INSTALLATION GUIDE - (FASTRON.)® MERIDIAN CONTROLLER UPGRADE KIT - Dean Fryer - Upgrade Kit for DEAN SR142G Gas Fryers

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Installation guide for upgrading Dean SR142G gas fryers with a (FASTRON.)® Meridian controller upgrade kit, specifically covering Dean Fryer model Dean Fryer upgrade procedures. Provides kit parts and required tools, required pre-start notices, controller operating environment temperature limits, and daily cleaning cautions. Includes safety and radio-frequency interference warnings. Steps detail removing fryer covers, heat shields, burners, thermostat, and existing probes, then installing the new probe and routing wiring through bottom openings for the Meridian MEC-110 controller.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

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Pages8

Reading Time20 min

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Installing a Meridian Controller on Dean Fryers

Notices

Controller Operating Environment

Cleaning the Controller

Parts in Kit and Tools Included

Installing a (FASTRON.)® Retro-Fit Meridian Controller on a Dean Fryer

Step 1: Introduction

Step 2: Remove Thermostat

Step 3: Removing the Probe

Step 4: Installing the New Probe

INSTALLATION GUIDE ® (FASTRON. )® MERIDIAN CONTROLLER UPGRADE KIT Dean Fryer Upgrade Kit for DEAN SR142G Gas Fryers Save the instructions for future reference. [www.KitchenBrains.com](www.KitchenBrains.com) 24/7 Toll-Free Technical Support 1-800-243-9271 (from the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean) This document contains confidential information. The dissemination, publication, copying, or duplication of this document or the software described herein without prior written authorization is strictly prohibited. Kitchen Brains © [2017 | www.KitchenBrains.com | 229-60138 A](2017 | www.KitchenBrains.com | 229-60138 A) Page 1 of 8 Installing a Meridian Controller on Dean Fryers NOTICES Before you start, please read entire manual. Kitchen Brains is not liable for any use of product not in accordance with Kitchen Brains installation and operation instructions. Before using this equipment, or for any questions on the operations of the appliance, consult and follow all instructions and safety warnings found in the appliance operator’s manual supplied from the manufacturer of the appliance. CONTROLLER OPERATING ENVIRONMENT The solid state components in this controller are designed to operate reliably in a temperature range up to 158°F/70°C. Before installing this controller, it should be verified that the ambient temperature at the mounting location does not exceed 158°F/70°C. CLEANING THE CONTROLLER Using a clean damp cloth, wipe down your controller daily using a commercial quality foodservice-approved detergent. NEVER use chemical or abrasive cleaners on your controller. The controller’s overlay maybe damaged. NOTE Read all of these instructions carefully before using your (FASTRON.)® Meridian MEC-110 . If any problems occur, or if you have any questions about the instructions, contact Kitchen Brains toll-free at 1-800-243-9271. WARNING This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures maybe required to correct the interference. This document contains confidential information. The dissemination, publication, copying, or duplication of this document or the software described herein without prior written authorization is strictly prohibited. Installing a Meridian Controller on Dean Fryers PARTS IN KIT: • Header • Heat shield • Power harness • Probe • Two Blue male fastons • Two 10-32 nuts • Two 10-32 screws • One 6-32 nut TOOLS INCLUDED: • Side cutters • Wire stripper • Faston terminal crimp tool • Flat blade screwdriver • Philips screwdriver • 1/4in nut driver • 5/16in nut driver • Channel-locks • Drill for \#10 screw • 1/2in, 9/16, 5/16, 3/8, and 14mm wrenches INSTALLING A (FASTRON.)® RETRO-FIT MERIDIAN CONTROLLER ON A DEAN FRYER STEP 1 : Introduction Remove front cover, remove heat shield, and remove two left burners • Removing front cover requires the removal of four screws located at each corner of the panel (Phillips head screw driver required) • Burner removal-loosen upper two bolts-lift upward, tilt forward then lift outward from bottom then pull out yield plates • There are two heat shield plates: 1. First heat shield plate-remove four screws at each corner (Phillips head screwdriver 5/16 Nut driver required) 2. Second heat shield plate-remove two screws-one at each side (Phillips head screwdriver 5/16 Nut driver required) Step 2: Remove Thermostat Remove thermo

FAQs

What temperature range is the Meridian controller designed to operate within during installation?

The controller’s solid state components are designed to operate reliably up to 158°F/70°C. Verify the ambient temperature at the mounting location does not exceed this limit.

What safety and compliance warnings apply to the equipment?

The equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy, and may cause interference if not installed and used per the instruction manual. It has been tested to comply with Class A computing device limits under FCC Rules Part 15, and residential use may require corrective measures at the user’s expense.

What is the daily cleaning guidance for the Meridian controller?

Wipe the controller daily with a clean damp cloth using a commercial quality foodservice-approved detergent. Never use chemical or abrasive cleaners, as the controller’s overlay may be damaged.

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