VOLLRATH R38718 Affordable Portable Refrigerated Cold Food Station Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
: VOLLRATH

Table of Contents

VOLLRATH R38718 Affordable Portable Refrigerated Cold Food Station
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
FAQ
Product Description
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
FEATURES
OPERATION
CLEANING
Clean The Breath Guard
TROUBLESHOOTING
SERVICE AND REPAIR
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VOLLRATH R38718 Affordable Portable Refrigerated Cold Food Station

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Product Information

Specifications

Model: Affordable Portable TM Refrigerated Cold Food Station
Available Colors: Walnut, Cherry, Black, Woodgrain, Granite, White, American Natural, Brushed Aluminum
Various Base Configurations with and without lights

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions

WARNING: Indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION: Indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause minor or major personal injury if ignored.

NOTICE: Important information that is not hazard-related.

Function and Purpose

This equipment is designed to keep chilled food at proper serving temperatures in commercial food service operations. It is not intended for cooling or chilling food. Only place food prepared at proper serving temperatures in the food station. The equipment is not suitable for household, industrial, or laboratory use.

Positioning and Clearance

Do not move the equipment by pushing or pulling on the breath guard.

Operation

A: ON/OFF switch. Illuminates in the ON position. Make sure it is in the correct position for operation.
B: Drain Valve Access Door.
C: Drain Valve.

Cleaning

WARNING: Keep water and other liquids from entering the inside of the unit to prevent electrical shock. Do not overfill pans or trays to avoid liquid contact with electrical components.

NOTICE: Use the nameplate rated voltage to prevent electrical issues.

FAQ

Q: Can this equipment cool food?
- A: No, the equipment is designed to maintain chilled food at proper serving temperatures, not to cool or chill food.
Q: Can the equipment be used in households?
- A: No, this equipment is intended for commercial food service operations and not for household use.

Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath equipment. Before operating the equipment, read and familiarize yourself with the following operating and safety instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Product Description

Description|

Black

| Walnut

Woodgrain

| Cherry

Woodgrain

|

Granite

|

White

| American

Natural

| Brushed

Aluminum

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3 Pan (46″) NSF2 Buffet Breath Guard Cold Food Station – 120V
Solid Base| R38713| R38950| R38773| R38733| R38733W| R38733N| R38733A
Solid Base w/ Lights| R3871346| R3895046| R3877346| R3873346| R3873346W| R3873346N| R3873346A
Open Storage Base| R38714| R38951| R38774| R38734| R38734W| R38734N| R38734A
Open Storage w/ Lights| R3871446| R3895146| R3877446| R3873446| R3873446W| R3873446N| R3873446A
Storage Base w/ Door| R38715| R38952| R38775| R38735| R38735W| R38735N| R38735A
Storage w/ Door, w/ Lights| R3871546| R3895246| R3877546| R3873546| R3873546W| R3873546N| R3873546A
3 Pan (46″) NSF2 Cafeteria Breath Guard Cold Food Station – 120V
Solid Base| R39713| R39950| R39773| R39733| R39733W| R39733N| R39733A
Open Storage Base| R39714| R39951| R39774| R39734| R39734W| R39734N| R39734A
Storage Base w/ Door| R39715| R39952| R39775| R39735| R39735W| R39735N| R39735A
4 Pan (60″) NSF2 Buffet Breath Guard Cold Food Station – 120V
Solid Base| R38716| R38960| R38776| R38736| R38736W| R38736N| R38736A
Solid Base w/ Lights| R3871660| R3896060| R3877660| R3873660| R3873660W| R3873660N| R3873660A
Open Storage Base| R38717| R38961| R38777| R38737| R38737W| R38737N| R38737A
Open Storage w/ Lights| R3871760| R3896160| R3877760| R3873760| R3873760W| R3873760N| R3873760A
Storage Base w/ Door| R38718| R38962| R38778| R38738| R38738W| R38738N| R38738A
Storage w/ Door, w/ Lights| R3871860| R3896260| R3877860| R3873860| R3873860W| R3873860N| R3873860A
4 Pan (60″) NSF2 Cafeteria Breath Guard Cold Food Station – 120V
Solid Base| R39716| R39959| R39776| R39736| R39736W| R39736N| R39736A
Open Storage Base| R39717| R39961| R39777| R39737| R39737W| R39737N| R39737A
Storage Base w/ Door| R39718| R39962| R39778| R39738| R39738W| R39738N| R39738A

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand their meaning. This manual contains safety precautions which are explained below. Please read carefully.

WARNING

Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor or major personal injury if the caution is ignored.

NOTICE: Notice is used to note information that is important but not hazard-related.

To reduce risk of injury or damage to the equipment

Plug only into grounded electrical outlets that match the voltage rating on the nameplate.
Do not use an extension cord with this equipment. Do not plug this equipment into a power strip or multi-outlet power cord.
Equipment should only be used in a flat, level position.
Unplug equipment and let it cool before cleaning or moving.
Do not spray controls with liquids or cleaning agents.
Unplug when not in use.
Keep equipment and power cord away from open flames, electric burners or excessive heat.
Do not operate unattended.
Closely supervise equipment operating in public areas and/or around children.
Do not use food pans deeper than 6” (15.2 cm).
Do not operate if equipment has been damaged or is malfunctioning.
Do not place any objects inside the air intake or exhaust panels

FEATURES

A ON/OFF switch.
B Drain Valve Access Door.
C Drain Valve.

OPERATION

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Keep water and other liquids from entering the inside of the unit. The liquid inside the unit could cause an electrical shock.
Do not over fill pans or trays. Liquid could contact the electrical components and cause a short circuit or an electrical shock

NOTICE: Using a voltage other than the nameplate-rated voltage will cause damage to the unit. Incorrect voltage, and modification to the power cord or electrical components can damage unit and will void the warranty.

NOTICE: Do not use food pans deeper than 6″ (15.2 cm).

Open the access door and check that the drain valve is in the closed position.
Plug the electrical power cord into a grounded outlet matching the nameplate-rated voltage.
Turn the power switch to the ON position. Note: This equipment features a bump start, which starts the compressor in stages to protect the components. When the equipment is switched ON, the compressor will cycle on and off three times. After the third cycle the equipment should function as normal.
Allow the equipment to run for approximately 30 minutes. For the best performance when using ice with this equipment, allow equipment to run for approximately 2 hours before adding ice. This will help the ice remain solid.
Place containers of properly chilled food into the pre-chilled equipment.
Regularly check the food temperature.
NOTICE: Monitor food temperature closely for food safety. The United States Public Health Service recommends that food be held at a maximum of 41 ºF (5 ºC) to help prevent bacteria growth.
When finished using the equipment place the power switch in the OFF position.

CLEANING

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Do not spray water or cleaning products. Liquid could contact the electrical components and cause a short circuit or an electrical shock.

To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your equipment daily.

NOTICE : Do not use caustic cleaning chemicals, steel wool or commercial lime removal products to clean the equipment.

Thoroughly rinse equipment with water after cleaning.

Place the power switch in the OFF position.
Unplug the equipment.
Open the access door and rotate the drain valve to the open position. Drain the water.
Use a damp cloth or sponge dipped in soapy water to clean the inside of the well and the outside of the equipment.
Thoroughly rinse equipment with clean water after cleaning.
Rotate the drain valve to the closed position.

Clean The Breath Guard

Always use a clean soft lint-free cloth or microfiber cloth. Clean with a neutral cleaner such as a solution of warm water and a small amount of dish detergent or products specifically made for cleaning Plexiglas® and acrylic plastic.

Recommended cleaners for Plexiglas® and acrylic include:

Novus® #1
Plexi-Clear
Brillianize®

What Not To Do

Do not use cleaners containing ammonia, alcohol, acetone or dry cleaning products. Cleaners with these chemicals will damagePlexiglas®, acrylic and other plastics.
Do not use paper towels, abrasive materials, scratching cleansers, razor blades, brushes, steel wool or scouring pads, such as Scotch Brite™ pads.
Do not use WD-40® or petroleum, industrial or commercial cleaning products.

Removing Minor Scratches

Fine scratches can be removed with a specialized mild abrasive polish such as Novus #2, or Novus #3. Heavier scratches may require sanding and buffing. Hand sand with series of sandpapers with increasingly finer grits (250,400,600). Then use a buffing wheel and buffing compound.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem| Might be Caused By| Course of Action
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Switch does not illuminate when in the ON position.| Equipment is not plugged in.| Plug in the equipment.
Well is not getting cold.| Low or incorrect voltage to equipment.| Verify the source voltage matches the rated voltage on the nameplate on the equipment. If it does not, have qualified electrical personnel install proper source voltage

WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE VOLLRATH CO. L.L.C.

This warranty does not apply to products purchased for personal, family or household use, and The Vollrath Company LLC does not offer a written warranty to purchasers for such uses. The Vollrath Company LLC warrants the products it manufactures or distributes against defects in materials and workmanship as specifically described in our full warranty statement. In all cases, the warranty runs from the date of the end user’s original purchase date found on the receipt. Any damages from improper use, abuse, modification or damage resulting from improper packaging during return shipment for warranty repair will not be covered under warranty. For complete warranty information, product registration and new product announcement, visit www.vollrathfoodservice.com.

SERVICE AND REPAIR

Serviceable parts are available on Vollrath.com.
To avoid serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the unit or replace a damaged power cord yourself. Do not send units directly to The Vollrath Company LLC. Please contact Vollrath Technical Services for instructions. When contacting Vollrath Technical Services, please be ready with the item number, model number (if applicable), serial number, and proof of purchase showing the date the unit was purchased