Vollrath 40700 Operator’s Manual

®

Cayenne

Before operating this equipment, read and familiarize yourself with the
safety and operating instructions in this manual. Failure to follow these
could injure you and others or damage the equipment.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and understand
their meaning. This manual contains safety precautions which are
explained below. Please read carefully.

WARNING

Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can
cause severe personal injury or death.

Cheese Melter/Warmer Oven

Operator’s Manual

CAUTION

Caution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can
cause minor or major personal injury if the caution is ignored.

NOTICE: Notice is used to note information that is important but not

hazard-related.

To reduce the risk of injury or damage to the equipment:

• Use only grounded electrical outlets matching the nameplate rated
voltage.

• Have equipment installed by a qualified personnel in accordance
with local codes and ordinances.

• Use equipment in a flat, level position.

• Do not use an extension cord with this equipment. Do not plug this
equipment into a power strip or multi-outlet power cord.

• Unplug, turn off and let equipment cool before cleaning or moving.

• Do not spray controls or outside of equipment with liquids or
cleaning agents.

• Do not clean the equipment with steel wool.

• Keep equipment and power cord away from open flames, electric
burners or excessive heat.

• Do not operate unattended.

• Do not operate equipment in public areas and/or around children.

• The equipment may be hot, even though the pilot light is not
illuminated.

• Do not operate the equipment if it is damaged or is malfunctioning in
any way.

Item

Model

No.

40700 SAA8003

No.

Description Voltage Watts Amps Plug

Cheese Melter/
Warmer Oven

208-240 2100-2800 10.1-11.7

FUNCTION AND PURPOSE

This equipment is intended to be used for browning, cheese melting
and other grilling operations. It is not intended for household, industrial
or laboratory use.

Contents

Installation ............................................................................ page 2

Features and Controls ........................................................... page 2

Before First Use .................................................................... page 2

Operation .............................................................................. page 3

Cleaning ................................................................................ page 3

Troubleshooting ................................................................... page 3

NEMA
6-15P

WARNING

Fire, Injury, Death Hazard

Correct precautions, procedures and regulations for usage
must be followed. Operation and safety training is necessary
for all users of this equipment.

Please register your product at Vollrath.com

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INSTALLATION

WARNING

Fire, Injury, Death Hazard

This equipment must installed by a qualified installer in
accordance with all federal, state and local codes. Failure to
install this equipment properly can result in injury or death.

Unpack the Equipment

1. Remove all packing material and tape, as well as any protective
plastic from the equipment.Save the original packaging. Use this
packing to ship the product if repairs are needed.

2. Clean any glue residue left over from the plastic or tape.

Install the Included Legs

Applicable Codes and Standards

United States

Vollrath recommends all commercial cooking equipment be provided
with a ventilation system in compliance with NFPA96.

• Cooking equipment that uses or produces grease (e.g. fryer,
griddle), must be provided with hoods that are designed to capture
grease and provide fire protection.

• Equipment must be installed in accordance with the requirements
and approval of the AHJ “Authority Having Jurisdiction.”

The included legs must be installed. Turn the feet to adjust the legs until
the equipment is level.

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Do not install or use without 4” legs. Use of this equipment
without legs can cause the appliance to overheat and cause a
fire.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS BEFORE FIRST USE

CAUTION

Burn Hazard

E

D

C
B

A

A Temperature Control Dial. Sets or adjusts the temperature of

the heating surface. The numbers on the dial range from 0 to 6.
The “0” position is off.

B Pilot Light. Indicates that the oven is heating. Once the set

temperature has been reached the light will go out. The light will
cycle on and off as the equipment heats to maintain temperature.
This is not a power indicator light.

C Crumb Tray. Collects crumbs and drips from the food product

and can be removed for cleaning.

D Grid/Tray Supports. Supports the food grid and crumb tray.
E Back Panel. May be removed to create a pass through.
F Food Grid. Supports the food product while grilling or warming.
G Adjustable Leg. Supports the equipment. Used to level the

equipment.

F

Before using, the Cayenne®Cheese Melter/Warmer Oven it must be
thoroughly cleaned and burned-in.

Clean the Equipment

1. Use a food grade cleaner to remove the protective coating from the

G

Burn-in the Equipment

1. Plug the equipment into a properly grounded electrical supply

2. Turn the temperature control to the maximum setting, and allow

3. Allow the equipment to heat for 30 minutes. You may notice smoke

4. After the 30 minute burn-in period the equipment is ready for use.

Hot surfaces and food can burn skin. Allow the hot surfaces to
cool before handling. Do not drop or spill water onto the
cooking surface as it can spray or splatter.

griddle surface.

matching the nameplate rating.

NOTICE: Damage to the equipment can occur if incorrect power is

supplied to equipment.

equipment to burn-in for 30 minutes.

and an odor during burn-in. This is normal.

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OPERATION

CLEANING

CAUTION

Burn Hazard

Hot surfaces and food can burn skin. Allow the hot surfaces to
cool before handling. Do not drop or spill water onto the
cooking surface as it can spray or splatter.

1. Place the food grid into the desired height of the grid/tray support.
The food grid must be level and centered in the groove of the grid/
tray support.

2. Grasp and slide the food grid out using tongs, gloves, mitts or pot
holders to protect hands.

3. Hold the food grid and evenly load food product onto the food grid.

4. Turn the temperature control to the desired number setting. Follow
food manufactures instructions for correct preparation and safe
serving guidelines.

5. Brown or melt the food products in desired manner.

6. Grasp and slide the food grid out using tongs, gloves, mitts or pot
holders.

7. Use tongs or other specialized utensils to remove the food products.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Keep water and other liquids from entering the inside of the
equipment. Liquid inside the equipment could cause an
electrical shock. Do not spray water or cleaning products.
Liquid could contact the electrical components and cause a
short circuit or an electrical shock.

CAUTION

Burn Hazard

Hot surfaces and food can burn skin. Allow the hot surfaces to
cool before handling. Do not drop or spill water onto the
cooking surface as it can spray or splatter.

To maintain the appearance and increase the service life, clean your
equipment daily.

NOTICE: Do not clean the equipment with steel wool.
NOTICE: Do not use cleaning products containing aggressive

chemicals, acids, or that contain chlorine.

NOTICE: Do not immerse the cord, plug or equipment in water or

any other liquid.

1. Turn off and unplug the equipment.

2. Allow the equipment to cool completely before cleaning.

3. Use a damp cloth or sponge dipped in soapy water to clean the
outside of the equipment.

4. Remove, clean and dry the food grid and crumb tray.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Might be Caused By Course of Action

Pilot light does illuminate when the
temperature is increased.

Pilot light illuminates but the
equipment does not heat.

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Equipment is not plugged in. Plug-in the equipment.
Pilot light malfunction. Replace the pilot light.
Thermostat control malfunction. Replace the thermostat control.

Heating element malfunction. Replace heating element.

SERVICE AND REPAIR

Serviceable parts are available on Vollrath.com.
To avoid serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the unit or replace a damaged power cord yourself. Do not send units directly to

The Vollrath Company LLC. Please contact Vollrath Technical Services for instructions.
When contacting Vollrath Technical Services, please be ready with the item number, model number (if applicable), serial number, and proof of

purchase showing the date the unit was purchased.

WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE VOLLRATH CO. L.L.C.

This warranty does not apply to products purchased for personal, family or household use, and The Vollrath Company LLC does not offer a written
warranty to purchasers for such uses.

The Vollrath Company LLC warrants the products it manufactures or distributes against defects in materials and workmanship as specifically
described in our full warranty statement. In all cases, the warranty runs from the date of the end user’s original purchase date found on the receipt.
Any damages from improper use, abuse, modification or damage resulting from improper packaging during return shipment for warranty repair will
not be covered under warranty.

For complete warranty information, product registration and new product announcement, visit www.vollrath.com.

www.vollrath.com

The Vollrath Company, L.L.C.

1236 North 18th Street
Sheboygan, WI 53081-3201 U.S.A.
Main Tel: [phone] or 920.457.4851
Main Fax: [phone] or 920.459.6573
Customer Service: 800.628.0830
Canada Customer Service: 800.695.8560

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