Last verified against the primary source on Sep 20, 2026.
High-volume commercial gas fryer with a very deep OEM parts catalog (hi-limit safety thermostat ~$210, ignition module ~$228); Parts Town's own part description confirms the hi-limit switch is a safety device that shuts the unit off before the oil overheats, so during inspection verify the pilot lights, the burner ignites and modulates cleanly, and the manual-reset hi-limit has not been tripped repeatedly.
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| Component | Severity | Documented repair cost |
|---|---|---|
| Hi-limit safety thermostat | high | $210–$210 |
| Ignition module | medium | $228–$228 |
OEM hi-limit switch (Pitco PP10084, manual-reset, 450F trip point) lists at $210.00 on Parts Town. Per Parts Town's own product description, "A Pitco PP10084 Gas Hi Limit Switch is a safety device that shuts the unit off and prevents the oil from overheating," and it fits SG14/SG18-family fryers. A tripped or failed hi-limit is a direct no-heat/lockout failure mode and, because it is a safety device, repeated trips should not be ignored during inspection.
$210–$210OEM ignition spark controller (Pitco 60152001-CL, 24VAC) lists at $228.00 on Parts Town, fitting the "SG & SGF-14/18/24 Solstice Fryer" family. Pitco's own IOM confirms these fryers use a matchless ignition system that must "automatically light the pilot, and heat up to set temperature" on power-up; a failed module presents as a fryer that will not light or re-light after a delight cycle.
$228–$228My Price: $ 210.00 ... Manufacturer #: PP10084 ... Parts Town #: PTPP10084 ... A Pitco PP10084 Gas Hi Limit Switch is a safety device that shuts the unit off and prevents the oil from overheating. ... Fits models 35C+, 45C+, MGII, SG14 and more ... Tripping point: 450 degrees F (232 degrees C)
Common questions
What fails on the Pitco SG18?
The most cited concerns in our evidence record: Hi-limit safety thermostat, Ignition module. See the risk breakdown above for details and sources.
Key parts and observed prices
| Part | Part # | Observed price | As of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pitco PP10084 Hi Limit Thermostat, 450F | Parts Town #PTPP10084, Mfr #PP10084 | $210.00 | 2026-09-20 |
| Pitco 60152001-CL Ignition Module, 24VAC | Parts Town #PT60152001-CL, Mfr #60152001-CL | $228.00 | 2026-09-20 |
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From the research record
- REPAIR PART (2026-09-20): Pitco PP10084 Hi Limit Thermostat, 450F (Parts Town #PTPP10084, Mfr #PP10084): $210.00 https://www.partstown.com/p/pitco/ptpp10084
- REPAIR PART (2026-09-20): Pitco 60152001-CL Ignition Module, 24VAC (Parts Town #PT60152001-CL, Mfr #60152001-CL): $228.00 https://www.partstown.com/p/pitco/pt60152001-cl
Sources
- Pitco PP10084 Hi Limit Thermostat, 450F | Parts Townparts-retailer · verified-primary
- Pitco 60152001-CL Ignition Module, 24VAC | Parts Townparts-retailer · verified-primary
- Pitco Installation and Operation Manual For Gas Fryers, ALL OPTIONS, Covering Models SG & SGF 14, 14R, 14T, 18, 18F, 24P, 24F, 34P & 34Fmanual · verified-primary
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