The problem is with your cordset if it is a DP16, Here's how to fix it.
Solution for fixing DP16 Cordset for GE deep fryers:
To begin with, you willl need to clean the electrical contacts on both the fryer and the cordset. They will be burnt from electricity arcing between the two when the cord is plugged into an outlet before connecting to the deep fryer.
I used a dremel tool attachement grinder used for sharpening chain saw chains. It is cylindrical and fits in the holes in the cordset perfectly. You could use sandpaper rolled into a small cylinder, or whatever is available that will do the job. To open the flaps that cover the holes, insert a toothpick in the center hole of the cordset while you work. Make sure that both sets of contacts are completely clean before proceeding with the next step.
Next, using needle nose plyers, make two tight coils of fine or extra fine (.032") resin core solder the same size as the holes in the cordeset. Press into place in each of the holes in the cordset against the electrical contacts. Spread the coils a little so they cannot fall out when the cordset is not attached to the fryer because the flaps will likely not close properly or at all. You can work the coils down so the flaps will close if you use the .032 solder, but they will still be a little loose, so they might jam the flaps open or partially open.
This definitly isn't a UL approved method, but it will fix the problem completely. Happy frying!
My fryer also heats up and then turns off. My wife found that by jiggling the power cord (DP 16 magnetic cord set), the power light would come on and start heating again. This is very annoying and we would like to find a replacement cord. Any clue where to get a new cord (a good one this time, please)?
This isn't gas, it's an electric model.
If gas a make sure all conections on the low voltage side are clean it can also be your thermocouple or thermopile,but with out more info on this system it is hard to say
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unit starts fine,but when it reaches operating temp. it shuts down
MY ELECTRIC FRYER HAS ONLY BEEN USED 3 TIMES. THE THIRD TIME I USED IT , IT SHUT DOWN AND MY FOOD (FISH) DID NOT FINISH COOKING. I COULD NOT GET IT STARTED AGAIN.
ELECTRIC FRYER SHUT DOWN. FOOD NOT READY EVERYTHING CLEAN
I have already replaced my fryer once with the same problem. The second
unit, I have used 2 times before with no problems, now last night when
I wanted to use it it would not work. We have tried everything to get
it to work.
While ready the book that came with it, I would like to know where
there is a reset button behind othe control panel. If it is that simple
to fix, than let me know where it is. Otherwise I will take it back and
this time I will get a full refund.
power comes on then in the middle of cooking it goes off. Jiggle the the plug a little at fryer connection and power light will blink on but then go out. Is this a bad cord, how could it be? Have not had that much cooking time with it. How can I get a replacement z,pfr; DP 16 magnetic chord set for this product.
Power comes up to temp then in middle of fying power quits, jiggle cord and power light flickers but now continuous power. Looks like a bad cord. I too have tried to find a replacement cord. Any help would be appreciated before this thing hits the trash can. "Frustrated "
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