Viking F20021C - Manual (Page 4)

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Moisture Selector Control (DEWD Models only)
The moisture selector control is located at the top of the warming
drawer. To keep foods moist, move the knob to the right. This closes
the vents and seals the moisture inside the drawer. For crisp foods,
move the knob to the left. This opens the vents and allows the
moisture to escape. The moisture selector can be placed in any
position between “-” (open for less moisture) and “+” (closed to
retain moisture) to maintain any degree of moisture.
In the closed position, the drawer is completely sealed which keeps
the hot foods moist and soft. In this setting, condensation may be
noticed around the inside edge of the drawer. If the drawer is not
full, there may be some drying on the surface of the food. If this
happens, simply cover the food with a lid or aluminum foil.
When in the open position, the drawer is vented, which lets
moisture escape. This dry heat keeps the foods exterior dry and
crisp. With the vents open, it is normal for moisture to collect on
surfaces above the warming drawer. Simply wipe up the moisture
with a dry cloth.
CAUTION
Do not use plastic wrap to cover foods placed in the drawer, nor to
keep foods warm that are wrapped or placed in plastic containers
for heating. Plastics can melt onto the drawer if they are in direct
contact. If melted onto the drawer, they can be very difficult to
remove.
Power “ON” Lights
The power “on” indicator lights on the DEWD models are located
on the outer door panel and above the temperature control knob.
It turns on when the control knob is set and cycles on and off with
the heating element as temperature is maintained. On the DFWD
models, there is only one power “ON” indicator light located
above the temperature control knob.
Temperature Control
The temperature control knob is used to select the temperature of
the drawer and is located on the right side of the control panel. The
1 setting located on the control panel represents low, 2 represents
medium and 3 represents high. The majority of foods are held at a
medium setting to maintain a serving temperature. However, your
own preference may be for hotter foods.
To keep several types of food hot for serving, use the temperature
setting for the meat. For example, to hold rare roast beef, select a
lower setting, cover the other foods that otherwise would be kept
at a higher setting.
Repeated opening of the drawer allows the hot air to escape and
the food to cool. The drawer should not be opened unless adding
or removing food.
Temperature Setting Ranges
Low
100°F (37.7°C) - 125°F (51.7°C)
Medium 175°F (79.4°C) - 200°F (93.3°C)
High 225°F (107.2°C) - 250°F (121.1°C)
Proofing
Yeast dough can be proofed in the warming drawer. Place the
dough in a bowl. Place the bowl on the low rack in the drawer. Fill
the moisture cup half full with water and place in the opening in the
rear center of the low rack. Turn the temperature control to the
lowest setting to facilitate the fermentation time. On the DEWD
models, place the moisture control setting to the closed “+”
position. A towel should be placed over the dough to minimize
surface drying. The dough should remain in the warming drawer
until it has doubled in size and a slight depression remains when the
surface is touched gently with a finger.
Warming Plates
To warm serving bowls and plates, place temperature control on a
low setting. Place the empty dishes on the low rack to raise them off
the bottom of the drawer. If you want hotter dishes or want to heat
fine china, please check with the manufacturer of the dishes for their
maximum heat tolerance.