VOLLRATH 38713 Non Refrigerated Cold Food Station User Manual

: June 1, 2024
: VOLLRATH

Table of Contents

VOLLRATH 38713 Non Refrigerated Cold Food Station
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Parts Description
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE
FEATURES
OPERATION
CLEANING
WARRANTY STATEMENT
SERVICE AND REPAIR
References
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VOLLRATH 38713 Non Refrigerated Cold Food Station

Product Information

Specifications

Product Name: Affordable Portable Non-Refrigerated Cold Food Station
Model Numbers: Various models available with different base types and finishes
Function: Keep chilled food at proper serving temperatures in commercial food service operations
Intended Use: Commercial food service operations

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions
To ensure safe operation, read and understand the safety precautions provided in the manual.

Operation

Do not use food pans deeper than 6 (15.2 cm).
Place ice into the well. Allow the unit to cool for approximately 1 hour before using it for best performance.
Place containers of properly chilled food into the pre-chilled unit.
Regularly check the food temperature to ensure food safety.

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

Cleaning

WARNING:
Do not spray water or cleaning products on the equipment to prevent electrical shock hazards. Clean the equipment daily using mild cleaning agents. Avoid caustic cleaning chemicals, steel wool, or abrasive materials.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can this cold food station chill food?
A: No, this cold food station is designed to maintain chilled food at proper serving temperatures and not to cool or chill food.
Q: How often should I clean the equipment?
A: It is recommended to clean the equipment daily to maintain its appearance and increase its service life.

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.

Parts Description

Description| Black| Walnut Woodgrain| Cherry Woodgrain| Granite| White| American Natural| Brushed Aluminum
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
3 Pan (46″) NSF2 Buffet Breath Guard Cold Food Station – 120V
Solid Base| 38713| 38950| 38773| 38733| 38733W| 38733N| 38733A
Solid Base w/Lights| 3871346| 3895046| 3877346| 3873346| 3873346W| 3873346N| 3873346A
Open Storage Base| 38714| 38951| 38774| 38734| 38734W| 38734N| 38734A
Open Storage w/Lights| 3871446| 3895146| 3877446| 3873446| 3873446W| 3873446N| 3873446A
Storage Base w/Door| 38715| 38952| 38775| 38735| 38735W| 38735N| 38735A
Storage w/ Door, w/Lights| 3871546| 3895246| 3877546| 3873546| 3873546W| 3873546N| 3873546A
3 Pan (46″) NSF2 Cafeteria Breath Guard Cold Food Station – 120V
Solid Base| 39713| 39950| 39773| 39733| 39733W| 39733N| 39733A
Open Storage Base| 39714| 39951| 39774| 39734| 39734W| 39734N| 39734A
Storage Base w/ Door| 39715| 39952| 39775| 39735| 39735W| 39735N| 39735A
4 Pan (60″) NSF2 Buffet Breath Guard Cold Food Station – 120V
Solid Base| 38716| 38960| 38776| 38736| 38736W| 38736N| 38736A
Solid Base w /Lights| 3871660| 3896060| 3877660| 3873660| 3873660W| 3873660N| 3873660A
Open Storage Base| 38717| 38961| 38777| 38737| 38737W| 38737N| 38737A
Open Storage w/Lights| 3871760| 3896160| 3877760| 3873760| 3873760W| 3873760N| 3873760A
Storage Base w/Door| 38718| 38962| 38778| 38738| 38738W| 38738N| 38738A
Storage w/ Door, w/Lights| 3871860| 3896260| 3877860| 3873860| 3873860W| 3873860N| 3873860A
4 Pan (60″) NSF2 Cafeteria Breath Guard Cold Food Station – 120V
Solid Base| 39716| 39959| 39776| 39736| 39736W| 39736N| 39736A
Open Storage Base| 39717| 39961| 39777| 39737| 39737W| 39737N| 39737A
Storage Base w/Door| 39718| 39962| 39778| 39738| 39738W| 39738N| 39738A

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 the 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 before cleaning or moving.
Unplug when not in use.
Keep equipment and power cords 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.

FUNCTION AND PURPOSE

This equipment is intended to keep chilled food at proper serving temperatures in commercial food service operations. Cold food stations are not intended or designed to cool or chill food. Food must be prepared and placed in food stations at proper serving temperatures. Equipment is not intended for household, industrial or laboratory use.

POSITIONING AND CLEARANCE

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

This equipment is to be used on a flat, level surface.

FEATURES

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OPERATION

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

Place ice into the well. For best performance allow the unit to cool for approximately 1 hour before use.
Place containers of properly chilled food into the pre-chilled unit.
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 unit remove food from the cold well.

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.

Turn the power switch to the OFF position.
Unplug the equipment.
Rotate the drain valve(s) to the open position. Drain the water. $VOLLRATH-38713-Non-Refrigerated-Cold-Food-Station-Fig- $2$$
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 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 damage Plexiglas®, 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 a series of sandpapers with increasingly finer grits (250,400,600). Then use a buffing wheel and buffing compound.

WARRANTY STATEMENT

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.

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.

Contact Information

The Vollrath Company, L.L.C.