Important Safety Information - Hatco HEATMAX RCTHW2 Series Installation And Operating Manual

Read the following important safety information before using this equipment to avoid
serious injury or death and to avoid damage to equipment or property .
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD:
• Unit must be installed by a qualified electrician.
Installation must conform to all local electrical codes.
Installation by unqualified personnel will void unit
warranty and may lead to electric shock or burn, as
well as damage to unit and/or its surroundings.
• Units supplied without a plug require field installation
of proper plug or a hardwired connection to on-
site electrical system. Connection must be properly
grounded and of correct voltage, size, and configuration
for electrical specifications of unit. Contact a qualified
electrician to determine and install proper electrical
connection.
• Turn OFF power switch, unplug power cord/turn off
power at circuit breaker, and allow unit to cool before
performing any cleaning, adjustments, or maintenance.
• DO NOT submerge or saturate with water. Unit is not
waterproof. Do not operate if unit has been submerged
or saturated with water.
• Unit is not weatherproof. Locate unit indoors where
ambient air temperature is a minimum of 21°C (70°F).
• Do not steam clean or use excessive water on unit.
• This unit is not "jet-proof" construction. Do not use jet-
clean spray to clean this unit.
• Do not pull unit by power cord.
• Discontinue use if power cord is frayed or worn.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace a damaged power
cord. Cord must be replaced by Hatco, an Authorized
Hatco Service Agent, or a person with similar
qualifications.
• Do not use unit to melt or hold ice. Doing so may
cause condensation, creating an electrical hazard and
causing personal injury and/or damage to unit. Damage
caused by condensation is not covered by warranty.
• Use only Genuine Hatco Replacement Parts when
service is required. Failure to use Genuine Hatco
Replacement Parts will void all warranties and may
subject operators of the equipment to hazardous
electrical voltage, resulting in electrical shock or burn.
Genuine Hatco Replacement Parts are specified to
operate safely in the environments in which they are
used. Some aftermarket or generic replacement parts
do not have the characteristics that will allow them to
operate safely in Hatco equipment.
FIRE HAZARD:
• Locate unit a minimum of 25 mm (1") from combustible
walls and materials. If safe distances are not
maintained, discoloration or combustion could occur.
• Do not use harsh chemicals such as bleach (or cleaners
containing bleach), oven cleaners, or flammable
cleaning solutions to clean this unit.
Make sure all operators have been instructed on the safe
and proper use of the unit.
RCTHW2M_CN-0722

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

This unit is not intended for use by children or persons
with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities.
Ensure proper supervision of children and keep them away
from the unit.
This unit has no "user-serviceable" parts. If service is
required on this unit, contact an Authorized Hatco Service
Agent or contact Hatco at (0512) 6732-5091.
BURN HAZARD:
• Some exterior surfaces on unit will get hot. Use caution
when touching these areas.
• Hot water in unit may cause scalding injury. Allow unit
to cool before draining or cleaning.
Locate unit at the proper counter height in an area that is
convenient for use. The location should be level to prevent
the unit or its contents from falling accidentally and strong
enough to support the weight of the unit and contents.
Do not move or relocate unit when it contains food
product. Turn off unit, remove food product, and allow to
cool completely before moving or cleaning.
Standard and approved manufacturing oils may smoke up
to 30 minutes during initial startup. This is a temporary
condition. Operate unit without food product until smoke
dissipates.
Use non-abrasive cleaners and cloths only. Abrasive
cleaners and cloths could scratch finish of unit, marring its
appearance and making it susceptible to soil accumulation.
Do not lay unit on the side with the control panel. Damage
to the unit could occur.
Remote mounted control boxes must have a minimum
152 mm (6") clearance from unit (not to exceed
1420 mm [56"]). Mounting control box closer may cause
heat damage to electrical system in control box.
Do not locate unit in an area subject to excessive
temperatures or grease from grills, fryers, etc. Excessive
temperatures could cause damage to the unit.
Unit is designed and recommended for use in or on
metallic countertops. Damage to any countertop material
is not covered under the Hatco warranty. For other
surfaces, verify with manufacturer that material is suitable
for prolonged temperatures up to 100°C (212°F).
Do not use excessive force when tightening mounting
screws on built-in units. This may damage unit and/or
countertop.
Do not operate unit without food product/water in well.
Damage to unit could occur.
3
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE