Hot/Cold Well Modular Drop-ins Operator’s Manual
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OPERATION (CONTINUED)
Hot Mode
NOTICE: Do NOT operate in hot mode without water in the well.
Pre-heat the Wells
1. Pour clean, fresh water into the bottom of the well to a depth of
about 1” (2.5 cm).
NOTICE: Always maintain water in the well. Do not over fill.
2.
Flip the selector switch up.
3. Cover the well with empty food containers or covers. Turn the heat
control to the maximum heat setting. Preheat for 60 minutes.
Hold Hot Food
1. Place containers of hot food product, above 140 °F (60 °C), into the
preheated well.
2. Reduce the heat setting to a level that will maintain a safe holding
temperature and maintain food quality.
NOTICE: 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.
3. Maintain the water level. Approximately every 2 hours, remove the
containers of food and check the water level in the well. Add hot
water to the well if needed.
When Finished Using the Equipment
1.
Flip the selector switch to the center position to turn off the
well.
2. Remove the food containers. Use gloves, mitts or pot holders to
protect hands.
CLEANING
To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your
equipment daily.
NOTICE: Do not use caustic cleaning chemicals, steel wool,
scratching cleansers or commercial lime removal products
to clean the equipment.
CAUTION
Burn Hazard
Hot water and steam in the well can burn skin. Use protective
gloves, mitts or potholders when removing food containers or
covers. Hot food can also cause burns. Handle hot food
carefully.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not spray water or cleaning products. Liquid could contact
the electrical components and cause a short circuit or an
electrical shock.
CAUTION
Burn Hazard
Allow equipment to cool before moving or cleaning.
Well Was Operating In
Hot Mode
Cold Mode
1. Remove the food containers.
2.
Flip the selector switch to the center position to turn off
power to the well.
3. Allow the equipment and water
to cool.
3. Use a damp cloth or sponge
dipped in soapy water to
clean the inside of the well
and the outside of the
equipment.
4. Drain the well.
• Auto-drain drop-ins:
Flip selector switch
down to open the drain.
• Manual drain drop-ins:
remove the drain plug.
4. Thoroughly rinse the
equipment with clean water.
5.
After the water has
drained, flip the selector
switch to the middle position
to turn off the well.
6. Use a damp cloth or sponge
dipped in soapy water to clean
the inside of the well and the
outside of the equipment.
7. Thoroughly rinse equipment
with water after cleaning.
