Wells BT-218T Operation Manual

WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY

2 ERIK CIRCLE, P. O. Box 280

Verdi, NV 89439

Customer Service [phone] Ext.502

fax: [phone]

www.wellsbloomfield.com

OPERATION MANUAL

MODEL BT-218T

HOAGIE BUN

TOASTER

with ELECTRONIC TIMER

Includes

INSTALLATION

USE & CARE

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This manual is considered to be part of the appliance and is to be given to the OWNER or
MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of

this appliance. Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER.

THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR

INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any

questions concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.

p/n 304318 Rev. (-) M207 100301 cps

IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

Unless otherwise specified, all commercial cooking equip­ment manufactured by WELLS MFG. CO. is warranted
against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
one year from the date of original installation or 18 months
from the date of shipment from our factory, whichever
comes first, and is for the benefit of the original purchaser
only.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE AND ONLY WAR­RANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN LAW OR IN FACT,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICU­LAR PURPOSE, AND/OR FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH
WELLS MFG. CO. PRODUCTS. This warranty is void if it
is determined that, upon inspection by an authorized service
agency, the equipment has been modified, misused, misap­plied, improperly installed, or damaged in transit or by fire,
flood or act of God. It also does not apply if the serial name­plate has been removed, or if service is performed by unau-

SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE

ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS

1. Resetting of safety thermostats, circuit breakers, over
load protectors, and/or fuse replacements are not
covered by this warranty unless warranted conditions
are the cause.

2. All problems due to operation at voltages or phase
other than specified on equipment nameplates are
not covered by this warranty.
Conversion to correct voltage and/or phase must be
the customer’s responsibility.

3. All problems due to electrical connections not made

in accordance with electrical code requirements
and wiring diagrams supplied with the equipment are

not covered by this warranty.

4. Replacement of items subject to normal wear, to
include such items as knobs, light bulbs; and, normal
maintenance functions including adjustments of
thermostats, adjustment of micro switches and
replacement of fuses and indicating lights are not
covered by warranty.

5. Damage to electrical cords and/or plug due to exposure
to excessive heat are not covered by this warranty.

6. Full use, care, and maintenance instructions supplied
with each machine. Noted maintenance and

preventative maintenance items, such as servicing and

thorized personnel. The prices charged by Wells Mfg. Co.
for its products are based upon the limitations in this war­ranty. Seller’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the
repair of defects without charge by a Wells Mfg. Co. factory
authorized service agency or one of its sub-service agen­cies. This service will be provided on customer’s premises
for non-portable models. Portable models (a device with a
cord and plug) must be taken or shipped to the closest au­thorized service agency, transportation charges prepaid, for
service. In addition to restrictions contained in this warranty,
specific limitations are shown in the Service Policy and Pro­cedure Guide. Wells Mfg. Co. authorized service agencies
are located in principal cities. This warranty is valid in the
United States and Canada and void elsewhere. Please con­sult your classified telephone directory, your foodservice
equipment dealer or write the Factory Service Department,
Wells Manufacturing Company, P.O. Box 280, Verdi, Ne­vada 89439, phone [phone] or [phone], for
information and other details concerning warranty.

cleaning schedules, are customer responsibility. Those
miscellaneous adjustments noted are customer
responsibility. Proper attention to preventative
maintenance and scheduled maintenance procedures
will prolong the life of the appliance.

7. Travel mileage is limited to sixty (60) miles from an
Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub-service
agencies.

8. All labor shall be performed during regular working
hours. Overtime premium will be charged to the buyer.

9. All genuine Wells replacement parts are warranted for
ninety (90) days from date of purchase on non­warranty equipment. This parts warranty is limited only
to replacement of the defective part(s). Any use of

non-genuine Wells parts completely voids any

warranty.

10. Installation, labor, and job check-outs are not

considered warranty and are thus not covered by this
warranty.

11. Charges incurred by delays, waiting time or operating

restrictions that hinder the service technician’s ability to
perform service are not covered by warranty. This
includes institutional and correctional facilities.

SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE

NOTE: For your protection, please note that equipment in

this shipment was carefully inspected and packaged by
skilled personnel before leaving the factory. Upon accep­tance of this shipment, the transportation company assumes
full responsibility for its safe delivery.
IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:

1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain that any
visible loss or damage is noted on the freight bill or
express receipt, and that the note of loss or damage is
signed by the delivery person.

2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY:

Regardless of the extent of the damage.

3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: if damage is
unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked, notify the
transportation company or carrier immediately, and file
“CONCEALED DAMAGE” claim with them. This
should be done within fifteen (15) days from the date
the delivery was made to you. Be sure to retain the
container for inspection.

Wells Manufacturing cannot assume liability for damage or
loss incurred in transit. We will, however, at your request,
supply you with the necessary documents to support your
claim.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY xi
SPECIFICATIONS 1
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS 2
PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION 3
AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION 3
INSTALLATION 4
OPERATION 6
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS 7
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 8
PARTS & SERVICE 9
CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA 9

INTRODUCTION

Thank You for purchasing this Wells Manufacturing Co. appliance.

Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance will ensure that it
gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.

This manual contains the information needed to properly install this appliance, and to use and care for the
appliance in a manner which will ensure its optimum performance.

SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS:
Height 7 1/2”
Width 22”
Deep 5”

ELECTRICAL:
Volts 120 single phase
Watts 450
Amps 3.75
Power Cord NEMA 5-15P

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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS

HEAT SHIELD

COOKING BLADE

DRIP
TRAY

ADJUSTABLE

FOOT

TIME
ONLY

LEFT CONTROLLER

LEFT TIMER START

TEMPERATURE

CONTROLLER

DIGITAL DISPLAY

TIME &

POWER CORD

RIGHT CONTROLLER

RIGHT TIMER START

POWER
SWITCH

POWER ON
INDICATOR LAMP

ACTIVE PROGRAM INDICATOR

NOT USED

UP TO TEMP INDICATOR

PRESS AND HOLD TO SET ITEM

Model BT-218T Hoagie Bun Toaster Features & Operating Controls

PRESS AND RELEASE
TO START TIMER

DECREASE ITEM

INCREASE ITEM

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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION

This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments
only.

This appliance is intended
No other use is
agents.

Operators of this appliance must be familiar with the appliance use,
limitations and associated restrictions. Operating instructions must be
read and understood by all persons using or installing this appliance.

Cleanliness of this appliance is essential to good sanitation. Read and
follow all included cleaning instructions and schedules to ensure the
safety of the food product.

Disconnect this appliance from electrical power before performing any
maintenance or servicing.

DO NOT submerge this appliance in water. Do not splash or pour
water on, in or over any controls, control panel or wiring.

The technical content of this manual, including any wiring diagrams,
schematics, parts breakdown illustrations and/or adjustment
procedures, is intended for use by qualified technical personnel.

Any procedure which requires the use of tools must be performed by a
qualified technician.

This manual is considered to be a permanent part of the appliance.
This manual and all supplied instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts
breakdown illustrations, notices and labels must remain with the
appliance if it is sold or moved to another location.

This appliance is made in the USA. Unless otherwise noted, this
appliance has American sizes on all hardware.

recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its

to prepare food for human consumption.

WARNING:

Electric
Shock hazard

All servicing requiring
access to non-insulated
electrical components
must be performed by a
factory authorized techni­cian.
DO NOT open any access
panel which requires the
use of tools. Failure to
follow this warning can
result in severe electrical
shock.

CAUTION:

Risk of

DO NOT connect or
energize this appliance
until all installation
instructions are read and
followed. Damage to the
appliance will result if
these instructions are not
followed.

Damage

AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION

This appliance conforms to NSF Standard 4 for sanitation only if
installed in accordance with the supplied Installation Instructions.

This appliance is

U Listed under UL File #E6070

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E6070

STD 4

INSTALLATION

NOTE: DO NOT discard

the carton or other packing
materials until you have
inspected the appliance for
hidden damage and tested it
for proper operation.
Refer to SHIPPING DAMAGE
CLAIM PROCEDURE on the
inside front cover of this
manual.

CAUTION:

Electric Shock
Hazard

The ground prong of the
power cord is part of a system
designed to protect you from
electric shock in the event of
internal damage to the appli­ance.
NEVER CUT OFF THE
GROUND PRONG (large
round prong).
NEVER TWIST A PRONG TO
FIT AN EXISTING
RECEPTACLE. Contact a
licensed electrician to install
an electrical receptacle
appropriate to the voltage and
amperage requirements of the
appliance.

IMPORTANT:

Damage due to being
connected to the wrong
voltage or phase is NOT
covered by warranty

UNPACKING & INSPECTION

Carefully remove the appliance from the carton. Remove all
protective plastic film, packing materials and accessories from the
Appliance before connecting electrical power or otherwise performing
any installation procedure.

Carefully read all instructions in this manual and the Installation
Instruction Sheet packed with the appliance before starting any
installation.

Read and understand all labels and diagrams attached to the
appliance.

Carefully account for all components and accessories before
discarding packing materials. Store all accessories in a convenient
place for later use.

SETUP

Setup the appliance only on a firm level surface. Non-combustible
material (e.g. metal, tile or terrazzo) is recommended.

Avoid storing flammable or combustible materials near the appliance.

Rubber support pads are provided. The pads must be properly
installed, and all four pads must be in firm contact with the counter to
prevent tipping or “walking”.

ELECTRICAL

Refer to the nameplate. Verify the electrical service power. Voltage
and phase must match the nameplate specifications. Plugging the
appliance into the wrong voltage can severely damage the equipment
or cause noticeably decreased performance.

Your appliance is equipped with a grounded electric power cord. This
cord must be plugged into a properly grounded electrical receptacle.

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OPERATION

BT-218T HOAGIE BUN TOASTER

NORMAL OPERATION

1. Place toaster on a non-combustible countertop.

2. Plug into a 120 Volt 15 Amp receptacle.

3. Press POWER SWITCH to the ON position. Indicator light on
switch will glow when toaster is energized.
The RIGHT digital display will display the actual temperature for
15 seconds.

4. Allow toaster to pre-heat for 15 minutes before using. Press the
SET button of the RIGHT controller to view the actual temperature.
Temperature will be displayed for 15 seconds, then the display will
return to 00:00.

5. Butter inside of hoagie bun, being careful to not open bun too far.

6. Position bun on toaster blade right or left side: cut edge down,

hinge edge up.

7. Press the appropriate timer start switch. Display will countdown
from time remaining.

8. When the display reads 00:00, An audible alarm will sound for 4

seconds. Remove bun from toaster blade.

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROLLER

NOTE: RIGHT controller controls temperature for both sides.

Set TEMPERATURE

• On right controller, press and hold the SET button.

• Press the UP ARROW button to raise the temperature setting.

Press the DOWN ARROW button to lower the temperature setting.

• Release the SET button to complete the change.

• Maximum temperature is 550ºF.

Set TIME

• On either controller, press and hold UP ARROW and DOWN

ARROW buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to enter the TIME
mode. The display will read “tMr”.

• Press and hold the SET button.

• Press the UP ARROW button to raise the time setting. Press the

DOWN ARROW button to lower the lower setting.

• Release the SET button. Press and hold UP ARROW and DOWN

ARROW buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to complete the
change. The display will read :00:00”.

WARNING:

Burn Hazard

The cooking blade will be
very hot during operation and
will cause serious burns if
touched.

CAUTION:

Hot Surface

Exposed surfaces can be hot
to the touch and may cause
burns.

NOTE: Toaster blade will
accommodate two 9” hoagie
buns at one time. Buns may
be toasted and removed
separately.

ERROR CODES

The controller will show an
error code on the digital
display in the event of certain
malfunctions.
Contact your Authorized
Wells Service Agency if an
error code cannot be cleared
by turning the power switch
off then back on.

Er1 Reversed thermocouple

Er2 Sensor type mismatch or
open thermocouple

Er3 Sensor type mismatch

Er4 Open thermocouple, bad
connection or broken
wire

Er5 Electrical noise

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

Electric Shock
Hazard

Disconnect appliance
from electric power
before cleaning.

CAUTION:
Burn Hazard

Allow appliance to cool
completely before
cleaning.

CAUTION:

Electric Shock
Hazard

Do not submerge
appliance in water.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT spill
or pour water into controls,
control panel or wiring.

DO NOT submerge appliance
in water. Damage to internal
components will occur.
Damage to internal
components from water
damage is not covered by
warranty.

PREPARATION Press POWER SWITCH to OFF
Allow toaster to cool completely before

cleaning

Unplug toaster from receptacle before

cleaning

FREQUENCY Daily, or as needed

TOOLS Mild Detergent, Non-abrasive cleanser

Soft Cloth or Sponge

CLEANING

DO NOT SUBMERGE TOASTER IN WATER.

DO NOT SPLASH OR POUR WATER ONTO POWER
SWITCH, CONTROLLER, TIMER SWITCH, COOKING
BLADE OR BLADE SUPPORT.

1. Remove DRIP TRAY. Empty drip tray. Clean drip tray
in a sink using warm water and a non-abrasive
detergent, or in a dishwasher.

2. Wipe exterior surfaces of toaster with a soft cloth
dampened with warm water and mild detergent.

3. COOKING BLADE may be cleaned with a soft cloth and
non-abrasive cleanser if necessary. Rinse by wiping
with a clean soft cloth dampened with warm water.

4. Reinstall drip tray. Plug toaster into electrical
receptacle.

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PARTS & SERVICE

ACCESSORIES AND PARTS

DESCRIPTION SERVICE
PART NO.

DRIP TRAY 22831

IMPORTANT: Use only
factory authorized
service parts.

For factory authorized
service, or to order factory
authorized replacement
parts, contact your Wells
authorized service agency,
or call:

Wells Manufacturing Co

2 Erik Circle
P. O. Box 280
Verdi, NV 89439
phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
(Service Parts Dept.)

Service Parts Department
can supply you with the
name and telephone
number of the WELLS
AUTHORIZED SERVICE
AGENCY nearest you.

.

RESTAURANT _____________________________ LOCATION _____________
INSTALLATION DATE ________________________ TECHNICIAN ___________
SERVICE COMPANY ________________________________________________
ADDRESS ___________________________ STATE ______ ZIP__________
TELEPHONE NUMBER (_____)_____-_________

EQUIPMENT MODEL NO. _______________
EQUIPMENT SERIAL NO. _______________

VOLTAGE: (check one)  120  208  240

CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA

please have this information available if calling for service

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WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY

DIVISION OF CARRIER REFRIGERATION

2 ERIK CIRCLE, P. O. Box 280

Verdi, NV 89439

Customer Service [phone] Ext.502

fax: [phone]

www.wellsbloomfield.com