Hatco GR2AL-18 Glo-Ray Designer Infrared Strip Heater with Lights, 21-1/2" W, 370 W
Description
A 21-1/2" overhead infrared warmer with display lights that keeps plated food hot at the pass or on a front-of-house counter.
The Hatco GR2AL-18 is a Glo-Ray Designer aluminum strip heater with lights, 21-1/2" wide, in the standard watt version. Pre-focused heat and special reflectors keep food at serving temperature without cooking it further, and 2 shatter-resistant incandescent lights light up the holding area. It is rated 370 W and is built for 120, 120/208 or 120/240V single phase, chosen when you order. A Hatco remote control box (RMB) is required and sold separately.
Will it fit · Will it hook up
- Outside size
- 21-1/2" W x 11.91" D x 3-1/2" H housing, without stands
- On stands
- 13.19" to 19.19" overall height on 10" to 16" posts; 14" Designer stands standard
- Power
- 120, 120/208 or 120/240V single phase, set at order; 3.1 A at 120V, 2.2 A at 120/208V and 2.0 A at 120/240V
- Controls
- Remote control box (RMB) required, not included; mount it outside the heat zone
- Mounting height
- Heating element 8" to 12" above the food; target holding width 12" to 14"
- Clearance
- At least 17" above combustible surfaces and 6" from combustible walls
- Wiring
- 5' leads through 1/2" conduit in the stand cavity; 48" flexible metal conduit through the post
Hatco recommends a single unit for 12" to 16" deep pass-through areas; use a dual unit for 18" to 24".
Pre-focused heat
Specially designed reflectors direct the heat onto the holding area, so food stays at serving temperature longer without cooking further.
Shatter-resistant lights
2 coated incandescent display lights, one per foot, guard food if a bulb breaks; halogen bulbs or Chef LED bulbs are options.
No-sag housing
A continuous aluminum housing, 21-1/2" wide in one piece, eliminates sagging.
Designer colors
Housing, inset panels, stands and RMB box come in seven Designer colors; black inset panels and corner caps are standard. Designer colors use antimicrobial paint.
Hidden wiring
The non-adjustable Designer stands conceal the power wiring; 4" overhead mounts can replace the stands.
Delivery and setup
- Inspect the carton for damage before you sign, and note any damage on the delivery receipt.
- Approximate shipping weight is 28 lb with packaging; the remote control box (RMB) ships separately and is not included.
- Have a qualified, licensed electrician wire the unit through the RMB box, mounted in a cool, dry place away from the heat zone and any steam equipment.
- If the heating element needs a breaker larger than 20 A, give the lights their own breaker of 20 A or less. Use supply wire rated for 194°F (90°C).
- Do not lay the unit on its front or back. Mount it with the supplied 1/4" bolts; a metal counter may need a backing plate (not supplied).
Questions buyers ask
What power does it need?
Choose 120, 120/208 or 120/240V single phase when you order. It draws 3.1 A at 120V, 2.2 A at 120/208V and 2.0 A at 120/240V. On 120/208V and 120/240V units the lights run on a 120V circuit and the heating elements on 208V or 240V.
Does it come with an on/off switch?
No. Hatco requires a remote control box (RMB), sold separately. Order one RMB per heater, or an RMB2 box to run several warmers from one box. Toggle switches handle up to 15 A and infinite controls up to 12.2 A.
How high should I mount it?
Hatco lists a heating element height of 8" to 12" above the food. Keep it at least 17" above combustible surfaces and 6" from combustible walls. Allow 15 to 20 minutes to reach operating temperature.
Can I get it in a color?
Yes, at the time of purchase only. Housing, stands and the RMB box come in clear anodized aluminum (standard) or Warm Red, Black, Gray Granite, White Granite, Navy Blue, Hunter Green and Antique Copper; inset panels are black unless you pick another color. Non-standard colors are non-returnable. Ask us for a quote.
Can I use LED bulbs?
Yes. Hatco Chef LED bulbs (CLED-3000-120 warm or CLED-4000-120 cool) fit GR2AL and GR2AHL models, rotated down.
What warranty does it have?
Hatco's limited warranty runs 18 months from shipment or registration, whichever is later. Metal-sheathed food warmer elements have 1 year parts and labor plus 1 more year parts only. Coated light bulbs are not covered. Register within 90 days of shipment.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Hatco |
|---|---|
| Model Number | GR2AL-18 |
| Series | Glo-Ray Designer |
| Type | Aluminum Infrared Strip Heater with Lights |
| Wattage Class | Standard Watt |
| Shipping Weight | 28 lb. |
| Width | 21.5 Inches |
| Depth | 11.91 Inches |
| Height | 3.5 Inches |
| Dimension Note | Housing without stands13.19" to 19.19" overall height on 10" to 16" posts |
| Voltage | 120, 120/208 or 120/240 Volts |
| Phase | Single |
| Wattage | 370 W |
| Amps | 3.1 A at 120V2.2 A at 120/208V2.0 A at 120/240V |
| Plug Type | Hardwired Through Remote Control Box |
| Leads | 5' Leads Through 1/2" Conduit in Stand CavityExtended Leads 1' to 20' Optional |
| Circuits | 120V Circuit for Lights208V or 240V Circuit for Elements on 120/208V and 120/240V Units |
| Control Type | Remote Control Box RMB Required, Sold Separately |
| Switch Ratings | Toggle Switch Max. 15 AInfinite Switch Max. 12.2 A |
| Number of Bulbs | 2 |
| Bulb Type | Coated Shatter-Resistant IncandescentHalogen and Chef LED Optional |
| Housing | Continuous Aluminum, Clear Anodized Standard |
| Inset Panels and Corner Caps | Black Standard |
| Stands | 14" Designer Non-Adjustable Stands Standard |
| Element Height Above Food | 8" to 12" |
| Target Holding Width | 12" to 14" |
| Clearance to Combustibles | 17" Above Surfaces6" From Walls |
| Factory Options | Designer Housing, Inset Panel, Stand and RMB ColorsDark Gray Corner Caps10", 12" or 16" Stands4" Overhead Mounts7.5" or 14" Sneeze Guards, One or Two Sides60 W Halogen BulbsNo BulbsExtra LampsExtended Leads |
| Accessories | Chef LED Bulbs CLED-3000-120 and CLED-4000-120 |
| Certifications | cULus, UL EPH Classified to ANSI/NSF 4 |
| Made In | USA |
| Warranty | 18 Months Limited |
| Warranty Detail | Metal-Sheathed Elements 1 Year Parts and Labor Plus 1 Year Parts OnlyCoated Bulbs Not Covered |
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