This manual or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any
manner whatsoever without the express written permission of Alto-Shaam, Inc.
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respective owners.
ManufacturerAlto-Shaam, Inc.
P.O. Box 450
W164 N9221 Water Street
Menomonee Falls, WI 53052
Original instructions
User profileThe servicer of this appliance must be a qualified and trained Alto-Shaam service
The content in this manual is written in American English.
partner.
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Alto-Shaam 24/7 Emergency Repair Service
CallCall 800-558-8744 to reach our twenty-four hour emergency service call center
for immediate access to local authorized service agencies outside standard
business hours. The emergency service access is provided exclusively for
Alto-Shaam equipment and is available throughout the United States through
Alto-Shaam’s toll free number.
AvailabilityEmergency service access is available seven days a week, including holidays.
Technical content produced by Alto-Shaam contains signal words where needed.
These signal words must be obeyed to reduce the risk of death, personal injury,
or equipment damage. The meaning of these signal words is explained below.
DANGER
Danger indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Warning indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
SAFETY
Caution indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Note indicates additional information that is important to a concept
or procedure.
Notice indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result
in property damage.
Before you beginRead and understand all instructions in this manual.
▪ The merchandiser is intended to hold pre-packaged food for human
consumption. No other use for this merchandiser is authorized by the
manufacturer or its agents and is therefore considered dangerous.
▪ The merchandiser is intended for use in commercial establishments where all
operators are familiar with the purpose, limitations, and associated hazards of
this merchandiser. Operating instructions and warnings must be read and
understood by all operators and users. Alto-Shaam recommends regular staff
training to avoid the risk of accident or damage to the merchandiser. Operators
must also receive regular safety instructions.
Usage precautionsFollow these precautions when using the appliance:
▪ To prevent serious injury, death or property damage, the merchandiser should
be inspected and serviced at least every twelve (12) months by an authorized
service partner or trained technician.
▪ Only allow an authorized service partner or trained technician to service or to
repair the merchandiser. Installation or repairs that are not performed by an
authorized service partner or trained technician, or the use of non-factory
authorized parts will void the warranty and relieve Alto-Shaam of all liability.
▪ When working on this merchandiser, observe precautions in the manual, on tags,
on labels attached to or shipped with the merchandiser, and other safety
precautions that may apply.
▪ If the merchandiser is installed on casters, freedom of movement of the
merchandiser must be restricted so that utility connections (electricity) cannot be
damaged when the merchandiser is moved before moving. If the merchandiser
is moved, make sure all utility connections are disconnected. When returning the
merchandiser to its original position, make sure that retention devices and utility
connections are connected.
▪ Only use the merchandiser when it is stationary. Unload the merchandiser
before moving it. Merchandises on casters can tip over when being moved over
an uneven floor or threshold and cause serious injury. Always apply caster brakes
on the mobile merchandiser when it is not being moved.
Electrical usageAn identification tag is permanently mounted on the cabinet. Permanent wiring
or electrical outlets for this merchandiser must be installed by a licensed
electrician in accordance with local, country, or national codes.
This merchandiser must be connected to a dedicated circuit: (see below)
▪ HSM-48: 30 Amp circuit
▪ HSM-36: 20 Amp circuit
▪ HSM-24: 20 Amp circuit
Cord and plug models▪ In the event of an emergency, always position the merchandiser so the power
supply cord is easily accessible.
▪ Plug the unit into a properly grounded receptacle only. Arcing will occur when
connecting or disconnecting the unit unless all controls are in the OFF position.
Hard wired model:Hard wired models must be equipped with a country certified external allpole
disconnection switch with sufficient contact separation.
If a power cord is used for the connection of the product, an oil resistant cord like
H05RN or H07RN equivalent must be used.
NOTICE
Where local codes and CE regulatory requirements apply,
appliances must be connected to an electrical circuit that is
protected by an external GFCI outlet.
CAUTION
Power source must match the voltage identified on appliance
rating tag. The rating tag provides essential technical
information required for an appliance installation, maintenance
or repairs. Do not remove, damage or modify the rating tag.
WARNING
To prevent serious injury, death, or property damage:
All electrical connections must be made by qualified and trained
service technician in accordance with applicable electrical codes.
This appliance must be adequately grounded in accordance with
local electrical codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the
current edition of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70.
In Canada, all electrical connections are to be made in
accordance with CSA C22.1, Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 or
local codes.
CE-approved appliances include an equipotential-bonding
terminal marked with the symbol shown on the left. Provisions
for earthing are to be made in accordance with IEC:2010 60335-1
section 27 or local codes.
This appliance may be equipped with a three-pronged
(grounding) plug for your protection against shock hazard and
should be plugged directly into a properly grounded threeprong receptacle.
Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
Removing the grounding prong may result in serious injury,
death or property damage.