FWE PST-32 User manual

OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
TOP MOUNT HEATED HOLDING
Heated Holding Food Warmers
With Dial Face Controls
or HDM Controls
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FWE TOP MOUNT HEAT SYSTEM
CONGRATULATIONS...
...and thank you for purchasing an FWE Top Mount heated serving
cabinet. Your unit has been designed and manufactured under rigid
controls to assure you the most efficient service. It is a full time unit,
and may be used continuously.
Please take a moment to read through this booklet of important
information pertaining to your cabinet. By following a routine of
proper use and care described on the following pages, your cabinet
will last for many years.
IMPORTANT: Your Manufacturer Registration Card must be returned
within 30 days after initial delivery to activate the warranty.
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TST-13D
Shown with optional
Lexan door
PST-32 PST-16
FWE Heated Holding Cabinets
Keep your food “oven fresh” longer!
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FWE standard models operate on 110/120 volt, 60 Hz, 1 ph, A.C.
(unless ordered otherwise), and are equipped with a three prong
grounding cord plug for your protection against possible shock
hazards. Be sure to plug only into a properly grounded three prong
wall receptacle. If you have any questions with regard to adequate
wiring or grounding in your building, a qualified electrician should be
contacted before using your cabinet. The amperage of your cabinet
is stamped on the serial tag attached to the unit.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE
THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE CORD PLUG.
WARNING: ONLY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN SHOULD
ATTEMPT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ELECTRICAL
COMPONENTS OR WIRING.
BE SURE THAT MODEL IS UNPLUGGED FROM ELECTRICAL
SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING CONTROL PANEL.
FWE TOP MOUNT MOBILE HEATED CABINETS
SERIAL AND MODEL NUMBER
INSTALLATION AND CARE
UNPACKING
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GROUNDING
These numbers are found on the nameplate (serial tag) affixed to
the unit by the electrical cord Please record them in this booklet,
in the space provided on page 5. When ordering parts and/or
service, you will need to provide this information. The voltage and
amperage of the unit are also stamped on the serial tag.
After uncrating your cabinet, remove all tape and padding which
held all doors, shelves, racks, cord, etc., in place during shipment.
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Keep your cabinet clean by simply wiping the interior and
exterior, as needed, with a damp cloth or sponge and a mild
soapy solution.
NEVER USE ABRASIVES, ACIDS, OR
STRONG CLEANERS.
Do not flood or allow electrical parts to become wet.
The interior tray slide assemblies and humidifier pans
are removable for easy cleaning.
A stainless steel cleaner/polish is recommended for the
exterior to maintain a "like-new" appearance.
DO NOT USE WAX OR STRONG CLEANERS ON
DOOR GASKETS OR VINYL TRIM.
CLEANING
CONTROLS
FWE TOP MOUNT MOBILE HEATED CABINETS
CARE AND CONTROLS
The control panel is equipped with an adjustable thermostat
(to 190°F) for temperature selection, an operational range
thermometer to show the actual internal temperature of the
cabinet, a 20 amp ON/OFF rocker switch, a green power
indicating light to tell you when the cabinet is on, and an
amber indicating light that illuminates when the heating
element is activated and cycling.
Your cabinet may have been custom ordered with Protected
Security Controls or Hidden Controls are pre-set at factory.
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ON/OFF
Rocker
Switch
Heat Cycling
Indicator
Light (Amber)
Temperature
Setting
Power Indicator Light
(Green) Thermometer
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FWE TOP MOUNT MOBILE HEATED CABINETS
SERVICE RECORD
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Serial Number ______________________
Date of Purchase ______________________
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GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PRE-HEAT CABINET BEFORE LOADING FOOD
1) PLUG CABINET INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED
POWER RECEPTACLE. Press ON/OFF switch to
“ON” position. The red indicating light will come on
and remain on until power switch is turned to “OFF”,
or the unit is unplugged.
2) SELECT A TEMPERATURE SETTING. For most
foods, a holding temperature of 150° - 160°F should
be adequate.
3) FOR BEST RESULTS, PRE-HEAT CABINET
FOR 30 MINUTES, HEATING UP THE INTERIOR
STAINLESS STEEL WALLS.
When the cycling light goes off, the cabinet “air” has
reached the temperature which you selected in step 2.
By pre-heating cabinet at least 30 minutes, even after
the cycling light has gone off, you are heating up the
stainless steel wall interior. This retains cabinet heat
for faster recovery times.
By thoroughly pre-heating the unit before each use,
you heat up the interior stainless steel and obtain
the best holding results from your cabinet.
Note: Preheat longer for double-door cabinets.
4) LOAD THE CABINET.During the loading
procedure, keep the doors closed as much as
possible. After loading is completed, do not open
doors again until you are ready to serve.
Load cabinet with your HOT foods.
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5) TRANSPORTING HOT FOODS. Your cabinet is
equipped with a positive transportation latch to assure
safety during transportation. Before moving the cabinet,
keep it plugged in and wait until the amber cycling light
goes off. This recovery takes only a short time, and
allows the internal temperature to again reach the
setting you have selected. As soon as the cycling light
goes off, unplug the cabinet and wheel to serving area.
Plug the cabinet into an electrical outlet at the serving
location (if available), so that the thermostat will
re-activate and automatically hold your pre-selected
temperature.
CAUTION:
HOLDING FOOD AT
TEMPERATURES OF
LESS THAN 140°F
MAY BE DANGEROUS.
TEMPERATURES
UNDER 140°F
PROMOTE THE GROWTH
OF HARMFUL BACTERIA
AND TOXINS IN
SOME FOODS.
GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PUT HOT FOOD INTO A HOT CABINET
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PARTS LIST
FWE PARTS DEPARTMENT: 815 459 7500
CASTERS PART NUMBER
5” rigid CSTR 5 R-2
5” swivel with brake CSTR 5 SB-2
HARDWARE
Push handle, aluminum bar, 12.5” HDL 12.5 AL
Push handle, aluminum bar, 21.5” HDL 21.5 AL
Spacers for push handles SPCR125x.330
Bolts, hex head for handles B1/4-20x32NZ
Door gasket (by the foot) GSKT DR
Bumper insert, black vinyl BMPR INSERT
CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS
ON/OFF rocker switch, unlighted SWH RCK E1
Pilot light, green & amber LT PLT A/G
Knob for thermostat (Pointer) KNB H6
Thermometer T-METER H1
TRAY SLIDES
Tray slides, pair (TST models) SLD TS245
Tray slides, pair (UHST models) SLD UHS245
Other Replacement Parts are available. Your Model Number and
Serial Number are required when requesting Parts or Service.
These numbers are listed on your Serial Tag located by the power cord.
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TROUBLE-SHOOTING CHART
Check this list first before you call for service...
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
TEMP
TOO
HOT
TEMP
NOT
HOT
ENOUGH
NO HEAT
AT ALL
1 A] Adjustable thermostat
set too high
1B] Thermostat needs
re-calibrating**
2A] Opening door unnecessarily
2B] Thermostat set too low
2C] Cord plug pulled out from outlet
2D] Fuse blown - no power to outlet
2E] Thermostat out of calibration**
3A] Cabinet not plugged into outlet
3B] Thermostat knob at “ OFF ”
3C] Rocker switch at “ OFF ” position
3D] Fuse Blown - no power to outlet
3E] Thermostat needs replacing
3F] Heating element burned out*
1A] Set thermostat at a lower temperature
(no lower than 140°F).
1B] Loosen screw in thermostat knob and remove knob.
Adjust set screw in hollow stem with small blade
screwdriver by turning CLOCK-WISE.
1/4 turn lowers temperature approximately 10°F.
DO NOT REMOVE SET SCREW.
2A] Keep door closed and latched shut
as much as possible.
2B] Set thermostat at a higher temperature.
2C] Replug cord into proper outlet.
2D] Have a qualified electrician check power
and fuse box.
2E] Loosen set screw in thermostat knob
and remove knob. Adjust set screw in hollow stem
with small blade screwdriver by turning
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE.
1/4 turn raises temperature approximately
10°F. DO NOT REMOVE SET SCREW.
3A] Plug cabinet into properly grounded electrical outlet.
3B] Adjust thermostat knob to temperature
setting required.
3C] Turn switch to “ ON ” position.
3D] Have a qualified electrician check power
to fuse box.
3E] Unplug cabinet from electrical source.
Loosen set screw in thermostat knob and remove
knob. Remove control panel, disconnect wires from
terminals on thermostat, and remove 2 screws
holding thermostat to control panel. Replace
thermostat with new one, and re-install control
panel and thermostat knob.
3F] Unplug cart from electrical source. Remove screws
holding heating element in place. Gently pull
element away from back wall a few inches to
expose wire connections. Disconnect wires, and
replace element with new one. Reconnect wires,
secure element with screws.
* * NOTE: CALIBRATION IS EXCLUDED FROM FWE WARRANTY. Thermostats on all units are calibrated at the factory
* * prior to shipping. Due to conditions in transit, beyond our control, occasionally units will need to be re-calibrated prior
* * to use. This is a simple procedure for which instructions are given above. (1B, 2E)
* Heating element will either function or not function. Only a slight warmth indicates a problem with the thermostat,
* not the element.
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FWE TOP MOUNT MOBILE HEATED CABINETS
WIRING DIAGRAM
PILOT
LIGHT T-STAT
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
POWER
CORD
SWH
RCK
WHITE
WHITE
WHITE
ORANGE
BLOWER
MOTOR
BLOWER
MOTOR
BLOWER
MOTOR
HEATER
WHITE
RED
BLUE
RED
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FWE TOP MOUNT MOBILE HEATED CABINETS
LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY
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FWE / Food Warming Equipment Company, Inc. (Seller) warrants to the original purchaser,
subject to the exceptions and conditions below, that FWE manufactured equipment shall be
free from defects in material or factory workmanship, under ordinary use for the purpose for
which it is designed. The effective warranty period is as follows:
PARTS: Seller will furnish without charge to the original purchaser, FOB Sellers’ factory,
replacement parts for repairs to all new standard catalog products and factory custom /
modified units, which in Seller’s sole judgement, prove defective in materials or workmanship
under normal and proper use with the reserved right to request the return of any part claimed
to be defective, prior to issuing replacement part or authorizing warranty service, for a period
of two (2) years from date of original shipment from Seller’s plant, except for equipment used
in a Correctional Environment / Facilities, which is warranted for a period of one (1) year
from date of original shipment from Seller’s plant.
LABOR: Seller’s labor warranty shall be performed by a Seller-approved Service Agency who
must contact Seller to obtain a Warranty Service Authorization (WSA) number prior to
performing any repairs. If service is required during overtime periods, the difference between
overtime and standard labor rates shall be paid by the purchaser. Seller does not assume any
responsibility for any charges not expressly authorized, incidental to the repair or replacement
of equipment covered by this warranty, nor charges exceeding, in Sellers sole judgement,
normal and customary amounts. Only approved travel charges will be allowed. Seller’s labor
warranty shall be from the date of original shipment date from Seller’s plant for a period of one
(1) year, except for equipment used in a Correctional Environment / Facilities which is
warranted for a period of six (6) months.
This warranty is for normal usage and does not apply to any product or parts thereof that have
been misused, altered, or where Seller’s operating instructions or specific voltage is not
observed; nor shall this warranty apply to defective products or parts resulting from accident
following date of original shipment, nor extend to or cover removal, installation, reinstallation or
calibration, or service calls or cost of repairs undertaken by a customer. This warranty is also
subject to the following:
1.] Customer returning the warranty registration card, accompanying Sellers original
shipment, to Seller within thirty (30) days of receipt;
2.] Giving immediate notice of any allegedly defective part or product to Seller; and
3.] Customer, at Sellers request, returning said defective parts or product to Seller.
This is the sole warranty applicable to the merchandise. It is expressly understood that Seller’s
liability hereunder is limited to the repair or replacement, at Seller’s option, of products or parts,
defective materials or workmanship as provided above. Seller’s judgement as to the cause and
nature of any defect will be final.Seller shall in no case be responsible for special or con-
sequential damages or any other obligation or liability with respect to products sold by Seller.
This warranty, as stated above, applies to equipment installed in the Continental United States.
FWE equipment installed outside the Continental United States shall carry parts coverage
only. All labor costs are approved on a discretionary basis, based on like repairs in the
Continental U.S. This warranty shall stand in whole or in part as allowed by law. Any exclusion
of a part of this warranty, as may be allowed by law, shall not void balance of warranty.
This is a limited warranty pursuant to the Consumer Product Warranties Act, 15 U.S. Code. section 2303.
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WE OFFER SALES AND SERVICE WORLDWIDE
Food Warming Equipment Company, Inc.
P. O. Box 1001
Crystal Lake, IL 60039-1001
Manufacturing Facilities:
7900 S. Route 31
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
OpsManual_TopMountDialFace © 2008 Food Warming Equipment Co., Inc. Printed in USA
FWE Parts Department:
815 459 7500
FAX:
815 459 7989
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