How to Use & Clean a Nemco Heat Lamp
Nemco heat lamps keep cooked food warm until it’s served, ensuring that guests’ meals are delicious and safe. These lamps are important to any restaurant, so it’s critical that you operate and maintain them properly.
If you need assistance, this guide on how to use and clean a Nemco heat lamp is a great resource. With clear instructions, you’ll be able to keep it in good working order for as long as possible.
These instructions are for the 6000A-1,-2,-2B, and -3 model series.
Setting Up Your Heat Lamp
- Step 1. Choose a location - Be sure to set the warmer on a flat surface.
- Step 2. Install bulbs - Use bulbs of the same wattage rating as indicated on the unit.
- Step 3. If needed, call for service - If your unit doesn’t work properly, contact a technician.
Nemco Heat Lamp Operating Instructions
- Step 1. Plug in unit - Plug the cord into a grounded outlet of the correct voltage.
- Step 2. Turn unit “ON” - Use the switch to turn the lamp “ON.”
- Step 3. Place product under lamp - Put prepared food in a pan under the lamp. For best results, make sure that the pan is directly under the bulbs.
- Step 4. Hold food product - Use the heat lamp to maintain food product temperature for up to two to four hours.
- Step 5. Serve food - Remove food from pan and serve to guests.
- Step 6. Turn unit “OFF” - Use the switch to turn the lamp “OFF.”
Nemco Heat Lamp Cleaning
Supplies
- Warm Water
- Mild Detergent
- Soft Sponge
- Clean Cloths
Cleaning Instructions
- Step 1. Cool down the unit - Unplug the cord and let the warmer cool before cleaning.
- Step 2. Clean the unit - Use a damp sponge and soap to clean the unit.
- Step 3. Rinse the warmer - Wash away soap suds with clean water.
- Step 4. Dry the heat lamp - Wipe the unit dry with clean cloths.
What to Avoid When Cleaning
- Don’t immerse the heat lamp in water or any other liquid - This can damage the electrical parts.
- Don’t clean with a water jet - The high pressure may damage the unit.
Safety Tips
Be sure to turn the unit “OFF” and unplug it from the outlet before performing any type of service. Also, remember to use caution near children or whenever the warmer is left unattended.
- Appliance is hot when in use - Avoid contact with bare skin.
- Hot warmer may be a fire hazard - Keep away from combustible materials such as drapes and furniture.
- Disconnect from power source before performing maintenance - Remember to turn the switch “OFF” and remove the plug from the outlet before cleaning, adjusting or maintaining.
- Don’t use damaged units - Don’t operate a unit with a damaged cord or plug, after the unit malfunctions or if the unit was dropped on a hard surface. If a unit becomes damaged, contact a technician.
- Avoid contact with water - Never place the heat lamp where it may fall into water.
- Use only in dry, indoor environments - Warmers aren’t intended for use in wet or moist environments, especially outdoors.
- Be mindful of the cord - Don’t run the cord under carpeting or leave it exposed where it may be a tripping hazard.
- Be careful with outlets - Only plug the unit into properly grounded outlets and avoid using extension cords.
- Only use three-blade outlets - Don’t cut or break off one of the blades in an attempt to use a two-blade outlet or extension cord with the heat lamp.
- Electrical parts may be a fire hazard - Don’t use the unit near paint, gasoline or flammable liquids.
For more information on operating and cleaning Nemco heat lamps, check out our collection of Nemco manuals online.