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English, Warning – Vollrath Somerville Buffet Service User Manual

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This equipment is designed to heat with an electric chafer heater only.

WARNING

Burn Hazard.

Do not touch heating surfaces, liquid, or while unit

is heating or operating.

Hot food, surfaces, steam

and liquids can burn skin. Use gloves, mitts or

pot holders if it is necessary to handle hot pans,

plates and equipment.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard.

Keep water and other liquids from entering the

inside of the heater. Liquid inside the heater could

cause an electrical shock. Do not damaged power

cord.

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Figure 7. Drop-In Chafer Features and Controls.

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COVER HANDLE. Used to open and close the cover.

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COVER. Covers the food/beverage product.

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HINGE. Allows the cover to rotate.

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FOOD PAN. Holds the food product.

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WATER PAN. Holds the water.

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HEATER/FUEL TRAY. Holds the electric chafer heater.

1. Remove the food pan (D) from the water pan (E) ). See Figures 7.
2. Pour about 2 quarts (2 L) of clean fresh water into the water pan (E).
NOTE:

Follow the manufacture’s instructions for usage and safety for the

electric chafer heater.
3. Put the cover (B) in the closed position. Preheat the water by using a

universal electric chafer heater on “HI” for 30 minutes.

4. Open the cover (B).
5. Place the food pan (D) containing food product that is already at proper

serving temperatures into the water pan (E). Close the cover (B).

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.
6. Regularly check the food temperature.
7. If necessary adjust the electric chafer heater between “HI” and “LO” to

maintain correct food temperature.

8. When finished with the equipment turn the electric chafer heater to the

“OFF” position and unplug.

9. Open the cover (B). Remove the food pan (D). When removing hot food

containers from unit use gloves, mitts or pot holders to protect hands.

See Figures 6.

10. Allow ample time for the water to cool. Remove the water pan (E) and

dispose of water.

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To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your

equipment daily.
1. Unplug the electric chafer heater and let it completely cool.
2. Remove the heating source.
3. Wipe the unit exterior with a clean damp cloth.
4. Do not use abrasive materials, scratching cleansers or scouring pad to

clean the unit. These can damage the finish.

5. Thoroughly wipe off any mild soap or chemical cleaners. Residue could

corrode the surface of the unit.