| Problem |
Cause |
Solution |
Unit will not heat up.
Power rocker switch light off. |
No power to unit. |
Ensure power cord is connected to proper Receptacle and the power inlet. |
| Inoperable power cord. |
Replace power cord. |
| Loose connection on power switch. |
Tighten power switch connections. |
| Inoperable power switch. |
Replace power switch.
|
Unit will not heat up.
Power rocker switch light on. |
Inoperable thermostat. |
Replace thermostat. |
| Inoperable platen. |
Replace platen.
|
| Unit heats up, but the conveyor does not run. |
Loose motor switch connection. |
Tighten motor switch connection. |
| Inoperable motor. |
Replace motor. |
| Stripped drive gear. |
Replace drive gear. |
| Loose chain sprockets. |
Adjust and tighten sprockets. |
| Gears not meshing. |
Adjust conveyor set screws. |
| Inoperable motor switch. |
Replace switch.
|
| Unit under and over heats (does not respond to thermostat adjustments). |
Inoperable thermostat. |
Replace thermostat.
|
| Buns under or over done. |
Check platen adjustment. |
Adjust platen for proper compression |
| Check platen temperature. |
Adjust thermostat for proper temperature.
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| View Wiring Diagram for 297 Series Vertical Contact Toaster. |
