Wells RW-26HD, RW-176HD, RWN-16, RW-16HD, RWN-2 User Manual

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WELLS MANUFACTURING COMPANY

2 ERIK CIRCLE, P. O. Box 280

Verdi, NV 89439

Customer Service [phone] Ext.502 fax: [phone] www.wellsbloomfield.com

OPERATION MANUAL

FREE STANDING DRAWER WARMERS

MODELS

RW-16 thru RW-36 Standard

RW-16HD thru RW-36HD and RW-176HD

RWN-16 thru RWN-36 Narrow

Includes

INSTALLATION and USE & CARE

Model RWN-2

Model RW-26HD

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.

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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-

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 [phone] or [phone], for information and other details concerning warranty.

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 warranty 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

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 LISTING INFORMATION	3
INSTALLATION	4
OPERATION	6
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS	8
TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS	9
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS	10
PARTS & SERVICE	11
CUSTOMER SERVICE DATA	11

INTRODUCTION

Thank You for purchasing this Wells Manufacturing Co. appliance.

Proper installation, professional operation and consistent maintenance of this appliance 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 appliance, and to use and care for the appliance in a manner which will ensure its optimum performance.

SPECIFICATIONS

MODELS	VOLTS			POWER SUPPLY
	50/60 Hz 1ø	WATTS	AMPS	WIRING REQUIRED
RW-16 RW-16HD	120 VAC	450 W	3.8	120 VAC (L1, Neut. Gnd)
RWN-16	208 VAC	338 W	1.6	208 VAC (L1, L2, Gnd)
	240 VAC	450 W	1.9	240 VAC (L1, L2, Gnd)
RW-26 RW-26HD	120 VAC	900 W	7.5	120 VAC (L1, Neut. Gnd)
RWN-26	208 VAC	676 W	3.3	208 VAC (L1, L2, Gnd)
	240 VAC	900 W	3.8	240 VAC (L1, L2, Gnd)
RW-36 RW-36HD	120 VAC	1,350 W	11.3	120 VAC (L1, Neut. Gnd)
RWN-36	208 VAC	1,014 W	4.9	208 VAC (L1, L2, Gnd)
	240 VAC	1,350 W	5.6	240 VAC (L1, L2, Gnd)
RW-176HD	120 VAC	550 W	4.5	120 VAC (L1, Neut. Gnd)
	208 VAC	413 W	2.0	208 VAC (L1, L2, Gnd)
	240 VAC	550 W	2.3	240 VAC (L1, L2, Gnd)

NOTE: Units with "T" in suffix (e.g. RWT-176HD) are built with the optional thermometer, and are electrically identical to units without a "T".

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FEATURES & OPERATING CONTROLS (continued)

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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL INFORMATION

This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments only.

This appliance is intended to prepare food for human consumption. 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.

Disconnect this appliance from electrical power before performing any maintenance or servicing.

DO NOT submerge this appliance in water. This appliance is not jet stream approved. Do not direct water jet or steam jet at this appliance, or at any control panel or wiring. Do not splash or pour water on, in or over any controls, control panel or wiring. Do not wash floor around this appliance with water or steam jet.

Exposed surfaces of this appliance can be hot to the touch and may cause burns.

Heating element will be very hot when in use. Contact may cause serious burns.

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.

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 or energize this appliance until all installation instructions are read and followed. Damage to the appliance will result if these instructions are not followed.

CAUTION:

Hot Surface

Exposed surfaces can be hot to the touch and may cause burns.

AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION

This appliance conforms to NSF Standard 4 for sanitation only if installed in accordance with the supplied Installation Instructions and maintained according to the instructions in this manual.

Models with optional built-in thermometer are NSF approved for potentially hazardous foods.

This appliance is UListed under UL File E6070 for 120V, 208V and 240V.

This appliance is V Listed under UL File E6070 for 120V, 208V and 240V.

STD 4

E6070

E6070

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