1. KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
AVERTISSEMENT
AVERTISSEMENT
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser de l’essence ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquids inflammables dans le
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser de l'essence ni d'autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage
voisinage de cet appareil, ni de tout autre appareil.
de cet appareil, ni de tout autre appareil.
WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, OR MAINTENANCE CAN CAUSE
PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH. READ THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING 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
AVERTISSEMENT: Une installation, un ajustement, une aleration,un service ou un entretien non
conforme aux norms peut casuer des dommages a la propriete, de blessures ou la mort. Lisez
attentivement les directives d’installation et d’operation et d’entretien avant de faire l’installation
ou l’entretien de cet e’
ement
Cheesemelter area must be kept free of combustible materials,. Operating personnel must not
perform any maintenance or repair functions. Contact your Qualified Service Company.
1. After uncrating the Automelt™ Cheesemelter unit, inspect for shipping damage. Check that the controller,
switches, and components are intact on the electrical cabinet front. Set the Automelt™ in place and use the
plastic bag to protect it from the debris and trash of building construction. Check that sideskins have not
been dented or damaged by the carrier. If damaged, notify your freight carrier immediately to file a concealed
damage claim, following the instructions attached to the outside of the shipping crate. Your warranty will not
cover freight damage.
2. Because this unit is required to be power fan exhausted, it is necessary to provide adequate make up air
equal to the amount of air removed. In addition to this, any other exhausts, flues, or air removal systems
must be taken into consideration. Examples of this are heat removal fans or hot water heater flues.
EQUIPMENT LOCATION
1. Position Automelt™ to properly align with Autobroil™ under hood.
2. The hood/ventilator for the catering equipment should be located in accordance with the National Fire
Protection Association Standard #96, "Removal of Smoke and Grease-Laden Vapors from Commercial
Cooking Equipment" and any local applicable requirements.
3. For proper installation, the minimum clearance from combustible construction is 6" (152mm) from sides and
6" (152mm) from back.
4. Adequate clearance should be maintained to allow easy access to loading and unloading areas of the
machine.
5. For servicing, unit must be moved 2' (610mm) clear from all construction.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
1. The Electrical Schematic is inside the electrical cabinet, and a copy is also included at the back of this
manual. Make certain the supply voltage and number of supply conductors agrees with the Electrical
Schematic. The load-carrying conductors should be sized according to the loads shown on the Electrical
Schematic per local codes and the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 -Latest Edition. The cheese
melter is supplied with a cord, it will be type 10/4 SJTOW 105 DEG C or higher, L1, L2, N, and ground (See
electrical schematic for proper cord size). The cord will be approximately 6 feet long.
2. On a new electrical service - MAKE CERTAIN THAT VOLTAGE IS WITHIN 10% OF THE UNIT'S RATED VOLTAGE. Appliance should be protected by a properly-sized circuit breaker furnished from the main building circuit panel.
3. There is an Electrical Schematic located in the back of this Owner's Manual and also inside the electrical
cabinet of the machine.
Before operating your Automelt™, make a quick check of critical items as follows:
1. Check that no "binding" and resultant conveyor overloading is present. With the electrical
connections complete and with the electrical cabinet door secured shut, set the forward switch "ON".
Adjust the speed control for mid-point speed. The conveyor should move forward in smooth unaltered
motion. Shut down immediately if there is any evidence of "binding" or other mechanical blockage.
2. Proper conveyor operation is when the amperage draw in the white or black motor lead from the
circuit board to the motor cord measures .15 DC amps or less. To check amperage the cabinet door
will need to be open. THIS PROCEDURE SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
3. The Automelt™ was tested at the factory before shipping so excessive amperage will indicate
conveyor binding caused by shipping damage. Remove the roller chain driving the conveyor in
question and move the conveyor by hand. Identify and remove the source of binding.
4. All heater elements should glow red. For trouble shooting problems, see Section V. CAUTION:
NEVER RUN HEAT WITHOUT CONVEYOR ON AS THIS CAN WARP THE CHAIN; IF CHAIN
STOPS, TURN UNIT OFF IMMEDIATELY.
CHEESEMELTER ADJUSTMENT
The Automelt™ requires 30 minutes to reach stable temperature. After this time lapse, the conveyor speed
can be set to properly heat the product.
III. SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
DAILY CLEANING PROCEDURES
CAUTION: Do not touch the cheesemelter immediately after appliance shut-down. The temperature
inside enclosures is in excess of 500°F (260°C), which eliminates the need to clean any parts
inside the enclosures for sanitary purposes. Any grease that may build up on the exterior of
the enclosures should be cleaned off with a damp cloth and a minimum amount of detergent.
Disconnect the power supply to the appliance before cleaning or servicing.
CAUTION: Under no circumstances should oven cleaner be used on this appliance. CAUSTIC
FUMES CAUSE ELECTRICAL COMPONENT DAMAGE, AND WILL CAUSE MANY
OTHER PROBLEMS IF USED TO CLEAN THIS CHEESEMELTER.
CAUTION: KEEP THE APPLIANCE AREA FREE AND CLEAR FROM COMBUSTIBLES.
1. Turn the unit off and allow to cool
2. Remove all exterior parts except those which are attached with screws. Be careful not to touch any
hot internal cheesemelter components.
3. Scrape deposits from the axles with the axle-scraping tool, furnished with each machine as shown in
Figure 3. * THIS IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GREASE FIRES AT THE REAR OF THE CHEESEMELTER.
4. Remove grease and meat residue from any part of remaining cheesemelter structure where visible.
Use a damp cloth with detergent and a putty knife for best results.
5. Additional cleaning should exhibit good housekeeping and entail a general wiping of all exterior
surfaces. DO NOT GET WATER ON THE ELECTRICAL CABINET OR THE HEATING ELEMENTS.
NEVER HOSE THE MACHINE.
6. After cleaning all removable parts as noted, allow to dry and reassemble.
* Drip Tray
* Reflector
* Product Catch Pan and Insert
* NOTE: these items may be removed during the cool down time.
Figure 2
Figure 2
Figure 2
MONTHLY CLEANING PROCEDURES
1. Remove the cheesemelter conveyor chain from the machine and steam clean or soak in detergent
solution. The conveyor is removed by taking the conveyor apart at the cutlinks. When the conveyor is
removed, check all heating elements and replace elements showing extreme corrosion. Check
bearings for excessive wear and order replacements where needed. Make certain conveyors are
reinstalled going in the correct direction. PLACING CHAIN ON BACKWARDS WILL CAUSE SEVERE BINDING PROBLEMS.
1. If required, remove conveyor and soak in hot soapy water overnight. The chain is removed by lifting
axle up to produce slack and separating using cutlink. When replacing chain, make certain the
conveyor is installed properly. PLACING CHAIN ON BACKWARD WILL CAUSE SEVERE BINDING PROBLEMS.
2. Lubricate the roller (drive) chain with a few drops of any grade motor or machine oil.
3. Remove and inspect all motor brushes and replace if less than 1/4" (6mm) is left.
4. CAUTION: DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE OPENING PANEL. Retighten the screw lugs on the
main power wires at the main terminal block and solid-state relay (S/N 0605B03430 & 0605B03431)
inside the control box. Check that other electrical connections are still tight.
INVENTORY THE SPARE PARTS KIT (IF APPLICABLE) AND ORDER MISSING PARTS AS NEEDED.
KEEP A COMPLETE SET OF PARTS ON HAND AT ALL TIMES.
IV. TROUBLE SHOOTING
This section contains a list of possible problems with your Automelt™. By locating the problem in this section,
you may be able to make a quick repair. ALL ELECTRICAL TROUBLE SHOOTING INVOLVING ACCESS
INTO THE MOTORS OR ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURES MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
*
INSTRUCTIONS MARKED WITH ASTERISKS SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY
AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
1. MACHINE HAS POWER BUT ELEMENTS ARE OUT.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
A) Check to make sure cheesemelter on-off switch is in
is coming out of switch (see Electrical Schematic).
B) Check that power is passing to and through the solid state relays (S/N 0605B03430 &
0605B03431).
C) Check wiring to individual elements.
E) Check fuses to each element.
F) Check elements.
2. CONVEYOR CHAIN WILL NOT MOVE.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
A) Check for object caught in conveyor, causing a jam. SOLUTION: Remove object.
* B) Check 1.5 amp fuse on front of the control cabinet. SOLUTION: Replace if blown and
turn cheesemelter off, and turn cheesemelter on.
* C) Check to see if motor shaft is moving. SOLUTION: Sprocket needs to be tightened.
* D) Check switch to make sure power is flowing through it. SOLUTION: Replace switch.
* E) Connect motor control leads to an operating motor speed control board. SOLUTION: If motor
runs, replace motor control board. If motor still does not run, replace motor.
3. CONVEYOR RUNS BUT SPEED IS CONSTANT
POSSIBLE CAUSE
* A) There are four parts to the motor system. They are the motor, the circuit board, the rotary
speed control and the fuse mounted on the side of the control cabinet. The most likely problem
would be the rotary speed control (potentiometer). SOLUTION: Using spare parts, replace one part at
a time until the trouble spot is identified.
4. REPEATED MECHANICAL BINDING.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
A) Check to see that chain is not on backward. SOLUTION: See proper chain installation on
Figure 3.
B) Inspect chain closely for bent or warped links that may be snagging and causing a binding
condition. Also check that the chain links are not climbing out of the sprockets as the conveyor
rotates. SOLUTION: Straighten or replace bad links. Season new links with cloth saturated with
shortening before broiler reaches full operating temperature.
C) Make sure the axle assembly is clean and free of grease and food residue to allow smooth
movement of the conveyor. SOLUTION: Clean axle.
D) Check the axle assembly to make certain all set collars, bearings, etc. are properly positioned
and secure.
E) Disassemble conveyor axle assembly and check condition of bushings and bearings for
excessive wear. SOLUTION: Replace if worn or damaged.
F) Visually inspect the motor drive chain assembly for smooth rotation of chain. SOLUTION:
Make certain there are no binding or worn components.
G) Make sure conveyor is not catching on catch pan insert. See Figure 3 SOLUTION: Straighten
bent insert.
5. CHEESE DOES NOT MELT COMPLETELY.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
A) Check to make sure the heat reflector is installed (Figure 2).
B) Check to make sure all elements are working.
C) Check the speed of the conveyor.
6. PRODUCT NOT SLIDING INTO CATCH AREA.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
A) Catch Panel Insert (Figure 2) needs cleaning.
V. ASSEMBLY & DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. To Replace the Heating Elements:
A. Disconnect power to the cheesemelter.
B. Remove the access cover on the left side of the cheesemelter.
C. Disconnect the wires to the element to be replaced.
D. Remove the screws attaching the access cover on the right side of the cheesemelter.
E. Remove element lock over ends of elements in right side of cheesemelter.
F. Pull the element out of the broiler through the slot in the side of the broiler.
G. Insert a new element, being careful to position the element rods through the central support.
H. Reconnect wiring and install covers.
I. Connect power and test operation.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT CAPABLE OF BEING SAFELY PLACED INTO
OPERATION DURING A POWER FAILURE AND NO ATTEMPT TO
OPERATE IT SHOULD BE MADE.
VI. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When ordering parts, make sure to specify the machine model number, voltage and serial number as
shown by the label attached to the right side cover.