User Guide

HOW TO USE YOUR BUFFET SERVER
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USING THE WARMING TRAY FOR SERVING:
CAUTION:
DO NOT LEAVE FOOD ON THE BUFFET WARMING TRAY FOR MORE THAN 5
HOURS.
1. Make sure the unit is unplugged and set to the “OFF” position.
2. Remove the retaining shelf, serving trays, and the lids. Place the warming tray on
top of a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface.
3. Ensure that the flat stainless steel surface of the warming tray is clean and
thoroughly dry.
4. Place pre-cooked food items onto the warming tray.
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NOTE: DO NOT use the clear lids directly on the hot surface of the warming tray.
5. Plug the unit into a standard 120V outlet.
6. Turn the appliance on by adjusting the thermostat control to your desired heat
setting: “Low”, “Medium” or “High”. The indicator light will come on. Once the
selected temperature 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.
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NOTE: The indicator light will turn on and off while your buffet server is in operation
as it maintains the temperature selected.
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.
WARNIN
G:
Use caution when serving food from the warming tray as the surface will
be very hot.
8. Once you are done using the warming tray, turn the thermostat control to the “OFF”
position.
9. Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet.
10. Remove any remaining food from the warming tray.
11. 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.)
HINTS AND TIPS
• It is important to maintain all cooked foods at a minimum of 140º 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 fluctuate 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.
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