BENCHSTAR HCW-3 3 Pan Electric Heated Counter Warmer – Dual Zone

BENCHSTAR HCW-3 3 Pan Electric Heated Counter Warmer – Dual Zone

The BENCHSTAR HCW-3 is a compact commercial 3 pan electric heated counter warmer featuring two different holding conditions within one cabinet. The upper shelf uses dry heat to help keep fried foods crispy, while the lower shelf uses humidity heat to help keep pies and pastries moist.

Designed for cafés, takeaway shops and convenience stores, the HCW-3 accommodates 2 × 316 × 436mm pans in the upper dry heat zone and 1 × 400 × 600mm pan in the lower humidity zone. Clear see-through flip doors provide a front-facing food display for customers while allowing staff to load and replenish products from the rear.

At only 914mm wide, the HCW-3 is the compact model in the range and operates from a 240V 15A plug. An adjustable +30°C to +85°C temperature range, automatic water refill, low-water protection and stainless steel construction make it a practical hot food display for commercial foodservice applications.

Key Features

• Compact commercial 3 pan dual-zone heated counter warmer
• Dual-zone holding provides two different holding conditions in one cabinet
• Upper dry heat zone helps keep fried foods crispy
• Lower humidity heat zone helps keep pies and pastries moist
• Holds 2 × 316 × 436mm pans in the upper dry heat zone
• Holds 1 × 400 × 600mm pan in the lower humidity zone
• Clear see-through flip doors for product visibility
• Dual-access design with front-facing customer display and rear staff loading
• Adjustable temperature range from +30°C to +85°C
• Digital temperature display for convenient monitoring
• Automatic water refill system with manual bypass
• Drainage pipe for convenient wastewater removal
• Float switch protection prevents heating when the water level is low
• 325mm upper shelf spacing
• 390mm lower shelf spacing
• Bottom-access mica heaters for easier servicing
• Independent lighting switch
• All stainless steel construction
• Perforated pans support even steam distribution
• Compact 914mm wide footprint
• 240V, 2840W / 15A plug
• 1 Year Parts & Labour Warranty

Dual-Zone Hot Food Holding

The HCW-3 provides two different heated holding environments within the same cabinet, allowing different types of hot food to be displayed at the same time.

The upper shelf uses dry heat, making it suited to fried foods where maintaining a crisp texture is important. The lower shelf uses humidity heat, providing a more suitable holding environment for pies, pastries and other products where moisture retention is preferred.

3 Pan Capacity

The BENCHSTAR HCW-3 provides a total 3 pan configuration across its two heating zones.

The upper dry heat section accommodates 2 × 316 × 436mm pans, while the lower humidity section accommodates 1 × 400 × 600mm pan.

Front Display & Rear Loading Access

Clear see-through flip doors provide customers with a clear front-facing view of the displayed food while allowing staff to load and replenish products from the rear.

This dual-access configuration helps support efficient service during busy periods, particularly in takeaway shops, cafés and convenience stores where products need to remain visible while being regularly replenished.

+30°C to +85°C Temperature Range

The BENCHSTAR HCW-3 operates across an adjustable temperature range of +30°C to +85°C.

A digital temperature display allows staff to conveniently monitor the cabinet temperature, including when food is being held above 60°C.

Automatic Water Refill System

The lower humidity zone incorporates an automatic water refill system, helping reduce the need for frequent manual topping up during operation.

A manual bypass is also provided, while a drainage pipe allows wastewater to be conveniently removed when required.

Float Switch Protection

A built-in float switch protection system prevents heating when the water level is too low, providing additional protection for the humidity heating system.

Flexible Shelf Heights

The HCW-3 provides generous internal clearance for different food and product heights, with 325mm upper shelf spacing and 390mm lower shelf spacing.

Designed for Easier Servicing

The unit incorporates bottom-access mica heaters to provide easier servicing access when required.

An independent lighting switch allows the display lighting to be operated separately from the heating system.

Stainless Steel Construction

The HCW-3 features all stainless steel construction for durability and ease of cleaning in demanding commercial foodservice environments.

Perforated pans support even steam distribution within the humidity heating section.

Compact 914mm Wide Design

At 914mm wide, the HCW-3 is the smallest model in the BENCHSTAR heated counter warmer range, making it particularly suitable for businesses with limited counter or display space.

Unlike the larger HCW-4 and HCW-5 models that require hard-wiring, the HCW-3 operates from a 240V 15A outlet.

Choosing Your BENCHSTAR Heated Counter Warmer

The BENCHSTAR heated counter warmer range is available in three sizes. The HCW-3 is the compact 914mm wide 3-pan model, the HCW-4 is the 1219mm wide 4-pan model, and the larger HCW-5 is 1536mm wide with a 5-pan configuration.

The HCW-3 operates from a 15A outlet, while the larger HCW-4 and HCW-5 require a hard-wired electrical connection.

Specifications

Electrical Requirements

The BENCHSTAR HCW-3 operates on 240V with a 2840W power rating and 15A plug. This differs from the larger HCW-4 and HCW-5 models, which require hard-wired electrical connections.

Warranty

The BENCHSTAR HCW-3 is covered by a 1 Year Parts and Labour Warranty.

Ideal For

The BENCHSTAR HCW-3 3 Pan Dual Zone Heated Counter Warmer is ideal for cafés, takeaway shops, convenience stores and other commercial foodservice businesses requiring a compact hot food display capable of holding crispy fried foods and moisture-sensitive products such as pies and pastries in separate heating zones.