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Dean D20 Series Installation And Operation Manual

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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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  • Page 1 D20, D50, D60 & D80 Series CE ONLY Price: $10.00 *8195706* Service Hotline 1-318-865-1711 819-5706 JUNE 2002...
  • Page 3 The front ledge of the fryer is not a step. Do not stand on the fryer. Serious injury can result Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any Instructions to be followed in the event the operator smells gas or otherwise detects a gas leak must be posted in a prominent location.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Pre-Installation Air Supply and Ventilation Equipment Installed at High Altitudes Conversion of Units INSTALLATION Installing the Fryer Leveling the Fryer (Fryers equipped with legs only) Installing Casters and Legs Gas Categories Gas Connections Adjustments/Adaptation to Different Gases Electrical Connections Page #...
  • Page 5 Decathlon Series Gas Fryers (CE) Installation & Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.) FRYER OPERATIONS Initial Start-up Boil-Out Procedure Final Preparation THERMATRON OPERATION Operating Fryers with Thermatron Controllers PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE General TROUBLESHOOTING General Pilot Burner Malfunction Main Burner Malfunctions Thermatron Calibration...
  • Page 6 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)

  • Page 7: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 8: Service Information

    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.

  • Page 9: Service Personnel

    Dean equipment. A list of Dean Factory Authorized Service Centers (FASCs) was included with the fryer when shipped from the factory. Failure to use qualified service personnel will void the Dean warranty on your equipment.

  • Page 10: Important Information

    C. Frying systems with built-in filtration: Take off the filter support brace and remove the filter pan from the cabinet. D. Remove all plastic skin from sides, front, and doors of the fryer(s). Failure to do this prior to initial fryer operation will make it very difficult to remove later.

  • Page 11: Principles Of Operation

    Building codes prohibit a fryer with its open tank of hot oil/shortening from being installed beside an open flame of any type, including those of broilers and ranges.

  • Page 12: Rating Plate

    Amperage draw for each unit depends on the accessories supplied with the unit/system. B. Clearances: The fryer area must be kept free and clear of all combustibles. This unit is design- certified for the following installations: 1.
  • Page 13 15-cm (6-inch) adjustable legs or 13-cm (5- inch) casters. DANGER Local building codes prohibit a fryer with its open tank of hot oil from being installed beside an open flame of any type, including those of broilers and ranges.

  • Page 14: Air Supply And Ventilation

    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.

  • Page 15: Installation

    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.

  • Page 16: Installing Casters And Legs

    CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION 3.3 Installing Casters and Legs A. Install casters and/or legs near where the fryer is to be used, as neither is secure for long transit. Decathlon Series (CE) gas fryers cannot be curb mounted and must be equipped with either legs or casters provided.

  • Page 17: 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. 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.

  • Page 18: Gas Connections

    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 accommodate all the gas-fired equipment that may be connected to that gas supply.
  • Page 19 D. Regulating Gas Pressure: The fryer and shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply during any pressure testing of the system.
  • Page 20 1. The following color codes indicate the type of gas to be used for each fryer and associated components. G20 and G25 Use a diluted soap solution to find gas leaks when making new connections.

  • Page 21: Adjustments/Adaptation To Different Gases

    3.5 Gas Connections (cont.) 4. To limit movement of the fryer, restraints independent of the flexible coupling or connector must be used. Clips are located on the back panel of the fryer for the attachment of restraints. 5. If disconnection of the restraint is necessary, the restraint must be reconnected after the fryer has been returned to its originally installed position.
  • Page 22 DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) 3.6.1 CE Specifications 3.6.1.1 Gas Types and Specifications MODEL* NOMINAL HEAT INPUT- Qn (kW) D 80 G 37,5 D 60 G 37,5 D 50 G 30,0 D 20 G 15,0 3.6.1.2 Adjustments to Different Gas Types ORIFICE MODEL* SIZE (MM)†...
  • Page 23 DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) 3.6.1.2 Adjustments to Different Gas Types (cont.) NOTE: Outlet gas pressure must be adjusted strictly within the above requirements 5 to 10 minutes after the appliance is operating. * For controls and adjustments, please refer to "gas valve" illustration on page 3-10. (Pilot Flame Adjustment: Turn the pilot adjustment screw clockwise/counter-clockwise until the desired flame- volume is achieved).
  • Page 24 DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) 3.6.2 Gas Conversion Procedures (cont.) When converting from G20 (20 mbar) to G25 (25 mbar), or vice-versa, or G31 (37 mbar) to G31 (50 mbar), the following procedures apply: Check pilot-adjustment and adjust as necessary. Other adjustments are not necessary.

  • Page 25: Electrical Connections

    DO NOT CUT, REMOVE, OR OTHERWISE BYPASS THE GROUNDING The rating plate and wiring diagram are located inside the front door. The fryer is equipped with a 230VAC single-phase 50-hertz system (International/CE). Do not cut or remove the ground prong from the power cord plug.

  • Page 26: Fryer Operations

    Typical high-limit/sensor probe locations and mounting hardware. 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 frypot. Banging fry baskets on the strip to dislodge shortening will distort the strip, adversely affecting its fit. It is designed for a tight fit and should only be removed for cleaning.
  • Page 27 Dean 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, at the base of the frypot.

  • Page 28: Boil-Out Procedure

    Never leave the fryer unattended during the boil-out process. If the boil-out solution boils over, turn the fryer off immediately and let the solution cool for a few minutes before resuming the process. To lessen the chance of boil over, turn the fryer’s gas valve knob to the PILOT position occasionally.
  • Page 29 C. Filtration/Boil-Mode equipped fryers: Turn fryer power switch to "ON". Press the fryer- reset switch (if applicable). If the pilot and main burner go out, the fryer(s) MUST be left completely shut down at D. The main burner will ignite.

  • Page 30: Final Preparation

    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 frypot.
  • Page 31 DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPERATIONS 4.3.1 Filling Fryer with Cooking Oil/Shortening (cont.) D. Operating Thermostat: Turn the burners "ON" for about 10 seconds, "OFF" for a minute, etc., until the shortening is melted. If you see smoke coming from the shortening while melting this way, shorten the "ON"...

  • Page 32: Thermatron Operation

    (switch locations will vary from model to model). Configuration #1 Fryer Power Switch: controls power to each individual fryer, both in Thermatron or back-up mode. POWER BOIL OUT High-Limit Reset Switch: located under each individual control panel.
  • Page 33 230VAC) – the breaker is in line between the filter switch and the pump. Ensure filter power is off prior to resetting or replacing. 5 AMP (115VAC) or 2 AMP (230VAC) FUSE – each fryer circuit is protected by a 5 amp (115VAC) or 2 amp (230VAC) fuse located under the control panel.
  • Page 34 DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 5: THERMATRON OPERATION 5.1 Operating Fryers with Thermatron Controllers (cont.) Configuration #2 Fryer Power Switch: Turns fryer on and off. Boil-Out Switch (Optional): operates only in "Thermatron" mode. When "ON", this switch by-passes the Thermatron...

  • Page 35: Preventative Maintenance

    6.1.2 Weekly A. Completely drain the oil from the fryer into a metal stockpot of sufficient size to safely hold the entire contents of the frypot for disposal. Do not use a glass or plastic container.
  • Page 36 DO NOT let water splash into the tank of hot oil. It will splatter and can cause severe 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.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1 General Hot cooking oil/shortening will cause severe burns. Never attempt to move this appliance when filled with hot cooking oil/shortening or to transfer hot cooking oil/shortening from one container to another. This equipment should be unplugged when servicing, except when electrical circuit tests are required.

  • Page 38: Main Burner Malfunctions

    DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 7.2 Pilot Burner Malfunction (cont.) 4. Check all connections for cleanliness and security. C. Pilot flame of proper size, but is unstable. thermocouple completely at all times. 1. Check for drafts that might be caused by air conditioning equipment or make-up air apparatus.

  • Page 39: Thermatron Calibration

    D. Fryer will not reach the temperature setting and/or runs erratically. 1. Incorrect location of sensor probe or defective temperature sensor. Loose wiring/wire connection E. Fryer shortening temperature cannot be controlled; fryer runs at high-limit temperature. 1. Defective operating thermostat or temperature probe; Call Authorized Service Agent. 7.4 Thermatron Calibration The Thermatron controller maintains a specific oil/shortening temperature through a sensing probe mounted in the frypot.

  • Page 40: Wiring Diagrams

    DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 7.5 Wiring Diagrams 7.5.1 Decathlon D-50G and D-60G- Thermatron Controls- CE Only...
  • Page 41 DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 7.5.2 Decathlon D-50G and D-60G- Computer- CE Only FUSE FUSE...
  • Page 42 DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (CE) CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 7.5.3 UFF Filtration- Typical Wiring LEADS LONG 8" LEADS LONG 8" LEADS LONG 8" WHT#2...

  • Page 43: Recommended Spare Parts

    Temperature Sensor Probe, Dean Compu-Fry Computer- 106-1541SP Thermatron Board- 807-3722 Power Switch- 807-3574 Boil-Out Switch (6-Terminal)- 807-3579 Fryer Reset Switch (Momentary)- 807-3576 Manual Filter Power Switch- 807-3580 Ignition Module- 807-3563 Ignitor/Pilot Assembly- Natural (Includes Ignition Cable)- 106-1839SP Ignitor/Pilot Assembly- LP- 807-1553...
  • Page 44 Dean, 8700 Line Avenue, PO Box 51000, Shreveport, Louisiana 71135-1000 Shipping Address: 8700 Line Avenue, Shreveport, Louisiana 71106 TEL 1-318-865-1711 FAX (Parts) 1-310-327-3343 FAX (Tech Support) 1-318-219-7135 SERVICE HOTLINE Price: $10.00 PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES 1-800-551-8633 819-5706 JUNE 2002...

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