Frymaster 24G Series manual

Dean, a member of the Commercial Food Equ ipment Service Ass ociation, recommends using CFESA Ce rtified Technicians. 24-Hour Serv ice Hotline 1- 800-55 1-8633 D ECEMBER 2003 PRINTED IN T HE US A *8196000* *8196000* *8196000* *8196000* NON-CE & 24G Series Flatbottom Gas Fryers Installation & Operation Manual Models 1824G & 2424G[...]

Please read a ll sections of this man ual and reta in for future reference. NOTICE This appliance is intended for pro fessional use only and is to be operated by qualified personnel only. A Dean Factory A uthorized Service Center (FA SC) or other qualified professional should perform installation, maintenance, and repairs. Installation, maintenance[...]

DA NGER Th e front ledge o f the f r yer is no t a step . Do n ot sta nd on the fryer. Serious in jury c an resu lt from s lips o r conta ct with the hot oil. DA NGER Do not store or use ga soline or other flammable vapors and li qui ds in the v icinit y of this or any other cooking appliance. DA NGER Instruc tions ex plainin g pr ocedu res to b e [...]

24G Series F latbottom Gas Fryers Insta llation & Ope ration Manua l TABLE OF CONTENTS Page # 1. INTRODUCTIO N 1-1 1.1 Applicabilit y and Validity 1-1 1.2 Ordering Parts 1-1 1.3 Service Information 1-1 1.4 Safety Information 1-2 1.5 Service Personnel 1-2 2. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2-1 2.1 Receiving and Unpa cking Equipment 2-1 2.2 General 2-1 2.3[...]

24G Series F latbottom Gas Fryers Insta llation & Ope ration Manua l TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT.) P age # 4. FRYER OPERATIONS 4-1 4.1 Initial Start-up 4-1 4.2 Boil-Ou t Procedure 4-5 4.3 Final Preparation 4-7 5. CONTROLLER OPERATIO N 5-1 5.1 Operating Fryers with Therma tron Contro llers 5-1 6. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE 6-1 6.1 General 6-1 7. TROUB[...]

24G SERIES FLATBOTTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: I NTRODUC TION 1-1 1.1 A pplicability an d Valid ity The Dean 24G Series Flatbottom gas model family has been approved by the European Uni on (EU) for sale and installation in all EU countries. This manual is applicable to an d valid for all Dean 24G Flatbottom gas units sold in English- speakin g countri[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-2 1.4 Safety Information Before a ttempting to operate your unit, read the instructions in this manual thoroug hl y. Throughout this manual, you will find notations enclosed in double-bordered box es similar to the ones below. CA UTION CAUTION boxes contain information about act ions or c[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1-3 1.5.1 De finitions (cont.) C. Qualif ied Servi ce Personn el 1. Qualified service personnel are those who are familiar with Dean equipment and have bee n authorized by Dean to perform serv ice on Dean equipment. All authorized se rvice personnel are required to be equipped with a com pl[...]

24G SERIES FLATBOTTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IM PORT A NT INFORM A TION 2-1 2.1 Receiv ing and Unpacking Equipment A. Check that the container is upright. Use an outward prying motion - no hammering - to remove the carton. Unpack the fryer carefull y and remov e all accessories from the carton. Do not discard or misplace accessories. They will be ne[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPOR T A N T INFORMATION 2-2 2.2 General (cont.) Where con flicts exist b etween in structions and inf ormation in th is manual and local code or national codes, or regulations, installation and operation s hall comply with the codes or regulation s in fo rce in the country in which the eq uipment is i[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPOR T A N T INFORMATION 2-3 2.3 Princ i ples of Operat ion The frypot is constr ucted of welde d steel with heat tra nsfer ducting on the frypot-bottom for efficient heating of oil without scorching. Base units come equipped with painted cabinetry or optional stainless steel. Base units come equipped [...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPOR T A N T INFORMATION 2-4 2.5 Pre-Installation DA NGER No structural material on the fry er should be altered or removed to accommodate placement of the fry e r under a hood. Questions? Call the Fry master/Dean Serv ice Hotline at 1-800-55 1-8633. DA NGER Do not connect this appliance to the gas sup[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPOR T A N T INFORMATION 2-5 C. Installation Standards 1. CE/EXPORT STANDARDS : Fryer insta llation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, t o the appropriate Nationa l or European Community (CE) st andards. 2. NON-CE INSTALLATION STANDARDS : Fryer installation must c onform w[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPOR T A N T INFORMATION 2-6 2.7 A ir Suppl y and Venti lation DA NGER This appliance must be installed with suff icient v entilation to prev ent the occurrence of unacceptable concentrations of substan ces harmful to the health of personnel in the room in which it is instal led. 1. Keep the area aroun[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 2: IMPOR T A N T INFORMATION 2-7 2.8 Conversion of Units (CE Sy stems) Pressure: 1 mbar = 10,2 mm W.C. = 0,4-inch W.C. 20 mbar = 204 mm W.C. = 8-inch W.C. 1-inch W.C. = 25,4 mm W.C. = 2,5 mbar Heat Input: 1 kW = 3410 BTU/hr 100 BTU/hr = 0,0293 kW Tem perature: 0° Celsius = 32° Fahrenheit Temperature in d[...]

24G SERIES FLATBOTTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: I NST A L L A T ION IN STRUCTIONS 3-1 3.1 Installing the Fr y er A. Initia l Installation : If installed with le gs, do not push against the fry er’s side to adjust its position. Use a pallet or lift jack to lift the fryer slightly and place it wher e it is to be installed. B. Relocating the Fr yer : If[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-2 3.2 Leg and Caster Installation (cont.) B. Leg and Rigid Caster Installation 1. Remove unit from pallet. 2. Carefully r aise the unit with a forklif t, pallet jack, or othe r steady means. Ensure the weight is evenly distributed to avoid damaging the channel assemblies. 3[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-3 3.3 Leveling the Fry er (cont.) Rigid Casters (Only) 1. Install the rigid caste rs on the fryer rear channel only. Leg s must be installe d on the front channel. 2. There are no lev el adjustment s for the rigid caste rs. B. If the floor is uneven or has a decid ed slope,[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-4 3.3 Leveling the Fry er (cont.) NOTE: Th e installati on must be inspected af ter it is complete to ensu re it meets the in tent of these instru ctions. The on-si te supervisor and /or operator(s) should be informed that the appliance is installed with restraints. If rest[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-5 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) NATIONAL CODE REQUIRE MENTS: NON-CE This equipment is to be installed in complia nce with the Ba sic Plumbing Code of the B uildin g Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc. (BOCA) and the Food Service Sanitation Manual of the U.S.[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-6 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) DA NGER A ll connections must be sealed with a joint compound suitable for the gas being used and all connect ions must be te sted with a solution of soapy w ater before lighting any pilots. Never use mat ches, candles, or any ot her ignition s[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-7 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) DA NGER When pressure-testin g incoming gas supply lines, disconnect the fryer from the gas line if the te st pressure is ½" PSI [14" W.C. (3,45 kP a)] or greater to avoid damage to the fryer’s gas piping and gas valve(s). A. Manif[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-8 3.4 Gas Connections (cont.) E. Flexible Couplings, Connectors and Casters 1. I f the fr y er is to be installed with flex ible couplings and/or quick-disconnect fittings, the installer must use a heavy -dut y c ertified commerc ial flexible conne ctor of at lea st 3/4&quo[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-9 3.5 A djustments/Adaptation To Diff erent Gases WARNING Qualified personnel MUS T MUST MUST MUST perform an y adaptation, modification, or gas conv ersion, if required. Failure to use qualified personnel will v oid the Dean warrant y. 1. Proper operation of app liances re[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-10 3.6 Gas Inputs CE UNITS ONLY: Nominal Heat Inputs (Qn), Gas T ype, Orifice Size, Part Number and Quant ity/Color are listed in the table below: MODEL NOM INAL HE A T INPUT- Q n (kW) GAS T YPE ORIFICE SIZE (MM)† ORIFICE PART NO. O RIFICE QTY/ COLOR 24G Seri es (ALL) 30 [...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-11 3.6 Gas Inputs (cont.) Gas Type Orifice Pa rt Number * Natural Propane 810-2051 810-2317 * Orif ice sizes are lis ted for altitudes of 200 0 feet and less . 2 0 m m Loosen t his s crew to adjust burner dam per for optim um flam e. Natural (G 20/G25) Gas : Maxim um Openi [...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-12 3.7 Gas Conversion Procedures (cont.) CE UNITS ONLY: When converting from G20 to G25 gas, the follow ing procedures appl y : ♦ Equipment replacement is not required. ♦ Adjust orifice ga s pressure to the appropriate va lu e listed in the table on pag e 3 -9 by turnin[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-13 3.7 Gas Conversion Procedures (cont.) NON-CE UNITS ONLY: See gas valve illustration below for refe rence when performin g gas valve conversions. When converting from natural gas to propane (or vice-versa), the following pro cedures appl y: ♦ Burner orifices and pilot o[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 3: INSTA L LATION INSTRUCTIONS 3-14 3.8 Gas Conversion Components Use the following components to convert from n atural gas to propane and vice-ve rsa. See Section 3.6 for orifice quantities required for conv ersion. Natural Gas to Propane Components Propane To Natural Gas Components REF DESCRIPTION REF DE[...]

24G SERIES FLATBOTTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPERATIONS 4-1 4.1 Initial Sta rt-u p WA RNING The on-site supervisor is responsible for ensu ring that operators are made aware of the inherent hazards of op erating a hot oil frying system, particularly t he aspect s of system operation, oil filtration, draining and cleaning procedures. Cleaning :[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPE RATIONS 4-2 4.1.1 Pilot Lighting P rocedures, Standing Pilot WA RNING Do not bang fry basket s or other utensils on the fry er’s joiner strip. The strip is present to seal the joint between the frypot. Banging fry baskets on the strip to dislodge shortening will di stort the strip, adversely[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPE RATIONS 4-3 4.1.1 Pilot Lighting P rocedures, Standing Pilot (cont.) 8. Press the white pilot light button on the gas valve and hold approx imately 45 seconds to 1 minute, until the pilot stay s lit. (If fryer is equipped with a piezo ignitor, press and hold the white pilot light button, then [...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPE RATIONS 4-4 4.1.1 Pilot Lighting P rocedures, Standing Pilot (cont.) 7. Push and hold the knob i n and appl y a lighted match or taper to the pilot burner head. Continue to hold the knob in for a bout 60 seconds after the flame appears on the pilot. Release the knob. The pilot should remain li[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPE RATIONS 4-5 4.2 Boil -Out Procedure NOTE: Consult st ore operational pr ocedur es to ensure that frypot boil-out is an approved pr ocedur e before proceeding. DA NGER Never leave the fry er unat t ended during the b oi l-out process. If the boil-out solution boils over, turn the f ryer off imm[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPE RATIONS 4-6 4.2 Boil -Out Procedure (cont. ) CA UTION Do not leave fryer unattended. The boil-out solution may f oam and overflow . If this happens, turn the Thermatron dial to the lowest setting and the power s wit ch "Off ". Resume boil out when foam di ssipates. 8. Do not allow th[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 4: FRYER OPE RATIONS 4-7 4.3 Final P reparation DA NGER Remove all drops of w ater from the fry pot before fill i ng w ith cooking oil or shortening. Failure to do so w ill cause spattering of hot liquid when the oil or sh ortening is heated to cooking temperature a nd may cause injury to nearby personnel.[...]

24G SERIES FLATBOTTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: CONTROLLE R OPERATION 5-1 5.1 Operating Fryers with Thermatron Controll ers 24G Series Flatbottom gas fryers come equipped with a solid-state Ther matron or electronic thermostat controlle r, and are operated with the following controls: Manual Filter Powe r Sw itch (if equipped with filter system): Conne[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 5: CONTROLLER OPER A TION 5-2 5.1 Operating Fryers with Thermatron Controll ers (cont.) MANUAL FILTER POWER SWITCH ( older systems with built-in filtration ) – Controls power to the filter pump in the event the pr imary s ystem fa ils. Fryer Power Switch should b e in " OFF " position when in u[...]

24G SERIES FLATBOTTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: P REVENTATIVE MAINTEN A NCE 6-1 6.1 General DA NGER Never attempt to clean the fry er during the cooking process or when the fry pot is filled with hot oil or shortening. If water c omes in contact with oil or shortening heated to cooking temperature, it will cause sp attering, which can result in severe [...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: PREVENT ATIVE MAINTENANCE 6-2 6.1.3 Periodic /Annual This app liance should be in spected and adju st ed periodically b y qualified servi ce personnel as part of a re gular kitche n mainte nance progr am. Frymaster/Dean recommen ds that this applia nce be inspected at least annually by a F actory Author[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 6: PREVENT ATIVE MAINTENANCE 6-3 6.1.4 Sta inless Steel Care WARNING DO NOT let water spl ash into the tank of hot oil. It will sp latter and can cause s evere burns. All stainless steel fryer cabinet parts should be wiped re gularl y with hot, soapy water durin g the day, and with a liquid cleanser design[...]

24G SERIES FLATBOTTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESH OOTING 7-1 NOTE: Refer to the wiring diagram affixed inside the fry er cabinet door when troubleshooting electrical components. DA NGER Hot cooking oil/shortening will cause sev ere burns. Never attempt to move this appliance when filled with hot cooking oil/shortening or to transfer hot cook in[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 7-2 7.1 Pilot Burner Malfuncti ons (cont.) PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Pilot burner ignites properly and burns properly, but goes out when the exhaust blower comes on. 1. Pilot f lame m ay be adj usted to o low, even t hough it appears t o be satis factor y . Re-a djust higher as descr ibe[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 7-3 7.2 Mai n Burner Malfunctions (cont.) PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Main burner flames are small and appear l azy; Oil or shortening does not come up to temperature quickly . 1. Auth orized Service A gent Onl y : Check gas pressure at the pressur e tap of the gas co ntrol. Use a stan dar[...]

24G SERIES FLA TBO TTOM GAS FRYERS CHAPTER 7: TROUBLESHOOTING 7-4 7.4 Recommended Spare Parts Commonly replaced parts in older 24G Series Flatbottom gas fryers are: Gas Valve-24V, CE – G20/G25 – 807-2091 Gas Valve-24V, CE – G31– 807-2127 Gas Valve-24V, Non-CE – Natural – 807-3555 Gas Valve-24V, Non-CE – LP/Propane – 807-3690 Gas Val[...]

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