Hobart Salad Spinner Troubleshooting Guide
Hobart salad spinners dry large quantities of lettuce quickly, extending its shelf life and improving its crisp texture. Although these units are normally trouble-free, issues may still occur from time to time. If something’s wrong with your equipment, this Hobart salad spinner troubleshooting guide will help you identify and resolve the problem with ease.
This information is applicable to SD97, SDPE and SDPS models.
Unit Won’t Start
- Spinner isn’t plugged in - Plug the power cord into an outlet.
- Power cord is faulty - Contact an authorized technician to remedy the issue.
- Unit isn’t turned on - Rotate the knob on the timer past the “Turn Past” mark to switch the unit on.
- Circuit breaker is off or tripped/fuse is blown - Turn the circuit breaker on. If issues persist, contact a licensed electrician for assistance.
Machine Vibrates When Running
- Spin basket is overloaded - Reduce the amount of product in the spin basket so that it’s no more than 3/4 full.
- Product isn’t distributed evenly - Distribute the lettuce or other items evenly in the spin basket.
- Casters aren’t locked - Lock all the casters in place before operating the unit.
- Lid isn’t secured - Ensure that the lid is on the unit tightly before use.
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