GILES GHM-4, Operation & Service Manual

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Safety Model: GHM Warmer Series
• Prepared food products, held for sale, must be maintained at a minimum temperature of 150°F (65.5°C) or in
accordance with state and local health regulations.
• The unit must remain in a horizontal position during operations.
• Exercise care when removing wooden crate framework and when lifting and moving the unit from shipping pallet.
•
DO NOT operate the appliance, unless its components and their intended functions are fully understood (see
Section 3 ). Once you have read and fully understand Section 3 , closely follow the instructions presented in this
Manual in order to prevent equipment damage, or malfunction.
• Certain p
arts of the unit, including food pans and food products, will become very HOT!
Temperatures inside the unit can exceed 150°F (65.5°C) . Surface temperature of the upper ceramic Infrared Heaters can be
in excess of 400
°
F (204.5
°
C) . Exercise caution when handling food pans, cleaning, or servicing the unit.
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), such as thermal oven mitts or gloves, while attending the unit.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given adequate instruction and/or
supervision concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety. Children should not be allowed to play
with, or in the area around, the appliance.
• Any required troubleshooting and repair of this equipment is to be performed by a qualified and factory-
authorized service company.
• Allow the unit to cool for a minimum of 15 minutes before cleaning or servicing.
• Failure to comply with
CAUTION notices may result in minor to moderate personal injury, damage to equipment
or property, and potentially void the warranty.
Specific Safety Precautions:
• Components exposed along the Control Panel are somewhat impact-sensitive. Exercise due care when using carts
or rolling tables near the unit to avoid damage and maintain proper operation, .
• Alway maintain safe clearances between the unit and combustible walls or materials.
• When cleaning the appliance:
- DO NOT steam clean.
- DO NO T use products containing chlorine, or other corrosive chemicals.
- DO NOT use abrasive products, steel wool or scouring pads.
- DO NOT use oven cleaners.
- DO NOT pour water into the main pan well.
• DO NOT alter, add attachments, or otherwise modify this equipment!
• Failure to comply with CAUTION notices may result in damage to equipment or property, and void the factory
warranty.