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MN-39092
REV.02
11/17
EN
alto-shaam.com
Vector™ Multi-Cook Oven
Structured Air Technology™
Operator's Manual
VMC-H2
VMC-H3
VMC-H4
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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Vector™ Multi-Cook Oven VMC-H2 VMC-H2H VMC-H3 VMC-H3H VMC-H4 VMC-H4H Structured Air Technology™ MN-39092 REV.02 11/17 alto-shaam.com...

  • Page 2: Manufacturer's Information

    © Copyright 11/17 by Alto-Shaam, Inc. All rights reserved. This manual or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of Alto-Shaam, Inc. Trademarks All trademarks referenced in this documentation are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Foreword

    OREWORD Enjoy your Alto-Shaam Vector Oven! Structured Air The Alto-Shaam Vector Oven features Structured Air Technology, giving you two, Technology™ three or four ovens in one. It gives you the flexibility to simultaneously cook a variety of menu items with no flavor transfer. It provides the ability to control temperature, fan speed, and time in each individual oven chamber.
  • Page 4 OREWORD Ve ctor™ H Series Oper ator ’s Manu al MN-39 092 R e v 0 2 11 /17...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Foreword Enjoy your Alto-Shaam Vector Oven! ....3 Extend Your Manufacturer’s Warranty ....3 Alto-Shaam 24/7 Emergency Repair Service .
  • Page 6 ABLE OF ONTENTS How to Adjust the Oven Light Duration ....66 How to View the Oven Logs ......67 Maintenance How to Clean the Oven.

  • Page 7: Safety

    AFETY The Meaning of Signal Words Technical content produced by Alto-Shaam contains signal words where needed. These signal words must be obeyed to reduce the risk of death, personal injury, or equipment damage. The meaning of these signal words is explained below.

  • Page 8: Appliance Description And Intended Use

    AFETY Appliance Description and Intended Use Structured Air Alto-Shaam Vector’s Structured Air Technology system allows for multiple, Technology™ unique cooking chambers within the same oven. Air is delivered by a blower located in the rear of each cooking chamber. Air travels vertically through the jet plates into each chamber.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    AFETY Safety Precautions Before you begin Read and understand all instructions in this manual. Electrical precautions Obey these precautions while using the appliance: Connect the appliance to a properly grounded outlet. Do not use the appliance if it is not properly grounded. Consult an electrician if there is any doubt that the outlet used is properly grounded.
  • Page 10 Alto-Shaam of all liability. To prevent serious injury, death or property damage, have the appliance inspected and serviced at least every twelve (12) months by an authorized service partner or trained technician.
  • Page 11 AFETY Personal Protective Wear the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while cleaning the Equipment (PPE) appliance. Protective gloves Protective clothing Eye protection Face protection Vecto r™ H Ser i es O p e r a t o r ’ s Man u a l MN-39092 Re v 0 2 11/1 7...
  • Page 12 AFETY Ve ctor™ H Series Oper ator ’s Manu al MN-39 092 R e v 0 2 11 /17...

  • Page 13: Labels

    ABELS Label Locations jklmn VMC-PHD-002851 Vecto r™ H Ser i es O p e r a t o r ’ s M a n u a l MN-39092 R ev 0 2 11/17...
  • Page 14 ABELS WARNING WARNING/ADVERTENCIA/AVERTISSEMENT Electric shock hazard Electric Shock Hazard To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove or open cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove Refer servicing to qualified personnel. Qualified personnel: Disconnect power before servicing.
  • Page 15 ABELS Every Alto-Shaam product is precision calibrated prior to release from the factory to ensure accurate temperature control. Every Alto-Shaam product is precision calibrated prior to release from the factory to ensure accurate temperature control. CALIBRATION TECHNICIAN______________ LA-26378 WARNING Hot surface Made in U.S.A.
  • Page 16 ABELS Check fans Check fans Compruebe los ventiladores Vérifiez les ventilateurs LA-39033 LA-39280 Line 1 supply terminal LA-36443-L1 Line 2 supply terminal LA-36443-L2 Line 3 supply terminal LA-36443-L3 Neutral LA-36443-N Ground terminal LA-36443-G Equipotential terminal LA-36443-E Ve ctor™ H Series Oper ator ’s Manu al MN-39 092 R e v 0 2...

  • Page 17: Installation

    NSTALLATION Dimension Drawings Vecto r™ H Ser i es O p e r a t o r ’ s M a n u a l MN-39092 R ev 0 2 11/17...

  • Page 18: How To Receive The Appliance

    Alto-Shaam policy It is the policy of Alto-Shaam to assist customers in collecting claims that have been properly filed and actively pursued. Alto-Shaam cannot, however, file damage claims, assume the responsibilities for damage claims, or accept deductions in payment for damage claims.

  • Page 19: How To Unpack The Oven

    Examine the appliance for damage. If the appliance has been damaged, do not use the appliance until it has been inspected by an authorized service provider. Contact your carrier or Alto-Shaam customer service. Remove the shrink wrap. the plastic straps.

  • Page 20: How To Install The Oven (60 Hz Cord And Plug Models)

    NSTALLATION How to Install the Oven (60 Hz Cord and Plug Models) Before you begin Make sure you have: An appropriate lifting device, and enough personnel, to safely move and position the weight of the oven. VMC-H2/H2H: 212 lb (96 kg) VMC-H3/H3H: 276 lb (125 kg) VMC-H4/H4H: 346 lb (157 kg) Requirements...
  • Page 21 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Position the oven To position the oven, do the following. Step Action Make sure that: The location where the oven is being installed is rated to support the weight of the oven, The oven is within five feet of the appropriate electrical outlet, You follow the oven clearance guidelines.
  • Page 22 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Connect power To connect electric power to the oven, do the following. the main disconnect switch to the OFF position. Remove the screws that hold the filters. VMC-TS-001426 Connect the plug to the electrical outlet. NEMA 6-50P NEMA 15-50P NEMA 6-30P...

  • Page 23: How To Install The Oven (60 Hz Models Without Cords Or Plugs)

    NSTALLATION How to Install the Oven (60 Hz Models Without Cords or Plugs) Before you begin Make sure you have: Appropriate cord and plug. See local codes and regulations. Screwdriver (Phillips #2) Nut driver (1/4-inch) An appropriate lifting device, and enough personnel, to safely move and position the weight of the oven.
  • Page 24 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Position the oven To position the oven, do the following. Step Action Make sure that: The location where the oven is being installed is rated to support the weight of the oven, The oven is within five feet of the appropriate electrical outlet, You follow the oven clearance guidelines.
  • Page 25 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Connect the wiring To connect the wiring, do the following. Remove the top cover WARNING: Electric shock hazard. Make sure the supply cord is not connected to a power supply. VMC-TS-001811 Remove the bottom 3 screws from the mounting bracket.
  • Page 26 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Install the lock nut onto the cord grip. Connect the supply cord to the appropriate terminals (L1, L2, L3, etc.) in accordance with local codes and regulations. VMC-H2 VMC-H2H VMC-H3 VMC-H3H VMC-TS-001821 VMC-H4 VMC-H4H VMC-TS-001825 Continued on next page Ve ctor™...
  • Page 27 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Install the ground wire Adjust the cord length. Tighten the cord grip sealing nut onto the supply cord. VMC-TS-001829 Re-install the main disconnect switch. Re-install the mounting bracket. Re-install the top cover. Result The oven is now installed. Vecto r™...

  • Page 28: How To Install The Oven (50 Hz Models Without Cords Or Plugs)

    NSTALLATION How to Install the Oven (50 Hz Models Without Cords or Plugs) Before you begin Make sure you have: Appropriate cord and plug, minimum oil resistant HO7RN-F. See local codes and regulations. Screwdriver (Phillips #2) Nut driver (1/4-inch) An appropriate lifting device, and enough personnel, to safely move and position the weight of the oven.
  • Page 29 NSTALLATION Wire sizes 60335-1 IEC:2010 Rated current of appliance Nominal cross-sectional area >0.2 – 3 >3 – 0 0.75 >6 – 10 >10 – 16 >16 – 25 >25 – 32 >32 – 40 >40 – 63 Position the oven To position the oven, do the following.
  • Page 30 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Level the oven To level the oven, do the following. Check the level of the oven using a spirit (bubble) level. Check front to back and side to side. VMC-DIM-002805 Adjust the legs, if necessary, to achieve levelness. The oven is now level.
  • Page 31 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Remove the bottom 3 screws from the mounting bracket. Remove the main disconnect switch from the mounting bracket. VMC-TS-002878 Install the cord through the cord grip Install the cord and cord grip into the oven. VMC-TS-002786 Install the lock nut onto the cord grip.
  • Page 32 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Install the ground wire Leave an extra loop so that current-carrying conductors become taut before the ground wire if the cord is accidentally pulled. Follow applicable regulations. Tighten the cord grip sealing nut onto the supply cord. VMC-TS-002875 VMC-TS-002926 NOTE:...

  • Page 33: How To Install The Oven On A Stand

    NSTALLATION How to Install the Oven on a Stand Before you begin Make sure you have: The appropriate stand for your oven Regulation UL 197, 91.8 An appropriate lifting device, and enough personnel, to safely move and position the weight of the oven. VMC-H2/H2H: 212 lb (96 kg) VMC-H3/H3H: 276 lb (125 kg) VMC-H4/H4H: 346 lb (157 kg)
  • Page 34 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Special requirements Install the tether to the lower oven when installing a stacked set of ovens. The tether must be connected to the building’s structure and in such a for ovens on casters manner that limits the movement of the appliance so no stress is transmitted to the electrical conduit.

  • Page 35: Operation

    PERATION How to Turn On and Turn Off the Oven Before you begin The oven must be connected to electric power. Turning on the oven To turn on the oven, do the following. Step Action the main disconnect switch to the ON position. Press the ON/OFF button .
  • Page 36 PERATION Continued from previous page Turning off the oven To turn off the oven, do the following. Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the LED above the ON/OFF button illuminates red. The oven activates the blowers for the cool down process. The screen displays a cool down prompt and asks for the door to be opened.

  • Page 37: How To Set Preheat Temperatures

    PERATION How to Set Preheat Temperatures Before you begin The oven must be turned on (screen is on). Factory preset preheat temperature for each chamber is 350°F. Procedure To set the preheat temperatures, do the following. Step Action Touch the gear icon .
  • Page 38 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch the chamber . The existing temperature displays. Enter the cooking temperature using the number pad. Touch the green check mark. Set Preheat Temperatures Enter Temperature (°F) 450° Select chamber to set its preheat temperature Chamber 1 450°F Chamber 2...

  • Page 39: How To Preheat The Oven

    PERATION How to Preheat the Oven Before you begin The oven must be connected to electric power. The oven chambers should be empty. All chambers To preheat all chambers simultaneously, do the following. simultaneously Step Action Touch the Preheat icon .
  • Page 40 PERATION Continued from previous page Screen loading bars On the left side of the screen, red screen loading bars indicate each chamber’s progress towards reaching its set temperature. WAIT... Preheating PREHEATING PREHEATING 400°F WAIT... Set Temp PREHEATING PREHEATING WAIT... 350°F PREHEATING PREHEATING Actual Temp...

  • Page 41: How To Cook In Manual Mode

    PERATION How to Cook in Manual Mode Before you begin Be sure the oven is warmed up. Refer to topic How to Preheat the Oven. The Manual function must be enabled. See topic How to Enable Manual Mode, Linking, and Set Temp Function. Be sure your food is prepared and ready to cook.
  • Page 42 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch Air Speed Enter the air flow in percentage 10%–100% using the number pad. Touch the green check mark. NOTE: The Air Speed icon will flash until a value is entered. You must enter values for time, temperature, and air speed.

  • Page 43: How To Use The Dual Timers

    PERATION How to Use the Dual Timers Before you begin Refer to topic How to Cook in Manual Mode Background There may be times when you will want to use the same chamber to cook two pans of food at the same time, but at different intervals. The dual timer function allows you to do so.
  • Page 44 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch the temperature setting Enter the cooking temperature using the number pad. Touch the green check mark. Enter Temperature (°F) READY 15:00 350°F Manual 00:00 READY 350°F Manual 350°F READY 300°F Manual READY Manual Program VMC-TS-002823 NOTE: If entering a cooking temperature that differs...
  • Page 45 PERATION Continued from previous page Open the door and load pan 2 when it is ready. Close the door. Touch the green start icon . The timer for pan 2 will start counting. Pressing the X icon stops the timer. The timer resets to 0. 9:15 DONE 9:15...

  • Page 46: How To Cook With Programmed Recipes

    PERATION How to Cook with Programmed Recipes Before you begin Be sure the oven is preheated Be sure your food is prepared and ready to cook Procedure To cook using a programed recipe, do the following. Step Action Select the chamber .
  • Page 47 PERATION Continued from previous page During the cooking The screen indicates the time remaining. process Cooking 8:08 Biscuits Biscuits READY Stage Time Temp 350°F Program READY READY READY READY 300°F Program READY 225°F Program VMC-TS-001391 The menu area displays details on the current cook setting. Touching the cancel icon stops the cooking process.

  • Page 48: How To Cook With Linked Chambers

    PERATION How to Cook with Linked Chambers Before you begin The selected chambers must be warmed up to the temperature of the recipe. Refer to topic How to Preheat the Oven. The Link function must be enabled. See topic How to Enable Manual Mode, Linking, and Set Temp Function.
  • Page 49 PERATION Continued from previous page Cooking with linked To cook with linked chambers, do the following. chambers Navigate to the recipe using the arrow icons Ready to Cook READY 350°F Program Link Set Temp Bacon READY French to 350°F Program Fried eggs READY Biscuits...

  • Page 50: How To Create And Edit Recipes

    PERATION How to Create and Edit Recipes Before you begin You will need to know the pass code. The pass code set at the factory is 12345. Procedure To create or edit a recipe, do the following. Step Action Touch the gear icon .
  • Page 51 PERATION Continued from previous page Touching the new recipe icon or touching an existing recipe allows access to the following: Recipe name Temperature for each stage Time for each stage Air speed for each stage Number of stages (By default, stages 2 and 3 have a length of zero.) Edit Recipe Touch a stage to edit its settings Biscuits...

  • Page 52: How To Create And Edit Recipe Folders

    PERATION How to Create and Edit Recipe Folders Before you begin You will need to know the pass code. The pass code set at the factory is 12345. Procedure To create or edit a recipe folder, do the following. Step Action Touch the gear icon...
  • Page 53 PERATION Continued from previous page Create a new folder or edit an existing folder. Touch the recipes you want to add to the folder. Edit Folder Edit Folder New Folder Edit Folder Touch a recipe to add or remove from folder Touch a recipe to add or remove from folder Touch here to create folder name Name:...

  • Page 54: How To Load Recipes From A Usb Drive

    PERATION How to Load Recipes from a USB Drive Before you begin You will need a USB drive loaded with recipes. You will need to know the pass code. The pass code set at the factory is 12345. Procedure To load recipes from the USB drive, do the following. Step Action Touch...
  • Page 55 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch Load Recipes . The Enter Pass Code screen displays. Enter the pass code 12345 Touch the green check mark USB Functions Enter Pass Code 1 2 3 4 5 # Load Update CB Update IB Config Ver X.X H4-XX.XX...

  • Page 56: How To Save Recipes To A Usb Drive

    PERATION How to Save Recipes to a USB Drive Before you begin You will need a USB drive. You will need to know the pass code. The pass code set at the factory is 12345. Procedure To download recipes from the oven to a USB drive, do the following. Step Action Touch...
  • Page 57 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch Save Recipes . The Enter Pass Code screen displays. Enter the pass code 12345 Touch the green check mark USB Functions Enter Pass Code Enter Pass Co 1 2 3 4 5 # Load Update CB Update IB Config...

  • Page 58: How To Turn On And Turn Off The Chambers

    PERATION How to Turn On and Turn Off the Chambers Before you begin The oven must be connected to electric power. Turning off a To turn off a chamber, do the following. chamber Step Action Touch and hold the chamber icon .

  • Page 59: How To Enable Manual Mode, Linking, And Set Temp Function

    PERATION How to Enable Manual Mode, Linking, and Set Temp Function Before you begin The oven must be turned on (screen is on). Procedure To enable the Set Temp, Linking, or Manual mode, do the following. Step Action Touch the gear icon .
  • Page 60 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch the function you want to enable: Set Temp, Link, or Manual icon The Enter Pass Code screen displays. Enter the pass code 12345 . The selected function will now be enabled. Repeat the process to disable the function. User Configuration Enter Pass Code 1 2 3 4 5 #...

  • Page 61: How To Change The Time And Date Settings

    PERATION How to Change the Time and Date Settings Procedure To change the time and date settings, do the following. Step Action Touch the gear icon . The User Configuration screen displays. User Configuration Ready to Cook READY 450°F Program Preheat Bacon READY...

  • Page 62: How To Change The Sound Settings

    PERATION How to Change the Sound Settings Procedure To change the sound settings, do the following. Step Action Touch the gear icon . The User Configuration screen displays. User Configuration Ready to Cook READY 450°F Program Preheat Bacon READY French toast Service Sounds Time...

  • Page 63: How To Change The Temperature Scale

    PERATION How to Change the Temperature Scale Procedure To change the temperature scale from °F to °C and vice versa, do the following. Step Action Touch the gear icon . The User Configuration screen displays. User Configuration Ready to Cook READY 450°F Program Preheat...

  • Page 64: How To Set The Cleaning Timer

    PERATION How to Set the Cleaning Timer Before you begin To help you remember when to clean the oven, the number of hours until the next cleaning may be programmed into the controller. Procedure To set the cleaning timer, do the following. Step Action Touch...
  • Page 65 PERATION Continued from previous page Enter the operating hours until the oven needs to be cleaned. Touch the green check mark Enter Hours Between Cleanings Enter Hours Between Cleanings VMC-TS-001697 Touch the up arrow then the back arrow to return to the home screen. User Configuration User Configuration °F...

  • Page 66: How To Adjust The Oven Light Duration

    PERATION How to Adjust the Oven Light Duration Before you begin The oven must be turned on (screen is on). Procedure To adjust the oven light duration, do the following. Step Action Touch and hold the oven light icon . The Enter Pass Code screen displays. Enter the pass code 12345 Touch...

  • Page 67: How To View The Oven Logs

    PERATION How to View the Oven Logs Before you begin The oven must be turned on (screen is on). Procedure To view the oven logs, do the following. Step Action Touch the gear icon . The User Configuration screen displays. User Configuration Ready to Cook READY...
  • Page 68 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch the back arrow then the back arrow to return to the User Configuration screen. XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX – 3 GRILLED CHIC XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX – 2 GRILLED CHIC XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX – 1 GRILLED CHIC Press here to see logs details XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX –...

  • Page 69: Maintenance

    AINTENANCE How to Clean the Oven Before you begin WARNING: Electric shock hazard. Set the main disconnect switch to the OFF position to remove electric power from the appliance. CAUTION: Burn hazard. Allow the oven, utensils, and racks to cool before cleaning. CAUTION: Corrosive materials hazard.
  • Page 70 AINTENANCE Continued from previous page Weekly cleaning To clean the oven weekly, do the following. procedure Step Action the main disconnect switch to the OFF position. Make sure the oven is cool—chambers are less than 140°F (60°C). VMC-TS-001426 Spray the exterior areas of the oven with EcoLab Greaselift™ or Chemco Dirt Buster III™...
  • Page 71 AINTENANCE Continued from previous page Monthly cleaning To clean the oven monthly, do the following. procedure Step Action the main disconnect switch to the OFF position. Make sure the oven is cool—chambers are less than 140°F (60°C). Remove the cooking racks and jet plates CAUTION: Personal injury hazard.
  • Page 72 AINTENANCE Continued from previous page Cleaning the filters Remove the filters VMC-TS-001590 Clean the filters in a dishwasher. NOTE: Replace the filters at least once a year. Re-install the filters. the main disconnect switch to the ON position when complete. Result The oven is now clean.

  • Page 73: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING What to do if the Fan Indicator Light Illuminates Procedure If the fan indicator light illuminates, do the following. Step Action Turn off the oven and allow it to cool. Remove the filters VMC-TS-001795 Clean the filters in a dishwasher. Re-install the filters.
  • Page 74 ROUBLESHOOTING Ve ctor™ H Series Oper ator ’s Manu al MN-39 092 R e v 0 2 11 /17...

  • Page 75: Warranty

    ARRANTY Warranty Introduction Alto-Shaam, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser only, that any original part found to be defective in material or workmanship will be replaced with a new or rebuilt part at Alto-Shaam's option, subject to provisions hereinafter stated.
  • Page 76 No person except an officer of Alto-Shaam, Inc. is authorized to modify this warranty or to incur on behalf of Alto-Shaam any other obligation or liability in connection with Alto-Shaam equipment.

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