Form No. HDWM-0214
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OPERATION
English
General
use the following procedure to operate a Hatco Drawer
Warmer. Each drawer can be controlled and monitored
individually using the adjustable drawer vents for humidity
control as well as the POWER ON/OFF (I/O) switch,
TEMPERaTuRE control knob, and temperature gauge.
Read all safety messages in the IMPORTANT SAFETy
INFORMATION section before operating this equipment.
Startup
1. For freestanding units, plug the unit into a properly grounded
electrical receptacle of the correct voltage, size, and plug
configuration. See the SPECIFICaTIONS section for details.
2. Move the POWER ON/OFF (I/O) switch(es) to the ON (I)
position.
3. Turn the TEMPERaTuRE control knob(s) to the desired
setting(s). See the RECOMMENDED SETTINGS chart on
the control panel or the Food Holding Guide in this section.
Standard and approved manufacturing oils may smoke up
to 30 minutes during initial startup. This is a temporary
condition. Operate unit without food product until smoke
dissipates.
BURN HAzARD:
• Some exterior surfaces on unit will get hot. Use caution
when touching these areas.
• Use caution when opening drawer. Hot air escapes
when drawer is open.
4. allow unit 15–20 minutes to reach operating temperature.
5. adjust the drawer vents for the desired humidity by sliding
the vent knob on the drawer front. Move vent knob to the right
to open the vents and to the left to close the vents. Opening
the vents all the way allows maximum moisture to escape.
Drawer Vents
NOTE: Proper vent adjustment depends on the type and
amount of food held, as well as the frequency of drawer
opening.
NOTE: For additional moisture, water can be added
(approximately 1/4" [6 mm] of water) to the optional
water/spillage pan before inserting the food pan into the
drawer. Check water level periodically. Add water as
necessary. Use of splash baffle is recommended to
prevent water from splashing into the cabinet interior
when opening and closing a drawer. If hard water is
used, the pan will require periodic cleaning and
deliming. See
MaINTENaNCE
section for deliming
instructions.
NOTE: Damage caused by water is not covered under warranty.
Drawer Vents
Vent Knob
CAUTION
WARNING
Shutdown
1. Move the POWER ON/OFF (I/O) switch(es) to the OFF (O)
position.
2. allow the unit to cool before performing any cleaning or
maintenance.
Drawer Warmer Control Panel
Food Holding Guide
Recommended
Type of
Vent
Product
Storage Temperature
Heat
Setting
Rolls, Hard
160°–185°F (71°–85°C)
Dry
Open
Rolls, Soft
150°–175°F (66°–79°C)
Moist Open-Half
Vegetables
175°–185°F (79°–85°C)
Moist Open-Half
Meat, Poultry
165°–185°F (74°–85°C)
Dry
Open
Fish
165°–185°F (74°–85°C)
Moist
Closed
Casseroles
150°–175°F (66°–79°C)
Dry
Open
Pies, Desserts 160°–185°F (71°–85°C)
Dry
Open
Tacos, Tortillas 150°–160°F (66°–71°C)
Moist Open-Half
Temperature
Monitor
RECOMMENDED
SETTINGS Chart
TEMPERATURE
Control Knob
POWER ON/OFF
(I/O) Switch
