Vollrath Hot Cold Drop-ins 4 WELL - Manual (Page 4)

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NOTE: Before using this equipment it must be cleaned and dried
thoroughly.
WARNING
Burn Hazard.
Do not touch heating surfaces, liquid, or food while
unit is heating or operating.
Hot food, steam and liquids can burn skin. Allow the hot liquid,
spillage pans and trays to cool before handling. Use gloves, mitts or
pot holders if it is necessary to handle hot pans.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Keep water and other liquids from entering the
inside of the unit. Liquid inside the unit could cause
an electrical shock. Do not damaged power cord.
Do not over fill wells, pans or trays. Liquid could contact the
electrical components and cause a short circuit or an electrical
shock. Unplug unit before performing service, draining or removing
spillage pans and trays. Do not spray water or cleaning products.
Do not use a power cord that has been modified or damaged.
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NOTE: When switching from hot mode to refrigerated mode, turn the
mode selecting switch to the neutral mode center position.
Remove the hot food pans. Remove the drain plug or switch to
cold mode and drain water from the system. Drain the hot water
before beginning refrigerated mode.
1. Plug the equipment into a properly grounded electrical supply matching
the nameplate rating. Damage to the equipment can occur if incorrect
power is supplied to equipment.
2. Turn the on/off switch (A) to the “ON” position.
3. Turn the mode selector switch (B) to the down position. This will open the
drain valve on models with auto-drains. On units with manual drain plugs,
remove the drain plug. Units do not have an adjustable temperature
setting.
4. Allow the unit to run for approximately 60 minutes.
NOTE: For the best performance when using ice with this unit, allow
unit to run for approximately 2 hours before adding ice. This
will help the ice remain solid.
5. Place containers of properly chilled food into the pre-chilled unit.
6. Regularly check the food temperature.
NOTE: Monitor food temperature closely for food safety. The United
States Public Health Service recommends that hot food be held
at a maximum of 41 ºF (5 ºC) to help prevent bacteria growth.
7. When finished using the unit, turn the mode selector switch (B) to the
middle position and turn the on/off (B) to the “OFF” position. Remove the
food containers.
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1. Plug the equipment into a properly grounded electrical supply
matching the nameplate rating. Damage to the equipment can occur
if incorrect power is supplied to equipment.
2. Turn the on/off switch (A) to the “ON” position. Turn the mode
selector switch (B) to the up position.
3. Fill the well to the correct level with clean fresh water. The correct
level is about 1” (2.5 cm) from the bottom. Always maintain water in
the well. Do not over fill. Allowing the well to run dry during operation
may reduce the service life of the equipment.
4. Preheat the water in the wells by covering wells with empty food
containers or covers. Turn the heat control (D) to the maximum heat
setting. Preheat for 60 minutes.
5. Place container of hot food product, above 140 °F (60 °C), into
preheated equipment.
6. 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.
During operation
1. Maintain water level. Periodically (approximately 2 hours) remove
container of food and check the water level. Add hot water if needed.
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1. Turn the mode selector switch (B) to the center position. Turn the on/
off switch (A) to the “OFF” position.
NOTE: When the selector switch (B) is in the center position or the
hot position the drain valve will be in the closed position.
2. When finished using the unit, remove the food containers.
3. When removing hot food containers from unit use gloves, mitts or
pot holders to protect hands.
4. Allow the unit and water to cool completely before cleaning.