Wells HC-1256 Built-In Ceramic Hot Plate, 1 Element, 1.9/2.5 kW, 208/240V Single Phase
A drop-in 9-inch ceramic glass hot plate on 208/240V for counters and display cooking.
The Wells HC-1256 is a built-in hot plate with one 9" radiant element under a completely sealed ceramic glass surface. Wells says it heats five times faster than a conventional hot plate, and the smooth top works with any pot or skillet and wipes clean. It drops into a wood or metal counter, with a separate control box on the apron, and is hardwired to 208V or 240V.
Get the Wells installation sheet to your counter fabricator before cutting the top and front panel.
Wells says the ceramic hot plate heats five times faster than a conventional hot plate, cutting cooking time and saving energy.
The completely sealed, non-porous surface resists spills and thermal shock and wipes clean.
The smooth, flat surface works with any pot or skillet.
Fast-glowing radiant element (9") heat the surface evenly, which suits display cooking.
Each element has its own infinite control from off/low to high.
The top drops into the counter and Wellslok clamps the flange from below, with a gasket and a bead of silicone under the flange.
13-3/4" W x 13" D countertop cutout; 5" W x 4-7/8" H front panel cutout. Keep 3-5/8" between the unit and the front wall of the counter and 1/2" to cooking appliances next to it.
208V or 240V, single phase. It draws 9.0 A (1,900 W) at 208V and 10.4 A (2,500 W) at 240V. It is hardwired.
Wells says the smooth, flat surface works with any pot or skillet.
The sealed surface wipes clean. Wells says to clean it with the cleaning creme supplied with the hot plate.
Yes. The HC-1256EU is a 220-240V, single phase, 2,500 W CE version, chosen in the voltage menu. Wells notes that export models cannot be returned.
The Wells sheet shows UL Listed and cUL Listed marks (file E6070) and NSF Standard 4.
Wells covers it for one year, parts and labor, against defects. The Wells warranty excludes broken or damaged glass components.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Wells |
|---|---|
| Model Number | HC-1256 |
| Type | Built-In Ceramic Hot Plate |
| Cooking Surface | Sealed Ceramic Glass, Radiant Element |
| Elements | 1 x 9" |
| Installed Weight | 13 lb. |
| Shipping Weight | 19 lb. |
| Width | 14.75 Inches |
| Depth | 14 Inches |
| Depth below Counter | 3-1/4" Below the Top Flange |
| Controls | 5-7/8" W x 6-1/4" H control box |
| Cutout | 13-3/4" W x 13" D countertop cutout5" W x 4-7/8" H front panel cutout |
| Minimum Clearances | Back 1"Side 1"Bottom 5"Front 3-5/8" |
| Counter | Wood or Metal Counter |
| Voltage | 208/240 Volts |
| Phase | 1 |
| Watts | 1,900 W at 208V2,500 W at 240V |
| Amps | 9.0/10.4 Amps |
| Plug Type | No Plug, Hardwired |
| Field Wiring | 14 AWG Cu, 90°C |
| Control Type | Infinite Control, Off/Lo to Hi |
| Certifications | UL Listed, cUL Listed, NSF Std 4 |
| Warranty | 1 Year Parts and Labor |
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