Hatco HCSBFR-36-I Remote Hot/Cold Built-In Flush Top Shelf, 36" x 19-1/2" Hardcoat Surface, 120V
Description
One built-in shelf that holds hot food at lunch and cold food at dinner, switching modes in as little as 30 minutes.
The Hatco HCSBFR-36-I is a top-mount built-in hot/cold shelf with a 36" x 19-1/2" hardcoat aluminum surface, with a remote condensing unit and remote control box, both shipped loose. A rope-style heating element under the surface handles HOT mode and a copper evaporator coil handles COLD mode, and the shelf changes from one to the other in as little as 30 minutes. A patented thermal break cuts condensation and heat transfer to the counter around it. The R-513A condensing unit can sit up to 50 ft of refrigerant line away from the shelf.
Will it fit · Will it hook up
- Outside size
- 37-1/2" W x 21" D x 7.29" H including parts under the shelf
- Countertop cutout
- 36-5/8" to 37" W x 20-1/8" to 20-1/2" D; top mount, sealed with NSF-approved silicone
- Control box
- 13.94" W x 6.63" H x 5.43" D; wall cutout 13-1/8" W x 5-5/8" H in a vertical surface, outside the heat zone
- Power
- 120V, 60 Hz, 5.9 A; a qualified electrician wires site power to the control box, which feeds the condensing unit and shelf
- Condensing unit
- 14-1/2" W x 12-1/4" D x 11-3/8" H; R-513A; up to 50 ft of line to the shelf; 6" clear on all sides to combustibles; 12" x 12" vents in front of and behind it
- Room
- Indoors, 65°F to 86°F ambient; away from fryers, grills, exhaust hoods and drafts
Have the electrician and refrigeration installer confirm the layout before the shelf arrives: the shelf, control box and condensing unit are connected on site.
Hot or cold on demand
Switch between HOT and COLD mode from the control box; the shelf changes over in as little as 30 minutes.
Wide setpoint ranges
The HOT controller sets from 65°F to 192°F (factory 180°F) and the COLD controller from 10°F to 50°F (factory 25°F).
Patented thermal break
Reduces condensation and temperature transfer onto the countertop around the shelf.
Flush hardcoat surface
The food-safe hardcoat aluminum top gives a 36" x 19-1/2" heated and cooled area, flush with the counter.
Serviceable condensing unit
The remote R-513A condensing unit has a sight glass, service valves, dryer/filter and receiver.
Delivery and setup
- Inspect the crate for damage before you sign, and note any damage on the delivery receipt. Approximate shipping weight is 151 lb.
- Transport and install it upright only. In cold weather, let it sit at 65°F to 86°F for at least 10 hours before you turn it on.
- Two or more people are needed to lower the shelf into the cutout. Do not tip the counter after installation: the shelf is free-floating.
- It ships as separate components. Qualified installers must make the refrigerant and electrical connections to local codes, and mount the control box on a vertical surface within 6 ft of the shelf.
- The condensing unit ships without refrigerant charge, so plan for a refrigeration technician to braze the lines and charge the system.
Questions buyers ask
How long does it take to switch from hot to cold?
Hatco says the shelf changes modes in as little as 30 minutes, and the manual says to allow about 30 minutes to reach setpoint before loading.
Can food sit right on the surface?
No. Hatco says food must be wrapped, boxed or on a food pan, not placed directly on the hardcoat surface.
What temperatures can I set?
HOT mode sets from 65°F to 192°F and comes set at 180°F. COLD mode sets from 10°F to 50°F and comes set at 25°F. An auto-defrost cycle can be turned on in COLD mode.
What power does it need?
120V, 60 Hz. Hatco rates it at 5.9 A, with 450 W on the cold side, 670 W on the hot side and a 1/3 hp compressor. Site power is wired to the control box by a qualified electrician.
Where can the condensing unit go?
Anywhere with good air flow, up to 50 ft of refrigerant line from the shelf, with 6" of space to combustible surfaces and 12" x 12" louvered openings in front of and behind it.
What warranty does it have?
Hatco covers it under its limited warranty. An additional four-year parts-only warranty on the compressor can be added at the time of purchase (U.S. and Canada).
Specs
| Manufacturer | Hatco |
|---|---|
| Model Number | HCSBFR-36-I |
| Series | HCSBFR Remote Hot/Cold Built-In Flush Top Shelves |
| Shipping Weight | 151 lb. |
| Width | 37-1/2 Inches |
| Depth | 21 Inches |
| Height | 7.29 Inches |
| Usable Shelf Space | 36 x 19-1/2 Inches |
| Countertop Cutout | 36-5/8 to 37 Inches Wide x 20-1/8 to 20-1/2 Inches Deep |
| Control Box | 13.94 W x 6.63 H x 5.43 D InchesCutout 13-1/8 x 5-5/8 Inches |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Hertz | 60 Hz |
| Phase | 1 |
| Amps | 5.9 Amps |
| Hot Side Watts | 670 Watts |
| Cold Side Watts | 450 Watts |
| Compressor | 1/3 HP |
| Refrigerant | R-513A |
| Total Heat of Rejection | 2,643 BTU/hr |
| Condensing Unit Size | 14-1/2 W x 12-1/4 D x 11-3/8 H |
| Max Line Length | 50 Feet |
| Temperature Range | Hot 65 to 192°FCold 10 to 50°F |
| Mode Change Time | As Little as 30 Minutes |
| Control Type | Remote Control Box3-Position Power SwitchTwo Digital Temperature Controllers |
| Surface | Food-Safe Hardcoat Aluminum |
| Housing | Insulated Stainless Steel and Aluminized Steel |
| Mounting | Built-In, Top Mount, Flush |
| Ambient Temperature | 65 to 86°F |
| Factory Options | EWC 4-Year Extended Compressor Parts WarrantyAt Time of Purchase |
| Certifications | cULus, NSF Component |
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Warranty | Hatco Limited Warranty |
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