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.
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Nitro Power Rethermalizer
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 risk of injury or damage to the equipment
• Use only grounded electrical outlets that match the voltage rating on
the nameplate.
• 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.
• Turn off, unplug and let equipment cool before cleaning or moving.
• Unplug equipment when not in use.
• Do not operate without water.
• Do not spray the controls or outside of equipment with liquids or
cleaning agents.
• Do not clean 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.
• Do not operate if equipment has been damaged or is malfunctioning
in any way.
Item No.ModelDescription
72090PC-21Nitro Power Rethermalizer
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE
This equipment is intended to rethermalize containers of refrigerated,
previously cooked food and hold containers of hot food at safe serving
temperatures. It not intended or designed to cook raw food. This
equipment is not intended for household, industrial or laboratory use.
UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT
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 location.
4. Plug the equipment into a properly grounded electrical supply
matching the nameplate rating.
NOTICE: Damage to the equipment can occur if incorrect power is
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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
A
OPERATION
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Keep water level at or below the required level. If level is too
high, water may overflow when the food container is inserted.
The overflow could enter the electrical compartment and cause
a short circuit or electric shock.
CAUTION
Burn Hazard
Do not touch hot food, liquid or heating surfaces while
equipment is heating or operating.
NOTICE: If using fractional size pans, adapter bars must be used to
keep steam from escaping from between pans.
NOTICE: NOTICE: 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 if needed.
NOTICE: Do not add cold food to rethermalizing or hot food.
NOTICE: Do not operate without water.
B
AOn/Off and Heat Control Knob. Turns the equipment On/Off and
adjusts the temperature of the well. The higher the number the
higher the temperature, the lower the number the lower the
temperature.
BWater Level Marks. Indicate the correct water fill. (not pictured)
Hold Cooked, Hot Food
1. Preheat the water in the wells by covering wells with empty food
containers or covers, and then turning the unit ON and setting the
heat control to the maximum heat setting. Preheat for 15 minutes.
2. Place container of hot, above 140 °F (60 °C), food into preheated
equipment.
3. Reduce the heat setting to a level that will maintain a safe holding
temperature and maintain food quality.
4. Maintain the water level at or near the water level mark. The low
water indicator light illuminates when the water level is low.
However, Vollrath recommends periodically remove the container of
food and check the water level. Add hot water if needed.
When Finished Using the Equipment
1. Turn the heat control to lowest setting.
2. Unplug the equipment.
3. Remove the food containers. Use gloves, mitts or pot holders to
protect hands.
4. Allow the equipment and water to cool completely.
5. Empty the water.
6. Clean the equipment. See “Cleaning.”
Rethermalize Cooked, Chilled Food
1. Fill the well to the correct water level mark with clean fresh water. Do
not over fill.
2. Preheat the water in the wells by covering the wells with covers or
empty food containers. Set the heat control to the maximum heat
setting. Set the heat control to the maximum heat setting. Preheat
for 15 minutes.
3. Place covered container(s) of chilled food into the equipment.
NOTICE: To reach the required safe food temperature as quickly
4. During the rethermalization process, monitor food temperatures
closely for food safety.
5. Reduce the heat setting to a level that will maintain a safe holding
temperature and maintain food quality.
6. Maintain the water level at or near the water level mark. Vollrath
recommends periodically (approximately 2 hours) removing the
container of food and checking the water level. Add hot water if
needed.
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as possible, do not add water or remove food pans
during the rethermalization process.
CLEANING
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
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
Allow equipment to cool before moving or cleaning.
NOTICE: Do not use caustic cleaning chemicals, steel wool or
NOTICE: Do not immerse the cord, plug or equipment in water or
1. Turn OFF and unplug the equipment.
2. Remove the food containers. Use gloves, mitts or pot holders to
3. Allow the water and equipment to cool completely.
4. Empty the water.
5. Use a damp cloth or sponge dipped in soapy water to clean the
6. Thoroughly rinse equipment with water after cleaning.
commercial lime removal products to clean the equipment.
any other liquid.
protect hands.
inside of the well and the outside of the equipment.
TROUBLESHOOTING
ProblemMight be Caused ByCourse of Action
The equipment does not heat.
The equipment does not get hot enough.Too much water in the well.Reduce water amount to the correct level.
The equipment runs out of water in a short time.
Heating element malfunction.Replace heating element.
Thermostat control malfunction.Replace thermostat control.
Not using adapter bars with partial size
or special shaped pans.
Use adapter bars.
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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: 800.624.2051 or 920.457.4851
Main Fax: 800.752.5620 or 920.459.6573
Customer Service: 800.628.0830
Canada Customer Service: 800.695.8560