WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
2 ERIK CIRCLE, P. O. Box 280
Verdi, NV 89439
Customer Service (775) 345-0444 Ext.502
fax: (775) 345-0569
www.wellsbloomfield.com
OPERATION MANUAL
for
BUILT -IN
ELECTRIC HOTPLATES
222
Models: H-336, H-636 and H-706
Includes
INSTALLATION
USE & CARE
Model H-636
p/n 303734 Rev. (-) M222 031401 cps
IMPORTANT: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
This manual is considered to be part of the appliance and is to be given to the OWNER or
MANAGER of the restaurant, or to the person responsible for TRAINING OPERATORS of
this appliance. Additional manuals are available from your WELLS DEALER.
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PERSONS USING OR
INSTALLING THIS APPLIANCE. Contact your WELLS DEALER if you have any
questions concerning installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
Unless otherwise specified, all commercial cooking equipment manufactured by WELLS MFG. CO. is warranted
against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
one year from the date of original installation or 18 months
from the date of shipment from our factory, whichever
comes first, and is for the benefit of the original purchaser
only.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE COMPLETE AND ONLY WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN LAW OR IN FACT,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND/OR FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH
WELLS MFG. CO. PRODUCTS. This warranty is void if it
is determined that, upon inspection by an authorized service
agency, the equipment has been modified, misused, misapplied, improperly installed, or damaged in transit or by fire,
flood or act of God. It also does not apply if the serial nameplate has been removed, or if service is performed by unau-
SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE
ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
1. Resetting of safety thermostats, circuit breakers, over
load protectors, and/or fuse replacements are not
covered by this wa rranty unless warranted conditions
are the cause.
2. All problems due to operation at voltages or phase
other than specified on equipment nameplates are
not covered by this warranty.
Conversion to correct voltage and/or phase must be
the customer’s responsibility.
3. All problems due to electrical connections not made
in accordance with electrical code requirements
and wiring diagrams supplied with the equipment are
not covered by this warranty.
4. Replacement of items subject to normal wear, to
include such items as knobs, light bulbs; and, normal
maintenance functions including adjustments of
thermostats, adjustment of micro switches and
replacement of fuses and indicating lights are not
covered by warranty.
5. Damage to electrical cords and/or plug due to exposure
to excessive heat are not covered by this warranty.
6. Full use, care, and maintenance instructions supplied
with each machine. Noted maintenance and
preventative maintenance items, such as servicing and
thorized personnel. The prices charged by Wells Mfg. Co.
for its products are based upon the limitations in this warranty. Seller’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the
repair of defects without charge by a Wells Mfg. Co. factory
authorized service agency or one of its sub-service agencies. This service will be provided on customer’s premises
for non-portable models. Portable models (a device with a
cord and plug) must be taken or shipped to the closest authorized service agency, transportation charges prepaid, for
service. In addition to restrictions contained in this warranty,
specific limitations are shown in the Service Policy and Procedure Guide. Wells Mfg. Co. authorized service agencies
are located in principal cities. This warranty is valid in the
United States and Canada and void elsewhere. Please consult your classified telephone directory, your foodservice
equipment dealer or write the Factory Service Department,
Wells Manufacturing Company, P.O. Box 280, Verdi, Nevada 89439, phone (775) 345-0444 or (888) 492-2782, for
information and other details concerning warranty.
cleaning schedules, are customer responsibility. Those
miscellaneous adjustments noted are customer
responsibility. Proper attention to preventative
maintenance and scheduled maintenance procedures
will prolong the life of the appliance.
7. Travel mileage is limited to sixty (60) miles from an
Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub-service
agencies.
8. All labor shall be performed during regular working
hours. Overtime premium will be charged to the buyer.
9. All genuine Wells replacement parts are warranted for
ninety (90) days from date of purchase on nonwarranty equipment. This parts warranty is limited only
to replacement of the defective part(s). Any use of
non-genuine Wells parts completely voids any
warranty.
10. Installation, labor, and job check-outs are not
considered warranty and are thus not covered by this
warranty.
11. Charges incurred by delays, waiting time or operating
restrictions that hinder the service technician’s ability to
perform service are not covered by warranty. This
includes institutional and correctional facilities.
SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIM PROCEDURE
NOTE: For your protection, please note that equipment in
this shipment was carefully inspected and packaged by
skilled personnel before leaving the factory. Upon acceptance of this shipment, the transportation company assumes
full responsibility for its safe delivery.
IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:
1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain that any
visible loss or damage is noted on the freight bill or
express receipt, and that the note of loss or damage is
signed by the delivery person.
2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY:
Regardless of the extent of the damage.
3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: if damage is
unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked, notify the
transportation company or carrier immediately, and file
“CONCEALED DAMAGE” claim with them. This
should be done within fifteen (15) days from the date
the delivery was made to you. Be sure to retain the
container for inspection.
Wells Manufacturing cannot assume liability for damage or
loss incurred in transit. We will, however, at your request,
supply you with the necessary documents to support your
claim.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY xi
SPECIFICATIONS 1
FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS 2
PRECAUTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION 3
AGENCY APPROVAL INFORMATION 3
INSTALLATION 4
OPERATION 5
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 6
TROUBLESHOOTING 7
PARTS & SERVICE 9
CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA 9
INTRODUCTION
Thank You for purchasing this Wells Manufacturing Co. appliance.
Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this equipment will ensure that
it gives you the very best performance and a long, economical service life.
This manual contains the information needed to properly install this equipment, and to use and care for
the equipment in a manner which will ensure its optimum performance.
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL ELEMENT VOLTS AMPS kW *DIMENSIONS
H-336 Single 8” Coil 208 V 1ø 9.4 A 2.0 kW 10” outside diameter
240 V 1ø 10.8A 2.6 kW
H-636 Dual 8” Coils 208 V 1ø 18.8 A 3.9 kW 14-3/4” W x 23-1/2” D
240 V 1ø 21.7 A 5.2 kW
H-706 Dual 9” 208 V 1ø 14.4 A 3.0 kW 14-3/4” W x 23-1/2” D
french plates
240 V 1ø 16.7 A 4.0 kW
* Refer to Installation Instructions
for cutout dimensions
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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS
WELLSLOKS
Fig. 2 Wellsloks
Heating Element
Fig. 1 Built-In Electric Hotplate - Features & Operating Controls
Heating
Element Support
Element
Drip Pan
(Lifted)
Name Plate
Wellslok
Indicator
Hotplate Unit
Control Unit
Light
Temperature
Control
HOTPLATE UNIT:
n Heating Element Provides heat for food preparation
Coil-type elements rotate for access to drip pan
Note: Solid (french plate) elements on model H-706
do not lift
n Element Support * Holds coil-type element in proper position
n Drip Pan* Collects drippings and holds element support
Also deflects heat from element for more efficient cooking
n Wellslok Mounts hotplate unit to
counter
CONTROL UNIT:
n Temperature Control Infinite switch to control
temperature of heating element
n Indicator Light Glows any time temperature
control is on
n Name Plate Lists manufacturer, model number and serial number
Also lists voltage and wattage rating
* not used on model H-706
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments
only.
This appliance is intended
No other use is recommended or authorized by the manufacturer or its
agents.
Operators of this appliance must be familiar with the appliance use,
limitations and associated restrictions. Operating instructions must be
read and understood by all persons using or installing this appliance.
Cleanliness of this appliance is essential to good sanitation. Read and
follow all included cleaning instructions and schedules to ensure the
safety of the food product.
Hotplates with coil-type heating elements must be operated with drip
pan and element support properly installed.
Disconnect the hotplate from electrical power before performing any
maintenance or servicing.
DO NOT splash or pour water over or into interior of hotplate,
control panel or wiring.
The technical content of this manual, including any wiring diagrams,
schematics, parts breakdown illustrations and/or adjustment
procedures, is intended for use by qualified technical personnel.
Any procedure which requires the use of tools must be performed by a
qualified technician.
This manual is considered to be a permanent part of the appliance.
This manual and all supplied instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts
breakdown illustrations, notices and labels must remain with the
appliance if it is sold or moved to another location.
This appliance is made in the USA. Unless otherwise noted, this
appliance has American sizes on all hardware.
to prepare food for human consumption.
WARNING:
Electric
Shock hazard
All servicing requiring
access to non-insulated
electrical components
must be performed by a
factory authorized
technician.
DO NOT open any
access panel which
requires the use of tools.
Failure to follow this
warning can result in
severe electrical shock.
CAUTION:
Risk of
Damage
DO NOT connect and/or
energize this appliance
until all installation
instructions are read and
followed. Damage to the
appliance will result if
these instructions are not
followed.
AGENCY APPROVAL INFORMATION
This appliance conforms to NSF Standard 4 for sanitation only if
installed in accordance with the supplied Installation Instructions.
This appliance is Underwriters Laboratory recognized (R ).
Since this appliance is only a single component of a complete
installation, the finished installation of this R unit requires
additional evaluations to Underwriters Laboratory standards.
This unit is designed to be installed in a metal counter only.
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STD 4
INSTALLATION
Fig. 3 Set the Wellsloks
NOTE: DO NOT discard
the carton or other packing
materials until you have
inspected the appliance for
hidden damage and tested it
for proper operation.
Refer to SHIPPING DAMAGE
CLAIM PROCEDURE on the
inside front cover of this
manual.
IMPORTANT:
Water damage caused by
failure to seat Wellsloks or
failure to install gasket or to
seal flange to counter is NOT
covered by warranty
IMPORTANT:
Contact a licensed electrician
to install and connect electrical
power to the hotplate.
IMPORTANT:
Damage due to being
connected to the wrong voltage
or phase is NOT covered by
Warranty.
UNPACKING & INSPECTION
Carefully remove the hotplate from the carton. Remove all
protective plastic film, packing materials and accessories from the
hotplate before connecting the hotplate to electrical power or otherwise performing any installation procedure.
Carefully read all instructions in this manual and the Installation
Instruction Sheet packed with the hotplate before starting any
installation.
Read and understand all labels and diagrams attached to the
hotplate.
Carefully account for all components and accessories before
discarding packing materials. Store all accessories in a convenient
place for later use.
PREPARATION
Carefully the Installation Instruction Sheet packed with the hotplate for
cutout dimensions and restrictions.
Hotplate must be installed in a metal counter only.
Supplied gasket must be installed under the mounting flange, and the
Wellsloks turned out to seal the hotplate and control unit to the
counter.
Apply a thin bead of food-grade silicone sealant where the flange
meets the counter.
ELECTRICAL
Hotplate must be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with
all applicable codes and ordinances.
Refer to the nameplate. Verify the electrical service power. Voltage
and phase must match the nameplate specifications. Connecting the
hotplate to the wrong voltage can severely damage the equipment or
cause noticeably decreased performance.
The ground lug of the hotplate and control unit must be connected to
a suitable building ground.
INSTALLATION NOTE: The installation of R units requires
additional evaluations to Underwriters Laboratory standards.
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OPERATION
OFF
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3
4
5
6
7
8
Fig 4. Temperature Control
GENERAL OPERATIONAL NOTES
Carefully read the description of the hotplate operation on the
specification sheet.
DO NOT attempt to perform any maintenance or service unless the
hotplate is disconnected from electrical power.
DO turn the circuit breaker for the hotplate off before cleaning,
servicing or performing any maintenance.
DO NOT use sharp objects or metal implements to clean the heating
element(s).
DO use a plastic spatula or plastic scouring pad to remove burned-on
food product.
OPERATION
Each heating element is controlled by an infinite switch
temperature control:
OFF removes power from the element
LOW thru 8 are temperature settings
Higher numbers indicate higher temperatures
There is a continuous range of settings between LOW
and HI
HI is a continuous ON setting
The indicator light will glow any time the temperature control is on.
Cooking Recommendations:
Save energy by turning the temperature control off any time the
hotplate is not in use. The coil-type heating elements will provide full
heat within 30 seconds, while french plate heating elements will reach
full heat within 2 minutes, making it unnecessary to leave the unit on
during intermittent use.
Each heating element can hold up to a 16 quart pot or pan. For
efficient heating of food product, pots and pans should be no more
than 10” in diameter.
Maximize the efficiency of solid (french plate) elements by using flatbottom pots and pans.
Stir thick liquids frequently to maintain a consistent temperature.
CAUTION:
Hot Surface
Exposed surfaces
can be hot to the touch
and may cause burns.
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L
HI
IMPORTANT:
The dial markings are an
INDICATION of temperature
only. The temperature of the
food product depends on many
factors, including the size,
shape and material of the food
container, and the quantity and
consistency of the food
product.
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Electric Shock
Hazard
Disconnect hotplate from
electric power before
cleaning.
CAUTION:
Burn Hazard
Allow hotplate element
and cabinet to cool
completely before
cleaning.
CAUTION:
Electric Shock
Hazard
Do not submerge
hotplate in water.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT spill
or pour water into interior of
hotplate.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT spill
or pour water into controls,
control panel or wiring.
DO NOT submerge hotplate
in water. Damage to internal
components will occur.
Damage to internal
components from water
damage is NOT covered by
warranty.
DO NOT use metal
implements, steel wool or
metal scouring pads to clean
heating elements.
PREPARATION
Unplug or disconnect hotplate from electrical power before cleaning.
Allow hotplate to cool completely before cleaning.
FREQUENCY
Daily
TOOLS
Plastic Spatula and Plastic Scouring Pad
Clean Cloth or Sponge
Mild Detergent or Cleaner Formulated for Stainless Steel
Warm Water
CLEANING
Disconnect hotplate from electrical power and allow heating elements
to cool completely before cleaning.
COILED HEATING ELEMENTS:
Lift coiled heating elements and remove drip pans. Clean drip pans
with a plastic spatula or plastic scouring pad, mild detergent and warm
water. DO NOT use metal implements, steel wool or metal scouring
pads to clean drip pans. Rinse drip pans by wiping with a clean cloth
or sponge dampened with clean water.
Clean heating elements with a plastic spatula or plastic scouring pad,
mild detergent and warm water. DO NOT use metal implements, steel
wool or metal scouring pads to clean elements. Rinse by wiping with a
clean cloth or sponge dampened with clean water.
Reinstall drip pans and gently lower heating element.
FRENCH PLATE HEATING ELEMENTS:
French plate elements do not lift. Clean heating elements with a
plastic spatula or plastic scouring pad, mild detergent and warm water.
DO NOT use metal implements, steel wool or metal scouring pads to
clean elements. Rinse by wiping with a clean cloth or sponge
dampened with clean water.
Dry exposed portions of hotplate unit and control unit by wiping with a
clean soft dry cloth.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
Hotplate won’t heat
One or more sections
won’t heat
Hotplate not hot enough
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Disconnect OFF or circuit breaker
tripped
Temperature control not on
Damaged temperature control,
element or other internal component
Temperature control not set
Operating 208/240V unit at 120V
Damaged temperature control,
element or other internal component
SUGGESTED REMEDY
Turn disconnect ON
Check / reset circuit breaker
Turn temperature control to
desired setting
Contact Authorized Wells
Service Agency for repairs
Adjust for desired temperature
Be sure supply voltage
matches nameplate voltage
Contact Authorized Wells
Service Agency for repairs
NOTE: There are no user
serviceable components in this
appliance. In all cases of
damage or component
malfunction, contact your
Authorized Wells Service
Agency for repairs.
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PARTS & SERVICE
DESCRIPTION SERVICE
PART NO.
Drip Tray, 8” for H-636 21705
Element Support, H-636, H-656 500039
IMPORTANT: Use only
factory authorized
service parts.
For factory authorized
service, or to order factory
authorized replacement
parts, contact your Wells
authorized service agency,
or call:
Wells Manufacturing Co
.
2 Erik Circle
P. O. Box 280
Verdi, NV 89439
phone: (775) 345-0444
fax: (888) 492-2783
(Service Parts Dept.)
Service Parts Department
can supply you with the
name and telephone
number of the WELLS
AUTHORIZED SERVICE
AGENCY nearest you.
CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA
RESTAURANT _____________________________ LOCATION _____________
INSTALLATION DATE ________________________ TECHNICIAN ___________
SERVICE COMPANY ________________________________________________
ADDRESS ___________________________ STATE ______ ZIP__________
TELEPHONE NUMBER (_____)_____-_________
EQUIPMENT MODEL NO. _______________
EQUIPMENT SERIAL NO. _______________
VOLTAGE: (check one) o120 o208 o240
please have this information available if calling for service
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