Carter Hoffman MC112-4 User Manual

Go Modular

Maintain fresh flavor and quality
Ensure product availability
Flex your menu options
Improve service speed
Extend holding time
Reduce waste

Flexible Food Holding

in a Compact Space

MZ2W2H

MC1W2H

MZ2W2S

One cabinet…

Keep food hot, fresh and ready to assemble

Go Modular and flex your menu options with Carter-Hoffmann’s modular holding
cabinets. You can cook menu items in advance and then hold them until they
are ready to be served. Individually heated pan cavities provide the best
environment and extend holding times while maintaining just-cooked quality
and freshness.

Easy to use

You have maximum flexibility to control the time and temperature for each cavity so you
can get the best holding environment for each food product. Carter-Hoffmann modular
holding cabinets allow you to serve to order, while increasing speed of service, maintaining
product quality and extending holding times.

Efficient heating

Food is heated via direct transfer of heat to the food pan creating the perfect holding
environment for just about any product. All units operate on energy-efficient 15 amps or
less. Warm-up takes mere seconds and they use about half the energy as traditional hot
wells.

Modular space-saving design

Carter-Hoffmann modular holding cabinets are adaptable for a wide range of uses and a
variety of spaces. Their compact modular design allows them to fit into tight spaces. Most
cabinets are available in single-sided or pass-through design and there are no doors for easy
access.

Boost your profits… with minimal investment

Because you can hold food longer, fresher and achieve greater customer satisfaction with
less waste, you can boost your profits. These cabinets are compact, so you can expand
your menu with lower investment in space and equipment. We have a size for even the
smallest kitchen.

Reliability

In production more than seven years, thousands of cabinets in the field continue to be
proven performers. They’re built to withstand the everyday rigors of a busy restaurant and
are easy to maintain and clean. Satisfied customers include Boston Market, Einstein Bagels,
Dunkin’Donuts, Checkers & Rallys.

Crisp ‘N Hold™

We combined our compact modular design with our active heated air technology for
superior crispy food holding . Our Vertical Crisp ‘N Hold maintains crispness longer than
heat lamps and cabinets without moving air. Up to six different products can be held in 1/3
size food pans. These units will also accommodate two half-sized sheet pans.

MC212S

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VCNH3W2S

Vertical Crisp ‘N Hold

The Carter-Hoffmann Advantage

Feature Carter-Hoffmann Duke Prince

Individual time & temperature control for each cavity
allows for multiple environments for multiple products

Flexible configurability; many models YES NO NO

Available top and bottom heat YES NO YES

Easy to program temperature and time YES NO NO

Units for pan depths of two, four and six inches YES NO NO

Pan sizes accepted (depending on model) 1/3, 1/2, FULL 1/3 ONLY 1/3, 1/2

Models that can accept more than one pan size YES NO NO NO

YES NO YES

Castle

Merco

(only 2 models)

1/3 ONLY

YES

NO

YES

YES

NO

multiple environments

Many choices… one to fit your operation

We use a three-step approach to select the cabinet that’s right for you:
1- We start by discussing the types of products you wish to hold and we’ll
help you determine the best holding environment
2- We look at your operation and discuss the challenges you face to achieve
efficient service and at the same time maintain food quality
3- We select a cabinet with features to achieve your food holding and
operational goals at a price to suit your budget

Because they have a modular design, we have been able to develop the largest and most
diverse line of cabinets. They come in a wide array of sizes and configurations for commonly
used pan sizes.

MC models with bottom heat and built-in pan lids are ideal for holding moisture­ sensitive food. The closed system helps food create its own environment, thereby
preventing moisture loss and food deterioration.

MZ models are combination units with both bottom and top heat offer flexible food
holding for moisture-sensitive (lids in, bottom heat on) and crispy/fried food (lids out,
bottom and top heat on) - all in one cabinet.

Customized configurations are available for large orders. Our sales staff and
engineering department work with our customers to provide the best solution for their
particular operation. With an in-house product testing kitchen we can design a cabinet just
for you. There are 27 standard catalog models, but if you don’t see exactly what

you’re looking for, give us a call. We’ve done many more!

MC1W5H

Modular Holding Cabinet Capacities

Model Pan Size & Capacity

MC123 (1) 12”x20”x2.5” and (2) 12”x20”x4” or 1/2 size long pans of same depth
MC125 (5) 12”x20”x2.5” or 1/2 size long pans of same depth
MC112-2 (1) 12”x20”, (2) 12”x10” or (3) 12”x6” pans, 2.5” deep
MC112-4 (1) 12”x20”, (2) 12”x10” or (3) 12”x6” pans, 4” deep
MC112-6 (1) 12”x20”, (2) 12”x10” or (3) 12”x6” pans, 6” deep
MC212-2 (2) 12”x20”, (4) 12”x10” or (6) 12”x6” pans, 2.5” deep
MC212-4 (2) 12”x20”, (4) 12”x10” or (6) 12”x6” pans, 4” deep
MC212-6 (2) 12”x20”, (4) 12”x10” or (6) 12”x6” pans, 6” deep
MC1W3H (3) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MC1W4H (4) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MC1W5H (5) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MC2W1H (2) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MC2W2H (4) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MC2W3H (6) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MC3W1H (3) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MC3W2H (6) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MC4W2H (8) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MC2W4H (8) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MCE2W1H (2) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MCE2W2H (4) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MCE2W3H (6) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MCE3W1H (3) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MCE3W2H (6) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MCE3W3H (9) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MZ112S-2 (1) 12”x20”, (2) 12”x10” or (3) 12”x6” pans, 2.5” deep
MZ212S-2 (2) 12”x20”, (4) 12”x10” or (6) 12”x6” pans, 2.5” deep
MZ1W2S (2) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles
MZ2W2S (4) 12”x6”x2.5” pans, with or without handles

See individual specification sheets for full details.

MC212S-2DD

MC125

MCE2W2H

MC3W2H

Form MOD_1110

Small space. Big Impact.

Modular Food Holding Guide*

Product Temperature Max. Recommended With Humidity
°F / °C Hold Time (min.) (water layer under trivet)

Hamburger Patties 175 / 79 30 No
Crab Legs / Shrimp 160 / 71 45 Yes
Macaroni & Cheese 175 / 79 120 No
Baked Beans / Chili 180 / 82 120 No
Omelets 175 / 79 45 Yes
Egg Bake / Quiche 165 / 74 120 No
Hash Brown Potatoes 180 / 82 120 No
Sausage Patties 180 / 82 60 No
Biscuits (btm heat only; no lids) 165 / 74 30 No
Tortillas, Soft 180 / 82 60 No
Croissants 170 / 77 45 No
French Toast 165 / 74 60 No
Pancakes 180 / 82 30 No
Scrambled Eggs 180 / 82 60 No
Hot Dogs 180 / 82 180 Yes
Lasagna 170 / 77 60 No
Pasta 175 / 79 60 No
Rice 175 / 79 30 No
Vegetables 175 / 79 45 No
Bacon, Crisp (top & btm heat; no lids) 180 / 82 30 No
Bacon, Canadian 180 / 82 30 Yes
Nacho Cheese 165 / 74 240 No
Cut Green Beans / Mixed Vegetables 160 / 71 240 No
Chops, Sliced Meats 160 / 71 60 Yes
Chicken, Fried (top & btm heat; no lids) 170 / 77 30 No
Chicken, Boneless Breasts 175 / 79 60 Yes
Chicken Breasts, Grilled 170 / 77 150 Yes
Chicken Nuggets
Chicken, Pre-cooked Boneless Patties 150 / 66 90 Yes
Fish, Fried (top & btm heat; no lids) 170 / 77 30 No
Fish, Baked or Broiled 155 / 68 45 Yes
Pork Loin Roast, Whole 180 / 82 180 Yes
Ribs, In Sauce 175 / 79 90 No
Paella 180 / 82 60 No
Gravies, Sauces 170 / 77 45 No
Soups 185 / 85 90 No
Poppers, Fried (top & btm heat; no lids) 190 / 88 25 No

*NOTE: Times and temperatures observed in a test kitchen environment. Times & temperatures may vary, depending on initial food quality, initial
cooked temperature and user expectations of acceptable quality. Holding times/temps for products with bottom heat and lids, unless otherwise noted.

(top & btm heat; no lids)

190 / 88 25 No

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