ASTM F2142-01 (R2019) PDF Download

A common test procedure for assessing the effectiveness of drawer warmers is ASTM F2142-01 (R2019). This test method's objective is to evaluate the temperature uniformity of drawer warmers as well as their preheat, idle, and holding energy consumption. Food service operators can utilize the findings of this evaluation to choose an appropriate drawer warmer and comprehend its energy efficiency and temperature consistency.

Electric drawer warmers that can hold either industry-standard 12 x 20 x 6-in. (nominal size) pans or standard-oversized 15 x 20 x 5-in. (nominal size) pans are covered by the standard, which is applicable to both freestanding and built-in models. Energy input rate, energy consumption rate at maximum setting, temperature calibration, preheat energy consumption and time, idle energy rate, holding energy rate, and temperature uniformity are all covered by the test method, which evaluates several performance characteristics of the drawer warmer.

The following are some specific uses for these evaluations: Verifying the drawer warmer is functioning properly by performing energy input rate and thermostat calibration checks

Calculating the amount of energy and time needed to preheat the drawer warmer, which helps food service operators manage energy demands,

Calculating the energy usage during operational periods by assessing the drawer warmer's holding and idle energy rates

Analyzing the drawer pan temperature and homogeneity to choose a drawer warmer that satisfies the operator's food holding requirements