Hatco IRNG-PC1-18 Installation Manual

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Cuisinière à induction

Installation and Operating Manual

Manuel d’installation et d’utilisation

Induction Range

IRNG Series/Série

Do not operate this equipment unless you
have read and understood the contents
of this manual! Failure to follow the
instructions contained in this manual
may result in serious injury or death.
This manual contains important safety
information concerning the maintenance,
use, and operation of this product. If
you’re unable to understand the contents
of this manual, please bring it to the
attention of your supervisor. Keep this
manual in a safe location for future
reference.

P/N 07.04.762.00 © 2016 Hatco Corporation

English = p 2

No opere este equipo al menos que haya
leído y comprendido el contenido de este
manual! Cualquier falla en el seguimiento
de las instrucciones contenidas en
este manual puede resultar en un serio
lesión o muerte. Este manual contiene
importante información sobre seguridad
concerniente al mantenimiento, uso y
operación de este producto. Si usted
no puede entender el contenido de
este manual por favor pregunte a su
supervisor. Almacenar este manual en
una localización segura para la referencia
futura.

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lu et compris le contenu de ce manuel ! Le
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CONTENTS

WARNING

CAUTION

English

Important Owner Information .............................................. 2

Introduction ...........................................................................2

Important Safety Information .............................................. 3

Model Description ................................................................4

Model Designation ...............................................................4

Specifications ....................................................................... 5

Plug Configurations ............................................................. 5

Electrical Rating Chart ......................................................... 5

Dimensions ......................................................................... 5

Installation .............................................................................6

General ................................................................................ 6

IMPORTANT OWNER INFORMATION

Record the model number, serial number, voltage, and
purchase date of your strip heater in the spaces below
(specification label located on the underside of the unit). Please
have this information available when calling Hatco for service
assistance.

Model No. ________________________________________

Serial No. _________________________________________

Voltage ___________________________________________

Date of Purchase ___________________________________

Register your unit!

Completing online warranty registration will prevent delay in
obtaining warranty coverage. Access the Hatco website at
www.hatcocorp.com, select the Parts & Service pull-down
menu, and click on “Warranty Registration”.

Operation ...............................................................................7

General ................................................................................ 7

Changing Cooking Mode ..................................................... 8

Using the Timer ...................................................................8

Maintenance .......................................................................... 9

General ................................................................................ 9

Daily Cleaning .....................................................................9

Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................10

Limited Warranty ................................................................ 11

Business
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(Summer Hours: June to September—
7:00 am to 5:00 pm CST Monday–Thursday
7:00 am to 4:00 pm CST Friday)

Telephone: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

24 Hour 7 Day Parts and Service
Assistance available in the United States
and Canada by calling 800-558-0607.

Additional information can be found by visiting our web site at
www.hatcocorp.com.

This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.

INTRODUCTION

Hatco Induction Ranges offer a safe, quick, efficient, and
attractive way to prepare foods in commercial kitchens as
well as display cooking locations (omelet bars, buffets, etc...).
The high efficiency, accuracy, and speed of induction cooking
make Hatco Induction Ranges the perfect choice for quality
foodservice organizations.

Induction cooking relies on the creation of a magnetic field
between the induction coils below the glass surface of the
unit and an “induction-ready” pan sitting on top of the glass
surface. This magnetic field generates induction currents in
the base of the pan, which heat the pan instantly. That heat
then is transferred to the pan contents. Since the magnetic field
exists only between the induction coils and a magnetic material
(ferrous material), the glass surface between the two does not
become heated, eliminating heat loss and increasing efficiency.
When the magnetic field is “broken” by turning off the unit or
removing the pan, heat generation stops instantly.

Hatco Induction Ranges are products of extensive research and
field testing. The materials used were selected for maximum
durability, attractive appearance, and optimum performance.
Every unit is inspected and tested thoroughly prior to shipment.

This manual provides the installation, safety, and operating
instructions for Hatco Induction Ranges. Hatco recommends
all installation, operating, and safety instructions appearing in
this manual be read prior to installation or operation of a unit.

Safety information that appears in this manual is identified by
the following signal word panels:

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal
injury.

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WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Read the following important safety information before using this equipment to avoid serious
injury or death and to avoid damage to equipment or property.

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD:

• Plug unit into a properly grounded electrical receptacle
of the correct voltage, size, and plug configuration. If
plug and receptacle do not match, contact a qualified
electrician to determine and install proper voltage and
size electrical receptacle.

• Turn OFF power switch, unplug power cord, and
allow unit to cool before performing any cleaning,
adjustments, or maintenance.

• DO NOT submerge or saturate with water. Do not allow
liquids to spill into unit. Unit is not waterproof. Do not
operate if unit has been submerged or saturated with
water.

• Unit is not weatherproof. Locate unit indoors where
ambient air temperature is a minimum of 70°F (21°C).

• Do not steam clean or use excessive water on the unit.

• This unit is not “jet-proof” construction. Do not use
jet-clean spray to clean this unit.

• Do not clean unit when it is energized or hot.

• Do not pull unit by power cord.

• Discontinue use if power cord is frayed or worn.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace a damaged power
cord. Cord must be replaced by an Authorized Hatco
Service Agent or a person with similar qualifications.

• This unit must be serviced by qualified personnel only.
Service by unqualified personnel may lead to electric
shock or burn.

• Use only Genuine Hatco Replacement Parts when
service is required. Failure to use Genuine Hatco
Replacement Parts will void all warranties and may
subject operators of the equipment to hazardous
electrical voltage, resulting in electrical shock or burn.
Genuine Hatco Replacement Parts are specified to
operate safely in the environments in which they are
used. Some after-market or generic replacement parts
do not have the characteristics that will allow them to
operate safely in Hatco equipment.

FIRE HAZARD:

• Locate unit a minimum of 2″ (51 mm) from combustible

walls and materials. If safe distances are not
maintained, discoloration or combustion could occur.

• Do not obstruct air ventilation openings on bottom of
unit. Unit combustion or malfunction may occur.

• Do not place unit near or underneath curtains or other
combustible materials. Items near or above unit could
catch fire causing injury and/or damage to unit.

EXPLOSION HAZARD: Do not heat unopened containers
of food on unit. Sealed, heated containers may burst open.

ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE HAZARD: This
unit generates close-range electromagnetic fields. It has
been designed to meet the applicable standards for non­interference with other electronic devices. Make sure other
electronic devices in the vicinity, including pacemakers
and other active implants, have been designed to meet
their corresponding applicable standards. As a precaution,

do not operate unit or come within 12ʺ (305 mm) of unit

with a pacemaker or other active implant.
This unit is not intended for use by children or persons

with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities.
Ensure proper supervision of children and keep them away
from unit.

Make sure all operators have been instructed on the safe
and proper use of the unit.

This unit has no “user-serviceable” parts. If service
is required on this unit, contact an Authorized Hatco
Service Agent or contact the Hatco Service Department at
800-558-0607 or 414-671-6350.

BURN HAZARD:

• Do not leave metal objects or utensils on or near
induction range. They may become hot.

• Use caution when wearing rings, watches, or other
ferrous objects around induction range. They may
become hot.

• Some exterior surfaces on unit will get hot. Use caution
when touching these areas.

Do not block or restrict air flow to air intake or exhaust
openings on bottom of unit.

Do not store anything on top of unit.
Locate unit at proper counter height in an area that is

convenient for use. Location should be level to prevent
unit or its contents from falling accidentally and strong
enough to support weight of unit and contents.

NOTICE

Plug unit into a dedicated, 15 A circuit. Do not use multiple
appliances on same circuit.

Never use aluminum foil on induction range. Aluminum foil
will melt and damage unit.

Do not place objects with magnetic properties (credit cards,
cassette tapes, etc...) on or near unit during operation.

Use only wipes, pads, and cleaners designed specifically
for cleaning ceramic glass surfaces.

Use non-abrasive cleaners and cloths only. Abrasive
cleaners and cloths could scratch finish of unit, marring its
appearance and making it susceptible to soil accumulation.

This unit is intended for commercial use only—NOT for
household use.

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MODEL DESCRIPTION

Glass

Cooking

Surface

Timer

Button

Menu

Button

Power/Control
Knob

Control
Display

I R N G - P C 1 - X X

Induction

Unit Wattage
14 = 1440 W
18 = 1800 W

Single Coil

Professional

Range

Countertop

All Models

Hatco IRNG Series Induction Ranges models are portable,
countertop induction ranges. They are equipped with a single
induction coil underneath a ceramic glass cooking surface.
Each model features a glass touch control panel with a Menu
Button, a Timer Button, a Control Knob, and a control display.

All Induction Ranges include an attached 72″ (1829 mm) power

cord with plug.

NOTE: Refer to “Pan Specifications” in the OPERATION section

of this manual for details on “induction-ready” pans,
pans not suitable for induction cooking, and pan sizes.

Hatco IRNG Series Induction Ranges have several safeguards
built in to each unit that ensure protection to the unit as well as
the operators.

• A cross-flow fan ventilation system ensures that the
electronic circuits in the unit do no overheat. Temperature
probes monitor the electronic circuits and will signal the
unit to shut down if the circuits get too hot.

• A temperature probe in the cooking zone monitors the
zone temperature. This probe detects overheating in the
cooking zone due to an empty pan.

• Electronic circuitry in the cooking zone detects when a
small, ferrous object (such as a fork, spoon, or ring) is
placed on the unit, and the unit will not operate.

English

IRNG Series

MODEL DESIGNATION

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NEMA 5-15P

A

C

B

E

D

Front View

Side View

Top View

SPECIFICATIONS

Plug Configuration

Units are supplied from the factory with an electrical cord and
plug installed. Plugs are supplied according to the application.

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD: Plug unit into a properly
grounded electrical receptacle of the correct voltage,
size, and plug configuration. If plug and receptacle do not
match, contact a qualified electrician to determine and
install proper voltage and size electrical receptacle.

NOTE: The specification label is located on the bottom of the

unit. See label for serial number and verification of unit
electrical information.

NOTE: Receptacle not supplied by Hatco. All units must be

connected to a dedicated 15 A circuit.

Plug Configuration

Electrical Rating Chart

Model Voltage Watts Amps Plug Configuration Shipping Weight

IRNG-PC1-14 120 1440 12 NEMA 5-15P 17 lbs. (8 kg)

IRNG-PC1-18 120 1800 15 NEMA 5-15P 17 lbs. (8 kg)

NOTE: Shipping weight includes packaging.

Dimensions

Model Width (A) Depth (B) Height (C) Footprint Width (D) Footprint Depth (E)

IRNG-PC1-14 13ʺ (330 mm) 17ʺ (431 mm) 3-7/16ʺ (86 mm) 12ʺ (304 mm) 13-3/8ʺ (339 mm)

IRNG-PC1-18 13ʺ (330 mm) 17ʺ (431 mm) 3-7/16ʺ (86 mm) 12ʺ (304 mm) 13-3/8ʺ (339 mm)

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INSTALLATION

WARNING

CAUTION

English

General

Induction Ranges are shipped completely assembled and
ready for use. Care should be taken when unpacking the
shipping carton to avoid damage to the unit and components
enclosed.

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD: Unit is not weatherproof.
Locate unit indoors where ambient air temperature is a
minimum of 70°F (21°C).

FIRE HAZARD:

• Locate unit a minimum of 2″ (51 mm) from combustible

walls and materials. If safe distances are not
maintained, discoloration or combustion could occur.

• Do not obstruct air ventilation openings on bottom of
unit. Unit combustion or malfunction may occur.

• Do not place unit near or underneath curtains or other
combustible materials. Items near or above unit could
catch fire causing injury and/or damage to unit.

Do not block or restrict air flow to air intake or exhaust
openings on bottom of unit.

Locate unit at proper counter height in an area that is
convenient for use. Location should be level to prevent
unit or its contents from falling accidentally and strong
enough to support weight of unit and contents.

1. Remove the unit from the carton.

2. Remove tape and protective packaging from all surfaces
of the unit.

NOTE: To prevent delay in obtaining warranty coverage,

complete online warranty registration. See

IMPORTANT OWNER INFORMATION for details.

3. Place the unit in the desired location. Make sure the
location:

• is at the proper counter height, level, and made of non-

combustible material.

• is strong enough to support the unit and its contents.

• provides a minimum of 2″ (51 mm) clearance from

combustible materials.

• is large enough for all four feet of the unit to be positioned

securely on the countertop.

4. Install the unit on the countertop.

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CAUTION

Timer

Button

Control Display
(showing Welcome Screen)

Control
Knob

Menu

Button

OPERATION

General

Use the following information and procedures to operate a
Hatco Induction Range. NOTICE: Do not move unit during

operation.

WARNING

Read all safety messages in the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION section before operating this equipment.

BURN HAZARD:

• Do not leave metal objects or utensils on or near
induction range. They may become hot.

• Use caution when wearing rings, watches, or other
ferrous objects around induction range. They may
become hot.

• Some exterior surfaces on unit will get hot. Use caution
when touching these areas.

Pan Specifications

Pans used with an Induction Range must meet the following
specifications:

• Made of material with magnetic properties (ferrous

material)

- Enameled Steel Pans

- Cast Iron Pans

- Stainless Steel Pans

- Aluminum Pans w/ferrous base

• Proper size (measurements given are the pan bottom

diameter)

- Minimum = 4" (102 mm), Maximum = 13″ (330 mm)

• Flat bottom

The following pans cannot be used with an Induction Range:

• Glass Pans

• Aluminum Pans without a ferrous base

• Earthenware Pans

• Ceramic Pans

• Copper Pans

NOTE: The Induction Range

automatically detects if a pan
is induction-ready. If a pan
is placed on the unit that is
not induction-ready, a pan
icon with the message “Non­Compatible” will appear on the
Control Display, and the unit will not operate.

Startup

1. Before turning on the unit each day, clean the glass cooking
surface using an appropriate cleaning wipe, damp paper
towel, or a damp cloth. CAUTION! Wipe up all spills and

splashes immediately. Make sure unit is dry before
using. Do not allow liquid to run into air inlet filter on
bottom of unit.

NOTE: The unit can be turned off at any time by pushing the

Control Knob.

NOTE: The cooling fan in the unit will not start until the unit gets

hot. Once the fan turns on, it will run until the unit cools.

2. Plug the unit into a properly grounded, 15 A electrical
receptacle of the correct voltage, size, and plug
configuration. See the SPECIFICATIONS section for
details.

• A Welcome Screen will appear on the Control Display for

a few seconds (see illustration at bottom of page), then
the display will go blank.

3. Place an induction-ready pan on the unit. The Induction
Range will not operate without a pan centered inside the
cooking zone pattern on the glass cooking surface.

4. Push the Control Knob to start the
Induction Range.

• The blue Power Screen appears

showing a bar graph and a
percentage of power setting.
The Induction Range is now
operating in Power Mode. See
“Changing Cooking Mode” for information on cooking in
Temperature Mode.

NOTE: The pan icon in the upper left corner of the screen will

flash when no pan is on the glass cooking surface. The
icon will remain solid when a compatible pan is on the
cooking surface.

5. Turn the control knob to adjust the Power setting to the
desired percentage.

• Turn the control knob clockwise to increase the setting.

Turn the control knob counterclockwise to decrease the
setting.

• Most cooking in Power Mode will be done at a setting of

50% or less. Start with a lower setting because the unit
gets hot quickly. Make adjustments as necessary.

NOTE: Heat generation will stop automatically whenever a pan

is removed from the glass cooking surface. The unit will
hold the current setting for three minutes. If the pan is
placed back on the unit within the three minutes, the
unit will resume cooking at the current setting. After
three minutes, the Control Display will go blank and the
unit will shut off.

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IRNG Series Control Panel

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OPERATION

English

Shutdown

1. Push the control knob to turn off the Induction Range, the
Control Display will go blank.

NOTE: Heat generation will stop automatically whenever a pan

is removed from the glass cooking surface.

Changing Cooking Mode

Two cooking modes are available on the Induction Range:
Power Mode and Temperature Mode. To change cooking mode:

1. Touch the Button on the control panel to toggle through
the cooking modes. The screens appear in the order shown
below (ignore the white Passcode Screen that appears—
for service).

Temperature Mode Screen Power Mode Screen

2. Turn the control knob to adjust the setting on the desired
screen.

• Turn the control knob clockwise to increase the setting.

Turn the control knob counterclockwise to decrease the
setting.

NOTE: Settings in Power Mode do not correspond to the

temperature setting in Temperature Mode.

General Setting Information

Hatco recommends adjusting the Power or Temperature
settings up or down while cooking to find the best setting for
a particular pan, amount of food, and heating desired. Once a
good setting has been determined, use this setting in the future
for cooking similar batches of the same size, in the same pan.

Power Mode Information

Power Mode supplies a continuous amount of heat to the
pan, similar to the operation of a gas or electric burner. The
Power setting is based on the amount of heat wanted in the
pan. Observe the cooking of the food in the pan and make
adjustments to the Power setting as necessary.

Temperature Mode Information

Temperature Mode regulates power to the pan on and off to
maintain the Temperature setting entered on the Temperature
Mode screen (Fahrenheit or Celsius). Power is controlled
automatically by the internal computer. The temperature setting
is approximate. The actual temperature of the food in the pan
will depend on the type and size of the pan as well as the type
and amount of food that is in the pan.

Using the Timer

A timer is available on the Induction Range for precision cooking.

1. Touch the Button on the control
panel to access the Timer Screen.
The unit of measure on the Timer
Screen will correspond with the
active cooking mode—Power or
Temperature (°F or °C).

• A split Timer screen will appear.

The top of the screen shows the timer highlighted by a
white outline, and the bottom of the screen shows the
Power/Temperature setting.

2. Set the timer by turning the control knob within three
seconds.

• After the timer is set, the white outline drops to outline

the Power/Temperature setting.

3. Adjust the Power/Temperature by turning the control knob.

• When the timer reaches zero, the timer flashes between

“DONE” and “0:00:00”. The Power/Temperature setting
drops to “0” or 68°F (19°C), depending on the mode in
which the unit is operating.

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