Broaster Perfect Hold Installation instructions

Perfect Hold™
Portable Holding Cabinet
Installation & Operating Manual
This manual contains important safety
information concerning the maintenance, use
and operation of this product. Failure to follow
the instructions contained in this manual may
result in serious injury. If you’re unable to
understand the contents of this manual, please
bring it to the attention of your supervisor. Do not
operate this equipment unless you have read
and understood the contents of this manual.
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INTRODUCTION
Perfect Hold™Portable Holding Cabinets are designed
to hold prepared foods for prolonged periods of time
while maintaining that “just-made” quality. They provide
the best environment for food products by regulating
the air temperature while at the same time balancing
the humidity level.
The Perfect Hold cabinet’s air flow pattern is designed
to maintain consistent cabinet temperature without
drying out foods. This precise combination of heat and
humidity creates a “blanket” effect around the food.
The air flow rate enables the cabinet to rapidly recover
temperature after opening and closing the door.
This manual provides the installation, safety, and
operating instructions for your Perfect Hold Portable
Holding Cabinet. We recommend that all installation,
operating, and safety instructions appearing in this
manual be read prior to installation or operation of your
unit. Safety instructions that appear in this manual after
a warning symbol and the words WARNING or
CAUTION printed in bold face are very important.
WARNING means there is the possibility of serious
personal injury or death to yourself or others.
CAUTION means there is the possibility of minor or
moderate injury. CAUTION without the symbol signifies
the possibility of equipment or property damage only.
Your Perfect Hold Portable Holding Cabinet is a
product of extensive research and field testing. The
materials used were selected for maximum durability,
attractive appearance, and optimum performance.
Every unit is thoroughly inspected and tested prior to
shipment.
CONTENTS
Important Owner Information ............................i
Introduction.........................................................i
Important Safety Instructions...........................1
Model Description .............................................2
Specifications ....................................................3
Electrical Rating Chart..................................3
Plug Configuration ........................................3
Dimensions ...................................................4
Installation..........................................................5
All Models .....................................................5
Reversible Access Door ...............................6
Location ........................................................6
Operation............................................................7
Food Holding Guide......................................8
Maintenance.......................................................9
General .........................................................9
Accessories......................................................11
Limited Warranty .............................................12
Record the model number, serial number, (located on
the side of the unit), voltage and purchase date of your
Perfect Hold™ Portable Holding Cabinet in the spaces
below. Please have this information available when
calling for service assistance.
Model No. ________________________________
Serial No. ________________________________
Voltage __________________________________
Date of Purchase __________________________
IMPORTANT OWNER INFORMATION
Contact your authorized Broaster®distributor for
assistance, or ...
The Broaster Company
2855 Cranston Road
Beloit, WI 53511-3991 USA
Phone: [phone]
[phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Web: www.broaster.com
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CT

WARNINGS
Genuine Broaster®Replacement Parts are
specified to operate safely in the environments
in which they are used. Some aftermarket or
generic replacement parts do not have the
characteristics that will allow them to operate
safely in Broaster®equipment. It is therefor
essential to use Broaster®Replacement Parts
when repairing Broaster®equipment. Failure to
do so may subject operators of the equipment
to hazardous electrical voltage, resulting in
electrical shock or burn.
Rags or papers containing cooking oil can
catch fire if exposed to heat. Laundering will
not remove the oil. Dispose of all oil-soaked
papers and rags in a trash container that is in
a ventilated area away from all cooking equip-
ment or other heat sources such as direct
sunlight.
CAUTIONS
To avoid any injury or damage locate the unit
at the proper counter height, in an area that is
convenient for use. The location should be
level to prevent the unit or its contents from
accidentally falling, and strong enough to
support the weight of the unit and food.
This unit is not weatherproof. For safe and
proper operation locate the unit indoors
where the ambient air temperature is constant
and is a minimum of 70° F (21° C).
The unit must be transported in an upright
position.
CAUTIONS
Use only non-abrasive cleaners. Abrasive
cleaners could scratch the finish of your unit,
marring its appearance and making it
susceptible to soil accumulation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT! Read the following important safety instructions to avoid personal injury or
death, and to avoid damage to the equipment or property.
WARNINGS
Plug unit into a properly grounded electrical
outlet of the correct voltage, size and plug
configuration. If the plug and receptacle do
not match, contact a qualified electrician to
determine the proper voltage and size and
install the proper electrical outlet.
To avoid any injury, turn the power switch
OFF, unplug the unit from the power source
and allow to cool completely before perform-
ing any maintenance or cleaning.
For safe and proper operation, unit must be
located a reasonable distance from combustible
walls and materials. If safe distances are not
maintained, discoloration or combustion could
occur.
To prevent any injury or damage to the unit do
not pull unit by power cord.
To prevent any injury, discontinue use if
power cord is frayed or worn.
To avoid electrical shock or personal injury,
do not steam clean or use excessive water on
the unit.
Some exterior surfaces on the unit will get
hot. Use caution when touching these areas
to avoid injury.
If service is required on this unit, contact your
authorized Broaster®distributor, or The
Broaster Company's Service Department at
800-367-0645 or 608-365-0195; fax 608-365-
5158.
This product has no “user” serviceable parts.
To avoid damage to the unit or injury to
personnel, use only authorized Broaster®
service agents and Genuine Broaster®Parts
when service is required.

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MODEL DESCRIPTION
The Perfect Hold™ Portable Holding Cabinet has a
stainless steel finish (all sides) and features
thermostatically controlled heat, a digital temperature
readout, and a large, insulated, aluminum-framed
stainless steel door. The access door can be hinged
left or right. Electrical components, and controls are
easily accessible. Units are made portable by swivel
casters with wheel locks. An attached 6" (1829 mm)
power cord and plug is standard.
All units have a standard single door. Stainless steel
angle slides are included which will accommodate
seven 12" x 20" (305 x 508 mm) food pans or 18" x 26"
(457 x 660 mm) sheet pans on 3" (76 mm) centers.
Note: This unit has earned the Energy Star®. Products
that earn the ENERGY STAR®prevent greenhouse
gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficient
guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. Figure 1. Perfect Hold™Portable Holding Cabinet

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SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL RATING CHART
* NEMA 5-20P for Canada
The electrical information in the shaded areas pertains to Export models only.
PLUG CONFIGURATION
Units are supplied from the factory with an electrical
cord and plug installed. Plugs are supplied
according to the applications as shown in Figure 2.
WARNING
Plug unit into a properly grounded electrical
outlet of the correct voltage, size and plug
configuration. If the plug and receptacle do not
match, contact a qualified electrician to
determine the proper voltage and size and install
the proper electrical outlet.
WARNING
To prevent any injury or damage to the unit do
not pull unit by power cord.
WARNING
To prevent any injury, discontinue use if power
cord is frayed or worn.
NEMA 5-15P NEMA 5-20P
BS-1363
AS 3112
CEE 7/7 Schuko
Figure 2. Plug Configurations
Model Voltage Hertz Watts Amps Plug Configuration Shipping Weight
Perfect Hold 120 60 1447 12.0 NEMA 5-15P* 168 lbs. (76 kg)
220 50 1447 6.6 CEE 7/7 Schuko 168 lbs. (76 kg)
240 50 1447 6.0 BS-1363 168 lbs. (76 kg)
240 50 1447 6.0 AS-3112 168 lbs. (76 kg)
220-230 (CE) 50 1447 6.6 CEE 7/7 Schuko 168 lbs. (76 kg)
230-240 (CE) 50 1447 6.0 BS-1363 168 lbs. (76 kg)

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SPECIFICATIONS
A
C
Width Depth Height
Model (A) (B) (C)
Perfect Hold 22-3/4" 29-1/2" 35-1/8"
(578 mm) (749 mm) (892 mm)
Top Surface: 22-3/4"W x 25-7/8"D (578 x 657 mm)
Cabinet Opening: 18-1/4"W x 22-1/8"H (464 x 562 mm)
DIMENSIONS
B
Figure 3. Overall Dimensions

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INSTALLATION
Perfect Hold™ Portable Holding Cabinets are shipped
with most components installed and ready for
operation. The following installation instructions must
be performed before plugging in and operating the
cabinet.
1. Remove unit from box.
2. Remove information packet. To prevent delay in
obtaining warranty coverage, fill out and mail in
the warranty card.
3. Remove tape and protective packaging from all
surfaces of unit. Remove Rack Slide Assembly.
4. Install the handle(s) to the access door(s).
(See Figure 4.)
5. Carefully lay the unit on its side. Thread one leg
or mount caster using hardware provided onto
the cabinet bottom and tighten securely.
(See Figure 4.) Return cabinet to the upright
position.
NOTE: Place a piece of cardboard between the
cabinet and floor to prevent marring the cabinet
finish.
6. Unpack the adjustable steel rack slides from the
carton, and install them to the rack as shown in
Figure 4. Make sure the bottom shoe of each
rack faces outward.
NOTE: If installing the optional Stacking Kit, see
ACCESSORIES for installation instructions.
Steel Rack (qty.2)
Handle
Adjustable
Rack Slide
4" (102 mm)
Heavy Duty Caster
(standard)
Reversible
Access Door
Figure 4.

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INSTALLATION
REVERSIBLE ACCESS DOOR
Doors are shipped from the factory mounted on the
cabinet left side, opening from the right. Doors can
be reversed to open from the left, as follows:
1. Remove screws securing door to hinges.
(See Figure 5.)
2. Remove the screws securing hinges to cabinet.
3. Remove screw plugs from right side of cabinet
and insert in left side.
4. Rotate the door 180° and install on the right side
using the original mounting hardware.
NOTE: Nylon washers must be reinstalled between
door and hinge.
LOCATION
WARNING
For safe and proper operation, the portable
holding cabinet must be located a reasonable
distance from combustible walls and materials.
If safe distances are not maintained, discolor-
ation or combustion could occur.
CAUTION
The unit must be transported in an upright
position.
CAUTION
To avoid any injury or damage locate the unit at
the proper counter height, in an area that is
convenient for use. The location should be level
to prevent the unit or its contents from
accidentally falling, and strong enough to
support the weight of the unit and food.
CAUTION
Unit is not weatherproof. For safe and proper
operation locate the unit indoors where the
ambient air temperature is constant and is a
minimum of 70°F (21°C).
Figure 5. Reversible Access Door

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OPERATION
1. Plug unit into a properly grounded electrical
outlet of the correct voltage, size and plug
configuration. See SPECIFICATIONS (page 3)
for details.
2. Turn the Power Switch on the control panel to the
ON position.
WARNING
Some exterior surfaces on the unit will get hot.
Use caution when touching these areas to avoid
injury.
3. Set the Temperature Control to the desired level.
See the FOOD HOLDING GUIDE (page 8) for
recommendations.
NOTE: Temperature settings may vary depending
upon product make-up and consistency. The cabinet
temperature indicator displays the lowest
temperature point inside the cabinet, not the product
temperature.
4. Allow 30 minutes to preheat. The unit is then
ready to hold foods at the temperature selected.
Figure 6. Control Panel

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OPERATION
FOOD HOLDING GUIDE
The recommended setting for Genuine Broaster®
products is 4.5 to 5. This will maintain Genuine
Broaster Chicken®above 145° F to 150° F at all
times. To assure a crisp product, louvers in the front
door should be half to fully open, due to moisture
content of product.
For optimal quality, do not hold product for more
than 2 hours. If you still have product in the unit past
the recommended holding time, use product in
leftover recipes. DO NOT sell old product at a
discount or give away – even to employees. The
taste of that lesser quality product will remain with
those who tasted it regardless of the price paid for it.
That discounted product could cost hundreds of
dollars in lost sales.

CLEANING
To preserve the bright finish of the unit, it is
recommended that the exterior and interior surfaces
be wiped daily with a damp cloth. Food pans should
be removed and washed. Stubborn stains may be
removed with a good stainless steel cleaner or a
non-abrasive cleaner. Hard-to-reach areas should
be cleaned with a small brush and mild soap.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, do
not steam clean or use excessive water on the
unit.
CAUTION
Use only non-abrasive cleaners. Abrasive
cleaners could scratch the finish of your unit's
cabinet, marring its appearance and making it
susceptible to soil accumulation.
Clean the glass door using a common glass cleaner.
NOTE: This unit's blower motor is permanently
lubricated and requires no maintenance.
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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL
Perfect Hold™ Portable Holding Cabinets are
designed for maximum durability and performance,
with minimum maintenance.
WARNING
To avoid any injury, turn the power switch OFF,
unplug the unit from the power source and allow
to cool completely before performing any
maintenance or cleaning.
WARNING
To prevent any injury, discontinue use if power
cord is frayed or worn.

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MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
Genuine Broaster®Replacement Parts are
specified to operate safely in the environments
in which they are used. Some aftermarket or
generic replacement parts do not have the
characteristics that will allow them to operate
safely in Broaster®equipment. It is essential to
use Broaster®Replacement Parts when repairing
Broaster®equipment. Failure to use Broaster®
Replacement Parts may subject operators of the
equipment to hazardous electrical voltage,
resulting in electrical shock or burn.
WARNING
If service is required on this unit, contact your
authorized Broaster distributor or contact The
Broaster Company's Service Department at 800-
367-0645 or 608-365-0193; fax [phone].
WARNING
This product has no “user” serviceable parts. To
avoid damage to the unit or injury to personnel,
use only Authorized Broaster®Service Agents
and Genuine Broaster®Parts when service is
required.
SERVICE AND PARTS

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ACCESSORIES
Figure 7. Stacking Kit
STACKING KIT
A special stacking bracket is available for stacking
one Perfect Hold unit on top of another Perfect Hold
unit. The stacking hardware secures the top unit to
the bottom unit.
1. Carefully lay top unit upside down.
NOTE: Place a piece of cardboard between the
cabinet and floor to prevent marring the cabinet
finish.
2. Attach stacking bracket to underside of top unit
using hardware supplied. (See Figure 7.)
3. Turn top unit right side up and carefully place
onto the bottom unit (at least two people
required).
4. Secure two units by installing two screws on the
rear of the unit through the stacking bracket and
into the holes on the back of the bottom unit.
(See Figure 7.)
DUMP TOP ACCESSORY
A dump top accessory is available. This accessory
allows the top surface of the Perfect Hold unit to be
used as a dump station for cooked product,
providing additional functionality while making it an
even more valuable component to place next to your
Broaster®pressure fryer.

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BROASTER®LIMITED WARRANTY
Subject to the terms and conditions of this warranty,
The Broaster Company (Company) warrants that all
equipment and parts manufactured or sold by the
Company and purchased new from an authorized
Company distributor are free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of one year.
The warranty period begins at the date of
installation or one year from the date of
manufacture, whichever occurs earlier. To qualify
for warranty coverage, all units must be installed by
a qualified installer under supervision by an
authorized distributor in accordance with applicable
laws and regulations. Warranty coverage is
extended to the original purchaser only and is void
if the equipment is resold or relocated. If an
authorized Company distributor is notified of a
warranty claim during the warranty period, the
Company will at its option replace, recondition, or
repair at its factory any part or parts of the
equipment which the Company judges defective,
provided the equipment has been subjected to
normal usage, properly installed, operated and
serviced in accordance with Company operating
instructions, and there is no evidence of accident,
alteration or abuse of the equipment or the use of
unauthorized repair methods. All parts replaced
under this warranty carry only the unexpired term of
the warranty.
Service under this warranty shall be furnished only
by an authorized Company distributor. The
Company does not send service representatives to
furnish warranty service. Your authorized Company
distributor should be contacted for warranty service.
This warranty covers parts only and does not cover
labor charges, transportation charges, or other
expenses in the connection with warranty service,
which are the obligation of the owner unless
otherwise specified in the original sales contract
between the purchaser and the authorized
Company distributor from which the equipment is
purchased. Please refer to that contract for
coverage as to those charges.
The foregoing warranty is made in lieu of all
other warranties, express or implied, and the
Company specifically disclaims any implied
warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose. The Company’s full obligation
under this warranty, and the purchaser’s sole
remedy shall be limited to replacement,
reconditioning, or repair as specified above.
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE
TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER OR ANY OTHER
PERSON FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUEN-
TIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EQUIP-
MENT COVERED HEREBY, WHETHER ARISING
FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY, STRICT LIA-
BILITY OR OTHERWISE.
The Company reserves the right to change or
improve its products in any way without obligation to
alter products previously manufactured.
Used Company equipment or Company equipment
not purchased from an authorized Company
distributor carries no warranty express or implied.

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NOTES

©2006 The Broaster Company 1-800-367-0645 • www.broaster.com 8/06 16524 Printed in U.S.A.
The Broaster Company
2855 Cranston Road
Beloit, WI 53511-3991 USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Broaster®, Broasted®, Broaster Chicken®, Broaster Foods®, and Broasterie®are registered trademarks.
Usage is available only to licensed operators with written authorization from The Broaster Company.