Vollrath Ultra 3500 User Manual

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Operator’s Manual

SKILLET PAN HEATER

Item Description Voltage Amps kW Watts Plug

69504F Countertop Induction Range 208-240 14.6 3.0-3.5 3000-3500 6-20P

6950402F Countertop Induction Range 208-240 14.6 3.0-3.5 3000-3500 Schuko

6950403F Countertop Induction Range 208-240 14.6 3.0-3.5 3000-3500 UK

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.

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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 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 unit:

 Plug only into grounded electrical outlets matching the nameplate rated

voltage. Each induction unit should have a separate circuit.

 Do not use an extension cord with this equipment. Do not plug this

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equipment into a power strip or multi-outlet power cord.

 As a precaution, persons using a pacemaker should stand back 12” (30

cm) from an operating unit. Studies have shown that the induction element
will not disrupt a pacemaker.

 Keep all credit cards, driver liscences and other items with a magnetic

strip away from an operating unit. The unit’s magnetic eld will damage

the information on these strips.

 The heating surface is made of a strong, non-porous material. However,

should it crack or break, stop using and immediately unplug the unit.
 Do not leave an empty pan on an operating unit.
 Unit should only be used in a at, level position.
 Unplug unit and let it cool before cleaning or moving.
 Do not touch the cooking surface. It remains hot after the unit is turned off.
 Do not spray controls or outside of unit with liquids or cleaning agents.
 Unplug when not in use.
 Keep unit and power cord away from open ames, electric burners or

excessive heat.
 Do not heat sealed cans or containers as they may explode.
 Do not operate unattended.
 Closely supervise units operating in public areas and/or around children.
 Do not operate if unit has been damaged or is malfunctioning in any way.
 Do not place any objects inside the air intake or exhaust panels.
 FCC Statement ~ This product may cause interference to radio equipment

and should not be installed near maritime safety communications

equipment or other critical navigation or communication equipment

operating between 0.45-30 MHz.

function and PurPoSe

This unit is intended to be used with a standard at bottom cast iron fajita

skillet pans measuring 4-1/2” (11.4 cm) to 10-1/4” (26 cm) wide. This unit is
intended for use in commercial foodservice operations only. It is not intended
for household, industrial or laboratory use.

NOTE:
There must be a minimum of 4” (10 cm) between the induction

range and any surrounding surface to allow sufcient airow
around the unit. Blocking the airow could overheat the unit.

inStallation

This unit is to be used on a at, level surface.

NOTE:
This unit is not designed to be inclosed or built into any area.
There must be a minimum of 4” (10 cm) of space between the rear
of the induction warmer and any surrounding surface.
There must be 3/4” (2 cm) between the bottom of the induction
warmer and any surrounding surface.

Sufcient airow must be allowed around the unit. Blocking the
airow could cause the unit to overheat.

1. Place the induction heater/warmer on a at stable surface.

2. Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet with the matching
nameplate rated voltage.

NOTE:

Using a voltage other than the nameplate rated voltage will cause
damage to the unit. Incorrect voltage, modication to the power
cord or electrical components can damage unit and will void the

warranty.

oPeration

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.

If liquid spills or boils over onto the unit, immediately unplug the unit
and remove cookware. Wipe up any liquid with a padded cloth.

1. Place the room temperature standard at bottom cast iron fajita skillet
pan in the center position of the heating surface.

NOTE:
Do not drop cooking utensils or other objects onto the cooking

surface. The strong, non-porous surface can break. The warranty
does not cover this type of abuse.

2. Press the “1”, “2” or “3” button. Then the heating cycle will begin and
the preset timer will begin to countdown on the display panel (B). See
Figure 1.

3. Press the OFF button to turn the unit OFF before the heating cycle has
ended.

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cleaning

WARNING

Burn Hazard.

Do not touch cookware, heating surface, food, or
liquid while heating.

Hot food and liquids can burn skin. Induction heating surfaces heat
very rapidly. Use caution when adding to pre-heated oil, liquid or
other food already in the cookware.

If the temperature of the cooking surface becomes too hot, the unit will

turn off. The display will ash “F2” to indicate the unit is in “over-heating

protection” mode. After the unit has cooled, turn the cooking surface on and if
“F2” is not displayed, then cooking can resume.

The display window should remain constant during operation. If the display is
ashing, see the TROUBLESHOOTING section in this manual.

Removing cookware will cause the unit to auto shutoff within seconds.

OFF 1 2 3

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

Hot food and liquids can burn skin. Induction heating surfaces heat
very rapidly. Allow the heating surface to cool before handling.

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

WARNING

Burn Hazard.

Do not touch cookware, heating surface, food, or
liquid while heating.

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.

A

B

C

E

D

Figure 1. Control Panel

A

OFF button. Press to turn unit OFF.

B

DISPLAY panel. This displays the time remaining during the

heat cycle and displays fault codes.

C

“1” CYCLE button. This button activates an 80 second cycle that

heats a pan to

D

“2” CYCLE button. This button activates an 30 second cycle that

heats a pan to

E

“3” CYCLE button. This button activates an 60 second cycle that

heats a pan to

450°F – 550°F or (232°C – 278°C)

300°F – 350°F or (148°C – 176°C)

.

.

400°F – 500°F or (204°C – 260°C).

1. Unplug the unit and let it completely cool.

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

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

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clean the unit. These can damage the nish.

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

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troubleShooting

Problem It might be caused by Course of Action

The unit turned off after 10
seconds.

There is not a pot/pan on the induction range or the pot/pan is not
induction-ready cookware. The induction range turned off. This is normal.

Make sure the pot/pan is induction ready. See the
FUNCTION and PURPOSE Section of this manual.

The unit is on, but not
heating.

The digital display lights

are ashing.

The unit suddenly stopped
working.

Flashing Message
(F code)

F9 (Bad Pan - F9)

F2 (Too Hot - F2)

F8 (Bad Flow - F8)

F4 (Heatsink - F4)

F5 (Heat Therm - F5)

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The cookware may be too small or may not be induction-ready.

The overheat-protection feature may have activated. Remove cookware. Let cooking surface cool.

The unit may be too close to an external heat source or the air intake
may be restricted.

Make sure the pot/pan is induction ready. See the
FUNCTION and PURPOSE of this manual.

Relocate the unit away from any external heat
source. Clear any obstructions to the air intake.

It might be caused by Course of Action

The cookware may be too small or may not be induction-ready.

The overheat-protection feature may have activated.

The unit may be too close to an external heat source or the air intake
may be restricted.

The overheat-protection feature may have activated.

The overheat-protection feature may have activated.

Make sure the pot/pan is induction ready. See the
FUNCTION and PURPOSE of this manual.

Remove cookware. Let cooking surface cool. Clear
any obstructions to the air intake.

Relocate the unit away from any external heat
source. Clear any obstructions to the air intake.

Remove cookware. Let cooking surface cool. Clear
any obstructions to the air intake.

Remove cookware. Let cooking surface cool. Clear
any obstructions to the air intake.

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Service and rePair

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

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

VOLLRATH Induction Repair Service • 1-800-825-6036 (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 each of its products listed below against defects in materials and workmanship for the applicable period provided below. All
other products manufactured or distributed by The Vollrath Company LLC are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year. In all
cases, the warranty runs from the date of the end user’s original purchase found on the receipt.

 Ultra, Ultra Fajita, Mirage® Pro and Professional Induction Ranges – The warranty period is 2 years.

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, Wisconsin
53081-3201 USA
Main Tel: [phone]
Main Fax: [phone]
Service Tel: [phone]
Service Fax: [phone]

Vollrath Europe BV
Beneluxbaan 7
5121 AD RIJEN
The Netherlands
[phone]

Vollrath of China
Vollrath Shanghai Trading Limited
29D, 855 South Pu Dong Road
Shanghai, China 200120
Tel: [phone]

Vollrath de Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V.

Periferico Sur Edicio 2-C

Col. Santa Maria Tequepexpan
45601 Tlaquepaque, Jalisco Mexico
Tel: [phone]
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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