Replacing the Filter Pan Switch

This switch closes when the filter pan is pushed properly in place under the fryer. If the filter pan is not properly in place, or the drain switch is faulty, display prompts such as, “CHECK PAN”; “CHANGE FILTER PAD” shows in the display.

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

Checkout

1. Remove control panel and hinge it down.

2. Locate the 8-pin connector on the AIF PC board and pull the connector from the board.

3. Check for normally open circuit between pins with wires labeled D1 & D2.

   Switch can fail “open” or “closed”. If filter pan switch is defective, continue with replacement instructions below.

Replacing

1. Filter pan switch is located under right frame rail on which drain pan slides. Using a “stubby” 3/8 inch nut driver or socket, remove two nuts securing switch to frame.

   

2. Using same tool, remove three nuts and wire clamps from under frame rail.

3. Separate connector between the right and center doors (below magnets) and push plug down through frame rail.

4. Mount new switch under rail and secure with two nuts. Route wires through clamps, secure clamps to studs with nuts, and push plug up through rail and connect.

5. Support control panel bottom with one hand, swing panel top up about 90 degrees, slide panel down slightly to clear screw, push panel top up to engage screw, then tighten screw.