Buns are placed into the top of the toaster and uniform, golden brown, warm buns are then retrieved at the bot- tom of the toaster. The Model VCT-20 is equipped with an auxiliary heating system which provides additional heat to the buns.
OWNER INFORMATION (continued) Service/Technical Assistance If you experience any problems with the installation or operation of your unit, contact your local Roundup Authorized Service Agency. Fill in the information below and have it handy when calling your authorized service agency for assistance. The serial number is on the specification plate located on the rear of the unit.
VERTICAL CONTACT TOASTER IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Throughout this manual, you will find the following safety words and symbols that signify important safety issues with regards to operating or maintaining the equipment. WARNING GENERAL WARNING. Indicates informa- tion important to the proper operation of the equipment.
- Do not use an extension cord with this appli- ance. Electrical Ratings Model MFG. No. Volts Watts VCT-20 9200560 280-240 3200-4257 VCT-25 9200620 1760 VCT-25 9200622...
P/N 1010729 Rev. C 05/04 VERTICAL CONTACT TOASTER Heat Shield Yellow Support Conveyor Cover Assy. Figure 1. Installing Damper Assy. Hook Bun Chute over rear Heat Shield bottom conveyor cover yellow support rod Yellow Support Rod Conveyor Bun Chute Cover Assy. Figure 2.
VERTICAL CONTACT TOASTER IMPORTANT: Make sure heat shield assy. is activat- ing (depressing) the conveyor interlock switch (see Figure 4). The conveyors will not rotate unless the heat shield is in place and interlock switch is activated (depressed). NOTE: Check the release sheet to make sure it is not caught in the conveyor.
Operating Instructions 1. Set the bun adjustment controls (Figure 6) to the desired settings. NOTE: After initial run of 4-6 buns, adjust controls according to the desired finished product. 2. Turn the rocker switch on (Figure 5). 3. Turn the temperature control to 10. Allow 30 min- utes warm-up time before proceeding.
VERTICAL CONTACT TOASTER WARNING Turn the unit off, disconnect the power source and allow the unit to cool down before performing any service or maintenance on the unit. Maintenance Schedule DAILY 1. Turn off power to the toaster. 2. When the toaster is cool, follow the procedures under Cleaning the Release Sheet.
SERVICING CONVEYOR BELTS After a period of time, the conveyor belt links will wear and the conveyor belt will stretch. This will eventually cause the conveyor to jam as it rotates on the sprock- ets. This is easily remedied by removing one or more conveyor links from each side of the belt.
VERTICAL CONTACT TOASTER 4. Make sure the spacers are placed inside the tensioner arm. The spacers are smaller than the holes to allow the tensioner to pivot freely. Replacing Conveyor Motor and Fan Blade NOTE: A small amount of Loctite (Blue & Red) is required for proper gear motor installation.
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VERTICAL CONTACT TOASTER TROUBLESHOOTING (continued) Problem Platen is hot and conveyor belts do not move. Possible Cause Toaster is installed incor- Perform installation and operating proce- rectly. dures (pages 7-8). Wiring problems. Check all electrical connections for burns, discoloration or arcing. Replace all connec- tions or components with damaged terminals.
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2. Mark the drive motor sprocket and count the turns per minute. Correct drive motor speed is nine (9) turns per minute for VCT-20; three (3) turns per minute for VCT- 25; one (1) turn per minute for VCT-50. Check drive chain for kinks, broken or bent links or other damage.
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2. Mark the drive motor sprocket and count the turns per minute. Correct drive motor speed is nine (9) turns per minute for VCT-20; three (3) turns per minute for VCT-25; one (1) turn per minute for VCT-50. Measure bun thickness and set bun adjustment con- trols correctly (page 9).
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2. Mark the drive motor sprocket and count the turns per minute. Correct drive motor speed is nine (9) turns per minute for VCT-20; three (3) turns per minute for VCT-25; one (1) turn per minute for VCT-50. Check drive chain for kinks, broken or bent links or other damage.
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2. Mark the drive motor sprocket and count the turns per minute. Correct drive motor speed is nine (9) turns per minute for VCT-20; three (3) turns per minute for VCT-25; one (1) turn per minute for VCT-50. Check drive chain for kinks, broken or bent links or other damage.
Equipment manufactured by Roundup Food Equipment Division of A.J. Antunes & Co. has been constructed of the finest materials available and manufactured to high quality standards. These units are warranted to be free from mechanical and electrical defects for a period of one year from date of purchase or 18 months from shipment from factory, whichever occurs first, under normal use and service, and when installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.