Alto-Shaam 500-E/Deluxe Food Warmer User Manual


 
Before Initial Use:
Clean appliance with a clean, damp cloth and mild
soap solution. Clean and install the pans, shelves
and side racks.
1. Turn thermostat to 200°F (93°C) and
preheat for 30 minutes.
When the thermostat is turned clockwise to an
"ON" position, the indicator light will illuminate
and will remain lit as long as the unit is calling
for heat. Close the ventilation openings inside
the door to accelerate heating.
The indicator light will go OUT when the air
temperature inside the unit reaches the
temperature set by the operator. It will then
cycle ON/OFF at this holding point. Verify the
full preheated temperature with the holding
temperature gauge located on the control panel
of the cabinet.
2. Load the cabinet with hot food only.
The purpose of the holding cabinet is to main-
tain hot food at proper serving temperature.
Before loading the cabinet with food, use a food
thermometer to make certain all products are at
an internal temperature range of 140° to 160°F
(60° to 71°C). Any food product not within the
proper temperature range should be heated
before loading into the holding cabinet.
Some foods (ribs, fish, potatoes, etc.) will create
humidity inside the warmer. Allow the surface
of these foods to stabilize for a short period of
time before placing the warm food inside the
unit. Do not add water to the unit.
3. Reset the thermostat to 160°F (71°C).
For potatoes - 180°F (82°C).
Check to make certain the cabinet door is
securely closed, and reset the thermostat to
160°F (71°C). THIS WILL NOT NECESSARILY
BE THE FINAL SETTING. The proper tempera-
ture range for the products being held will
depend on the type and quantity of product.
When holding food for prolonged periods, it is
advisable to periodically check the internal tem-
perature of each item with a food thermometer
to assure maintenance of the proper temperature
range of 140° to 160°F (60° to 71°C).
Verify that the fan in the back of the unit is
operating and turning without any visual
restrictions.
Op eration and Care Manual 7.
O P E R AT I O N
M a n u a l C o n t r o l
Heat Indicator
Light
Thermostat
Thermostat
Gauge