MN-36979 (Rev. 3) 09/15 • Xcelerate® Hi Speed Oven • Table of Contents
before installing this appliance, using the appliance
WARNING
DeliveryUnpackingEnvironmental Conditions
DELIVERY
This Alto-Shaam appliance has been thoroughly
tested and inspected to ensure only the highest
quality unit is provided. Upon receipt, check for any
possible shipping damage and report it at once to the
delivering carrier. See Transportation Damage and
Claims section located in this manual.
This appliance, complete with unattached items
and accessories, may be delivered in one or more
packages. Ensure all standard items and options
have been received with each model as ordered.
Save all the information packed with the appliance.
Register online at www.alto-shaam.com to ensure
prompt service in the event of a warranty parts and
labor claim.
This manual must be read and understood by all
people using or installing the equipment model.
Contact the Alto-Shaam Tech Team Service
Department if you have any questions concerning
installation, operation, or maintenance.
1-800-558-8744; servicedept@alto-shaam.com
SERIAL NUMBER IS REQUIRED FOR ALL INQUIRIES
Always include both model and serial numbers in your correspondence
regarding the unit.
Model: _____________________________________
Serial Number: _____________________________________
Date Installed: ____________ Voltage: _______________
UNPACKING
• Carefully remove the appliance
from the carton or crate.
NOTICE: Do not discard the
carton and other
packaging material
until you have
inspected the unit
for hidden damage
and tested it for
proper operation.
• Read all instructions in this manual carefully
or performing routine maintenance. Following
procedures other than those indicated in this
guide to use and clean the appliance is considered
inappropriate and may cause damage, injury or
fatal accidents, in addition to invalidating the
guarantee and relieving Alto-Shaam of all liability.
• DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL.
This manual is considered part of the appliance
and is provided for the owner or manager of the
business and for training personnel. Additional
manuals are available from the Alto-Shaam
Tech Team Service Department.
• Remove all protective plastic film, packaging
materials, and accessories from the appliance
before connecting electrical power. Store any
accessories in a convenient place for future use.
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Appliance and accessories may be
heavy. To prevent serious injury,
ALWAYS use a sufficient number
of trained and experienced workers
when moving or leveling appliance
and handling accessories.
• Unit must acclimate to room temperature in the
environment it is placed. 24 hours is recommended.
• Ambient temperature range of 50° to 110°F (10° to 43°C).
• Relative humidity of less than 95% non-condensation.
• Atmospheric pressure range of 50KPa to 106KPa.
SAFETY PROCEDURES
AND PRECAUTIONS
equipment. The following hazard signal words and
Safety Procedures and Precautions
• This appliance is intended to cook, hold or process
foods for the purpose of human consumption. No
other use for this appliance is authorized and is
therefore considered dangerous. The appliance
must not be used to cook food containing flammable
materials (such as food with alcohol). Substances
with a low flash point can ignite spontaneously and
cause a fire.
• This appliance is intended for use in commercial
establishments where all operators are familiar with
the purpose, limitations, and associated hazards of
this appliance. Operating instructions and warnings
must be read and understood by all operators and
users. We recommend regular training of your
staff to avoid the risk of accident or damage to the
unit. Operators must also receive regular safety
instructions.
• Any trouble shooting guides, component views, and
parts lists included in this manual are for general
reference only and are intended for use by qualified
and trained technicians.
• This manual should be considered a permanent
part of this appliance. This manual and all supplied
instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts lists,
notices, and labels must remain with the appliance
if the item is sold or moved to another location.
Knowledge of proper procedures is essential to the
safe operation of electrically and/or gas energized
symbols may be used throughout this manual.
DANGER
Used to indicate the presence of
a hazard that WILL cause severe
personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage if the warning
included with this symbol is ignored.
WARNING
Used to indicate the presence of
a hazard that CAN cause personal
injury, possible death, or major
property damage if the warning
included with this symbol is ignored.
CAUTION
Used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that can or will cause minor or
moderate personal injury or property
damage if the warning included with
this symbol is ignored.
CAUTION
NOTICE: For equipment delivered for use in
any location regulated by the
following directive:
DO NOT dispose of electrical or
electronic equipment with other
municipal waste.
Used to indicate the presence of a hazard that
can or will cause minor personal injury, property
damage, or a potential unsafe practice if the
warning included with this symbol is ignored.
NOTICE: Used to notify personnel of
installation, operation, or
maintenance information that is
important but not hazard related.
Used to indicate that referral to
operating instructions is a mandatory
action. If not followed the operator
could suffer personal injury.
Used to indicate that referral to
operating instructions is recommended
to understand operation of equipment.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY PROCEDURES
AND PRECAUTIONS
NEVER place objects near the oven exhaust vents.
Do not allow objects to block or obstruct the area
sudden temperature change can damage the oven
Children should be supervised to ensure
• To prevent serious injury, death or property
damage, your appliance should be inspected and
serviced at least every twelve (12) months by an
authorized service partner or trained technician.
• ONLY allow an authorized service partner or
trained technician to service or to repair your
appliance. Installation or repairs that are not
performed by an authorized service partner or
trained technician, or the use of non-factory
authorized parts will void the warranty and relieve
Alto-Shaam of all liability.
• When working on this appliance, observe
precautions in the literature, on tags, on labels
attached to or shipped with the appliance and other
safety precautions that may apply.
• If the appliance is installed on casters freedom of
movement of the appliance must be restricted so
that utility connections (including gas, water, and
electricity) cannot be damaged when the unit is
moved. If the appliance is moved, make sure that all
utility connections are properly disconnected. If the
unit is returned to its original position, make sure
that any retention devices and utility connections
are properly connected.
• ONLY use the appliance when it is stationary.
Mobile oven racks, mobile plate racks, transport
trolleys, and appliances on casters can tip over
when being moved over an uneven floor or
threshold and cause serious injury.
•
If your gas appliance is installed under an
exhaust hood, the hood must be switched ONwhen the oven is in use to avoid the build up ofcombustion gases. Failure to do so may result inserious injury, death or property damage.
•
This area is hot and could be a potential ignitionsource for a fire.
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below the oven base. This may result in fire,damage to the equipment or serious injury.
• Do not use the attached hand-held hose to spray
anything other than the interior of the ovencompartment.
• Do not use the attached hand-held hose on the
surface of a hot cooking compartment. The
interior. Allow the oven to cool to a minimum of
150°F (66°C). Failure to observe this precaution
can void the warranty.
WARNING
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY,
DEATH, or PROPERTY DAMAGE:
The appliance must be cleaned
thoroughly to avoid deposits of
grease and or food residues inside
the appliance that may catch fi re. If
fat deposits and/or food waste inside
the appliance ignite, shut down the
appliance immediately and keep the
appliance door closed to extinguish
the fi re. If further extinguishing is
required, disconnect the appliance
from the main power and use a fi re
extinguisher (do not use water to
extinguish a grease fi re!). Failure
to clean the appliance properly
invalidates the warranty and relieves
Alto-Shaam of all liability.
WARNING
This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision concerning use of
the appliance by person responsible for
their safety.
that they do not play with the appliance.
• ALWAYS apply caster brakes on mobile appliances
or accessories when these are not being moved.
These items could move or roll on uneven floors
and cause property damage or seious injury.
• Be extremely careful when moving appliances
because the food trays may contain hot fluids that
may spill, causing serious injury.
• ALWAYS open the appliance door very slowly.
Escaping hot vapors or steam can cause serious
injury or death.
Precautions to Avoid Possible Exposure to
Excessive Microwave Energy
Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open since open-door operation
can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or
tamper with the safety interlocks.
Do not place the object between the oven front face and the door or allow soil or
cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.
Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven
door close properly and that there is not damage to the door (bent), hinges and latches
(broken or loosened), door seals and sealing surfaces.
The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified
service personnel.
CAUTION
This appliance should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Contact nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair,
or adjustment.
The appliance is not designed for industrial or
laboratory use.
DO NOT USE THE CAVITY FOR STORAGE
PURPOSES.
Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils, or
food in the cavity when not in use.
NEVER USE THE MICROWAVE FUNCTION IF
THE BAKING CHAMBER IS EMPTY.
There should always be a liquid or food in the
baking chamber when the microwave function
is started.
NEVER OPERATE THE OVEN WITH LOOSE
METAL OBJECTS INSIDE (KNIVES, SPOONS,
NEEDLES, LIDS, ETC.) OR WIRE TWIST-TIES.
Only open stainless steel or aluminum pans can
be used.
DO NOT COOK ANY OIL OR FRY FOOD INSIDE
THE OVEN.
DO NOT COVER RACKS OR ANY OTHER PART
OF THE OVEN WITH METAL FOIL.
This will cause overheating of the oven.
DO NOT HEAT PRODUCTS SUCH AS WHOLE
EGGS, SEALED CONTAINERS, OR CLOSED
GLASS JARS.
These items are able to explode and should not be
heated in this oven.
FOOD WITH SKIN SHOULD BE SLIT BEFORE
COOKING.
Samples of this type of food are sausage, apples,
pears, potatoes, etc.
IF A GLASS CONTAINER OR BOWL IS BROKEN,
DISCARD THE FOOD. DO NOT EAT OR
SERVE THIS FOOD.
PLACE FOOD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE OVEN
FOR BEST COOKING RESULTS.
DO NOT USE THE OVEN TO DRY TOWELS, DRY
CLOTHES, WET PAPERS OR WARM PLATES.
WEAR HEAT RESISTANT GLOVES OR USE
A FORK TO REMOVE FOOD FROM OVEN
AFTER COOKING.
Do not touch the inside housing or interior side of
the door. These areas are hot and can cause burns.
LIQUIDS CAN BE OVERHEATED BEYOND THE
BOILING POINT WITHOUT APPEARING TO
BE BOILING.
Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is
removed from the microwave oven is not always
present. This could result in very hot liquids
suddenly boiling over when the container is
disturbed or a utensil is inserted in the liquid.
THE CONTENTS OF FEEDING BOTTLES AND
BABY FOOD JARS MUST BE STIRRED
OR SHAKEN AND THE TEMPERATURE
CHECKED BEFORE SERVING IN ORDER TO
AVOID BURNS.
USE ONLY UTENSILS THAT ARE SUITABLE
FOR USE IN MICROWAVE OVENS AND ARE
HEAT RESISTANT UP TO 660°F (350°C).
DO NOT USE PLASTIC, PAPER OR OTHER
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS IN THE BAKING
PROCESS. THESE CAN BURST INTO FLAMES
IN THE OVEN.
IF SMOKE IS OBSERVED SWITCH OFF
APPLIANCE, UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE
OR SHUT OFF POWER AT THE FUSE OR
CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL AND KEEP THE
OVEN DOOR CLOSED.
This will help to stifle any flames.
WHEN PREPARING FROZEN FOOD, DEFROST
WITH MAXIMUM 20% MICROWAVE POWER.
This will ensure even heat distribution and avoid
damaging the device.
To prevent SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY or PROPERTY DAMAGE:
DO NOT handle pans containing
liquid or semiliquid products
positioned above the eye level of the
operator. Such products may scald
and cause serious injury.
Improper installation, alteration,
adjustment, service, cleaning, or
maintenance could result in property
damage, severe injury, or death.
READ and UNDERSTAND the
installation, operating and
maintenance instructions thoroughly
before installing, servicing, or
operating this equipment.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors or liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
WARNING
Appliance and accessories may be
heavy. To prevent serious injury,
ALWAYS use a sufficient number
of trained and experienced workers
when moving or leveling appliance
and handling accessories.
The Alto-Shaam appliance must be installed in a location that will
permit it to function for its intended purpose, free of vibration,
and to allow adequate clearance for ventilation, proper cleaning,
and maintenance access.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
LEFT, RIGHT4" (102mm)
₍WITHOUT OPTIONAL HEAT SHIELD₎
REAR
REAR
₍WITH OPTIONAL HEAT SHIELD₎
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Unit must be installed level and must not be
installed in any area where it may be directly
affected by steam, grease, dripping water,
high temperatures, or any other severely
adverse conditions.
Environment temperature is not to exceed
104°F (40°C).
Service access is on the right side and must
be accessible.
Electrical connections to the internal transformer
11-13/16" (300mm)
0" (0mm)
SITE INSTALLATION
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Two or more people are required to
lift the oven. Don't lift the oven at
the door handle or the door.
side (never the top, front or back). The legs can then be hand twisted into place, and the appliance returned
to an upright position. If legs are not to be used, the counter must be heat resistant to 150°F (65°C). In order
to maintain established National Sanitation Foundation standards, the oven must be sealed to the heat
resistant counter with a R.T.V. or silastic meeting N.S.F. requirements. Placement would require the oven
to include a slight overhang on the front edge of the counter to allow the oven door to open and close with
ease. If a front casing (not supplied by the factory) is required to align with the baking oven front edge, the
casing must have a frame that is easy to detach for service and maintenance purposes.
When the oven is installed near walls, partitions, kitchen furniture, or ornamental furnishings, it is
recommended that these items be made of fire-proof material. Fire safety standards must be followed.
1. The appliance must be installed on a stable and
level surface - free of vibration and suitably
strong enough to support the combined
weights of the unit plus the maximum product
load weight.
2. DO NOT store this appliance outdoors.
3. DO NOT install this appliance in any area
where it may be affected by any adverse
conditions. Avoid placing the unit in direct
sunlight, near heat generating equipment
such as ovens, ranges, heaters, fryers, steam
kettles, water, high temperatures, or any other
severely adverse conditions. Avoid locating
in an unheated room or where the room
temperature may drop below 55°F (13°C) or
above 104°F (40°C).
4.DO NOT use this appliance near water —
for example, near a kitchen sink, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or similar
locations.
5.DO NOT store or use any flammable liquids or
allow flammable vapors in the vicinity of this
oven or any other appliance.
6. This appliance must be kept free and clear
of any obstructions blocking any air fan
openings or access for maintenance or
service.
To prevent INJURY or PROPERTY
DAMAGE, make certain the area
around the appliance is kept clear of
combustible items.
7. DO NOT store anything on top of the oven.
8. Remove all material from inside the oven
chamber when unpacking the appliance.
Remove protection film from all parts
before starting the first heating process.
The chamber must be clean before using the
appliance.
9.If the door seal is damaged, the seal must be
replaced immediately by a qualified service
technician. DO NOT operate the oven until the
replacement has been made.
LEVELING
The oven
should be
leveled
before the
electrical supply is
connected. Level the appliance from
side-to-side and front-to-back with the use of a
spirit level.
To prevent SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY, DEATH, or PROPERTY
DAMAGE:
DO NOT steam clean, hose down
or flood the interior or exterior
with water or liquid solution of
any kind. DO NOT use water jet
to clean.
Failure to observe this precaution
will void the warranty.
Stacking Hardware: XL-400 over a 750-S, 750-TH-II,
750-TH/III, or QC2-3
Combitherm® Cleaning Liquid —
5019678
CE-24750
DANGER
or repairs. Do not remove, damage or
WARNING
NEMA L6-20P - US ONLY
208 – 240150163.3COR DON LY - NOPLUG
ELECTRICAL (DEDICATED 30AMP CIRCUIT REQUIRED) Connections to the internal transformer must be made by an authorized service technician.
MODEL
VOLTAGEPHHZ AMPSkWCORD & PLUG
NEMA L6-30P - US ONLY
208 – 240150234.9COR DON LY - NOPLUG
WARNING
Electrical Connection
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Ensure power source matches
voltage identified on appliance rating
tag. The rating tag provides essential
technical information required for any
appliance installation, maintenance
modify the rating tag.
DANGER
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH,
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, ALWAYS
lock-out or post breaker panel until
service work has been completed.
ELECTRICAL (DEDICATED 20AMP CIRCUIT REQUIRED) Connections to the internal transformer must be made by an authorized service technician.
MODEL
XL-300
XL-400
VOLTAGEPHHZ AMPSkWCORD & PLUG
208 – 240160163.3
208 – 240160234.9
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY,
DEATH, or PROPERTY DAMAGE:
All electrical connections must be
made by a qualified and trained
service technician in accordance
with applicable electrical codes.
This appliance MUST be adequately
grounded in accordance with local
electrical codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with the current
edition of the National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70. In Canada,
all electrical connections are to be
made in accordance with CSA C22.1,
Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 or
local codes.
1. An identification tag is permanently mounted on
the appliance.
2. Each Xcelerate® Hi-Speed oven requires its own
dedicated line.
3. DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
DO NOT immerse cord or plug in water. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces. DO NOT let the
cord hang over the edge of table or counter.
4. Proper receptacle or outlet configuration or
permanent wiring for this unit must be installed
by a licensed electrician in accordance with
applicable local electrical codes. DO NOT use
multi plug connectors.
5. Low or high voltage can detrimentally affect
operation and void the warranty. Electrical
connections to the internal transformer(s)
must be made by a licensed electrician. Using a
properly rated multimeter,
a voltage reading must
be made at the receptacle
between L1 and L2. These
are the two holes that are
not notched on the outlet.
6. Open the right side panel on the oven to reveal
the internal electrical panel.
7. Locate the transformer(s) on the right hand side.
There are two (2) transformers on the XL-400
oven and one (1) transformer on the XL-300.
8. Review the wiring for
the transformer(s).
Only four (4) tabs
are used to set the
transformer voltage two (2) on the top and
two(2) on the bottom.
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY,
DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE,
ALWAYS disconnect unit from power
source before cleaning or servicing.
208V
240V
1
2
4
3
220-230V
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
9. One (1) wire for the XL-300 and two (2) wires
for the XL-400 are disconnected from the
transformer(s).
10. Wire the transformer(s) inside the speed oven
according to the white sticker diagram posted
on the side of the transformer(s). The measured
voltage range and the corresponding tabs should
be connected accordingly:
1-2: 215V or less, 50/60Hz
1-3: 216V-235V, 50/60Hz
1-4: 236V or more, 50/60Hz
Examples for the XL-400:
Measured voltage is between 200V – 215V,
connect the wire to tab number 2 on the top
transformer and tab number 2 on the bottom
transformer.
Measured voltage is between 216V – 235V,
connect the wire to tab number 3 on the top
transformer and to tab number 3 on the bottom
transformer.
Measured voltage is between 236V – 250V,
connect the wire to tab number 4 on the top
transformer and to tab number 4 on the bottom
transformer.
11. Replace right side panel before restoring power
to the oven.
12. This appliance may be equipped with a threeprong grounding plug. For your protection
against shock hazard this appliance should
be plugged directly into a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or remove
the grounding prong from this plug. Plug the
unit into a properly grounded receptacle ONLY,
positioning the unit so that the plug is easily
accessible in case of an emergency. Arcing will
occur when connecting or disconnecting the unit
unless the oven has been powered off.
13. The oven has a safety overheat protection switch,
which reliably cuts the power to the heating
element in case of overheating. The mechanical
construction of this part is very sensitive and
can be triggered by vibration during shipment.
Vibration can also partially trigger the switch
causing it to fully trigger after the first few days
of operation. When the high limit protection
switch is tripped it
can cause the oven to
stop heating. A reset
can easily be done.
Press the red reset button
under the front lip on
the right side above the
Use this list as a fi nal check of oven installation conformance.
Damage directly attributed to improper set up, installation, or cleaning can invalidate warranty claims.
TECHNICIAN’S NAME:CUSTOMER/BUSINESS NAME:
SERVICE COMPANY: CUSTOMER ADDRESS:
DATE OF INSTALLATION:
MODEL NUMBER:
VOLTAGE OF OVEN:
SERIAL NUMBER:
208-240 VAC
CUSTOMER PHONE NUMBER:
CLEARANCES:
Left: 4" (102mm)
Right: 4" (102mm)
Back: 11-13/16" (300mm) without optional heat shield
0" with optional heat shield
ARE ALL cLeArANce REQUIREMENTS MET?
Yes NO
IF NO, EXPLAIN: ____________________________________
Transformer set to measured voltage using procedure/document.
Verify all electrical connections in unit are secure.
TESTING:
Test microwave using clamp meter:
Set the time to 2 minutes, AIR to 10%, MIC to 100%. Place a container of water inside the cavity (1 liter). Start the microwave function.
DO NOT ruN OVeN WIThOuT ANYThING IN The cAVITY. DOING sO WILL DAMAGe The MAGNeTrON.
Interlock Test: While the program is running, open the door, unit should stop running. Close the door and press continue. Did the oven stop
running when door was opened?
Alarm Test: when the time is nished, listen for the alarm sound.
Yes NO
Starting water temperature:
Ending water temperature:
Ending amperage reading:
Has customer been noti ed of any installation criteria that have not been properly met? Yes NO Date: _____________