Carter-Hoffmann BB40, BB48, BB60, BB72, BB64 OWNERS / OPERATORS MANUAL

HEATED BANQUET AND TRANSPORT CARTS

with FH90 HEATING SYSTEM

OWNERS / OPERATORS MANUAL

MODELS:

HEATED BANQUET

CARTS

(for plated banquet meals)

BB40
BB48
BB60
BB72
BB64
BB90

BB96
BB100
BB120
BB150

BB200D

BB96X

BB120X
BB150X

BB96XX
BB120XX
BB150XX

BB96E
BB120E
BB150E
BB1824
BB1848
BB1864
BB1000
BB1200

MODELS:

HEAT ED TRANSPORT

CARTS

(for bulk food or

compartment trays)

PH1215
PH1225
PH1250
PH1800
PH1825
PH1850

PH185

PH181
PH1810
PH1830
PH1860

ST181
ST1811
PH1410
PH1420
PH1430

FH90

Heating System

MANUFACTURED BY:

CARTER-HOFFMANN

1551 McCormick Avenue

Mundelein, IL 60060 U.S.A.

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Toll Free: 800-323-9793

Email: [e-mail]

ST1811

Transport Cart

BB96

Banquet Cart

TABLE OF CONTENTS

UNPACKING, INSPECTION & FREIGHT DAMAGE…………………. 2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS……………………………………………….. 3
INSTALLATION & STARTUP…………………………………………… 4
OPERATION……………………………………………………………… 5
THERMOMETER & THERMOSTAT CALIBRATION………………… 6
FOOD HOLDING GUIDE……………………………………………….. 7
DAILY CLEANING PROCEDURES...………………..………………... 8
MAINTENANCE ……………………………………………………….…. 9
REPLACEMENT PARTS & WIRING DIAGRAMS……………………. 9-10
WARRANTY STATEMENT……….……………….……………………. 11

Part Number: 18400-3022b Printed in The United States of America Rev: KBA081909

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

This appliance
should be
thoroughly

cleaned prior to use.
See the CLEANING

INSTRUCTIONS in
this manual.

NOTE: DO NOT discard
the carton or other
packing materials until
you have inspected the
appliance for hidden
damage and checked it
for proper operation.

1. Remove the cabinet from shipping carton, ensuring that all pack­ing materials and protective plastic has been removed from the
unit.

2. Inspect all components for completeness and condition.

3. If any freight damage is present, a freight claim must be filed im­mediately with the shipping company.

4. Freight damage is not covered under warranty.

5. Check to insure all components are included: cabinet, instruction
packet and additional accessories.

6. Read operation instructions completely.

7. Appliance should be thoroughly cleaned before use. See
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS in this manual.

Refer to SHIPPING

DAMAGE CLAIM
PROCEDURE on

bottom of this page.

FREIGHT DAMAGE PROCEDURE

NOTE: For your protection, please note that equipment in this shipment was carefully inspected

and packaged by skilled personnel before leaving the factory. Upon acceptance of this shipment,
the transportation company assumes full responsibility for its safe delivery.

IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:

1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain that any visible loss or damage is noted on the freight
bill or express receipt, and that the note of loss or damage is signed by the delivery person.

2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY: Regardless of the extent of damage. Contact
your dealer immediately.

3. CONCEALED DAMAGE: If damage is unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked, notify the
transportation company or carrier immediately, and then file a “CONCEALED DAMAGE” claim
with them. This should be done within fifteen (15) days from the date the delivery was made to
you. Be sure to retain the container for inspection.

Carter-Hoffmann cannot assume liability for damage or loss incurred in transit, freight damage is
not covered under warranty. We will, however, at your request, supply you with the necessary
documents to support your claim.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

WARNING

All service requiring access to non-insulated components must be performed by
qualified service personnel. Failure to heed this warning may result in severe
electric shock.

CAUTION: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

Disconnect this appliance from electrical power before performing any
maintenance or service.

CAUTION: BURN HAZARD

Exposed metal surfaces can be hot to the touch and may cause burns.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

1) Be familiar with the appliance use, limitations and associated restrictions. Operating instructions must
be read and understood by all persons using or installing this appliance.

2) This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outle t.

3) Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in the manual.
a. This equipment is specifically designed to hold pre-cooked food at temperature.
b.
c. This equipment is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

4) Cleanliness of this appliance and its accessories is essential to good sanitation.

This equipment is intended for use in commercial establishments only.

5) DO NOT submerge this appliance in water. This appliance is not jet stream approved. DO NOT direct
water jet or steam jet at this appliance, or at any control panel or wiring. DO NOT splash or pour
water on, in or over any controls, control panel or wiring. DO NOT use corrosive chemicals or vapors
in this appliance.

6) DO NOT store this appliance outdoors. DO NOT use this product near water – for example,
near a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

7) DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has

been damaged or dropped. Do not immerse cord or plug in water, keep cord away from heated
surfaces, and do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter.

8) DO NOT cover or block any openings on the appliance.

9) Only qualified service personnel should service this appliance.

NOTE: The technical content of this manual, including any wiring diagrams, schematics, parts br eakdown

illustrations and/or adjustment procedures, is intended for use by qualified technical personnel and is
subject to change without notice.

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INSTALLATION AND STARTUP

WARNING:

Risk of personal injury

Installation procedures must be
performed by a qualified technician
with full knowledge of all applicable
electrical codes. Failure could
result in personal injury and proper­ty damage.

IMPORTANT:

Power cord is 10' long

If necessary, contact a licensed
electrician to install an appropriate
15 amp electrical circuit with correct
NEMA receptacle.

DO NOT use an extension cord.

CAUTION:

Electrical Shock Hazard

The ground prong of the power

cord is part of a system designed to
protect you from electric shock in
the event of internal damage.

DO NOT cut off the large round
ground prong or twist a blade to fit
an existing receptacle.

IMPORTANT:
Not under warranty

Damage to unit due to being
connected to the wrong voltage or
phase is NOT covered by warranty.

WARNING:

Risk of personal injury

Unit is not waterproof, to avoid
electrical shock, keep unit from be­ing submerged in water. Do not
operate if unit has been in contact
with water.

LOCATION

For proper operation and maximum performance, locate the
unit in an ambient air temperature of 70ºF (21ºC).

Avoid placement in areas near exhaust fans or where there
are active air movements.

For safe operation and maximum performance, locate the
unit at least 2” from any wall or combustible material.

Unit must be on a solid level surface.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding
wire with a grounding plug which must be plugged into an
outlet that is properly installed and grounded. In the event of
an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of elec­tric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current.

WARNING—Improper use of the grounding can result in
a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or

service agent if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.

START UP

1. Prior to use, thoroughly clean the interior of the unit, per
the instructions in this manual (see page 8). Familiarize
yourself with the controls.

2. Plug the power cord of the cabinet into a grounded outlet
with a electrical service according to the electrical infor­mation provided below. DO NOT MODIFY CORD PLUG.

3. Turn temperature dial to highest setting (210°F).

4. Do not load product into the cabinet. Allow the heat to
remove any residual oils which may adhere to inside met­al surfaces. A slight emission of smoke is common dur­ing the first few hours of operation.

Electrical Info for Standard US systems

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