BOSCH HWD57 Warming Drawers Instruction Manual
- June 10, 2024
- Bosch
Table of Contents
HWD57 Warming Drawers
Bosch Warming Drawers
Product Information
The Bosch Warming Drawers are designed to keep your food warm until it’s ready to be served.
They are available in two models:
HWD57 and HWD50. These drawers are manufactured by BSH Home Appliances
Corporation, located at 1901 Main Street, Suite 600 Irvine, CA 92614.
If you have any questions regarding the product, you can contact Bosch customer support at 1-800-944-2904 or visit their website at https://www.bosch-home.com/us.
Product Usage Instructions
Before using the Bosch Warming Drawers, it is important to read and save the instructions provided in the user manual. The following instructions will guide you on how to use the product:
- Ensure that the warming drawer is properly installed according to the assembly instructions provided in the user manual.
- Plug in the electrical cord ensuring all controls are in the OFF position.
- Place the food you would like to warm inside the drawer.
- Set the temperature according to your preference using the temperature control knob.
- Press the power button to turn on the warming drawer.
- The warming drawer will now begin to warm your food. Make sure to keep an eye on your food while it’s in the drawer to ensure that it doesn’t overheat or dry out.
- When your food is ready to be served, turn off the warming drawer by pressing the power button again.
- Remove the food from the drawer using oven mitts or potholders, as it may be hot.
- Unplug the electrical cord and allow the warming drawer to cool before cleaning.
It is important to follow these instructions carefully to prevent any damage to the product or any harm to yourself or others.
This Bosch Appliance is made by BSH Home Appliances Corporation 1901 Main Street, Suite 600 Irvine, CA 92614
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Safety
WARNING:
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, fire or shock may
result causing property damage or personal injury.
Read all instructions.
WARNING:
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically
recommended in the manuals. Improper installation, service or maintenance can
cause injury or property damage. Refer to this manual for guidance. All other
servicing should be done by a qualified technician.
Appliance Handling Safety
Hidden surfaces may have sharp edges. Use caution when reaching behind or
under appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer
may cause injuries.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or
other hot liquids.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not place any heating or cooking appliance
beneath the appliance.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not mount unit over or near any portion of a
heating or cooking appliance.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not mount over a sink.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not store anything directly on top of the
appliance surface when the appliance is in operation.
Safety Codes and Standards
This appliance complies with one or more of the following Standards:
- UL 1026 – Electric Household Cooking and Food Serving Appliances
- CSA-C22.2 No. 64 – Household cooking and Liquid Heating appliances
It is the responsibility of the owner and the installer to determine if additional requirements and/or standards apply to specific installations.
Electric Safety
Before you plug in the electrical cord, be sure all controls are in the OFF
position.
Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into wall outlet. To
disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then remove plug from wall outlet.
Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the
appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Call an authorized
service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or other
electrical parts in water or other liquid.
For appliances equipped with a cord and plug, do not cut or remove the ground
prong. It must be plugged into a matching grounding type receptacle to avoid
electrical shock. If there is any doubt as to whether the wall receptacle is
properly grounded, the customer should have it checked by a qualified
electrician.
If required by the National Electrical Code (or Canadian Electrical Code),
this appliance must be installed on a separate branch circuit.
Installer – show the owner the location of the circuit breaker or fuse. Mark it for easy reference.
Important – Save these instructions for the local electrical inspector’s use.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before installing, turn power OFF at the service panel. Lock service panel to
prevent power from being turned ON accidentally.
Refer to data plate for more information. See “Data Plate” under “Service” for
data plate location.
Be sure your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified
technician. Installation, electrical connections and grounding must comply
with all applicable codes.
Related Equipment Safety
Remove all tape and packaging before using the appliance. Destroy the
packaging after unpacking the appliance. Never allow children to play with
packaging material.
Never modify or alter the construction of the appliance. For example, do not
remove leveling legs, panels, wire covers or anti-tip brackets/screws.
CAUTION: For units with glass panels, use care when handling glass to
avoid breaking. Broken glass could cause injury.
.
State of California Proposition 65 Warning:
WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including vinyl chloride, which is
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: The California Safe Drinking and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn customers potential exposure to such substances.
Installation
Before you Begin
Tools and Parts Needed
- T-20 star head screwdriver
- Measuring tape
- Drill with bit (1/8″)
Parts Included
- T-20 star head screws, #8×1/2” (6)
General Information
Power Requirements and Grounding
Circuit Specifications: 120V, 15A, 60Hz
The outlet must be properly grounded in accordance with all applicable codes.
Installation Dimensions
Instructions are based on standard (in the U.S.A.) cabinets 36” (914 mm) high
and 24” (609 mm) deep with a 25” (635 mm) countertop. If using non-standard
cabinets, alter dimensions accordingly.
30” Warming Drawer
Unit and Cabinet Dimensions
Cabinet opening bottom must be able to support 110 pounds (50 kg).
Flush Installation 
27” Warming Drawer
Unit and Cabinet Dimensions
Cabinet opening bottom must be able to support 110 pounds (50 kg). 
Flush Installation 
Installation Procedure
CAUTION
Before installing, turn power OFF at the service panel. Lock service panel to
prevent power from being turned ON accidentally.
Installing with Microwave or Steam Oven
Pre-Assembly Preparation
Mounting the microwave or steam oven on the warming drawer requires the units
to be assembled together prior to installing into the cabinet cutout.
Note: The parts contained in the square tube parts box are common to both installations.
Parts Provided
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Universal connector
bracket (2)
(in parts box) -
Screws (16)
(in red bag, inside parts box)
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Prepare cabinet cutout.
Prepare cabinet cutout and install electrical connection according to the dimensions in “General Information”. -
Remove the drawer from the drawer housing.
- Pull drawer to fully open position.
- Press down right drawer release lever.
- Lift up left drawer release lever.
- Firmly pull the drawer straight out.
Retract cabinet rails while drawer is removed.
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Position the warming drawer housing in front of the cabinet where it is to be installed. Position the Microwave or Steam Oven nearby.
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The warming drawer is ready for the Microwave or Steam oven to be mounted on it.
Mounting the Microwave on the Warming Drawer (30″ models only)
Assemble the Brackets to the Warming Drawer
Note: Do not place the warming drawer into the wall cabinet until after
mounting the microwave on it using the universal connector brackets.
- Attach both universal connector brackets to the warming drawer housing using three of the screws provided for each bracket. Tighten screws securely, but do not overtighten.
Note: The universal connector brackets are interchange-able for the left and right sides of the warming drawer. Be sure the taller vertical edge of the bracket is positioned to the outside of the warming drawer.
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Place the microwave oven unit on top of the universal connector brackets and fasten in place using three screws per side in the outside set of holes (A). Tighten the screws securely, but do not overtighten.
Note: The existing screws in the microwave base help with alignment. When lowering the microwave into place on the universal connector bracket allow these screw heads to slide into the slots as shown in the illustration below. The screw nearest the front of the microwave slides into the base of the slope at the front of the bracket.
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Continue with the unit installation in the section below describing installation of the warming drawer microwave/steam oven unit into the wall cabinet.
Mounting the Steam Oven on the Warming Drawer
Note: Do not place the warming drawer into the wall cabinet until after
mounting the steam oven on it using the universal connector brackets.
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Attach both universal connector brackets to the warming drawer housing using six of the screws provided.
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Mount using the holes to the inside of the unit. Tighten screws securely, but do not overtighten.
Note: The universal connector brackets are interchange-able for the left and right sides of the warming drawer. Be sure the taller vertical edge of the bracket is positioned to the outside of the warming drawer. -
Place the steam oven unit on top of the universal connector brackets and fasten in place using two screws per side in the inside set of holes (B). Tighten the screws securely, but do not overtighten.
Note: The existing screws in the sides of the steam oven base help with alignment. When lowering the steam oven into place on the universal connector bracket allow these screw heads to slide into the slots as shown in the illustration below. The screw nearest the front of the steam oven slides into the base of the slope at the front of the bracket.
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Continue with the unit installation in the following sections on electrical connection and installing the steam oven/warming drawer unit into the wall cabinet.
Electrical Connection
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Connect warming drawer power cord.
Insert plug into three-prong, grounded outlet. See “Power Requirements and Grounding” above for electrical specifications. -
Refer to the Steam Oven or Microwave installation manual for the relevant instructions for connection to the power supply junction box.
Installation into the Cabinet Cutout
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Install the warming drawer and Steam Oven or Microwave assembly into the cabinet cutout.
CAUTION
It is recommended to have 2 installers to install the unit assembly. Failure to do so may result in property damage or personal injury.
Slide the assembly into the cabinet cutout until it is flush with front of the cabinet. Secure through screw holes in cleats (drill pilot holes in cleats first if necessary). See installation dimensions diagram. Secure microwave/steam oven according to installation instructions provided with those units. -
Replace drawer.
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Be sure cabinet rails are pushed inside cabinet.
Align the rails on the drawer rails with the rails attached to the drawer housing.
Firmly push the drawer straight into the drawer housing until the drawer clicks into place. The drawer should insert easily. If it binds, do not attempt to force it. Remove the drawer, align the slides on the housing to the front edge of the housing and try again. Slide the drawer into both housing slides at the same time, and keep the drawer level while doing so. -
The drawer has a “push-to-open” operation. Pressing the front of the drawer inward causes the drawer to self open.
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Open and close drawer to test operation.
Note: if the drawer will not close, verify that the rail release levers are properly positioned.
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Turn power on at the service panel.
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Test the installation.
Turn the warming drawer on. Signal light and timer should turn on immediately. Check for warmth.
Service
If the warming drawer elements or signal light do not turn on, check the power
source to see if the circuit breaker is tripped.
See Use and Care Manual for troubleshooting information. Refer to the Statement of Limited Product Warranty in the Use and Care Manual.
To reach a service representative, see the contact information at the front of the manual. Please be prepared with the information printed on your product data plate when calling.
Data Plate
The data plate shows the model and serial number. Refer to the data plate on
the appliance when requesting service. The data plate is visible on the left
side of the drawer casing. It may be necessary to remove the drawer to view
it.
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