Troubleshooting

To isolate a malfunction, proceed as follows:

  • Clearly define the problem (or symptom) and when it occurs.

  • Locate the problem in the Troubleshooting table.

  • Review all possible causes. Then, one-at-a-time, work through the list of corrections until the problem is solved.

Problem Cause Solution
Product not holding temperature

 

 

 

 

   
Thermostat set too low Increase thermostat setting by removing hole plug on control panel and turning the shaft clockwise with a screwdriver.

Doors/drawers left open

Keep doors/drawers closed except to load and serve product

Product held too long

Hold product only for recommended times

Control temperature set too low

Increase air temperature (CDT control only)

or

Increase thermostat setting by removing hole plug on control panel and turning the shaft clockwise with a screwdriver

Cabinet steaming product soggy

 

Too much humidity inside cabinet Remove one or more baffles from water pan

Water pan not filling

Water supply off or

disconnected

Check water supply line

Plugged water strainer Clean water strainer
Corroded water pan Clean water pan
Faulty or corroded water valve Clean water valve; replace if necessary
Water pan overflows

 

Water pan not installed or installed improperly Check water pan installation

Corroded water pan

Clean water pan

Faulty or corroded water valve Clean water valve; replace if bad
Faulty float switch Check float switch
With switch in ON position the cabinet is completely inoperative

 

Unit not connected to electrical supply Plug cord into electrical outlet
Open breaker or fuse Reset breaker or install new fuse in junction box

Faulty cord or plug

Check cord and plug