Built-In Ceramic Hotplate Operation Manual Model HC-1006, HC-1256, HC-2256

INSTALLATION 
NOTE: DO NOT discard 
the carton or other packing 
materials until you have 
inspected the appliance for 
hidden damage and tested it 
for proper operation. 
Refer to SHIPPING DAMAGE 
CLAIM PROCEDURE on the 
inside front cover of this 
manual. 
Fig. 3 Set the Wellsloks 
IMPORTANT: 
Water damage caused by 
failure to seat Wellsloks or 
failure to install gasket or to 
seal flange to counter is NOT 
covered by warranty 
IMPORTANT: 
Contact a licensed electrician 
to install and connect electrical 
power to the hotplate. 
IMPORTANT: 
Damage due to being 
connected to the wrong voltage 
or phase is NOT covered by 
warranty.
UNPACKING & INSPECTION 
Carefully remove the hotplate from the carton. Remove all 
protective plastic film, packing materials and accessories from the 
hotplate before connecting the hotplate into electrical power or other-
wise performing any installation procedure.
Carefully read all instructions in this manual and the Installation 
Instruction Sheet packed with the hotplate before starting any 
installation.
Read and understand all labels and diagrams attached to the 
hotplate.
Carefully account for all components and accessories before 
discarding packing materials. Store all accessories in a convenient 
place for later use. 
PREPARATION 
Carefully read the Installation Instruction Sheet packed with the 
hotplate for cutout dimensions and restrictions. 
For wood and non combustible (i.e. metal) installation, do not install 
closer than 1 inch to back and side walls, 3-5/8" between unit 
Supplied gasket must be installed under the mounting flange, and the 
Wellsloks turned out to seal the hotplate and control unit to the 
counter. 
Apply a thin bead of food-grade silicone sealant where the flange 
meets the counter. 
ELECTRICAL 
Hotplate must be installed by a licensed electrician in accordance with 
all applicable codes and ordinances. 
Refer to the nameplate. Verify the electrical service power. Voltage 
and phase must match the nameplate specifications. Connecting the 
hotplate to the wrong voltage can severely damage the equipment or 
cause noticeably decreased performance. 
For supply connections, use 14 ga. (HC-1006) or 10 ga. (HC-1256 
and HC-2256) copper wires suitable for at least 75ÂșC. 
The ground lug of the hotplate and control unit must be connected to 
a suitable building ground. 
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