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DECATHLON SERIES GAS FRYERS
CHAPTER 1: SERVICE PROCEDURES
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1.7.3 Replacing the Temperature Probe; Computer-equipped Fryers
1. Disconnect the fryer from the electrical supply.
2. Drain cooking oil from the frypot. Allow the
frypot to cool completely before proceeding.
3. Remove the fryer door for easier access to
the temperature probe. D models: Lift door up,
disengage rod from lower door bracket, and
remove door. CFD/SCFD/FPD models:
Remove the top bracket and hinge, then
remove door.
4. Disconnect the probe harness connector
(arrow). Use a pin pusher to remove plug from
probe wires (probe side only). Retain the plug
for re-assembly on new probe.
5. a. 1.5” drains: Remove drain extension from
elbow on drain valve. Set aside for
reassembly. Drain extensions will vary in
shape and size according to fryer model.
b. 3” drains:
- Remove the nuts holding the drain valve
straps onto the drain tube studs.
- Disconnect the Teflon tube at the back of
the T-shaped center tube piece.
- Disconnect any other components
attached to the tubes.
- Carefully remove the tubes by pulling
down at an angle, straight out of the drain
valves.
- Set aside for reassembly.
NOTE: Dean fryers may be equipped with either 1.5”
or 3” drains. Follow the instructions appropriate for
the drain type used.
On units with 3” drains, remove the nuts, Teflon tube
(not pictured), clamp, boot, and drain tubes. (Step 5.B)
Disconnect the two-pin probe harness connector
(arrow). On units with 1.5” drains, remove the drain
extension from the elbow on the drain valve.