Cres Cor 131-UA-B Series Hot Cabinet Operating And Maintenance Instructions

The Cres Cor 131-UA-B Series is a hot cabinet designed to keep food at safe serving temperatures. It features a thermostat that can be adjusted from 115°F to 175°F, a water pan to add humidity, and a blower to circulate the air. The cabinet is also equipped with a gravity-type latch and a power switch with a pilot light.

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Hot Cabinet

Rev. 5 (3/10)

5925 Heisley Road • Mentor, OH 44060-1833

OPERATING and MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Models: 130B and 131B Series Hot Cabinets

FL-1390-3

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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Model No.

Volts

130B & 131B Series 120

131B & 131B Series w/240 suffi x

240

All are designed for AC service.

Watts

2000

Amps

17.3

8.6

Hertz

Phase

NEMA

5-20P

6-15P

HOW TO INSTALL UNIT:

1. Place cabinet near warm ovens. Do NOT put in drafty areas or near ventilating systems.

Plug cord end into proper wall outlet.

Fill water pan if humidity is required.

Note: Pan holds 2 quarts (1.9 liters) of water.

HOW TO START UNIT:

1. Turn the POWER switch on. The yellow light will turn on.

2. Turn thermostat to #10.

3. Preheat cabinet for 30 minutes.

4. Put food into cabinet.

5. Turn thermostat to #8 and close door.

Note: No. 8 setting = approx. 175°F (79°C).

No. 6 setting = approx. 145°F (63°C).

No. 4 setting = approx. 115°F (46°C).

Proper food holding temperature is

140°F (60°C or higher.

The thermometer shows the temperature inside.

TO TURN OFF UNIT:

1. Turn thermostat off.

2. Turn the POWER switch off. The yellow light will go out.

1 2

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

1. Power Switch

2. Thermostat

3. Temperature Display

4. Heater

5. Water Pan w/cover

Call Toll-free: 877-CRES COR (273-7267) • Fax: 800-822-0393 • www.crescor.com

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OPERATING and MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Models: 130B and 131B Series Hot Cabinets

MAINTENANCE

HOT UNIT REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Unplug power cord from wall outlet.

2. Remove screw from back of cabinet located just above the cord.

3. Slide the entire unit out the front of the cabinet.

HOW TO CLEAN THE CABINET:

BEFORE cleaning

WARNING

the cabinet:

1. Allow cabinet to cool.

2. Remove Hot unit from cabinet.

3. Do NOT use abrasives or harsh chemicals.

Cleaning hints:

1. Wipe up spills as soon as possible.

2. Clean cabinet regularly to avoid heavy dirt build-up.

3. Make a test spot with cleaner.

4. Follow manufacturer’s directions on cleaner.

5. Do not mix cleaners.

6. Avoid drips and splashes.

HOW TO CLEAN THE UNIT:

CABINET and DOOR

(Aluminum)

Inside and

Outside

Soil Cleaner Method

DIRT

FINGERPRINTS,

GREASE and OIL

Mild *detergent and hot water, or mild abrasive cleaner.

Steam (no strong alkaline additive)

Chemical oven cleaner for aluminum

1. Use soft, damp cloth.

2. Rinse with hot water.

3. Wipe dry

1. Rinse after steam cleaning.

2. Wipe dry.

Follow oven cleaner manufacturer’s directions.

Mild abrasive cleaner; oily or waxy cleaner.

Mild abrasive cleaner

Apply with soft, clean cloth.

WATER SPOTS 1. Apply with damp cloth.

2. Rinse and dry.

*Mild detergents include soaps and non-abrasive cleaners.

Call Toll-free: 877-CRES COR (273-7267) • Fax: 800-822-0393 • www.crescor.com

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5925 Heisley Road • Mentor, OH 44060-1833

OPERATING and MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Models: 130B and 131B Series Hot Cabinets

TROUBLE-SHOOTING CHART:

FAILURE

1. Yellow light at switch does not light.

2. Unit does not heat.

3. Unit gets too hot or won’t shut off.

4. Blower does not work or makes noise.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1a. Circuit breaker/fuse to wall outlet is blown.

1b. Cord is unplugged from wall outlet or cabinet.

1c. Switch is “OFF”.

2a. Thermostat set too low or is “OFF”.

2b. Water in pan may be low.

2c. Switch is “OFF”.

3a. Defective electrical parts.

UNPLUG UNIT FROM WALL OUTLET.

4a. Defective blower.

Note: Optional digital thermometer will fl ash if cabinet temperature is below 140°F or above 250°F.

Call the factory if you need different settings.

If cause is none of the above, refer to our list of Authorized Service Centers, FL-1400.

Instructions for replacing parts are included in replacement parts kits.

REPLACEMENT PARTS:

DESCRIPTION 120 VOLT 240 VOLT

Hot Unit ..................................................... HU-18-1254-44 ............ HU-18-1254-45

Air Tunnel .................................................. 6217 .............................. 6217

Water Pan, Complete ................................. 1017-001-03 ................. 1017-001-03

Water Pan, Pan only ................................... 1017-010 ...................... 1017-010

Blower Kit ................................................. 0769-005-K .................. 0769-006-K-1

Blower Motor Cover .................................. 1253-289 ...................... 1253-289

Card Clip .................................................... 5258-010 ...................... 5258-010

Heater Kit ................................................... 0811-022-K .................. 0811-023-K

Latch, Gravity type .................................... 1136-K .......................... 1136-K

Power Cord ................................................ 0810-093 ...................... 0810-039

Power Switch ............................................. 0808-116 ...................... 0808-116

Pilot Light .................................................. 0766-094 ...................... 0766-095

Terminal Block (Front, power) .................. 0852-091 ...................... 0852-091

Terminal Block (Rear) ............................... 0978-007-K .................. 0978-007-K

Thermostat Kit ........................................... 0848-062-K .................. 0848-062-K

Thermometer Kit (Analog) ........................ 5238-030-K .................. 5238-030-K

Thermometer Kit (Digital °F) .................... 5238-034-K .................. 5238-034-K

Thermometer °F only ............................ 5238-034 ...................... 5238-034

Transformer, 110/220V only ................. 0769-159 ...................... 0769-159

Thermometer Kit (Digital °C) ................... 5238-034-K1 ................ 5238-034-K1

Thermometer °C only ........................... 5238-034-1 ................... 5238-034-1

Transformer, 110/220V only ................. 0769-159 ...................... 0769-159

Timer .......................................................... 0849-008-K .................. 0849-009-K

Wiring Harness .......................................... 5812-899

Call Toll-free: 877-CRES COR (273-7267) • Fax: 800-822-0393 • www.crescor.com

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OPERATING and MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Models: 130B and 131B Series Hot Cabinets

5-20P

120V, 20A

GREEN

6-15P

240V, 15A

GREEN

BROWN

1 2

SLEEVING

TERMINAL

BLOCK

BLUE

5 12

HEATER

BLOWER

FOR 220V

TRANSFORMER

110V/220V

4 3

8 5

51 t°

SENSOR

DIP SWITCH (SW1)

SETTINGS

1 2 3

OFF

F°

OFF

C°

FOR 120V

TRANSFORMER

110V/220V

4 3

8 5

TERMINAL

BLOCK

THERMOSTAT t°

SENSOR

WIRE HARNESS 5812-918

OPTIONAL

ELECTRICAL SPECS.

Model 1254-044

2075W, 120V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph

AC Service

Model 1254-045

2075W, 240V, 60 Hz, 1 Ph

AC Service

1 2

SPLICE

POWER

SWITCH

PILOT

LIGHT

Call Toll-free: 877-CRES COR (273-7267) • Fax: 800-822-0393 • www.crescor.com

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Frequently asked questions

Model 130B and 131B operate on 120 volts, using 17.3 amps, 2000 watts, and 60 Hertz. Model 131B with the 240 suffix operates on 240 volts, using 8.6 amps, 2000 watts, and 60 Hertz. Both models are designed for single-phase AC service.

Place the cabinet near warm ovens, away from drafty areas and ventilating systems. Plug the cord end into a proper wall outlet. Fill the water pan with 2 quarts (1.9 liters) of water if humidity is required.

Turn on the POWER switch, then turn the thermostat to #10. Preheat the cabinet for 30 minutes, then place food inside and turn the thermostat to #8.

Turn the thermostat off, then turn the POWER switch off.

The proper food holding temperature is 140°F (60°C) or higher.

Unplug the power cord, remove the hot unit from the cabinet, and allow the cabinet to cool. Use a soft, damp cloth with mild detergent and hot water to clean the dirt. Rinse with hot water and wipe dry. For fingerprints, grease, and oil, use a mild abrasive cleaner or oily or waxy cleaner applied with a soft, clean cloth. For water spots, use a mild abrasive cleaner applied with a damp cloth, then rinse and dry.