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READ THIS FIRST
Before working on the TurboChef Technologies, Inc. C Series oven you must first read the safety
instructions on the following pages. The C3 series oven is a combination convection/microwave oven.
While servicing this oven, an RF meter must be used at all times to check for microwave leakage. This RF
reading must be recorded on your work invoice.
Very often poor cleaning will result in microwave leakage. Please refer to chapter 2, Cleaning & Operation,
for information on the proper cleaning procedures.
Before removing the metal skin to access the electrical components in this oven, the power must be shut
off and the oven unplugged. Wait at least one full minute before removing the oven skin so that the
magnetron circuit can self–discharge. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS
INJURY.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS MANUAL ONLY COVERS C3/AB OVENS PRODUCED BY THE BLODGETT
OVEN CORPORATION, C3MULTI OVENS PRODUCED TURBOCHEF, C3/C AND C3/CMULTI OVENS
PRODUCED BY TURBOCHEF TECHNOLOGIES IN CHINA.
This manual is divided into ten (10) chapters as follows:
1. INSTALLATION SPECS - This chapter includes oven specifications and the parameters for
proper installation.
2. CLEANING & OPERATION - Improper cleaning can and will affect the operation of this oven. This
chapter includes a brief description of the cleaning and operation
procedures of the oven and the procedures to edit or change a
cooking program.
3. THEORY OF OPERATION - This chapter provides a total oven overview of all major subsystems in
the oven. Additionally, it provides a list of major terms and
programming instructions.
4. FAULT CODES - This chapter includes information on all fault codes currently
programmed in the oven to display in the event of a major mulfucntion.
5. TEST - This chapter details the Test Mode, which allows the technician to
operate individual components or section of the C3 SERIES oven.
Using this feature will isolate most electrical troubleshooting
problems.
6. ELECTRICAL COMPARTMENT - This chapter identifies the electrical compartment components,
including the smt board (computer board) and a troubleshooting guide.
Use the key to help isolate electrical troubleshooting problems.
7. COOK DOOR - This chapter includes information on the Cook Door adjustment,
assembly and troubleshooting techniques.
8. CONVECTION CIRCUIT - This chapter provided information on the convection and blower motor
speed control. Removal and cleaning of the catalytic converter are
also provided.
9. MICROWAVE CIRCUIT - This chapter includes information on the microwave circuit and stirrer
motor.
10. I/O Board/Schematics - This chapter includes information on I/O board and schematics on
ovens currently in the field (latest production is only represented)
This Service and Repair manual is set up for use by qualified technicians only. If you are unfamiliar
with this oven, call TurboChef Technologies Inc.