Applies to:

Temp/Level Probe Fitting Replacement

7/8 in. Socket and Ratchet,

1/2 in. Wrench,

Crosstip head screwdriver

Kit number

140593

Estimated Time

30 Minutes

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

  1. Disconnect power from fryer.

  2. Drain oil from vat into filter pan or dispose into a waste container.

    1. Use Menu.

    2. Filter.

    3. Drain.

  3. Allow vat and heater elements to cool enough to handle. For safety, disconnect power to fryer.

  4. Remove left side panel from fryer.

  5. Remove compression cap from temp probe low and or level probe top.

  6. Pull / push probe outward of fryer.

  7. Remove teflon seal, spacer and cap from probe and discard.

  8. Remove nut and washer form fitting, set aside and keep.

  9. Remove fitting from vat and discard.

  10. Insert O-ring into new fitting.

  11. Insert fitting through vat wall from the inside.

  12. Align fitting to vat hole for correct orientation.

  13. Insert washer then nut onto fitting from outside of vat. Torque to 36 lb-ft.

  14. Insert new parts on probe in correct order and orientation, cap, spacer, and Teflon seal (orient with dome end towards probe tip).

  15. Insert probe and parts into fitting and start threading cap.

  16. Position probe 0.50 in. from vat wall.

  17. Position gauge vertically within the slot of the new fitting and against the vat wall.

  18. Insert probe to make contact with gauge.

  19. Finger tighten cap and then add another 1/2 turn.

  20. Fill vat with oil. Check for leaks.

    1. Menu

    2. FIlter

    3. Fill or add new oil.

  21. Install left side pane and fryer is ready for normal operation.

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