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2.3 USING THE APPLIANCE
2.3.1
USE AND BEST PERFORMANCE
The plate dispenser is thermostatically controlled by a pre-set thermostat,
Self adjusting springs bring the plates to the top.
To obtain the best performance, the following procedure is suggested::
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Turn the unit on, Press the green switch so the neon is illuminated.
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Turn the thermostat knob to achieve the desired temperature, clockwise to increase
the temperature or anti-clockwise to reduce the temperature.
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Pre-heat empty for 15 minutes.
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The heating element automatically switches off when the ‘set’ temperature of the
thermostat is reached and will switch on as the dispenser temperature drops.
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The thermostat adjustment, time, type of crockery and the use of a lid will influence
the temperature of the crockery.
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Experiment with thermostat position to determine the satisfactory level for the
application
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Load the plate Lowerator with the required amount of crockery. Place crockery in the
dispenser, small stacks at a time.
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Be careful not to overload the mechanism, approximately 60 plates is the maximum
capacity.
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Cover the plate stack using the lid provided.
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Stacked plates take a long time to heat through completely, please allow sufficient
time for them to heat. Start heating plates 2 to 3 hours before service. Use a lid at all
times to maximise heating efficiency and to keep plates and the dispenser clean.
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The dispenser will achieve an average plate temperature of 55 °C when used as
directed. The bottom 3 or 4 plates in the stack, those closest to the heating element,
will be hotter than the other plates in the stack, though it can be expected that these
will cool as they reach dispensing height.
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Minimise spillage into the dispenser by ensuring crockery is removed from the
dispenser before food is placed on the crockery.
