Installation & Operation Manual Model TC25 (Parts Section Included) Dean, a member of the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association, recommends using CFESA Certified Technicians. 24-Hour Service Hotline 1-800-551-8633 Price: $6.
Please read all sections of this manual and retain for future reference. This product has been certified as commercial cooking equipment and MUST be installed by professional personnel as specified. Installation, maintenance and repairs should be performed by your DEAN FACTORY AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER. CAUTION Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other cooking appliance.
Triathlon Series Gas Fryers Installation & Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Page # 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1 1.1 After Purchase 1-1 1.2 Ordering Parts 1-1 1.3 Service Information 1-1 1.4 Safety Information 1-2 2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2-1 2.1 Product Description 2-1 2.2 Principles of Operation 2-1 2.3 Rating Plate 2-1 2.4 Pre-Installation 2-1 2.5 Air Supply and Ventilation 2-3 2.6 Equipment Installed at High Altitudes 2-3 2.7 Receiving and Unpacking Equipment 2-4 3.
Triathlon Series Gas Fryers Installation & Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS (cont.) Page # 5. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5-1 5.1 General 5-1 6. WIRING DIAGRAMS 6-1 6.1 Robert Shaw Gas-Valve Wiring 6-1 7. PARTS LIST 7-1 7.1 Accessories 7-1 7.2 Cabinetry and Related Components 7-2 7.3 Frypots, Flues and Drain Valves 7-4 7.4 Gas Valve and Burner Components 7-5 7.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.1 After Purchase In order to improve service, have the following chart filled in by the Frymaster/Dean Authorized Service Technician who installs this equipment. Authorized Service Technician/FASC Address Telephone/Fax Model Number Serial Number Gas Type 1.2 Ordering Parts Customers may order parts directly from their local factory authorized service center.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1.4 Safety Information Before attempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroughly. Throughout this manual, you will find notations enclosed in double-bordered boxes similar to the ones below. CAUTION boxes contain information about actions or conditions that may cause or result in a malfunction of your system. CAUTION Example of a CAUTION box.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.1 Product Description Dean Triathlon Series gas fryers are energy-efficient, tube-style, gas-fired tabletop units, designcertified by the International Approval Services (AGA/CGA), National Sanitation Foundation (NSF), and manufactured to their basic performance and application specifications. All units are shipped completely assembled with accessories packed inside the fryer vessel.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.4 Pre-Installation (cont.) B. Clearances: The fryer area must be kept free and clear of all combustibles. This unit is designcertified for the following installations: Commercial installation only (not for household use). Installation on a non-combustible platform when equipped with factory-supplied 4-inch (10.2 cm) adjustable legs.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.5 Air Supply and Ventilation Keep the area around the fryer clear to prevent obstruction of combustion and ventilation airflow as well as for service and maintenance. A. Do not connect this fryer to an exhaust duct. B. Correct installation and adjustment will ensure adequate airflow to the fryer system. C. A commercial, heavy-duty fryer must vent its combustion wastes to the outside of the building.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2.7 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 file the appropriate freight claims.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.1 Installing the Fryer A. Initial Installation: Legs are installed at the factory. After unpacking, check the legs to ensure they are properly tightened. B. Relocating the fryer: Lift the fryer to remove all weight from each leg before moving. Do not slide the fryer on the legs. C. If a leg becomes damaged, contact a service agent for immediate repair/replacement. 3.2 Leveling the Fryer A.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.2 Leveling the Fryer (cont.) D. Re-leveling: If the fryer is moved, re-level the fryer following the above instructions. E. The install must be reviewed at the time of installation to ensure it meets the intent of these instructions. CAUTION Fryers must be at room temperature, empty of oil and lifted during movement to avoid damage and possible bodily injury. DANGER Hot shortening can cause severe burns. Avoid contact.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.3 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.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.3 Gas Connections (cont.) G. Only qualified service personnel should make adjustments to the regulators. 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.
TRIATHLON 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.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPERATIONS 4.1.1 Pilot Lighting Procedures (cont.) Light the pilot as follows: 1. Turn off the manual shut-off valve on the incoming service line. 2. Turn the operating thermostat off. Operating thermostat in "OFF" position. 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.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPERATIONS 4.1.1 Pilot Lighting Procedures (cont.) 6. Open the manual shut-off valve on the incoming service line. 7. Apply lighted match or taper to the pilot burner head. 8. Turn the gas cock dial on the control valve to "Pilot", then depress and hold the dial until the pilot stays lit (approximately 1 minute). Gas cock dial in the “pilot” position. 9.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPERATIONS 4.2 Boil-Out Procedure (cont.) E. The burners will maintain the boil-out solution at a simmer. Simmer the solution for approximately 45 minutes. Wearing protective gloves, scrub the sides of the fry vessel and the tubes with the L-shaped Teflon brush, being careful not to disturb the temperature sensing probe and the high-limit thermostat. USE CARE NOT TO SPLASH SOLUTION WITH BRUSH- SOLUTION IS HOT! F.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPERATIONS 4.3 Final Preparation WARNING NEVER set a complete block of solid shortening on top of heating tubes. To do so will damage the heating tubes and fry vessel, and void the warranty. 4.3.1 Filling Fryer with Cooking Oil/Shortening A. When using a liquid shortening (cooking oil), fill the fryer to the bottom OIL LEVEL line scribed into the back of the fryer vessel. B.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPERATIONS 4.5 Opening: Beginning the Workday At the beginning of each work day, always check the fryer to ensure: 1. The combination or main gas valve is "OFF". 2. Fry vessel is filled with liquid oil to the bottom OIL LEVEL line scribed into the rear wall of the fry vessel tank. To light the fryer: 1. Open the manual shut-off valve on the incoming service line. 2. Light the pilot. See Section 4.1.1 for pilot lighting procedures.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPERATIONS 4.7 Closing: End of Day When closing at night: ø Filter the oil in all fryers and drain the flexible hose lines (portable filters). ø Cover oil-filled, open fry vessels. ø Turn the control knob on the gas valve to "OFF". 4.8 Fryer Shutdown When closing down for periods longer than overnight: ø Drain the shortening and clean the vessel thoroughly. ø Discard or filter the shortening, then return filtered shortening to fry vessel.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5.1 General Any equipment works better and lasts longer when maintained properly and kept clean. Cooking equipment is no exception. Your Triathlon fryer should be kept clean during the working day, and thoroughly cleaned at the end of each day. Below are recommendations for daily, weekly and periodic preventative maintenance. 5.1.1 Daily A. Remove and wash all removable parts. B. Clean all exterior surfaces of the cabinet.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 5.1.4 Stainless Steel Care WARNING DO NOT let water splash into the tank of hot oil. It will splatter and can cause severe burns. All stainless steel fryer cabinet parts should be wiped regularly with hot, soapy water during the day, and with a liquid cleanser designed for stainless steel at the end of each day. A. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cloths, cleansers or powders. B.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: WIRING DIAGRAMS 6.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: PARTS LIST 7.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: PARTS LIST 7.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: PARTS LIST 7.2 Cabinetry and Related Components (cont.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: PARTS LIST 7.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: PARTS LIST 7.4 Gas Valve & Burner Components 2 17 16 12 10 9 15 7 11 8 3 1 2 6 5 4 13 14 Item Part Number Description 1 807-3645 Gas Valve- Natural- MV * 1909 Gas Valve- Propane- MV 2 813-0031 Bushing, ¾ x ½" NPT BM 3 813-0622 Nipple, ½ x 1-½" NPT BM 4 813-0173 Union.
TRIATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: PARTS LIST 7.4 Gas Valve & Burner Components (cont.
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