Pitco Gas Fryer SGM24

Pull the blue drain handle down to drain oil/shortening into the filter pan

Connect the filter flush hose to the quick connecting fitting

Point the filter hose nozzle outlet into the cooker tank

Pull the yellow handle to turn the pump on

Wear protective gloves and clothing

Read the 'operation' section of the manual

Drain all the oil/shortening from the tank

Remove and clean the following components

Remove and discard any large debris inside the tank

Disconnect the power supply before cleaning and servicing the appliance

Empty the contents of the crumb catch and/or filter pan into a fireproof container

Detach the pickup tube from the filter pickup assembly by unscrewing it counterclockwise at the knurled fitting

Slide off the filter paper clip and remove used filter paper from filter screen

Replace with new filter paper ensuring the hole in the paper is on the top

Fold filter paper to the underside of the filter screen and replace filter paper clip

Re-attach filter pickup tube to the filter screen by screwing it clockwise into the threaded fitting

Unscrew filter strainer cap from pickup tube and gently tap to dislodge crumbs

Use a clean cloth to remove remaining crumbs and reattach strainer cap

Filter Pickup Assembly Cleaning

Scrape loose debris and crumbs from filter pickup assembly and filter pan with filter scoop shovel

Remove filter pickup and place in pot sink, power soak sink or dishwasher for cleaning

Ensure all surfaces are rinsed thoroughly and dried before re-assembly

Wipe filter pan with clean damp cloth and food grade detergent

Wipe spilled oil/shortening, dust, and lint from the cabinet exterior with a clean damp cloth and mild food grade detergent.

Ensure no water or detergent gets into the oil/shortening.

Use a nonabrasive pad for tougher stains if needed.

Remove detergent from all surfaces.

Use a clean cloth to remove oil/shortening, dust, lint, or filter powder from the interior of the cabinet.