OFG 32X,

PFG 690,
And
OFG 390

Ignition Module
Information

Ignition Module for

OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
OFG-390 Gas Fryers

Introduction.............................................................................................1
Specifications .........................................................................................2
Model Number Designation...................................................................2
Normal Operation...................................................................................5
OFG 32X Gas Open Fryers................................................................9
Ignition Module Circuit ..................................................................... 10
Circuit Description............................................................................ 11
PFG 690 and OFG 390 Fryers ..................................................... 12
Ignition Module Circuit ..................................................................... 13
Circuit Description............................................................................ 14
Important Service Issues .................................................................... 16
Troubleshooting Flowchart ................................................................. 17

Ignition Module for

OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
OFG-390 Gas Fryers

Introduction
The ignition module used for the Henny Penny OFG-32X, OFG-390,
and PFG-390 gas fryers is made by Robertshaw.
The Model no. of the ignition module is SP 845. This ignition module
uses a direct spark ignition system. The flame is proven by using the
flame rectification principle.
This document will help you understand how the ignition module,
itself, works and how it is used in the previously mentioned
equipment.
Below is a drawing of the ignition module.

MODEL No. SP 845

INPUT = 24 VAC, 50/60 Hz., SPARK GAP 7/64 IN.;
TH CURRENT = .250 AMP +PV +MV AT 24 VAC
PV OR MV LOAD MAX = 1.5 AMP AT .5 PF
NOTICE
I F LIGHT IS FLASH-

M
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SERVICE MANUAL.
IF GREEN LIGHT IS
OFF, CHECK POWER
OR REPLACE
CONTROL

P
V

L
E
D

P
V
/
M
V

T
H
24V

T
R
GND

G
N
D

SPARK

DATE
CODE

S
E
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OFG-390 Gas Fryers

Specifications
The ignition module operates on 24VAC provided by a step down
transformer installed in each fryer.
The ignition module is microprocessor based and contains a
diagnostic LED for troubleshooting.
Power Requirements:
Operating Temperature:
Max. Operating Humidity:
Maximum Total Value Load
@ 24VAC, 1.5A, 0.5pF
Type of Ignition:
Minimum Voltage:
Maximum Voltage:
Spark Gap:
Flame Sense Method:
Flame Sense Current:
Remote sensing:

18 to 30VAC @ 50/60 Hz.

-40OC to +80OC, -40 OF to +176OF
95%R.H. Non-Condensing @ 50OC
Pilot:
1.0 Amp, 0.5pF
Main:
1.0 Amp, 0.5pF
Electronic Spark
17KVolts
30KVolts
7/64 inch +/- 1/64, 3 mm +/- 0.5 mm
Flame Rectification
Must be 0.7 Microamps or Greater with
24VAC applied to the control
Connect a DC Microammeter in series
with sense lead

Model Number Designation

Basic Spark Control
N or P (Non Prepurge of Prepurge)
L or R (Local or Remote Sense)
1 or 3, Number of tries
L or C (Lockout or Continuous)

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Ignition Module for

OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
OFG-390 Gas Fryers

Henny Penny uses Robertshaw Model SP 845 NR 3 L for the

OFG Open Fryers. Part number 54924
Using the designation above, the ignition module that Henny Penny
uses has the following specifications:
Non Prepurge
Remote Flame Sense
3 tries for ignition

Lockout when it fails to ignite

Trial for Ignition period:

90 seconds

Recycle time:

0 seconds

Flame Failure Response:

less than 1 second

Ignition Attempts:

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Ignition Module for

OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
OFG-390 Gas Fryers

Henny Penny uses Robertshaw

Model SP 845 NR 3 C (H.P. 21347) for the PFG 690 and
OFG 390 . Part number 21347
Using the designation above, the ignition module that Henny Penny
uses has the following specifications:
Non Prepurge
Remote Flame Sense
3 tries for ignition

Continuous when it fails to ignite

Trial for Ignition period:

90 seconds

Recycle time:

10 seconds

Flame Failure Response:

less than 1 second

Ignition Attempts:

Actually, this module will count ignition attempts if the module fails to
see a flame for more than 10 seconds. If the flame is established for
more than 10 seconds, the module will reset the attempt counter.

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Ignition Module for

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OFG-390 Gas Fryers

Normal Operation
Using the typical circuit, shown below, the operation of the module will be
explained.

MODEL No. SP 845

INPUT = 24 VAC, 50/60 Hz., SPARK GAP 7/64 IN.;
TH CURRENT = .250 AMP +PV +MV AT 24 VAC

SPARK

PV OR MV LOAD MAX = 1.5 AMP AT .5 PF

NOTICE
M
V

Main
Valve

I F LIGHT IS
ING, REFER
SERVICE
IF GREEN LIGHT
OFF, CHECK
OR
CONTRO

P
V

L
E
D

T
H
24V

P
V
/
M
V

T
R

G
N
D

DATE
CODE

GND

Pilot
Valve

S
E
N
S
E

Flame Sensor

Ground

Thermostat

Line
Voltage

24VAC

Transformer

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OFG-390 Gas Fryers

Normal Operation (cont.)

Power to the module is supplied by the step down transformer shown at the
bottom of the drawing on the previous page.
Line voltage is stepped down to 24VAC. One line from the secondary side of the
transformer is attached to the (TR Gnd) terminal of the module. The other line,
out of the transformer, is connected to a normally open thermostat.
When the thermostat calls for heat, the thermostat will close and then supply the
ignition module with 24VAC.
When the module receives the 24VAC, the green LED will turn on, confirming
that the module is receiving voltage.
The module will then turn on the PV terminal and send the 24VAC out that pin to
the Pilot Valve of the gas valve assembly. At the same time, the high voltage
spark will begin.
Once the flame is established and the module senses the flame through flame
rectification current, the module will turn on the MV terminal and send 24VAC to
the Main Valve terminal of the gas valve assembly.
The module will remain in this state until either the flame rectification current
drops below 0.7 Amps or the thermostat is satisfied and opens.

On the following page is a timing chart of the ignition module.

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Ignition Module for

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OFG-390 Gas Fryers

Normal Operation (cont.)

On
Thermostat is
satisfied

Thermostat Input TH

Off

On

Pilot Valve Output

PV
Off
Prepurge

On
Spark Igniter
Off
Loss of Flame
Sense

Flame
Detected

Pilot Flame Sense

Input

On
Main Valve
MV
Output

Main Valve
turned On

Main Valve
turned Off

Off

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Ignition Module for

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OFG-390 Gas Fryers

Normal Operation (cont.)

Should the module fail to detect a flame or lose the flame sense more than 3
times, then the module will go into lockout. The PV terminal will shut down and
24VAC will no longer be sent to the gas valve. In addition, the spark will also not
occur. The module will them begin blinking the green LED to alert that the
module has gone into lockout.
Should the module lockout, it must be reset. The 24VAC supplying the module
must be turned off and then turned back on to reset the module.

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Ignition Module for

OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
OFG-390 Gas Fryers

OFG 32X Gas Open Fryers

Henny Penny does not use the Ignition Module as shown in the typical circuit on
the previous section.
On the OFG 32X Fryer there is only one Ignition Module, which is used for a
two-burner system.
In Henny Pennys wiring of the module, the 24VAC is supplied to the module at
all times by the I/O Board of the fryer. This 24VAC is provided constantly, if the
safety loop remains in tact. The safety loop consists of the high limit, drain
switch, and vacuum switch.
If all three of those devices remain closed, the module will receive voltage until
the main power switch is shut off.
The typical circuit for the Henny Penny OFG 32X Open Fryer is shown on the
next page.

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OFG-390 Gas Fryers

OFG 32X Gas Open Fryers (cont.)

Ignition Module Circuit

MODEL No. SP 845

INPUT = 24 VAC, 50/60 Hz., SPARK GAP 7/64 IN.;
TH CURRENT = .250 AMP +PV +MV AT 24 VAC

SPARK

PV OR MV LOAD MAX = 1.5 AMP AT .5 PF

NOTICE
IF LIGHT IS FLASH-

M
V

ING, REFER TO
SERVICE MANUAL.
IF GREEN LIGHT IS
OFF, CHECK POWER
OR REPLACE
CONTROL

P
V

L
E
D

T
H
24V

P
V
/
M
V

T
R

G
N
D

DATE
CODE

GND

S
E
N
S
E

RL4
I/O Board

Spark
Electrode

RL5
I/O Board

Flame Sensor
Vacuum
Switch
MV

C
O
M

P
V

Ground
Gas Valve

Drain
Switch

High Limit

Line
Voltage

24VAC

Transformer

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OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
OFG-390 Gas Fryers

OFG 32X Gas Open Fryers (cont.)

Circuit Description
In the OFG 32X Open Fryer, the voltage from the 24VAC transformer first goes
through the safety loop. The safety loop consists of the high limit, drain switch
and vacuum switch.
The I/O Board monitors these three safety switches. If all three remain closed
then the I/O board will turn relay RL4 on. This supplies the 24VAC to the Ignition
Module. The module will then come on. The green LED comes on. The module
will then turn on the Pilot Valve and begin sparking.
Once the pilot flame is established and sensed, the MV terminal of the Ignition
Module will be turned on and 24VAC will appear at that terminal. The MV
terminal is routed to RL5 on the I/O board.
When the control board calls for heat, RL5 will close and send the 24VAC to the
Main Valve.
The Ignition Module remains powered as long as the main power switch is on
and the safety loop remains in tact. Generally, these conditions will remain
throughout the day. The module usually never shuts off.
For a complete description, see the booklet OFG-323 and OFE-323 Technical
Information

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Ignition Module for

OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
OFG-390 Gas Fryers

PFG 690 and OFG 390 Fryers

The Henny Penny PFG 690 and OFG 390 Fryers differ from the OFG 32X
Fryers.
First, there are two modules used. There are two burner assemblies. One Ignition
Module is for the left burner and the other module is for the right burner
assembly. The ignition modules have different software embedded in them than
the Open Fryer modules.
With the PFG 690 and OFG 390 Fryers, there is no safety loop between the
24VAC transformer and the Ignition Module. The safety loop is in the high
voltage side of the circuit.
The 24VAC transformer is connected directly to the Ignition Modules.
The following page shows the wiring of the two modules.

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Ignition Module for

OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
OFG-390 Gas Fryers

PFG 690 and OFG 390 Fryers (cont.)

Ignition Module Circuit

MODEL No. SP 845

MODEL No. SP 845

INPUT = 24 VAC, 50/60 Hz., SPARK GAP 7/64 IN.;

INPUT = 24 VAC, 50/60 Hz., SPARK GAP 7/64 IN.;

SPARK

TH CURRENT = .250 AMP +PV +MV AT 24 VAC

PV OR MV LOAD MAX = 1.5 AMP AT .5 PF

NOTICE
IF LIGHT IS FLASH-

M
V

ING, REFER TO
SERVICE MANUAL. IF
GREEN LIGHT IS OFF,
CHECK POWER OR
REPLACE CONTROL

P
V

L
E
D

T
H
24V

P
V
/
M
V

T
R
GND

G
N
D

PV OR MV LOAD MAX = 1.5 AMP AT .5 PF

DATE
CODE

S
E
N
S
E

NOTICE
IF LIGHT IS FLASH-

M
V

ING, REFER TO
SERVICE MANUAL. IF
GREEN LIGHT IS OFF,
CHECK POWER OR
REPLACE CONTROL

P
V

To Left Flame
Sensor

Line

SPARK

TH CURRENT = .250 AMP +PV +MV AT 24 VAC

L
E
D

T
H
24V

P
V
/
M
V

T
R
GND

G
N
D

DATE
CODE

S
E
N
S
E

To Right
Flame Sensor

24VAC
I/O Board

M
V

C
O
M

P
V

Gas Valve

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OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
OFG-390 Gas Fryers

PFG 690 and OFG 390 Fryers (cont.)

Circuit Description
The safety loop in the PFG 690 and OFG 390 Fryers is in the primary (line)
side of the 24VAC transformer. The safety loop consists of the high limit, drain
switch, and pressure switch (vacuum switch).
Should any of these components open, the primary of the 24VAC transformer will
not receive line voltage and the Ignition Modules will shut down.
The Circuit on the previous page only shows the components on the secondary
side of the 24VAC transformer.
When the main power switch is turned on, provided that the safety loop is in tact,
the primary of the transformer will receive power. The secondary will output
24VAC to both Ignition Modules.
When the Ignition Modules receive power, their green LEDs will turn on proving
that there are receiving power.
The modules will then turn on their PV terminals. The PV terminals of both
modules are connected to a relay, which is mounted on the header of the fryer.
The left modules PV terminal is connected to the coil of the relay. The right
modules PV terminal is connected to the common contact terminal of the relay.
When the left modules PV turns on, it energizes the coil of the relay. The
contacts of the relay will then close. Since the right modules PV terminal is
connected to the common terminal of the relay, the right modules PV is applied
to the PV of the gas valve.
The Ignition Modules will also begin to spark when they turn on their PV
terminals. Once each sides flame has been established and has been sensed,
the respective module will turn on its MV terminal.
The left modules MV is again connected to the coil of another relay. The right
modules relay is connected to the common contact terminal of this relay.

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PFG 690 and OFG 390 Fryers (cont.)

Circuit Description
When the left module sends out the 24VAC from the MV terminal, it causes the
relay coil to energize and pulls the contacts of the relay closed. The right
modules MV voltage is then routed through the contacts of the relay. The right
modules MV 24VAC is then connected to the I/O Board on the control panel
header.
The 24VAC MV of the right module sits at the I/O Boards heat relay until the
control calls for heat.
The modules will remain in this state until the fryer is shut off or if either of the
two modules loss flame sense.
If the right module loses flame sense, it will shut down the MV voltage, which
feeds through the MV relay to the gas valve and then tries to re-light the right
side pilot flame.
If the left module loses flame sense, the left module shuts its MV voltage. This
voltage feeds the coil of the MV relay. When the relay coil de-energizes, it opens
the contacts of the MV relay. This causes the MV voltage of the right module to
not reach the gas valve. The left module will try to re-light its pilot flame.
The Ignition Modules are in effect connected in series, if either module fails, the
gas valve will not receive the voltage it needs to operate.
Should one of the modules fail to sense the flame for less than 10 seconds more
than three times in a row, it will go into lockout. The PV of the respective module
will shut down and the PV relay will be affected the same way the MV relay was
described previously.
The module which has not gone into lockout will try to re-light, even though the
gas valve does not receive voltage, until it reaches three tries and then that
module will go into lockout.

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OFG-32X, PFG-690, and
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Important Service Issues

Should the Ignition Modules lose flame sense three times they will go into
lockout. This is any three occasions. It is an accumulation as long as the module
is turned on.
With the OFG 32X Fryer, the control board looks at the condition of the MV
terminal. If the control sees that the module has lost the MV voltage, even once,
the control will reset the Ignition Module within 30 minutes of losing that voltage.
The OFG 32X resets the module by cutting power to the TH terminal of the
module. This resets the failure counter, internally on the module, back to zero.
This helps to prevent sporadic shut downs of the module.
The PFG 690 and OFG 390 Fryers do not monitor the MV terminals. The
modules are in complete control of the pilot flame. During initial lighting of the
burner the module allows 90 seconds for the flame to establish. Should the flame
fail to light, the module will lock itself out.
After the fail is established, a counter is started at zero (0). If the flame goes out
or there is a loss of flame sense, the counter is incremented by one (1). The
module will try to re-ignite the burner. If the burner re-lights and the flame is
established for more than 10 seconds, the counter is reset to zero (0). If the
flame fails again within 10 seconds, the counter is incremented again. Should the
counter reach three (3), the module will lock itself out.

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Troubleshooting Flowchart

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Troubleshooting Flowchart (cont.)

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