Vollrath Retro Stock Pot Kettle Rethermalizers 11 Qt - Manual (Page 3)

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Rethermalizing refrigerated food that has been previously
cooked:
1. Preheat the water in the well by covering well with empty food container,
and then turn the heat control (A) to the maximum heat setting. Preheat
for 15 minutes.
2. Place apprioate container of chilled food product to be rethermalized into
equipment. See food safety precautionary note.
3. During the rethermalization process, monitor food temperatures closely
for food safety.
NOTE:
To reach the required safe food temperature as quickly as possible, do
not add water or remove food pan during the rethermalization process.
4. Reduce heat setting to a level that will maintain a safe holding
temperature and maintain food quality. See food safety precautionary
note.
Food Safety Precautionary Note:
Monitor food temperature closely for food safety. The United States
Public Health Service recommends that hot food be held at a minimum
of 140 ºF (60 ºC) to help prevent bacteria growth. Maintain correct water
level and temperature setting. Periodically remove food container and
check the water level. Add water if needed.
5. After the rethermalization process any food product added must be
above 140 °F (60 °C). Cold food must not be added to rethermalized
food.
Hot Food Holding:
1. Preheat the water in the well by covering well with empty food container,
and then turn the heat control (A) to the maximum heat setting. Preheat
for 15 minutes.
2. Place container of hot food product, above 140 °F (60 °C), into
preheated equipment.
3. Reduce heat setting to a level that will maintain a safe holding
temperature and maintain food quality. See food safety precautionary
note.
During operation:
4. Maintain water level at or near water level mark. Periodically
(approximately 2 hours) remove the container of food and check the
water level. Add hot water if needed.
When finished using the equipment:
1. Turn the heat control (A) to the “OFF” position and unplug unit. When
removing hot food container from unit use gloves, mitts or pot holders to
protect hands.
2. Allow the unit and water to cool completely.
3. Lift or carry warmer to a location to dispose of the water using the
handles (D). Carefully empty water into a suitable container or drain for
disposal.
4. Follow the CLEANING section of this manual.
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leaning
To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your
equipment daily.
NOTE:
Do not use caustic cleaning chemicals, steel wool or
commercial lime removal products to clean the equipment.
Thoroughly rinse equipment with water after cleaning.
1. Unplug the equipment.
2. Allow the equipment to cool completely before cleaning.
NOTE:
Do not immerse the cord, plug or equipment in water or
any other liquid.
1. Turn the heat control (A) to the “OFF” position and unplug unit. When
removing hot food container from unit use gloves, mitts or pot holders to
protect hands.
2. Allow the unit and water to cool completely.
3. Lift or carry warmer to a location to dispose of the water using the
handles (D). Carefully empty water into a suitable container or drain for
disposal.
4. Dispose of the water.
5. Using a damp cloth, sponge dipped in soapy water to clean the inside of
the well and the outside of the equipment.