Elite Gourmet EWM-6122 User manual

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5QT. STAINLESS STEEL
BUFFET SERVER
WITH WARMING TRAY
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Before operating your new appliance, please read all instructions carefully and keep for
future reference.
MODEL: EWM-6122

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SHORT CORD PURPOSE
POLARIZED PLUG
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
ASSEMBLY
BEFORE FIRST USE
HOW TO USE
HINTS AND TIPS
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY POLICY
RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANTES MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD
EL USO DE UN CORDÓN CORTO
ENCHÚFE POLARIZADO
DESCRIPCION DE PARTES
ANTES DE UTILIZAR
COMO USAR
PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA
INSTRUCCIONES DE DEVOLUCIÓN
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
The Elite Brand takes consumer safety very seriously. Products are designed and
manufactured with our valued consumers’ safety in mind. Additionally, we ask that
you exercise a level of caution when using any electrical appliance by following all
instructions and important safeguards.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE AND SAVE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed as below:
1. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use
handles and knobs.
2. Do not overll the Buffet Server
Trays.
3. To protect against electrical shock,
do not immerse the appliance or
power cord in water or any other
liquid.
4. Close supervision is necessary when
any appliance is used by or near
children.
5. CAUTION: Do not operate the
appliance without food contents.
The warming tray and serving trays
may warp and change shape from
the heat.
6. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before cleaning. Allow unit to
cool completely before putting on or
taking off parts, and before cleaning.
7. Do not operate this or any appliance
with a damaged cord or plug or
after the appliance malfunctions or
has been damaged in any manner.
Return the appliance to the nearest
authorized service facility for
examination, repair or adjustment.
8. The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by the appliance
manufacturer may result in re,
electric shock or injury.
9. Do not use outdoors. For household
use only.
10. Do not let cord or plug hang over
edge of table or counter, or touch
hot surfaces.
11. Do not attempt to move or transport
this appliance while it is in
operation and plugged into the
electrical outlet.
12. Do not use the appliance for other
than its intended use.
13. Always attach plug to appliance rst,
then plug cord into the wall outlet.
To disconnect, rst turn all control
knobs to the “OFF” position, then
remove plug from wall outlet.
14. Do not place this appliance on or
near a stove, electric or gas burner, or
in a heated oven.
15. Do not clean with metal scouring
pads. Pieces can break off the pad
and touch electrical parts, creating a
risk of an electrical shock.
16. A re may occur if the appliance is
covered by or touching ammable
material including curtains,
draperies, walls and the like when in
operation.
17. Do not place any of the following
materials in the unit: Paper,
cardboard, plastic and/or similar
non-food materials.
18. Some countertop and table surfaces,
such as Corian®, wood, stone and/
or laminates, are not designed to
withstand prolonged heat generated
by certain appliances. It is
strongly recommended by
countertop manufacturers and
Maxi-Matic that a hot pad or trivet be
placed under your Elite buffet server
to prevent possible damage to the
countertop surface.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
SHORT CORD PURPOSE
POLARIZED PLUG
If the plug still does not t, contact a
qualied electrician. Never use the plug
with an extension cord unless the plug
can be fully inserted into the extension
cord. Do not alter the plug of the
product or any extension cord being
used with this product. Do not attempt
to defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.
If this appliance is equipped with a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other), please follow the below
instructions:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
this plug is intended to t into a
polarized outlet only one way. If you
are unable to t the plug into the
electrical outlet, try reversing the plug.
If an extension cord is used: (1) the
marked electrical rating of the extension
cord should be at least as great as the
electrical rating of the product; (2) the
extension cord should be arranged so
that it will not drape over the counter
top or tabletop where it can
unintentionally be pulled on or tripped
over by children or pets.
Note: A short power cord is provided
to reduce the risk of personal injury
resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a long cord.
Longer power-supply cords or
extension cords are available and
may be used if care is exercised in
their use.

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
1. Clear Dome Lids with Slots – convenient see-through lids that includes slots
to accommodate serving utensils.
2. Cool-Touch Knobs – safely and easily handle lids to serve food.
3. Buffet Server Trays – includes two 2.5qt. capacity server trays, great for
serving all types of foods.
4. Heating/Warming Surface – at stainless steel warming surface. Also great to
use for keeping hors d’oeuvres or other dishes warm.
5. Thermostat Control – choose from three different heat settings to keep all
types of food warm to preference.
6. Retaining Shelf – holds the two buffet server trays to ensure stability.
7. Main Body – main heating unit.
8. Cool-Touch Serving Handle – safely and easily carry or transport the buffet
server to serving table.

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ASSEMBLY
LID ASSEMBLY: Assemble lids with the knobs. Make sure to not tighten the screw
too tight or it will cause the plastic to crack
1. Please note, when removing your
buffet server from its box, the
warming plate is packaged upside
down for compact packaging
purposes.
2. When placed correctly, the logo should be facing right side up. Please refer to
the diagram above for the correct way to assemble.

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ASSEMBLY (cont.)
NOTE:
When placing the
buffet server on any
surface, make sure a
trivet, hot pad, or a
high heat resistant
material is placed
beneath the buffet
server to prevent heat
damage to your tables
or countertops.
BEFORE FIRST USE
NOTE:
The initial 15 minutes
of use may result in
minimal smell and
smoke. This is due to
the burning of the
protective substance
applied to the heating
elements during
manufacturing. This is
normal and harmless
and will disappear
with subsequent use
of the product.
HOW TO USE
NOTE: THIS DOES NOT MEAN THE
APPLIANCE IS OFF. THE SURFACE OF THE
WARMING TRAY WILL STILL BE VERY HOT.
USE CAUTION.
CAUTION:
Do not immerse the
warming tray or power
cord in water or any
other liquid!
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Do not use this
appliance for cooking
or defrosting food.
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3. Once the warming plate has been properly situated, the
retaining shelf and buffet server trays can be placed onto
the warming plate.
1. Remove all packaging materials including plastic,
cardboard, Styrofoam and literature. Make sure that all parts
are in good condition.
2. Clean and thoroughly dry all parts to remove any
packaging residue before using for the rst time. (See
“CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE” section for instructions.)
1. Place the retaining shelf onto the warming tray and place
your serving trays into the retaining shelf. Place the Buffet
Server on top of a at, stable, heat-resistant surface.
2. Place your pre-cooked food items into each buffet server
tray.
3. Plug the power cord into a standard 120V electrical outlet.
The indicator light will come on.
4. Turn the knob to adjust the thermostat control to your
desired heat setting. When the setting is on the highest
setting, the warming tray will reach a temperature of
approximately 175-180°F. Once the selected setting has
been reached, the indicator light will shut off.

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NOTE:
The indicator light
will continuously
turn on and off while
the buffet server is in
operation as it
maintains the
temperature selected.
HOW TO USE (cont.)
CAUTION:
Do not leave food in
buffet server for more
than 5 hours.
Do not use this
appliance for cooking
or defrosting food.
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It is not recommended
to leave a buffet serving
tray empty while buffet
warmer is on.
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USING THE WARMING TRAY FOR SERVING:
Use caution when
serving food from the
warming tray as the
surface will be very
hot.
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NOTE:
DO NOT use the clear
lids directly on the hot
surface of the
warming tray.
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5. When nished using the Buffet Server, unplug the power
cord from the electrical outlet and allow the unit to cool
completely.
6. Remove any remaining food from the buffet server trays.
7. Once the Buffet Server and its parts are completely cooled,
wipe down, wash and thoroughly dry before storing or
using the unit again.
1. Make sure the unit is unplugged.
2. Remove the retaining shelf, serving trays, and the lids. Place
the warming tray on top of a at, stable, heat-resistant
surface.
3. Ensure that the at stainless steel surface of the warming
tray is clean and thoroughly dry.
4. Place pre-cooked food items onto the warming tray.
5. Plug the unit into a standard 120V outlet. The indicator light
will turn on.
6. Turn the knob to adjust the thermostat control to your
desired heat setting. Once the selected setting has been
reached, the indicator light will shut off.
NOTE: THIS DOES NOT MEAN THE APPLIANCE IS OFF. THE SURFACE OF
THE WARMING TRAY WILL STILL BE VERY HOT. USE CAUTION.
7. When using the warming tray, food items can only be kept
warm for a shorter amount of time because they are being
left uncovered. Maximum time will be 4-5 hours or else food
will begin to dry out, discolor or taste may start to change.
8. Once you are done using the warming tray, remove the
power cord from the electrical outlet.
9. Remove any remaining food from the warming tray.
10. Once the warming tray has cooled down completely, clean
and thoroughly dry before storing or using the unit again.
(See “CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE” section for
instructions.)

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HINTS & TIPS
• It is important to maintain all cooked foods at a minimum
of 140°F over an extended period of time to prevent any
food borne illnesses.
• Use a food thermometer to monitor the temperature of
the food and adjust the temperature control if necessary to
maintain a minimum of 140ºF.
• Temperatures may uctuate as the food is being served
and as the contents of the large pan and/or buffet trays are
emptied.
• You may adjust the temperature accordingly to avoid over
or under heating the prepared food.
• All foods have different consistencies and may require a
lower or higher setting to keep the food warm. For
example, a higher temperature setting will be required to
keep mashed potatoes warm and a lower temperature to
keep gravy warm.
NOTE:
Never immerse the
warming tray or the
electrical cord in water
or any other liquid!
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
1. Wash the clear dome lids, retaining shelf, and buffet server
trays with warm soapy water and a soft cloth or sponge.
DO NOT wash in dishwasher.
2. ONLY the buffet server trays are dishwasher safe.
3. Clean the warming tray with a damp, soapy cloth or sponge.
4. DRY ALL PARTS THOROUGHLY BEFORE STORING OR
OPERATING THE BUFFET SERVER.
Always make sure
the appliance is off,
unplugged from
the electrical outlet,
and completely cool
before cleaning.
Do not use any
abrasive soaps,
detergents, or
cleaning materials to
clean this appliance.
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LIMITED WARRANTY* ONE (1) YEAR
WARRANTY IS VALID WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE FROM AN
AUTHORIZED RETAILER
1. Your small kitchen appliance is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from any
manufacturing defects under normal use and conditions for one (1) year, cord excluded.
This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
2. Retail stores/merchants selling this product do not have the right to alter, modify, or in any
way revise the terms and conditions of the warranty.
3. If you use your appliance for household use and according to instructions, it should give
you years of satisfactory service.
4. At its sole discretion, Maxi-Matic USA will either repair or replace the product found to be
defective during the warranty period.
5. The repaired or replacement product will be in warranty for the remaining balance of the
one-year warranty period and an additional one-month period.
6. Consumer’s remorse is not an acceptable reason to return a product to our Service Center.
7. This limited warranty covers appliances purchased and used within the 50 U.S. states plus
the District of Columbia and does NOT cover normal wear of parts or:
- Damages caused by unreasonable use, neglect, normal wear and tear, commercial
use, improper assembly or installation of product.
- Damages caused in shipping.
- Damages caused by replacement or resetting of house fuses or circuit breakers.
- Defects other than manufacturing defects.
- Breakage caused by misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care
and maintenance, or incorrect current or voltage.
- Lost or missing parts of the product. Parts will need to be purchased separately.
- Damages of parts that are not electrical; i.e. cracked or broken plastic/glass,
scratched/dented inner pots.
- Damage from service or repair by unauthorized personnel.
- Extended warranties purchased via a separate company or reseller.
- Acts of nature such as re, oods, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.
8. This warranty does not apply to re-manufactured merchandise.
Maxi-Matic, USA shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the
breach of any express or implied warranty. Apart from the extent prohibited by applicable law,
any implied warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose is limited in time to
the duration of the warranty.
*One Year Limited Warranty valid only in the 50 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia,
excluding Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the USA; product us-
age which is in violation of the written instructions provided with the unit will void this warranty.
For international warranty, please contact the local distributor.
This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights to which you are
entitled which may vary by state, province, and/or jurisdiction.
**Any instruction or policy included in this manual may be subject to change at any time.
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RETURN INSTRUCTIONS
RETURNS:
A. Any return of defective merchandise to the manufacturer must be
processed accordingly by rst contacting customer service (info@
maxi-matic.com) to obtain an RA # (Return Authorization Number). We
will not accept any returns of merchandise without an applicable RA #.
B. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your
following these instructions if you are returning the unit to Maxi-Matic,
USA:
1. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable
box with sufcient cushioning to avoid damage in shipping.
2. Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:
a) Your name, full address with zip code, daytime tele
phone number, and RA#,
b) A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE,
c) The model number of the unit and the problem you
are having (Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to
the unit before the box is sealed,) and
d) Any parts or accessories related to the problem.
3. Maxi-Matic, USA recommends that you ship the package via UPS
ground service for tracking purposes. We cannot assume
responsibility for lost or damaged products returned to us
during incoming shipment. For your protection, always carefully
package the product for shipment and insure it with the carrier.
C.O.D shipments cannot be accepted.
4. All return shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
5. Once your return has been received by our warehouse, Maxi-Matic,
USA will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or
workmanship, subject to the conditions in paragraph B.
6. Maxi-Matic will pay the shipping charges to ship the repaired or
replacement product back to you.