VOLLRATH 36644-FF Hot Well Drop In Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- VOLLRATH
Table of Contents
VOLLRATH 36644-FF Hot Well Drop In
Specifications
- Product Name: Vollrath Hot Well Drop-ins
- Types: Bain Marie, Short-Sided, Modular
- Part No.: 17676-1 ml
- Date: 2/3/17
- Designed for: Holding food at proper serving temperatures
- Intended Use: Not for cooking raw food or reheating prepared food
- Usage: Commercial food service applications
Product Usage Instructions
Safety Precautions
Before operating the equipment, familiarize yourself with the safety
precautions:
- Warning: Indicates a hazard that can cause severe personal injury or death.
- Caution: Indicates a hazard that can cause minor or major personal injury if ignored.
- Notice: Contains important information not related to hazards.
Function and Purpose
The drop-in is designed to hold food at proper serving temperatures, not
for cooking or reheating.
Features and Controls
- Temperature Control (A): Adjust the temperature of the well. 0 is off.
- Power Indicator Light (B): Illuminates when heating.
- Thumbscrew (C): Secures the drop-in.
- Drain Valve (D): Used to empty water from the well(s).
Operation Steps
- Check and ensure drain valve(s) are closed to prevent water drainage.
- Plug the power cord into a matching outlet based on rated voltage.
- Preheat water by covering wells with empty containers or covers and set temperature control to maximum heat for 60 minutes.
- Adjust heat setting to maintain safe holding temperature and food quality.
FAQ
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Q: Can I use the drop-in to cook raw food?
A: No, the drop-in is designed only to hold food at proper serving temperatures, not for cooking. -
Q: How do I clean the drop-in?
A: Follow the cleaning instructions provided in the user manual. Disconnect power before cleaning.
Operator’s Manual
Hot Well Drop-ins
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. Save the original box and packaging. Use this packaging to ship the equipment if repairs are needed.
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:
- This equipment must be installed by a qualified person.
- Use only grounded electrical outlets that match the rated voltage on the nameplate.
- NOTICE: Do NOT modify the cord or plug on the drop-in. Modifying any component may damage the drop-in or cause injury, and will void the warranty. See the specification sheet on Vollrath.com for electrical specifications.
- Do not use an extension cord with this equipment. Do not plug this equipment into a power strip or multi-outlet power cord.
- This equipment should only be used in a flat, level position.
- Do not spray the controls or the outside of equipment with liquids or cleaning agents.
- Keep the equipment and power cord away from open flames, electric burners or excessive heat.
- Do not use food pans deeper than 6″ (15.2 cm).
- Do not operate equipment if it is damaged or malfunctioning.
- Do not operate unattended.
- Unplug and allow the equipment to cool before cleaning or moving.
- Handle hot water carefully.
- Do not clean this equipment with steel wool.
Please register your product at Vollrath.com/Warranty
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE
This drop-in is intended and designed to hold containers of food at proper
serving temperatures. Hot food stations are not intended or designed to cook
raw food or to reheat prepared food. Food must be prepared and placed in food
stations at proper serving temperatures. This equipment is not intended for
household, industrial or laboratory use.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
- A TEMPERATURE CONTROL. Used to set or adjust the temperature of the well. The larger the number the higher the temperature, the smaller the number the lower the temperature. The “0” position is off.
- B POWER INDICATOR LIGHT. Illuminates when the well is in the heating mode.
- C THUMBSCREW. Secures the drop-in to the mounting surface.
- D DRAIN VALVE (not shown). Used to empty water from the well(s).
OPERATION
WARNING
- Electrical Shock Hazard
- Keep water and other liquids from entering the inside of the unit. 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.
CAUTION
Burn Hazard
Do not touch hot food, liquid or heating surfaces while equipment is
heating or operating.
- NOTICE: Drop-in meets NSF4 performance standards only when using moist heat. Operation with water is required for even heating of the food product.
- NOTICE: Do not use food pans deeper than 6″ (15.2 cm).
1. Check the drain valve(s) to verify it is in the closed position to prevent water from draining out.
2. Fill each well with ³⁄₈” (1 cm) of clean hot water. Do not over fill.
3. Plug electrical power cord into a outlet that matches the rated voltage on the nameplate.
4. Preheat the water in the wells by covering wells with empty food containers or covers. Turn the temperature control to the maximum heat setting. Preheat for 60 minutes.
5. Place containers of hot food, above 140 °F (60 °C), into preheated equipment.
6. Reduce heat setting to a level that will maintain a safe holding temperature and maintain food quality. NOTICE: Monitor food temperature closely for food safety. The United States Public Health Service recommends that hot food be held at a minimum of 140 ºF (60 ºC) to help prevent bacteria growth. Maintain correct water level and temperature setting. Periodically remove food container and check the water level. Add water in needed.
7. Maintain water level during operation. Periodically (approximately every 2 hours) remove the containers of food and check the water level. Add hot water if needed.
8. Use gloves, mitts or pot holders to protect hands when removing hot food containers.CLEANING
CAUTION
- Burn Hazard
- Hot surfaces and food can burn skin. Allow the hot surfaces to cool before handling.
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.
- Turn the heat control to the “0” setting or turn the power switch (some models) to the OFF position.
- Unplug the drop-in.
- Use gloves, mitts or pot holders to protect hands when removing hot food containers.
- Rotate the drain valve(s) 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 water after cleaning.
- Rotate the valve to the closed position,
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem| Might be Caused By| Course of
Action
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Unit does not get to correct temperature or to a high temperature| Low or
incorrect voltage to unit.| Verify that voltage rating in unit matches the
source voltage. If not have qualified electrical personal install proper
source voltage.
No water or incorrect water level.| Add water to correct level.
ITEM NUMBERS
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.
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.vollrath.com.
- The Vollrath Company, L.L.C.
- 1236 North 18th Street
- Sheboygan, WI 53081-3201 U.S.A. Main
- Tel: 800.624.2051 or 920.457.4851 Main
- Fax: 800.752.5620 or 920.459.6573
- Customer Service: 800.628.0830
- Canada Customer Service: 800.695.8560
- Technical Services
- techservicereps@vollrathco.com
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- Countertop Warming Products : 800.354.1970
- All Other Products: 800.628.0832
- © 2017 The Vollrath Company L.L.C.
- Part No. 17676-1 ml
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