Savory C-20VS Installation Manual

INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL for C-20VS and C-40VS

Vertical Conveyor Toasters

The C-20VS and C-40VS vertical conveyor
toasters are capable of toasting breads, buns,
bagels, English muffins and more. The C­20VS produces up to 920 slices per hour and
the C-40VS produces up to 1200 slices per
hour. The C-20VS and C-40VS differ only in
size and capacity. The information contained
in this manual will pertain to both models
except where noted.
Standard features include: Front or Rear
delivery capability, variable conveyor speed,
one or two-sided toasting, durable, easy to
clean stainless steel construction.

NOTE: This manual contains important
safety, installation and operation instruc­tions. Require all operators to read this
manual before using the unit. Failure to
follow the instructions contained in this
manual may cause injury, damage to the
unit and will void the warranthy.

THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE USE

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BEFORE INSTALLATION

NOTE: Upon receipt of this unit, immediately unpack and inspect for possible concealed
shipping damage. If unit is found to be damaged, save all packing materials and contact your
delivery carrier within 5 days. Refer to “Shipping Damage Instructions” enclosed for detailed
instructions. Failure to follow these instructions will negate Merco/Savory’s or your ability to
file claims and receive compensation for shipping damage.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Install this unit in the most convenient location for ease of cleaning, maintenance and general operation. Avoid installing in
locations with drafts, close proximity to grease or vapor-producing appliances, or other high ambient heat equipment. Allow
approximately 1” clearance on sides and back of unit for proper air circulation. Allow sufficient overhead clearance for
proper heat dissipation. This toaster must be level for proper operation and come equipped with 4” adjustable legs for this
purpose. (See enclosed instruction sheet for details)

Before operating this unit, be sure that the toast receiving tray and product carriers are properly installed:

1. The toast receiving tray is factory installed in the front delivery position. Check to see if tray slots are securely placed
over protruding pins on inside toaster panels. If rear delivery position is desired, remove tray from front of toaster, and
re-insert from back of toaster making sure slots engage the 2 protruding pins.

2. To install product carriers, rotate chain until master link is centered at front of toaster. Press one chain to the side so
carrier can engage the first 2 pins directly under the blank space created by the master link on each chain. Make sure
both sides of carrier have engaged parallel pins. Place remaining carriers on chain making sure no space is left
between carriers. Product retainer bars simply slip into holes in carrier.

WARNING

THIS TOASTER MUST BE PLUGGED INTO THE

PROPER VOLTAGE WHICH IS SPECIFIED ON

THE DATA PLATE LOCATED ON THE BACK

PANEL OF THE TOASTER. USE OF ANY OTHER

VOLTAGE OR ALTERING OF PLUG WILL

DAMAGE UNIT, VOID WARRANTY, AND MAY

CAUSE INJURY.

CONTROL PANEL FEATURES

Variable Conveyor Speed Control - Located at top of control panel, this control regulates the speed of the conveyor belt,

If product is too dark, increase the speed of the conveyor belt. If product is too light, decrease the speed of the conveyor
belt.

Bun/Toast Switch - Set this switch to “Bun” position for one-sided toasting. Set at “Toast” position for two-sided toasting.
Thermostat Control - This regulates the heating elements. If the product is too light, rotate knob to a higher number, If

the product is too dark, rotate this know to a lower number. The thermostat will maintain a constant temperature to give
correct toasting heat and color to the product.

On/Off Switch - Both the conveyor and the heating elements are controlled by this switch.

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. CAUTION: Exterior surfaces of toaster become hot during use. Use caution when operating.

2. Set Bun/Toast switch to desired position. “Bun” position for one sided toasting; “Toast” position for two-sided toast­ing.

3. Set Variable Conveyor Speed control to #8. Experimentation will be necessary to obtain desired results on your
individual products. Increase speed if product is too dark. Decrease speed if product is too light.

4. Set Thermostat at #7 and allow a 20 minute warm-up period. After warm-up period has elapsed, adjust to desired
setting. Experimentation will be necessary to obtain desired results on your individual products. Rotate to a higher
number if product is too light. Rotate to a lower number if product is too dark.

When toasting bread (Both sides): Follow steps listed above setting Bun/Toast switch to “Toast” position. Place bread
in the exposed carriers behind the product retainers. If toaster has been operating in the “Bun” position, allow a few
minutes for heat build-up.
When toasting buns (single side): Follow steps above setting Bun/Toast switch to “Bun” position. Place buns in the
exposed carriers, behind the product retainers. Be sure to place CUT SIDE OF THE BUN FACING OUTWARD. If toaster
has been operating in the “Toast” position, allow a few minutes for heat-escape time.

NOTE: Toasting English muffins or bagels will require slower conveyor speed.

TOASTING BREAD PRODUCTS

Toasting bread products may seen to be a simple process, but the results can be easily affected by a number of factors.
The first consideration is the type of product being tested. Varieties of bread, such as whole wheat, rye, white, English
muffins, bagels and buns have different requirements to become perfectly toasted. Dryness or moisture content of the
bread (mostly described as “freshness”, with more moisture being the fresher), sugar content and the thickness of the slice
or bun all play a predominate role during toasting.

Your C-20VS and C-40VS toasters are designed to accommodate these varieties of bread products by adjusting the
conveyor speed to create lighter or darker toasting and to allow for toasting thicker products that contain more moisture
such as English muffins or fresh bagels. It is normal to operate the toaster in the lower ranges of the speed control to
perform toasting of these more difficult products.

Certain breads that contain fruit and nuts may require more attention. Loose pieces can fall on the heating elements or into
the conveyor mechanism and cause premature wear on the toaster. It is recommended that loose pieces be removed
before placing the bread on the conveyor.

Since it is nearly impossible to predetermine what conveyor speed produces perfect results, some experimentation is
necessary with all the types of bread you will be toasting. Once all varieties of product have been tried and the proper
settings found, document the results and refer to them when toasting. Remember that allowances for freshness might
require additional adjustments.

When toasting a high volume of product, as in peak periods, additional adjustment may be required when demand is
reduced to an occasional toast order. If the toaster is operating, without bread passing through the conveyor, heat builds
up within the “empty” toaster. The occasional toast order now will brown more rapidly and may require turning conveyor
speed to a higher number to compensate. Conversely, when toasting occasional orders and changing to high volume may
require slowing the conveyor because the higher volume of bread actually cools down the toaster.

When going through these transitional periods, adjust conveyor speed faster or slower accordingly. It is suggested that you
set the conveyor speed at a lower number for thicker products or when the toaster is cool and to a higher number when
toasting thinner products or when the toaster has been idle for a period of time.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: UNPLUG TOASTER AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE CLEANING.

The C-20VS and C-40VS toasters are designed for easy cleaning. Crumbs will collect only in the receiving tray. It can be
readily removed for cleaning. The lustrous outer surface need nothing more than a daily wiping with a soft damp cloth.
Product carriers must be removed for cleaning. Position carrier midway in front of the machine. Press one carrier chain to
the side to allow carrier chain pins to slip out of the holes in the side of the carrier. Clean carriers in hot sudsy water.
Straighten any bent wires before replacing. When replacing, start the first carrier on the pins directly under the blank space
on the carrier chain created by the master link. Be sure pins enter the proper holes and that the carriers are properly
aligned. Do not use abrasive cleaners on any part of this toaster. This will cause damage to the finish of the unit.

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