Hatco DHWBI-4 Drop-In Modular Dry Heated Wells, 4 Full-Size Pans, 120/208-240V
Description
A 4-well drop-in dry heated well that holds hot food with convected air, so there is no water to fill or plumb.
The Hatco DHWBI-4 is a drop-in modular dry heated well. Its 4 full-size wells use a fan and metal sheathed element to surround the food pan with even convected heat, for accurate holding temperatures without the water and plumbing of a steam table. Each well has its own control in a remote box on a 6 ft. conduit. It drops into a non-combustible countertop with EZ locking hardware.
Will it fit · Will it hook up
- Outside size
- 57.5" W x 23.625" D x 12.64" H
- Counter cutout
- 56.125" to 56.375" W x 22.25" to 22.50" D; add 1/16" to the maximum width when using EZ locking mount
- Below the counter
- Hatco requires 17-3/16" of clear space below the cutout
- Power
- Single phase. Single control box: 120/208-240V, 3,840 W, 16.0 A, optional NEMA L14-20P plug. Split controls: 120V: 2 boxes of 1,920 W, 16 A each; 120/208-240V: 2 boxes of 1,920 W, 8 A each
- Control box
- Remote on a 6 ft. conduit; cutout 18.313" W x 4.698" H, 6-1/2" deep, on a vertical surface; split boxes 10.313" and 10.313" W (US only)
- Drain
- 3/4" NPT brass spill drain with ball valve, for cleanup only; no water hookup
Plan for 17-3/16" of clear space under the counter and a wall spot at the front of the unit for the control box.
Dry convected heat
A fan moves heated air evenly around the food pan, so there is no water to fill, drain or refill and no plumbing to run.
Control for every well
Each well has its own compact thermostatic control and a lighted On/Off switch that keeps the setting when the well is off.
Flexible pan setup
Each full-size well takes one full-size pan, two 1/2-size, three 1/3-size or six 1/6-size pans with adapter bars, or two 7 qt. or three 4 qt. round pans with an adapter top. Pans, bars and adapters are sold separately.
Spill drain
A 3/4" NPT brass drain with ball valve clears food spills and protects the fan and motor from liquid that collects in the well.
Service from the top
The easy-to-service design gives quick access to elements and components from the top of the well.
Delivery and setup
- Inspect the carton for damage before you sign, and note any damage on the delivery receipt.
- Hatco supplies EZ locking hardware for topside mounting on a non-combustible countertop up to 3/16" thick; brackets (HWB-MNT-REC) handle counters 3/16" to 2" thick. A ribbon putty gasket goes between the unit and the counter.
- Leave at least 4-1/2" from the bottom and sides of the unit to combustible surfaces, or 1" to non-combustible surfaces.
- Mount the remote control enclosure on a vertical wall at the front of the unit; the controls are wired to their wells and cannot be rewired.
- Have a qualified electrician make the connection, or order the factory cord and plug. Units are voltage specific, so specify voltage at order.
- Hatco notes the unit is for rooms between 70°F and 85°F, and should not be used to melt or hold ice.
Questions buyers ask
Does a dry well need water or a drain line?
No. The DHWBI heats with dry convected air, so there is no water fill or plumbing. The 3/4" NPT brass drain with ball valve is only for cleaning up spills; keep the valve closed while the unit runs.
What voltage options are there?
120/208-240V, or 120V with split controls, single phase. 120/208-240V draws 16.0 A at 3,840 W. Specify voltage when ordering.
Is there a cord and plug?
A factory cord and plug is an option on single-phase, single-control-box units: NEMA L14-20P for 120/208-240V. Otherwise the unit is hardwired.
Can I get split control boxes?
Yes, at time of order and in the US only (not Canada). Split controls also make the DHWBI-4 available in 120V. Ratings per box: 120V: 2 boxes of 1,920 W, 16 A each; 120/208-240V: 2 boxes of 1,920 W, 8 A each.
What pans can I use?
Each well takes one full-size pan, two 1/2-size, three 1/3-size or six 1/6-size pans with adapter bars, or two 7 qt. or three 4 qt. round pans with an adapter top. Pans and adapters are sold separately.
What size hole do I cut?
56.125" to 56.375" wide by 22.25" to 22.50" deep, with 17-3/16" of clearance below the cutout. The control box needs a 18.313" x 4.698" opening.
What warranty does Hatco give?
One year parts and on-site labor is standard, and the heating element is covered by a 2-year parts warranty.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Hatco |
|---|---|
| Model Number | DHWBI-4 |
| Series | Drop-In Modular/Ganged Dry Heated Wells DHWBI |
| Type | Insulated Dry Heated Well, Convected Air |
| Shipping Weight | 164 lb. |
| Width | 57.5 Inches |
| Depth | 23.625 Inches |
| Height | 12.64 Inches |
| Countertop Cutout | 56.125" to 56.375" W x 22.25" to 22.50" D17-3/16" Clearance Below |
| Control Box Cutout | 18.313" W x 4.698" H, Single Control BoxSplit: 10.313" and 10.313" W |
| Capacity | 4 Full-Size 12" x 20" Pans |
| Pan Options per Well | 1 Full2 Half3 Third6 Sixth Size with Adapter Bars2 x 7 qt. or 3 x 4 qt. Round with Adapter Top |
| Voltage | 120/208-240 Volts |
| Phase | 1 |
| Single Control Ratings | 120/208-240V 3,840 W 16.0 A |
| Amps | 16.0 Amps |
| Plug Type | NEMA L14-20P Optional |
| Split Control Ratings | 120V: 2 boxes of 1,920 W, 16 A each120/208-240V: 2 boxes of 1,920 W, 8 A eachUS Only |
| Control Type | Compact Thermostatic Control per WellSeparate Lighted On/Off SwitchRemote Box on 6 ft. Conduit |
| Drain | 3/4" NPT Brass Spill Drain with Ball Valve |
| Construction | Insulated Stainless and Aluminized Steel HousingMetal Sheathed Heating CoilFan and BafflesStainless Bezel |
| Mounting | Top Mount, EZ Locking HardwareNon-Combustible Countertop |
| Wet or Dry | Dry Operation Only |
| Factory Options | Attached Cord and Plug27" D Bezel to Match Hatco CWB8 ft. ConduitFactory Gasket |
| Certifications | cULus, UL EPH Classified ANSI/NSF 4, Made in USA |
| Warranty | 1 Year Parts and On-Site Labor |
| Element Warranty | 2 Years Parts on Heating Element |
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