Pitco Gas Fryer SSH55T

Ensure the thermometer is suitable for temperatures up to 380°F (182°C)

Place the thermometer in the oil above the tip of the fryer’s temperature probe within 1” (2.54 cm / 25.4 mm)

Ensure the thermometer does not touch the heat tube

Record the temperature reading from the thermometer

Record the controller’s setpoint temperature

Is the thermometer reading within ± 5°F (± 3°C) of the controller’s setpoint?

Allow the oil/shortening to cool before pulling the fryer away from the hood

Disconnect the following components

Wear protective gear before pulling the fryer away from the hood

Check that vent hood drip cup is empty and not dripping oil/shortening into the flue

Check that the hood baffles are clean and not dripping oil/shortening into the flue

Unscrew filter strainer cap from pickup tube and gently tap it to dislodge any crumbs from the slots.

Use a clean cloth to remove any remaining crumbs and reattach the filter strainer cap.

Filter Pickup Assembly Cleaning

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

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

Rinse thoroughly and dry all surfaces before re-assembly.

Wipe the filter pan with clean damp cloth and a food grade detergent.

Electrical Connections and Harnesses

Check electrical connections and harnesses for integrity

Check temperature probes and limits for carbon build up and plating

Clean temperature probes and limits if required

Check proper mounting of probes and sensors

Ensure all fasteners are secure

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