DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS (NON-CE)
CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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2.4 Rating Plate
This is attached to the inside front door panel. Information provided includes the model and serial
number of the fryer, BTU/hr input of the burners, outlet gas pressure in inches W.C. and whether the
unit has natural or propane gas orifices.
DANGER
Fryers MUST
MUSTMUST
MUST be connected ONLY to the gas type identified on the attached rating
plate.
DANGER
No structural material on the fryer should be altered or removed to accommodate
placement of the fryer under a hood. Questions? Call the Dean Service Hotline at 1-
800-551-8633.
DANGER
Do not connect this appliance to the gas supply before reviewing all information in
this chapter.
A. Gen eral: Only licensed personnel should install any gas-fired equipment.
1. A manual gas shut-off valve must be installed in the gas supply line ahead of the fryers for
safety and ease of future service.
2. Dean Decathlon Series gas fryers require 120VAC 60 cycle or 230VAC single-phase 50-
hertz (International/CE) electrical service and are equipped with a 16-3 SJT grounded
flexible power cord for a direct connection to the power supply. 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. Commercial installation only (not for household use).
2. Non-combustible floor installation equipped with factory-supplied 6-inch (15-cm) adjustable
legs or 5-inch (13-cm) casters;
3. Combustible construction with a minimum clearance of 6-inches (15-cm) side and 6-inches
(15-cm) rear, and equipped with factory-supplied 6-inch (15-cm) adjustable legs or 5-inch
(13-cm) casters.