Specifications

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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPERATIONS
4.1 Initial Start-up
A. Cleaning: New units are wiped clean with solvents at the factory to remove any visible signs
of dirt, oil, grease, etc. remaining from the manufacturing process, then coated lightly with
oil. Before any food preparation, wash thoroughly with hot, soapy water to remove any film
residue and dust or debris then rinse out and wipe dry. Also wash any accessories shipped
with the unit. Close the drain-valve completely and remove the crumb screen covering the
heating tubes. Make sure the screws holding the thermostat and high-limit control sensing
bulbs into the vessel are tight.
CAUTION
Do not bang fry baskets or other utensils on the fryer’s joiner strip. The strip is
present to seal the joint between the fry vessels. Banging fry baskets on the strip to
dislodge shortening will distort the strip, adversely affecting its fit. It is designed for
a fit tight and should only be removed for cleaning.
4.1.1 Pilot Lighting Procedures, Standing Pilot Only
Initial Pilot Light: All Dean fryers are tested, adjusted and calibrated to sea level conditions before
leaving the factory. Adjustments to assure proper operation of pilot may be necessary on installation
to meet local conditions, low gas pressure, differences in altitude and variations in gas
characteristics. These adjustments correct possible problems caused by rough handling or vibration
during shipment, and are to be performed only by qualified service personnel. These adjustments
are the responsibility of the customer and/or the dealer and are not covered by the Dean Industries
warranty.
The inlet pipe at the lower rear of the fryer brings incoming gas to the pilot safety control valve, then
to the pilot and main burners. The pilot is located high in the cabinet center, at the base of the fryer
vessel.
Light the pilot as follows:
1. Turn off the manual shut-off valve on the incoming service line.
2. Turn the operating thermostat or the computer off.
3. Depress the pilot gas cock dial on the combination control valve and turn to "OFF".
4. Wait approximately 5 minutes for accumulated gas to disperse.