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........... . Note: Continuing research results in steady improvements; therefore, information in this manual is subject to change without notice. CAUTION: Information in this manual is intended to be used by Taylor Authorized Service Technicians only. E September, 2000 Taylor All rights reserved.
Safety We at Taylor are committed to manufacturing safe operating and serviceable equipment. The many built-in safety features that are part of all Taylor equipment are aimed at protecting operators and trained service technicians alike. DO NOT operate the grill unless it is This manual is intended exclusively for Taylor properly grounded.
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For additional information regarding applicable local DO NOT slide the grill with the legs attached. laws, please contact the municipal facility and/or local Failure to follow this instruction may damage the grill or cause personal injury. distributor. 050815 Models QS12/QS24 Introduction...
Section 2: Controls and Systems Control Operations QS Series Control Maintenance Menu Flowchart Leveling Procedures Release Material Installation Mechanical-Electrical Checkout Models QS12/QS24 Controls and Systems...
Control Operations Rocker (Power) Switch (Note: The QS12 has one cooking zone and the QS24 has two cooking zones.) The rocker (power) switch, when placed in the ON position, allows control panel operation. The power switches are located on the front panel next to the keypad display.
After the VERSION SCREEN is displayed and a Once the desired temperature is displayed, press the keypad is pressed, the grill will enter the COOK mode MENU keypad and the screen will return to the normal of operation. cook menu screen. Models QS12/QS24 Controls and Systems...
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The MENU keypad and the message “TM2” will appear zone that has the fault will shut down while the rest of next to the current time setting. the grill will be operational. Controls and Systems Models QS12/QS24...
Note: The CALIBRAT screen base zone and three heating elements in the upper platen maintenance screen. All other maintenance applicable). calibrating screens allow functions are accessible through the CALIBRAT calibration of each independent heating element. screen. Models QS12/QS24 Controls and Systems...
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MENU keypad to display “ENGLISH”. Press the MENU keypad again, and the message “ITM1” will appear on the display. The letter “I” will be Press the MENU keypad to return to the “LANGUAGE” flashing above the cursor. display. Controls and Systems Models QS12/QS24...
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Pressing the MENU and TEMP keypads at the same time will return the display to the item number or the Continue to press the UP arrow to monitor the remaining five zones. programmed name last displayed on the screen. Models QS12/QS24 Controls and Systems...
Repeat this step for the rear gap slide. Slide the gap slide to the right. Step 2 To allow adjustment of the gap pins, loosen the two set screws located on the side of the front and rear gap slide. Figure 4 Figure 5 Controls and Systems Models QS12/QS24...
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T-handle to the left until the gap pins in the gap slides touch the cook surface, and tighten the T-handle. Figure 9 Step 7 Raise the upper cook surface and remove the four gap Figure 7 blocks. Models QS12/QS24 Controls and Systems...
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Take the gap slides to the sink for cleaning. (Be sure to re-install the gap Figure 11 slides as they were removed, i.e., “F” front.) Note: Failure to wear proper protection could result in injury. Controls and Systems Models QS12/QS24...
COOK position. The control will display “ITEM1”. Note: To conserve energy and for the grill to heat up faster, have the upper platen in the COOK position. Controls and Systems Models QS12/QS24...
(The display is flashing the message “TOO HOT”.) b. The unit displays a fault. b. Clear the fault. If action is ineffective, evaluate the thermocouple connections and the relay board. c. The relay is faulty. c. Replace the relay. Troubleshooting Models QS12/QS24...
If contact cleaner is used, please be sure all components are DRY before restoring power to the unit. This option is suggested prior to component replacement. Models QS12/QS24 Troubleshooting...
Incorrect gap setting. b. Set gaps according to instructions on page 16. Choose the proper gap setting. c. Platen not level. c. Level the platen according to instructions on page 16. Troubleshooting Models QS12/QS24...
Warranty Explanation Parts Labor Class 103 Parts: The Taylor warranty is valid only if required service work is performed by an authorized Taylor technician. The warranty for new equipment parts is one year, with For more details, see the warranty/check--out card.
Pivot A.-Platen Complete (X78758) 040715 Parts Models QS12/QS24...
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*Starting with serial number K4024564, 079192 Arm and 074313 Cylinder were replaced with 070453 Arm and 070439 Cylinder. These parts can be installed on existing units as a pair, NOT independently. Refer to Service Bulletin #138SG dated 4/26/04. **Not Shown 040715 Models QS12/QS24 Parts...
Upper Platen Assembly (X78794) Parts Models QS12/QS24...
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Washer-Teflon 4.032 ID x 5 OD 078555 Harness--Wire--Upper Power 078621 Slide A.-Gap Rear X78864-R Thermocouple--LW Front 074178 Slide A.-Gap Front X78864-F Thermocouple--LW Middle 074179 Screw-1/4-20 x 1/2 Flat HD 078526 Thermocouple--LW Rear 074180 Not shown ** Not part of X78794 Assembly 060102 Models QS12/QS24 Parts...
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