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Alto-Shaam Vector VMC-F3E Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 VMC-F3E VMC-F4E Structured Air Technology™ MN-46894-EN For the most current manual, visit alto-shaam.com Die neueste Fassung des Handbuchs finden Sie auf alto-shaam.com REV.01 Pour la dernière version du manuel, visiter alto-shaam.com 7/20 Para obtener el manual más actual, visite alto-shaam.com Ga voor de meest recente handleiding naar alto-shaam.com...

  • Page 2: Manufacturer's Information

    © Copyright 7/20 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 three or Technology™ 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.
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  • 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 Cheflinc.alto-shaam.com is not Available on your Device ..110 Cannot Connect to cheflinc.alto-shaam.com ... . . 111 The Oven is not Displayed on the Dashboard ... . . 112...

  • Page 7: Safety

    AFETY The Meaning of Signal Words This manual 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. DANGER Danger indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.

  • 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 electrical precautions when using the appliance: ▪ If applicable, 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. Original manufacturer’s replacement parts may be substituted; however, these parts must be of equal quality and specifications as those provided by Alto-Shaam.
  • 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 Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’ s Ma n u al M N- 46 8 9 4 Rev 1 7/ 2 0...
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  • Page 13: Labels

    ABELS Label Locations jklm VMC-PHD-010302 Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’ s Ma n u al M N- 46 8 9 4 Rev 1 7/ 2 0 ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪...
  • Page 14 ABELS Made in U.S.A. WARNING Hot surface 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. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove Qualified personnel: Disconnect power before servicing.
  • Page 15 Fire hazard This oven is only for use with factory-supplied legs, casters, or base. LA-39336 Every Alto-Shaam product is precision calibrated prior to release from the factory to ensure accurate temperature control. Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’...
  • Page 16 ABELS 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 Press and release the high limit temperature reset buttons. VMC-H2, VMC-H3, VMC-H4 VMC-F3, VMC-F4 VMC-H2H, VMC-H3H, VMC-H4H —...

  • Page 17: Installation

    NSTALLATION Dimension Drawings Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’ s Ma n u al M N- 46 8 9 4 Rev 1 7/ 2 0 ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪...

  • 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 plastic wrap. the retaining straps.

  • Page 20: Vector Pre-Installation Checklist

    NSTALLATION Vector Pre-Installation Checklist Installation of the oven is to be completed only by an authorized Alto-Shaam service partner. Place this form with the oven’s records. WARNING: Electric shock and arc flash hazard. Use caution when measuring line voltage and line current.
  • Page 21 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Electrical Alto-Shaam oven ratings Breaker: Voltage: Phase: The following fields must be completed by the service technician on site. What is the measured voltage at the site? L1-N: L2-N: L3-N: L1-L2: L2-3: L1-L3: Pass Fail...
  • Page 22 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Other site information Is there a proper ventilation hood installed above where the oven(s) will be installed? Pass Fail (If required) Does the designated location for the oven have a level surface, i.e., no more than 1.5” Pass Fail (38mm) change in elevation from its highest to lowest surface point?
  • Page 23 On-site manager should make the necessary contacts to move forward with these changes as soon as possible. If there are any questions, please contact Alto-Shaam Technical Service Department at 800-558- 8744 ext. 6702. Or, review documentation regarding the equipment www.alto-shaam.com/en/resource-library.

  • Page 24: Installation Checklist

    NSTALLATION Installation Checklist Installation of the oven is to be completed only by an authorized Alto-Shaam service partner. Place this form with the oven’s records. WARNING: Electric shock and arc flash hazard. Use caution when measuring line voltage and line current.
  • Page 25 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Electrical: Record Measure the voltage at the wall outlet. L1 to L2: L1 to L3: L2 to L3: Measure the voltage at the oven’s main disconnect switch. L1 to L2: L1 to L3: L2 to L3: Measure the voltage at the oven’s main terminal block.

  • Page 26: 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: ▪ Screwdriver (Phillips #2) ▪ Nut driver (1/4-inch) ▪ Spirit (bubble) level ▪ An appropriate lifting device, and enough personnel, to safely move and position the weight of the oven.
  • Page 27 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, ▪...
  • Page 28 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Connect the wiring To connect the wiring, do the following. the main disconnect switch to the OFF position. VMC-TS-009509 Remove the side panel WARNING: Electric shock hazard. Disconnect the oven from the power supply before continuing.
  • Page 29 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Remove the knockout plate Remove the necessary knockout from the knockout plate. VMC-TS-003503 Slide the supply cord through the cord grip. Install the supply cord and cord grip into the knockout plate VMC-TS-003506 Re-install the knockout plate. Do not tighten the cord grip sealing nut. Install the supply cord into the oven far enough to reach the ground terminal block.
  • Page 30 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Connect the wires to the appropriate terminals (L1, L2, L3, etc.) of the main disconnect switch in accordance with local codes and regulations. Install the ground wire to the ground terminal. VMC-TS-003512 Re-install the main disconnect switch. Re-install the 4 screws holding the main disconnect switch to the oven.
  • Page 31 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Requirements for Any appliance that is not furnished with a power supply cord must be installed restraining with a restraining device (tether). Adequate means must be provided to limit the movement of this oven without depending on or transmitting stress to the electrical conduit.

  • Page 32: How To Install The Oven (Canada Models Only)

    NSTALLATION How to Install the Oven (Canada Models Only) Before you begin Make sure you have: ▪ Screwdriver (Phillips #2) ▪ Nut driver (1/4-inch) ▪ Spirit (bubble) level ▪ An appropriate lifting device and enough personnel to safely move and position the weight of the oven.
  • Page 33 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, ▪...
  • Page 34 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Connect the wiring To connect the wiring, do the following. the main disconnect switch to the OFF position. VMC-TS-009509 Connect the supply cord to a power source in accordance with local codes and regulations. WARNING: Electric shock hazard.
  • Page 35 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Press reset buttons Press and release the high limit temperature reset buttons Remove the tag VMC-F3, VMC-F4 VMC-TS-010311 Equipotential- bonding terminal  NOTE: The equipotential-bonding terminal is located at the bottom rear of the oven. VMC-TS-009563 Result The oven is now installed.

  • Page 36: How To Install The Oven On A Stand And Stack The Ovens

    NSTALLATION How to Install the Oven on a Stand and Stack the Ovens Before you begin Make sure you have: ▪ The appropriate stand for your oven ▪ NSF grade silicon ▪ An appropriate lifting device nd enough personnel to safely move and position the weight of the oven.
  • Page 37 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Connect the oven to the stand with the supplied bolts CAUTION: Crushing hazard. If the stand has casters, lock the casters to prevent the oven from moving during installation. VMC-TS-010371 The oven is now installed to the stand. Stacking the ovens To stack the ovens, do the following.
  • Page 38 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Remove the top screws from the back panel of the lower oven. VMC-TS-010377 Install the stacking bracket VMC-TS-010380 Result The ovens are now stacked. Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’ s Ma n u al M N- 46 8 9 4 Rev 1 7/ 2 0...

  • Page 39: How To Install The Oven On A Mobile Base

    NSTALLATION How to Install the Oven on a Mobile Base 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-F3E: 489 lb (222 kg) □...
  • Page 40 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Position the mobile base with the opening facing the front of the oven. Install the mobile base and tighten the 4 bolts VMC-TS-010328 Install the casters onto the mobile base.  NOTE: Install the locking casters at the front of the oven.

  • Page 41: How To View And Set Up Network Connections

    NSTALLATION How to View and Set up Network Connections ▪ Before you begin The facility must have WIFI. ▪ The oven will only recognize networks that require a password to connect. ▪ Do not connect to a guest network. Procedure To set up WIFI, do the following.
  • Page 42 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Touch the WIFI icon . The Network Status screen displays. VMC-TS-010553 Touch the Setup Network icon . The Select Connection Type screen displays. VMC-TS-010556 Continued on next page Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’...
  • Page 43 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Touch the “Wifi” icon Kitchen1 Kitchen2 Kitchen3 VMC-TS-010559 The available networks will show on the screen. The color of the network icon indicates the strength of the signal for each network. Green = strong Yellow = medium Red = weak If the network to be used is not displayed, continue with step 6.
  • Page 44 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page If the network is not available, touch the “Add network” icon Kitchen1 Kitchen2 Kitchen3 VMC-TS-010565 Enter the SSID using the keypad. Then, touch the arrow key. Enter the security type. Then, touch the check mark. Enter the password using the keypad.

  • Page 45: How To Set Up An Ethernet Connection

    NSTALLATION How to Set up an Ethernet Connection ▪ Before you begin The facility must have an Ethernet port. Procedure To set up an Ethernet connection, do the following. Step Action Plug the Ethernet cord into the Ethernet port on the oven and the wall outlet. VMC-TS-010841 Touch the menu icon...
  • Page 46 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Touch the settings icon . The general settings screen displays. VMC-TS-009523 Touch the WIFI icon . The Network Status screen displays. VMC-TS-010553 Touch the Setup Network icon . The Select Connection Type screen displays. VMC-TS-010556 Continued on next page Ve ct or F ®...
  • Page 47 NSTALLATION Continued from previous page Touch the “Ethernet” icon VMC-TS-010844 Result The Ethernet connection is now set up. Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’ s Ma n u al M N- 46 8 9 4 Rev 1 7/ 2 0 ▪...
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  • Page 49: 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. Touch the ON/OFF button ...

  • Page 50: How To Set The Preheat Temperatures And Preheat The Oven

    PERATION How to Set the Preheat Temperatures and Preheat the Oven Before you begin Make sure: ▪ The oven is turned on. ▪ The oven door is closed. Procedure To set the preheat temperatures and preheat the oven, do the following. Step Action Touch...
  • Page 51 PERATION Continued from previous page Scroll to the Temperature Settings. Touch the preheat chamber setting . The existing temperature displays. Enter the preheat temperature using the number pad. Touch the check mark. VMC-TS-009526 Touch the check mark to save the preheat temperature settings. Touch the manual cook icon to return to the manual cook screen.
  • Page 52 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch the preheat icon . The preheat all chambers confirmation screen displays. Touch “Preheat” . All chambers start to preheat to their preset temperatures. VMC-TS-009532 Screen loading bars Red loading bars indicate each chamber’s progress towards reaching its set temperature.

  • Page 53: How To Cook With Programmed Recipes

    PERATION How to Cook with Programmed Recipes Before you begin Make sure: ▪ The oven is preheated. ▪ Your food is prepared and ready to cook. Procedure To cook using a programmed recipe, do the following. Step Action Touch the recipes icon .
  • Page 54 PERATION Continued from previous page Select the available chamber(s) Open the door and load the food into the chamber. Close the door. Touch the start icon VMC-TS-009546 During the cooking The cooking status screen displays the details on the current cook setting. process VMC-TS-009549 During the cooking process:...
  • Page 55 PERATION Result At the end of the cooking process, the oven sounds an alert and both the chamber light and door handle light flash. Remove the cooked food.  NOTE: Be sure to remove the cooked food after pressing “Continue”. By pressing “Continue”...

  • Page 56: How To Cook In Manual Mode

    PERATION How to Cook in Manual Mode Before you begin Be sure your food is prepared and ready to cook. Background This procedure consists of: ▪ Setting the preheating stage; ▪ setting the food loading action; ▪ and setting the cooking stage parameters (temperature, time, and fan speed). Procedure To cook in manual mode, do the following.
  • Page 57 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch any available chamber Touch “Add Stage” to add the preheat stage. VMC-TS-010394  NOTE: Touching “Add Stage” adds a cooking stage to the recipe. A stage is a set of cooking parameters: cooking temperature, cooking time, and fan speed. Touching “Add Action”...
  • Page 58 PERATION Continued from previous page Now set the cooking parameters. Touch the cooking temperature . Enter the cooking temperature using the key pad. Touch the cooking time . Enter the cooking time using the key pad. Slide the slider or touch the fan speed. Enter the fan speed using the key pad.
  • Page 59 PERATION Continued from previous page Load the food into the appropriate chamber. Touch the action hand . The cooking stage timer starts to count down. Chamber… Action needed VMC-TS-010406 At the end of the cooking stage, the oven sounds an alert, and the chamber light and door handle light flash.

  • Page 60: How To Combine Chambers

    PERATION How to Combine Chambers Before you begin The chambers should be off (not preheated). Procedure To combine chambers, do the following. Step Action Remove the jet plates that are between the two chambers to be combined. CAUTION: Personal injury hazard. Use hand protection when handling the jet plates.
  • Page 61 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch the combine chambers icon . The combine chambers screen displays. VMC-TS-009841 Touch the Combine chambers 1 & 2 button . The remove jet plate screen displays.  NOTE: Chambers cannot be combined when the oven is preheating or in a cooking process.
  • Page 62 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch “Combine” Touch the check mark . Chamber 1 and chamber 2 are now combined. Repeat the process to uncombine the chambers. VMC-TS-009847 Result The chambers are now combined. Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’...

  • Page 63: How To Cool Down The Oven

    PERATION How to Cool Down the Oven Procedure To cool down the oven, do the following. Step Action Touch the manual cook icon VMC-TS-010412 Touch the cool down icon . The cool down all chambers screen displays. Touch Open “Cool down” the door.
  • Page 64 PERATION Continued from previous page Cooling down Above each chamber on the screen, blue progress bars indicate each chamber’s progress bars progress towards reaching its cool down temperature. VMC-TS-010418 Result The oven is now cooled down. Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’...

  • Page 65: How To Create A Recipe And Category

    PERATION How to Create a Recipe and Category Background Creating a recipe consists of: ▪ Setting the cooking stage(s) parameters (temperature, time, and fan speed); ▪ setting an action step if desired such as adding an ingredient; ▪ naming the recipe; ▪...
  • Page 66 PERATION Continued from previous page Set the cooking parameters. Touch the cooking temperature . Enter the Touch cooking temperature using the key pad. the check mark. Touch the cooking time . Enter the cooking time using the key pad. Touch the check mark.
  • Page 67 PERATION Continued from previous page Enter the recipe name. Touch the forward arrow icon . The recipe description screen displays. VMC-TS-009734 Enter the recipe description. Touch the forward arrow icon . The recipe category screen displays. VMC-TS-009737 Continued on next page Ve ct or F ®...
  • Page 68 PERATION Continued from previous page Creating a new To create a new recipe category, Touch the plus icon . The create a new recipe category category screen displays. Enter the category name. Touch the forward arrow icon. The select cover photo screen displays.
  • Page 69 PERATION Continued from previous page Select additional photos for the recipe, if needed. A check mark displays on any selected photos. Touch the check mark when finished to save the recipe. VMC-TS-009747 Result A new recipe has been created. Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’...

  • Page 70: How To Create A Probe Cook Recipe

    PERATION How to Create a Probe Cook Recipe Background Creating a probe cook recipe consists of: ▪ Setting the probe cooking stage parameters (probe temperature, chamber temperature, and fan speed); ▪ setting an action step if desired such as adding an ingredient; ▪...
  • Page 71 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch the probe icon Set the cooking parameters. Touch the probe temperature . Enter the probe temperature using the key pad. Touch the check mark. Touch the chamber temperature . Enter the cooking time using the key pad.
  • Page 72 PERATION Continued from previous page Enter the recipe name. Touch the forward arrow icon . The recipe description screen displays. VMC-TS-010867 Enter the recipe description. Touch the forward arrow icon . The recipe category screen displays. VMC-TS-010870 Select the recipe category. A check mark displays on the selected recipe category.
  • Page 73 PERATION Continued from previous page Select the cover photo for the recipe. A check mark displays on the selected photo. Touch the check mark . The add photos screen displays. VMC-TS-010876 Select additional photos for the recipe, if needed. A check mark displays on any selected photos.

  • Page 74: How To Modify, Duplicate, Or Delete A Recipe

    PERATION How to Modify, Duplicate, or Delete a Recipe Procedure To modify, duplicate, or delete a recipe, do the following. Step Action Touch the recipes icon . The browse recipes screen displays. VMC-TS-009540 Modifying To modify a recipe, Touch the recipe settings icon of the desired recipe.
  • Page 75 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch “Modify recipe”. The first stage of the recipe displays. There will be a screen for each stage. Scroll to the stage you want to modify. XXXXX VMC-TS-010529 Touch the time or temperature space then modify the value using the key pad.
  • Page 76 PERATION Continued from previous page Step through the remaining screens using the forward arrow icon. When you get to the naming screen, enter a new name using the keypad. XXXXX VMC-TS-010532 Step through the remaining screens using the forward arrow icon. Change the parameters of the recipe as desired.
  • Page 77 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch “Remove recipe” to delete it. Touch “Delete” to confirm that you want to delete the recipe. Delete Recipe? Your recipe will be deleted. Are you sure you would like to proceed? Delete VMC-TS-010537 Result The procedure is now complete.

  • Page 78: 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. Procedure To load recipes from the USB drive to the oven, do the following. Step Action Touch the menu icon .
  • Page 79 PERATION Continued from previous page Plug the USB drive into the port. VMC-TS-010221 Scroll to System Backup & Update. Touch the Upload recipes from USB setting. VMC-TS-010424 Loading the recipes The oven loads the recipe file. When the process is complete, the Recipes Touch uploaded screen displays.

  • Page 80: 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. Procedure To download recipes from the oven to a USB drive, do the following. Step Action Touch the menu icon . The menu screen displays. VMC-TS-009519 Touch the Settings icon...
  • Page 81 PERATION Continued from previous page Plug the USB drive into the port. VMC-TS-010221 Scroll to System Backup & Update. Touch the Download recipes to USB setting. VMC-TS-010433 Loading the recipes The oven downloads the recipes onto the USB drive. When the process is Touch complete, the Recipes uploaded screen displays.

  • Page 82: How To Update Software With A Usb Drive

    PERATION How to Update Software with a USB Drive ▪ Before you begin The chambers should be off (not preheated). ▪ You will need a USB drive with the updated software. ▪ Do not remove the USB drive during the update process. Procedure To update the software, do the following.
  • Page 83 PERATION Continued from previous page Plug the USB drive into the port. VMC-TS-010221 Scroll to System Backup & Update. Touch the Update system software setting. VMC-TS-010442 Touch Control Board (CB) to update the control board. The oven loads the selected software. The oven verifies the file and then updates the CB. NOTICE Do not remove the USB drive during the update process.
  • Page 84 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch the check mark when the update is complete to restart the oven. VMC-TS-010445 Remove the USB drive. Result The software has now been updated. Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’ s Ma n u al M N- 46 8 9 4 Rev 1 7/ 2 0...

  • Page 85: How To Backup Settings To A Usb Drive

    PERATION How to Backup Settings to a USB Drive Before you begin You will need a USB drive. Procedure To backup the settings to a USB drive, do the following. Step Action Touch the menu icon . The menu screen displays. VMC-TS-009519 Touch the Settings icon...
  • Page 86 PERATION Continued from previous page Plug the USB drive into the port. VMC-TS-010221 Scroll to System Backup & Update. Touch the Backup settings to USB setting. VMC-TS-010490 Loading the recipes The oven downloads the settings onto the USB drive. When the process is Touch complete, the Download successful screen displays.

  • Page 87: How To Restore Settings From A Usb Drive

    PERATION How to Restore Settings from a USB Drive Before you begin You will need a USB drive loaded with the settings. Procedure To restore settings from a USB drive, do the following. Step Action Touch the menu icon . The menu screen displays. VMC-TS-009519 Touch the Settings icon...
  • Page 88 PERATION Continued from previous page Plug the USB drive into the port. VMC-TS-010221 Scroll to System Backup & Update. Touch the Restore settings from USB setting. VMC-TS-010499 Loading the recipes The oven restores the settings from the USB drive. When the process is Touch complete, the Settings uploaded screen displays.

  • Page 89: How To Upload Vector Simple Control Recipes From A Usb Drive

    PERATION How to Upload Vector Simple Control Recipes from a USB Drive Before you begin You will need a USB drive. Background This procedure explains how to upload recipes from a Vector Simple Control oven to the Vector Deluxe. Procedure To upload Vector Simple Control recipes from a USB drive, do the following.
  • Page 90 PERATION Continued from previous page Plug the USB drive into the port. VMC-TS-010221 Scroll to System Backup & Update. Touch the Upload simple recipes from USB setting. VMC-TS-010521 Loading the recipes The oven loads the recipe file. When the process is complete, the Recipes Touch uploaded screen displays.

  • Page 91: How To Change The Home Screen

    PERATION How to Change the Home Screen Procedure To change the home screen, do the following. Step Action Touch the menu icon . The menu screen displays. VMC-TS-009519 Touch the Settings icon . The general settings screen displays. VMC-TS-009523 Continued on next page Ve ct or F ®...
  • Page 92 PERATION Continued from previous page Touch the Home Screen setting . The select home screen displays. VMC-TS-010451 Select your desired home screen from the list. Touch the check mark Touch the check mark to save the home screen setting. VMC-TS-010454 Result The home screen has now been changed.

  • Page 93: 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 menu icon . The menu screen displays. VMC-TS-009519 Touch the Settings icon . The general settings screen displays. VMC-TS-009523 Continued on next page Ve ct or F ®...
  • Page 94 PERATION Continued from previous page Scroll to the Temperature Settings. Touch the Temperature Units setting . The select temperature units screen displays. VMC-TS-010460 Select Touch your desired temperature scale. the check mark Touch the check mark to save the temperature scale setting. VMC-TS-010463 Result The temperature scale has now been changed.

  • Page 95: How To Enable The Handle Light

    PERATION How to Enable the Handle Light Procedure To enable the handle light, do the following. Step Action Touch the menu icon . The menu screen displays. VMC-TS-009519 Touch the Settings icon . The general settings screen displays. VMC-TS-009523 Continued on next page Ve ct or F ®...
  • Page 96 PERATION Continued from previous page Scroll to the Handle light setting. Touch the Handle light button Touch the check mark . The handle light is now enabled. Repeat the process to disable the handle light. VMC-TS-010469 Result The handle light is now enabled. Ve ct or F ®...

  • Page 97: How To View Oven Information

    PERATION How to View Oven Information Background This procedure is to be done through the touchscreen on the Deluxe control, not through the ChefLinc™ oven management system. The oven information screen shows the system info, serial number, network status, connection settings, and cleaning timer. Procedure To view oven information, do the following.

  • Page 98: How To Download Haccp Data

    PERATION How to Download HACCP Data Before you begin You will need a USB drive. Background HACCP data provides automated record keeping, set-point validation, recipes used, dates and times. The data is stored until the information is downloaded. Once downloaded, the information is removed from the oven’s memory. Best practice would be to download the information every 30 days to a USB drive.
  • Page 99 PERATION Continued from previous page Plug the USB drive into the port. VMC-TS-010221 Touch the download icon VMC-TS-010512 Loading the data The oven downloads the data onto the USB drive. When the process is complete, the download successful screen displays. Touch the check mark to return to the menu screen.
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  • Page 101: Maintenance

    AINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule ▪ Requirements See topic How to Clean the Oven. ▪ Make sure the oven is cooled down and off—inside of chamber 140°F (60°C) or less. Daily For daily maintenance, do the following. ▪ Remove any spills with disposable paper wipes or a damp cloth. ▪...
  • Page 102 AINTENANCE Continued from previous page ▪ Record the software versions and update if necessary. ▪ Record the amp draw of all elements on the service screen individually. ▪ Record the incoming supply line voltage. ▪ Test each chamber fan for correct operation. ▪...

  • Page 103: How To Clean The Oven

    AINTENANCE How to Clean the Oven Before you begin WARNING: Burn hazard. Wear eye protection and hand protection while cleaning the oven. Do not spray cleaner into the oven while the blowers are running. Allow the oven, racks, and jet plates to cool before cleaning the oven.
  • Page 104 Use hand protection when handling the jet plates. VMC-TS-009513 Separate the jet plates. Spray the cooking racks and jet plates with Alto-Shaam non-caustic oven cleaner , CE-46828. Follow safety instructions on cleaner bottle. Let the Scrub Rinse cleaner work for 3–5 minutes.
  • Page 105 AINTENANCE Continued from previous page Spray the interior surfaces of the oven with Alto-Shaam non-caustic oven Scrub cleaner, CE-46828. Let the cleaner work for 3–5 minutes. with a non- Remove abrasive scrub pad. any residue with a water-soaked towel. Remove the cooling fan filters .
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  • Page 107: Troubleshooting

    2. Cavity fan not operating Note: Contact an 3. Optional grease filters blocked with debris authorized 4. Heat relay(s) stuck closed Alto-Shaam service 5. Connection between high limit switch and partner. control board 6. High limit switch Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’...

  • Page 108: What To Do If The Fan Indicator Light Illuminates

    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 cooling fan filters VMC-TS-009477 Clean the cooling fan filters. Clean with a mild cleaner and rinse with hot water.

  • Page 109: What To Do If The High Limit Screen Displays

    ROUBLESHOOTING What to do if the High Limit Screen Displays Procedure If the high limit screen displays, do the following. Step Action Press and release the high limit temperature reset buttons VMC-TS-010543 Resume operation of the oven.  NOTE: If the high limit screen continues to display, the appliance is malfunctioning.

  • Page 110: Cheflinc.alto-Shaam.com Is Not Available On Your Device

    ROUBLESHOOTING Cheflinc.alto-shaam.com is not Available on your Device If other website are not available, Are other websites available on your device from the contact your network provider or IT same network being used to access Cheflinc. department. If the website is blocked, contact...

  • Page 111: Cannot Connect To Cheflinc.alto-Shaam.com

    A recovery link will be sent to the email associated with the Cheflinc account. If you are still unable to log in, contact Alto-Shaam technical support. Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’ s Ma n u al...

  • Page 112: The Oven Is Not Displayed On The Dashboard

    ROUBLESHOOTING The Oven is not Displayed on the Dashboard Prerequisite: The operator is on a device connected to the Internet and is able to login to cheflinc.alto-shaam.com. See topic The Oven will not Power Up Does the oven power up? troubleshooting tree in the Service Manual.
  • Page 113 Dashboard troubleshooting connected (yes) or offline (no)? tree. Contact Alto-Shaam technical support for assistance. Ve ct or F ® Se r i es Op er a to r ’ s Ma n u al M N- 46 8 9 4...
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  • Page 115: Notifications

    OTIFICATIONS Notifications FCC ID: N6C-SDPAC IC ID: 4908A-SDPAC NOTICE Federal Communication Interference Statement (United States only) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 116 OTIFICATIONS Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada Notice (Canada only) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. FCC Rules, Part 15 / Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada license- exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
  • Page 117 OTIFICATIONS General Specifications Chipset: QCA9377-3, (Qualcomm Atheros) Host Interface: Wifi: SDIO v3.0; BT: High Speed UART Operating Voltage: 3.30 VDC +/- 5% Operating -20 to +70 degrees C Temperature: Dimensions: 18.0 x 13.0 x 2.2 mm (L x W x D) Connector Type: 52-pin proprietary Radio Specifications:...
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  • Page 119: 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 120 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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