11-7
SECTION 11 –
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
TABLES AND COUNTERTOPS
Work surfaces are covered with a plastic or
thermo-formed laminate that resists solvents,
stains, and abrasions. A coat of furniture wax
applied to these surfaces on the counters and
table will help preserve their beauty and make
cleaning easier. Always clean the surface before
applying wax.
SINK – STAINLESS STEEL
Care and Cleaning Instructions
The stainless steel sink can usually be cleaned
with water and soap or detergent using a soft
cloth or sponge.
•
Rinse thoroughly
with warm water and wipe
dry quickly to avoid spots and streaks.
•
For stubborn stains,
use a mild abrasive
cleanser like Soft Scrub
®
, Comet
®
, etc. Work
in the direction of the “grain” of the brushed
finish lines.
•
Never use steel wool.
Particles of steel from
the wool pad can embed into the sink surface,
then become rusty and unsightly.
•
Avoid contact with full-strength
bleaches,
household chemicals, and acid-based
cleaners. If this happens, rinse and wipe dry
quickly.
•
Salt, mustard, and mayonnaise
can cause
pitting if left on the steel sink surface. If
spilled, clean and rinse immediately.
•
A high iron content
in the water (hard water)
may result in a brown or rust-colored stained
appearance. If noticed, dry towel sink after
each use.
•
Do not use rubber mats
in the sink bowl.
Material trapped under mats can complicate
cleaning.
NOTE: Improper use may damage this product
and void the warranty.
RANGE AND REFRIGERATOR
For care and appearance maintenance of the
range and refrigerator, refer to the appliance
manufacturer’s operation and maintenance
manuals included in your InfoCase.
VINYL FLOORING
Care and Maintenance
You can easily maintain the beauty of your
vinyl flooring with little effort, by following
these recommendations:
•
Sweep or vacuum floor daily (use a vacuum
without a beater bar head.) Remove loose dirt
with a soft brush or Swiffer
®
type product.
•
For more intense cleaning, use a non-abrasive
cleanser, such as Mr. Clean
®
. Rinse with clean
water.
NOTE: Floor cleaners containing waxes,
brighteners, or gloss agents are not
recommended.
•
Regular cleaning with solvent-based
chemicals may adversely affect the topcoat
performance.
•
Do not use undiluted bleach or leave a dilution
of bleach on the floor for longer than one hour.
•
Vinyl flooring is extremely durable and long
lasting. It is normal for the floor to show some
denting and dimpling where furniture sets due
to the soft nature of the material. The dents are
not permanent and will come out over time.
Maintenance Tips
•
Install protection (such as pads or casters) on
furniture with legs or sharp edges. This
protection should not contain bitumen, which
may cause brown stains.
NOTE: Faulty pads and casters should be
removed and replaced.
•
Burning cigarettes and matches can cause
damage to the flooring.
•
Use doormats (that do not contain bitumen) to
keep out most of the dirt and dust.
