Lakeland 13482 User manual

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USER MANUAL
LUXU RY B U FF E T S E R V E R
Model: 13482
Helpline No: 015394 88100
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Lakeland Buffet Server, which is designed to keep a variety of cooked foods
appetisingly hot until you are ready to serve. The Buffet Server lends itself to many different occasions because
it can be used in three different ways:
• as a simple warming tray, say for takeaway food
• to keep a family-sized dish warm, such as curries or cottage pie
• to present a complete cooked meal e.g. casserole, potatoes and vegetables.
To help you make the most of your purchase, please take a few moments to read these instructions before using
the Buffet Server for the first time, and keep them in a safe place for future reference.
FEATURES
1. Large lid with spoon holes
2. Individual serving dishes with lids
3. Large ovenproof dish
4. Heated base
5. Temperature dial
6. Heat/power indicator light
Power: 450W
Operating voltage: 230V
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using this Buffet Server, please follow these basic safety precautions.
1. Please read all instructions before using.
2. This appliance is for household use only. It is not suitable for commercial use, or for use outdoors.
3. This appliance has been designed purely for the purpose of keeping cooked food warm. It is not intended
for any other use, such as defrosting, reheating leftovers, or cooking food from scratch. It must only be
used with the accessories supplied by the manufacturer. The use of any other attachments may result in
fire, electric shock or injury, and should be avoided.
4. Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of your table or worktop, touch any hot surfaces or become
tangled. Do not place the Buffet Server on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in or near a heated oven.
5. An extension cable may be used with care. The electrical rating of the cable should be at least as great as
that of the appliance. Do not allow the cable to hang over the edge of your table or worktop, touch any hot
surfaces or become tangled.
6. Always make sure the temperature dial is turned to OFF before plugging the Buffet Server into the mains
socket.
7. The Buffet Server will become very hot during use and must not be placed directly onto a surface that may
be damaged by heat. Never attempt to move or clean the Buffet Server until it has completely cooled down.
8. Dishes should be removed from the heated base once they are empty, to prevent damaging the appliance.
9. Fill the dishes no more than two-thirds full to help prevent hot food spillages. Never lift or move the heated
base with the dishes on top.
10. When not in use, turn the temperature dial to OFF and unplug the Buffet Server.
11. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the heated base, power cord or plug in water or any
other liquid.
12. This appliance is not intended for use by children or infirm people unless they have been adequately
supervised by a responsible person to ensure they can use it safely. Children should be supervised to
ensure they do not play with the Buffet Server. It must not be left unattended during use.
13. Do not use the Buffet Server if the power cord or plug show any signs of damage, or if the appliance is
dropped, damaged or working incorrectly. Call the helpline on 015394 88100 to arrange a repair or
replacement. Never try to repair the Buffet Server yourself as this may cause electric shock.
BEFORE USING YOUR BUFFET SERVER FOR THE FIRST TIME
Carefully unpack the Buffet Server and remove any packaging. Wash all the dishes and lids in warm soapy water.
Rinse and dry thoroughly. Please note: the dishes are also dishwasher-safe but the lids are not. Wipe the base
with a slightly damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
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USING THE BUFFET SERVER AS A WARMING TRAY
The heated base of the Buffet Server may be used on its own, as a simple warming tray. This is especially useful
for foil dishes of takeaway food. Dry foods such as pizza may also be placed directly onto the surface.
1. Turn the temperature dial to OFF and plug the power cord into a mains socket. The green power light will
come on.
2. Turn the temperature dial to WAR ING TRAY. The yellow temperature light will come on to show the
Buffet Server is heating up or, later on, adjusting to maintain a steady temperature. When the chosen
temperature is reached, the light will turn off.
3. Next, place your food onto the heated base. A maximum of 2 to 3 hours is recommended. Please note: the
clear lids must not be placed directly onto the heated base. They should only be used to cover the serving
dishes.
4. Once you have finished using the warming tray, turn the temperature dial to OFF and unplug from the
mains socket. Allow to cool down completely before cleaning and storing away. See CARE AND
CLEANING.
USING THE LARGE OVENPROOF DISH
For keeping family-sized dinners warm, such as curry, hotpot or cottage pie, the large ovenproof dish comes into
its own. The dish may be warmed in an oven up to 350°C (180°C) before filling with food, to help keep the
contents hot for longer. Please note: because the dish has a generous capacity, it can only be accommodated
by larger domestic ovens, not standard sized ovens. The silicone handles will become hot, so please wear oven
gloves.
1. Turn the temperature dial to OFF and plug the power cord into a mains socket. The green power light will
come on.
2. Turn the temperature dial to LOW, EDIU or HIGH, depending on the consistency of the food you are
keeping warm. See HELPFUL TIPS. The yellow temperature light will come on to show the Buffet Server
is heating up or, later, adjusting to maintain a steady temperature. When the chosen temperature is
reached, the light will turn off.
3. Next, place hot, cooked food into the large dish and place it onto the heated base. A maximum of 4 hours
is recommended. To prevent drying out, cover the food with the large lid, which has handy slots for serving
spoons.
4. Once you have finished using the Buffet Server, turn the temperature dial to OFF and unplug from the
mains socket. Allow to cool down completely before cleaning and storing away. See CARE AND
CLEANING.
USING THE INDIVIDUAL SERVING DISHES
A choice of hot foods or a complete meal may be kept warm in the trio of individual serving dishes. Each is
supplied with a lid to keep the contents hot for longer and prevent drying out. The dishes may also be warmed
in an oven up to 350°C (180°C) before filling with food. Please note: the lids are not ovenproof.
1. Turn the temperature dial to OFF and plug the power cord into a mains socket. The green power light will
come on.
2. Turn the temperature dial to EDIU or HIGH, depending on the consistency of your food. See
HELPFUL TIPS. The yellow temperature light will come on to show the Buffet Server is heating up or, later,
adjusting to maintain a steady temperature. When the chosen temperature is reached, the light will turn off.
3. Next, place hot, cooked food into the individual dishes and put the lids on. Sit them inside the large dish,
on top of the heated base. A maximum of 4 hours is recommended. If you prefer, the large lid may be used
to cover all three dishes.
4. Once you have finished using the Buffet Server, turn the temperature dial to OFF and unplug from the
mains socket. Allow to cool down completely before cleaning and storing away. See CARE AND
CLEANING.
HELPFUL TIPS
The Buffet Server is designed to keep cooked food hot, and is not suitable for defrosting food, reheating
leftovers or cooking food from scratch. For the very best results, begin with piping hot food, and pre-warm the
dishes in an oven up to 350°C (180°C).
To ensure good food hygiene, we recommend that food is checked at regular intervals with a kitchen
thermometer, to maintain a minimum temperature of 140°F (60°C). The temperature may be adjusted simply by
turning the dial.
The temperature you select will depend on the consistency of the food being served e.g. gravy requires a lower
temperature to keep warm, and mashed potatoes require a higher temperature.
Once the dishes are empty, lift them off the heated base. This will make for easier cleaning, and will also help to
prevent damage to the appliance.
Over time, prolonged use of the Buffet Server at high temperatures may lead to discoloration of the dishes, or
scorch marks on the heated base. This is perfectly normal and will not affect performance.
When serving sauces or creamy dishes, we recommend that some water is added to the large dish before the
individual dishes are placed inside, to create a ‘bain marie’ effect. This will help to spread the heat more evenly,
without hotspots.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
This appliance is fitted with a fused three-pin plug to BS1363 which is suitable for use in all homes fitted with
sockets to current specifications. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, it should be cut off and
carefully disposed of. To avoid an electric shock, do not insert the discarded plug into a socket.
Fitting a new plug
If for any reason you need to fit a new plug, the flexible mains lead must be connected as shown here. The wires
in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Conne t BLUE to Neutral (N)
Conne t GREEN & YELLOW to Earth (E)
Conne t BROWN to Live (L)
3 amp fuse to be used
If the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance do not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured green and yellow UST
be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter E (Earth) or coloured green. The wire which is
coloured blue UST be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N (Neutral) or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown UST be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L (Live)
or coloured red.
Before refitting the plug cover, check that there are no cut or stray strands of wire inside the plug. Use a 3 amp
BS1362 fuse. Only BSI or ASTA approved fuses should be used. If you are at all unsure which plug or fuse to
use, always refer to a qualified electrician.
Note: after replacing or changing a fuse on a moulded plug which has a fuse cover, the cover must be refitted
to the plug; the appliance must not be used without a fuse cover. If lost, replacement fuse covers can be
obtained from an electrical shop. This appliance complies with the following EEC Directives: 73/23 EEC (Low
Voltage Directive) and 89/336 EEC (E C Directive).
HANDY TEMPERATURE GUIDE
The Buffet Server is designed to reach a minimum temperature for each setting.
WAR ING TRAY – 62-68°C (145-155°F)
This setting is only used when placing food directly onto the heated surface, or for keeping foil dishes of
takeaway food warm.
LOW – 45°C (115°F)
This is the minimum setting when using the large dish.
EDIU – 55°C (130°F)
This is the minimum setting when using the large dish and individual dishes together.
HIGH – 65°C (150°F)
This is the highest setting for the large and individual dishes.
Please note: when LOW, EDIU or HIGH is selected, the heated base will become much hotter than the
temperatures stated above. This is so that ample heat can be transferred to the food inside the dishes.
CARE AND CLEANING
Before cleaning the Buffet Server, ensure the temperature dial is turned to OFF and the power cord is
unplugged from the mains socket. CAUTION: always allow the Buffet Server to cool down completely before
cleaning.
Wash the lids in warm soapy water with a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
The large dish and individual dishes are dishwasher-safe. They may also be washed in warm soapy water with
a sponge or soft cloth. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Wipe the heated base with a slightly damp cloth and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. CAUTION: the heated
base, power cord and plug must not be immersed in water. Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads as
they will damage the surface.
RECYCLING YOUR ELECTRICALS
Along with many other high street retailers, Lakeland has joined a scheme whereby customers can take their
unwanted electricals to recycling points set up around the country. Visit www.re y le-more. o.uk to find your
nearest recycling point.
0005
E
Earth(green/yellow)
L
N
Neutral(blue)
3amp FUS E
3amp fuse
Live(brown)
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