Fastron Parts VC-220 Operation Manual

VC-220 VISION Series

8 Product Keys / VFD Display

Operating Guide

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Notices–Before You Start, Please Read Entire Manual

NOTE: This manual will thoroughly familiarize you with the operation of the (FASTRON.) Controller so that you

(FAST.) is not liable for any use of product not in

accordance with its installation and operating

instructions.

may use it in the most effective way to enhance the smooth running of your restaurant’s cooking operations.

There are four modes of operation on the Controller:

Before using this equipment, or for any questions on

the operation of the appliance, consult and follow all

instructions and safety warnings found in the

appliance operator’s manual supplied from the

manufacturer of the appliance.

Not all features are available on some models.

CONTROLLER OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

The solid state components in this controller are designed to operate reliably in a temperature range up to 158°F/70°C. Before installing this controller, it should be verified that the ambient temperature at the mounting location does not exceed 158°F/70°C.

CLEANING THE CONTROLLER

Using a clean damp cloth, wipe down your controller daily using a commercial quality foodservice-approved detergent.

Do not allow oil to build up on any part of the controller.

• Operating Mode — used to time various menu items

• Product Program Mode — used to add or modify menu items or change settings

• System Program Mode — used to modify operating parameters

• Diagnostic Mode — used to test product key LEDs, product key audible signals, the VFD display, and cook status LEDs

This instruction booklet covers (FASTRON.) Vision Controller Model VC-220.

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INSTALLING THE CONTROLLER

1. Use supplied mounting screws and brackets to secure controller to appliance.

2. Attach the grill control cable to controller and the gas control valve on the grill.

NEVER use chemical or abrasive cleaners on your controller. The controller’s overlay may be damaged.

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Controller Features

NOTE: The controller operates in minutes and seconds.

1 PRODUCT KEY: In “Programming” mode used to program product cooking

times. In “Operating” mode, used to start product timing cycles.

2 ACROSS-THE-KITCHEN MONITORING: Easy-to-read, VFD (vacuum fluores-

cent) display allows crew members to quickly check the status of any food product from across the kitchen. The display will show the countdown or name of product.

3 STATUS LAMPS: Red, yellow and green lamp lights provide visual indication

of stage time (cooking, hold, discard, and idle). See page 6 for further explanation.

4 PROGRAMMING KEY: In “Operating” mode, allows access to the program-

ming mode. In “Programming” mode, steps to the next function to be programmed.

5 ENGLISH/SPANISH KEY: User can toggle between English and Spanish lan-

guages during or prior to a cook cycle.

6 ENTER KEY: Used to save “Programming” changes. It is also used during sys-

tem information, system program and disgnostic modes.

7 UP and DOWN ARROW KEYS: In “Programming” mode, scrolls through fea-

tures forwards (up) or backwards (down).

8 Clear window for replaceable menu strip.

9 ON/OFF SWITCH: Located in the rear of unit.

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Feature Definitions

Stage Timing

Each product key has up to eleven (11) timing stages.

Each stage has:

1. Product name

2. Auto preheat flag

3. Stage or preheat time

4. Stage name

5. Heat ON time

6. Lamp color

7. Lamp state

8. Stage done

9. Hold mode flag

10. Cancel mode

11. Beep frequency

Cancel Mode

The VC-220 offers a choice of Manual or Automatic canceling of each product stage.

English/Spanish Mode

The user can switch from English to Spanish languages by pressing this key on the front panel either before or during a timing cycle.

Cook Status Lamp Lights

a. SOLID RED: Idle Mode b. FLASHING RED: Discard Mode (until someone

presses the product button to return to idle mode).

c. SOLID YELLOW: Last Hold Mode d. SOLID GREEN: Ready to Serve, Initial Hold Modes e. FLASHING GREEN: Pre-Heat/Cooking Modes

NOTE: These are default settings that can be configured in each stage.

Power Loss Protection

In the event of a momentary power loss, the controller will resume its current operation from the point power was interrupted. Programmed recipes are always saved.

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Alarm Frequency — 6 Different

The VC-220 can be programmed for one of six (6) different alarm frequencies. Choices are NONE, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 beeps per second.

Hold Mode

Each recipe stage has an associated hold mode flag. The hold mode flag is used by the auto-preheat function, and the auto cancel and restart function. If an active recipe stage has its hold mode flag set to enabled, then the stage is referred to as a “Hold mode” stage and is used to warm and/or hold the product for a programmable amount of time. If the flag is set to disabled, then the stage is a cook stage and is used to cook the product or dissipate excess steam. A “Hold Mode” stage uses the same programmable parameters as a cook stage. However, one unique functional difference of an active “Hold Mode” stage is that the recipe may be restarted while performing this type of stage.

Intuitive User Interface

a. Bright blue 16x2 (16 characters x 2 lines) VFD

(vacuum flourescent display).

b. Red LED lights for each product key.

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