SUPER MARATHON SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 2: IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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2.2 General (cont.) Dean Super Marathon Series gas fryers are energy efficient gas-fired units. All units are shipped
completely assembled, with accessories packed inside the frypot. All units are adjusted, tested, and
inspected at the factory prior to crating for shipment.
WARNING
The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensuring that operators are made aware of
the inherent dangers of operating a hot-oil fryer/filter system, particularly the
aspects of fryer operation, oil filtration, and draining/cleaning procedures.
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 slower and more
turbulent flame gives much better heat transfer to the walls of the tubes, thereby heating the oil more
efficiently.
2.4 Rating Plate
DANGER
Fryers MUST be connected ONLY to the gas type identified on the attached rating
plate.
The rating plate can be found on the inside panel of the fryer door. Information on this plate
includes the model and serial numbers, kW/hr (BTU/hr) of the burners, outlet gas pressure in mbars
(inches W.C.), and configuration: natural or propane gas. Rating plate data is essential for proper
unit identification, communicating with the factory or requesting special parts and/or information.