FAQ
Q. How hot does the buffet cart get?
A. The top two shelves get to approximately 175degrees and the bottom shelf to approximately 190 degrees.
Q. What kind of dishes can I put in the cart?
A. The unit is safe for anything except plastic. Even cardboard can safely be put in the cart. Fine china, ceramic, glass & metal are all fine to use.
Q. I have small children. Will they get burned if they touch the shelves?
A. They will definitely pull away knowing it’s hot, but will not get burned as they would if they touched the inside of your oven.
Q. Can the cart be left plugged in for a three day Shabbos-Yom Tov?
A. Yes.
Q. Why can you open the doors as often as you like on Shabbos?
A. Unlike your oven, the temperature doesn’t change once the unit is plugged in. Also, the doors do not form a seal so some of the heat continually escapes into the room.
Q. How much food can I put in the warmer?
A. As long as you remember that only the dishes that are touching the shelves directly will really get the heat, you can put as much as you like. Stacking doesn’t work well like in an oven.
Q. How do I clean the unit?
A. Never use anything abrasive on the shelves or you will take off the finish. The best way to clean it is when the unit is still warm. Use a damp cloth and mild dish soap if necessary.
Q. How does the unit work on Shabbos morning?
A. When you wake up, take the food out of the fridge for a little while so it gets near room temperature. Put the food in the cart (dishes touching the shelves) and when you come home from shul, you’ll have hot food. Please remember that large quantities of food can take a long time to heat up. Metal conducts heat the best and the bottom shelf is the warmest. Click here for OU guidelines hot-hand-buffet-cart-11-21-07.
