Set the chocolate fountain base on a sturdy, level surface to begin. Starting off with a sturdy level surface will ensure proper operation of the chocolate fondue fountain. Uneven sheeting of chocolate over the fountain tiers is usually the result of the chocolate fountain not standing level or that the chocolate fondue is too thick.
All Column and tier screw in one by one and set up complete tower.
Pick up the main column and tier assembly and screw in the base.
With the fountain fully assembled and level, it's time to get warmed up. Set the temperature control for 100° while you prepare to melt your chocolate. Chocolate chips or callets can be added directly to the pan in the fountain base and heated until melted. After your chocolate is melted, reduce heat to 80°.
For a quick setup, we suggest pre-melting your chocolate in a microwave able zip-lock bag (see " preparing chocolate fondue with microwave ")