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RAPID TOASTER VCT-250
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P/N 1010776 Rev. H 03/04
McDonald’s
RAPID TOASTER
MODEL VCT-250
Manufacturing Numbers 9210600/602/604/609/612/618/620/622
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CAUTION
Place this manual in the Toaster section
of your Equipment Manual.
Manufactured exclusively for
McDONALD’S
®
BY
A.J. ANTUNES & CO.
180 KEHOE BLVD.
CAROL STREAM, ILLINOIS 60188, U.S.A.
PHONE: 1-630-784-1000
TOLL FREE: 1-877-392-7854
FAX: 1-630-784-1650
www.ajantunes.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
This manual is for the exclusive use of licensees and employees of McDonald’s Systems, Inc.. © McDonald’s Corporation All Rights Reserved
LIMITED WARRANTY
The Antunes Food Service Equipment Division of A.J. Antunes & Co. provides the following limited warranty to the original purchaser of all McDonald’s Equipment
manufactured and purchased after January 1, 2003.
All components are warranted against defects in the material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of original installation, not to exceed 30 months
from date of shipment from our factory.
If any part becomes defective during the first two (2) years after the original installation date, Antunes Food Service will pay negotiated straight time labor costs to an
Authorized Service Agent to replace the part, plus travel expenses up to 50 miles/80 km, 1 hour each way (100 miles/160 km, 2 hours round trip).
Antunes Food Service reserves the right to make changes in design or add improvements on any products. The right is always reserved to modify Equipment
because of factors beyond our control and government regulation. Changes to Equipment do not constitute a warranty charge.
This warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular pur-
pose, each of which is expressly disclaimed. The remedies described above are exclusive, and in no event shall A.J. Antunes & Co. or any of its Divisions be liable
for special consequential or incidental damages for the breach or delay in the performance of this warranty.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
The cost of Installation.
Equipment that has been damaged due to shipment. Purchaser should
make damage claim directly upon carrier.
Alteration, misuse, abuse.
Improper storage or handling.
Improper maintenance.
Failure to follow proper Installation instructions, including electrical connec-
tion.
Improper or unauthorized repairs.
Scheduled Maintenance procedures as outlined in your MRC Card.
Consumables such as Grill Covers (Release Sheets), gaskets, Conveyor Belt
Wraps, O-Rings, and light bulbs.
Overtime or Holiday charges.
Mileage over 50 miles/80 km (100 miles/160 km round-trip), or travel time
over two (2) hours.
Fright, foreign, excise, municipal or other sales or use taxes.
Consequential damages such as loss of profit, loss of time, the cost of repair-
ing or replacing other property which is damaged, or any other incidental
damage of any kind.
Owner Information ...............................................................2
General .............................................................................. 2
Warranty Information.......................................................... 2
Service/Technical Assistance ............................................. 2
Model Designation ............................................................. 3
Model Specifications .......................................................... 3
Specifications .......................................................................3
Toasting Time Change ....................................................... 3
Electrical Cord & Plug Configurations................................ 3
Weights .............................................................................. 4
Dimensions ........................................................................ 4
Important Safety Information ..............................................5
Assembling the Unit ........................................................... 6
Unpacking .......................................................................... 6
Installation.............................................................................6
Location.............................................................................. 6
Operation...............................................................................7
Operating Instructions........................................................ 7
Toaster Operation............................................................... 8
Safety Features.................................................................. 9
Maintenance........................................................................11
Daily Cleaning...................................................................11
Monthly: Bun Temperature Test ....................................... 12
Monthly: Replace Release Sheet. Every Three Months:
Replace Groovy Belt Wraps, Clean and Measure Conveyor
Belt Chains, Check Roller Tensioners, and Check
Temperature of Bun Landing Area. ................................. 12
Measure the Conveyor Belt Chains for Stretch .............. 13
Replacing Groovy Belt Wraps ......................................... 14
Install New Release Sheet (monthly)............................... 15
Checking the Temperature of the Bun Landing Area....... 15
Adjusting, Measuring and/or Replacing Roller Tensioner
Assemblies....................................................................... 15
Troubleshooting .................................................................16
Bun Buffer Landing Zone (Accessory) The optional Bun
Buffer Landing Zone consists of the following parts: ....... 25
Optional Accessories.........................................................25
NOTES .................................................................................28

Questions and Answers:

Roundup VCT-250 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRoundup
ModelVCT-250
CategoryToaster
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Owner Information

General

Basic overview of the toaster's purpose and manufacturing.

Warranty Information

Details regarding the limited warranty terms and exclusions.

Service/Technical Assistance

Information on how to get technical help and recommended procedures.

LIMITED WARRANTY

WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS

Lists specific conditions and actions that are not covered by the warranty.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Designation

Identifies the specific model designation of the toaster.

Electrical Cord & Plug Configurations

Details the various electrical cord and plug types available for the unit.

Toasting Time Change

Explains changes in toasting time and how to identify model versions.

SPECIFICATIONS (continued)

Dimensions

Lists the physical dimensions of the toaster.

Weights

Provides the net and shipping weights of the toaster.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

General Warnings and Cautions

Highlights critical safety warnings and cautions for operating the equipment.

Safe Operation Guidelines

Provides essential guidelines for the safe operation of the unit.

INSTALLATION

Unpacking

Steps for removing the toaster and accessories from the shipping carton.

Assembling the Unit

Instructions for assembling the components of the toaster.

Location

Recommendations for placing the toaster in a suitable location.

OPERATION

Operating Instructions

Step-by-step guide for operating the toaster.

Bun Thickness Adjustment Controls

Details how to set the controls for different bun thicknesses.

OPERATION (continued)

Toaster Operation

Explains the function of the platen and auxiliary heaters during toasting.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Describes how to set and adjust the platen and auxiliary heater temperatures.

Platen Setpoint Temperature Adjustment

Step-by-step guide to adjust the platen temperature setting.

OPERATION (continued)

Auxiliary Heater Temperature Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the temperature of the auxiliary heaters.

Safety Features

Details the built-in safety features like hi-limit reset and fault messages.

FAULT MESSAGES

Explains common fault messages displayed by the unit.

OPERATION (continued)

FAULT MESSAGES (continued)

Continues the explanation of fault messages and their corrective actions.

MAINTENANCE

Daily Cleaning

Procedures for daily cleaning of the toaster and its components.

Cleaning Groovy Belt Wraps

Instructions for cleaning the groovy belt wraps and conveyor belt chains.

MAINTENANCE (continued)

Monthly: Bun Temperature Test

Procedure to test the minimum temperature achieved by toasting buns.

Monthly: Replace Release Sheet

Instructions for monthly replacement of the release sheet.

Every Three Months: Maintenance Tasks

Describes tasks like replacing belt wraps, cleaning chains, checking tensioners, and temperature.

MAINTENANCE (continued)

Measure the Conveyor Belt Chains for Stretch

Guide to measuring and adjusting conveyor belt chain length for wear.

MAINTENANCE (continued)

Replacing Groovy Belt Wraps

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the groovy belt wraps.

MAINTENANCE (continued)

Install New Release Sheet (monthly)

Procedure for installing a new release sheet monthly.

Checking the Temperature of the Bun Landing Area

How to measure the temperature of the bun landing area.

Adjusting, Measuring and/or Replacing Roller Tensioner Assemblies

Steps for adjusting, measuring, or replacing roller tensioner assemblies.

TROUBLESHOOTING

No Display / No light on Power Switch

Identifies causes and corrective actions for no display or power light.

Temperature display flashes "PO."

Explains the "PO" fault message related to low voltage.

Temperature display reads "LOW."

Explains the "LOW" message related to low platen temperature.

Temperature display flashes "HI" at cold start

Addresses the "HI" message at cold start due to thermocouple issues.

TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)

Conveyor Belt Chain issues

Troubleshooting for conveyor belt chain not turning or skipping sprockets.

Groovy Belt Wrap issues

Addresses problems with groovy belt wrap fit, damage, or tearing.

Motor issues

Troubleshooting for motor operation and drive chain issues.

TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)

Groovy Belt Wrap fit or damage

Solutions for groovy belt wrap not fitting, being difficult to install, or being damaged.

Cooling fan only operation

Troubleshooting when only the cooling fan operates.

Platen hot, chains not moving

Addresses issues where the platen is hot but conveyor chains do not move.

Buns not toasting properly

Identifies causes for buns not toasting properly, like setting or cleanliness.

Crown and/or heel forced into toaster

Solutions for issues requiring force for bun insertion.

TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)

Buns sticking

Causes and solutions for buns sticking to the release sheet or belt.

Product is over-toasted or Platen Heat too high

Addresses issues of over-toasting due to high heat or incorrect settings.

Product is under toasted or Platen heat too low

Addresses issues of under-toasting due to low heat or incorrect settings.

High pitched squeal or whining noise

Troubleshooting for unusual noises from the unit, like motor or bearings.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Parts Identification Diagram

Visual diagram identifying various replacement parts by number.

REPLACEMENT PARTS (continued)

Parts Identification Diagram

Visual diagram identifying various replacement parts by number.

REPLACEMENT PARTS (continued)

Parts Identification Diagram

Visual diagram identifying various replacement parts by number.

REPLACEMENT PARTS (continued)

Hardware List

List of hardware items available for replacement, with part numbers and quantities.

REPLACEMENT PARTS (continued)

Parts Identification Diagram

Visual diagram identifying various replacement parts by number.

Hardware List

List of hardware items available for replacement, with part numbers and quantities.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Bun Buffer Landing Zone Kit

Details of the optional Bun Buffer Landing Zone kit and its parts.

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Pictorial Wiring Diagram

A visual representation of the toaster's electrical wiring connections.

WIRING DIAGRAMS (continued)

Ladder Wiring Diagram

A schematic diagram illustrating the ladder logic of the toaster's electrical system.

NOTES

Blank Notes Section

An empty section for user notes and observations.

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