Rethermalization Units

CONSTRUCTION:
The body is constructed of fully welded 18 ga. stainless steel on both interior and exterior. It is mounted on a rust resistant steel base designed for rigidity and impact resistance. The base is mounted on 6" casters and provided with corner bumpers on Model MTRS 20 only. 6" high stainless steel adjustable legs are optional in place of casters and bumpers. The cabinet is fully insulated with 2" minimum thickness high density insulation. The entire cabinet is easily cleaned and the inside can be pressure washed (up to 114 psi). The cabinet is designed with all electrical, electronic and air moving equipment mounted in the top for easy maintenance. Removal of the top lid enables access to all components.

The cabinet is available in two configurations: (1) Fully self-contained with integral guides; or (2) Modular with removable insert rack.

Self-contained with integral guides: The cabinet is equipped with angle slides for pans. The slides are made of 16 ga. stainless steel and are welded to the interior cabinet walls. The cabinet is sized to hold either (2) 12" x 20" x 2-1/2", deep pans per level or (1) 18" x 26" sheet pan per level. Two sizes are available: Model MTRS-20 with ten levels or Model MTRS-10 with five levels (see chart below).

Modular with removable insert rack: The Model MTRS-72-6 cabinet is open, without guides, so as to accommodate one removable insert rack. One insert rack is provided with each cabinet. The insert rack is all welded with (4) 2" dia. heavy duty heat resistant rigid casters. The frame is .105 stainless steel; the guides are 16 ga. stainless steel. The insert rack is sized to hold a total of (72) compartmented hot food trays. A latch is provided to keep the insert rack in place within the cabinet. A self storing latching ramp is provided to allow easy transfer of the insert rack to a separate transport cart. Additional transport and storage carts are available as part of this modular system (see chart below). Selection of hot food tray (not included with system) needs to be specified to verify fit.

DOOR:
The double pan door is constructed of fully welded 18 ga stainless steel, insulated with 1-1/2" thick high density insulation and fitted with a replaceable high temperature silicone gasket. It is mounted on heavy duty hinges that provide 270ﾺ rotation, with door stops provided to hold it in the fully open position. A heavy duty edge mounted door latch is provided, with provision for padlocking available.

HEATING SYSTEM & CONTROLS:
Models MTRS-20 and MTRS-72-6 are heated by a 15 KW heater combined with a high capacity convection fan and electronically controlled through a temperature range of 200ﾺF to 350ﾺF. The model MTRS-10 cabinet is heated by a 9 KW heater. See chart below for available electrical configurations.

All controls are mounted on the front of the cabinet, left of center, and are protected against tampering or damage. Programming functions can be restricted. Touch-pad type buttons offer easy programming for various meals, with the capacity to store six programs in memory. The operator needs only to select the program in order to start the cycle. The controller is programmed (standard) to rapidly heat the cabinet, then maintain the set-point temperature within 2ﾺF. Its functions also include a pulsing mode and a holding mode, each of which can be programmed by the user.

PC CONNECTION (OPTIONAL):
The connection can be used with a PC running Windows 95/98 or NT. A complete operation, programming and data download can be done from the PC for up to 32 cabinets.

Specifications

1. Operator choice of two different operating modes (manual or automatic);
2. Integral printer mounted on the front of the cabinet to provide documentation of both air and food temperatures; and
3. Additional features noted below.

Manual mode: The unit operates as described above.

Automatic mode: The unit is controlled by both the food temperature and the air temperature probe. The food temperature probe can be set for retherm temperatures between 140ﾺF and 185ﾺF.

Integral printer: Will start printing at the beginning of a retherm cycle and will print the selected probe temperature (either air probe or food probe every five minutes). The controller can also be set to activate the printer for a particular meal.

Additional features: 1. Pulsing: Heating system can be programmed to stop periodically for a user-determined percentage of time during the retherm cycle. Available in either manual or automatic mode. Useful for delicate foods and for assuring uniform temperatures: 2. The controller has a real time clock with battery backup.

SECURITY:
Security type fasteners can be provided when required. A special tool is provided to allow removal by authorized personnel. The control panel can be locked to prevent unauthorized access.

PRODUCTION CAPACITY:
The model MTRS is capable of rethermalizing approximately 160 pounds of food from a refrigerated temperature of 38ﾺF to over 160ﾺF in one hour or less.

Other equipment available for use with Model MTRS-72-6 modular system: