Sterno SpeedHeat Quick Start Manual

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READ ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT "HOW TO USE" PRIOR TO USE TO AVOID INJURY.
ALWAYS use in a well-ventilated area where air flow is circulating and not trapped or limited within a small
or enclosed space. NEVER block airflow to where SpeedHeat™ is operating. If space heaters, furnace,
stove or any gas-fueled or heat producing appliance or device are being used during the operation of
SpeedHeat™, make sure that they have sufficient room for ventilation. NEVER use SpeedHeat™ inside a
camping tent, automobile, recreational vehicle or trailer of any size or type.

HOW TO USE

Read ALL WARNINGS and INSTRUCTIONS on the back of SpeedHeat™ packet packaging prior to use.
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2. Position SpeedHeat™ base where you plan on serving the food.
3. Fill a small pitcher or large glass with room temperature water.
4. When food is cooked, hot, and ready to serve, remove the SpeedHeat™ packet from the packaging and place in the small reservoir.
a. Avoid using sharp objects to open, as it might puncture SpeedHeat™ packet.
b. If SpeedHeat™ packet is punctured, DO NOT use.
If applicable, remove the second SpeedHeat™ packet from its packaging and place it in the second SpeedHeat™ small reservoir.
5.
a. DO NOT place two SpeedHeat™ packets in the same reservoir as it will not heat adequately.
6. Fill each small reservoir to the top with water. Approximately 10oz. in each reservoir.
7. Place foil food pan(s) into the SpeedHeat™ base.
8. After approximately 30 - 60 seconds, you will hear and see the steam after the SpeedHeat™ packet has activated.
a. Depending on the water temperature, it could take longer.
9. After completion of serving the food (approximately 30 - 45 minutes after SpeedHeat™ activation), it is safe to recycle the SpeedHeat™
base and tray, and dispose of the SpeedHeat™ packets into the trash.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT SPEEDHEAT™ MODEL DO I HAVE?
SpeedHeat™
Holds (2) ⁄ size foil pans
" deep, 12 ⁄ " length, 10 ⁄ " width
sized 2 ⁄
HOW MANY TIMES CAN I REUSE MY SPEEDHEAT™ BASE?
Reusability may vary based on the weight of the food being served.
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The SpeedHeat™ base may be reused approximately 3 times or until wear and tear results in an improper fit with the SpeedHeat™ tray,
signaling the time to recycle.
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The SpeedHeat™ ½ Size base may be reused up to a maximum of 3 times before recycling.

CAN I BUY SPEEDHEAT PACKETS SEPARATELY?

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Sterno SpeedHeat™ Refills are available. 1 Refill includes 2 SpeedHeat™ packets and 1
SpeedHeat™ tray. Visit SternoProducts.com for more information.
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Sterno SpeedHeat™ is a food warming system that includes a specially designed base,
tray and SpeedHeat™ packets that must be used together, as directed, for best
performance and to avoid potential risks of harm.
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Using Sterno SpeedHeat™ Refills with any other equipment, such as in a chafing dish water pan,
regardless of the type, material or design, is a misuse of the product that may cause personal injury.
HOW DO I USE THE REFILLS FOR A SPEEDHEAT™ ½ SIZE?
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The SpeedHeat™ tray does not need to be used with the SpeedHeat™ ½ Size and can be recycled before using. Remove SpeedHeat™
packet from packaging, and place in the SpeedHeat™ ½ Size small reservoir. Refer to instructions for use.
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2 Small Reservoirs
Tray
Base
SpeedHeat™ 1/3 Deep Size
Holds (3) ⁄ deep size foil pans
" deep, 12 ⁄ " length, 6 ⁄ " width
sized 3 ⁄
1 Small Reservoir (center)
SpeedHeat™ 1/2 Size
Holds (1) ⁄ size foil pan
" deep, 12 ⁄ " length, 10 ⁄ " width
sized 2 ⁄
SpeedHeat™ Refill
2 SpeedHeat™ packets
1 SpeedHeat™ tray