Winco EPG-1 Use & Care Manual Download Page 3

WINCO / DWL Industries Co.

WINCO / DWL Industries Co.

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Troubleshooting Chart

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miGht be CAused bY

CouRse oF ACtion

Grill not working

Power supply

Check power source

Power switch has not been turned on

Check that the unit is correctly plugged in and 

turned on

Plug/cord, set or external wiring is damaged

Call for service

Internal wiring fault

Call for service

Indicator light is on, but unit is not 

heating up

Faulty elements

Call for service

Operation of thermostat
All thermostats are not turned on

Ensure thermostat is set correctly and that the 

temperature select knob is firmly secured to the 

thermostat shaft (not spinning independently)

Faulty thermostat

Call for service

Indicator light is not on, but the unit IS 

heating up

The indicator bulb has burned out

Call for service. Replace the indicator light

Cooking surface is heating up too slowly

Carbon build up

Ensure that the plates are kept clean and free from 

carbon build up / debris  

(see "Cleaning" section on page 9)

Thermostat setting

Ensure thermostat is set correctly and that the 

temperature select knob is firmly secured to the 

thermostat shaft (not spinning independently)

Faulty elements

Call for service

Food sticking

Carbon build up

Ensure that the plates are kept clean and free from 

carbon build up/debris 

(see "Cleaning" section on page 9)

Not seasoned

Season grill, see Operating Instructions

DO NOT send unit to WINCO without first contacting our customer 

service department.
See "Limited Equipment Warranty" section on page 12 for details.

Service and Repair

There are no user serviceable parts within this appliance. To avoid 

serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the unit or replace 

a damaged power cord yourself.

Safety Rules & Information for Panini or Sandwich Grill

To ensure safe installation and operation, please 

carefully read and understand the following 

statements. 
Unless the operator is adequately trained and 

supervised there is a possibility of  injury. Owners of 

this equipment are responsible to make certain that 

this equipment is used properly and safely, and that 

all of the instructions contained in this manual are 

followed. Adherence to the requirements of local, 

state or federal law is required.
Owners should not permit anyone to use this 

equipment unless they are over 18 years old, 

adequately trained, supervised, and have read and 

understood this manual.
Owners should also ensure that no customers, 

visitors or other unauthorized personnel come in 

contact with this equipment. It is the responsibility 

of the owner and the operator to remain alert to any 

hazards posed by the function of this equipment.
If an operator is ever uncertain about a particular 

task or the proper method of using this equipment, 

they should ask an experienced supervisor.

Unpacking the Equipment

disPose oF ALL PACkAGinG mAteRiALs in An 

enViRonmentALLY ResPonsibLe mAnneR.

1.  Remove all packing materials and tape, as well as any protective 

plastic and cardboard, from the unit.

2.  Clean any glue residue left over from the plastic or tape.
3.  Place the unit in the desired position and height.

sAVe the oRiGinAL boX And PACkAGinG FoR use in 

PACkAGinG And shiPPinG the eQuiPment iF seRViCes 

ARe needed.

Function and Purpose

This unit is intended to be used for grilling in commercial food-

service operations only. It is not intended for household, industrial or 

laboratory use.
Before using this equipment all surfaces should be cleaned and 

dried 

thoroughly

 (see "Cleaning" section on page 9). Failure to clean 

surfaces before using the unit could cause food contamination.
This unit is a medium duty appliance capable of a wide variety of 

grilling applications. 

Warning Labels

This manual contains a number of precautions to 

follow to help promote safe use of this equipment. 

Throughout the manual you will see additional 

warnings to help alert you to potential hazards.

Warnings affecting your personal safety are indicated by:

WARNING

WARNING

CAUTION

HOT

CAUTION

CAUTION

Warnings related to possible damage to equipment are indicated by:

NOTE

Note is used to notify users of installation, operation, or maintenance 

information that is important but not hazard-related.

Please remember that this manual and the warning 

labels do not replace the need to be alert, to properly 

train and supervise operators, and to use common 

sense when using this equipment.

 

CAUTION

Hot surface.

Do not touch.

Disconnect power 

supply and allow 

surface to cool 

before servicing.

 

ATTENTION

Surface chaude.

 Ne pas toucher.

La puissance de 

déconnexion électrique 

et laisser refroidir la 

surface avant l'entretien.

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