PHU-4

PROOFER & HEATED HOLDING CABINETS
Insulated - Various Size Trays, Pans, and Gastro-Norm
Proofer "PHU" Series

PHU-4 Spec Sheet

Two cabinets in one! Dual-purpose cabinets proof and heat, eliminating costly duplication of equipment

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS

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DESCRIPTION

PHU Series - Dual-Purpose Heated and Humidified Holding Cabinets
FWE's PHU Series combines the functionality of a heated cabinet and a dough proofer in one reliable unit. Whether you're holding hot prepared foods for service or proofing dough for baking, these cabinets deliver consistent results with easy-to-use moisture and temperature controls.

Key Features:

Two Functions, One Cabinet - Eliminate the need for separate equipment with one versatile solution. The PHU Series gives operators the flexibility to switch between proofing dough and holding cooked food, streamlining workflow and saving space.
Independent Moisture and Temperature Control - Front-mounted controls allow you to adjust heat and humidity separately, ensuring the ideal environment for everything from fresh rolls to roasted vegetables.
Removable Humidity Reservoir - A full-size water pan stores water while the heating element underneath generates humidity. The pan is easy to remove for refilling and cleaning, making daily maintenance quick and hassle-free.
Flexible Tray Slide System - Adjustable tray slides accommodate a wide variety of pan and tray sizes, including 18" x 26" sheet trays and 12" x 20" pans, offering maximum flexibility for any kitchen operation.
Energy Star® Approved - Designed for energy-efficient performance, PHU models are certified to meet rigorous efficiency standards, helping you save on operational costs.

PHU-4 - Humidified Heated Holding Cabinet
The PHU-4 combines heat and humidity to keep your food fresh, hot, and ready to serve. Ideal for operations that require compact warming with professional-grade flexibility, this model can be used as a heated holding cabinet or a dough proofer. It includes separate controls for temperature and moisture, enabling operators to fine-tune the holding environment to suit a wide variety of menu items. The PHU-4 accommodates up to (4) 18" x 26" sheet trays or (8) 12" x 20" steam table pans, offering adaptable storage for diverse kitchen needs. For complete tray capacities at various spacing configurations, refer to the chart on page 2 of the spec sheet.

FEATURES

Agency Approvals
CE - The CE mark is mandatory for products sold in the European Economic Area. It indicates the product conforms with certain manufacturing and design safety requirements. CE is similar to UL except it's more of a declaration by the manufacturer that the product meets the relevant rules, rather than being the mark of independent testing.
NSF - NSF International (formerly known as the National Sanitation Foundation) is an independent, non-profit organization that certifies food service equipment and ensures it is designed and constructed in a way that promotes food safety. FWE products that meet these standards bear the NSF mark.
You may also see a designation that a product meets NSF/ANSI, which adds rules from the American National Standards Institute to the testing. ANSI works closely with NSF to develop its food safety standards and complete testing to those.
CUL - C-UL mark indicates a product meets the CSA testing standards for Canada.
C-UL-US mark indicates a product meets the UL and CSA testing standards for both the United States and Canada.
UL - The UL mark, which now serves customers in more than 100 countries, has become the authority on product safety. Its engineers test for things like soundness of design, safety of electrical components, and structural integrity of products for which UL listing is sought.
If you think of NSF International classification as protection for your customers, then the mark of Underwriters Laboratories (UL) indicates safety for those who work in your commercial kitchen. The Illinois-based testing agency assures that the equipment that gets its stamp operates safely. There is also a sanitation classification that offers similar assurances about food safety as the NSF mark. Products are indicated as "Classified UL-EPH."
Bumpers
No Bumper - No bumper
Caster
3.5" Casters - 3.5" Heavy-duty casters - polyurethane casters are long lasting and used for easy maneuverability, even when fully loaded
All Swivel Casters - All swivel casters allow for greater maneuverability. Great for tight turns or severe corners (such as on and off trucks or narrow hallways).
A drawback to the all swivel configuration is that it is harder to control the direction of the equipment when rolled in a straight line.
Mobile
Construction
Stainless Steel / Insulated - Constructed of stainless steel, with welded base frame for added strength and durability - fully insulated cabinet and door provide energy efficient heating and longer holding times
Control Panel
Mechanical Controls - Mechanical controls
Proofer Controls - Easy to use - upfront and recessed electronic control panel has separate, easy to read and set, air moisture and air temperature controls
Door Count
1 Door
Door Hinge
Edgemount Hinges - Heavy-duty edge mount die cast hinges
Door Latch
SaniGuard Door Handle - Standard recessed Antimicrobial Sani guard door handle - detains illness causing pathogens
Doors
Gasket Sealed - Gasket sealed door; tight double seal makes for a perfect secure closure and easy to clean
Full Stainless Steel Door - Flush mounted, stainless steel insulated doors
Extra
Humidity Pan - Removable humidity pan: 12" x 20" pan provides large water reservoir - removable, easy to clean and replace
Warranty - Two year limited warranty
Low Profile - Low profile design, conveniently fits under 36" counter and can easily be stored when not in use
Handles
Recessed Hand Grips - Flush in wall hand grips recessed and mounted on the left and right side of the unit
Heat System
Proofer Heat System - Proofer and amplified moisture heated holding. Built-in humidity system balances moisture and
air with controlled heat and humidity capabilities - allows for greater control of holding food
environment for longer holding periods
Hinging
Field Reversible Hinging - Field reversible door- flexible installation options for kitchen layout
Hinges on Right Side - Right hand door hinging
Slides and Shelves
Adjustable Proofer Slides, Stainless Steel - Removable and adjustable stainless steel tray slides - designed to protect dough during proofing cycle

OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES

Bumpers
Full Bumper - Heavy duty full perimeter bumper extends beyond doors and handles for added protection. The bumper is mounted to the base frame for added durability - the bumper is not used as the base frame. In this way, the bumper absorbs all the shock in transport, protecting the integrity of the construction.
Bottom Corner Bumpers
Caster
Adjustable Legs - FWE offers a wide variety of adjustable legs for when casters are not an option. 4" and 6" adjustable legs are available on almost all of FWE's equipment.
All adjustable legs are provided with sealed precision bearing with a black anti-rust coating.
Larger & Upgraded Casters - Larger Casters
Control Panel
Electronic Controls - Electronic controls featuring easy to read digital display of cabinet temperature (with recall capacity of temperature set point and actual cabinet temperature), equipped with a programmable low temperature alarm, master ON/OFF switch with power indicator light.
Door Latch
Magnetic Work Flow Door Handle - Magnetic work flow door handles ergonomically accommodates kitchen staff and servers of varying heights
Paddle Door Latch - Recessed paddle style door latch
Padlocking Transport Latch - Cabinet mounted latch keeps door secure during transport, increased security with padlocking capabilities
Edgemount Latch - Edgemont door latch, full grip and positive closing
Key Locking Door Latch - Heavy duty door latch with key locking capabilities
Magnetic Door Latch - Heavy duty full grip magnetic door latch
Doors
Glass Doors - Full view glass doors allow complete visibility of product without opening the door, available in full and Dutch
Pass Through Doors - Pass-thru doors create a convenient connection from preparation side to serving areas. With access from both sides of the cabinet staff is free to focus on customers, taking more orders and serving carry-outs during peak meal times
See-Thru Lexan Doors - See-thru lexan door provides high visability for hot and fresh items
Electrical
Mechanical Timer - Keep track of your tasks with the reliable mechanical timer. This classic wind-up timer requires no batteries and offers precise countdown functionality for cooking, baking, and more. With a simple twist, set the time and ensure you stay on schedule.
220-240 Volt - 220-240 Volt
Upgraded Element - Upgraded Element
Extra
Security Packages - HDM security packages can be added to select cabinets to help increase the security and durability of your unit
X-Factor Frame (consult factory) - X-Factor Frame
Cord Winder Brackets - Cabinet mounted brackets allow for cord to be wrapped and out of the way when not in use
Dry Erase Board - Door mounted dry erase board for menu changes or cabinet identification
Menu Card Holder - Door mounted frame to display menu card
Handles
Push Pull Handles - Push/pull handles allow for easy maneuvering. Handles are secured to the unit with reinforced backing plate. Ergonomically designed to be easy on the hands
Slides and Shelves
Fixed Universal Slides - Unique and versatile fixed slides accommodate a wide variety of pans, trays, and platters
Extra Tray Slides - Extra tray slides

SHORT FORM SPEC

Specified unit shall be FWE Model No. PHU-4

CONSTRUCTION. Heliarc welded, single unit construction of stainless steel; 20-gauge polished exterior, 22-gauge stainless steel interior with easy-to-clean coved corners. Welded tubular base frame shall be 1" square, heavy gauge stainless steel tubing, with 10-gauge stainless steel reinforcing plates at corners and fittings.

INSULATION. "Ultra-Guard" UG-26 high density fiberglass insulation throughout; top, back, bottom, sides and door.

HANDLES. Form grip flush-in-wall hand grips recess mounted on each side of unit.

DOORS AND LATCHES. Flush mounted, field reversible, stainless steel insulated doors. High temperature gasket sealed; gasket shall be cabinet mounted. Door shall have two (2) heavy duty edgemount die cast hinges and an antimicrobial door handle. The hinge mountings are reinforced with stainless steel backing plates.

CASTERS. Maintenance free polyurethane tire casters in a configuration of four (4) swivel with brake. Casters shall have a reinforced yoke mounted to 10-gauge caster plate. The caster mounting plate shall be secured to a 10-gauge stainless steel reinforcing stress plate via welded in place stainless steel studs. The reinforcing stress plates shall be welded to the heavy gauge tubular frame of the unit.

TRAY SLIDES. Welded rod-style tray slides are stainless steel for greater durability and sanitation. Fully adjustable / removable and designed to give secure bottom tray support. Universal tray slides accommodate (1) 18" x 26", (2) 12" x 20", (2) 14" x 18", (2) 18" x 13", (1) 20" x 22", (2) 10" x 20", (2) GN 1/1 and (1) GN 2/1. Removable stainless steel uprights shall be punched on 1.5" (38 mm) spacings for easy tray adjustment, and shall easily lift off heavy-duty stainless steel brackets without the use of tools for cleaning.

PROOFING SYSTEM/CONTROLS. Built in humidified holding system shall include two (2) separate long life Incoloy nickel-chromium alloy heating elements per cavity; separate, adjustable controls shall be provided for each function. One to control the interior air temperature, and one to control the interior air moisture. An oversized stainless steel water reservoir shall be removable for ease of cleaning/sanitation. System shall have a Hi-Temp, self-lubricated, impedance protected fan-cooled blower motor for moist air distribution. Controls shall be up-front, recessed and shall include a full range thermostat adjustable to actual temperature. Thermostat shall include temperature scale marked in ten degree increments (F/C) from 90° to 190°F (32° to 88°C). An operational range thermometer, adjustable moisture control (Low to High) with "P" to indicate "Proof" position, 20 amp ON/OFF power switch, humidity cycle light, and thermostat cycling light shall also be included.

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS. 3 wire grounded tri-directional power cord and plug, rear mounted for safety. See electrical data chart above for amperage and receptacle configuration. See electrical chart for models that require a dedicated circuit.

INSTALLATION. Unit should not be installed in an area where adverse environmental conditions are present.

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FWE products may be covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 288,299;238,300;3,952,609;4,192,991.

PHU-4

Two cabinets in one! Dual-purpose cabinets proof and heat, eliminating costly duplication of equipment

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If you can dream it, we can build it. Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars

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If you can dream it, we can build it.
Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars

If you can dream it, we can build it.
Cook | Hold | Transport | Serve | Refrigeration | Bars