Automated Equipment LLC
RAM 200-Fxp Frozen FryDispenser
Automated Equipment LLC5140 Moundview DriveRed Wing, MN 55066 U.S.A.www.autoequipllc.comUS & Canada 1(800)248-2724International +1(651)385-2273
Introduction to the RAM 200-F
Designed to dispense frozen fries on demand to improve product quality, consistency and yield.
Single hopper design developed for:– Lower sales volume restaurants– Limited kitchen space sites (width, height)
19 kg hopper capacity Uses a cold wall refrigeration system
– Not self defrosting– Requires shut down/defrost once per day
Manufactured by Automated Equipment LLC
Assembly Instructions
Ensure all parts are clean, sanitized, and dry Install Fry Guide - secure with retaining pin Install flap door (green label side up) Install the accumulator housing Assemble the diverter and drum into the fry hopper Install hopper into the cabinet Install basket rack Install the drip tray
Opening procedure
Turn dispenser on 90 minutes before use Remove hash-brown rack if not needed Ensure flap door, fry guide & accumulator housing
are installed properly. Load fries into the hopper Select basket size Properly position basket for dispensing
Dispenser operation
Change basket load sizes to match sales rate
*** Step down software shifts to lower weight selections automatically:
– Large to medium after 7 minutes– Medium to small after 3 minutes– Resets when large is next selected
Cook fries from frozen - do not stage filled baskets Look out for empty hopper warnings Look out for door open notification
Dispenser controls
Power switch (integral 15 amp breaker)– Located on right side of dispenser cabinet
Operator panel - consists of 2 groups of controls– Hopper controls: basket load selections– System controls: access to available menus
Main screen displays instructions and information, not using numerical codes (as with the 280-F)
Used to make load size selections and to access menu functions.
Operator Panel Layout
Hopper controls
Selection of desired load size using size buttons– Indicator lights above indicate the selection made
Main screen displays “select size” if no load size has been selected
System Controls
OK: reset and function enter key Scroll: function scroll up and down keys
Main screen display
Current refrigeration status– Waiting: in short cycle delay– Cooling: in initial cool down stage– RAM 200-Fxp: in normal refrigeration cycle– Open: cabinet door is open
Current cabinet temperature– * symbol after temp. indicates compressor is in normal cycle
Current basket load size selection (select size if no selection made)
Main screen display (cont.)
Current weighing system status– Filling: drum is turning– Empty: Insufficient weight on accumulator doors;
hopper empty– Ready: fries are weighed, waiting for basket
Menu Structures
3 menu structures provided Menu button provides access to all 3 Menus provided
– User– Configuration– Service
Configuration and Service menus can be password protected if desired
– Uses up, down arrows and basket sizes for setting password
User Menu
Last Basket/Cancel Selections– Halts weighing in progress– Immediate return to main screen– Most common use – to empty hopper at end of day, or for
immediate calibration
Calibration – starts calibration procedure Display of Error history Display of software version Main screen – returns to main screen
Configuration Menu
Set target basket load amounts Set target temperatures Set language Set display units; metric or US (lbs, F°) Set/adjust step down of basket filling Set password Return to main screen
! Under normal operation these settings should not need to be adjusted
Service menu
This menu should only be accessed and used by a designated service technician
The functions provide for:– system diagnostics– error correction– adjustment of all operational system settings
Service Menu
Error counts – displays number of occurrences for each error
Clear functions:– Error log – errors that can be reset by crew– Held errors – these are refrigeration errors– Parameters – keeps or resets factory defaults
Adjust temperature (probe)
Service Menu
Scale Readout – live calibrated weight displayed
Refrigeration Monitor Weighing Monitor Accumulator Monitor Sensor Monitor Fry Monitor
Service Menu
Bypass Functions: shuts down some systems for error diagnosis or to continue operation of dispenser– Refrigeration– Weighing system– Basket sensor
Service menu
Test Outputs: turns selected outputs ON or OFF for testing (Refrig, Drum, Accumulator)
Set password Service Pin – only used on SMART board
Error Detection
When an error occurs - main display will read “Error” and state which error has occurred
List of 12 recordable errors are listed in the manual– Operator manual lists potential causes and corrective actions for
each Error can normally be cleared by pushing “OK” button Checking for proper assembly of components – resolves some
commonly occurring errors:– “Weighing Issue”– “Fry door failed
Calibration often clears up “weighing issue’
Error Detection (continued)
If errors occur repeatedly after resetting, service technician should be called in
Refrigeration errors can not be cleared by pushing “OK” button
– Service technician required to address this error– Error reset accessed through the Service Menu.
Scale Calibration
The RAM 200-F weighing scale may require calibration periodically.
Calibration of the scale is performed using the operator panel on the front of the dispenser.
The procedure was designed to be performed by the store staff as well as service technicians
Scale Calibration (continued)
Open the cabinet door and remove the hopper from the dispenser
Insure that accumulator housing remains on the doors Press menu button until “user menu” is displayed Use arrow buttons until “calibrate” is displayed, then press
“OK” Place an empty basket in the dispense position under the
accumulator doors Slide basket over the basket sensor – doors will open and
close to insure empty accumulator doors Display will read “Zeroing Scale” – scale now has set a zero
tare value
Scale Calibration continued.
When the display reads “1.0” or 450g, place a 1 lb (450 g) weight on the accumulator doors
– 4 x “quarter pounder” patties can be used for reference weights When the display reads “2.0” (900g), place an additional 1lb
(450 g) weight on the accumulator doors When scale stabilizes, the display reads “remove weights” –
remove as instructed
Reinstall the hopper and select a basket size button.
When to Calibrate
During semi-annual PM Check If basket weights appear inconsistent If values (temp, weight) accidentally are changed
from metric to US As part of some error code corrective action When major components are changed by
technicians
Basic troubleshooting
Display will indicate a system error (flashing) Basket size buttons will flash for affected side Most errors are reset by pushing the Enter button Many errors can be corrected by properly
assembling the dispenser and/or calibrating Refrigeration errors may require additional corrective
action
Required Maintenance
Daily– Turn OFF dispenser, defrost for 1 hr– Inspect cabinet and removable components
Monthly– Clean and inspect the condenser filter– Replace filter as necessary
Every 6 months or as needed– Clean the condenser coils– Inspect door gasket, door alignment
Closing procedure
Utilize U1-Last basket function Empty accumulator door and housing Empty hopper into approved storage container and
place in freezer Wash, rinse, sanitize & air dry removable
components Turn Dispenser OFF and Defrost Cabinet Wash, rinse, sanitize & air dry the cabinet Reassemble the dispenser – after parts are fully dry
Equipment Safety
Only trained and qualified personnel should perform service to this equipment.
Only personnel, licensed in refrigeration, should perform service to the refrigeration systems.
Equipment Safety
Turn the power off and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before any service work performed
Keep hands away from accumulator doors and dispenser drums while in operation.
Use only the power cord that came with the dispenser, do not use and extension cord, do not modify the power cord.
Equipment Safety
Do not spray the dispenser with liquid or solvents. Spraying the dispenser may void the warranty.
Do not drill or otherwise puncture the cabinet walls or top.
Never use a sharp object to remove frost. Keep the dispenser upright at all times.
Keys to Top Performance
Load fries directly from freezer Insure dispenser has been turned on 90 minutes
prior to loading fries Do not stage filled baskets on basket racks – fry
directly after filling Turn off dispenser – allow to defrost and clean/dry
once per day