Alto-Shaam HFM-30 - Manual (Page 7)

#809 Operation & Care Manual • 6.
This appliance is intended for use in commercial
establishments by qualified personnel who are
familiar with the purpose, limitations, and
associated hazards of this appliance. Operating
instructions and warnings must be read and
understood by all operators and users.
➤ Customer-supplied solid heated surface
material must be rated to withstand
temperatures at 200°F (93°C) or above.
Material must be 3/4" (19mm) thickness.
➤ DO NOT use knives or utensils
on the heated surface.
Use a cutting board.
➤ Use hand protection when handling
hot items.
BEFORE INITIAL USE:
Before operating, clean the exterior with a
clean, damp cloth and mild soap solution.
Rinse carefully.
1.
Turn power switch ON.
2.
The unit is equipped with a thermostat
indicating a range of 1 through 10. Set
the dial at 8 to preheat. When the indicator
light goes out, the unit is preheated.
3.
The product must be at the proper internal
temperature before transferring to the hot
food module. Use a meat thermometer to
check the internal temperature of the product
being held. Adjust the thermostat on the
shelf to give the best overall setting based
on the internal product temperature.
4.
The proper temperature range for the
products will depend on the type and
quantity of product. When holding food
for prolonged periods, it is advisable to
periodically check the internal temperature
of each item with a food thermometer to
assure maintenance of the proper
temperature range of 140° to 160°F
(60° to 71°C). Read this manual for
additional information on safe internal
product temperatures, general holding
guidelines, and sanitation procedures.
O P E R A T I O N
U S E R S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N S TA R T- U P
METAL PARTS OF THIS EQUIPMENT
BECOME EXTREMELY HOT WHEN IN
OPERATION. TO AVOID BURNS,
ALWAYS USE HAND PROTECTION
WHEN OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE.