HIGH EFFICIENCY DECATHLON (HD) SERIES GAS FRYERS
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.
DANGER
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.
Upon arrival, inspect the fryer carefully for visible or concealed damage. (See Receiving and Unpacking Equipment in Section 2.1.)
CAUTION
Dean appliances equipped with legs are for stationary installations. Appliances fitted with legs must be lifted during movement to avoid damage to the appliance and bodily injury. For moveable installations, optional equipment casters must be used. Questions? Call
2.3 Product Description
Dean Decathlon Series gas fryers are energy efficient,
WARNING
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2.4 Principles of Operation
The incoming gas flows through orifices and is mixed with air in the burners to create the correct ratio for proper combustion. The mixture is ignited at the front end of each heat tube by the pilot light. Internal diffusers slow the flame as it goes through the burner tube. This slow, turbulent flame increases heat transfer to the walls of the tubes to heat the oil more efficiently.
