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Donut Robot
Mark VI
Operator's Manual
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Technical Supplement
Belshaw Bros., Inc.
814 44th Street NW, Suite 103
Auburn, WA 98001 USA
Tel: (206) 322-5474
Fax: (206) 322-5425
Toll Free (US): 1-800-578-2547
E-mail: service@belshaw.com
www.belshaw.com

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  • Page 1 ® Donut Robot Mark VI Operator’s Manual Technical Supplement Belshaw Bros., Inc. 814 44th Street NW, Suite 103 Auburn, WA 98001 USA Tel: (206) 322-5474 Fax: (206) 322-5425 Toll Free (US): 1-800-578-2547 E-mail: service@belshaw.com www.belshaw.com...
  • Page 2 Donut Robot ® Mark VI Operator’s Manual Belshaw Bros., Inc. 814 44 Street NW, Suite 103 Auburn, WA 98001 USA Phone: + -1-206-322-5474 • Fax: + -1-206-322-5425 E-mail: service@belshaw.com • http://www.belshaw.com...
  • Page 4 If you accept the machine from the shipping company, you are, in effect, saying that the machine is in good condition, and you must pay for the machine. Belshaw cannot pay for shipping damage, because the freight company has accepted the machine from Belshaw in good condition, and is responsible for its safe delivery.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Ratios of Plunger Sizes to Donut Weights Calculating Correct Water Temperature Related Products FT2-DW Feed Table Roto Cooler Icing Finishing Tree and Roto Cooler Filter Flo Siphon Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...
  • Page 7 Preface • Do not overfill the kettle with The Donut Robot Mark VI is designed to automatically cut and fry cake donut products, shortening. If shortening overflows the and to fry yeast-raised donut products. It is not kettle, it could cause serious burns or designed to cut or fry any other products.
  • Page 8 If the shortening is hot, you may suffer serious burns. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...

  • Page 10: Operation

    Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...

  • Page 11: Making Cake Donuts

    • Put solid shortening into the kettle, packing it tightly around the elements and bulbs. WARNING Air spaces can cause the shortening to overheat and catch on fire. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...
  • Page 12 • Melt some shortening in a pan on the bowl. stove and carefully pour it into the kettle. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...
  • Page 13 WARNING To avoid injury, never put your hand in or under the hopper while the machine is on. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...

  • Page 14: Cleaning

    Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...

  • Page 15: As Needed

    Obtain two pieces of wood, at least 1” x 1” x 15” (2.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 38 cm). b. Lift off the swing connecting rod. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...
  • Page 16 Dry these parts thoroughly. warm water. WARNING Dry all parts thoroughly. Moisture causes hot shortening to spatter, which may cause serious injury. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...
  • Page 17 Place a large metal bucket underneath turner assembly back on the conveyor the drain valve. assembly. b. Attach a filter to the bucket. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...

  • Page 18: Monthly

    Continue draining into another bucket. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...
  • Page 19 Allow the water to cool to 100°F/38°C. Assemble the Donut Robot as before and close the drain valve. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    • Do not force the machine if it becomes jammed. To avoid damaging the plunger, disassemble the machine and remove any obstructions. Figure 3-1. Lubricating the Connecting Rod Assembly. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...

  • Page 22: Donut-Making Helps

    The donuts may also become dense inside. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...

  • Page 23: Temperature Conversion

    83°F 28.4°C ↓ ↓ Figure from above 36.8 Temperature increase during mixing (average: 30°F [17°C]) Desired water temperature for yeast-raised donuts 68°F 19.8°C Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...

  • Page 24: Related Products

    This has been determined while the machine has been running, using a Bruel & Kjaer Sound level meter, type 2236. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...

  • Page 25: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Remove the proofing board. When the Feed Table is on, the Feed Table automatically advances donuts when the Donut Robot is ready to accept them. After Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...

  • Page 26: Roto Cooler

    The Roto Cooler is meant to be used on a flat, stationary table or countertop. The operator is expected to read and follow these instructions. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...

  • Page 27: Icing Finishing Tree And Roto Cooler

    Decorate the donuts with the toppings in the trays. When you are finished using the Roto Cooler and the Icing Finishing Tree, turn off the Roto Cooler and unplug it. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...
  • Page 28 Roto Cooler. Clean the trays of the Roto Cooler and the Icing Finishing Tree using soap and water and a non-abrasive cloth or scrubber. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...

  • Page 29: Filter Flo Siphon

    Position the opening of the siphon tube near filter the bottom of the kettle. Tighten the thumb screw in the mounting bracket. Figure 5-4. Filter Flo Siphon. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...
  • Page 30 Tighten the thumb screw. i. Restart the siphon, as explained in step 1. j. Continue watching the container and repeat the above procedure as needed. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI OM MN-1032EN...
  • Page 31 Drain the remaining shortening and discard it; it will be full of sediment. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI OM...
  • Page 32 Donut Robot ® Mark VI Technical Supplement Belshaw Bros., Inc. 814 44 Street NW, Suite 103 Auburn, WA 98001 USA Phone: + -1-206-322-5474 • Fax: + -1-206-322-5425 E-mail: service@belshaw.com • http://www.belshaw.com...
  • Page 34 If you accept the machine from the shipping To unpack the Donut Robot Mark VI and ® company, you are, in effect, saying that the transport it to the work station: machine is in good condition, and you must Remove the foam and other packing pay for the machine.
  • Page 36 Checking the Thermostat Taking Care of the Plunger, Hopper, and Cylinder Feed Table FT2DW Troubleshooting Mark VI FT2-DW Feed Table Electrical Components Continuity Testing Appendix Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 37 While we have made every effort to inform you of how to behave safely, Belshaw denies any liability for the use of the information contained herein. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1033EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...

  • Page 38: Installation

    Table (optional) splash guard fryer conveyor EZ Melt, model EZ6 (optional) Figure 1-1. Donut Robot Mark VI, Set up for Producing Yeast-Raised Donuts. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...

  • Page 39: Unpacking The Fryer

    Figure 1-2. Donut Robot Mark VI, Set up for Producing Cake Donuts. Coil the power cord and carry the heater Unpacking the Fryer head to the work station. To unpack the Donut Robot Mark VI and ®...

  • Page 40: Assembling The Fryer

    Lower the heater head assembly into position so the thermostat bulb bracket rests on or very near the bottom of the kettle. Figure 1-4. Installing the Conveyor. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 41 The power switch hole in the throw arm. See Figure 1-6. for the conveyor drive is on the heater head. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1033EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...

  • Page 42: Assembling The Cutter

    Secure the hopper with the thumb nuts. See Figure 1-8. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Hopper

    Then turn b. Loosen the set screw in the lower set off the conveyor. collar on the swing column. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1033EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...

  • Page 44: Leveling And Securing The Fryer

    To prevent tripping, coil the power cord. Move the heater head to the new work station. 10. Remove the bolts that secure the fryer to the work surface. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 45 Move and install the cutter head. 16. Move and install the hopper and the plunger. 17. Level and secure the fryer. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1033EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...

  • Page 46: Ft2-Dw Feed Table

    Bruel & Kjaer Sound level meter, type 2236. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 47 Lift the outfeed end of the Feed Table and set the brace under the trip shelf over the edge of the kettle. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    The oil should penetrate the ball lock and the spring socket. See Figure 2-1. Figure 2-2. Lubricating the Drive Gears. Figure 2-1. Lubricating the Connecting Rod Assembly. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...

  • Page 49: Checking The Thermostat

    If you ever want to test the continuity of the thermostat or any of the switches on your Donut Robot, refer to Section 5, “Electrical Components.” Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...

  • Page 50: Taking Care Of The Plunger, Hopper, And Cylinder

    Feed Table. Each chain should have the same tension. Tighten the hex head bolts that hold the roller shaft. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    To avoid down time, call us to see whether we have a machine we can loan to you while your machine is being serviced. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...
  • Page 52 The tip of the cylinder is nicked. Replace the hopper. The size-selection dial is not tightened. Tighten the thumb nut. The dough is overmixed. Review the mixing procedure. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 53 There is not enough lubrication between the Lubricate the upper and lower legs of the bracket swing column and the swing column mounting with SAE 30-weight machine oil. bracket. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...
  • Page 54 Clear away the cause of the interference. dog in the cutter head. The brake spring in the cutter head is weak or Replace the spring. broken. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 55 To avoid injury, turn off the machine. Adjust the hopper swing. See “Adjusting the Hopper” in Section 1, “Installation,” of the operator’s manual. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...
  • Page 56 Align the motor shaft with the conveyor shaft. When they are aligned, tighten the mounting spacers. Replace the cover. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 57 Bend the arm back into position or replace the microswitch. The wires on the cutter head microswitch are Make the correct connections. reversed. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...
  • Page 58 Also, make sure that the pins are securely seated in the pin housing. The cuts-per-pocket switch is defective. Replace the cuts-per-pocket switch. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 59 The contactor for the transistor is defective. Replace the contactor. The connections to the contactor are bad. Rewire the connections to the contactor. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...
  • Page 60 The conveyor is jammed. Clear the obstruction. The couplings are not engaged. Engage the couplings. The conveyor drive coupling is slipping. Tighten the two set screws. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...

  • Page 61: Ft2-Dw Feed Table

    Feed Table. WARNING To avoid being burned, electrocuted, or otherwise injured, unplug the machine and allow it to cool before disassembling, repairing, or wiring. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...
  • Page 62 The fuse on the Feed Table is blown. Replace the fuse. The fuse for the Donut Robot’s conveyor is Replace the fuse. blown. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 63 The cam in the power head is loose. WARNING To avoid electric shock or other injury, before doing the following, unplug the machine. Tighten the cam set screw. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...
  • Page 64 The brake is defective. Repair or replace the brake. The cam in the power head is loose. Tighten the cam set screw. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...

  • Page 65: Electrical Components

    The section also contains a document by the Robertshaw Controls Company, the maker of the thermostat we use in the Donut Robot Mark VI. It explains how to check, adjust, and recalibrate the thermostat. Continuity Testing...
  • Page 66 B terminals. “B” terminals battery − “A” terminals Figure 4-3. Thermostat Terminals. Figure 4-2. Microswitch Continuity Test. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...
  • Page 67 If the indicator or light will not go off at any setting or recalibration, then the thermostat is defective. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 MN-1032EN Donut Robot Mark VI TS...

  • Page 68: Appendix

    Appendix See Parts List Drawing Insert Page. Belshaw Bros., Inc. • www.belshaw.com • Phone 206-322-5474 • Fax 206-322-5425 Donut Robot Mark VI TS MN-1033EN...

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