What does Middleby High Temp Error mean?

On the PS740 Series gas conveyor oven, the message bar shows High Temp Error when the control reads an out-of-range temperature it attributes to a thermocouple or PLC malfunction.

What does Middleby Control Over Temp mean?

The PS740 Series shows Control Over Temp on the message bar when the oven's control compartment runs too hot. The manual attributes this Screen Alert to clogged front filters that restrict cooling airflow to the electronics.

What does Middleby High Control Compartment Temperature mean?

On the PS740 Series, the High Control Compartment Temperature alert warns that the compartment housing the oven's electronics is too hot. The manual ties this to the front fan filters and directs the operator to clean and replace them.

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What error codes does Middleby display?

High Temp Error

High-temperature shutdown alert caused by a thermocouple or PLC malfunction.

Control Over Temp

Control compartment over-temperature alert caused by clogged front filters.

High Control Compartment Temperature

Control compartment running hot; front fan filters need cleaning or replacement.

Main Blower problem

Control has detected a problem with the main or combustion (burner) blower.

Front belt jammed

Front conveyor belt has stopped; remove the obstruction and restart.

Rear Belt jammed

Rear conveyor belt has stopped; remove the obstruction and restart.

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