The Alto-Shaam Display Case has been
thoroughly tested, checked for calibration, and
inspected to insure only the highest quality
cabinet is provided. When you receive your
cabinet, check for any possible shipping
damage and report it at once to the delivering carrier. See
Transportation Damage and Claims section located in this manual.
In order to maintain established National Sanitation Foundation
standards, all stationary floor models must be sealed to the floor
with a R.T.V. or silastic meeting N.S.F. requirements or have 6"
(153mm) unobstructed clearance beneath the unit. Counter and
table units must be mounted on legs of a sufficient 4" (102mm)
height to provide minimum unobstructed space beneath the unit.
Legs are supplied with the unit. Warranty will become null and void
if these directions are not followed.
Save all the information and instructions packed inside the
cabinet. Complete and return the warranty card to the factory as
soon as possible to assure prompt service in the event of a warranty
parts and labor claim.
NOTE: Any and all claims for warranty must include the full model
number and serial number of the cabinet.
The unit must be installed or permanent wiring for this unit
must be done by a licensed electrician in accordance with local
electrical codes.
1. An identification tag is permanently mounted on the cabinet.
2. Plug the case into a properly grounded receptacle ONLY,
positioning the unit so that the plug is easily accessible in case
of an emergency. Arcing will occur when connecting or
disconnecting the display case unless all controls are in the
OFF position.
3. REGARDING INTERNATIONAL STANDARD UNITS: If the
unit is not equipped with flexible cord with plug, an all-pole
country approved disconnection device which has a contact
separation of at least 3mm in all poles must be incorporated in
the fixed wiring for disconnection. When using a cord without
a plug, the green/yellow conductor shall be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the ground symbol. If a plug is
used, the socket outlet must be easily accessible. If the power
cord needs replacement, use a similar one obtained from the
distributor.
1. DO NOT ADD WATER TO THE CASE
It is not necessary to add water to the case. As a matter of fact,
adding water is not recommended since water will accelerate the
deterioration of the product, and may damage the case.
2. PLACE DIVIDERS and SERVING PANS IN CASE
A complete pan configuration layout is located in this manual.
It is VERY
important to note, no matter what type of pan
configuration you choose, pan separator bars or divider bars
must be used to close all gaps between pans, and all gaps
between the pans and the edges of the display case. As a
consequence, if this is not done, heat distribution can be uneven
and uniform temperature will be difficult to hold. If needed,
additional pan divider bars are available.
3. TURN POWER AND/OR BREAKER SWITCH ON
They are located on the control side of the unit.
4. TURN DISPLAY LIGHTS “ON” AND SET THE
THERMOSTATS AT NUMBER “10” TO PREHEAT
A indicator light will illuminate when the thermostats are turned
“ON.” The light indicators will remain lit as long as the unit is
preheating or calling for heat. The unit should be preheated, at
the number 10 setting, for a minimum of 45-60 minutes before
loading the case with food. When preheating is completed, or
whenever the unit reaches any temperature set by the operator
between 1 and 10, the indicator lights will go “OUT”.
5. LOAD HOT FOODS INTO THE CASE
Be certain only hot food is transferred into the case.
Before loading food into the unit, use a pocket-type meat
thermometer to make certain all products have reached an
internal temperature of 140° to 160° F (60° to 71°C). If any
food product is not at proper serving temperature, use a Halo
Heat cooking and holding oven, set at 250° to 275°F (121°
to 135°C), or a Combitherm oven, to bring the product within
the correct temperature range. Be certain only hot PREPACKAGED foods with heat tested containers are used in the
self-service section of the case.
6. RESET THERMOSTATS AS NEEDED
After all food is loaded into the display case and the doors are
closed, reset the thermostats to the number “8” setting. THIS
WILL NOT NECESSARILY BE THE FINAL SETTING. Since
proper temperature range depends on the type of products and
the quantities being held, it is necessary to periodically use a
pocket thermometer to check each item to make certain the
correct temperatures are being maintained. Proper temperature
range is between 140° and 160°F (60° and 71°C). Normally,
this will require a thermostat setting of “8,” but self-service
sections will always require a higher thermostat setting.
7. SERVE FRESH HOT FOOD
Keep hot foods looking fresh. Occasionally stir or rotate foods as
needed. Serve products in the proper package or container. Keep
doors closed after serving. Wipe spills immediately to assure
maximum eye appeal and to ease end-of-the-day cleanup.
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