Form No. HDWM-0214
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MAINTENANCE
English
General
Hatco Drawer Warmers are designed for maximum durability
and performance with minimum maintenance.
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAzARD:
• Turn OFF power switch, unplug power cord/turn off
power at circuit breaker, and allow unit to cool before
performing any cleaning, adjustments, or maintenance.
• DO NOT submerge or saturate with water. Unit is not
waterproof. Do not operate if unit has been submerged
or saturated with water.
• Do not clean unit when it is energized or hot.
• Do not steam clean or use excessive water on unit.
• This unit is not “jet-proof” construction. Do not use jet-
clean spray to clean this unit.
This unit has no “user-serviceable” parts. If service is
required on this unit, contact an Authorized Hatco Service
Agent or contact the Hatco Service Department at 800-558-
0607 or 414-671-6350; fax 800-690-2966; or International fax
414-671-3976.
Cleaning
To preserve the finish of the unit as well as maintain
performance, it is recommended that the unit be cleaned daily.
1. Turn off the unit, unplug the power cord (freestanding
models), and allow the unit to cool.
2. Remove and wash all food pans and accessories.
Use non-abrasive cleaners only. Abrasive cleaners could
scratch the finish of the unit, marring its appearance and
making it susceptible to soil accumulation.
3. Wipe down surfaces using a damp cloth. a non-abrasive,
cream cleaner may be used for difficult stains.
• Make sure to check and clean the interior of the unit.
Food pieces may fall from the food pans into the drawer
cavity.
CAUTION! Burn Hazard—Do not clean drawer
cavity when unit is on!
4. Wipe the entire unit dry using a clean, dry cloth.
NOTICE
WARNING
Removing Lime and Mineral Deposits
(models with optional water pan)
use the following procedure for periodic cleaning and deliming
of the water pan.
NOTE: The lime and mineral content of the water used for daily
operation will determine how often the deliming
procedure must be performed.
NOTE: Perform this procedure when the unit will not be used
for a period of time, such as the end of the day.
1. Turn off the unit, unplug the power cord (freestanding
models), and allow the unit to cool.
2. after the unit has cooled, remove and empty the water pan.
3. Fill the water pan with a mixture of 75% water and 25%
white vinegar to a level where it covers the lime and
mineral deposits.
4. Install the water pan with deliming solution into the unit.
5. Plug in and turn on the unit. allow the unit to run for 30
minutes.
6. Turn off the unit and unplug the power cord (freestanding
models).
7. allow the water pan to stand with the deliming solution for
at least two hours (the time required will vary depending
on the amount of deposits in the water pan).
8. Remove the water pan and empty the deliming solution.
9. Continue to fill and rinse the water pan with clean water
until the pan is clean.
10. Install the clean water pan into the unit. Plug in the unit and
fill the water pan as usual for daily operation (1/4" [6 mm]
of water is recommended).
NOTE: If lime and mineral deposits are still present in the water
pan, repeat this procedure and increase the amount of
time the de-liming mixture stands in the water pan.
