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VFB12 ELECTRIC FLASHBAKE VFB12 ML-114905 (Without Power Cord) VFB12 ML-114908 (With Power Cord) V U L C A N - H A R T C O M P A N Y , FORM 31020 (4-97) OPERATION MANUAL P . O .
Installation, Operation and Care of VULCAN MODEL VFB12 FLASH BAKE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Your Vulcan Flash Bake oven is a versatile oven that employs a revolutionary high quality, high-speed cooking technology. The baking process is so fast that food retains its natural juices. Bread products brown and become crisp while vegetables retain their color and texture.
There must be a 3" (76 mm) clearance on each side of the oven. The area behind the oven around the blower must be kept clear of obstructions and allow for free air circulation. If your oven is equipped with the power cord and plug, ensure that the cord can be plugged into the appropriate outlet.
The other end of the duct can be vented into an existing hood, or to the outside in a manner consistent with local building codes. The exhaust duct must not be less than 4" (101.5 mm) in diameter, and a recommended maximum length of 4 to 6 feet (1219-1829 mm) , depending on operating conditions.
Ground Receptacle PL-52644 *50A if cord connected. START-UP TESTING After the oven is connected to the supply circuit, perform the following tests to ensure that the oven is operating properly. Lamp Test Turn the oven on by pressing the ON/OFF button. After a few seconds, the display will settle on Recipe 1. At this point, hold down the 1 button and push the 8 button at the same time.
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Press the 1 button to begin the lamp test. The door will lock and the lamps will each turn on briefly. After each lamp is turned on successfully, the display will report Lamp OK. If all lamps pass, the oven will automatically return to the normal operating mode.
WARNING: THE OVEN AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING, OR SERVICING THE OVEN. PRECAUTIONS • Never attempt to open the oven door while a cook cycle is in progress. Never attempt to operate the oven with the door open. •...
DISPLAY — The display screen, located at the top of the control panel provides a constant indication of the oven status. It is also used for programming the oven and for the display of information and diagnostic messages. START — Press this button to begin cooking with the programmed recipe that is currently displayed.
Next, a screen for selecting a cook method is displayed. There are two methods of cooking with the Flash Bake oven. They are called STANDARD and TWO-STEP. See pages 11 and 13 for a description of each method. Press the number corresponding to the cook method desired. The screens following will be specific to that cook method.
Changing the top outer and bottom outer power levels will have a greater effect on cooking times and browning than changing the center power levels. This is because outer intensities contain 70% of the cooking energy, while the center intensities only contain 30% of the cooking energy. CREATING A "STANDARD"...
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Cook Time The cook time is the total amount of time the product will be cooked for this recipe. The time is entered in minutes and seconds using the 1 through 0 buttons. As the 1 through 0 buttons are pressed, the number enters in the right column and is shifted to the left as subsequent numbers are entered.
Standard Recipe Display This screen is displayed after the recipe is saved, indicating the new settings as programmed. The clock on the top line at the right of the screen is the countdown timer for the cook cycle. It indicates the time remaining in the cook cycle.
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Step 2 Time Use the 0 through 9 buttons to enter the standard cook portion of the time. Press 2, 0, 5 to enter the 2 minutes and 5 seconds shown. Press the NEXT button to proceed to the next screen. Zone Power Press the 8 button to enter power level 8 as shown.
Press the 1 button to store the new settings in memory. Two-Step Recipe Display This screen displays the saved programmed information for a Two-Step recipe. The clock on the top line at the right of the screen is the countdown timer for the cook cycle. It indicates the time remaining in the overall cook cycle.
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Once a recipe is programmed, it can be used again and again by selecting it and pressing the START button. Starting a Recipe All cooking must be done with the grill in place. To begin a cook cycle, place the pan with the product on the grill and close the door (pizza may be placed directly on the grill).
COOK CYCLE COUNTER The Flash Bake oven is equipped with a cook cycle counter. This counter keeps a continuous log of the number of cook cycles performed by the oven. A cycle is counted when a recipe that lasts for more than approximately 30 seconds is completed. The cook cycle counter is displayed after the ON/OFF button is pressed to turn the oven ON.
To make the adjustment, press the 1 button. Pressing the 2 button will take you to the normal programming screen for the cook time. Pressing the 1 button will take you to the following screen: The factory setting for this adjustment is 3. If your product was getting darker with each successive cook, try changing the setting to 2 or 1.
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Approved Cleaning Materials and Procedures Cleaners • Mild dish soap - Use any mild food service type dish soap for the interior cleaning. Be sure that the soap is non-caustic. • Citrus 2000 Multi-Purpose Ready To Use • Pro Formula 409 - Use for interior walls. •...
10. Clean the inside of the oven door window with a cloth dampened with window cleaner. If necessary, use a nylon scouring pad to remove baked on grease. Wipe the window clean with a cloth or paper towel dampened with window cleaner. CAUTION: Do not use abrasives on the reflective inside door surface. 11.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: THE OVEN AND ITS PARTS ARE HOT. USE CARE WHEN OPERATING, CLEANING AND SERVICING THE OVEN. WARNING: DISCONNECT THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE ON THE OVEN. Do not remove the oven covers or attempt to open the control cabinet. Doing so will void the warranty. There are no user servicable parts inside.
PROBLEM No power to the oven. No power to the oven controls or display. Blower not operating. Oven not cooking. Display screen does not light up. Grill does not rotate. Door does not lock. No "High Power". TROUBLESHOOTING 1. Oven power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. 2.
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Under certain conditions, the oven will emit a short trill tone alarm when the operator presses a button. This indicates that something is preventing the oven from operating properly. Check the display screen for the following messages: MESSAGE HIGH POWER IS NOT ON -->...
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