Maximatic ELITE PLATINUM EWM-9933 - Manual (Page 3)

BEFORE FIRST USE
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1. Remove packaging materials such as cardboard, plastics or Styrofoam and
discard appropriately.
2. Wipe clean all the parts with a soft damp cloth or sponge and dry thoroughly.
3. Assemble the buffet server according to the drawing on page 2 under Parts &
Features.
4. Make sure the temperature control setting is in the “OFF” position.
5. Plug the appliance into a grounded outlet only.
6. Turn the temperature setting to “HIGH” and leave on for 5 minutes to burn off any
excess residue that may be present from the manufacturing process that was not
cleaned during step 3. You may experience an unusual smell which is normal
and will go away after a short period of time.
DO NOT USE ABRASIVE MATERIALS TO CLEAN THE SURFACE!
DO NOT IMMERSE THE WARMING TRAY OR PLUG IN WATER OR
OTHER LIQUIDS!
BEGIN USING YOUR BUFFET SERVER .
1. With the temperature control setting in the “OFF” position, plug the power cord
into a grounded electrical outlet.
2. The Power indicator light is blue. The Temperature light is red and will come on
while the unit is heating up to the desired temperature or adjusting to maintain a
steady temperature. If the red light is off then the desired temperature setting
has been reached.
3. Place defrosted or pre-heated food into the large pan or each buffet tray as
desired. This is not intended to defrost or cook food.
IT IS RECOMMENDED TO REMOVE THE LARGE PAN AND BUFFET TRAYS
FROM THE WARMER IF IN USE WHILE THE CONTAINERS ARE EMPTY.
4. Adjust the temperature setting knob to the desired temperature.
5. Once you are through using the Buffet Server, turn the temperature setting to the
“OFF” position.
6. Remove the plug from the wall outlet.
7. Let the appliance completely cool down before removal and cleaning of the large
pan and / or the buffet trays.
8. Remove any remaining food from the buffet containers.
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HELPFUL TIPS .
1. It is important to maintain all cooked foods at a minimum of 140º over an extended
period of time to prevent any food borne illness.
2. It is recommended to periodically check the temperature of the food with a food
thermometer
while serving.
3. All foods have different consistencies so depending on what you are serving you may
have to adjust the temperature lower or higher to maintain a minimum temperature of
140º.
4. Temperatures may fluctuate as the food is being served and the contents of the large
pan and / or buffet trays are emptied.
5. You may adjust the temperature accordingly to avoid over or under heating the prepared
food.
USING THE WARMING TRAY ONLY
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1. With the temperature setting in the “OFF” position, plug the appliance into a grounded
outlet.
2. Do not use the large pan and buffet trays.
3. Clean and dry the surface thoroughly before use. See Care & Cleaning Instructions in
this manual.
4. Set the temperature control to “Warming Tray”.
5. Place food on the warming tray to keep warm. This is not intended to defrost or cook
food.
NOTE: Do not place clear dome lids on warming tray surface.
6. Food should be left on the warming tray less time than when the large pan and / or
buffet trays are used as it is not covered. Recommended time is 2-3 hours.
7. Once you are through using the Warming Tray, turn the temperature setting to the “OFF”
position and unplug from the outlet.
8. Let the appliance completely cool down before cleaning and storage.
USING THE WARMING TRAY with LARGE PAN
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1. With the temperature setting in the “OFF” position, plug the appliance into a grounded
outlet.
2. Clean and dry the surface thoroughly before use. See Care & Cleaning Instructions in
this manual.
3. The large pan is oven safe so you can take your dish directly from the oven to the
warming tray. NOTE: Always use oven mitts when removing large pan from the
oven, as handles will be hot.
4. Set the temperature control knob to the desired temperature.
5. Monitor the temperature of the food regularly to ensure a minimum temperature of 140º
is maintained.
6. Once you are through using the Warming Tray, turn the temperature setting to the “OFF”
position and unplug from the outlet.
7. Let the appliance completely cool down before cleaning and storage.
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