Run Pressure Fryer Lid Gasket and Deadweight Pre-Shift Inspection — Free

Inspection Setup

Fryer identified and verified out of cook cycle during inspection critical (required)

Confirm the pressure fryer is not actively cooking and is safe to inspect before startup.

Yes No N/A

Inspector confirms pre-shift check completed before first cook cycle critical (required)

Document that the inspection is being performed before any food is loaded into the fryer.

Yes No N/A

Lid Gasket Condition

Lid gasket fully seated with no visible gaps, tears, cracks, or hardening critical (required)

Inspect the entire gasket perimeter for wear, damage, brittleness, or improper seating.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Lid closes and seals evenly without binding or misalignment critical (required)

Verify the lid engages smoothly and makes uniform contact around the gasket.

Yes No N/A

Limit stop adjusted to manufacturer specification critical (required)

Confirm the lid limit stop is set correctly to support proper sealing and safe operation.

Yes No N/A

No product residue, grease buildup, or debris on gasket sealing surface

Check the gasket and mating surfaces for contamination that could prevent a safe seal.

Yes No N/A

Deadweight and Pressure Relief

Deadweight assembly present, clean, and free of damage critical (required)

Inspect the deadweight for cracks, corrosion, deformation, or missing parts.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Deadweight cap O-ring intact and properly installed critical (required)

Verify the cap O-ring is not cut, flattened, brittle, or missing.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Deadweight vents freely and is not obstructed critical (required)

Confirm the deadweight is not clogged with grease or food residue and can function as intended.

Yes No N/A

Pressure relief components installed correctly per manufacturer configuration critical (required)

Verify all pressure relief parts are assembled in the correct order and orientation.

Yes No N/A

Exhaust Stack and Venting

Exhaust stack clear of grease buildup and visible obstruction critical (required)

Inspect the exhaust stack opening and surrounding area for blockage, residue, or damage.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Exhaust path unobstructed and venting normally critical (required)

Confirm steam and exhaust can move freely without abnormal restriction.

Yes No N/A

No signs of leakage, unusual noise, or escaping pressure at the stack critical (required)

Check for abnormal pressure release, hissing, or visible leakage during pre-shift verification.

Yes No N/A

Final Release to Operate

Any deficiencies documented and fryer removed from service if needed critical (required)

Record whether any critical item failed and whether the fryer was tagged out or held from use until repaired.

Yes No N/A

Fryer approved for first cook cycle critical (required)

Final authorization to use the fryer after all required checks pass.

Yes No N/A

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Run: Pressure Fryer Lid Gasket and Deadweight Pre-Shift Inspection

Inspection Setup

Lid Gasket Condition

Deadweight and Pressure Relief

Exhaust Stack and Venting

Final Release to Operate

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