Antunes VCT-50 Service Manual

VCT-20/25/50

Vertical Contact Toaster

owner’s manual

Manufacturing Numbers:

9200560, 9200600, 9200602, 9200606, 9200608,
9200609, 9200614, 9200616, 9200620, 9200622,
9200624, 9200625, 9200626, 9200628, 9200629,
9200630, 9200631, 9200632, 9200634, 9200637,

9200638, 9200639, 9200640

www.ajantunes.com

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VERTICAL CONTACT TOASTER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Owner Information .....................................................2

General ......................................................................2

Warranty Information .................................................2

Service/Technical Assistance ....................................3

Important Safety Information ....................................3

Specifications .............................................................5

Electrical Cord & Plug Configurations .......................5

Model Designation .....................................................5

Electrical Ratings .......................................................5

Dimensions ................................................................6

Installation ...................................................................7

Unpacking ..................................................................7

Assembling the Unit ..................................................7

Equipment Setup .......................................................8

OWNER INFORMATION

General

The Vertical Contact Toaster, Models VCT-20, VCT-25
and VCT-50 are designed for contact toasting of buns.
The toaster design allows the operator to place buns
on both sides of the heated platen at the same time.
Buns are placed into the top of the toaster and uniform,
golden brown, warm buns are then retrieved at the bot­tom of the toaster. The Model VCT-20 is equipped with
an auxiliary heating system which provides additional
heat to the buns.

Operation .....................................................................9

Operating Instructions ...............................................9

Safety Features .........................................................9

Maintenance ..............................................................10

Daily .........................................................................10

Conveyor Belt Chains .............................................. 11

Replacing Spring Tensioners ...................................12

Replacing Conveyor Motor and Fan Blade .............12

Troubleshooting .......................................................13

Wiring Diagram .........................................................19

Replacement Parts ...................................................20

Optional Parts – VCT-25 & VCT-50 .........................25

Notes..........................................................................26

Limited Warranty ......................................Back Cover

Warranty Information

Please read the full text of the Limited Warranty in this
manual.

If the unit arrives damaged, contact the carrier imme­diately and file a damage claim with them. Save all
packing materials when filing a claim. Freight damage
claims are the responsibility of the purchaser and are
not covered under warranty.

The warranty does not extend to:

This manual provides the safety, installation and oper­ating procedures for the Vertical Contact Toaster. We
recommend that all information contained in this manu­al be read prior to installing and operating the unit.

Your Vertical Contact Toaster is manufactured from the
finest materials available and is assembled to our strict
quality standards. This unit has been tested at the fac­tory to ensure dependable trouble-free operation.

IMPORTANT! Keep these instructions for future reference. If the unit changes

ownership, be sure this manual accompanies the equipment.

• Damages caused in shipment or damage as
result of improper use.

• Installation of electrical service.

• Normal maintenance as outlined in this manual.

• Malfunction resulting from improper maintenance.

• Damage caused by abuse or careless handling.

• Damage from moisture into electrical
components

• Damage from tampering with, removal of, or
changing any preset control or safety device.

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OWNER INFORMATION (continued)

Service/Technical Assistance

If you experience any problems with the installation
or operation of your unit, contact Antunes Technical
Service.

Fill in the information below and have it handy when
calling Antunes Technical Service for assistance. The
serial number is on the specification plate located on
the rear of the unit.

Purchased From:

Date of Purchase:

Model No.:

Serial No.:

Mfg. No.:

Use only genuine Antunes replacement parts in this
unit. Use of replacement parts other than those sup­plied by the manufacturer will void the warranty.

You may contact Antunes Technical Service at 1-877­392-7854

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Throughout this manual, you will find the following safety words and symbols that signify important safety issues with
regards to operating or maintaining the equipment.

WARNING

GENERAL WARNING. Indicates informa­tion important to the proper operation of
the equipment. Failure to observe may
result in damage to the equipment and/or
severe bodily injury or death.

CAUTION

GENERAL CAUTION. Indicates informa­tion important to the proper operation of
the equipment. Failure to observe may
result in damage to the equipment.

WARNING

ELECTRICAL WARNING. Indicates infor­mation relating to possible shock hazard.
Failure to observe may result in damage
to the equipment and/or severe bodily
injury or death.

WARNING

HOT SURFACE WARNING. Indicates
information important to the handling of
equipment and parts. Failure to observe
caution could result in personal injury.

A.J. Antunes & Co. reserves the right to change specifications and product design without notice. Such revisions do not
entitle the buyer to corresponding changes, improvements, additions or replacements for previously purchased equipment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (continued)

In addition to the warnings and cautions in this manual,
use the following guidelines for safe operation of the
unit.

• Read all instructions before using equipment.

• For your safety, the equipment is furnished with
a properly grounded cord connector. Do not
attempt to defeat the grounded connector.

• Install or locate the equipment only for its intend­ed use as described in this manual. Do not use
corrosive chemicals in this equipment.

• Do not operate this equipment if it has a dam­aged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or
if it has been damaged or dropped.

• This equipment should be serviced by quali­fied personnel only. Contact Antunes Technical
Service for adjustment or repair.

• Do not block or cover any openings on the unit.

• Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not allow cord to hang over edge of table or
counter.

The following warnings and cautions appear throughout
this manual and should be carefully observed.

• Turn the unit off, disconnect the power source
and allow unit to cool down before performing
any service or maintenance on the unit.

• The procedures in this chapter may include
the use of chemical products. These chemical
products will be highlighted with bold face let­ters followed by the abbreviated HCS (Hazard
Communication Standard). See Hazard
Communication Standard manual for the appro­priated Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

• The toaster should be grounded according to
local electrical codes to prevent the possibility of
electrical shock. It requires a grounded recep­tacle with separate electrical lines, protected by
fuses or circuit breaker of the proper rating.

• Bread may burn. Therefore toasters must not be
used near or below curtains or other combustible
walls and materials. Failure to maintain safe
operating distances may cause discoloration or
combustion.

• Failure to use release sheets may result in dam­age to the equipment and loss of warranty cover­age.

• All electrical connections must be in accordance
with local electrical codes and any other appli­cable codes.

• WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.

- Electrical ground is required on this appliance.

- Do not modify the power supply cord plug. If
it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.

- Do not use an extension cord with this appli­ance.

- Check with a qualified electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Ratings and Plug Configurations

VERTICAL CONTACT TOASTER

Model &
Mfg. No.

VCT-50

9200609

VCT-25

9200637

VCT-50

9200602

VCT-25

9200622

VCT-50

9200606

VCT-50

9200614

VCT-25

9200626

VCT-25

9200632

VCT-50

9200608

VCT-50

9200616

VCT-25

9200625

VCT-25

9200628

VCT-25

9200629

VCT-25

9200634

VCT-25

9200639

VCT-25

9200640

VCT-50

9200600

VCT-25

9200620

VCT-25

9200624

VCT-25

9200630

VCT-25

9200631

VCT-25

9200638

VCT-20

9200560

Volts Watts Amps Hz Plug Description

208-240

208-240

120 1760 14.7 60

120 1760 14.7 60

208-240

208-240

208-240

208-240

208-240

208-240

208-240

208-240

208-240

208-240

230 3460 15 50/60

230 2450 10.6 50/60

120 1760 14.7 60

120 1760 14.7 60

120 1760 14.7 60

120 1760 14.7 60

208-240

208-240

280-240

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

2600-

3460

3200-

4257

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

12.5-14.4 50/60

15.4-17.3 50/60

IEC-309,

16 Amp., 250 VAC

Pin & Sleeve

(Assembly Only)

5-20P,

20 Amp., 120 VAC

Non-Locking

(Assembly Only)

6-20P,

20 Amp., 250 VAC

Non-Locking

(Assembly Only)

CEE 7/7,

16 Amp., 250 VAC

(Assembly Only)

5-15P,

15 Amp., 120 VAC

Non-Locking

(Assembly Only)

LS-30P,

30 Amp., 120 VAC

Straight Twist Lock

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10-3/4

9-3/4"

20-5/16"

22 11/16

23-1/4"

(590.5 mm)

3/4"

(19.1 mm)

555.8 mm)

(519.9 mm)

(247.6 mm)

(273.1 mm)

14-5/8"

(371.5 mm)

SPECIFICATIONS (continued)

Dimensions

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INSTALLATION

Unpacking

1. Remove unit and all packing materials from ship­ping carton.

2. Open the large box. It should contain:

• Bun chute (Figure 2)

• Plastic bag containing the release sheet
(Figure 4)

3. Remove all packing materials and protective cov­erings from the unit and parts.

NOTE: If any parts are missing or damaged, con­tact Antunes Technical Service IMMEDIATELY at
1-877-7854-392.

Assembling the Unit

1. Remove the Heat Shield and the front and rear
Conveyor Covers (Figure 1).

2. Install the Damper Assembly. (Figure 1).

NOTE: Make sure the damper assy. rests only on
the bottom front and rear yellow support rods.

Conveyor
Cover Assy.

Heat Shield

Yellow Support
Rod

Conveyor
Cover Assy.

Figure 1. Installing Damper Assy.

3. Install the Bun Chute (Figure 2).

4. Remove the Release Sheet from the plastic bag
and lay it on a clean, flat surface. Fold the sheet
exactly in half (Figure 3).

5. Crease the sheet at the fold using only your fin­ger (Figure 3).

NOTE: Do not use metal tools to crease the sheet.

6. Install the Release Sheet by draping it over both
sides of the Platen surface. The crease should be
centered directly on top of the Platen (Figure 4).

CAUTION
Failure to use release sheets may result in dam­age to the unit and loss of warranty coverage.

7. Re-install the front and rear Conveyor Covers
(Figure 4).

IMPORTANT: Make sure the Conveyor Covers rest
only on both the top and bottom yellow support
rods.

8. Install the Heat Shield so that the clips fit over the
top of the Platen and retains the Release Sheet
in place (Figure 4).

Hook Bun Chute over rear
bottom conveyor cover
yellow support rod

Yellow Support Rod

Conveyor
Cover Assy.

Figure 2. Installing Bun Chute

Heat Shield

Conveyor
Cover Assy.

Bun Chute

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INSTALLATION (continued)

IMPORTANT: Make sure Heat Shield is activating
the conveyor interlock switch (see Figure 4).
The conveyors will not rotate unless the heat
shield is in place and interlock switch is activated
(depressed).

NOTE: Check the release sheet to make sure it
is not caught in the conveyor. Additional release
sheets can be obtained through your authorized
service agency under part no. 7000249 (3 pack) or

7000250 (10 pack).

Equipment Setup

When placing the toaster into service, pay attention to
the following guidelines.

Lay sheet on a flat surface

Fold over so ends meet

Figure 3. Folding Release Sheet

Press lightly with finger to
form crease

• Make sure power to the unit is off and the toaster
is at room temperature.

• Do not block or cover any openings on the unit.

• Do not immerse cord or plug in water.

• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not allow cord to hang over edge of table or
counter.

Connect the unit to the power supply. Refer to the
specification plate for the proper voltage.

WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. FAILURE TO

FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL

COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

• Electrical ground is required on this appliance.

• Do not modify the power supply cord plug. If
it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.

• Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.

• The toaster should be grounded according to local
electrical codes to prevent the possibility of electri­cal shock. It requires a grounded receptacle with
separate electrical lines, protected by fuses or cir­cuit breaker of the proper rating.

• Check with a qualified electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.

Heat Shield

Release Sheet

Conveyor Interlock
Switch

Platen

Conveyor Cover

Conveyor Cover

Figure 4. Installing Release Sheet

CAUTION

All electrical connections must be in accordance
with local electrical codes and any other appli­cable codes.

CAUTION

Bread may burn. Therefore toasters must not be
used near or below curtains or other combus­tible walls and materials. Failure to maintain safe
operating distances may cause discoloration or
combustion.

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Operating Instructions

1

2

3

4

5

1 = 1/2"(12.7mm)
2 = 5/8"(15.9mm)

4 = 3/4"(19.1mm)
5 =13/16"(20.6mm)
6 = 7/8"(22.2mm)

THICKNESS

THICKNESS

1

2

3

4

5

6

6

3 =11/16"(17.5mm)

1

2

3

4

5

1 = 1/2"(12.7mm)
2 = 5/8"(15.9mm)

4 = 3/4"(19.1mm)
5 =13/16"(20.6mm)
6 = 7/8"(22.2mm)

THICKNESS

THICKNESS

1

2

3

4

5

6

6

3 =11/16"(17.5mm)

VERTICAL CONTACT TOASTER

OPERATION

1. Set the Bun Thickness Adjustment Control knobs
to the desired settings (Figure 6). The recom­mended setting is 6.

NOTE: After initial run of 4-6 buns, adjust controls
according to the desired finished product.

2. Turn the Rocker Switch (power On/Off) to ON
(Figure 5).

3. Turn the Temperature Control to 10. Allow 30
minutes warm-up time before proceeding.

4. Drop buns into toaster with the cut sides of heel
and crown facing each other (Figure 5).

5. Toasted product will drop into the Bun Landing
Area (Figure 5).

6. Test at least 4 buns before putting toaster into
service. Turn the Temperature Control to a lower
setting for lighter toasting or to a higher setting for
darker toasting.

7 Turn the unit off when finished toasting

Safety Features

HI-LIMIT RESET BUTTON

Bun Thickness

Adjustment Controls

(see Figure 6)

Bun Landing

Area

Figure 5. Toaster Controls

Hi-Limit Reset

Temperature Control

Rocker Switch

A hi-limit thermostat will turn off electrical power to the
heater and control circuits if the unit overheats. To
reset this thermostat, allow sufficient time (10-15 min­utes) for the unit to cool down, then press and release
reset button located at the rear of the unit (Figure 5).

If the unit requires continuous resetting, contact your
Authorized Service Agency.

CONVEYOR INTERLOCK SAFETY SWITCH

A Conveyor Interlock Safety Switch is located on top
of the unit under the Heat Shield (Figure 4). The con­veyors will not rotate unless the Heat Shield is properly
in place and activating the Conveyor Interlock Safety

Figure 6. Bun Thickness Adjustment Controls

Switch .

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