Pratica Chef Express Service Manual page 83

IR Element
The bottom infrared heater is a sheathed-style heater rated at 3,000 watts at 208V AC. The bottom
heater is controlled by the heater contactor located on the right side of the unit.
Testing IR Element
1) Remove the right and left side panels of the unit.
2) Look for any physical damage on the heater element or wires. If any damage is seen,
remember to unplug the unit before continuing.
3) Locate the bottom heater contactor on right side of unit to get amp draw.
4) Place amp clamp around bottom right heater wire and turn unit on.
• The amp draw should be between 14-15 amps on the bottom white heater wire.
• If there is no amp draw, verify the heater breaker is not tripped. If the breakers are not
tripped, replace the IR element.
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