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Decathlon Series Gas Fryers (CE)
Installation & Operation Manual
D20, D50, D60 & D80 Series
CE ONLY
Price: $10.00
*8195706*
Service Hotline 1-318-865-1711
819-5706
JUNE 2002
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DANGER The front ledge of the fryer is not a step. Do not stand on the fryer. Serious injury can result from slips or contact with the hot oil. DANGER Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. DANGER Instructions to be followed in the event the operator smells gas or otherwise detects a gas leak must be posted in a prominent location. This information can be obtained from the local gas company or gas supplier. DANGER
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Decathlon Series Gas Fryers (CE) Installation & Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Page # 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1 1.1 Applicability and Validity 1-1 1.2 After Purchase 1-1 1.3 Ordering Parts
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Decathlon Series Gas Fryers (CE) Installation & Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.) Page # 4. FRYER OPERATIONS 4-1 4.1 Initial Start-up 4-1 4.2 Boil-Out Procedure 4-3 4.3 Final Preparation
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FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND THE DEAN DECATHLON Basket Hanger Flue Cap Frypot Top Cap Electronic Operating Thermostat Burners 1.5” Round Drains Drain Tubes Drain Valve Handle (Red) Filter Unit Oil Return Handle (Yellow) Drain Flush Handle (Blue) Drain Tubes 3” Round Drains (SCFD models) A
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 Applicability and Validity The Dean Decathlon Series gas model family has been approved by the European Union (EU) for sale and installation in the following EU countries: AT, BE, KE, KD, ES, FI, FR, GB, IE, IT, LU, NL, NO, PT and SE. This manual is applicable to and valid for all Dean Decathlon gas units sold in English- speaking countries, including those in the European Union. Where conflicts exist between instruct
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.4 Service Information Call the Dean Service Hotline, 1-800-551-8633, for the location of your nearest factory authorized service center. To assist you more efficiently, always provide the service technician with the model number, gas type, serial number, and the nature of the problem. 1.5 Computer Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuan
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.6 Safety Information (cont.) WARNING boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in damage to your system, and which may cause your system to malfunction. WARNING Example of a WARNING box. DANGER boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in injury to personnel, and which may cause damage to your system and/or cause your system to malfunction.
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.1 Receiving and Unpacking Equipment A. Check that the container is upright. Use an outward prying motion - no hammering - to remove the carton. Unpack the fryer carefully and remove all accessories from the carton. Do not discard or misplace these, as they will be needed. B. After unpacking, immediately check the equipment for visible signs of shipping damage. If damage has occurred, contact the carrier and fi
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.2 General (cont.) Where conflicts exist between instructions and information in this manual and local code or national codes, or regulations, installation and operation shall comply with the codes or regulations in force in the country in which the equipment is installed. CAUTION Building codes prohibit a fryer with its open tank of hot oil/shortening from being installed beside an open flame of any type,
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.4 Rating Plate This is attached to the inside right-hand corner of the front door panel. Information provided includes the model and serial number of the fryer, kW/hr (BTU/hr) of the burners, outlet gas pressure in mbars (inches W.C.) and whether the unit has natural or propane gas orifices. DANGER Fryers MUST be connected ONLY to the gas type identified on the attached rating plate. 2.5 Pre-Installation
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.6 Air Supply and Ventilation (cont.) F. Adequate distance must be maintained from the flue outlet of the fryer(s) to the lower edge of the filter bank. Per NFPA Standards No. 96, a minimum of 45-cm (18-inches) should be maintained between the flue(s) and the lower edge of the exhaust hood filter. G. Filters and drip troughs should be part of any industrial hood, but consult local codes before constructing and
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.1 Installing the Fryer A. Initial Installation: If the fryer is installed with legs, do not push the fryer to adjust its position. Use a pallet or lift jack to lift the fryer slightly, then place the fryer where it is to be installed. B. Relocating the fryer: Remove all weight from each leg before moving a fryer with legs installed. Do not slide the fryer on the legs. C. If a leg becomes damaged, contact your service agent
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.4 Gas Categories Installation shall be made with a gas connector that complies with national and local codes. Quick disconnect devices, if used, shall likewise comply with national and local codes. WARNING The fryer MUST be connected to the gas supply specified on the rating and serial number plate located on the back of the fryer door. WARNING If gas odors are detected, the gas supply MUST be shut off at
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.5 Gas Connections DANGER Before connecting new pipe to this appliance the pipe must be blown out thoroughly to remove all foreign material. Foreign material in the burner and gas controls will cause improper and dangerous operation. A. The gas supply (service) line must be the same size or greater than the fryer inlet line. This fryer is equipped with a 22 mm (3/4") male inlet. The gas supply line must be sized to
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.5 Gas Connections (cont.) C. Manual shut-off valve: This gas service supplier-installed valve must be installed in the gas service line ahead of the fryers in the gas stream and in a position where it can be reached quickly in the event of an emergency. D. Regulating Gas Pressure: The fryer and shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply during any pressure testing of the system. 1. External gas regulato
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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.5 Gas Connections (cont.) H. Orifices: The fryer can be configured to operate on any available gas. The correct safety control valve, appropriate gas orifices, and pilot burner are installed at the factory. While the valve can be adjusted in the field, only qualified service personnel should make any adjustments with the proper test equipment. 1. The following color codes indicate the type of gas to be used for each
