C L E A N I N G & M A I N T E N A N C E
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PROTECTING STAINLESS STEEL SURFACES
It is important to guard against corrosion
in the care of stainless steel
surfaces. Harsh, corrosive,
or inappropriate chemicals
can completely destroy the
protective surface layer
of stainless steel. Abrasive
pads, steel wool, or metal implements will abrade
surfaces causing damage to this protective coating
and will eventually result in areas of corrosion.
Even water, particularly hard water that contains
high to moderate concentrations of chloride, will
cause oxidation and pitting that result in rust
and corrosion. In addition, many acidic foods
spilled and left to remain on metal surfaces are
contributing factors that will corrode surfaces.
Proper cleaning agents, materials, and
methods are vital to maintaining the appearance
and life of this appliance. Spilled foods should be
removed and the area wiped as soon as possible
but at the very least, a minimum of once a day.
Always thoroughly rinse surfaces after using a
cleaning agent and wipe standing water as quickly
as possible after rinsing.
CLEANING AGENTS
Use non-abrasive cleaning products designed for
use on stainless steel surfaces. Cleaning agents
must be chloride-free compounds and must not
contain quaternary salts. Never use hydrochloric
acid (muriatic acid) on stainless steel surfaces.
Always use the proper cleaning agent at the
manufacturer's recommended strength.
Contact your local cleaning supplier for
product recommendations.
CLEANING MATERIALS
The cleaning function can usually be accomplished
with the proper cleaning agent and a soft, clean
cloth. When more aggressive methods must be
employed, use a non-abrasive scouring pad on
difficult areas and make certain to scrub with the
visible grain of surface metal to avoid surface
scratches. Never use wire brushes, metal scouring
pads, or scrapers to remove food residue.
C L E A N I N G A N D P R E V E N T A T I V E M A I N T E N A N C E
C A U T I O N
TO PROTECT STAINLESS STEEL
SURFACES, COMPLETELY AVOID
THE USE OF ABRASIVE CLEANING
COMPOUNDS, CHLORIDE BASED
CLEANERS, OR CLEANERS
CONTAINING QUATERNARY SALTS.
NEVER USE HYDROCHLORIC ACID
(MURIATIC ACID) ON STAINLESS
STEEL. NEVER USE WIRE
BRUSHES, METAL SCOURING
PADS OR SCRAPERS.
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