Porter & Charles 30 inch warming drawer User Manual

Congratulations on the purchase of your Porter & Charles appliance.
We are sure it will provide many years of great cooking experience.
You may find that it has different features and characteristics to your last

appliance.
It is essential you read this operation manual thoroughly to fully

understand all of the various functions and operations. Experiment with
your cooking and take advantage of the features your new appliance offers.

This manual should be retained for future reference. Should ownership of
the appliance be transferred, please ensure that the manual is also passed
onto the new owner.

Contents

A - Installation check and warnings Page 3
B - Using the appliance for the first time Page 4
C- Control panel Page 4
D- Cleaning and maintenance Page 5-6
E- Trouble shooting guide Page 6
F- Installation instructions and measurements Page 7-10
H- Electrical instructions Page 11
I- Warranty Page 12

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A - Installation check and warnings

IMPORTANT:
Please ensure that the oven cavity, venting and wiring is as specified in the relevant
section J/K of this manual.

A licensed electrician with relevant qualifications must perform electrical work when installing or
servicing the appliance. The supply cable and fuse rating must be suitable for the appliance. You
must never repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the
operation manual.

Ventilation opening must not be covered or obstructed in any way.
DO NOT use aluminum foil on the base of drawer
The use of foil on the base of the drawer to avoid spillage and improve cleaning is not

recommended. The bottom element is concealed under the base of the drawer (not exposed).
Foil or dishes with reflective qualities must never be placed on the base of the drawer during
cooking as the concentration of direct and reflected heat will damage the st/steel surface.

Damage resulting from such use is not covered under the provisions of the warranty.

Initial heat up

Some smoke and smell may be noticed during the initial heat up cycle. This should quickly
dissipate.

If abnormal levels of smoke are observed (i.e.: it is not food that is burning), have the appliance
thoroughly checked.

Don’t use the appliance as a space heater

The appliance must never be used for warming or heating the surrounding room. Combustible
materials must never be placed on or near the appliance.

Do not leave children alone

Children must not be left unsupervised in the area where the appliance is in use. Children must
never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance.

Wear proper apparel when using the appliance

Loose fitting, hanging or highly flammable garments (such as synthetics) should never be worn
while using the appliance.

Use only dry pot holders

Moist or damp pot holders on hot surfaces may result in burns from steam. Do not allow pot
holder to touch hot heating elements. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth when handling hot
cooking utensils in the appliance.

Oven compartments must never be used for storage

Items, particularly flammable materials, must never be stored in an oven or near surface units.

Do not use water on grease fires

Fires or flame should be smothered using flameproof material or extinguished using a dry
chemical or other suitable fire retardant.

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B - Using the appliance for the first time

After installation remove all notification labels (not identification or warning labels) and packaging
materials. After cleaning make sure cleaned surfaces are thoroughly rinsed a nd wiped dry using a
clean, soft cloth.

Power on
Burning in

Before using the appliance an initial pre-heating is required to burn off the fine oil film used to
protect the elements for shipping. The first time you heat up the drawer the oil will be given off as
smoke, which is perfectly normal.

Select the temperature to the highest, leave for approximately 5 minutes.

C - Control panel

Pilot lamp Thermostat
Indicates elements are

energised, will turn off when temperature is reached,
then on again each time the thermostat indicates
more heat is needed

The thermostat is working between 30 to 75°c

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