Vollrath 40739 Installation Manual

Operator’s Manual

Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath equipment. Before operating the
equipment, read and familiarize yourself with the following operating
and safety instructions. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE. Save the original box and packaging. Use this packaging
to ship the equipment if repairs are needed.

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.

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.

Cayenne

Item

No.

Model Voltage Amps Hz Watts Plug

40739 STA8002 208-240 14.4-16.7 60 3000-4000 NEMA

®

Electric Hot Plate

6-30P

To reduce 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.

• The base of the pot or pan should not exceed the size of the heating
plate. Pots and pans must be centered over the heating plate.

• Do not use an extension cord with this equipment.

• Use only high quality pots and pans with this equipment.

• Do not allow pots or pans to run dry.

• Do not operate without legs.

• Unplug equipment, turn off and let it 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 on.

• Do not operate if equipment has been damaged or is malfunctioning
in any way.

FUNCTION AND PURPOSE

This equipment is intended to be used for heating or cooking foods in
commercial foodservice operations only. It is not intended for
household, industrial or laboratory use.

Before using this equipment it must be cleaned and dried thoroughly.

UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT AND INITIAL SETUP

When no longer needed, dispose of all packaging and materials in an
environmentally responsible manner.

1. Remove all packing material and tape, as well as any protective
plastic from the equipment.

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

3. Place the equipment in the desired position and height.

4. Plug equipment into a properly grounded electrical supply matching
the nameplate rating. Damage to the equipment can occur if
incorrect power is supplied to the equipment.

5. Install the four legs and feet onto the equipment.

6. Hold the legs and rotate the feet so the equipment is level.

Before initial use, turn the thermostat control to the maximum setting,
and allow equipment to burn-in for 5-10 minutes. You will notice smoke
appearing due to the cooking surface burning-in. This is normal. After
the burn in period the equipment is ready for use.

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS OPERATION

E

E

1. Turn the selector switch to the desired setting.

2. Cook or warm food products in desired manner.

3. At the end of each use turn the selector switch to the OFF position.

Burn Hazard

Do not touch hot food, liquid or heating surfaces while
equipment is heating or operating.

Hot surfaces, steam 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, splatter or enter the equipment.

Allow the equipment to cool.

CAUTION

C CD D

B

A Leg. Supports the equipment.

B Adjustable Feet. Used to level the equipment.

C Selector Switch Dial. Used to set or adjust the temperature of

the heating surface. The “0” position is off.

D Pilot Light. This light indicates that the surface is heating.

E Heating Plate. Heating surface.

A

TROUBLESHOOTING

CLEANING

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.
Do not use equipment if power cord is damaged or has been modified.

NOTICE: Do not clean the equipment with steel wool.

1. Allow the equipment to cool completely before cleaning.

2. Unplug the equipment.

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

any other liquid.

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

4. Dry thoroughly after cleaning.

Problem Might be Caused By Course of Action

Pilot Light does not come on when
the selector switch is turned up.

The light comes on, equipment does
not heat.

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The equipment is not plugged in. Plug in the equipment.

Pilot light malfunction. Replace pilot Light.

Selector switch malfunction. Replace the selector switch.

Selector switch malfunction. Replace the selector switch.

Heating element malfunction. Replace the heating element.