T 43 & TD 43 Countertop Food Merchandiser
5.
Set the heat control knob to the maximum heat setting. During the rethermalization process,
monitor food temperatures closely for food safety. The United States Public Health Service
recommends that the entire food product reaches and maintains a minimum of 165
°
F (74
°
C)
for at least 15 seconds to be properly rethermalized. In addition, rethermalized food must
pass through the danger zone of 41
°
F (5
°
C) to 165
°
F (74
°
C) in less than 2 hours to prevent
growth of organisms of public health concern. The food must then be held at a minimum of
140
°
F (60
°
C).
Do not add cold food for rethermalizing while holding hot food; the
merchandiser will cool down and not hold the hot food at the proper serving
temperature.
To reach the required safe food temperature as quickly as possible, do not add
water or remove food pan during the rethermalization process.
6.
After food has been properly rethermalized, reduce heat setting to a level that will maintain a
safe holding temperature and maintain food quality. (See Food Safety Precautionary Note
Below)
7.
Maintain proper water level. The low water light will turn on and the unit will stop operating
when the water level becomes too low. Do not allow the water to completely evaporate.
Check water level frequently. Maintain enough water to keel both elements covered for
proper operation.
FOOD SAFETY PRECAUTIONARY NOTE
Monitor food temperatures closely for food safety. The United States Public Health
Service recommends that food be held at a minimum of 140
°
F (60
°
C) to help prevent
bacteria growth. Maintain water level at approximately 1/2” from bottom of well.
Periodically (approx. 2 hours) remove container of food and check the water level. Add
hot water if needed.
Cleaning:
To maintain appearance and increase the service life, the food warmer should be cleaned at least
daily.
1. Before cleaning, unplug the unit and let it and any liquid in the unit to cool completely.
WARNING
BURN HAZARD
Hot water and hot pans can burn skin.
Allow hot wells and water to cool before handling.
2. Carefully empty the water from the unit. If using model TD 43R, open drain into suitable
container.
3. Wipe the interior of the unit with a clean damp cloth.
4. To avoid damaging the finish, do not use abrasive materials, scratching cleaners or scouring
pads to clean water deposits from the well.
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