WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
2 ERIK CIRCLE, P. O. Box 280
Verdi, NV 89439
Customer Service (775) 345-0444 Ext .502
fax: (775) 345-0569
www.wellsbloomfield.com
OPERATION MANUAL for
ELECTRIC BARBECUE ROTISSERIE
WRT-15
includes: INSTALLATION
USE and CARE
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IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
This manual is considered to be part of the ROTISSERIE and is to be
given to the OWNER or MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person
responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of this ROTISSERIE. Additional
manuals are available from your Wells Dealer.
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS
USING OR INSTALLING THIS ROTISSERIE. Contact your Wells
Dealer if you have any questions concerning installation, operation or
maintenance of this appliance.
p/n 300322 Rev. (A) M282 110100 cps
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 (775) 345-0444 or (888) 492-2782, 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 preventative 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 agendas.
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
Programming the Controller 6
Operating Instructions 8
Preventative Maintenance and Cleaning Instructions
Precautions 11
Care of StainlessSteel 12
Preventitive Maintenance Card
Cleaning Instructions 13
Parts and Service 15
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS
Wide 36.0”
Deep 25.25”
High 34.0”
CAPACITY 15 birds (maximum weight: 3 lbs / 1.2kg per bird)
ELECTRICAL
Voltage 208 VAC 1Ø
Amperage 36.0 Amps
Voltage 208 VAC 3Ø
Amperage 31.5 (L1), 16.8 (L2), 19.2 (L3)
Voltage 240 VAC 1Ø
Amperage 31.2 Amps
Voltage 240 VAC 3Ø
Amperage 27.3 (L1), 14.6 (L2), 16.6 (L3)
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FEATURES AND OPERA TING CONTROLS
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OPERATOR SIDE VIEW SERVICE END VIEW DISPLAY SIDE VIEW
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1. CIRCULATION FAN Circulates air during cook cycle for even cooking.
2. OVEN DOOR Pull handle to open door.
3. ROTISSERIE WHEEL Standard wheel accomodates spits, meat skewers and
wire food baskets.
4. SPIT Standard 3-bird spit for holding chicken.
5. COMPARTMENT INSERTS Removable for cleaning. Must be in place for proper
draining into drip pan.
6. DRIP PAN Catches drippings. Must be emptied after each cook
cycle.
7. ADJUSTABLE LEG 4” high adjustable legs for countertop installation.
8. PLANETARY DRIVE Rotates spits (on planetary-equipped rotisseries).
9. POWER SWITCH Energizes / de-energizes the rotisserie.
10. SOLID STATE CONTROLLER Programmable to set time and temperature functions.
11. MANUAL ADVANCE Advances rotisserie for ease of loading and unloading.
Operates only when oven door is open.
12. LIGHT SWITCH Operates internal illumination light.
13. SERVICE PANEL Access to mechanical and electrical systems for servicing.
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SAFETY PROCEDURES
Knowledge of proper procedures is essential to the safe operation of cooking equipment. In
accordance with generally accepted product safety labeling guidelines for potential hazards,
the following signal words and symbols are used throughout this manual.
DANGER - Danger is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which will
DANGER
WARNING - W arning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which can cause
personal injury and possibly 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.
CAUTION - Used to indicate the presence of an electrical hazard which will or can
cause personal injury, or property damage in the event the statement is ignored.
cause severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage in the
event the statement is ignored.
NOTE - Note is used to notify personnel of installation, operation or maintenance informa-
tion which is important, but not hazard related.
ROTISSERIE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
1. This rotisserie is intended for use to cook food products for human consumption. No other use
is recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its agents.
2. This rotisserie is intended for use in commercial establishments, where all operators are familiar
with the appliance use, limitations and associated hazards. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AND WARNINGS MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL OPERATORS AND USERS.
3. This piece of equipment is made in the USA and has American sizes on hardware.
4. Any trouble shooting guides, component views or parts lists included in this manual are for general
reference only, and are intended for use by qualified technical personnel.
5. Any panel requiring tools to remove must only be accessed by a qualified technican.
6. This manual should be considered a permanant part of this appliance. This manual and all
supplied instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts break downs, notices and labels must remain
with the appliance if it is sold or moved to another location.
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