CONTROLLER

3000 Version 3
Operation Manual

Frymaster, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends using
CFESA Certified Technicians.

24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633

MAR 2013

www.frymaster.com E-mail: [email protected] *8196985*

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 NOTICE
IF, DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THE CUSTOMER USES A PART FOR THIS MANITOWOC
FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN AN UNMODIFIED NEW OR RECYCLED PART
PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM FRYMASTER DEAN, OR ANY OF ITS AUTHORIZED SERVICE
CENTERS, AND/OR THE PART BEING USED IS MODIFIED FROM ITS ORIGINAL
CONFIGURATION, THIS WARRANTY WILL BE VOID. FURTHER, FRYMASTER DEAN AND ITS
AFFILIATES WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS, DAMAGES OR EXPENSES INCURRED BY
THE CUSTOMER WHICH ARISE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DUE TO
THE INSTALLATION OF ANY MODIFIED PART AND/OR PART RECEIVED FROM AN
UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.

NOTICE
This appliance is intended for professional use only and is to be operated by qualified
personnel only. A Frymaster Authorized Servicer (FAS) or other qualified professional should
perform installation, maintenance, and repairs. Installation, maintenance, or repairs by
unqualified personnel may void the manufacturer’s warranty.

NOTICE
This equipment must be installed in accordance with the appropriate national and local codes of
the country and/or region in which the appliance is installed.

NOTICE TO OWNERS OF UNITS EQUIPPED WITH COMPUTERS

U.S.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. While
this device is a verified Class A device, it has been shown to meet the Class B limits.

CANADA
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A or B limits for radio noise emissions as set
out by the ICES-003 standard of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Cet appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassany les limites de classe A
et B prescrites dans la norme NMB-003 edictee par le Ministre des Communcations du Canada.

DANGER
Prior to movement, testing, maintenance and any repair on your Frymaster fryer, disconnect
ALL electrical power from the fryer.

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 3000 Version 3 Controller
Operation Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1: 3000 Version 3 Controller Instructions

1.1 Using the 3000 Version 3......................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 3000 Version 3 Modes ............................................................................................................. 1-2
1.3 3000 Version 3 Menu Summary Tree ...................................................................................... 1-3
1.4 Setup Main Menu ..................................................................................................................... 1-4
1.4 Vat Setup .................................................................................................................................. 1-4
1.6 Info Mode................................................................................................................................. 1-7
1.7 Product Setup (Single Setpoint) ............................................................................................... 1-9
1.8 Multiple Setpoint Cooking Overview .................................................................................... 1-10
1.9 Product Setup (Multiple Setpoint) ......................................................................................... 1-11
1.10 Filter Menu............................................................................................................................. 1-12
1.10.1 Filter ......................................................................................................................... 1-13
1.10.2 Clean and Filter ........................................................................................................ 1-14
1.10.3 Dispose ..................................................................................................................... 1-14
1.10.4 Dispose (Bulk) ......................................................................................................... 1-15
1.10.5 Fill Vat from Bulk (Bulk option only) ..................................................................... 1-15
1.10.6 Boil Out .................................................................................................................... 1-16
1.11 Polishing ................................................................................................................................ 1-16
1.12 SCAN Mode........................................................................................................................... 1-17
1.13 Sensitivity Setting Chart ........................................................................................................ 1-18
CHAPTER 2: Operator Troubleshooting
2.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 2-2
2.2.1 Error Message and Display Problems ........................................................................... 2-2
2.2.2 Filtration Problems ........................................................................................................ 2-3
2.2.3 Error Log Codes ............................................................................................................ 2-4

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 CHAPTER 1: 3000 VERSION 3 CONTROLLER INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 Using the 3000 Version 3

ON/OFF
 Press ON/OFF button. Fryer begins melt cycle to slowly heat solid shortening to programmed temperature before
switching to full temperature and heating to setpoint or idle temperature and displays: READY.
 Exit melt cycle, when using liquid oil, by pressing and releasing the Exit Cool button or any programmed product
button. Displays show Exit Melt? on left and YES NO on the right. Press  to exit.
Cooking
 COOL displayed: Press product button or Exit Cool; fryer heats to setpoint and displays READY.
 READY displayed: Press product button and drop product.
 -- displayed: The vat temperature is out of the Ready zone.
 DONE displayed: Press blinking product button to cancel alarm and end a cook.
 HOLD displayed: Press blinking product button to cancel hold alarm.
 Cancel a Cook: Press and hold blinking product button to cancel cook cycle.
Change setpoint: Press a product button with the desired temperature. Press the product button again and a cook
starts. NOTE: When a product button with a setpoint different than a currently cooking product is pressed, a low tone
is heard and the new cook won’t start until the cook is finished.

Controller Button Navigation

 Product: Press to start a cook cycle. Active when adjacent LED is lit. LED flashes during a cook cycle. Press and
hold to cancel a cook cycle. Press at end of cook cycle to cancel an alarm. Press and hold a product with different
setpoint to change setpoint temperature.
 Exit/ Scan: Press once; all product buttons are lit. Select Product displayed. Press product button to view product
name. Press  to advance through all product parameters. Press Exit Scan again to repeat. Press Exit Scan twice
to escape.
 Left/Right Arrows: Navigate options in left display. Press both simultaneously to start a polish cycle.
 Up/Down Arrows: Navigate options in right display. Press both simultaneously to change to a second language if
one is selected in setup.
 Exit Cool: Exits cool mode, returns fryer to setpoint temperature.
 Thermometer: Fryer ON: Press and release for setpoint in left display and vat temperature in right display.
 Thermometer, Fryer OFF: Press to display temperature, time, date, system version, controller and circuit board
software versions.
 Checkmark: Fryer OFF: Press and hold 3 seconds: Scroll filter usage; Press and hold 10 seconds: Product
setup.
 Checkmark: Fryer ON: Enter Codes, Respond to left display prompts.
 Filter: Press and release: Cooks remaining to filter cycle. Press and hold: Filter options: Filter, Clean and Filter,
Dispose, Fill Vat from Bulk (Bulk option only) and Boil Out (OFF only).

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 1.2 3000 Version 3 Modes
The 3000 Version 3 is programmable to operate in modes that vary from the standard setup. One mode, Cooks, allows
products to be cooked with multiple setpoints, a feature primarily used for bone-in chicken. Another mode, Filters, allows
programmable filtering prompts (assigning a number of cook cycles before a filter prompt occurs). Prompts to guide filter
steps also appear on the controller. The two modes can be used together or separately. When these modes are turned off, as
they are in the standard setup, the programming steps associated with them do not appear on the controller.

When these modes are turned on, or enabled, in the Tech Mode of the computer, their programming steps appear on the
controller.

Steps associated with programming these optional features are in gray type in this manual. If you are using the 3000
Version 3 with the Cooks and Filters features disabled, you will not see the items shown in gray type in the programming
steps. If you have Cooks and Filters enabled, the items shown in gray in this manual will appear in the programming steps
you encounter on the controller.

Follow these steps to enable or disable the Filters and Cooks options. The default setting of the controller is disabled.
Left Display Right Display Action
OFF OFF Start with the far LEFT controller. Press  until the controller scrolls Info Mode,
changing to Main and then PRODUCT SETUP.
Product Setup Blank Press  to scroll to Tech Mode. Press .

Tech Mode Enter Code Enter 3000

Clear E-Log Blank Press  to scroll to Enable Filters. Press .
Enable Filters Yes No Press to enable; press  to disable. 
Enable Filters Blank Press  to scroll to Enable Cooks. Press .
Enable Cooks Yes No Press  to enable; press  to disable.
Enable Cooks Blank Press Exit Scan twice, returning the controller display to OFF.

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 1.3 3000 Version 3 Menu Setup Tree
Filter Menu ...……………….....………………………………………………………………………………….. 1.9 NOTE: Items in gray are associated
[With computer ON, press and hold FILTER button]

Filter
with the optional COOKS and FILTERS
Clean and Filter modes of the computer. If these
Dispose modes are disabled, as they are in the
Fill Vat From Bulk (Bulk option only)
Boil Out [With computer OFF, press and hold FILTER button] standard setup, the steps shown in
Info Mode ………………...………………………...………………………………………..……………………….. 1.5
gray will not appear in the
[Press and hold ü(check) button] programming steps.
Last Dispose Stats
Daily Stats
Selected Period Stats
Last Load Stats
Main Menu and Tech Modes
[With computer OFF, press and hold ü(check) button 10 seconds, displays Main Menu - Product Setup]
Product Setup ….………...…………….....………………………………………………………….. 1.6-1.8
[Enter 1650 ]
Select Product
Long Name
Short Name
Cooking Mode
NOTE: Three alarm times are
1 Time programmable. The steps for
1 Tempr programming the 2nd alarm are just like
1 Sensitivity
1 Alarm Time (Shake) the first. A third alarm prompt follows
1 Alarm Name (Shake) completion of the 2nd.
1 Alarm Mode (Shake)
1 Alarm Tone (Shake)
2 Alarm Time (Shake) Time entered here, produces a 3rd alarm time.
Filter Prompt
Instant On
Hold Time
Load Standard (Load Default Product Menu)
Vat Setup ..……….….………...…………….....………………………………………………………….. 1.4
[Enter 1656 ]
System ….………………...…...…….....………………………………………………………….. 1.4
Language
2nd Language
Locale (CE or Non-CE)
Energy (Gas or Elec)
Type (Vat)
System Volume (Sound Level)
Tempr Format (F or C)
Exit Melt Tempr
Cool Mode Tempr
Cool Mode Default
Fresh Oil
Waste
Drain Switch
Recovery Alarm
Basket Lift
Hold Time

Time/Date ………...…..……...…….....………………………………………………………….. 1.4

DST(Daylight Savings Time) Setup …………………………………………….. 1.4
Filter …………………....………...…….....………………………………………………………….. 1.4
Cooks til Filter
EOD Filter Timer
EOD Filter Time
Flushing Timer
Boil Out Timer
1 Polish Timer
1 Polish Prompt Time
1 Polish Duration
1 Polish Start Tempr

E-Log List of last 10 error codes …….………………………………...……….. 1.4

Change Password …...………………....………………………………………………….. 1.4
Tech Mode
[Enter 3000 ]
Clear E-Log
Clear Passwords
Lane Count
Hold Mode
Max Cook Tempr
Hi-Limit Test
Enable Filters
Enable Cooks

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 1.4 Setup: Main Menu
Pressing and holding the checkmark key for 10 seconds produces the setup mode, which first displays Product Setup. Turn
the controller off and follow the steps below to navigate the options.
Left Display Right Display Action
OFF OFF Start with the far LEFT controller. Press  until the controller scrolls Info Mode,
changing to Main and then PRODUCT SETUP.
Product Setup Blank Press  to scroll to Product Setup, Vat Setup, Tech Mode, and Exit. With the desired
selection displayed, press .
Product Setup Blank Programming menu items and cooking parameters.
vat setup Blank Vat set up is described below in section 1.5.
Tech Mode Blank Tech mode is used to enable and disable Cooks and Filters options.
Exit Exit Press Exit/Scan button to return the controller to OFF.

1.5 Vat Setup

Vat Setup mode allows the controller to be set for language displays, vat sizes, and temperature range displays. With the
controller OFF follow the steps below. *NOTE: Most of the system choices are only available on the far left controller.
Left Display Right Display Action
OFF OFF Start with the far LEFT controller. Press  until the controller scrolls Info Mode,
changing to Main and then PRODUCT SETUP.
Product Setup Blank Press  to scroll to Vat setup and press .
Vat setup Enter code Enter 1656.
System Blank Press .

Language English Press  to scroll to choice and press .

2nd language SPANISH Press  to scroll to choice and press . (This option allows another language to
be toggled easily from the front panel. (ex. Spanish as a second language.) Default
is Spanish.
Locale Non-ce Press  to scroll to choices: CE (European Conformity standards), CE Belgium
or Non-CE (non-European standards) and press . This option is only available on
the far left computer on multiple batteries.
Energy Gas Press  to scroll to choices: Gas or Electric and press . This option is only
available on the far left computer on multiple batteries.
Type* GL30 Full Press  to scroll choices: Gas- GL30 Full, GL30 Split, Electric- EL30-14 Full,
EL30-14 Split, EL30-17 Full and EL30-17 Split. With the current fryer vat type
displayed, press .
SYSTEM volume 5 Sets sound level for controller. Enter level, 1-9 (1=Lowest/ 9=Loudest). Press .
TempR format F Press  to scroll choices: F for Fahrenheit; C for Celsius. Press .
Exit Melt TempR 180º (82 ºC) Use numbered keys to change default setting. Press . (This is the temperature for
the fryer to exit the melt cycle.) Range is 100°F (38°C) to 200°F (93°C). Default is
180°F (82°C).
COOL MODE TEMPR 250F (121 ºC) Use numbered keys to change default setting. Press . (This is the temperature
during setback or idle mode.) Default is 250°F (121°C).
COOL MODE 0 Use numbered keys to change default setting. (This is the amount of minutes the
DEFAULT fryers sits idle before going to cool mode. Setting is disabled if set to zero.) Press
. Default is zero.
FRESH OIL NONE Press  to scroll choices None, JIB or Bulk. Default is none. Press . This
option is only available on the far left computer.
WASTE NONE Press  to scroll choices None or Bulk. Default is none. Press . This option is
only available on the far left computer.
*An expanded list of settings is available, if needed, in Tech Mode.

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 1.5 Vat Setup cont.
Left Display Right Display Action
DRAIN SWITCH YES Press  to scroll choices YES and NO. Press . (Set to YES if the fryer has a
drain switch installed.)
RECOVERY ALARM DISABLED Press  to scroll choices DISABLED and ENABLED. Press . (This is a
recovery alarm that locks out the fryer if it does not heat properly. Default is
disabled.
Basket Lift DISABLED Press  to scroll choices DISABLED and ENABLED. If the fryer has basket
lifts, set to enabled. Press . Default is disabled.
HOLD TIME AUTO Press  to scroll choices AUTO and MANUAL. Press . (This is the hold timer
cancel alarm.) If set to auto, the alarm will auto cancel. Default is auto.
Exit Exit Press  button once to return the controller to OFF.
Time/date Programming
OFF OFF Press  until the controller scrolls INFO MODE, changing to MAIN and then
PRODUCT SETUP.
Product Setup Blank Press  to scroll to Vat setup and press .
Vat setup Enter code Enter 1656.
SYSTEM Blank Press  to scroll to TIME/DATE.
Time/date Blank Press .
Time entry Time Use numbered keys to change time. Enter the time in 24 hour format. Press .
Date format Mm/dd/yy Press  to scroll choices. With the desired date format displayed, press .
Enter date date Use numbered keys to change date. Press .
Exit Exit Press the Exit/Scan button three times to return the controller to OFF.
DST SETUP This is daylight savings time setup. In the United States, daylight saving time begins each year at 2:00
A.M. on the second Sunday in March, with clocks moving ahead one hour. Daylight saving time ends
each year at 2:00 A.M. on the first Sunday in November, with clocks moving back one hour. For the
two U.S. states and international locations that do not use DST, set to disabled.
OFF OFF Press  until the controller displays INFO MODE, changing to MAIN and then
PRODUCT SETUP.
Product Setup Blank Press  to scroll to Vat setup and press .
Vat setup Enter code Enter 1656.
System Blank Press  to scroll to DST Setup.
DST Setup Blank Press 
DST Enabled Press  to scroll choices DISABLED and ENABLED. Press . (This enables or
disabled daylight savings time. Default is enabled.) If disabled is chosen, pressing
the  button, displays exit. Press the exit scan button three times to exit.
DST START MONTH 3 Enter the daylight savings time starting month using the 1-10 keys. (Default is US
government starting month “3”.) Press .
DST START SUNDAY 2 Enter the daylight savings time starting Sunday using the 1-10 keys. (Default is US
government starting Sunday “2”.) Press .
DST END MONTH 11 Enter the daylight savings time ending month using the 1-10 keys. (Default is US
government ending month “11”.) Press .
DST END SUNDAY 1 Enter the daylight savings time ending Sunday using the 1-10 keys. (Default is US
government ending Sunday “1”.) Press .
EXIT Exit Press the Exit/Scan button three times to return the controller to OFF.
filter Feature only available if Filters is enabled in Tech Mode
OFF OFF Press  until the controller scrolls INFO MODE, changing to MAIN and then
PRODUCT SETUP.

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 1.5 Vat Setup cont.
Left Display Right Display Action
Product Setup Blank Press  to scroll to Vat setup and press .
Vat setup Enter code Enter 1656.
SYSTEM Blank Press  to scroll to FILTER.
filter Blank Press .
Cooks til Filter 0 (This is the total number of cooks that occur before a filter prompt. The default is
0.) Enter the number of cooks before a filter prompt is desired. Press .
EOD FILTER TIMER DISABLED Press  to scroll to choice enable or disable and press . Default is
DISABLED)
Eod filter time 23:59 Use numbered keys to program end of day filter alert time. Enter time in 24 hour
format. After this time, the controller prompts for filter when user presses the power
button to go to OFF. Enter 23:59 if no end of day filter prompt is desired. Press .
FLUSHING TIMER 5 Use numbered keys to change default setting for the flushing timer. Enter the time
in minutes. Default is five minutes. Press .
Boil out timer 30 Use numbered keys to change default setting for the boil out timer. Enter the time in
minutes. Default is 30 minutes. Press .
1 polish TIMER DISABLED Press  to scroll to choice enable or disable and press . Default is
DISABLED). Press .
1 polish prompt 23:59 Use numbered keys to enter polish prompt time. (This is the time the polish prompt
time will occur each day.) 23:59 is disabled. Enter time in 24 hour format. Press .
1 polish duration 15 Use numbered keys to change. (This is the duration, in minutes for a polish.)
Default to 15 minutes. Press .
1 polish start (300F) (149°C) Use numbered buttons to change temperature. (This is the minimum temperature
TEMPR required for a polish to begin.) Default is 300F (149C). Press .
Exit Exit Press the Exit/Scan button once to return the controller to OFF.
E-LOG
OFF OFF Press  until the controller scrolls INFO MODE, changing to MAIN and then
PRODUCT SETUP.
Product Setup Blank Press  to scroll to Vat Setup. Press .
Vat setup Enter code Enter 1656.
SYSTEM Blank Press  to scroll to E-LOG.
E-Log Blank Press . (This is a log of the ten most recent error codes.)
NOW Time/date Press . (Current time and date)
A Time/date Errors listed A-J. Press  to scroll through errors. Error codes are listed on page 2-
E# 4. If no errors exist, pressing  will display No errors. Press .
Exit Exit Press the Exit/Scan button three times to return the controller to OFF.
Change password
OFF OFF Press  until the controller scrolls INFO MODE, changing to MAIN and then
PRODUCT SETUP.
Product Setup Blank Press  to scroll to Vat Setup. Press .
Vat setup Enter code Enter 1656.
SYSTEM Blank Press  to scroll to Change Password and press .
Product setup 1650 Use numbered keys to change code. Press .
Vat setup 1656 Use numbered keys to change code. Press .
Exit Exit Press the Exit/Scan button three times to return the controller to OFF.

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 1.6 INFO MODE: Viewing Operational Stats
The 3000 Version 3 collects and stores information on cook and filter cycles. This data is in the info mode, and is accessed
by pressing the checkmark key with the controller off or on. The steps to view the data are detailed below. NOTE: With the
Filters option disabled, not all data shown below is captured.
Left Display Right Display Action
OFF/ON OFF/ON Press  until INFO MODE is displayed and release.
Last Dispose Blank Press  to scroll: Last Dispose Stats, Daily Stats, Selected Period Stats, Last Load
Stats Stats. With the desired stats displayed, press .
Total cooks Number Press . (This is the number of cooks since the last dispose.)
Last dispose date Press . (This is the date of the last dispose.)
FILTERS—since Number Press . (This is the number of filters since oil disposal.)
dispose
Filters by-passed Number Press . (This is the number of by-passed filters since oil disposal.)
– SINCE DISPOSE
Polishes—since Number Press . (This is the number of polishes since oil disposal.)
dispose
Polishes by- Number Press . (This is the number of by-passed polishes since oil disposal.)
passed – SINCE
DISPOSE
Oil Life Number Days Press . (This is the number of days since the last dispose.)
Oil Life- 1 dispose Number Days Press . (This is the oil life in days 1 dispose prior.)
prior
Oil Life – 2 Number Days Press . (This is the oil life in days 2 disposes prior.)
disposes prior
Avg Oil Life Number Days Press . (This is the average oil life of past 3 disposes.)
Avg cooks Number Press . (This is the average cooks over past 3 disposes.)
Reset Last Yes no Press  to scroll or  to reset Last Dispose stats.
dispose stats
Reset Last Enter code Enter 1656
dispose stats
complete Blank
Exit Exit Press  button once and press  to scroll to desired choice. Once desired choice
is displayed, press  button or press the Scan button once to return the controller
to OFF.
Daily Stats Blank With the desired stats displayed, press .
MON date Press  to scroll a day within the prior week. With the desired date displayed,
press .
Filters Number and day Press  to scroll number of times the vat was filtered on that day of the prior
week. Press .
Filters – prior Number and day Press  to scroll number of daily filter cycles in the prior week. Press .
week Press  button once to return to Info Mode menu, or Exit/Scan button once to
return the controller to OFF.
Filters bypass Number and day Press  to scroll number of times the filter prompt was bypassed on that day in
the prior week. Press .
Cooks Number and day Press  to scroll number of cook cycles on that day of the prior week occurred.
Press .
Exit Exit Press  button once and press  to scroll to desired choice. Once desired choice
is displayed, press  button or press the Scan button once to return the controller
to OFF.
Selected Period Blank Press  to scroll Info Mode Menu: Last Dispose Stats, Daily Stats, Selected
Stats Period Stats, Last Load Stats with the desired stats displayed, press .

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 1.6 INFO MODE: Viewing Operational Stats cont.

Date TIME Press . (This is the date and time the selected period started.)
COOKS Number Press . (This is the total number of cooks since start of selected period.)
QUIT COOKS Number Press . (This is the total number of cooks that were cancelled since start of the
selected period.)
On HOURS Number Press . (This is the total number of hours the fryer was on since start of the
selected period.)
Reset usage Yes no Press  to scroll or to set start of new selected period stats.
Reset usage Enter code Enter 1656.
Complete Blank
Exit Exit Press  button once and press  to scroll to desired choice. Once desired choice
is displayed, press  button or press the Scan button once to return the controller
to OFF.
Last load stats Blank With the desired stats displayed, press .
Product Product Name Press .
Started Number Minutes Press . (This is the time the last cook started.)
Actual time Number Minutes Press . (This is the actual cook time including stretch time.)
Program time Number Minutes Press . (This is the programmed cook time.)
Max TEMP Number Press . (This is the maximum temperature of the oil during the last cook.)
Min TEMP Number Press . (This is the minimum temperature of the oil during the last cook.)
Avg TEMP Number Press . (This is the average temperature of the oil during the last cook.)
Heat on % Press . (This is the percentage of the cook time the heat source was on during
the last cook.)
Ready for Cook Yes or no Press . (This displays yes if the fryer was back to set temperature before the
cook cycle was started.)
Exit Exit Press  button once and press  to scroll to desired choice. Once desired choice
is displayed, press  button or press the Scan button once to return the controller
to OFF.

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 1.7 Main Menu: Product Setup (Single Setpoint Cooking)
Programming food items is shown below. Ensure the controller is OFF and follow the steps. The right column has the
action necessary to continue. Exit from a programming step at any time by pressing the Exit/Scan key until the display
returns OFF. Items shown in gray will not appear if the option that activates them is not enabled.
Left Display Right Display Action
OFF OFF Press  until the controller scrolls INFO MODE, changing to MAIN
and then PRODUCT SETUP.
Product Setup Blank Press .
Product Setup Enter Code Enter 1650.
Select Product Blank Press desired product button.
Long Name Product name or Enter product name with letter keys. Advance cursor with . Press
button number  to advance to next product set up feature.
Short Name Abbreviated Enter four character product name which alternates with the timer
Product name or during a cook. Press .
button number
COOKING MODE SINGLE SETPOINT Press . If multiple setpoint or segmented cooking is desired press 
MULTIPLE SETPOINT and go to 1.8 and follow the instructions.
(Default is SINGLE SETPOINT.) Doesn’t appear if Cooks is disabled.
1 Time 0:00 or Enter total cook time with numbered keys. Press .
previously
entered time
1 TEMPR TEMPR Enter cooking temperature. Press .
1 Sensitivity Number Enter the level of sensitivity, 0-9, for the product. Press . Refer to the
sensitivity chart on page 1-17.
1 alarm time (Shake 0:00 or Enter time in cook cycle for audible alarm for shaking. Press . If set
Time) previously to 0:00 skip to FILTER PROMPT.
entered time
1 ALARM NAME SHAKE Press  to scroll through the alarm names (ex. Shake, Stir). Press .
1 ALARM MODE (Shake AUTO Press . Default is auto. If manual is desired press  to scroll to
Alarm Mode) Manual shake alarm mode. Press . Alarm (Shake) Mode when set to
auto, cancels the alarm automatically after a few seconds. Manual
requires user action.
1 ALARM TONE (Shake Short Press  to scroll choice of shake alarm tones. Press . Default is
Alarm tone) SHORT.
2 alarm time 0:00 Press . Leave at 0:00 if a second alarm is not needed. Enter time if
needed and follow steps above for entering other parameters. Repeat for
third alarm time. (If 0:00 is entered for second alarm, the steps for the
third alarm do not appear.)
Filter PROMPT 0 or previously Enter number of cook cycles before a filter prompt and press .
entered number. Doesn’t appear if Filters is disabled in Tech Mode.
Instant On 5 or previously This is the time, in seconds, the fryer heats at 100%, after the product
set number button is pressed before the controller adjusts the temperature. Enter
value and press . (Default is 5. 0=OFF). NOTE: Instant on time
may need to be adjusted for light cooking loads. Doesn’t appear if
Cooks is disabled.
HOLD TIME 0 or previously Enter time in minutes to hold product before discarding. Press .
entered time.
Exit Exit Press the  button to save changes.
Select Product Blank For additional programming refer back to Product Setup above. To exit
press the EXIT SCAN button twice to OFF.
To access menu strip, remove screws attaching bezel. Lower bezel and remove strip from back of controller. Once the
menu strip is updated, reverse the steps to reassemble. To unassign a product from a button set the cook time to 0:00 and
press EXIT/SCAN.

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 NOTE: Segmented cooking is an
option that must be enabled in the
1.8 Multiple Setpoint (Segmented) Cooking Overview computer’s Tech Mode. If not
When the Cooks feature is enabled in the 3000 Version 3, segmented cooking is enabled, its programming
possible. That means the product can cook at a variety of cooking temperatures with the sequence does not appear on the
temperature changes occurring at user programmable points in the cook cycle. 3000 Version 3.

When programming for segmented cooking, it is easiest to think of the entire cook cycle occurring on a countdown timer.
The cook cycle begins with its full time allotment, say, 13 minutes and it is completed when the countdown timer reaches
zero. The desired temperature changes are entered based on when they are to occur relative to the remaining cooking time.
The time entries for temperature changes are for the time remaining in the cook cycle, not the time elapsed. The graphic
below breaks down a 13-minute cook cycle. It’s best to create a similar table of time/temperature changes before beginning
the programming process.

 Step 1 sets total cook time and initial setpoint.

 Step 2 sets the duration of the first cooking segment, 2 minutes, and the setpoint of the first
temperature change.
 Step 3 sets the duration of the second cooking segment, 4 minutes, and the setpoint of the
second temperature change.
 Step 4 sets the duration of the third cooking segment, 3 minutes, and the setpoint of the third
temperature change.
The four remaining minutes in the cook time elapse at the final temperature. No entry is required to
use the final minutes

1: Enter 13:00, the cumulative time of all cook cycles, and 340°F, initial setpoint.

2:
Remaining cook 13
3:
time Remaining cook 11
time
Minus segment -2
Minus segment -4
length
length 4:
Entered on 11 Remaining cook 7
computer Entered on 7
time No entry is required
computer
Minus segment -3 for the final 4 minutes
Enter 320°F, length of the cooktime.The
Enter 310°F, computer simply
the first
the 2nd Entered on 4 counts downs the
temperature
temperature computer remaining minutes at
change.
change. the final setpoint,
Enter 330°F, which was
the 3rd established in step 4.
temperature
change.

2 min. 4 min. 3 min. 4 min.

340°F
330°F
320°F 310°F

12:00
7:00 4:00

13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
Countdown to End of Cook Cycle

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 1.9 Main Menu: Product Setup (Multiple Setpoint (Segmented*) Cooking)
*Not available with Cooks option disabled
Left Display Right Display Action
OFF OFF Press  until the controller scrolls INFO MODE, changing
to MAIN and then PRODUCT SETUP.
Product Setup Blank Press .
Product Setup Enter Code Enter 1650.
Select Product Blank Press desired product button.
Long Name Product name or button number Enter product name with letter keys. Advance cursor with
. Press  to advance to next product set up feature.
Short Name Abbreviated Product name or Enter with letter keys abbreviated 4-character product
button number name, which alternates with cook time. Press .
COOKING MODE SINGLE SETPOINT Press . If multiple setpoint or segmented cooking is
desired press  Multiple Setpoint (Segmented) and follow
the instructions in the next section. (Default is SINGLE
SETPOINT)
1 Time 0:00 or previously entered time Enter total cook time for segmented item and press .
1 TEMPR temperature Enter initial cooking temperature and press .
1 sensitivity Number Enter the level of sensitivity, 0-9, for the product. Press .
2 Time 0:00 or previously entered time Enter time remaining after first temperature change (see
page 1-9) and press .
2 TEMPR 0:00 or previously entered Enter first temperature change and press .
temperature
2 sensitivity 0 or previously entered value Enter the flex value, 0-9, for the product and press .
3 Time O:00 or previously programmed Enter time remaining after second temperature change and
time press .
3 TEMPR 0:00 or previously programmed Enter temperature of the second segment and press .
temperature
3 sensitivity 0 or previously entered value Enter the flex value, 0-9, for the product and press .

4 Time 00 or previously entered time Enter time remaining after third temperature change and
press .
4 TEMPR 0:00 or previously programmed Enter temperature of the third segment and press .
temperature
4 sensitivity 0 or previously entered value Enter the flex value, 0-9, for the product and press .
5 Time :00 or previously entered time Leave at zero if no more segments are needed and press .
If more segments are needed, continue programming as
shown above. Five is the limit.
1 ALARM time :00 or previously entered time Enter time in cook cycle for audible alarm for shaking.
Press .
1 alarm name shake Press  to scroll through the alarm names (ex. Shake).
Press .
1 alarm mode auto default Press  to scroll to confirm Auto or Manual shake alarm
mode. Press .
1 Alarm Tone Short Press  to scroll to choice of shake alarm tones. Press
.
2 SHAKE time :00 or previously entered time Enter time in cook cycle for a second audible alarm for
shaking. Press .
2 Alarm name shake Press  to scroll through the alarm names (ex. Shake).
Press .
2 alarm mode auto default Press  to scroll to confirm Auto or Manual shake alarm
mode. Press .

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 1.9 Main Menu: Product Setup (Multiple Setpoint (Segmented) Cooking) cont.
Left Display Right Display Action
2 Alarm Tone Short Press  to scroll to choice of shake alarm tones. Press .

3 time :00 or previously entered time Enter time for third audible alarm for shaking. Press .
3 Alarm name shake Press  to scroll through the alarm names (ex. Shake). Press
.
3 alarm mode auto default Press  to scroll to confirm Auto or Manual shake alarm
mode. Press .
3 Alarm Tone Short Press  to scroll to choice of alarm tones. Press .

Filter PROMPT 0 or previously entered number. Enter number of cook cycles before a filter prompt and press .
Instant ON 5 This is the time, in seconds, the fryer heats at 100%, after the
product button is pressed, before the controller adjusts the
temperature. Enter value and press . (Default is 5. 0=OFF).
HOLD TIME 0 or previously entered time. Enter time to hold product before discarding. Press .
Exit Exit Press the  button to save changes.
Select Product Blank For additional programming refer back to Product Setup above.
To exit press the EXIT SCAN button twice to OFF.
To access menu strip, remove screws attaching bezel. Lower bezel and remove strip from back of controller. Once the
menu strip is updated, reverse the steps to reassemble. To unassign a product from a button set the cook time to 0:00 and
press EXIT/SCAN.

1.10 Filter Menu*

*Not available with Filters option disabled.

The filter functions detailed below are only available if the Filters option is enabled in the C3000 Version 3. If Filters
is disabled, the Filter button has no function. Pressing it with the fryer OFF or ON will have no effect. See Page 1-2
for an explanation of enabling C3000 Version 3 options.

WARNING
The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of the inherent hazards
of operating a hot oil filtering system, particularly the aspects of oil filtration, draining and cleaning
procedures.

DANGER
Draining and filtering of oil must be accomplished with care to avoid the possibility of a serious burn
caused by careless handling. The oil to be filtered is at or near 350°F (177°C). Ensure all hoses are
connected properly and drain handles are in their proper position before operating any switches or
valves. Wear all appropriate safety equipment when draining and filtering oil.

DANGER
Allow oil to cool to 100°F (38°C) before draining into an appropriate container for disposal.

DANGER
Do not drain more than one frypot at a time into the built-in filtration unit to avoid overflow and spillage
of hot oil.

DANGER
When draining oil into a disposal unit or portable filter unit, do not fill above the maximum fill line
located on the container.

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 NOTE: Programming sequences
shown in gray do not appear if
The 3000 Version 3 has five Filter menu options: Filter, Clean and Filter, Dispose, the C3000 Version 3 Filter
Fill Vat from Bulk (Bulk option only) and Boil Out (only in OFF mode). All are mode is disabled. See page 1‐2.
accessed by pressing and holding the Filter button until the display becomes Filter
Menu. If fryer is not at set point, controller displays wait for filter. The controller must be on and at setpoint for Filter and
Filter and Clean.
Entering Filter Menu Mode*
*Not available with Filters option disabled.

Left Display Right Action

Display
READY READY Press the filter button until FILTER MENU is displayed for three seconds
changing to Filter.
FILTER Blank Press  to scroll to Clean and Filter, Dispose, Fill Vat from Bulk (Bulk only),
Boil Out (functions only when controller is OFF), or Exit. With the desired
choice displayed press . Follow instructions below to navigate the modes.
1.10.1 Filter*
*Not available with Filters option disabled.

Left Display Right Display Action

FILTER Blank Press and hold  until FILTER is displayed (or LEFT /RIGHT on
split vats).
LEFT (Split vats only) RIGHT (Split vats only) Press either button under side to filter.
FILTER Blank Press the  button.
Filter Now? Yes No Press  (YES) to continue. A no answer bypasses filtration and
cooking continues.
FILTER PAN READY? CONFIRM Ensure the filter pan is in place and clean. Press or .
OPEN DRAIN VALVE Blank Open drain valve.
Draining :40 sec. countdown None required. If the drain valve becomes clogged, use the Fryer’s
timer Friend (poker-like tool) to clear the blockage.

DANGER
NEVER attempt to clear a clogged drain valve from the front of the valve! Hot oil will rush out
creating the potential for severe burns.

DO NOT hammer on the drain valve with the cleanout rod or other objects. Damage to the ball
inside will result in leaks and will void the Frymaster warranty.

Turn Filter On CONFIRM Turn filter on and press or .

Flushing :30 sec. countdown None required.
timer
CLOSE DRAIN VALVE Blank Close drain valve.
Filling :45 sec. countdown None required.
timer
Turn Filter Off WHEN CONFIRM Turn filter off and press or .
FULL
OFF OFF

DANGER
The crumb tray in fryers equipped with a filter system must be emptied into a fireproof container at the
end of frying operations each day. Some food particles can spontaneously combust if left soaking in
certain shortening material.

WARNING

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 Do not bang fry baskets or other utensils on the fryer’s joiner strip. The strip is present to seal the joint
between the fry vessels. Banging fry baskets on the strip to dislodge shortening will distort the strip,
adversely affecting its fit. It is designed for a tight fit and should only be removed for cleaning.

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 1.10.2 Clean and Filter*
*Not available with Filters option disabled.

Left Display Right Display Action

Follow steps to Entering Filter Menu Mode on page 1-13.
Clean and filter Blank Press .
Clean now? Yes NO Press . A yes answer turns vat off. A no answer bypasses clean
and filter and cooking continues
FILTER PAN READY? CONFIRM Ensure the filter pan is in place and clean. Press or .
Open drain valve Blank Open drain valve.
Draining :40 sec. countdown timer None required.
Scrub vat complete? YES Press .
Turn Filter On CONFIRM Turn filter on and press or .
FLUSHING 5:00 countdown timer None required.
FILL VAT YES Press .
CLOSE DRAIN VALVE Blank Close drain valve.
filling 1:30 sec. countdown None required.
timer
TURN FILTER OFF WHEN CONFIRM Turn filter off and press or .
FULL
off off
1.10.3 Dispose* (JIB and None Settings)
*Not available with Filters option disabled.

DANGER
Allow oil to cool to 100°F (38°C) before draining into an appropriate METAL container for disposal.
When draining oil into a disposal unit, do not fill above the maximum fill line located on the container.
For safe, convenient draining and disposal of used oil or shortening, Frymaster recommends using the Frymaster Shortening
Disposal Unit (SDU). The SDU is available through your local distributor.
Left Display Right Display Action
Follow steps to Entering Filter Menu Mode on page 1-12.
dispose Blank Press .
Dispose now? Yes NO Press . A yes answer turns fryer off. A no answer delays
dispose and cooking continues
Remove FILTER Pan CONFIRM Remove filter pan and press or .
INSERT DISPOSAL UNIT CONFIRM Insert disposal unit under the drain and press or ..
OPEN DRAIN VALVE Blank Open the drain valve.
disposing :60 sec. countdown timer None required.
VAT EMPTY? CONFIRM Press or when empty.
VAT CLEAN? CONFIRM Press or when clean.
CLOSE DRAIN VALVE Blank Close the drain valve.
Remove Disposal Unit CONFIRM Remove disposal unit and press or .
INSERT Filter PAN CONFIRM Insert the pan and press or .
fill vat Confirm Fill vat with fresh oil and press or when full.
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 DANGER
WHEN USING SOLID SHORTENING, PACK THE SHORTENING DOWN INTO THE BOTTOM OF THE
FRYPOT. DO NOT OPERATE THE FRYER WITH A SOLID BLOCK OF SHORTENING SITTING IN THE
UPPER PORTION OF THE FRYPOT. THIS WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE FRYPOT AND MAY CAUSE A
FLASH FIRE.
1.10.4 Dispose* (BULK Setting)
*Not available with Filters option disabled.

Left Display Right Display Action

Follow steps to Entering Filter Menu Mode on page 1-12.
dispose Blank Press .
Dispose now? Yes NO Press . A yes answer turns fryer off. A no
answer delays dispose and cooking continues
FILTER PAN READY? CONFIRM Ensure the filter pan is prepared and press or
.
OPEN DRAIN VALVE Blank Open the drain valve.
DRAINING Countdown timer None required.
TURN FILTER ON CONFIRM Turn filter on and press or .
WASHING :60 countdown timer None required.
TURN filter off CONFIRM Turn filter off and press or .
VAT EMPTY? CONFIRM Press or when empty.
SWITCH TO BULK OIL MODE CONFIRM Using the mode switch, switch to BULK OIL
MODE and press or .
CLOSE DRAIN VALVE Blank Close the drain valve.
OPEN DISPOSE VALVE CONFIRM Open dispose valve and press or .
DISPOSING 4:00 countdown timer None required.
CLOSE DISPOSE VALVE CONFIRM Close the dispose valve and press or .
REMOVE FILTER PAN Blank Open the door and pull filter pan out of the cabinet.
IS PAN EMPTY? YES / NO Ensure the pan is empty and press YES (),
otherwise press NO () and follow the prompts.
INSERT Filter PAN CONFIRM Insert the pan and press or .
fill vat FROM BULK? YES NO Press YES () to fill vat from bulk and skip to
OPEN OIL RETURN VALVE step in FILL VAT
FROM BULK in the next section. Otherwise press
NO ().
off off

1.10.5 Fill Vat from Bulk* (Bulk option only)

*Not available with Filters option disabled.

Left Display Right Display Action

Follow steps to Entering Filter Menu Mode on page 1-12.
FILL VAT FROM BULK Blank Press .
FILL VAT FROM BULK? Yes NO Press .
Switch to bulk oil mode Confirm Using the mode switch, switch to BULK OIL
MODE and press or .
OPEN OIL RETURN VALVE CONFIRM Open the oil return valve and press or .
PRESS AND HOLD FILL POT Blank
Press and hold the fill pot button to fill the vat.
BUTTON
IS VAT FULL? Yes no Press YES () when full, otherwise press NO ()

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 and follow the prompt.
CLOSE OIL RETURN VALVE CONFIRM Close the oil return valve and press or .
Switch to fryer mode Confirm Using the mode switch, switch to FRYER MODE
and press or .
off off
1.10.6 Boil Out* (NOTE: To enter boil out mode, the controller must be OFF)
*Not available with Filters option disabled.

DANGER
Never leave the fryer unattended during the boil-out process. If the boil-out solution boils over, turn
the fryer off immediately and let the solution cool for a few minutes before resuming the process.

WARNING
Do not drain boil-out solution into a shortening disposal unit (SDU), a built-in filtration unit, or a
portable filter unit. These units are not intended for this purpose, and will be damaged by the solution.
Left Display Right Display Action
Follow steps to Entering Filter Menu Mode on page 1-12. The controller must be off.
BOIL OUT Blank Press .
Boil Out Now? Yes No Press  to continue.
IS VAT PREPARED? Confirm Ensure vat is empty and drain closed; press or .
REMOVE Filter Pan Confirm Remove the filter pan and press or .
IS SOLUTION IN THE VAT? CONFIRM Ensure solution is in the vat and press or .
START BOIL OUT Confirm Press or .Turns on and heats to 195ºF (91 ºC). The
boil-out timer starts.
BOIL OUT 30:00 The countdown timer begins.
Boil Out Done CONFIRM Press or  to confirm and cancel the alarm.
IS SOLUTION REMOVED? CONFIRM Once solution is removed press or .
OFF OFF

DANGER
Remove all drops of water from the frypot before filling with oil. Failure to do so will cause spattering
of hot liquid when the oil is heated to cooking temperature.

1.11 Polishing
The 3000 Version 3 displays a series of prompts when a polish filter cycle is under way. To initiate a polish, press and hold
the   arrows simultaneously. The steps are detailed below. A “waiting to polish” message may display until the signal
is received that the vat is ready for polish cycle to begin.
Left Display Right Display Explanation/Action
Polish Now? Yes NO Respond to prompt with button push. Press under YES or
under NO. Yes starts a polish, detailed below. No delays
filter for 30 minutes and cooking continues. Answering NO
after two prompts cancels polish.
Filter PAN READY? Confirm Press or when pan is replaced after inspection.
OPEN DRAIN VALVE Blank Open the drain valve.
Draining :40 sec. countdown timer None required.
Turn Filter On Confirm Turn filter on and press or .
POLISHING 15-MINUTE COUNTDOWN TIMER None required. The oil flows from the filter pan to the frypot
and back to the filter pan for 15 minutes.

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 Close drain valve Blank Close the drain valve.
FILLING :45 sec. countdown timer None required.
TURN FILTER OFF WHEN FULL CONFIRM Turn filter off and press or .
Off off
1.12 SCAN Mode
The daily stats mode can be used to see current stats about any product quickly throughout the day. Follow the steps below
to view stats.

Left Display Right Display Explanation/Action

READY READY Press the Exit/Scan button.

SELECT PRODUCT Blank Press a product button to check daily stats.
Long name 8 Character product name Press  to progress to next product stat.
Short Name 4 character abbreviated Press  to progress to next product stat.
product
COOKS REMAINING Number Number of cooks remaining until filter prompt. Press .

COOKS TODAY Number Number of cooks completed today. Press .

COOKS SINCE LAST Number Numbers of cooks since last dispose. Press .
DISPOSE
1 TIME Time Time that product is programmed to cook. Press .

1 TEMPR Temperature Temperature that product is programmed to cook. Press .

1 Sensitivity Number The level of sensitivity the product is programmed to cook at. Press .

1 ALARM TIME Shake Time The time during a cook till a product shake alarm occurs. Press .

1 ALARM NAME Shake, stir, numbered This is the name of the alarm. Press .
alarm
1 ALARM MODE AUTO OR MANUAL The alarm mode the product is programmed with. Press .

1 alarm tone Short, medium, long double The shake alarm tone the product is programmed with. Press .
or long short, none
FILTER PROMPT Number The number of cook cycles before a filter prompt occurs. Press .

INSTANT ON 0 This is the time, in seconds, the fryer heats before the computer checks
the temperature. NOTE: An incorrect entry may cause the fryer to
overshoot temperature and over cook some products. Press .
HOLD time 0:00 or previously entered The time to hold product before discarding. Press .
time.
Exit Exit Press Exit/Scan button twice to exit.

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 1.13 Sensitivity Settings Chart

Sensitivity Settings for Various Products

Product 350° F/176° C Sensitivity Setting
Chicken
chicken fillet, 1 ¼ oz. 3:25 5
chicken fillet (frozen), 4 oz. 4:20 5
chicken patty (frozen), 5 oz. 6:15 5
frozen chicken 5
fresh chicken, 9 pieces 5
Potatoes
steak fries 3:43 5
regular fries, ½-inch 3:16 5
shoestrings, ¼-inch 1:50 5
shoestrings, ⅜-inch 2:40 5
tater tots 2:05 5
hash browns 2:05 5
farm fries 1:14 5
Seafood
crab cakes 4:00 3
clam cakes 4:00 3
large scallops 3:25 3
small scallops 1:10 3
shrimp (35 to a lb.) 2:15 3
shrimp (40 to 75 to a lb.) 1:45 3
shrimp (75 to 100 to a lb.) 1:10 3
cod, 2 ½ oz. 3:25 7
flounder fillet, 7 oz. 4:35 3
flounder, whole, 10-12 oz. 6:25 3
cod fillet, 3 ½ oz. 4:35 7
perch, 5 oz. 4:30 3
haddock, 7 oz. 6:25 7
clams 2:00 3
oysters 1:10 4
strip clams (fresh) 0:35 4
strip clams (frozen) 0:45 4
Vegetables
okra 4:30 4
eggplant 4:00 4
zucchini 3:00 4
mushrooms 3:45 4
onion rings (frozen) 3:00 4
cauliflower 1:45 4
Other
corn dogs 4
chicken fried steak patty 5:00 5

Note: This chart is provided to assist in choosing a sensitivity setting. It is meant as a guide only and the
settings may be changed to suit different needs.

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 CHAPTER 2: OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING
FOR 3000 VERSION 3 CONTROLLERS
2.1 Introduction
This chapter provides an easy reference guide to some of the common problems that may occur
during the operation of your equipment. The troubleshooting guides that follow are intended to help
you correct, or at least accurately diagnose, problems with your equipment. Although the chapter
covers the most common problems reported, you may encounter problems that are not covered. In
such instances, the Frymaster Technical Services staff will make every effort to help you identify
and resolve the problem.
When troubleshooting a problem, always use a process of elimination starting with the simplest
solution and working through to the most complex. Most importantly, always try to establish a clear
idea of why a problem has occurred. Part of your corrective action involves taking steps to ensure
that it doesn’t happen again. If a controller malfunctions because of a poor connection, check all
other connections while you’re at it. If a fuse continues to blow, find out why. Always keep in mind
that failure of a small component may often be indicative of potential failure or incorrect functioning
of a more important component or system.

If you are in doubt as to the proper action to take, do not hesitate to call the Frymaster Technical
Service Department or your local Frymaster Authorized Servicer for assistance.

Before calling a servicer or the Frymaster HOTLINE (1-800-551-8633):

 Verify that electrical cords are plugged in and that circuit breakers are on.
 Verify that gas line quick-disconnects are properly connected.
 Verify that any gas line cutoff valves are open.
 Verify that frypot drain valves are fully closed.
 Have your fryer’s model and serial numbers ready to give to the technician assisting
you.

DANGER
Hot oil will cause severe burns. Never attempt to move this appliance when filled
with hot cooking oil or to transfer hot cooking oil from one container to another.

DANGER
This equipment should be unplugged when servicing, except when electrical circuit
tests are required. Use extreme care when performing such tests.

This appliance may have more than one electrical power supply connection point.
Disconnect all power cords before servicing.

Inspection, testing, and repair of electrical components should be performed by an

authorized service agent only.

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 2.2 Troubleshooting Fryers
2.2.1 Error Messages and Display Problems

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

A. Press the ON/OFF switch to turn the controller
A. Controller not turned on.
on.
No display on the B. No power to fryer.
B. Verify that the fryer is plugged in and that the
controller. C. Failed controller or other
circuit breaker is not tripped.
component
C. Call your FAS for assistance.
Fryer repeatedly cycles
on and off when first This is normal when fryer is turned on with oil
started with MLT Fryer is in melt-cycle mode.
temperature below 180 F° (38C°).
CYCL displayed.

Heat indicator is on
and blower is running, Blown fuse on interface board
Contact your FAS for service.
but burner will not or ignition module.
ignite.

Fryer does not heat

Drain valve is open. Verify that the drain valve is fully closed.
after filtering.

Frypot temperature is more than

Controller displays Shut the fryer down immediately and call your
410ºF (210ºC) or, in CE countries,
Hot hi-1. FAS for assistance.
395ºF (202ºC).

Controller displays Hi Press the power button to turn off fryer and let
Frypot temperature is more than 40
cool before returning power to fryer. If issue
temp. ºF (22ºC) above setpoint.
continues call your FAS for assistance.
Controller displays
RECOVERY Clear error and silence the alarm by pressing the 
Recovery time exceeded maximum
(YES) button. If the error continues call your FAS
FAULT/ YES and time limit.
for assistance.
alarm sounds.
Controller display is in See vat setup page 1-3 to adjust temperature scale.
wrong temperature Incorrect display option
scale (Fahrenheit or programmed.
Celsius).
Controller displays
High limit Shut the fryer down immediately and call your
failure Failed high limit FAS for assistance.
disconnect
power.

Controller displays Problem with the temperature

TEMPR PROBE measuring circuitry, including the Shut the fryer down and call your FAS for
probe or damaged controller wiring assistance.
FAILURE.
harness or connector.

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 PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
It is normal for this message to appear during
Controller displays Contactor issue, gas valve off,
startup if a gas fryer’s lines have air in them.
HEATING failed controller, failed
Check that the gas valve is on. If it continues,
transformer, open high-limit
FAILURE. shut the fryer down and call your FAS for
thermostat.
assistance.
Controller displays
SERVICE Press  (NO) to continue cooking and call
An error has occurred which
your FAS for assistance. In some cases,
REQUIRED followed requires a service technician.
cooking may not be allowed.
by an error message.

2.2.2 Filtration Problems

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

Controller
displays IS VAT
A. Normal after filtering or filling. A. Press  (YES) if the vat is full, otherwise
FULL? YES
press  (NO) and follow prompts.
NO after a
filtration.
CLEAN, POLISH,
Ensure fryer is at 300°F (148°C) for Polish and
FILTER OR Temperature too low or controller
250°F (121°C) for Clean, Filter or Dispose;
DISPOSE won’t displays OFF.
ensure the controller is ON.
start.

Controller displays A. Another function is still in

A. Wait until the previous function ends to
WAIT FOR process.
start another filtration cycle.
B. MIB has not cleared checking
Filter. B. Wait one minute and try again.
system.??
Controller displays A. Normal during Change Filter A. Insert pan and press  (CONFIRM)
INSERT pan. Paper routine. button.

Controller displays Press  (CONFIRM) and follow directions for

OIL IN DRAIN Drain valve open or possibility that FILL VAT FROM DRAIN PAN.
oil is in drain pan.
PAN / CONFIRM

This is a normal display when a filter has been

Controller displays
A filter cycle has been delayed. delayed. After the next filter prompt press
FLT DYLD
YES to filter.
This is a normal display when a polish has
Controller displays
A polish cycle has been delayed. been delayed. After the next polish prompt
POL DYLD
press YES.

Wait for Clean and filter was selected with Allow oil to heat to 250°F (121°C).
oil temperature below 250°F
Clean
(121°C).
Wait for Dispose was selected with the oil Allow oil to heat to 250°F (121°C).
dispose temperature below 250°F (121°C).

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 2.2.3 Error Log Codes

Code ERROR MESSAGE EXPLANATION

E03 ERROR TEMP PROBE FAILURE Temp probe reading out of range
E04 HI 2 BAD High limit reading is out of range.
E05 HOT HI 1 Oil temperature is past more than 410°F (210°C), or in
CE countries, 395°F (202°C)
E06 HEATING FAILURE A component has failed such as controller, interface
board, contactor, gas valve, ignition module or open-
high limit.
E08 ATO Board Error Controller has lost contact with ATO board.

E17 ATO Probe Error ATO probe resistance is out of range.

E20 Invalid Code Location SD card was removed during software upgrade.

E21 FILTER PAPER PROCEDURE 24 hour timer has expired

ERROR (Change Filter Paper)
E22 OIL IN PAN ERROR Oil may be present in the filter pan.

E25 RECOVERY FAULT Recovery time exceeded maximum time limit.

E27 LOW TEMP ALARM Oil is approximately 35°F (19.4°C) below setpoint.

E28 HIGH TEMP ALARM Oil temperature has risen 40°F (22.2°C) higher than
setpoint. If temperature continues to rise, the high limit
will shut the burner off when temperature reaches
425°F (218°C) Non-CE or 395°F (202°C) CE.

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