Frymaster SM80 - Manual (Page 18)

DEAN MILLIVOLT GAS FRYERS (CE)
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
3-5
3.4 Gas Connections (cont.)
NATIONAL CODE REQUIREMENTS
This equipment is to be installed in compliance with the Basic Plumbing Code of the Building
Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc. (BOCA) and the Food Service Sanitation
Manual of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
This equipment is manufactured to use the type of gas specified on the rating plate attached to the
door. Connect equipment stamped "NAT" only to natural gas and that stamped "PRO" only to LP
(Propane) gas.
DANGER
Before connecting new pipe to this appliance the pipe must be blown out thoroughly
to remove all foreign material. Foreign material in the burner and gas controls will
cause improper and dangerous operation.
The gas supply (service) line must be the same size or greater than the fryer inlet line. Dean Super
Marathon and Super Runner gas fryers are equipped with 22 mm male ISO 7.1 inlet. The gas supply
line must be sized to accommodate all gas-fired equipment connected to that gas supply. Consult
local gas companies or suppliers, or your local contractor for minimum supply line requirements.
Supply Line Specifications
The gas supply lines must be sized as indicated in the chart below, based on the total number of
fryers connected to the main gas supply.
Recommended Gas Supply Line Sizes
Gas Types Number of Fryers
1 2 to 3 4 or more (*)
Natural Gas 22 mm 28 mm 35 mm
Propane Gas 15 mm 22 mm 28 mm
(*) When exceeding 6 meters for a configuration of more than four fryers, it is necessary to
provide a 33 mm rigid gas connection.
DANGER
All connections must be sealed with a joint compound suitable for the gas being
used and all connections must be tested with a solution of soapy water before
lighting any pilots.
Never use matches, candles, or any other ignition source to check for leaks. If gas
odors are detected, shut off the gas supply to the appliance at the main shut-off
valve and immediately contact the local gas company or an authorized service
agency for service.