Vulcan Hart Convection Oven VRT SERIES User Manual

INSTALLATION &  
OPERATION MANUAL  
VCH SERIES  
OVENS *  
MODELS:  
VCH5  
VCH8  
VCH16  
VCH88  
ML-126365  
ML-126366  
ML-126367  
ML-126368  
VRT SERIES  
OVENS *  
MODELS:  
VRT32I  
ML-138024  
*Manufactured 2010  
For additional information on Vulcan-Hart or to locate an authorized parts  
and service provider in your area, visit our website at www.vulcanhart.com  
VULCAN-HART  
DIVISION OF ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP, LLC  
3600 NORTH POINT BLVD.  
BALTIMORE, MD 21222  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
PRINCIPLES OF COOK & HOLD OVENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
BENEFITS OF COOK & HOLD OVENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
COMPARISON OF COOK & HOLD OVENS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
BEFORE FIRST USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
MANUAL OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
SETTING ADJUSTMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
QUICK CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
PRE-PROGRAMMED CYCLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
TESTING THE OVEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
ERR TOO HOT – ALARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
SHUTDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
EXTENDED SHUTDOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
STAINLESS STEEL CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
DOOR GASKET CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
COOKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
COOKING RACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
BAKERY PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
COOKING AND HOLDING GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 – 16  
RETHERMALIZATION GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
GRAMS – LBS / OZ CONVERSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
TEMPERATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
LOCKOUT / TAGOUT PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
SERVICE & PARTS INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
WIRING DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
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GENERAL  
INTRODUCTION  
PRINCIPLES OF  
COOK & HOLD OVENS  
Vulcan-Hart Ovens are produced with  
quality workmanship and material.  
Vulcan Cook & Hold Ovens are  
designed and perfected for cooking at a  
lower temperature. The principles of  
Low Temperature Cooking and Holding  
can be summarized into several  
objectives: increased product yields,  
increased profits from increased  
yields, increased moisture retention,  
Proper  
installation,  
usage,  
and  
maintenance of your oven will result in  
many years of satisfactory performance.  
The Vulcan Cook & Hold Oven is more  
than just an oven – it’s a “System”;  
precisely controlled heat, regulated to  
retain ascorbic acid and maximize the  
nutritional value, taste and eye-appeal  
of food. In this environment, virtually  
any food product can be prepared to  
delicious perfection in just ONE oven!  
“System” food preparation eliminates  
the need for multiple ovens with  
duplicate features.  
increased  
tenderization,  
and  
consistency of doneness.  
When the Vulcan Cook & Hold Oven  
finishes the cooking cycle, it  
automatically switches to the hold cycle.  
Throughout this manual we recommend  
holding temperatures such as 140F  
(60C). This temperature refers to the  
oven’s hold temperature setting and not  
to the internal temperature of the food  
being roasted. The internal product  
temperature will run below the hold  
temperature. (For example: roast beef  
held at 140F will be about 130F  
internally or medium rare.)  
This manual is provided to assist  
persons responsible for the operation  
and maintenance of the oven with a  
simple, but comprehensive under-  
standing of its proper use.  
We  
recommend that you thoroughly read  
this entire manual and carefully follow all  
of the instructions provided prior to  
placing the oven into operation.  
All meat products contain enzymes.  
These  
enzymes  
perform  
the  
As with any piece of food service  
equipment, this oven system requires a  
minimum of care and maintenance.  
important function of tenderizing the  
meat when they reach temperatures  
of 100F (38C) to 140F (60C). As  
these enzymes are heated, they break  
down the connective tissue that is  
inherent in all red meat products.  
Recommended  
procedures  
are  
contained in this manual and should  
become a regular part of the operation  
of the unit.  
The hold cycle allows this natural  
tenderization process to proceed in an  
orderly manner. As long as the internal  
temperature of the meat does not  
exceed 140F, the process will continue.  
Vulcan Cook & Hold Oven is the right  
choice for low temperature food  
preparation.  
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Reduced Energy Costs:  
It costs  
significantly less to run a Vulcan Cook &  
hold Oven instead of a conventional  
oven. Also, in most areas, no exhaust  
hood is needed.  
Once the temperature reaches 140F  
the process will stop, because the  
enzymes will be deactivated.  
This tenderization process makes the  
meat more flavorful. It is similar to aging  
meat before it is sold. The longer the  
hold, the higher degree of tenderization.  
Each hour of holding is equal to one  
day of aging.  
Reduced Shrinkage of Product: You  
can cut your percent of shrinkage from  
25 to 30% down to 5 to 10%. This  
means more servings to sell to your  
customers! The Vulcan Cook & Hold  
Oven can pay for itself in just months,  
depending on your volume.  
VRT MODEL:  
The Vulcan VRT Model is also a  
“Rethermalization Oven System.” The  
VRT Model is specifically designed to  
retherm chilled/thawed food product as  
well as prepared frozen food products  
either in bulk or individually wrapped  
and sealed packages.  
Reduced Labor Cost: Your cooks do  
not have to come in early to put roasts  
in or stay late to take them out of the  
oven.  
Holding banquet foods in a  
Vulcan Cook & Hold Oven reduces that  
last minute party prep to almost nothing.  
COMPARISON OF  
COOK & HOLD OVENS  
BENEFITS OF  
COOK & HOLD OVENS  
“The Comparison Stops Here” –  
more than a catchy slogan, it’s a fact.  
Superior Results: Low temperature  
roasting has been recognized as the  
best method for preparing meat and  
Convection ovens, unlike Vulcan Cook  
& Hold Ovens, blast high temperature  
dry air over the product. The end result  
with convection oven cooking is  
excessive and unnecessary shrinkage.  
poultry  
because  
of  
increased  
tenderness, more even roasting, and a  
juicer product.  
Vulcan Cook & Hold Oven Systems:  
Increased Sales: You will attract more  
customers and have more repeat  
business because you are now  
producing a superior product in your  
market area. All of your products will be  
unique, from prime rib and chicken to  
BBQ ribs, pork roasts, and even bakery  
items!  
1.  
2.  
Offer a lifetime heating element  
warranty.  
Provide  
brown, caramelized product  
without coloring agents.  
a
natural roasted  
“You can taste the difference.”  
Can bake anything from meat,  
poultry, fish, cakes, cookies, puff  
pastries, and even popovers.  
3.  
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4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
Do not require a ventilation  
hood.  
Are accurate, plus or minus  
5F.  
Are easy to clean. (Power  
module lifts off.) (Fig. 1)  
Have stainless steel construction  
inside and out.  
Fig. 1  
INSTALLATION  
Before installing, verify that the  
electrical service agrees with the  
specifications on the rating plate  
located on the lower back corner of  
the oven. (Fig. 4) If the supply and  
equipment requirements do not agree,  
do not proceed with unpacking and  
installation. Contact your Vulcan-Hart  
2.  
Check under oven or separate  
package for racks, pans, etc.  
3.  
Peel off vinyl protection film from  
oven.  
CLEANING:  
The oven should be thoroughly cleaned  
prior to putting into service. Refer to  
cleaning instructions in this manual.  
Customer  
Service  
Department  
immediately.  
UNPACKING:  
The oven was inspected before leaving  
the factory. The transportation company  
assumes full responsibility for safe  
delivery upon acceptance of the  
shipment. Immediately after unpacking,  
check for possible shipping damage to  
the oven.  
LOCATION:  
For efficient oven operation, choose a  
location that will provide easy loading  
and unloading without interfering with  
the final assembly of food orders. The  
installation location must allow adequate  
clearances for servicing and proper  
operation.  
If the oven is found to be damaged,  
save the packaging material and  
contact the carrier within 15 days of  
delivery.  
VRT Models:  
The Ramp Unit must be mounted to  
the floor with supplied mounting  
brackets and bolts, hard wired by a  
certified electrician, and sealed to the  
floor with NSF listed sealant.  
(Fig.2A & 2B)  
Carefully unpack and place in a work  
accessible area as near the installation  
position as possible.  
1.  
Open oven door(s) and remove  
packing material.  
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VRT TOP VIEW  
MOUNTING BRACKETS (2 per side)  
MOUNTING  
BRACKETS  
VRT SIDE VIEW  
Fig. 2 B  
Fig. 2 A  
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS  
ELECTRICAL CODES & STANDARDS:  
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS:  
The oven must be installed in  
accordance with:  
The oven is factory wired for single  
phase 208/240 volt or three phase  
operation. All ovens are equipped with  
a 6 foot cord and NEMA 6-15, 6-30, 6-  
50, or a 15-30 plug as standard  
equipment. (Fig. 3)  
In the United States of America:  
1.  
State and Local Codes.  
2.  
National Electrical Code, ANSI/  
NFPA-70 (latest edition.) Copies  
.
may be obtained from:  
The  
National Fire Protection  
Association, 1Batterymarch Park,  
Quincy, MA 02269.  
(Fig.3)  
wiring  
Refer  
to  
diagrams  
and  
Specification Chart in the back of this  
manual.  
In Canada:  
1.  
Local Codes.  
The cord and plug supplied is a suitable  
durable cord with a proper strain relief.  
2.  
Canadian Electrical Code, CSA  
C22.1 (latest edition.) Copies  
may be obtained from:  
SERIAL DATA PLATE  
The  
Canadian Standard Association.  
(Fig. 4)  
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OPERATION  
ADJ / SET  
ADJ / SET Knob allows Adjustment and  
Setting changes.  
CONTROLS  
The Oven and its parts  
are hot. Be very careful when operating,  
cleaning, or servicing the oven.  
START  
Start Button will start the operation or  
pre-set settings.  
All operating controls are located on the  
front Control Panel(s). The oven is  
supplied with individual operating  
controls for each oven cavity.  
BEFORE FIRST USE  
1.  
2.  
Thoroughly clean the oven  
before initial use. Please refer  
to cleaning instructions in this  
manual. (Pg. 13)  
ON/OFF  
SWITCH  
TIME  
COOK HOLD  
TEMP. TEMP. TEMP.  
CABINET  
Test the oven to verify that the  
oven operates normally. Please  
refer to “Testing The Oven”  
procedure in this manual. (Pg.9)  
MANUAL OPERATION  
ADJ/SET KNOB  
START  
BUTTON  
HEAT  
INDICATOR  
LIGHT  
The Oven and its parts  
are hot. Be very careful when operating,  
cleaning, or servicing the oven.  
Power On / Off Switch  
The power On/Off switch turns the oven  
on or off.  
1.  
Switch ON/OFF Switch to ON  
position.  
TIME (IN MINUTES)  
Displays set time.  
Wait approx. 3 seconds  
COOK TEMP.  
Displays set Cooking Temperature.  
TIME (IN MINUTES) starts blinking.  
2.  
3.  
Turn ADJ/SET Knob to desired  
cook time.  
HOLD TEMP.  
Displays set Holding Temperature.  
Push ADJ/SET Knob to set  
cooking time.  
CABINET TEMP. (PROGRAM#)  
Displays interior temperature, displays  
programming number in programming  
mode.  
Cook Temp. starts blinking.  
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4.  
5.  
Turn ADJ/SET Knob to desired  
cook temperature.  
PRE-PROGRAMMED CYCLES  
The Oven can be programmed for 9  
Push ADJ/SET Knob to set  
cooking temperature.  
cooking/holding cycles.  
To program  
each cycle, P-1 through 9, use the  
following instructions.  
Hold Temp. starts blinking.  
PROGRAMMING:  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Turn ADJ/SET Knob to desired  
holding temperature.  
From the “Idle State” while the Time is  
blinking:  
Push ADJ/SET Knob to set  
holding temperature.  
1.  
Press and Hold the ADJ/SET  
Button for 3 seconds. The time  
will no longer blink.  
Push the Start Button.  
The Cabinet Temp. will display  
“P-1” and is blinking. If P-1 is the  
desired cycle, go to step 3.  
SETTING ADJUSTMENT  
At any time you can adjust the setting  
by:  
2.  
3.  
If P-2 through 9 is the desired  
cycle, Rotate the ADJ/SET  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Push the ADJ/SET Knob until  
the desired setting flashes.  
Knob to  
the  
desired  
pre-  
programmed cycle.  
Turn the ADJ/SET Knob to  
desired time/temperature.  
Press and Hold the ADJ/SET  
Knob for 3 seconds.  
Push the Start Button to set  
Time will start blinking.  
your changes.  
4.  
5.  
Rotate the ADJ/SET Knob to  
desired time.  
QUICK CYCLE  
Press the ADJ/SET Knob to  
accept the time.  
The Oven is programmed with default  
settings of 100F for the Cooking  
Temperature and Holding Temperature.  
Cook Temp. will start blinking.  
6.  
7.  
Rotate the ADJ/SET Knob to  
desired cooking temperature.  
To start Quick Cycle:  
1.  
2.  
Switch ON/OFF Switch to ON.  
Press the ADJ/SET Knob to  
accept Cook Temp.  
Press START Button.  
Hold Tem. will start blinking.  
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9.  
Rotate the ADJ/SET Knob to  
desired holding temperature.  
The oven has cooling/exhaust fans  
located at the left side of the unit.  
These fans may not operate when the  
oven is first turned on. The cooling  
/exhaust fans only operate when the  
thermostat to which they are connected  
requires them to cool the electrical  
components.  
Press the ADJ/SET Knob to  
accept Hold Temp.  
OPERATING:  
1.  
Switch ON/OFF Switch to ON.  
5.  
6.  
Check that the heating indicator  
light is lit.  
During the “Idle State/Time is blinking”:  
2.  
Press and Hold the ADJ/SET  
Knob for 3 seconds. The time  
will no longer blink.  
Check that the oven is warming  
to  
the  
displayed  
holding  
temperature.  
The Cabinet Temp. will display  
“P-1” and is blinking.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Set the TIME to 2 hours.  
Set the COOK TEMP. to 250F.  
Push the START Button.  
3.  
4.  
Rotate ADJ/SET Knob to  
desired pre-programmed cycle:  
P-1 through 9.  
Check that the COOK TEMP.  
display has been blanked and the  
HOLD TEMP. display is lighted.  
Press Start Button.  
Check the interior rear of the  
oven to ensure that the oven is  
heating.  
You can push the ADJ/SET Knob any  
time to abort the cycle and return to idle.  
If all of these functions perform  
satisfactory, the oven is ready for  
operation.  
TESTING THE OVEN  
Before using the oven for the first time,  
verify that the oven operates normally.  
VENTILATION HOOD  
REQUIREMENTS  
1.  
2.  
Check that the oven is connected  
to the correct power source.  
Some local State Codes require the use  
of a ventilation hood for equipment  
operating in excess of 250F. Many will  
allow operation of Rethermalization  
Ovens at lower temperatures. Please  
contact a Service Agency to modify this  
parameter, if needed to meet local State  
Codes.  
Turn the oven ON at the power  
switch.  
3.  
4.  
Set the HOLD TEMP. to 140F.  
Check that the oven’s blower  
motors/circulating fans, located at  
the top of the oven, are  
running.  
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ERR TOO HOT – ALARM  
SHUTDOWN  
The Oven and its parts  
are hot. Be very careful when operating,  
cleaning, or servicing the oven.  
The  
oven  
reports  
an  
“Over  
Temperature Condition” any time the  
oven temperature reaches 400F or  
higher.  
1.  
2.  
Switch ON/OFF switch to OFF  
position.  
When this condition exists, the oven will  
sound an audible alarm by emitting a  
triple beep (3 quick short beeps) every  
2 seconds and it will flash the message  
“Err too Hot” on the display to alert  
nearby staff.  
Open door slightly to allow  
ventilation and a cool down  
period.  
The oven’s cooling/exhaust fans located  
at the left side of the unit will operate  
until the thermostat sensor shuts them  
off.  
This  
audible  
alarm  
may  
be  
temporarily cancelled for 3 minutes  
by pushing the ADJ/SET Knob. After  
the 3 minutes have expired, the alarm  
will begin beeping again.  
The error message on the display  
EXTENDED SHUTDOWN  
cannot be cancelled.  
The proper  
action when this alarm is present is to  
Turn the oven OFF, unplug the unit,  
and call for service.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Perform the Shutdown procedure.  
Unplug the oven.  
After oven has cooled down,  
thoroughly clean the oven  
according to the Cleaning  
Procedure in this manual.  
4.  
Leave the oven door(s) slightly  
open to allow ventilation and  
preservation of door gasket(s).  
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MAINTENANCE  
HEAVY-DUTY CLEANING:  
CLEANING  
For heavy-duty cleaning, use warm  
water, a degreaser, and a plastic,  
stainless steel, or scotch-brite pad.  
Never rub in a circular motion. Always  
rub gently in the direction of the steel  
grain. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry  
with a soft cloth.  
The Oven and its parts  
are hot. Be very careful when operating,  
cleaning, or servicing the oven.  
Always  
unplug  
electrical power supply before  
cleaning.  
The Power Module is removable. To  
remove the Power Module, unclasp the  
4 spring loaded clasps (2 per side).  
Avoid splashing water into upper  
areas of the oven to prevent damage  
Each  
Power  
Module  
weighs  
to  
electrical  
components  
or  
approximately 70 lbs., please follow  
the lifting guidelines of your facility.  
(Fig. 1)  
connections.  
Never spray the unit with a hose.  
STAINLESS STEEL CARE  
Never use harsh chemicals or  
abrasive pads to clean the oven.  
CLEANING:  
Stainless Steel contains 70 – 80% iron,  
which will rust if not properly maintained.  
Stainless Steel also contains 12 – 30%  
chromium, which forms an invisible  
passive, protective film that shields  
against corrosion.  
DAILY:  
1.  
Unplug electrical power supply.  
2.  
Allow oven to go through cool-  
down period before cleaning.  
If the protective film remains intact, the  
stainless steel will remain intact.  
However, if the film is damaged, the  
stainless steel can break down and rust.  
3.  
4.  
Remove the Interior Side Racks  
Take the Interior Side Racks to a  
sink or dishwasher for a thorough  
cleaning. Use a mild soap and  
water solution to clean these  
items.  
PREVENTIVE CARE:  
To prevent stainless steel break-  
down, follow these steps:  
5.  
If necessary, clean the interior of  
the oven with a damp cloth.  
Wipe dry with a soft dry cloth.  
1.  
Never use any metal tools,  
scrapers, files, wire brushes,  
or scouring pads (except for  
stainless steel scouring pads,)  
which will mar the surface.  
6.  
7.  
Reassemble oven.  
Clean the exterior of the oven  
with a clean damp cloth.  
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3.  
Never use steel wool – which  
will leave behind particles that will  
rust.  
the protective film to thicken. This is  
unsightly, but is not a sign of permanent  
damage.  
Never use acid-based or  
chloride containing cleaning  
solutions – which will break  
down the protective film.  
To remove heat tint, follow the routine  
cleaning procedure. Stubborn heat tint  
will require heavy-duty cleaning. To  
reduce heat tint, limit the exposure of  
equipment to excessive heat.  
4.  
5.  
Never rub in a circular motion.  
Always rub gently in the direction  
of the steel grain.  
Never leave any food products  
or salt on the surface. Many  
foods are acidic. Salt contains  
chloride.  
DOOR GASKET CARE  
DOOR GASKET:  
At least once a week, thoroughly check  
the door gasket for damage/wear. A  
damaged gasket can cause inefficient  
and unsatisfactory operation of the  
oven.  
PRESERVING & RESTORING:  
Special stainless steel polishing  
cleaners can preserve and restore the  
protective film.  
If the gasket requires cleaning:  
Preserve the life of stainless steel with a  
regular application of a high-quality  
stainless steel polishing cleaner, as a  
final step to daily cleaning.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Gently wash gasket using a  
moist cloth, a mild detergent  
solution, and warm water.  
If signs of breakdown appear, restore  
Rinse with  
a
fresh cloth  
the stainless steel surface.  
First,  
moistened in warm water to  
remove all traces of detergent.  
thoroughly clean, rinse, and dry the  
surface. Then, on a daily basis, apply a  
high-quality stainless steel polish  
according to manufacturer’s instructions.  
Gently wipe dry with a clean dry  
cloth.  
Never apply food oils, or petroleum  
lubricants directly to the gasket(s).  
HEAT TINT:  
Darkened areas, called “heat tint,” may  
appear on stainless steel exposed to  
excessive heat. Excessive heat causes  
Petroleum  
based  
solvents  
and  
lubricants will reduce the gasket’s life.  
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COOKING  
The cooking rack is simply placed inside  
a standard 18” x 26” sheet tray (2/1  
Gastronome) and the product which is  
to be cooked and held is placed on top  
of the cooking rack. When more than  
one product is being prepared, the food  
products should not be cramped  
together onto one cooking rack.  
Sufficient room should separate the  
products on a single cooking rack to  
insure proper circulation of air around  
the product.  
INTRODUCTION  
This cooking guide has been produced  
for your Vulcan Cook & Hold Oven  
System. It should be used as a handy  
reference when using your oven. The  
guide has been developed to help  
answer questions which you may have  
relating to product preparation as well  
as making you familiar with the  
operation of your Cook & Hold Oven.  
When using your oven, experiment with  
your own house specialties. The degree  
of doneness varies based upon  
When loading the oven, an additional  
18” x 26” sheet tray, in an inverted  
position, (Fig. 5) should be placed  
directly above the food product being  
prepared. This creates the necessary  
air flow pattern to produce highly  
desirable carmelization and uniform  
roasting of the product.  
individual  
preferences.  
These  
preferences can be easily accomplished  
by varying the recommended time  
guidelines in this manual.  
The  
guidelines which are presented in this  
manual are suggested and have been  
tested to insure product preparation as  
indicated.  
INVERTED SHEET TRAY  
The concept of “Low Temperature  
Cooking” is not a science, it is an art.  
Chefs from around the world vary in  
terms of the doneness and appearance  
in the products which they prefer.  
Therefore,  
we  
suggest  
first  
understanding what your Oven System  
will do for the multitude of applications  
available to you.  
COOKING RACK  
Fig. 5  
Depending upon the size of the Cook &  
Hold Oven, each unit is supplied with a  
specially designed cooking rack(s). The  
cooking rack must be used when  
cooking food products to insure absolute  
product quality and integrity.  
A helpful hint when loading your food  
product on the cooking rack is to either  
line your 18” x 26” sheet tray with foil, or  
spray with a quality vegetable oil. This  
helps with easy clean up after use.  
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3.  
4.  
Proof yeast products about 50%  
less than usual.  
BAKERY PRODUCTS  
The Cook & Hold Oven System is much  
more than a prime rib oven. Unlike our  
competitors, you can do a full range of  
bakery products. By observing a few  
simple rules, you can bake: cakes,  
muffins, cookies, pies, breads, puff  
pastry, and even beautiful (light as a  
cloud) popovers and cream puffs.  
Rotate pans, when product is  
about ½ done, as you would with  
any oven.  
Baking time takes a little longer in the  
Cook & Hold Oven, but the results are  
worth the few minutes extra.  
You are baking with about 6000  
BTU’s compared to 60,000 to 80,000  
BTU’s in a convection oven. During  
the extra baking time, think about  
how you want to invest your energy  
savings.  
For Bakery Products:  
1.  
2.  
Pre-heat oven before baking.  
Observe  
proper  
loading  
procedures.  
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COOKING AND HOLDING GUIDE  
Please note that as products vary, as well as other elements such as altitude, so  
shall actual cooking times and temperatures. These should be adjusted as  
needed based upon your actual experience. Finished product temperatures  
should be verified manually, prior to serving, in order to insure food safety.  
MAX.  
(DETAILS)  
WEIGHT  
(USDA  
#109)  
20 lbs.  
(USDA  
#112A)  
12 lbs.  
(USDA  
#168)  
18-20 lbs.  
(USDA  
#160)  
60 lbs.  
(USDA  
#170)  
20 lbs.  
(USDA  
#180)  
12 lbs.  
(USDA  
#190)  
10 lbs.  
(USDA  
#184)  
COOK  
TIME  
COOK  
TEMP.  
HOLD  
TEMP.  
INTERNAL  
TEMP.  
LOADING  
GUIDELINES  
PRODUCT  
HOLD TIME  
4 hrs. min.  
4 hrs. min.  
4 hrs. min.  
4 hrs. min.  
8 hrs. min.  
4 hrs. min.  
2 hrs. min.  
140F  
140F  
140F  
140F  
140F  
140F  
140F  
135F  
135F  
130F  
130F  
130F  
130F  
130F  
Prime Rib  
5 hrs.  
3 hrs  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
2 per shelf  
3 per shelf  
2 per shelf  
1 per shelf  
2 per shelf  
3 per shelf  
4 per shelf  
Boneless Rib eye  
Top Round  
4½-5 hrs.  
10 hrs.  
5 hrs.  
Steamship Round  
Bottom Round  
Boneless Strip Loin  
Whole Tenderloin  
3 hrs.  
2½ hrs.  
140F  
155F  
160F  
160F  
135F  
165F  
160F  
160F  
Top Sirloin Butt  
Beef Short Ribs  
Cubed Steaks  
Beef Back Ribs  
12-14 lbs.  
3 hrs.  
4 hrs.  
4 hrs.  
6 hrs.  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
4 hrs. min.  
4 hrs. min.  
3 hrs. min.  
4 hrs.  
3 per shelf  
10 lbs.  
10 lbs.  
30 lbs.  
1 per shelf  
1 tray per shelf  
4 per shelf  
(Stew Meat)  
10 lbs.  
Beef Stew  
4 hrs.  
4 hrs.  
45 min.  
6 hrs.  
4 hrs.  
6 hrs. min.  
4 hrs. min.  
4 hrs. max  
4 hrs.  
150F  
150F  
150F  
160F  
160F  
175F  
165F  
165F  
165F  
135F  
1 tray per shelf  
2 per shelf  
225F  
250F  
225F  
250F  
250F  
Corned Beef  
Frozen Burgers  
Fresh Ham  
12 lbs.  
7-8 lbs.  
12 lbs.  
24 per shelf  
2 per shelf  
Cooked Cured Ham  
12 lbs.  
(USDA  
#422)  
4 hrs.  
2 per shelf  
160F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
n/a  
175F  
175F  
175F  
160F  
170F  
n/a  
Pork Back Ribs  
Pork Spare Ribs  
Fresh Sausages  
Pre-Cooked Sausage  
Roast Suckling Pig  
Bacon  
10 lbs.  
4 hrs.  
4 hrs.  
2 hrs.  
1¾ hr.  
6 hrs.  
40 min  
3 hrs. max.  
4 hrs.  
6 slabs per shelf  
5 slabs per shelf  
10 lbs. per shelf  
10 lbs. per shelf  
1 per shelf  
250F  
250F  
225F  
250F  
250F  
350F  
30 lbs.  
10 lbs.  
10 lbs.  
30 lbs.  
5 hrs. max  
5 hrs. max  
3 hrs. min.  
n/a  
36 slices per shelf  
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MAX.  
INTERNAL  
TEMP.  
(DETAILS)  
WEIGHT  
COOK  
TIME  
COOK  
TEMP.  
HOLD  
TEMP.  
LOADING  
GUIDELINES  
PRODUCT  
Chicken Wings  
Chicken Pieces  
Whole Chickens  
Rotisserie Chicken  
Whole Turkeys  
Turkey Breast  
Roast Duckling  
Rack of Lamb  
Braised Lamb Shanks  
Fish Filets  
HOLD TIME  
n/a  
150F  
150F  
150F  
160F  
170F  
160F  
160F  
140F  
160F  
160F  
n/a  
165F  
170F  
170F  
170F  
170F  
160F  
170F  
140F  
180F  
160F  
190F  
190F  
190F  
10 lbs.  
45 min.  
2¼ hrs.  
2½ hrs.  
2½ hrs.  
4½ hrs.  
4 hrs.  
350F  
250F  
250F  
275F  
250F  
250F  
350F  
250F  
250F  
225F  
300F  
350F  
350F  
10 lbs. per shelf  
10 lbs. per shelf  
6 per shelf  
10 lbs.  
1 hr. max.  
5 hrs. max  
1 hr. max.  
5 hrs. max.  
1 hr.  
20 lbs.  
16-17 lbs.  
20 lbs.  
6 per shelf  
2 per shelf  
10 lbs.  
3 per shelf  
18 lbs.  
1½ hrs.  
3½ hrs.  
4 hrs.  
3 hrs. max  
3 hrs. max  
4 hrs. min.  
4 hrs. max  
n/a  
6 per shelf  
18 lbs.  
15 racks per shelf  
1 tray per shelf  
10 lbs. per shelf  
1 per shelf  
10-12 lbs.  
10 lbs.  
40 min.  
1¼ hrs.  
35 min.  
Sheet Cakes  
18" x 26"  
Kaiser Rolls  
n/a  
n/a  
15 per shelf  
6 per shelf  
Italian Bread  
40 min.  
20-35  
min.  
n/a  
n/a  
Various  
Types  
Cookies  
325F  
n/a  
n/a  
n/a  
24 per shelf  
Various  
Types  
Pies w/top crust  
Dinner Rolls  
9" dia.  
1¼ hrs.  
30 min.  
n/a  
n/a  
n/a  
n/a  
n/a  
n/a  
3 per shelf  
350F  
350F  
42 per shelf  
12" x 20"  
pans  
Clear Soups  
3 hrs.  
Overnight  
2 hrs. max  
160F  
175F  
1 pan per shelf  
2 per shelf  
250F  
Frozen Pizzas  
18" diameter  
12" x 20"  
pans  
40 min.  
160F  
175F  
350F  
170F  
150F  
160F  
200F  
160F  
165F  
Baked Potatoes  
Rice  
1¼ hrs.  
2 hrs.  
350F  
250F  
250F  
1½ hrs.  
18 hrs. max  
Overnight  
30 per shelf  
1 Quart Dry  
1 Quart Dry  
1 pan per shelf  
2 pans per shelf  
Frozen Entrees  
3 hrs.  
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RETHERMALIZATION GUIDE  
OVEN  
TEMP.  
REHEAT  
TIME  
HOLD  
TEMP.  
MIN. HOLD  
ENTRÉE  
Baked Rotini  
TIME  
225F  
160F  
60 min.  
54 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
225F  
160F  
Beef & Noodles  
225F  
165F  
Breaded Chicken Pattie on Bun  
Burrito  
60 min.  
48 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
250F  
160F  
200F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
200F  
225F  
200F  
250F  
225F  
250F  
225F  
200F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
200F  
200F  
200F  
250F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
225F  
155F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
155F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
155F  
165F  
160F  
165F  
160F  
160F  
155F  
155F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
165F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
160F  
165F  
Cheesy Bread/Italian Dunker Sauce  
Cheesy Chili  
54 min.  
54 min.  
54 min.  
54 min.  
54 min.  
48 min.  
60 min.  
60 min.  
54 min.  
42 min.  
42 min.  
60 min.  
54 min.  
60 min.  
54 min.  
54 min.  
48 min.  
42 min.  
54 min.  
42 min.  
54 min.  
42 min.  
54 min.  
54 min.  
60 min.  
54 min.  
60 min.  
42 min.  
42 min.  
54 min.  
54 min.  
15 min.  
15 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
15 min.  
15 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
15 min.  
15 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
15 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
20 min.  
Chicken & Noodles  
Chicken & Rice  
Chicken Dippers  
Chicken Fryz  
Chicken Leg  
Chicken Nuggets  
Chik'n O's, Zesty  
French Toast/Sausage Links  
Grilled Cheese Sandwich  
Grilled Chicken on Bun  
Ham & Cheese English Muffin  
Hamburger on Bun  
Hot Dog on Bun  
Italian Spaghetti  
Macaroni & Cheese  
Mexican Cheese Sauce  
Mini Corndogs  
Pancakes/Sausage Links  
Pizza Dippers  
Pizza, Cheese  
Pizza, Pepperoni  
Pizza, Sausage  
Ravioli  
Sausage Mini Bites  
Steak Nuggets  
Taco Boat  
Tacos  
Turkey & Noodles  
Turkey Manhattan  
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LOCKOUT / TAGOUT PROCEDURE  
Always perform the Lockout / Tagout Procedure  
before removing any sheet metal panels or attempting to service  
this equipment.  
The Lockout / Tagout Procedure is used to protect personnel working on an electrical  
appliance. Before performing any type of maintenance or service on an electrically  
operated appliance, follow these steps:  
1.  
2.  
In electrical box, place unit’s circuit breaker into OFF position.  
Place a lock or other device on electrical box cover to prevent someone from  
placing circuit breaker ON.  
3.  
Place a tag on electrical box cover to indicate that unit has been disconnected for  
service and power should not be restored until tag is removed by maintenance  
personnel.  
4.  
5.  
Disconnect unit power cord from electrical outlet.  
Place a tag on cord to indicate that unit has been disconnected for service and  
power should not be restored until tag is removed by maintenance personnel.  
SERVICE & PARTS INFORMATION  
To obtain Service and Parts information concerning this model, contact Vulcan-Hart  
Service Department at the address listed on the front cover of this manual or refer to  
our website: www.vulcanhart.com for a complete listing of Authorized Service and Parts  
depots.  
Customer Service  
Technical Service  
Service Parts  
1-800-814-2028  
1-800-814-2028  
1-800-814-2028  
When calling for service, have the model number and serial number available.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
SYMPTOMS  
POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY  
Oven not connected to Connect oven to power  
power source  
ON/OFF switch not  
ON  
source  
Press Power ON/OFF switch  
to ON  
Oven not operating  
No power  
Check circuit breaker  
This is normal when unit is  
cold. If unit is above 150F.,  
Contact Authorized Service  
Provider.  
Indicator Lights are lit but  
Cooling Fan(s) are NOT  
operating  
Oven is below 150F.  
Defective: connection, Contact Authorized Service  
wiring, fan, thermostat Provider  
Oven compartment IS heating  
and Blower Motor IS NOT  
operating with Power Switch wiring to motor  
Defective connection or Contact Authorized Service  
Provider  
ON  
Set Cooking Thermostat to 250F.,  
w ait several minutes and check  
the rear of the oven for heating.  
Both the Pow er Sw itch and  
Cooking Temperature Indicator  
Lights w ill be lit. If oven cavity  
does not heat, Contact Authorized  
Service Provider  
Defective Cooking  
Temperature  
Thermostat  
Oven compartment IS NOT  
heating and Blower Motor IS  
operating with Power Switch  
Turn Holding Temperature knob to  
250F. and check for heat at rear  
of oven cavity. Both the Pow er  
Sw itch and Cooking Temperature  
Indicator Lights w ill be lit. If the  
oven cavity does not heat, Contact  
Authorized Service Provider.  
Defective Holding  
Temperature  
Thermostat  
ON  
Defective High-Limit  
Thermostat or Heating Contact Authorized Service  
Element. Provider  
Thermostat(s) require Contact Authorized Service  
calibration Provider  
Incorrect oven temperature  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
MODEL  
NO.  
PAN  
QTY.  
SHIP  
WEIGHT  
PAN SIZE  
HEIGHT  
DEPTH  
WIDTH  
VOLTS WATTS AMPS  
5 ea.  
10 ea.  
8 ea.  
18" x 26"  
208  
240  
208  
240  
208  
240  
208  
240  
208  
208  
1900  
2530  
3800  
5060  
5700  
7590  
3800  
5060  
7600  
7600  
9.6  
11  
35¾"  
37¼"  
26¼"  
237#  
VCH5  
908 mm  
947 mm  
667 mm  
108 kg.  
12"x20"x2½  
18" x 26"  
19  
44½"  
1130 mm  
37¼"  
947 mm  
26¼"  
667 mm  
334 #  
152 kg.  
VCH8  
16 ea.  
16 ea.  
32 ea.  
16 ea.  
32 ea.  
16 ea.  
32 ea.  
12"x20"x2½  
18" x 26"  
22  
29  
72¾"  
1848 mm  
37¼"  
947 mm  
26¼"  
667 mm  
480#  
218 kg.  
VCH16  
VCH88  
12"x20"x2½  
18" x 26"  
33  
19  
83"  
2108 mm  
37¼"  
947 mm  
26¼"  
667 mm  
670#  
304 kg.  
12"x20"x2½  
22  
13"x26"  
wire baskets  
VRT32I-R  
VRT32I-S  
67"  
1126 mm  
43"  
914 mm  
34"  
870 mm  
410#  
186 kg.  
36.5  
36.5  
13"x26"  
wire baskets  
73"  
1854 mm  
36"  
914 mm  
34"  
870 mm  
410#  
186kg.  
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