The Hatco Electric Salamander grill is specially designed for versatility in the kitchen with the capability to cook, grill, reheat and keep a variety of foods at their optimum serving temperatures. Three independently-controlled Instant-On quick-heating infrared ribbon elements provide the benefits of energy conservation and cost savings. The plate detection feature activates Instant-On heating elements when a food plate comes into contact with the plate detection bar, and automatically deactivates when the plate is removed. Features a touch control panel with a HOLD function that has eight programmable heat levels.