Congratulations on your purchase of a Cadco Hot Plate. Please all instruc-
tions carefully before use.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. Read all instructions before use.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces! Always use hot pad or pot holder until unit cools.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, do not immerse cord, plug, or range in water or
any other liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet before cleaning. Allow to cool completely before putting on or
taking parts.
6. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or if the appliance mal-
functions or has been damaged in any manner. Call Factory Service at 860-739-2500.
In Canada call (860) 825-9665.
7. Do not use outdoors.
8. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
9. Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
10. Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break o the pad and touch electri-
cal parts, creating a shock hazard.
11. A re may occur if this appliance is covered or touching ammable material, including
curtains, walls while cooking, always keep a space of at least 4’’ between your range
and your rear and side walls.
12. Do not use plastic dishes or plastic wraps on heating elements.
13. Do not operate hot plate without the drip pan in place. Make sure to reinstall the drip
pan after cleaning to prevent heat transfer to counter surface.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. Our unit is equipped with a grounded, current-carrying plug. This plug will t into any
pronged outlet. This is a safety feature.
2. Electrical connection must be a proper outlet for the 3 pronged cord
Before connecting power, make sure the voltage and frequency correspond to the data
plate on the unit.
3. A short power cord is provided to reduce the hazards resulting from accidents such as
tripping, entanglement,etc.
(a) The marketed electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord should be at least
as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
(b) The longer cord should be arranged so that it will drape over the counter top or
tabletop, where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
4. When performing any cleaning or maintenance to this unit, be sure to, unplug from
power outlet rs, and allow to cool.
5. Call Cadco Customer Service at 860-738-2500 with any questions or service needs.
1. Always unplug hot plate from electric outlet and allow to col before cleaning. Cau-
tion: Heating element may be hot without glowing red. Be sure element is cool before
touching.
2. Coiled element models: clean the element(s) by gripping an element at the point oppo-
site where it goes into the hole in the drip pan and tilting it up.
3. Clean the element and drip area. If liquids or other foreign material are allowed to drip
down through the element pan and into the housing, the warranty is voided.
4. Use damp cloth with mild detergent to clean stainless surfaces- NEVER USE ABRA-
SIVES OR STEEL WOOL ON FINISHED SURFACES. To polish, use a non-abrasive
glass cleaner.
5. Thoroughly wipe soap and water from surface of hot plate and heating element. DO
NOT IMMERSE UNIT IN LIQUID. Make sure that no water can inltrate the heat vents
or the bottom of the unit.
6. Leave unit unplugged when not in use.
INITIAL USE
Heat the appliance without a pot for approximately 10 minutes at maximum setting in order
for the special element coating to seal. Temporary smoking is normal during initial use.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Avoid letting water or food drop or boil over onto heating element. If liquids or other
foreign material are allowed to drip down through the element pan and into the hous-
ing, the warranty is voided.
2. Rocker switch light will come on when hot plate is plugged into electric outlet and the
rocker switch is put in “ON” position. Round signal light(s) will come on when heat
control knob is turned from “OFF” to a heat setting. They will cycle on & o as the
element maintains temperature.
3. As with all countertop hot plates as well as stovetops, the most ecient cooking/
heating will be more done when using pans that are closest in diameter to the
heating element. For best results, the pot or pan used should not exceed the heating
element diameter, and should have an even bottom. NOTE: Max load capacity of
15lbs per burner on 120V models. If using a stockpot or braising pan, no larger than
a 1’’ overhang over element diameter.
CSR-1T & CDR-1T: 6’’ diameter coil element(s)
CSR-3T: 8’’ diameter coil element
CSR-1CH,CSR-2C &CDR-2C: 7.5’’ diameter solid cast iron element(s)
LKR-220: 9’’ diameter solid cast iron element (handles pots/pans with up to 15 quart
capacity)
4. Be sure your Hot Plate is resting level on countertop. Avoid using pans that are
unstable and easily tipped.
5. To avoid excessive heat on wall(s) while cooking, always keep a space of at least 4’’
between your hot plate and your rear and side walls.
6. Always place the appliance on a heat resistant surface.
7. (CDR-2C, CSR-2C,CSR-1CH, LKR-220): When you are nished cooking, we rec-
ommend that the temperature control switch(es) be turned o, and the On/O power
switch be left on for the cooling fan to operate until the unit has cooled down. This
will help extend the life of your hot plate.
