Vollrath 46060, 46110 Installation Manual

Item No. 2350047-1 ml Rev 06/14

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Operator’s Manual

UNIVERSAL ELECTRIC CHAFER HEATER

Item Description Voltage Watts Plug

46060 Universal Electric Chafer Heater 120V 160/275 (2.3 Amps) 5-15P
46110 Universal Electric Chafer Heater 230V 120/230 (1.0 Amps) Schuko
46115 Universal Electric Chafer Heater 230V 120/230 (1.0 Amps) UK

Thank you for purchasing this Vollrath Counter Top Cooking 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.

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saFety preCautions

To ensure safe operation, read the following statements and
understand their meaning. Please read carefully.

WARNING

Warning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause
severe personal injury, death, or substantial property damage if the

warning is ignored.

CAUTION

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

NOTE

Note is used to notify people of installation, operation, or
maintenance information that is important but not hazard-related.

For Your Safety!

These precautions should be followed at all times. Failure to follow
these precautions could result in injury to yourself and others.

To reduce risk of injury or damage to the equipment:

 Use only grounded electrical outlets matching the nameplate rated

voltage.
 Use equipment in a at, level position.
 Use only with chafer stands, shelves, and other equipment specically

designed for this type of heater.

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 Do not operate without a water pan resting on the heater.
 Do not operate without water in the water pan.
 Do not use an extension cord with this equipment. Do not plug this

equipment into a power strip or multi-outlet power cord.
 Unplug equipment, turn off and let 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 ames, 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 indicator light is not on.
 Do not operate if equipment has been damaged or is malfunctioning in

any way.

Features and Controls

B

C

F

A

D

E

Figure 1. Universal Electric Chafer Heater Features and Controls (110V
model shown).

A

BASE. Sets in a chafer stand, shelf or other equipment specically

designed to hold an electronic chafer heater.

B

HEATING ELEMENT. Heats the water pan.

C

OFF/LOW/HI SWITCH. The center position is “OFF”. The “LO” or “1”

switch position is for low heat. The “HI” or “2” switch position is for high
heat.

D

POWER CORD.

E

ELECTRICAL PLUG. Grounded electrical plug connects to the

grounded power source.

F

INDICATOR LIGHTS (some models). Indicates when power is “ON”

in the heating mode. One light on indicates that the chafer heater is
operating at low heat. Two lights indicate the chafer heater in operating
at high heat.

operation

WARNING

Burn Hazard.

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

FunCtion and purpose

This equipment is intended to be used in combination with a chafer to keep
food at proper serving temperatures.

unpaCking the equipment and initial setup

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

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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.

Use two heaters for each full size chafer and one heater for each half size
chafer. If doubt, check with your equipment supplier.

NOTE:

Do not use with open ame “canned” or “gel” chafer heaters.

1. Place the chafer stand, shelf or other equipment on a at, stable surface.

2. Insert the base (A) of the heater into the stand, shelf or other equipment.
See Figure 1.

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3. Place the water pan onto the stand, shelf or equipment.

Cleaning

4. Fill the water pan with clean fresh water as marked or recommended by
the manufacture.

NOTE:

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

Do not operate without water in the pan.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard.

Keep water and other liquids from entering the
inside of the unit. Liquid inside the unit could cause
an electrical shock. Do not damaged power cord.

Do not over ll wells, pans or trays. Liquid could contact the

electrical components and cause a short circuit or an electrical
shock. Do not spray water or cleaning products.

Do not use a power cord that has been modied or damaged.

5. Connect the electrical plug (E) into a grounded outlet matching the
nameplate rated voltage.

6. Preheat the water in the wells by covering wells with empty food
containers or covers. Turn the switch (C) to the “HI” or “2” position.
Preheat for 45 minutes.

7. Place containers rated for hot food that contain hot food into the
preheated unit. Use only food containers that are designed to be used

with the specic chafers.

8. Place covers on food containers. Leave covers on food containers unless
serving food.

9. Set the switch (C) to maintain proper hot holding temperature for food
safety.
The “LO” or “1” position will operate the heater at low power. Models with
indicator lights (F) one light (1) will illuminate.
The “HI” or “2” position will operate the heater at low power. Models with
indicator lights (F) two (2) lights will illuminate.

10. Regularly check the food temperature. Adjust temperature controls as
necessary.

NOTE:
Monitor food temperature closely for food safety. The United States
Public Health Service recommends that hot food be held at a minimum
of 140 ºF (60 ºC) to help prevent bacteria growth. Maintain correct water
level and temperature setting. Periodically remove food container and
check the water level. Add water in needed.

11. Check the water level periodically check the water level. If necessary add
water.

12. When nished using the heater set the switch (C) to the “OFF” or center
position and unplug the unit.

13. When removing hot food containers from unit use gloves, mitts or pot
holders to protect hands.

14. Allow the unit and water to cool completely.

15. Remove the water pans and dispose of the water.

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

1. Unplug the equipment.

2. Allow the equipment to cool completely before cleaning.

3. Remove the water pans and dispose of the water.

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

modied

4. Careful remove the heater from the stand, shelf or other equipment.

5. When removing hot food containers from unit use gloves, mitts or pot
holders to protect hands.

6. Allow the unit and water to cool completely.

7. Remove the water pans and dispose of the water.

8. Wipe the unit exterior with a clean damp cloth.

9. Do not use abrasive materials, scratching cleansers or souring pad to

clean the unit. These can damage the nish.

10. Thoroughly wipe off any mild soap or chemical cleaners. Residue could
corrode the surface of the unit.

NOTE:
Do not immerse the cord, plug or equipment in water or any other
liquid.

WARNING

Burn Hazard.

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

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.

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The Vollrath Company, L.L.C.
1236 North 18th Street
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
53081-3201 USA
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The Netherlands
[phone]

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Shanghai, China 200120
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Item No. 2350047-1 en Rev 6/14

troubleshooting

TroubleshooTing CharT

Problem It might be caused by Course of Action

The equipment does not heat when
switched to “LO” or “1” or “HI” or “2”.

The equipment is not plugged in. Plug the equipment in.
Defective heater. Replace the heater.

serviCe and repair

There are no user serviceable parts within this appliance. To avoid serious injury or damage, never attempt to repair the equipment or replace a damaged power cord

yourself. Do not send equipment directly to the Vollrath Company. Please contact the qualied professional repair service listed below.

VOLLRATH Technical Service • 1-800-628-0832 (USA) or 1-920-457-4851

• Email: [e-mail]

When contacting the Authorized Professional Service Center, 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 for a period of one year, except as

specically 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.

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