VOLLRATH 3640480-FF Hot Well Drop Instruction Manual

: June 16, 2024
: VOLLRATH

Table of Contents

VOLLRATH 3640480-FF Hot Well Drop
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
OPERATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE VOLLRATH CO. L.L.C.
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VOLLRATH 3640480-FF Hot Well Drop

Product Information

Specifications

Product Name : Hot Well Drop-ins
Types : Bain Marie Drop-ins, Short-Sided Drop-ins, Modular Drop-ins
Part Number : 17676-1 ml
Date : 2/3/17

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Precautions
Before operating the equipment, read and understand the safety precautions provided in the manual. Ensure to follow all warnings and cautions to prevent personal injury or damage to the equipment.

Function and Purpose
The Hot Well Drop-in is designed to hold containers of food at proper serving temperatures. It is not meant for cooking raw food or reheating prepared food. Ensure that food is prepared and placed in the drop-in at the correct serving temperatures.

Features and Controls

Temperature Control: Adjust the temperature of the well using the control knob. Higher numbers indicate higher temperatures.
Power Indicator Light: Illuminates when the well is heating.
Thumbscrew: Secures the drop-in to the mounting surface.
Drain Valve: Used to empty water from the well(s).

Operation

Ensure drain valve(s) are closed to prevent water drainage.
Plug the electrical power cord into a matching outlet as per the rated voltage on the nameplate.
Preheat water in the wells by covering them with empty food containers or covers. Set the temperature control to maximum heat and preheat for 60 minutes.
Adjust the heat setting to maintain a safe holding temperature for food quality.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use the Hot Well Drop-in for cooking raw food?
- A: No, the drop-in is designed for holding food at serving temperatures, not for cooking raw food.
Q: What should I do if water enters the unit?
- A: Keep water and other liquids away from entering the inside of the unit to prevent electrical shock hazards.
Q: How do I ensure even heating of food products?
- A: Use moist heat and operate with water as required for even heating. Do not overfill pans or trays.

Operator’s Manual

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.

Hot Well Drop-ins

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).

Check the drain valve(s) to verify it is in the closed position to prevent water from draining out.
Fill each well with ³⁄₈” (1 cm) of clean hot water. Do not over fill.
Plug electrical power cord into a outlet that matches the rated voltage on the nameplate.
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.
Place containers of hot food, above 140 °F (60 °C), into preheated equipment.
Reduce heat setting to a level that will maintain a safe holding temperature and maintain food quality.
NOT ICE: 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.
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.
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

Bain Marie Two Pan

36500| 36466HD| 3647260| 3640470| 3640560HD| 3640761HD| Six Well| 36646
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
36501208| 3646610HD| 3640080| 3640480| 3640580HD| 3640781HD| 3640901| 3664620
36501240

Bain Marie

| 36467HD

| 3639901

| 36405

| 3640911

| 3664630

Three Pan| 36471HD| 3640001HD| 3640560| Four Well| 3640760HD| 3640910| 3664720
36502| 3647110HD| 3640011HD| 3640510| 36406| 3640780HD| 36476| 3664730
36503208| 3646661HD| 36399HD| 3640570| 3640650| 3647460HD| 3647610| 36640
36503240| 3646681HD| 3639910HD| 3640580| 3640660| 3647480HD| 3640951| 3664020
Bain Marie| 3646761HD| 36400HD| 3640501| 3640610| Five Well| 3640971| 3664030
Four Pan| 3646781HD| 3640010HD| 3640551| 3640670| 36408| 3640950| 36641
36504208| 3646660HD| 36472HD| 3640561| 3640680| 3640850| 3640970| 3664120
36504240| 3646680HD| 3647210HD| 3640511| 36407| 3640860| 3647650| 3664130
Bain Marie| 3646760HD| 3639951HD| 3640571| 3640750| 3640810| 3647670| 36646HD

Five Pan
36505208
36505240

Bain Marie Six Pan
36506208
36506240

One Well
3646601
3646661
3646611
3646681
36466
3646660
3646610
3646680
36467
3646760
3646710
3646780
3646701
3646761
3646711
3646781
36471
3647160
3647110
3647180
3646601HD
3646611HD
3646780HD
3647160HD
3647180HD

Two Well
3639901
3639911
3640001
3640011
36399
3639910
36400
3640010
36472
3647210
3639951
3639971
3640051
3640071
3639950
3639970
3640050
3640070
3647250
3647270
3639961
3639981
3640061
3640081
3639960
3639980
3639971HD
3640051HD
3640071HD
3639950HD
3639970HD
3640050HD
3640070HD
3647250HD
3647270HD
3639961HD
3639981HD
3640061HD
3640081HD
3639960HD
3639980HD
3640060HD
3640080HD
3647260HD
3640080HD
3647260HD
3647280HD

Three Well
3640401
3640451
3640461
3640411
3640471
3640481
36404
3640450
3640571
3640581
36473
3647350
3647360
3647310
3647370
3647380
3640401HD
3640411HD
3640501HD
3640451HD
3640471HD
3640551HD
3640571HD
3640461HD
3640481HD
3640561HD
3640581HD
36404HD
3640410HD
36405HD
3640510HD
36473HD
3647310HD
3640450HD
3640470HD
3640550HD
3640570HD
3647350HD
3647370HD
3640760
3640710
3640770
3640780
3640701
3640751
3640761
3640711
3640771
3640781
36474
3647450
3647460
3647410
3647470
3647480
3640701HD
3640711HD
36406HD
3640610HD
36407HD
3640710HD
36474HD
3647410HD
3640751HD
3640771HD
3640650HD
3640670HD
3640750HD
3640770HD
3640870
3640880
3640801
3640851
3640861
3640811
3640871
3640881
36475
3647550
3647560
3647510
3647570
3647580
3640801HD
3640811HD
36408HD
3640810HD
36475HD
3647510HD
3640851HD
3640871HD
3640850HD
3640870HD
3647550HD
3647570HD
3640861HD
3640881HD
3640860HD
3640880HD
3640961
3640981
3640960
3640980
3647660
3647680
3640901HD
3640911HD
36409HD
3640910HD
36476HD
3647610HD
3640951HD
3640971HD
3640950HD
3640970HD
3647650HD
3647670HD
3640961HD
3640981HD
3640960HD
3640980HD
3647660HD
3647680HD
36646HD
36647HD
3664620HD
3664720HD
3664630HD
3664730HD
36640HD
36641HD
3664020HD
3664120HD
3664030HD
3664130HD

Short-Sided Three Well
36648
3664820
3664830
36649
3664920
3664930
36642
3664220
3664230
36643
3664320
3664330
36648HD
36649HD
3664820HD
3664920HD
3665030
3665130
36644
36645
3664420
3664520
3664430
3664530
36650HD
36651HD
3665020HD
3665120HD
3665030HD
3665130HD
36644HD
36645HD
3664420HD
3664520HD
3664430HD
3664530HD
3664830HD
3664930HD
36642HD
36643HD
3664220HD
3664320HD
3664230HD
3664330HD

Short-Sided Four Well
36650
36651
3665020
3665120

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.