Star 3WLA-BQF Service Manual

3 1/2 QUART

WARMERS

MODEL

3W SERIES

Installation and

Operation

Instructions

2M-Y8316 Rev. M 6/10/2013

3WLA-P

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important operating and maintenance instructions in the manual
accompanying the appliance.

RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

NOTICE

Using any part other than genuine Star factory supplied parts relieves the
manufacturer of all liability.

Star reserves the right to change specications and product design without

notice. Such revisions do not entitle the buyer to corresponding changes,
improvements, additions or replacements for previously purchased
equipment.

Due to periodic changes in designs, methods, procedures, policies and

regulations, the specications contained in this sheet are subject to change
without notice. While Star International Holdings Inc., Company exercises
good faith efforts to provide information that is accurate, we are not

responsible for errors or omissions in information provided or conclusions

reached as a result of using the specications. By using the information
provided, the user assumes all risks in connection with such use.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Contact your local authorized service agent for service or required maintenance.
Please record the model number, serial number, voltage and purchase date in the area below and have it ready when

you call to ensure a faster service.

SAFETY SYMBOL

Model No.

Serial No.

Voltage

Purchase Date

Business 8:00 am to 4:30 p.m. Central Standard Time
Hours:

Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

E-mail [e-mail]

[e-mail]

[e-mail]

Website: www.star-mfg.com

Service Help Desk

Authorized Service Agent Listing

Reference the listing provided with the unit

or
for an updated listing go to:

Website: www.star-mfg.com
E-mail [e-mail]

Mailing Address: Star International Holdings Inc., Company

10 Sunnen Drive
St. Louis, MO 63143
U.S.A

Depth

Width

Height

IL2482

Specications

Model Capacity

3WLA-4H 4.125 Qtz

3WLA-B 3.5 Qtz 120V 50/60 530 4.4 10.5” 9” 15.5” 10.5lbs

3WLA-BQC 4.125” 120V 50/60 530 4.4 10.5” 9” 12.75” 11lbs

3WLA-BQCD 4.125” 120V 50/60 530 4.4 10.5” 9” 12.75” 11lbs

3WLA-BQF 4.125” 120V 50/60 530 4.4 10.5” 9” 12.75” 11lbs
3WLA-BQN 4.125” 120V 50/60 530 4.4 10.5” 9” 12.75” 11lbs
3WLA-BQR 3.5 Qtz 120V 50/60 530 4.4 10.5” 9” 11.75” 11lbs

3WLA-FP 3.5 Qtz 120V 50/60 530 4.4 10.5” 9” 15.5” 10.5lbs
3WLA-HS 3.5 Qtz 240V 50/60 501 2.2 10.5” 9” 15.5” 11lbs

3WLA-NHS 3.5 Qtz 120V 50/60 545 4.5 10.5” 9” 15.5” 11lbs

3WLA-NP 3.5 Qtz 120V 50/60 530 4.4 10.5” 9” 15.5” 10.5lbs

3WLA-P 3.5 Qtz 240V 50/60 487 2.1 10.5” 9” 15.5” 10.5lbs

3WLA-W 3.5 Qtz

3WLS-B 3.5 Qtz 240V 50/60 487 2.1 10.5” 9” 15.5” 10.5lbs

3WSA-4H 4.125 Qtz

3WSA-B 3.5 Qtz 240V 50/60 460 2 10.5” 9” 15.5” 10.5lbs

3WSA-HS 3.5 Qtz

3WSA-P 3.5 Qtz

3WSA-W 3.5 Qtz

Voltage Hz Watts Amps Depth Width Height

120V
240V 487 2.1

120V
240V 487 2.1 11lbs

120V
240V 460 2

120V
240V 473 2.1
120V
240V 460 2
120V
240V 460 2

Electrical Dimensions

50/60

50/60

50/60

50/60

50/60

50/60

530 4.4

530 4.4

500 4.2

515 4.3

500 4.3

500 4.2

11” 9” 11.75” 11lbs

10.5” 9” 12.75”

11” 9” 11.75” 11lbs

10.5” 9” 15.5” 11lbs

10.5” 9” 15.5” 10.5lbs

10.5” 9” 12.75” 10.5lbs

Weight

10.5lbs

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CAUTION

WARNING

This equipment is designed and sold for commercial use only by personnel trained and experienced
in its operation and is not sold for consumer use in and around the home nor for use directly by the
general public in food service locations.

Before using your new equipment, read and understand all the instructions & labels associated with
the unit prior to putting it into operation. Make sure all people associated with its use understand the
units operation & safety before they use the unit.

All shipping containers should be checked for freight damage both visible and concealed. This unit
has been tested and carefully packaged to insure delivery of your unit in perfect condition. If equip­ment is received in damaged condition, either apparent or concealed, a claim must be made with the
delivering carrier.

Concealed damage or loss - if damage or loss is not apparent until after equipment is unpacked, a

5 days. Be certain to

request for inspection of concealed damage must be made with carrier within
retain all contents plus external and internal packaging materials for inspection. The carrier will make
an inspection and will supply necessary claim forms.

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INSTALLATION

These food warmers are equipped for the voltage and wattage indicated on the nameplate mounted
to the bottom panel and are designed for use on alternating current (AC) only.

DO NOT CONNECT TO DIRECT CURRENT (DC).
GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

These warmers are designed to use a 3-1/2 quart capacity stainless steel bowl ("SSB") or with 4-1/8
quart insets (SSB-4 or SSB-4H) or a #10 can.

Follow these simple steps for setting up the warmer:

Fill the warmer bowl with one and a third quarts of hot water.

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2. Place spacer into bowl.
NOTE: Use 11/16" high spacer for the pump model. Use 1" high spacer (tips up) for SSB-4 or
SSB-4H inset. Use 1" high spacer (tips down) for Polar Ware insets (SSB).

3. Turn warmer on.

4. Place bowl or can with food product into the water bowl.

5. On pump model, pre-heat fudge or cheese before inserting pump.
Pump will not function if fudge or cheese is too thick.

6. Place lid over inset, or close cover on hinged inset, or place pump into fudge or cheese.
After placing pump turn it to engage into the heated spout.

7. Because the consistency of different foods varies, and because liquids and solids absorb heat at
different rates, it is impractical to specify an exact dial setting. However, at the point between

 gures"3"and"4"thetemperatureisapproximately145
 fudge.Whenthedialissetatthegure"5"thetemperatureisapproximately170

holding temperature for cheese sauce. After pre-heating, set the thermostat to the desired
temperature.

8. Turn the control knob to the extreme left position "LOW" when not in use.

9. Do not keep unit on high heat for more than 45 minutes, as the food product may become
overheated.

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F, the proper holding temperature for

o

F, a good

CAUTION

DO NOT TOUCH THE HEATED SPOUT WITHOUT HEAT INSULATING MITTENS
OR OTHER MEANS OF BURN PREVENTION.

DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT WATER. CHECK WATER LEVEL
FREQUENTLY.

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