Velocity Lid Cable Replacement

Purpose

The weight carriage on the rear of the fryer counter-balances the lid system for easier operation. Two cables attached to it; the safety cable on the left-side and the lifting cable in the middle. The lifting cable tension should be tight and the safety cable tension should be loose enough that when squeezing the cable together, the two sides can touch. Both cables should be replaced in pairs. The white label denotes the cable replacement date and should be affixed to the back of the fryer's frame.

1. Locate a 3/8 in. nut driver.

   

2. Use a 3/8 in. nut driver to remove the nuts securing rear shroud of the fryer and remove the shroud.

3. Use a crosstip head screwdriver to remove screws securing the top cap and remove.

4. Lower the lid until it latches, and then insert two 5/16 in. carriage bolts. One bolt through each side of the weight carriage and in to the frame to secure the carriage. Ensure the carriage is level.

5. Carriage bolt holes are provided in the frame for securing the carriage.

6. Unscrew and remove both cables from the weight carriage assembly and then the chassis.

   

7. Remove weights as needed.

8. Screw a 5/16 in. lock-nut on each end of the new cables.

9. Apply blue loctite thread sealant to the cable threads.

10. Use an adjustable wrench to screw one end of each new cable in to the weight carriage assembly until tight.

11. Use a 1/2 in. wrench to tighten the lock-nut against the weight carriage assembly, this will secure both cables in place.

12. Thread the cables over the pulleys and down behind the weight assembly.

13. Apply blue loctite thread sealant to the cable threads.

14. Insert both cables into the holes in the chassis.

15. Screw a 5/16 in. nut on to the end of each of the cables and then tighten.

16. The lifting cable tension should be tight and the safety cable tension should be loose enough that when squeezing the cable together, the two sides can touch.

    

17. Tighten the lock-nut against the top of the bracket, securing the cable.

18. Remove the two carriage bolts securing the weight carriage against the fryer's frame. Retain the bolts for future use.

19. Raise the lid up and down to ensure free movement of the weight carriage and that it is level. Correct as needed.

20. Replace the top cap and rear shroud the repair is now complete.

Label Fryer to Denote Cable Replacement

1. After replacing both cables locate the white label and using a marker or pen write the cable replacement month and year on the white label.

2. Place the label on the back of the fryer.

3. Place the clear label protector overtop of the white label to prevent ink from wiping away during future cleanings.