Wells BWB-1S User 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

BELGIAN

WAFFLE

BAKER

211

for

Model

BWB-1S

includes:

INSTALLATION,

OPERATION

and

PREVENTATIVE

MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

This manual is considered to be part of the BELGIAN WAFFLE BAKER
and is to be given to the OWNER or MANAGER of the restaurant, or to
the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of this WAFFLE
BAKER. Additional manuals are available from your Wells Dealer.

P/N 45257 Rev. D M211 111500 cps

THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS
USING OR INSTALLING THIS BELGIAN WAFFLE BAKER.
Contact your Wells Dealer if you have any questions concerning

installation, operation or maintenance of this appliance.

LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

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 unauthorized
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 food service
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.

SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE

ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS

1. Resetting of safety thermostats, circuit breakers, overload 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 customers 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. Calibration of heat controls after the first sixty (60) days on original equipment; 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. All welding of components in the field is not covered by warranty.

6. Deterioration of aluminum components due to the insertion of metal implements or use of abrasive cleaners is not covered by warranty.

7. Full use, care, and maintenance instructions are supplied with each machine. Noted maintenance and preventative maintenance items,
such as servicing and cleaning schedules, are customer responsibility. Those miscellaneous adjustments noted are customer
responsibility. Proper attention to preventatve maintenance and scheduled maintenance procedures will prolong the life of the machine.

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

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

10. All genuine Wells replacement parts are warranted for ninety (90) days from date of purchase on non-warranty 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.

11. Installation, labor, and job check-outs are not considered warranty and are thus not covered by this warranty.

12. 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

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.

date the delivery was made to you. Be sure to retain the container for inspection.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty Inside Cover
Specifications 1
Features and Operating Controls 2
Safety Procedures 3
Installation Instructions 4
Operating Instructions 6
Preventative Maintenance Procedures

Timer Adjustment 7
Daily Cleaning 7

Removing Excess Carbon Build-Up 8
Troubleshooting 9
Parts and Service 10

DIMENSIONS

Wide 10-1/8”

Deep 14”

High 10-9/16”

ELECTRICAL

Voltage 120 VAC 1Ø

Amperage 7.5 Amp

Wattage 900 W

Electrical Plug Configuration NEMA 5-15P

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS

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8919

482040

41

RIGHT SIDE VIEW

shown in “open” position

17

43
42

28

18
17

75

3

2

4

1

5

6

66

FRONT VIEW

BACK VIEW

shown in “cook” position

8. POWER CORD 115VAC. NEMA 5-15P Plug

9. DATA PLATE Identifies Manufacturer, Model & Serial numbers;
gives voltage rating.

17. HANDLE ASSEMBLY Used to raise/lower top lid and to rotate grids for cooking.

18. SUPPORT BRACKET Supports front of grids.

19. HOLE PLUG ASSEMBLY Covers and protects timer control.

20. GRID COVER Covers and protects electrical wiring in grid.

28. INDICATOR LIGHT When lit, indicates timer is in “cook” cycle.

40. PIVOT ASSEMBLY Supports back of grids, allows grids to rotate for cooking.

41. RUBBER FOOT Non-skid support for baker; allow adjustments for levelling.

42. LOWER GRID ASSEMBLY Cooking element (grid); contains temperature control sensor.

43. UPPER GRID ASSEMBLY Cooking element (grid).

48. TIMER Sounds audible alarm to warn operator at end of bake cycle.

66. POWER SWITCH Energizes/de-energizes the baker.

75. DRIP TRAY Catches batter drippings for easier clean-up.

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SAFETY PROCEDURES

GROUND

Knowledge of proper procedures is essential to the safe operation of electrically energized equipment. In
accordance with generally accepted product safety labeling guidelines for potential hazards, the following
signal words and symbols are used throughout this chapter.

DANGER - Danger is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will cause

DANGER

severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage in the event the state­ ment is ignored.

WARNING - Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which can cause

personal injury, possible death or major property damage in the event the statement is
ignored.

CAUTION - Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will or can

cause minor personal injury, or property damage in the event the statement is
ignored.

NOTE - Note is used to notify personnel of installation, operation or maintenance information

which is important, but not hazard related.

WARNINGS AND GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments to cook food for human consumption.
No other use is recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its agents.

CAUTION: DO NOT plug in or energize this appliance until Installation

Instructions are read and followed. Injury to the operator and damage to the Waffle
Baker may occur if these instructions are not followed.

CAUTION: This Wells Belgian Waffle Baker is equipped with
a three-prong electrical plug. The three-prong plug is part of a

system that will protect you in the event of an electrical wiring
failure. Be sure the three-prong plug is plugged into a matching and
properly grounded three-prong receptacle. DO NOT cut or break
off the ground prong of this plug.

OPERATING AN APPLIANCE WITHOUT PROPER GROUNDING

CAN RESUL T IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJUR Y

WARNING: All servicing requiring access to non-insulated electrical components

must be performed by a qualified service technician. Do not open any access panels
which require the use of tools. Failure to follow these directions can result in electrical shock.

PRONG

IMPORTANT: Make sure that the incoming voltage is the same as the unit is rated for. See
the data plate on the back of the waffle baker for the specified voltage and wattage.

NOTE: This manual should be considered a permanant part of this appliance. This
manual must remain with the appliance if it is sold or moved to another location.

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