MT3255 AND MT3270 SERIES: Conveyor Oven Service and Repair Manual
MT3255 AND MT3270 SERIES: Conveyor Oven Service and Repair Manual
CONVEYOR OVEN
SERVICE AND REPAIR MANUAL
1. INTRODUCTION
Oven Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Ventilation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Gas Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Illustrated Parts Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
2. ASSEMBLY
Oven Assembly Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Return Air Diverters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Air Nozzles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Conveyor Belt Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Wire Conveyor Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Drive Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
End Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Crumb Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Window Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
3. OPERATION
Standard Control Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
U.E. Temperature Controller with Open Loop DC Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
U.E. Temperature Controller with Closed Loop DC Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Athena Temperature Controller with Open Loop DC Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Athena Temperature Controller with Closed Loop DC Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Computer Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Sequence of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
MTĆ70ĆPH Domestic - M2468 Rev E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
MTĆ70ĆPH General Export - M2501 Rev D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
MT3270 with Standard Controls - 21575 Rev E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
MT3270 Twin Belt with Remote Controls - M4410 Rev A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
MT3270 with Closed Loop - M4206 Rev B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
MT3255E - M4289 Rev B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
MT3270 CE - M8296 Rev A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Oven Adjustments for Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
Conveyor Speed Time vs. Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
Air Flow Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
DC Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Convection System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Heating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Computer Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
6. TECHNICAL APPENDIX
Intermittent Ignition System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Principles of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Cooking Computer - Temperature vs Resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Thermoelectric Voltage in Absoluter Millivolts - Type J Thermocouple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Conversion Factors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Pressure Conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
MT3255 and MT3270
OVEN SPECIFICATIONS
L1 L1
N 120 220Ć230
Supply N Oven
208Ć240
Supply L2 120 Oven
L1
L1
N 110
380/220 N 415/240
Supply L2 110 Oven Supply Oven
FIGURE 1
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INTRODUCTION
CE approved installations NOTE: The burner control unit is phase sensitive.
If the phase and neutral are switched the
Connect the oven to a separate group 230V, 50 hz
control locks out.
with rigid connection and circuit breaker. The cirĆ
cuit breaker should disconnect all poles, including Connect exhaust fan connector 1 and 2. See
neutral with a contact separation of at least 3 mm. FIGURE 2. Connect phase + neutral + ground.
See FIGURE 2. Use 90C wire and size according
to local codes.
ÉÉ
L3
L2
ÉÉ 2Ć4Ć92
L1
N
ÉÉ
Blodgett N A1
Connector 2 s
L
1
Connector A2
2
Relay A
Fan 1
L1
N 230
Supply Oven
2 Air Pressure Regulator
1 Burner Control Solenoid
FIGURE 2
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MT3255 and MT3270
GAS SPECIFICATIONS
GAS CONNECTIONS GAS REQUIREMENTS
Domestic and General Export installations The firing rate for the MT3255 and MT3270 is
150,000 BTU/Hr. (43.9 kW/Hr.)
The gas line should be large enough to accommoĆ
date the peak demand of all the gas appliances. NOTE: For natural gas meter sizing, consult your
TABLE 2 reflects a straight line, 50 foot run with no local gas company to ensure that your meĆ
coupling restrictions and no other appliances ter will provide the proper supply.
drawing service. Gas line installations MUST conĆ
Installations within the U.S.
form to National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54/ANSI
Z223.1 Sec. 1.4 (Latest Edition). TABLE 2 should 1. Add the total BTU's/hr of all the gas
be used as a guideline only. appliances.
NOTE: For any pipe runs over 50 feet (15 m), conĆ 2. Convert BTU's to cubic ft/hr using the formula
sult the factory. Cu Ft/Hr = 1000 BTU/Hr for natural gas.
CE approved installations 3. Size the meter accordingly.
1. Connect the oven to the gas line with the propĆ Installations outside the U.S.
er type of gas according to Local and National
1. Add the total M3/min of all the appliances.
Installation Standards. See TABLE 2.
2. Size the meter accordingly.
CE APPROVED UNITS
TABLE 2
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS LISTS
CONVEYOR COMPONENTS
NOTE: = ASAP Distributor Required Stocking Parts
*ą= Item too large for UPS
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MT3255 and MT3270
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
NOTE: = ASAP Distributor Required Stocking Parts
COMPUTER CONTROLS
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INTRODUCTION
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
M4224 Motor & Blower Assy., CW M3905 Plate Assy., Air RH (R-L or L-R)
M4225 Motor & Blower Assy., CCW MT3270 Generic
M5722 Insulation Kit for Blowers M3906 Plate Assy., Air LH (R-L or L-R)
MT3270 MT3270 Generic
M7992 Insulation Kit for Blowers 21399 Plate Assy., Air RH (R-L or L-R)
MT3255 MT3255 Generic
M5131 Nozzle Assy. w/ Diverter 21400 Plate Assy., Air LH (R-L or L-R)
MT3270/MT3255 MT3255 Generic
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MT3255 and MT3270
GAS BURNER COMPONENTS
M0580 Orifice, Main Burner, Natural 21389 Conversion Kit, Natural to LP (AfĆ
MT3255 ter 5/89) MT3270
M2727 Pilot Burner & Igniter Assy., LP M5259 Conversion Kit, LP to Natural
MT3255
M2726 Pilot Burner & Igniter Assy., NatĆ
ural M5290 Conversion Kit, Natural to LP
MT3255
M6378 Shield, Pilot Burner
M5495 Dual Solenoid/Pressure RegulaĆ
M0415 Flame Sensor tor, Nat. 24V
M2690 Orifice, Pilot LP 22190 Dual Solenoid/Pressure RegulaĆ
M0697 Orifice, Pilot Natural tor, LP 24V
M0248 Tube, Pilot Aluminum 1/4" 20287 Valve, Single Solenoid 110/120V
M0959 Fitting, Compression 1/4" M0282 Valve, Manual Gas
M2799 Union, Compression M1054 Spark Box, 24V
21225 Fitting, Elbow 21242 Connector Kit, Gas Flex 48"
M0279 Union, 1/2 Inch Black 21826 Connector Kit, Gas Flex 36"
1949 Nipple, Pipe 1/2 x 1-3/16 Close M7249 Flame Tube Assy., MT3270
M0317 Elbow, 1/2 Inch Street 90 Deg. M6435 Flame Tube Assy., MT3255
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EXTERIOR COMPONENTS
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EXCLUSIVE TO EXPORT 50 HZ
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CHAPTER 2
ASSEMBLY
MT3255 and MT3270
OVEN ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
AIR NOZZLES
Side Belt Loops
1. Install the nozzles from the center of the oven
working toward the ends. Make sure the botĆ
tom of the nozzle fits into the slot of the nozzle
support located at the front of the oven.
2. Secure the nozzle holdĆdown strip across the
inside front of the oven using the existing
screws on the wall. Direction of
Travel
FIGURE 2
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ASSEMBLY
4. Install the inner and outer master links as Unless otherwise specified, the conveyor travel is
shown in FIGURE 3. factory set for leftĆtoĆright operation when facing
the drop down door. If a direction change is reĆ
quired, the polarity of the drive motor must be reĆ
versed. To change the polarity of the drive motor,
disconnect the oven from the power source and inĆ
terchange the black and white motor leads at the
Master
Link D.C. Controller Board located within the control
box. If the polarity of the motor is changed to
rightĆtoĆleft belt travel, the conveyor belt must
be installed from the left side of the oven inĆ
stead of the right side.
Direction of NOTE: Reconfigure the air plates whenever the
Travel
conveyor belt direction of travel is
changed. See FIGURE 4.
FIGURE 3
DIRECTION OF TRAVEL
7 holes
Burner Side
Slots Slots
Closed Closed
Air Hole
BlockĆoff
Front Of Oven
DIRECTION OF TRAVEL
7 holes
Burner Side
Slots Slots
Closed Closed
Air Hole
BlockĆoff
Front Of Oven
FIGURE 4
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MT3255 and MT3270
DRIVE CHAIN END PLUGS
1. Install the drive chain around the drive motor 1. Install the upper and lower end plugs at both
and then around the sprocket on the conveyor ends of the oven.
belt support.
2. Push the conveyor motor back to tighten the CRUMB PANS
drive chain.
1. Install the crumb pans under each end of the
3. Lock the motor into position by tightening the conveyor.
four 1/4Ć20 hex head screws and dimples
NOTE: On stacked ovens, either use perfoĆ
(washers on older models) between the conĆ
rated crumb pans or install the pans on
veyor motor and the control box.
the lower oven only.
NOTE: Twin belt models have a double
sprocket, chain and motor.
WINDOW HANDLE
1. Install the window handle.
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CHAPTER 3
OPERATION
MT3255 and MT3270
STANDARD CONTROL OPTIONS
1 2 3 4 5 6
ON OFF ON OFF
HEAT BLOWER
COOK TIME
ON OFF
TEMPERATURE
7
CONVEYOR
FIGURE 1
CONTROL DESCRIPTION NOTE: If the oven fails to ignite after the thirty
(30) second purge, turn the HEAT
1. COOK TIME DISPLAY - Displays the belt SWITCH (5) to OFF and wait 5 minutes
speed. before turning back to ON.
2. CONVEYOR ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Turn to
adjust the conveyor speed. 5. Turn the CONVEYOR SWITCH (7) to ON. The
conveyor belt starts to travel through the oven.
3. TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB - Turn to This circuit is independent and can be turned
set cook temperature. on or off without affecting any other operaĆ
4. HEAT LIGHT - Indicates the control is calling tions. Adjust the conveyor speed as follows:
for heat.
Turn the ADJUSTMENT KNOB (2) clockwise to
5. HEAT SWITCH - Controls power to the burner. increase speed, counterĆclockwise to deĆ
6. BLOWER SWITCH - Controls power to the crease speed. Turn the knobĆlock behind the
blowers. control knob to hold the desired belt speed
7. CONVEYOR SWITCH - Controls power to the 6. Turn the BLOWER (6), CONVEYOR (7) and
conveyor motor. HEAT (8) SWITCHES to OFF. The Cool Down
CONTROL OPERATION circuit is energized. The blower motor(s) conĆ
tinue to run until the oven temperature is beĆ
1. Turn the manual gas valve to the OPEN posiĆ tween 135-170F (57-77C). The digital
tion. This is only necessary on initial startĆup. temperature display remains lit until the cool
down circuit deĆenergizes.
2. Turn the BLOWER SWITCH (6) to ON.
The oven will hold these parameters daily and will
3. Push and turn the TEMPERATURE CONTROL require no further adjustments unless a different
KNOB (3) clockwise to the desired setting. product is placed in the oven.
4. Turn the HEAT SWITCH (5) to ON. The burner NOTE: Each oven contains different components
purge timer will be energized. After approxiĆ and must be adjusted individually.
mately thirty (30) seconds, a spark ignites the
burner. Initial start may require longer due to air
in the gas line.
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OPERATION
U.E. TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER WITH CLOSED LOOP DC DRIVE SYSTEM
1 2 3 4 5 6
ON OFF ON OFF
HEAT BLOWER
COOK TIME
ON OFF
TEMPERATURE
7
CONVEYOR
FIGURE 2
CONTROL DESCRIPTION burner. Initial start may require longer due to air
in the gas line.
1. COOK TIME DISPLAY - Displays the belt
speed. NOTE: If the oven fails to ignite after the thirty
2. CONVEYOR ADJUSTMENT KEYS - Press to (30) second purge, turn the HEAT
adjust the conveyor speed. SWITCH (5) to OFF and wait 5 minutes
before turning back to ON.
3. TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB - Turn to
set cook temperature. 5. Turn the CONVEYOR SWITCH (7) to ON. The
4. HEAT LIGHT - Indicates the control is calling conveyor belt starts to travel through the oven.
for heat. This circuit is independent and can be turned
on or off without affecting any other operaĆ
5. HEAT SWITCH - Controls power to the burner. tions. Adjust the conveyor speed as follows:
6. BLOWER SWITCH - Controls power to the
blowers. Press the UP ARROW (2) to increase the conĆ
veyor speed and the DOWN ARROW (2) to deĆ
7. CONVEYOR SWITCH - Controls power to the crease the conveyor speed.
conveyor motor.
6. Turn the BLOWER (6), CONVEYOR (7) and
CONTROL OPERATION HEAT (8) SWITCHES to OFF. The Cool Down
circuit is energized. The blower motor(s) conĆ
1. Turn the manual gas valve to the OPEN posiĆ tinue to run until the oven temperature is beĆ
tion. This is only necessary on initial startĆup. tween 135-170F (57-77C). The digital
2. Turn the BLOWER SWITCH (6) to ON. temperature display remains lit until the cool
down circuit deĆenergizes.
3. Push and turn the TEMPERATURE CONTROL
KNOB (3) clockwise to the desired setting. The oven will hold these parameters daily and will
require no further adjustments unless a different
4. Turn the HEAT SWITCH (5) to ON. The burner product is placed in the oven.
purge timer will be energized. After approxiĆ
mately thirty (30) seconds, a spark ignites the NOTE: Each oven contains different components
and must be adjusted individually.
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MT3255 and MT3270
ATHENA TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER WITH OPEN LOOP DC DRIVE SYSTEM
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
ON OFF ON OFF
HEAT BLOWER
COOK TIME ACTUAL SETPOINT HEAT
ON OFF
TEMPERATURE
10
CONVEYOR
FIGURE 3
CONTROL DESCRIPTION NOTE: If the oven fails to ignite after the thirty
(30) second purge, turn the blower
1. COOK TIME DISPLAY - Gives the belt speed. switch OFF and wait 5 minutes before
2. CONVEYOR ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Turn to turning back ON.
adjust the conveyor speed.
5. Press the ACTUAL TEMPERATURE KEY (3). If
3. ACTUAL TEMPERATURE KEY - Press to disĆ the actual temperature matches the setpoint
play the actual oven temperature. the oven is ready to cook.
4. ACTUAL TEMPERATURE LIGHT - When lit inĆ
dicates the control is displaying the actual NOTE: The display will flash until the actual
oven temperature. temperature is within the preset deviĆ
ation alarm band. The default setting is
5. SETPOINT LIGHT - When lit indicates control 20F of the setpoint.
is displaying desired cook temperature.
6. HEAT LIGHT - When lit indicates that the conĆ 6. Turn the CONVEYOR SWITCH (10) to ON. The
trol is calling for heat. conveyor belt starts to move. Turn the CONĆ
VEYOR ADJUSTMENT KNOB (2) clockwise to
7. UP and DOWN ARROW KEYS - Used to inĆ increase speed, counterĆclockwise to deĆ
crease/decrease desired cook temperature. crease speed. Turn the knobĆlock behind the
8. HEAT SWITCH - Controls power to the burner. control knob to hold the desired belt speed
9. BLOWER SWITCH - Controls power to the 7. Turn the BLOWER (6), CONVEYOR (7) and
blowers. HEAT (8) SWITCHES to OFF. The Cool Down
10. CONVEYOR SWITCH - Controls power to the circuit is energized. The blower motor(s) conĆ
conveyor motor. tinue to run until the oven temperature is beĆ
tween 135-170F (57-77C). The digital
CONTROL OPERATION temperature display remains lit until the cool
1. Turn the manual gas valve to the OPEN posiĆ down circuit deĆenergizes.
tion. This is only necessary on initial startĆup. The oven will hold these parameters daily and will
2. Turn the BLOWER SWITCH (9) to ON. require no further adjustments unless a different
product is placed in the oven.
3. Press the UP or DOWN ARROW keys (7) to enĆ
ter the desired cook temperature. NOTE: Each oven contains different components
and must be adjusted individually.
4. Turn the HEAT SWITCH (8) to ON.
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OPERATION
ATHENA TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER WITH CLOSED LOOP DC DRIVE SYSTEM
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
ON OFF ON OFF
HEAT BLOWER
COOK TIME
ACTUAL SETPOINT HEAT
ON OFF
TEMPERATURE
10
CONVEYOR
FIGURE 4
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COMPUTER CONTROLLER
2
9
3
8 7 6 5 4
FIGURE 5
1. DIGITAL DISPLAY - Displays the time, temĆ To turn the oven on:
perature and controller related information. 1. Press and hold the ON/OFF key (2). The disĆ
2. OVEN ON/OFF - Controls power to the oven. play reads OFF when the oven is idle.
3. NUMERIC KEYS - Used to enter numerical 2. The display flashes WAIT LOW SET TIME.
data in the programming mode. 3. The FAN and HEAT status lamps (9) light. The
fans begin to run. The heat rises to the proĆ
4. CLEAR KEY - Used to clear the display if an grammed temperature. The conveyor belt
error is made in the programming mode. travels at the programmed speed.
5. SET TEMP KEY - Used to view or program the To view the cook time setting:
temperature setpoint.
1. Press the TIME key (7). The LED on the key
6. ACT TEMP KEY - Used to view the current lights and the display flashes SET TIME.
oven temperature.
To display the actual oven temperature:
7. TIME KEY - Used to view or program the cook 1. Press the ACT TEMP key (6). The LED on the
time. key lights and the display reads ACTUAL F.
8. PROG/ENTER KEY - Used to enter and exit To view the temperature set point:
the programming mode. Also used to lock in
programmed settings. 1. Press the SET TEMP key (5). The LED on the
key lights and the display flashes SET TEMP
9. STATUS LAMPS - When lit indicate that the F.
fan or burners are operating.
To turn the oven off:
1. Press the ON/OFF key (2). The blower moĆ
This oven, supplied with remote control, is tor(s) continue to run regardless of the controlĆ
equipped with an emergency shut down ler status until the temperature drops below
switch. Should you need to stop the belt, 180F (82C).
fans, or heat press the emergency switch.
Do not use the emergency switch as a
GENERAL on/off switch!
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OPERATION
PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES DISPLAY INFORMATION
Programming the Cook Time: WAIT LOW - indicates that the present oven
temperature is lower than the set point temperĆ
1. Press the PROGRAM/ENTER key (8).
ature. When the oven reaches the set point
2. Press the TIME key (7). The display reads temperature the display changes to READY.
PROGĆ? SET TIMEĆ? _ _ _ _.
READY - indicates that the oven is ready to acĆ
3. Use the NUMERIC keys (3) to enter the desired cept product.
cook time. The display will read the numbers
SET TEMP mmss - indicates the current
as they are entered. If an error is made, press
cook time setting.
the CLEAR key (4) and reĆenter the number.
HIGH TIME - indicates that the temperature
4. Press the PROGRAM/ENTER key (8) a second
is well above the set point. This usually occurs
time to lockĆin the new time. The new cook time
when moving from a higher tā o a lower temperaĆ
will be stored in the computer's memory.
ture. Wait until the display reads ready before
Programming the Temperature: loading product.
1. Press the PROGRAM/ENTER key (8). HIGH TEMP LIMIT - indicates that the oven
temperature exceeds the high limit from the
2. Press the SET TEMP key (5). The display reads
2nd level program. The Over Temperature
PROGĆ? SET TEMPĆ? _ _ _ _F.
Alarm buzzer will sound. Shut the oven off and
3. Use the NUMERIC keys (3) to enter the desired wait for the unit to cool down.
temperature set point. The control displays the
HIGH TEMP PANEL - indicates that the conĆ
numbers as they are entered. If an error is
trol area reaches an excessive temperature.
made, press the CLEAR key (4) and reĆenter
Shut the oven off and wait for the unit to cool
the number.
down. Error code generally means loose
4. Press the PROGRAM/ENTER key (8) a second ground wire.
time to lockĆin the new temperature. The new
PROBE OPEN PROBE SHORT - indicates
temperature setpoint will be stored in the comĆ
that the temperature sensor has failed. The
puter's memory.
Alarm buzzer sounds. Shut the oven off and
Operation at the Programmed Settings: contact a service representative.
1. Press and hold the ON/OFF key (2).
2. The FAN and HEAT status lamps (9) light. The
fans begin to run. The heat rises to the temperĆ
ature setting stored in the computer's memory.
The conveyor belt begins to travel at the timed
speed stored in memory.
3. The display will flash WAIT LOW SET TIME
until the programmed bake temperature is
reached. The HEAT lamp (9) will remain lit until
the oven reaches the temperature set point.
4. The display reads READY and the HEAT lamp
(9) goes out.
5. The oven is now ready to accept product.
6. Press and hold the ON/OFF key (2) to turn the
oven off. The fans continue to run while the
oven cools to a safe temperature.
3-6
MT3255 and MT3270
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION
NOTE: The following instructions represent the most common configurations. For questions regarding othĆ
er options call the Blodgett Service Department at (800)331Ć5842.
MTĆ70ĆPH DOMESTIC - M2468 REV E
NOTE: The following is also applicable to the OPERATION
MT3255 with 3 blower motors.
1. Turn the blower switch (1) to ON. The N.O. conĆ
COMPONENT REFERENCE tacts close, the N.C. contacts open. 115 VAC
runs to L1 of the temperature controller (2),
NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 6 page 3-21 for compoĆ both coils of the motor contactors (4) and terĆ
nent locations. minal #7 of the hi/lo limit board (7). Terminal
1. BLOWER SWITCH (M0153) #7 is an output. It remains powered after the
oven is shut down to keep the convection fans
2. TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER (M3149)
(5) operating until the unit reaches 135-170F
3. SPST RELAY (16988) (57-77C) as sensed by the thermocouples
4. MOTOR CONTACTORS A & B (M0708) (6).
5. CONVECTION FANS (Clockwise - M4224, NOTE: Two thermocouples are located beĆ
CounterĆclockwise - M4225) tween the middle convection fans in
6. THERMOCOUPLES (Dual lead - M3151, the rear of the oven. One thermocouple
Single - M3152) provides DC millivolts to the Hi/Lo limit
7. HI/LO LIMIT BOARD (M3150) board. The other provides DC milivolts
to the temperature controller. Check
8. HEAT SWITCH (M0152)
thermocouples with a millivolt meter.
9. SPDT THERMAL SWITCH (M2453)
2. Turn the heat switch (8) to ON. Power goes to
10. SINGLE SOLENOID GAS VALVE (20287)
the common terminal of the temperature conĆ
11. PRESSURE SWITCH (M0595) troller (2) and terminal #5 of the Hi/Lo limit
12. 220/24 VAC TRANSFORMER (M2381) board (7). A switch is made between terminals
13. PURGE RELAY (M2385) #5 and #6 of the Hi/Lo limit board. This switch
opens if the oven cavity temperature exceeds
14. COMBUSTION MOTOR (M0767)
600F (316C). Terminal #6 of the Hi/Lo board
15. CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH is an output and sends power to a pressure
16. IGNITION CONTROL (M1054) switch (11). The switch reacts from a vacuum
17. PILOT VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495) created by the convection fans. If the switch is
closed, power runs to the primary side of a
18. MAIN VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495)
115/24 VAC transformer (12) and a contact on
19. SPDT THERMAL SWITCH (M2453) the purge relay (13).
20. COOLING FANS (4Ć1/2" - M2469,
NOTE: These components are located in a
3Ć1/5" - 21134)
box mounted on top of the combustion
21. MOMENTARY SWITCH (M2497) motor.
22. 120 VOLT RELAY (16241)
When 24 VAC is applied to this relay, the conĆ
23. BUZZER tacts close sending 115 VAC to start the comĆ
24. CONVEYOR SWITCH (M0152) bustion motor (14). When the combustion moĆ
25. 10kW POTENTIOMETER (M3145) tor reaches full speed, a centrifugal switch (15)
closes sending 24 VAC to the ignition module
26. #10 PICKUP (M3147)
(16). After the module's self diagnostics are
27. TIME DISPLAY (M3146) complete, the pilot valve (17) opens. When a
28. D.C. MOTOR (M2378) proof of flame is established, the main burner
29. D.C. SPEED CONTROL BOARD (M2379) valve (18) opens.
30. INDICATOR LIGHT (M0791) 3. Output from the temperature controller (2)
goes from N.O. terminal to the common termiĆ
3-7
OPERATION
nal of a SPDT thermal switch (9). The switch 6. The conveyor is driven by an open loop D.C.
toggles if the temperature passing its face exĆ control system consisting of a conveyor switch
ceeds the rating on the back of the switch. (23), time display (26), 10kW potentiometer
(24), D.C. speed control board (28), 130 VDC
NOTE: The switch is located in the front conĆ
motor (27) and #10 Hall effect pickup (25). ReĆ
trol compartment. It protects the other
fer to page 5-1 for pickup troubleshooting. AfĆ
components from hi ambient heat.
ter the conveyor switch is turned on, the time
If this switch is cold, it should be made beĆ display illuminates. The D.C. control board
tween common and N.C. terminals sending powers up. The output voltage measured on
power to the single solenoid gas valve (10). terminals A1 and A2 of the board to the motor
varies from 20 to130 VDC based on the posiĆ
4. When power is applied to the coils of both moĆ
tion of the potentiometer. The speed of the moĆ
tor contactors (4) the contacts close sending
tor should also vary. The time display varies deĆ
power to the four convection fans (5) located
pending on the speed of the Hall effect pickup.
in the back of the oven. Power is also applied
The pickup sends an R.P.M value to the disĆ
to the coil of the SPST relay (3).
play. The display converts this value to minĆ
NOTE: The SPST relay acts as a hood interĆ utes:seconds.
lock and is sometimes used as a
NOTE: This type of system does not sense the
means of starting the hood.
weight of the product and will slow
5. The oven has six cooling fans (19). Two on the down slightly if the belt is fully loaded.
front control panel keep the panel below 140F
7. If the thermal switch (9) in the control panel
(60C). The fan's airflow is from left to right for
toggles due to high heat, the single solenoid
flow through ventilation. The other four, in the
valve (10) closes. Power runs through a moĆ
rear of the oven, keep the convection fans from
mentary switch (20) to the coil of a 115 volt
overheating. The cooling fans start when the
relay (21). When this relay closes, a buzzer (22)
motor contactor powers up and closes beĆ
sounds and an indicator lamp (29) lights, indiĆ
tween terminals #13 and #14. Power goes to
cating a control compartment high temperaĆ
the N.C. terminal of a SPDT thermal switch
ture. Pressing the momentary switch disenĆ
(18). The switch toggles if the temperature
gages the relay, silencing the buzzer. The
passing its face exceeds the rating on the back
indicator lamp remains lit until the temperature
of the switch and may start the fans even if the
drops 20F across the face of the thermal
oven is off. If this switch is cold, it should be
switch, allowing the burner to refire.
made between common and N.C. terminals
sending power to the cooling fans.
NOTE: The switch is located on the ceiling of
the convection fan compartment.
3-8
MT3255 and MT3270
MTĆ70ĆPH GENERAL EXPORT - M2501 REV D
NOTE: The following is also applicable to the OPERATION
MT3255 with 3 blower motors.
1. Turn the blower switch (1) to ON. The N.O. conĆ
COMPONENT REFERENCE tacts close, the N.C. contacts open. 220 or 240
VAC runs to terminal #3 of the temperature
NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 7 page 3-22 for compoĆ controller (2), both coils of the motor contacĆ
nent locations. tors (4) and terminal #7 of the hi/lo limit board
1. BLOWER SWITCH (M0153) (7). Terminal #7 is an output. It remains powĆ
ered after the oven is shut down to keep the
2. TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER (M3155)
convection fans (5) operating until the unit
3. SPST RELAY (16988) reaches 135-170F (57-77C) as sensed by
4. MOTOR CONTACTORS A & B (M0708) the thermocouples (6).
5. CONVECTION FANS (Clockwise - M4597, NOTE: Two thermocouples are located beĆ
CounterĆclockwise - M4598) tween the middle convection fans in
6. THERMOCOUPLES (Dual lead - M3151, the rear of the oven. One thermocouple
Single - M3152) provides DC millivolts to the Hi/Lo limit
7. HI/LO LIMIT BOARD (M3150) board. The other provides DC milivolts
to the temperature controller. Check
8. HEAT SWITCH (M0152)
thermocouples with a millivolt meter.
9. SPDT THERMAL SWITCH (M2453)
2. Turn the heat switch (8) to ON. Power goes to
10. SINGLE SOLENOID GAS VALVE (M2245)
terminal #6 of the temperature controller (2)
11. PRESSURE SWITCH (M0595) and terminal #5 of the Hi/Lo limit board (7). A
12. 220/24 VAC TRANSFORMER (M2384) switch is made between terminals #5 and #6
13. PURGE RELAY (M2385) of the Hi/Lo limit board. This switch opens if the
oven cavity temperature exceeds 600F
14. COMBUSTION MOTOR (M2276)
(316C). Terminal #6 of the Hi/Lo board is an
15. IGNITION CONTROL (M1054) output and sends power to a pressure switch
16. PILOT VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495) (11). The switch reacts from a vacuum created
17. MAIN VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495) by the convection fans. If the switch is closed,
power runs to the primary side of a 220/24 VAC
18. SPDT THERMAL SWITCH (M2453)
transformer (12) and a contact on the purge
19. COOLING FANS (4Ć1/2" - 23034, relay (13).
3Ć1/5" - 21430)
NOTE: These components are located in a
20. MOMENTARY SWITCH (M2497)
box mounted on top of the combustion
21. 240 VOLT RELAY (90250) motor.
22. BUZZER
When 24 VAC is applied to this relay, the conĆ
23. CONVEYOR SWITCH (M0152) tacts close sending 220 VAC to start the comĆ
24. 10kW POTENTIOMETER (M3145) bustion motor (14). The relay also sends powĆ
25. #10 PICKUP (M3147) er to terminal #2 of the ignition control system
(15). After the module's self diagnostics are
26. TIME DISPLAY (M3154)
complete, the pilot valve (16) opens. When a
27. D.C. MOTOR (M3128) proof of flame is established, the main burner
28. D.C. SPEED CONTROL BOARD (M3153) valve (17) opens.
29. INDICATOR LIGHT (16037) 3. Output from the temperature controller (2)
goes from terminal #4 to the common terminal
of a SPDT thermal switch (9). The switch
toggles if the temperature passing its face exĆ
ceeds the rating on the back of the switch.
3-9
OPERATION
NOTE: The switch is located in the front conĆ 6. The conveyor is driven by an open loop D.C.
trol compartment. It protects the other control system consisting of a conveyor switch
components from hi ambient heat. (23), time display (26), potentiometer (24),
D.C. speed control board (28), 180 VDC motor
If this switch is cold, it should be made beĆ
(27) and #10 Hall effect pickup (25). Refer to
tween common and N.C. terminals sending
page 5-1 for pickup troubleshooting. After the
power to the single solenoid gas valve (10).
conveyor switch is turned on, the time display
4. When power is applied to the coils of both moĆ illuminates. The D.C. control board powers up.
tor contactors (4) the contacts close sending The output voltage measured on the A1 and A2
power to the four convection fans (5) located of the board to the motor varies from 20 to180
in the back of the oven. Power is also applied VDC based on the position of the potentiomeĆ
to the coil of the SPST relay (3). ter. The speed of the motor should also vary.
The time display varies depending on the
NOTE: The SPST relay acts as a hood interĆ
speed of the Hall effect pickup. The pickup
lock and is sometimes used as a
sends an R.P.M value to the display. The disĆ
means of starting the hood.
play converts this value to minutes:seconds.
5. The oven has six cooling fans (19). Two on the
NOTE: This type of system does not sense the
front control panel keep the panel below 140F
weight of the product and will slow
(60C). The fan's airflow is from left to right for
down slightly if the belt is fully loaded.
flow through ventilation. The other four, in the
rear of the oven, keep the convection fans from 7. If the thermal switch (9) in the control panel
overheating. The cooling fans start when the toggles due to high heat, the single solenoid
motor contactor powers up and closes beĆ valve (10) closes. Power runs through a moĆ
tween terminals #5 and #6. Power goes to the mentary switch (20) to the coil of a 240 volt
N.C. terminal of a SPDT thermal switch (18). relay (21). When this relay closes, a buzzer (22)
The switch toggles if the temperature passing sounds and an indicator lamp (29) lights, indiĆ
its face exceeds the rating on the back of the cating a control compartment high temperaĆ
switch and may start the fans even if the oven ture. Pressing the momentary switch disenĆ
is off. If this switch is cold, it should be made gages the relay, silencing the buzzer. The
between common and N.C. terminals sending indicator lamp remains lit until the temperature
power to the cooling fans. drops 20F across the face of the thermal
switch, allowing the burner to refire.
NOTE: The switch is located on the ceiling of
the convection fan compartment.
3-10
MT3255 and MT3270
MT3270 WITH STANDARD CONTROLS - 21575 REV E
NOTE: The following is also applicable to the OPERATION
MT3255 with 3 blower motors.
1. Turn the blower switch (1) to ON. The N.O. conĆ
COMPONENT REFERENCE tacts close, the N.C. contacts open. 115 VAC
runs to terminal #1 of the temperature controlĆ
NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 8 page 3-23 for compoĆ ler (2), both coils of the motor contactors (3)
nent locations. and terminal #7 of the hi/lo limit board (5). TerĆ
1. BLOWER SWITCH (M0153) minal #7 is an output. It remains powered after
the oven is shut down to keep the convection
2. TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER (M3149)
fans (6) operating until the unit reaches
3. MOTOR CONTACTOR A & B (M0708) 135-170F (57-77C) as sensed by the therĆ
4. THERMOCOUPLES (Dual lead - M3151, mocouples (4).
Single - M3152)
NOTE: Two thermocouples are located beĆ
5. HI/LO LIMIT BOARD (M3150) tween the middle convection fans in
6. CONVECTION FANS (Clockwise - M4224, the rear of the oven. One thermocouple
CounterĆclockwise - M4225) provides DC millivolts to the Hi/Lo limit
7. HEAT SWITCH (M0152) board. The other provides DC milivolts
to the temperature controller. Check
8. COMBUSTION MOTOR (22132)
thermocouples with a millivolt meter.
9. PRESSURE SWITCH (M0595)
2. Turn the heat switch (7) to ON. Power goes to
10. 110/24 VAC TRANSFORMER (M2381)
terminal #6 of the temperature controller (2)
11. PURGE RELAY (M2382) and terminal #5 of the Hi/Lo limit board (5). A
12. CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH circuit is made between terminals #5 and #6
13. IGNITION MODULE (M1054) of the Hi/Lo limit board. This switch opens if the
oven cavity temperature exceeds 600F
14. PILOT VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495)
(316C) as sensed by the thermocouples. TerĆ
15. MAIN VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495) minal #6 of the Hi/Lo board is an output and
16. SPST THERMAL SWITCH (M1362) sends power to a pressure switch (9). The
17. SINGLE SOLENOID GAS VALVE (20287) switch reacts from a vacuum created by the
convection fans. If the switch is closed, power
18. COOLING FANS (4Ć1/2" - M2469,
runs to the primary side of a 115/24 VAC transĆ
3Ć1/5" - 21134)
former (10) and a contact on the purge relay
19. SPST THERMAL SWITCH (M0635) (11).
20. CONVEYOR SWITCH (M0152)
NOTE: These components are located in a
21. TIME DISPLAY (M3146) box mounted on top of the combustion
22. 10KW POTENTIOMETER (M3145) motor.
23. D.C. SPEED CONTROL BOARD (M2379) When 24 VAC is applied to this relay, the conĆ
24. 130 VDC MOTOR (M2378) tacts close sending 115 VAC to start the comĆ
25. #10 PICK UP (M3147) bustion motor (8). When the combustion moĆ
tor reaches full speed, a centrifugal switch (12)
closes sending 24 VAC to the ignition module
(13). After the module's self diagnostics are
complete, the pilot valve (14) opens. When a
proof of flame is established, the main burner
valve (15) opens.
3. Output from the temperature controller (2)
goes from terminal #4 to a terminal of a SPDT
thermal switch (16). The switch toggles if the
temperature passing its face exceeds the ratĆ
ing on the back of the switch.
3-11
OPERATION
NOTE: The switch is located in the front conĆ 6. The conveyor is driven by an open loop D.C.
trol compartment. It protects the other control system consisting of a conveyor switch
components from hi ambient heat. (20), time display (21), 10kW potentiometer
(22), D.C. speed control board (23), 130 VDC
If this switch is cold, it should be closed sendĆ
motor (24) and #10 Hall effect pickup (25). ReĆ
ing power to the single solenoid gas valve (17).
fer to page 5-1 for pickup troubleshooting. AfĆ
4. When power is applied to the coils of both moĆ ter the conveyor switch is turned on, the time
tor contactors (3) the contacts close sending display illuminates. The D.C. control board
power to the four convection fans (6) located powers up. The output voltage measured at A1
in the back of the oven. and A2 of the board to the motor varies from 20
to130 VDC based on the position of the potenĆ
5. The oven has six cooling fans (18). Two on the
tiometer. The speed of the motor should also
front control panel keep the panel below 140F
vary. The time display varies depending on the
(60C). The fan's airflow is from left to right for
speed of the Hall effect pickup. The pickup
flow through ventilation. The other four, in the
sends an R.P.M value to the display. The disĆ
rear of the oven, keep the convection fans from
play converts this value to minutes:seconds.
overheating. The cooling fans start when the
SPST thermal switch (19) closes. The switch NOTE: This type of system does not sense the
toggles if the temperature passing its face exĆ weight of the product and will slow
ceeds the rating on the back of the switch. down slightly if the belt is fully loaded.
NOTE: The switch is located on the ceiling of
the convection fan compartment.
3-12
MT3255 and MT3270
MT3270 TWIN BELT WITH REMOTE CONTROLS - M4410 REV A
COMPONENT REFERENCE OPERATION
NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 9 page 3-24 for compoĆ 1. Apply power to the oven. Program the time and
nent locations. temperature into the computer (1). The burner
1. COMPUTER (FW525) valve relay (4), blower relay (2) and main conĆ
trol relay (3) energize powering up the oven.
2. BLOWER RELAY (22672)
3. MAIN CONTROL RELAY (22672) 2. The main control relay (3) sends power to the
front and rear speed control boards (5) and the
4. BURNER VALVE RELAY (22672) SPST thermal switch (6). The switch toggles if
5. SPEED CONTROL BOARDS A & B (M2379) the temperature passing its face exceeds the
6. SPST THERMAL SWITCH (M1362) rating on the back of the switch. If the thermal
7. MANUAL RESETABLE HI LIMIT (M3295) switch is closed, power is supplied to the
manual reset high limit switch (7). The high limĆ
8. PRESSURE SWITCH (M0595) it switch is a bulb and capillary style switch. It
9. 115/24 VAC TRANSFORMER (M2381) reacts when the oven cavity temperature exĆ
10. PURGE RELAY (M2382) ceeds the high limit programmed into the
11. COMBUSTION MOTOR (22132) cooking computer.
12. CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH If the high limit switch is closed power flows to
13. IGNITION CONTROL SYSTEM (M1054) the convection fan pressure switch (8). The
switch reacts from a vacuum created by the
14. PILOT VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495) convection fans.
15. MAIN VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495)
If the pressure switch is closed, power runs to
16. MOTOR CONTACTOR (M0708) the primary side of a 115/24 VAC transformer
17. CONVECTION FANS (Clockwise - M4224, (9) and a contact on the purge relay (10).
CounterĆclockwise - M4225) These components are located in a box
18. COOLING FANS (4Ć1/2" - M2469, mounted on top of the combustion motor.
3Ć1/5" - 21134) When 24 VAC are applied to the purge relay,
19. SPDT THERMAL SWITCH (M2453) the contacts close sending 115 VAC to start
20. D.C. MOTOR (M2378) the combustion motor (11). When the combusĆ
21. RTD PROBE (M7427) tion motor reaches full speed, a centrifugal
switch (12) closes sending 24 VAC to the igniĆ
22. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN SWITCH (M0152) tion module (13). After the module's self diagĆ
nostics are complete, the pilot valve (14)
opens. When a proof of flame is established,
the ignition control module (13) sends 24 VAC
to terminal #6 of the burner valve relay (4). If
this relay is closed on a call for heat, as sensed
by an RTD probe, a circuit is completed beĆ
tween terminal #6 and #5 sending 24 VAC to
the main valve (15).
NOTE: The RTD probe is located between the
two middle convection fans in the rear
of the oven. Check the probe with an
ohm meter.
3. The blower relay (2) sends 115 volts to the coil
of the motor contactor (16) starting the four
convection fans (18) in the rear of the oven.
This contactor also supplies power to the N.C.
terminal of a SPDT thermal switch (19). The
switch toggles if the temperature passing its
3-13
OPERATION
face exceeds the rating on the back of the board or the time programmed into the comĆ
switch and may start the fans even if the oven puter.
is off. If this switch is cold, it should be made
NOTE: The DAC receives 20 VDC from the
between common and N.C. terminals sending
speed control boards. The DAC reĆ
power to the cooling fans (18).
turns a portion of the voltage (between
NOTE: The SPDT thermal switch is located in .47 and 4.7 VDC). The amount of voltĆ
the ceiling of the convection fan age is dependent on the time proĆ
compartment. grammed into the computer.
4. The conveyors are driven by an open loop DC NOTE: This type of system does not sense the
control system consisting of two DC speed weight of the product and will slow
control boards (5), two 130 VDC motors (20) down slightly if the belt is fully loaded.
and the DAC located in the cooking computer
NOTE: This oven, supplied with remote conĆ
(1). If a time is programmed into the cooking
trol, is equipped with an emergency
computer, a voltage ranging between .47 and
shut down switch. Should you need to
4.7 is applied to the DC speed control boards.
stop the belt, fans, or heat press the
The output voltage measured at A1 and A2 of
emergency switch. Do not use the
the boards to the motors varies from 20 to130
emergency switch as a GENERAL
VDC based on the DAC voltage applied to the
on/off switch!
3-14
MT3255 and MT3270
MT3270 WITH CLOSED LOOP - M4206 REV B
NOTE: The following is also applicable to the OPERATION
MT3255 with 3 blower motors.
1. Turn the blower switch (1) to ON. The N.O. conĆ
COMPONENT REFERENCE tacts close, the N.C. contacts open. 115 VAC
runs to terminal #1 of the temperature controlĆ
NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 10 page 3-25 for compoĆ ler (2), both coils of the motor contactors (3)
nent locations. and terminal #7 of the hi/lo limit board (4). TerĆ
1. BLOWER SWITCH (M0153) minal #7 is an output. It remains powered after
the oven is shut down to keep the convection
2. TEMPERATURE CONTROL (M3149)
fans (5) operating until the unit reaches
3. MOTOR CONTACTORS A & B (M0708) 135-170F (57-77C) as sensed by the therĆ
4. HI/LO LIMIT BOARD (M3150) mocouples (6).
5. CONVECTION FANS (Clockwise - M4224, NOTE: Two thermocouples are located beĆ
CounterĆclockwise - M4225) tween the middle convection fans in
6. THERMOCOUPLES (Dual lead - M3151, the rear of the oven. One thermocouple
Single - M3152) provides DC millivolts to the Hi/Lo limit
7. HEAT SWITCH (M0152) board. The other provides DC milivolts
to the temperature controller. Check
8. COMBUSTION MOTOR (22132)
thermocouples with a millivolt meter.
9. PRESSURE SWITCH (M0595)
2. Turn the heat switch (7) to ON. Power goes to
10. 115/24 TRANSFORMER (M2381)
terminal #6 of the temperature controller (2)
11. PURGE RELAY (M2382) and terminal #5 of the Hi/Lo limit board (4). A
12. CENTRIFUGAL SWITCH circuit is made between terminals #5 and #6
13. IGNITION CONTROL MODULE (M1054) of the Hi/Lo limit board. This switch opens if the
oven cavity temperature exceeds 600F
14. PILOT VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495)
(316C) as sensed by the thermocouples. TerĆ
15. MAIN VALVE (LP - 22190, Natural - M5495) minal #6 of the Hi/Lo board is an output and
16. SPST THERMAL SWITCH (M1362) sends power to a pressure switch (9). The
17. SINGLE SOLENOID GAS VALVE (20287) switch reacts from a vacuum created by the
convection fans. If the switch is closed, power
18. COOLING FANS (4Ć1/2" - M2469,
runs to the primary side of a 115/24 VAC transĆ
3Ć1/5" - 21134)
former (10) and a contact on the purge relay
19. SPDT THERMAL SWITCH (M2453) (11).
20. CONVEYOR SWITCH (M0152)
NOTE: These components are located in a
21. D.C. MOTOR (M2378) box mounted on top of the combustion
22. TIME DISPLAY/MOTOR DRIVE (M3393) motor.
23. #2 HALL EFFECT PICKUP (M0984) When 24 VAC is applied to this relay, the conĆ
tacts close sending 115 VAC to start the comĆ
bustion motor (8). When the combustion moĆ
tor reaches full speed, a centrifugal switch (12)
closes sending 24 VAC to the ignition module
(13). After the module's self diagnostics are
complete, the pilot valve (14) opens. When a
proof of flame is established, the main burner
valve (15) opens.
3. Output from the temperature controller (2)
goes from terminal #4 to a terminal of a SPST
thermal switch (16). The switch toggles if the
temperature passing its face exceeds the ratĆ
ing on the back of the switch.
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OPERATION
NOTE: The switch is located in the front conĆ 6. The conveyor belt is driven by a closed loop
trol compartment. It protects the other D.C. drive system consisting of a conveyor
components from hi ambient heat. switch (20), 130 VDC motor (21), time display
and motor drive (22) and a #2 Hall effect pickĆ
If this switch is cold, it should be closed sendĆ
up (23). Refer to page 5-1 for pickup troubleĆ
ing power to the single solenoid gas valve (17).
shooting. The motor speed varies based on
4. When power is applied to the coils of both moĆ the time programmed into the digital time disĆ
tor contactors (3) the contacts close sending play. To slow the belt down, press the down arĆ
power to the four convection fans (5) located row key. To increase belt speed, press the up
in the back of the oven. arrow key.
5. The oven has six cooling fans (18). Two on the NOTE: When this component is replaced it
front control panel keep the panel below 140F must be reprogrammed for the apĆ
(60C). The fan's airflow is from left to right for propriate tunnel length. Reference
flow through ventilation. The other four, in the Calibration section page 4-4.
rear of the oven, keep the convection fans from
NOTE: This system senses the weight of the
overheating. The cooling fans start when the
product and compensates by increasĆ
motor contactor powers up and closes beĆ
ing the voltage output.
tween terminals #13 and #14. Power goes to
the N.C. terminal of a SPDT thermal switch
(19). The switch toggles if the temperature
passing its face exceeds the rating on the back
of the switch and may start the fans even if the
oven is off. If this switch is cold, it should be
made between common and N.C. terminals
sending power to the cooling fans.
NOTE: The switch is located on the ceiling of
the convection fan compartment.
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COMPONENT REFERENCE OPERATION
NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 11 page 3-26 for compoĆ 1. Turn the blower switch (1) to ON. The N.O. conĆ
nent locations. tacts close, the N.C. contacts open. 115 VAC
1. BLOWER SWITCH (M0153) runs to L1 of the temperature controller (2),
both coils of the motor contactors (3) and terĆ
2. TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER (M3155) minal #7 of the hi/lo limit board (4). Terminal
3. MOTOR CONTACTORS (M0708) #7 is an output. It remains powered after the
4. HI/LO LIMIT BOARD (M3150) oven is shut down to keep the convection fans
5. CONVECTION FANS (Clockwise - M4597, (5) operating until the unit reaches 135-170F
CounterĆclockwise - M4598) (57-77C) as sensed by the thermocouples
(6).
6. THERMOCOUPLES (Dual lead - M3151,
Single - M3152) NOTE: Two thermocouples are located beĆ
7. HEAT SWITCH (M0152) tween two of the convection fans in the
rear of the oven. One thermocouple
8. SPST THERMAL SWITCH (M1362) provides DC millivolts to the Hi/Lo limit
9. ELEMENT CONTACTORS (M2247) board. The other provides DC milivolts
10. HEATING ELEMENTS (220 - M5282, to the temperature controller. Check
240 - M5281) thermocouples with a millivolt meter.
11. COOLING FANS (4Ć1/2" - 23034, 2. Turn the heat switch (7) to ON. Power goes to
3Ć1/2" - 21430) the N.O. terminal of the temperature controller
12. SPDT THERMAL SWITCH (M2453) (2). On a call for heat the temperature controlĆ
13. CONVEYOR SWITCH (M0152) ler closes a switch between the N.O. and comĆ
mon terminals. Power is sent to one side of a
14. D.C. MOTOR (M2378) SPST thermal switch (8). The switch toggles if
15. TIME DISPLAY/MOTOR DRIVE (M3393) the temperature passing its face exceeds the
16. #2 HALL EFFECT PICKUP (M0984) rating on the back of the switch.
NOTE: The switch is located in the front conĆ
trol compartment. It protects the other
components from hi ambient heat.
If this switch is cold it should be closed, sendĆ
ing power to terminal #5 of the hi/lo limit board.
A switch is made between terminals #5 and
#6 of the Hi/Lo limit board. This switch opens
if the oven cavity temperature exceeds 600F
(316C). Terminal #6 of the Hi/Lo board is an
output and sends power to the coil of the eleĆ
ment contactor. When the element contactor
closes it sends power to the heating elements.
3. The oven has six cooling fans (11). Two on the
front control panel keep the panel below 140F
(60C). The fan's airflow is from left to right for
flow through ventilation. The other four, in the
rear of the oven, keep the convection fans (5)
from overheating. The cooling fans start when
the motor contactor powers up and closes beĆ
tween terminals #5 and #6. Power goes to the
N.C. terminal of a SPDT thermal switch (12).
The switch toggles if the temperature passing
its face exceeds the rating on the back of the
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OPERATION
switch and may start the fans even if the oven the time programmed into the digital time disĆ
is off. If this switch is cold, it should be made play. To slow the belt down, press the down arĆ
between common and N.C. terminals sending row key. To increase belt speed, press the up
power to the cooling fans. arrow key.
NOTE: The switch is located on the ceiling of NOTE: When this component is replaced it
the convection fan compartment. must be reprogrammed for the apĆ
propriate tunnel length. Reference
4. The conveyor belt is driven by a closed loop
Calibration section page 4-4.
D.C. drive system consisting of a conveyor
switch (13), 130 VDC motor (14), time display NOTE: This system senses the weight of the
and motor drive (15) and a #2 Hall effect pickĆ product and compensates by increasĆ
up (16). Refer to page 5-1 for pickup troubleĆ ing the voltage output.
shooting. The motor speed varies based on
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MT3270 CE - M8296 REV A
NOTE: The following is also applicable to the OPERATION
MT3255 with 3 blower motors.
1. Turn the blower switch (1) to ON. The N.O. conĆ
COMPONENT REFERENCE tacts close, the N.C. contacts open. 220 or 240
VAC runs to terminal #3 of the temperature
NOTE: Refer to FIGURE 12 page 3-27 for compoĆ controller (2), both coils of the motor contacĆ
nent locations. tors (3) and terminal #7 of the hi/lo limit board
1. BLOWER SWITCH (M0153) (5). Terminal #7 is an output. It remains powĆ
ered after the oven is shut down to keep the
2. TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER (M3155)
convection fans (6) operating until the unit
3. MOTOR CONTACTOR (M2247) reaches 135-170F (57-77C) as sensed by
4. SPST RELAY/HOOD INTERLOCK(16998) the thermocouples (7).
5. HI/LO LIMIT BOARD (M3150) NOTE: Two thermocouples are located beĆ
6. CONVECTION FANS (Clockwise - M4597, tween the middle convection fans in
CounterĆclockwise - M4598) the rear of the oven. One thermocouple
7. THERMOCOUPLES (Dual lead - M3151, provides DC millivolts to the Hi/Lo limit
Single - M3152) board. The other provides DC milivolts
to the temperature controller. Check
8. HEAT SWITCH (M0152)
thermocouples with a millivolt meter.
9. CONVECTION PRESSURE SWITCH (M0595)
2. Turn the heat switch (8) to ON. Power goes to
10. COMBUSTION MOTOR (M2386)
terminal #6 of the temperature controller (2)
11. BURNER PRESSURE SWITCH (M3330) and terminal #5 of the Hi/Lo limit board (5). A
12. TPDT RELAY/LATCHING RELAY (M6519) switch is made between terminals #5 and #6
13. 10 SECOND PURGE TIMER (M3173) of the Hi/Lo board. This switch opens if the
oven cavity temperature exceeds 600F
14. SPST RELAY (16775)
(316C). Terminal #6 of the Hi/Lo board is an
15. SPDT THERMAL SWITCH (M2453) output and sends power to a convection presĆ
16. IGNITION CONTROL MODULE/ sure switch (9). The switch reacts from a vacuĆ
LANDIS & GYR (M3168) um created by the convection fans. If the
17. 2 SECOND PURGE TIMER (M3172) switch is closed, power runs to the combustion
motor (10), the common terminal of the burner
18. PILOT VALVE (LP - M6001, Natural - M6000)
pressure switch (11), and terminal #7 of a
19. MAIN VALVE (LP - M6001, Natural - M6000) TPDT relay (12).
20. IGNITION ALARM LIGHT (16037)
NOTE: This relay acts as a latching relay and
21. COOLING FANS (4Ć1/2" - 23034, remains powered up even after the
3Ć1/2" - 21430) burner pressure switch changes state.
22. SPDT THERMAL SWITCH (M2453)
The burner pressure switch should be made
23. CONVEYOR SWITCH (M0152) between common and N.C., sending power to
24. TIME DISPLAY (M3154) terminal #4 and the coil of the latching relay.
25. 10KW POTENTIOMETER (M3145) 3. When the combustion motor (10) reaches full
26. D.C. SPEED CONTROL BOARD (M3153) speed, the burner pressure switch (11) toggles
27. 180 VDC MOTOR (M3128) between common and N.C. to common and
N.O. Power goes to terminal #9 of the latching
28. #10 HALL EFFECT PICKUP (M3147)
relay (12). This relay is latched due to voltage
29. MOMENTARY SWITCH (M2497) passing from terminal #7 through a set of
30. BUZZER closed contacts to terminal #4 to its coil. A set
31. INDICATOR LAMP (16037) of contacts are also closed between terminals
#9 and #6 of the same relay, sending power
32. TPDT RELAY (90250)
to a 10 second purge timer (13). When the timĆ
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OPERATION
er times out, power goes to the coil of a SPST overheating. The cooling fans start when the
relay (14), allowing its contacts to close. motor contactor powers up and closes beĆ
tween terminals #3 and #4. Power goes to the
4. On a call for heat from the temperature controlĆ
N.C. terminal of a SPDT thermal switch (22).
ler (2), as sensed by the thermocouples, a set
The switch toggles if the temperature passing
of contacts closes sending power out of termiĆ
its face exceeds the rating on the back of the
nal #4 of the temperature controller to the
switch and may start the fans even if the oven
common terminal of the SPDT thermal switch
is off. If this switch is cold, it should be made
(15). The switch toggles if the temperature
between common and N.C. terminals sending
passing its face exceeds the rating on the back
power to the cooling fans.
of the switch.
NOTE: The switch is located on the ceiling of
NOTE: The switch is located in the front conĆ
the convection fan compartment.
trol compartment. It protects the other
components from hi ambient heat. 7. The conveyor is driven by an open loop D.C.
control system consisting of a conveyor switch
If this switch is cold, it should be made beĆ
(23), time display (24), 10kW potentiometer
tween common and N.C. terminals sending
(25), D.C. speed control board (26), 180 VDC
power to one side of the SPST relay (14). This
motor (27) and #10 Hall effect pickup (28). ReĆ
relay was closed shortly after the 10 second
fer to page 5-1 for pickup troubleshooting. AfĆ
purge timer (13) timed out. Power is sent to terĆ
ter the conveyor switch is turned on, the time
minal #1 of the Landis and Gyr ignition control
display illuminates. The D.C. control board
system (16). Terminal #8 of the ignition control
powers up. The output voltage measured on
module is an output. It sends power to a 2 secĆ
terminals A1 and A2 of the board to the motor
ond purge timer (17) and the pilot valve (18).
varies from 20 to180 VDC based on the posiĆ
The main valve (19) opens when the 2 second
tion of the potentiometer. The speed of the moĆ
purge timer times out. If the ignition control
tor should also vary. The time display varies deĆ
senses a flame the system remains energized.
pending on the speed of the Hall effect pickup.
If not, the control locks out within 1 to 3 secĆ
The pickup sends an R.P.M value to the disĆ
onds. The ignition alarm light (20) illuminates.
play. The display converts this value to minĆ
NOTE: This system is polarity specific. If the utes:seconds.
unit locks out repeatedly and the D.C.
NOTE: This type of system does not sense the
microamps are within the acceptable
weight of the product and will slow
range, check for proper polarity.
down slightly if the belt is fully loaded.
5. When power is applied to the coils of both moĆ
8. If the thermal switch (15) in the control panel
tor contactors (3) the contacts close sending
toggles due to high heat power is interrupted
power to the four convection fans (6) located
to the ignition control system. Power runs
in the back of the oven. Power is also applied
through a momentary switch (29) to the coil of
to the coil of the SPST relay (4).
a 220 or 240 volt relay (32). When this relay
NOTE: The SPST relay acts as a hood interĆ closes, a buzzer (30) sounds and an indicator
lock and is sometimes used as a lamp (31) lights, indicating a control compartĆ
means of starting the hood. ment high temperature. Pressing the momenĆ
tary switch disengages the relay, silencing the
6. The oven has six cooling fans (21). Two on the
buzzer. The indicator lamp remains lit until the
front control panel keep the panel below 140F
temperature drops 20F (11C) across the
(60C). The fan's airflow is from left to right for
face of the thermal switch, allowing the burner
flow through ventilation. The other four, in the
to refire.
rear of the oven, keep the convection fans from
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27 22 30 21 20 20
2
6
7 10
9 13
11 12
25
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23 24 1 15
18
14
29 8
17
16
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FIGURE 6
26
28
19 4B 5
20 20
5 5 5
20 20 4A
21
29 20 19 19
26
2
6
7
9 10
13
11 12
24 1
8
22 23
17
14
28
16
15
25
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FIGURE 7
27
3
4A 4B
18
19 19
5 5 5 5
19 19
OPERATION
21
18 18
2 4
5 17
11
9 10
16
22
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20
12
1
15
8
23 7
13 14
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FIGURE 8
24
25
19
3B 6
18 18
3B 6 6 6
18 18
5A
4
7
10
6
3 8
19 9
21 5B
12
15 11
14
13
22
20
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1
FIGURE 9
19
17
18
16
18
17 17 17
18 18
OPERATION
21 17 17
2
4
16
9
8 10
15
MT3255 and MT3270
19
20 1
22 11
7
6
12
3-25
FIGURE 10
18 3B 5
17 17
5 5 5
17 17 3A
15 11 11
2
6
10
8
13 1
16
7
9
14
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FIGURE 11
3B
12
11 11
5 5 5
3A
11 11
OPERATION
33 32
24 21 21
30
2 7
5
12
11
15
25
14
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9
31 23 17
19
1 13
26
8 16 18
10
20
28
3-27
27
FIGURE 12
4
22
21 21 3
6 6 6 6
21 21
OPERATION
OVEN ADJUSTMENTS FOR COOKING
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MT3255 and MT3270
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CHAPTER 4
CALIBRATION AND
ADJUSTMENT
MT3255 and MT3270
CONVECTION BLOWER MOTORS
TO CHECK MOTOR ROTATION TO CHECK LOWĆLIMIT
1. Remove the back of the oven body and verify 1. Turn the oven on and let it heat up to approxiĆ
proper motor rotation. (See FIGURE 1) mately 200F (93C).
For motor placement, the direction of rotation is 2. Shut the oven off. The blowers should come
viewed left to right from the oven's rear. Typically back on in several seconds.
the motor direction is referenced to the end of the
3. When the blowers shut off, turn the oven on.
shaft (EOS). However due to the vertical positionĆ
ing of the motors in Mastertherm ovens, it is more If computer controlled press the ACT TEMP"
instructive to reference the end of the motor (EOM) key to verify that the blowers shut off between
as looking from the rear of the oven. In FIGURE 1 135F (57C) and 170F (77C). If the blowers
all directions are taken from EOM. The correct rotaĆ do not shut off refer to the Troubleshooting
tion amperage draw is approximately 1 amp. If the section page 5-3.
measured amperage is less than .5, check for
For standard controls, turn the blower switch
proper motor rotation direction.
to on to record the temperature. Adjust the hi/
lo board if necessary. See page 4-6 for temĆ
perature calibration procedure.
Slinger
Blower Cooling Blade
Motor
Control Control
Box Box
Control Control
Box Box
FIGURE 1
4-1
CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT
REGULATED GAS PRESSURE
1. Let the oven run up to 510F (266C). You may If pressure adjustments are needed, turn the adĆ
now verify the operational and regulated gas justing screw located under a screw cap of the dual
pressures. regulated valve. Adjust the gas pressure by turning
the screw clockwise to raise the gas pressure and
Incoming static gas pressure to the unit, with all the
counterĆclockwise to lower the gas pressure. Be
gas appliances drawing from the supply, should be
sure to reinstall the screw cap; should the diaĆ
a minimum of 5.5" W.C. (13.7 mbar) for natural gas
phragm rupture this cap acts as a flow limiter
and 11" W.C. (28 mbar) for propane gas. The manĆ
ifold pressure, if measured after the regulator loĆ The air shutter disc on the burner blower motor, loĆ
cated inside the control box, must be 3.5" W.C. (9 cated inside the control box at the top of the asĆ
mbar) for natural gas and 10" W.C. (25 mbar) for sembly, is factory adjusted to provide the most effiĆ
propane gas. For CE pressures reference TABLE 2 cient blue flame possible at sea level. Visually
on page 1-3 of the Introduction. examine the flame to verify it's quality. Should it
need adjustment, increase or decrease the air mixĆ
The pressure can be checked at the tap on the dual
ture to attain the best flame quality.
regulated gas valve or at the tap on the tee valve.
Inlet
Pressure Tap
Regulator
Cap
Pressure Outlet
Tap Pressure
Tap
Regulator
Regulator Cap Adjustment
Regulator
Adjustment
FIGURE 2
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MT3255 and MT3270
STANDARD CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION
BELT SPEED CALIBRATION - CLOSED LOOP
DART MICRODRIVE MDP
Cover Slides
Out
FIGURE 4
TABLE 1
4-3
CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT
FIELD PROGRAMMING MDP CONTROLS Program Minimum Setting
While in Programming Modes, set decimal place/ 1. Flip DIP switch 2 (Program Minimum Setting)
mode variable to the proper position (0 thru 4 = ON.
Rate 5 = Time). This allows settings to be made in 2. Present value for Lower Limit will appear in the
the proper units. Only set the variables that you display.
wish to change. You can change any variable
WITHOUT having to reset the others. 3. Use Up and Down buttons to change.
4. When finished flip DIP switch 2 OFF.
SETTING UP CUSTOM VALUES
5. The display reads PROG.
To Enter Programming Mode (Motor Will Stop)
Program Maximum Setting
1. Make sure DIP switches 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8
are OFF. Flip DIP switch 7 ON. 1. Flip DIP switch 3 (Program Maximum Setting)
ON.
2. Display reads PROG (in rate mode the current
decimal point is also displayed. 2. Present value for Upper Limit will appear in the
display.
3. Use the following instructions to view and/or
edit any variable. 3. Use Up and Down buttons to change.
Displayed Decimal Place, Rate or Time Mode 4. When finished flip DIP switch 3 OFF.
Select 5. The display reads PROG.
1. Flip DIP switch 4 (Rate-Time Mode/Program To Exit Programming Mode
Decimal Place) to ON.
1. Make sure DIP switch 5 (Master/Follower
2. Present decimal point (if any) will be lit, as well Mode select) is in the desired position (ON =
as the current value of the decimal place variĆ Follower; OFF= Master).
able.
NOTE: In most cases DIP switch 5 should be
3. Use Up and Down buttons to change. Use a set to the master position (OFF).
value of 5 for Time Mode.
2. Make sure DIP switches 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 and 8 are
4. When finished, flip DIP switch 4 to OFF. OFF.
5. The display reads PROG. 3. If satisfied with programming values, set DIP
The Constant switch 7 to OFF.
1. Calculate the constant for your application. For 4. The control begins to operate, using the values
ovens with a 70 inch tunnel, 130 Volt DC or 90 and modes you have programmed.
VDC motor and #2 pickĆup, the constant is Check the Belt Speed Calibration
5:20. For ovens with a 55 inch tunnel, 130 Volt
DC or 90 VDC motor and #2 pickĆup, the conĆ To check the belt speed calibration place a pan on
stant is 4:08. the belt and start the conveyor.
2. Flip DIP switch 1 (Program Constant) ON. 1. Begin timing the belt's speed when the trailing
edge of the pan enters the oven.
3. Present value for constant will appear in the
display. 2. End the timing cycle when the trailing edge of
the pan exits the oven.
4. Use Up and Down buttons to change.
3. If the displayed time differs from the actual
5. When finished, flip DIP switch 1 OFF. more than 5 seconds, reprogram the K"
6. The display reads PROG. constant. If the measured time is lower than 5
seconds, raise the K" constant in increments
NOTE: If you change the constant, the display setĆ of 05. If the measured time is higher than 5 secĆ
ting will be set to the slowest speed when onds, lower the K" constant in increments of
you exit the Programming Mode. 05.
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MT3255 and MT3270
BELT SPEED CALIBRATION - OPEN LOOP
NOTE: The following procedures must be perĆ Set The Belt Speed DIP Switches.
formed after dc voltage levels have been
Set the DIP switches using the data from the table
set and are known to be accurate.
below.
The cooking time digital display should be adĆ
justed when changing any of the system compoĆ Pickup DIP Switch Setting
nents. Prior to adjusting the display, determine the
following two specifications: MT3255 - 60 Hz Motors
FIGURE 6
INCREASE DECREASE
FIGURE 5
4-5
CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT
TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION - UNITED ELECTRIC CONTROLLER
NOTE: Th U.E. and Zytron boards get input from eiĆ lowers the display reading and raises the temĆ
ther single or dual lead thermocouples. perature. A counterĆclockwise rotation raises
the reading and decreases the temperature.
LOW LIMIT ADJUSTMENT Check the oven set point. Adjustment of the
potentiometer may affect this reading. Bring
1. Bring the oven to 200F (93C). the oven up to 525F (274C). Verify the caliĆ
2. Turn both the blower and the heat switches to bration.
OFF. The blower should continue to run. 4. Set Point Adjustment Ć Adjust the Coarse ManĆ
3. Monitor the digital temperature control display. ual so the controller calls for heat at 522F
The blower motors should shut off within the (272C) and shutĆoffs at 525F (274C). A
range of 170Ć135Fāā(77Ć57C). clockwise rotation raises the temperature,
counterĆclockwise lowers it.
4. To adjust the temperature, turn the lowĆlimit
potentiometer. A clockwise rotation increases HIGH LIMIT ADJUSTMENT
the setting, counterĆclockwise decreases it.
See FIGURE 7. 1. Turn both the blower and the heat switches to
ON.
TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION
2. Set the temperature to 620F (327C). When
1. With the conveyor turned off, place a pyromeĆ the display reads 600F (316C), the burner
ter in the center of the oven cavity. blower motor should shut off. If the temperaĆ
ture rises above 600F (316C), adjust the hiĆ
2. Adjust the set point for 500F (260C). Monitor limit pot (See FIGURE 7) so the burner shuts
the Indicator Lamp. See FIGURE 7. When the off at 600F (316C). A clockwise rotation of
lamp goes out, compare the pyrometer with the highĆlimit pot increases the temperature,
the temperature of the display. If the display difĆ counterĆclockwise decreases it.
fers by +/Ć5F (3C), open the access panel
on the temperature controller and continue NOTE: Repeat Low Limit Adjustment STEPS 1Ć3 to
with STEPS 3 and 4. verify new settings.
3. Adjust the Meter High Set so the display
matches the pyrometer. A clockwise rotation
Lamp
P2 P1 P3
INCREASE INCREASE
9 T/C 10
RED +
Panel
DECREASE DECREASE Set Point
DECREASE INCREASE
LOW LIMIT HI LIMIT Flips Down
T1
INCREASE DECREASE
HI LIMIT LOW LIMIT
FIGURE 7
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MT3255 and MT3270
TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION - ATHENA CONTROLLER
THE CONFIGURATION MENUS Setting the Deviation Band Alarm
1. Press and hold the actual temperature key for The deviation band alarm causes the display to
approximately 10 seconds. When the menu flash when the actual temperature varies (in either
system has been accessed, the display direction) from the setpoint. The deviation band
toggles between and either or . alarm is adjustable to off or values from 1F to
252F (1C to 740C).
Setting the Default Display
1. Use the arrow keys to select the desired deviĆ
The default display determines whether the conĆ ation band alarm.
troller displays the actual or the setpoint temperaĆ
ture. 2. Press the actual temperature key to enter the
selected alarm value.
1. Use the arrow keys to select the desired disĆ
play default. To exit the Configuration Menus
NOTE: We recommend using the setpoint disĆ 1. Push and hold the actual temperature key for
play default. approximately 3 seconds.
2. Press the actual temperature key to enter the NOTE: The unit exits the configuration menus if the
selected display default. The display will controller is not touched for 1 minute at any
toggle between and a numerical value. time during the programming process.
4-7
CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT
the setting, counterĆclockwise decreases it. the heat circuit. This enables the oven to heat
See FIGURE 8. above the highest temperature allowed by the
controller.
HIGH LIMIT ADJUSTMENT
2. When the display reads 600F (316C), the
NOTE: Refer to the wiring diagram located on the burner blower motor should shut off. If the temĆ
oven or on page 3-21 of the Operation perature rises above 600F (316C), adjust
section. For additional assistance call the the hiĆlimit pot (FIGURE 8) so the burner shuts
Blodgett Service department. off at 600F (316C). A clockwise rotation of
the highĆlimit pot increases the temperature,
1. Remove the wires from the common and N.O. counterĆclockwise decreases it.
terminals. Touch the wires together to energize
P2 P1 P3
INCREASE INCREASE
9 T/C 10
RED +
DECREASE DECREASE
DECREASE INCREASE
LOW LIMIT HI LIMIT
T1
ACTUAL SETPOINT HEAT
INCREASE DECREASE
HI LIMIT LOW LIMIT
ZYTRON
SERIES 300
Athena Temperature Controller
1 3 2 6 5 4 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 115 NO C NC NO C
230 115 NC C NO NO C 230 OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2
FIGURE 8
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COMPUTER CONTROLLER CONFIGURATION
COMPUTER CONTROLS
INITIATING ACCESS MODE CONFIGURATION
The Cooking Computer provides a special Access When the controller is in the ACCESS" mode,
Mode for setting and displaying certain computer press the following buttons: CLEAR 1 1 1 ENTER.
special functions. To initiate the Access Mode With the exception of the positive and negative offĆ
place the control in the OFF state, (OFF is shown sets, to be addressed later, all display data should
in the display when power is first applied to the correspond to the entries in the chart below. If the
control). Press the following sequence of keys to data does not match the chart, it should be
set the control to Access Mode: CLEAR 1 2 3 4 5 changed accordingly. When the correct data is disĆ
6 ENTER. The display reads ACCESS. played press the PROG/ENTER key, the display
will cycle on to the next screen. If a step is missed,
press the CLEAR button to backup.
F/CMODE? Press PROG T F(C) Press PROG again or hit any number and
ENTER ENTER
it will change.
TABLE 3
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CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT
Boost Option - (versions 2.00 or 3.00)
When the controller is in the ACCESS" mode,
press the following buttons: CLEAR 2 1 2 ENTER
to enter the boost option.
DISPLAY ACTION DISPLAY ACTION TAKEN
TAKEN
BOOST / MODEĆ? Press PROG OPTĆ1 or Press any numeric key to toggle between
ENTER
(Flash alternately) OPTĆ2 OPTĆ1 and OPTĆ2
Select OPTĆ1 to turn off boost mode.
TABLE 4
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TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION
TO ENTER THE CALIBRATION MODE 1. Press PROG/ENTER followed by ACT_TEMP.
The display flashes either POS * OFFSET or
1. Press the ON/OFF key until OFF is displayed. NEG * OFFSET
2. Press CLEAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 ENTER to enter the NOTE: POS OFFSET is displayed if a value has
access mode. The display reads ACCESS. been programmed in for a positive offĆ
3. Press CLEAR ACT_TEMP ACT_TEMP set. NEG OFFSET is displayed if a valĆ
ACT_TEMP ENTER to access the Temperature ue has been programmed for a negaĆ
Calibration mode. tive offset. The only time both will be
displayed is if a value of 0 has been enĆ
4. Disconnect the white wire from the D.C. motor. tered for both.
Secure so the wire will not ground against any
part of the oven. This will disable the conveyor. 2. Enter a value for the desired offset. The display
flashes DISPLAY * INTEG?.
NOTE: Disregard the controller display. The only
numbers of concern are the pyrometer 3. Press the PROG/ENTER key. The default value
reading and the temperature set point. of 30 will be displayed.
4. Press the PROG/ENTER key. The display will
TO CALIBRATE THE OVEN TEMPERATURE flash TĆCTRL * INTEG?.
During operation, the temperature control is based 5. Press the PROG/ENTER key. The default value
on the measured temperature and the temperaĆ of 10 will be displayed.
ture offset which is programmed into the control. If
the temperature measured in the center of the 6. Press the PROG/ENTER key.
oven is below the oven setpoint a positive offset is The control will now resume using the new paramĆ
needed. If the temperature measured in the center eters.
of the oven is above the oven setpoint a negative
offset is needed. Verify the temperature calibration once the unit has
cycled for 5 minutes with the new settings. Repeat
NOTE: In the calibration mode the display gives calibration using a new offset value if necessary.
the current measured temperature only.
TO EXIT THE CALIBRATION MODE
To view the current temperature setpoint:
1. Press the SET_TEMP, key. 1. Press the CLEAR key twice.
To change the temperature setpoint : 2. The display flashes REBOOT then displays the
set time and temperature. You must reĆenter a
1. Press PROG/ENTER SET_TEMP. temperature for the oven to start heating again.
2. Enter the desired setpoint. A.) Press PROG/ENTER SET_TEMP
3. Press the PROG/ENTER key. B.) Enter the desired temperature.
To program the temperature offset: C.) Press the PROG/ENTER key. The heat
To change the temperature calibration an offset, light turns on and the burner begins to
positive or negative, must be programmed. cycle at set point.
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CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT
BELT SPEED CALIBRATION
To enter the calibration mode: The belt will travel very slowly during this part
of the calibration procedure. To minimize the
1. Press the ON/OFF key until OFF is displayed.
time spent on STEP-2, measure off 10" on the
2. Press CLEAR FRONT BELT, FRONT BELT, conveyor support. Place an object on the belt
FRONT BELT, PROG/ENTER to enter the AcĆ and note the travel time for the 10" measured
cess mode. The display flashes ACCESS. distance.
3. The display reads ACTIVE BELT-?. Press front A.) The display reads STEP-2 TIME-?. Enter
belt for Front Belt Calibration the measured travel time for STEP-2. Min:
0 Max: 59:59 (min:sec). Press the PROG/
4. The display reads FRONT-INIT-F.
ENTER key.
Belt speed calibration:
B.) The display reads STEP-2 DIST-?. Enter
1. The display reads BELT SIZE-?. Enter the 10". Press the PROG/ENTER key.
length of the conveyor belt for your model. See
4. The display reads MIN-TM ENTRY? (the fastĆ
TABLE 5. Press the PROG/ENTER key.
est belt speed). Limits of this value are deterĆ
2. The display reads STEP-1. The controller is in mined by the Step-1 and Step-2 calibration
Step 1 of the calibration procedure: maximum values. See TABLE 5 for correct entry for this
belt speed. The motor control is automatically model. Press the PROG/ENTER key.
set to its maximum output. Place an object on
5. The display reads MAX-TM ENTRY? (slowest
the belt and note the time from entrance to exit.
belt speed). Limits of this value are determined
NOTE: Be certain to measure either the leadĆ by the Step 1 and Step 2 calibration values.
ing edge in and out or the trailing edge Use 1600 (16 min). Press the PROG/ENTER
in and out. Do not use the leading edge key.
in and the trailing edge out.
6. The display flashes DONE and SAVE.
A.) The display reads STEP-1TIME-?. Enter
Repeat the procedure for the rear belt by pressing,
the time measured in STEP-1. Min: 0
CLEAR, REAR BELT, REAR BELT, REAR BELT,
Max: 59:59 (min:sec). Press the PROG/
PROG/ENTER.
ENTER key.
NOTE: During these adjustments, pressing the
B.) The display reads STEP-1DIST-?. Enter
clear button will abort all entries and reĆ
the belt length for your model. See
quire reprogramming of belt time mode.
NO TAG. Press the PROG/ENTER key.
When exiting the Belt Speed Calibration
3. The display reads STEP-2. The controller is in Mode, enter a time. Otherwise the time deĆ
Step 2 of the calibration procedure: minimum faults to zero and the oven will not heat, and
belt speed. The motor control is automatically the belt will not move.
set to its minimum output.
TABLE 5
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MOTOR CONTROL BOARD ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: This procedure does not apply to Dart MiĆ
COMPUTERIZED OVENS
crodrive systems.
High/low speed motor control board adjustĆ 130 Volt System 180 Volt System
ment for 180 and 130 volt DC motors Model Low High Low High
NOTE: The motor control board is located on the MT1828 20 130 26 180
slide out control panel.
MT2136 20 130 26 180
High Speed Motor Adjustment:
Follow Belt Speed Calibration through STEP 2 (see MT3240 20 130 26 180
page 4-12).
MT3270 26 130 26 180
1. With the motor connected (make no open cirĆ
cuit voltage readings) measure the voltage at MT3855 26 130 26 180
the motor leads (A1 & A2 in FIGURE 9) on the
MT3870 26 130 26 130
DC control board. If the voltage is not within 3
VDC of the specified voltage continue with NONĆCOMPUTERIZED OVENS
step 3.
MT2136 20 130 26 180
2. Turn the MAX trim pot counterĆclockwise to
lower and clockwise to raise the voltage until MT3255 26 130 26 180
it is within 3VDC of the specified voltage.
MT3270 26 130 26 180
NOTE: For computerized closed loop sysĆ
tems this adjustment must be made MG3270 26 130
quickly.
24 VDC SYSTEM
Low Speed Motor Adjustment:
Continue Belt Speed Calibration through STEP 3 MT1820 3.0 21
(see page 4-12).
TABLE 6
1. With the motor connected (make no open cirĆ
cuit voltage readings) measure the voltage at
the motor leads on the DC control board (A1 &
A2 in FIGURE 9). If the voltage is not 26VDC
+/Ć 1 VDC, continue with step 3.
2. Turn the MIN SPEED pot clockwise to lower the
voltage and counterĆclockwise to raise the voltĆ
age.
NOTE: If any voltage adjustments were made hit
the CLEAR key to abort the calibration
mode. Reenter the calibration mode to
verify that voltage is locked in.
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CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT
Switches 2,4,5,6,7 ON
ACC MAX MIN TORQ
Yellow or Violet (pin 12)
Socket J1 REG
Violet
Regulation
Gray
Blue
Adjustment
FL Armature
Line Fuse Fuse
TB1
Speed Pot FA
L N A1 A2
PM Motor
Line Hot (VAC) Armature Barrier Terminal Block TB1
Warning: Circuit components are not at ground potential! Use only a nonĆmetallic or
insulated adjustment tool. Shock hazards may occur with conducting tools!
FIGURE 9
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RERATING THE APPLIANCE
Due to the lack of oxygen at higher elevations, the Use the following formulas to calculate the correct
unit may need to be rerated. (The orifice size may orifice:
need to be adjusted to accommodate different air
Firing rate
pressures at higher elevations.) If not rerated, inĆ 1. =ąBTU per burner
complete combustion may occur releasing AldeĆ # of burners
hydes and CO or Carbon Monoxide. Any of these
BTU per burner
are unacceptable and may be hazardous to the 2. =ąCuFt/hr
health of the operator. Heating value of Gas
To choose the correct orifice for different altitudes CuFt/Hr
several factors must be known: 3. =ąEquiv. CuFt/hr
Specific Gravity Multiplier
1. Altitude
4. Use TABLE FĆ1 from the National Fuel Gas
2. BTUs per burner Code Handbook to determine the proper oriĆ
3. Manifold pressure fice size at sea level.
4. Correct orifice size at sea level NOTE: The sea level orifice size is needed to
determine the proper orifice at any
5. BTU value of the gas elevation.
The following are generally accepted heating 5. Use TABLE FĆ4 from the National Fuel Gas
values: Code Handbook to determine the correct oriĆ
A.) Natural Gas - 1000 BTU/Cu Ft fice for the applicable elevation.
B.) Propane - 2550 BTU/Cu Ft 6. Use TABLE FĆ3 from the National Fuel Gas
Code Handbook to determine the specific
C.) Butane - 3000 BTU/Cu Ft gravity multiplier.
6. Specific gravity EXAMPLE
The following are generally accepted values Known factors:
(Air = 1.0):
1. Altitude = 5000 ft.
A.) Natural Gas - 0.63
2. BTUs per appliance = 55,000
B.) Propane - 1.50
3. Number of burners = 2
C.) Butane - 2.00
4. BTU value of the gas = 900
NOTE: For other gases contact your local gas supĆ
plier for values. 5. Specific gravity = .50
Calculations:
55,000
1. =ą27,500 BTU per burner
2
27,500
2. =ą30.55 CuFt/hr
900
30.55
3. =ą27.77 Equiv. CuFt/hr
1.10
Using the tables in the National Fuel Gas Code
Handbook we can determine that:
1. Correct orifice size at sea level = #40
2. Correct orifice size at 5000 ft = #42
4-15
CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT
CHECKING THE FIRING RATE
Method #1 Locate the time observed in STEP 2. Move
across the table to either the 1/2 cu. ft. or the
1. Turn off all other appliances on the line. Turn on
2 cu. ft. column to find the gas input to the
the appliance to be measured.
burner.
2. Using either the 1/2 cu. ft. or the 2 cu. ft. dials
located on the gas meter, note the time it takes
the indicator to complete one revolution. See
0 0 0 0
FIGURE 10. 1 9 1 9 1 9 1 9
2 8 2 8 2 8 2 8
3 7 3 7 3 7 3 7
3. Use the following formula to determine the firĆ 4 6 4 6 4 6 4 6
ing rate of the meter. 5 5 5 5
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CHAPTER 5
TROUBLESHOOTING
MT3255 and MT3270
DC DRIVE SYSTEM
5-1
TROUBLESHOOTING
Belt speed needs calibration. See Calibration and Adjustments (page 4-12).
Voltage from Bodine controller to DAC not presĆ Replace the drive motor controller.
ent. The DAC (Digital Analog Control) is a nonĆreĆ
pairable component of the computer. There
should be approximately 20 VDC between the
red and green wires on the 3 pin connection of
the DC drive board.
DAC voltage is present but not regulated beĆ Replace the computer.
tween 4.7 and .47 VDC when different times are
programmed into the cooking computer. MeaĆ
sure the voltage between the green and blue
wires of the 3 pin connection.
5-2
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CONVECTION SYSTEM
Motor off by thermal overload (other fans forcing Determine if the cooling blower (or fans) are operĆ
blower to spin). ating. If not, verify voltage to the cooling blower.
If voltage is present, replace the cooling blower
motor. If voltage is not present, verify voltage
through the thermal switch. If no voltage is presĆ
ent, replace the thermal switch.
Faulty capacitor. Replace capacitor.
5-3
TROUBLESHOOTING
HEATING SYSTEM
5-4
MT3255 and MT3270
5-5
TROUBLESHOOTING
COMPUTER CONTROL SYSTEM
Internal problem with computer controller. Verify display integ. in the 2nd level programĆ
ming. If the controller has been programmed the
computer may need to be replaced.
Loose connections at computer controller. Tighten connections.
Shorted or open RTD probe. Use the chart in the Technical Appendix (page
6-4) to determine if probe is bad. Replace if necĆ
essary.
Actual temperature exceeds programmed limit Faulty burner valve relay. Replace relay.
value. Default 605F (319C).
Internal problem with computer controller. Verify display integ. in the 2nd level programĆ
ming. If the controller has been programmed the
computer may need to be replaced.
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Air pressure switch may be open. Check convection blower (or 4 convection fans)
for proper operation.
Thermal switch tripped. Determine the ambient temperature in the conĆ
trol compartment. If above 140F (60C) check
the cooling fan operation.
Faulty RTD probe. Use the chart in the Technical Appendix (page
6-4) to determine if probe is bad. Replace if necĆ
essary.
Excessive food/debris accumulation blocking The inside of the oven should be cleaned to reĆ
the airflow. move any materials that could have dropped off
the conveyor belt and possibly blocked some of
the air flow holes. This would include the removal
of the conveyor belt, conveyor belt supports, and
the nozzles. The oven interior and all parts reĆ
moved should then be cleaned with an appropriĆ
ate oven cleaner safe for aluminum.
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CHAPTER 6
TECHNICAL APPENDIX
MT3255 and MT3270
INTERMITTENT IGNITION SYSTEM
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION In the IID system the probes exposed to the pilot
flame are the Flame Sensor and the Pilot Burner
Pilot flame sensing is a very important aspect of the Hood. Since the surface area of the pilot hood is
ignition controls operation. Three zones are needĆ larger than the flame sensor, the current rectificaĆ
ed to give the proper airĆgas ratio to produce a blue tion process takes place. Current is conducted
pilot flame. from terminal 4 at the control through the flame
sensor cable to the flame sensor. As the current is
Zone 1 - an inner cone that will not burn because
conducted through the flame to the pilot hood, it is
excess fuel is present.
rectified from AC to DC because of the difference
Zone 2 - around the inner, fuel rich cone is a blue in surface area. The pilot hood is grounded back
envelope. This zone contains a mixture of vapor to the control, thereby completing the circuit.
from the fuel rich inner cone and the secondary or
Flame Sensing Circuit Current
surrounding air. This is where combustion occurs,
and is the area of highest importance for proper For the ignition control to function properly, a miniĆ
flame sensor location. mum amount of current must flow through the
flame sensing circuit.
Zone 3 - Outside the blue envelope is third zone
that contains an excessive quantity of air. As the pilot flame is established and current begins
to flow in the flame sensing circuit, the current enĆ
FLAME RECTIFICATION ergizes a relay. A minimum amount of current is reĆ
quired to pullĆin the relay. When the relay pulls in,
To identify a current conducted by the flame, we
one set of contacts opens which shuts off the high
use flame rectification. Place two probes in Zone 2
energy spark. Another set of contacts closes, puttĆ
of the pilot flame. When the surface area of one
ing 24 volts on terminal 3 which opens the main
probe is larger than the other, current tends to flow
gas valve.
more in one direction. DC current flows in only one
direction, as opposed to AC current, which alterĆ Current vs. Voltage
nates its direction. The current is rectified from AC
In normal operation an AC voltage will be present
to DC by increasing the surface area of one probe
from terminal 4 to ground and a current will be
and decreasing the surface area of the other. present in the flame sensing circuit.
Even though an AC voltage is present, flame rectifiĆ
cation occurs and a DC current flows in the sensing
Flame
Positive circuit.
Probe Negative
Probe For service checkout purposes, measuring these
voltages and currents can provide useful informaĆ
DC + - tion regarding the integrity of the ignition control.
+ Current Ground
DC Measuring the current flow rather than voltage is
Current
the preferred procedure. Due to the internal circuitĆ
AC DC
+ Voltage Current ry of the ignition control and varying input impedĆ
- ance of voltmeters, the measured voltage will vary
AC Voltage depending on type and model of voltmeter being
used. However, measuring the current provides a
Transformer
more precise evaluation of the ignition control and
flame sensing circuit.
A proper reading not only indicates a functional
FIGURE 1 control, but also verifies all components of the cirĆ
cuit such as flame sensor, cable and ground.
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TECHNICAL APPENDIX
SERVICE PROCEDURES To Measure DC Flame Sensing Current:
1. Turn off the power supply to the ignition conĆ
Service the IID system as follows:
trol.
1. Make certain the thermostat contacts are
2. Disconnect the flame sensor cable from termiĆ
open.
nal #4 on Johnson units or terminal #15 on
2. Check for proper supply voltage at primary Landis & Gyr units.
and secondary of system transformer.
3. Set the selector switch on the meter to microĆ
3. Close thermostat contacts and observe sysĆ amp scale. Connect the positive (red) lead to
tem. terminal #4 and the negative (black) lead to
the sensor cable.
4. Determine which system condition exists:
4. Disconnect the main valve lead from terminal
A.) No spark, system does not function
#3. This will prevent the main burner from ignitĆ
B.) Spark present but pilot will not light ing. A proper measurement of flame sensing
current is taken with the pilot light only.
C.) Pilot lights but main valve will not open
5. Turn the power back on and close the thermoĆ
5. Follow the appropriate service checkout proĆ
stat contacts. Read the current at the meter.
cedure to troubleshoot and repair the system.
NOTE: The minimum current required for the
6. Observe the system through several complete
Johnson G770 is 0.15DCmA. The miniĆ
operating cycles.
mum current required for the Landis &
VOLTAGE AND CURRENT MEASUREMENTS Gyr is 2.0DCmA. (This unit is polarity
specific.)
When servicing the electronic ignition control there
6. Turn the power off to disconnect the meter and
are several times when voltages and currents must
reconnect terminal #3 and #4.
be measured or observed.
To Measure DC Flame Sensing Current Using
NOTE: All voltages measured will be AC voltage
the Johnson Y99AUĆ3 Signal Transducer:
and all current measured will be DC curĆ
rent. 1. Set the function selector switch to the DC voltĆ
age position.
Terminal Terminal Use 2. Turn off the supply voltage to the control.
1 Pilot valve connection between terĆ 3. Disconnect the flame sensor cable from termiĆ
minal #1 and ground nal #4 on the ignition control.
2 Wire from thermostat 4. Connect the male 1/4" spade connector (-) to
3 Main valve connection between terĆ the flame sensor cable. Connect the female
minal #3 and ground 1/4" spade connector (+) to terminal #4.
4 Flame sensor 5. Disconnect the main valve lead from terminal
#3 on the ignition control.
TABLE 1
6. Turn the supply voltage on and close the therĆ
mostat contacts to cycle the system.
To Measure AC Voltages:
7. When the pilot lights, read the current on the
1. Set the selector switch on the voltmeter to the meter display.
AC voltage position.
NOTE: The conversion factor is 1DC volt - 1
2. Connect the meter leads in parallel with the DC microamp.
voltage to be measured.
3. Read the voltage at the meter.
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REPAIRING THE ELECTRONIC IGNITION 5. Install the Y75 sensing probe into the pilot
SYSTEM burner. Reconnect the sensing probe cable.
The connections to the sensing probe and
Flame Sensing Current Maintenance: control terminal must be secure.
The flame sensor is made of carbon steel and subĆ 6. Restore the power and the gas supply to the
ject to contamination and oxidation buildup. Any appliance.
buildup on the sensor can add enough resistance
to drop the signal below the required minimum. 7. IMPORTANT: Using a microammeter, check
Carbon and oxidation can also build up on the pilot the signal passing through the sensing probe.
hood. The pilot hood is part of the circuit and must 8. If the microamp signal is marginal, trim the
be kept as clean as the flame sensor. flame sensing probe in increments of 1/8". Be
1. Clean the flame sensor with steel wool or an sure that there is still proper flame impingeĆ
emery cloth. ment on the flame sensing probe.
2. Clean the pilot hood with a small wire brush to Flame must surround sensing probe tip for
remove any carbon or oxidation buildup. approximately 1/2".
FIGURE 2
6-3
TECHNICAL APPENDIX
COOKING COMPUTER - TEMPERATURE VS RESISTANCE
TABLE 2
6-4
MT3255 and MT3270
THERMOELECTRIC VOLTAGE IN ABSOLUTER MILLIVOLTS -
TYPE J THERMOCOUPLE
6-5
TECHNICAL APPENDIX
CONVERSION FACTORS
10 mbar TABLE 5
6-6
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PRESSURE CONVERSION
6-7
TECHNICAL APPENDIX
TABLE 7
6-8