Food Warmer User Manual
V SERIES FOOD HOLDING, TRANSPORT, & BANQUET CARTS  F-41140 (09-09) 
9 
TROUBLESHOOTING 
SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY
Cabinet not connected to 
power source.
Connect cabinet to power source.
ON/OFF switch not ON (VHFA 
series)
Turn ON/OFF switch ON
Check circuit breaker
Check GFCI
Moisture problem. Dry moisture problem.
Shorted element Contact Authorized Service Provider.
Pinched/damaged wire. Contact Authorized Service Provider.
Damaged power cord. Contact Authorized Service Provider.
Cabinet is connected to 
power source, switch is ON, 
circuit breaker is ON, but 
cabinet is not heating.
Defective: element, 
thermometer, thermostat, etc. 
Contact Authorized Service Provider.
Power/Heat Indicator Light 
not lit.
Light faulty Contact Authorized Service Provider.
Door not shut properly or 
needs adjustment
Check door seal and Contact 
Authorized Service Provider.
Defective: element, 
thermometer, thermostat, 
thermostat requires 
adjustment
Contact Authorized Service Provider.
ON/OFF switch not ON (VHFA 
series)
Turn ON/OFF switch ON
Defective fan. Contact Authorized Service Provider.
Cabinet not operating
No power.
GFCI or Ground Fault 
Circuit Indicator tripped
Cabinet does not heat 
properly
Fan not operating (VHFA 
series)
SERVICE & PARTS INFORMATION 
To obtain Service and Parts information concerning this model, contact Vulcan-Hart 
Service Department at the address listed on the front cover of this manual or refer to 
our website: www.vulcanhart.com for a complete listing of Authorized Service and Parts 
depots.    
      Customer Service  1-800-814-2028 
      Technical Service 1-800-814-2028 
      Service Parts  1-800-814-2028 
When calling for service, have the model number and serial number available. 










