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Ovens, probably the loneliest piece of equipment in your kitchen. Heat it
up, slide the product in, and "slam" the door. Ovens in general do not require a
whole lot of maintenance other than cleaning. Below is a list of things you can do to keep
your ovens in good working condition:
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Deck ovens require little or no maintenance outside of daily cleaning.
Check the manufacturers manual for cleaning and lubrication instructions. Most door hinges
require lubrication occasionally. |
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Convection ovens do require a little more effort than deck ovens as the
blower wheel in the side or rear of the oven cavity must be kept clean of
debris; i.e.... aluminum foil or oils if meats are being cooked. A clogged
blower wheel will greatly reduce the ovens efficiency as well as change the intended
baking characteristics. A clogged blower wheel will also cause the wheel to become
out-of-balance which will cause excessive noise and a deterioration of the blower motor
bearings. Also, blower motors, made to withstand the constant heat are very expensive to
replace. |
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Conveyor ovens are much more complicated with many moving parts that
require routine maintenance. Oven interiors must be kept clean. Conveyor belts, sprockets,
and chains must be kept clean and properly aligned and adjusted. Temperature and belt
speed calibrations must be checked and adjusted daily. |
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Combi Ovens..... See Combi's |
Last edited: 02/17/04
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