Vollrath FAC-4, FAC-5 Operator's Manual

Forced Air Cold Pan Drop-ins

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.

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.

Operator’s Manual

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

hazard-related.

To reduce risk of injury or damage to the equipment:

• This equipment must be installed by a qualified person.

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

NOTICE: Do NOT modify the cord or plug on the drop-in. Modifying

any component may damage the drop-in or cause injury,
and will void the warranty. See the specification sheet on
Vollrath.com for electrical specifications

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

• The equipment should only be used in a flat, level position.

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

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

• Do not place any hot items on the top surface.

Item No. Description

FAC-3 3 Pan
FAC-4 4 Pan
FAC-5 5 Pan

FUNCTION AND PURPOSE

This equipment is intended to hold containers of pre-chilled cold food
at the proper serving temperature. It is not intended to cool any food
that has not been properly chilled before being placed in the equipment.
This equipment is not intended for household, industrial or laboratory
use.

This equipment is made for use in an ambient temperature below 86 °F
(30 °C). Using the equipment in warmer temperatures will take the unit
out of NSF compliance. Modifying refrigeration parameters may void
the warranty.

Please register your product at Vollrath.com/Warranty

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS OPERATION

C

B

A

D

Open

Closed

1 (2.5)

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 over fill pans or trays. Liquid could contact the electrical
components and cause a short circuit or an electrical shock.

WARNING

A ON/OFF Switch. Switches the equipment power ON or OFF.
B Drain Valve. Drains water from the well.
C Digital Temperature Control. Digital Temperature Control.

Controls compressor on/off operation. Factory preset. No
adjustments required.

D Mounting Clip. Secures the unit to the mounting surface.

Drain Valve.(not shown). Used to empty water from the well(s).

E

NOTICE: The drop-in operates on the principle of positive fan

1. Open the drain valve. The valve is in the OPEN position when the

2. Close the drain valve. The valve is in the CLOSED position when the

3. Plug the equipment into a properly grounded electrical outlet that

4. Switch the power switch to the ON position. The drop-in does not

5. Place containers of properly chilled food (38

pressure developed by the unit cooler fan located in the
well. To ensure the cold air vents discharge the necessary
flow of cold air over the food:

• Use all internal well components provided: drop
sides, false bottom, false bottom support brackets
and adapter bar support brackets.

• Adapter bars and/or templates must be used to
eliminate air gaps between and around food pans.

• The drain valve must be kept closed.

• For best performance, prevent drafts and room air
currents from disturbing the curtain of cold air
immediately above the food pans.

handle of the valve is aligned with the body of the valve. Allow any
water in the well to drain.

handle of the valve forms a “T” with the body of the valve.

matches the nameplate rating.

NOTICE: Using a voltage other than the nameplate rated voltage

will cause damage to the unit. Incorrect voltage,
modification to the power cord or electrical components
can damage the unit and will void the warranty.

have an adjustable temperature setting. Allow the drop-in to run for
approximately 30 minutes.

NOTICE: Do NOT use ice in the well.

°F ((3° C))or colder into

the pre-chilled unit.

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NOTICE: For proper distribution of cold air over the food, the tops

6. Stir food hourly for best food appearance and temperature
maintenance.

7. When finished using the equipment, switch the power switch to the
OFF position.

8. Remove the food containers.

of the food pans/containers must be at least 1" (2.5 cm)
below the top surface of the unit.

CLEANING

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B

E

C

D

A

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

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 spray the unit or controls with water or cleaning products.

A Air intake assemblies D Drop sides
B Adapter bar support brackets E Air mixing boxes
C False bottom F False bottom support brackets

NOTICE: Vollrath recommends cleaning the unit after it has been

turned off for several hours or overnight to allow time for
any frozen condensation to melt.

1. Open the drain valve and drain the water. The valve is in the OPEN
position when the handle of the valve is aligned with the body of the
valve.

2. Remove the two air intake assemblies.

3. Use a flathead screwdriver to loosen the screws on the adapter bar
support brackets. Remove the brackets.

4. Remove the false bottom.

5. Use a flathead screwdriver to loosen the screws securing the drop
sides. Remove the drop sides.

6. Lift and remove the two air mixing boxes.

7. Use a flathead screwdriver to loosen the screws on each false
bottom support bracket. Remove the brackets.

8. Use a damp cloth or sponge dipped in soapy water to clean the
components and the inside of the well.

NOTICE: Do not use caustic cleaning chemicals, steel wool or

lime removal products to clean the equipment.

9. Thoroughly rinse the equipment with water after cleaning.

10.Reassemble the components. Adjust the false bottom support
brackets to contact the bottoms of the drop sides at all 4 corners.
Not doing so will allow cold air leaks which can freeze food to the
pan and reduce cold discharge airflow over the food pans.

11.Close the drain valve. Rotate the valve to the CLOSED position, when
the handle of the valve forms a “T” with the body of the valve.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Might be Caused By Course of Action

Unit is not connected to an electrical outlet. Plug cord into an electrical outlet.

Use all internal well components provided: drop sides, false bottom,
false bottom support brackets and adapter bar support brackets.

Eliminate drafts and room air currents.

Unit does not chill correctly.

Internal well components not installed.

Adapter bars and/or templates not in use. Use adapter plates and/or templates.
Drafts and room air currents disturbing the

curtain of cold air immediately above the
food pans.

Compressor is not functioning correctly. Contact Vollrath Technical Services.

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.

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

www.vollrath.com

Customer Service: 800.628.0830
Canada Customer Service: 800.695.8560

Technical Services
[e-mail]
Induction Products: 800.825.6036
Countertop Warming Products: 800.354.1970
All Other Products: 800.628.0832

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