fuse Holders

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Troubleshooting the SMS Control Online Projection System (OPS) Connection

Troubleshooting the C8000 Open Fryer Message

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Replacing the Heating Elements

Replacing the Contactors

Replacing the Temperature Probe

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Troubleshooting the PFE 590 and 592 E-10 High Limit Error Code

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Testing and Replacing the Power/Pump Switch

Replacing the Drain Microswitch

Replacing the Drain Valve and Extension

Installing the Pump Seal Kit

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Filter Rinse Hose Retrofit Instructions

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Replacing the Nylatron Slides (Cam Slide Filler)

Replacing the Lid Counterweight Cables

Realigning the Lid

Unpacking Instructions

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Rear Cover Removal Instructions

Label Application and Location for the 8 Head Fryer

Reference

Specifications

Wiring Diagrams

PFE 590 and 592 Inspection and Planned Maintenance

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1000 Ohm Chart

Fastron RTD Chart