Care and cleaning

The cleanliness and appearance of this unit will contribute considerably to operating efficiency and savory, appetizing food. Good equipment kept clean works better and lasts longer.

1.Disconnect unit from power source, and let cool.

2.Remove all detachable items such as plate carriers, shelves and side racks. Clean these items separately with a good grease solvent or commercial detergent. Rinse well and dry.

3.Clean interior metal

surfaces of the unit with	a
damp, clean cloth
and any good
commercial detergent
or grease solvent at
the recommended
strength. Spray
heavily soiled areas
with a water soluble
degreaser and let stand
for 10 minutes, then remove soil with a plastic
scouring pad. Rinse by wiping with a sponge
and clean warm water to remove all residue.

Remove excess water with sponge and wipe dry with a clean cloth or air dry. Replace side racks and shelves.

NOTE: Avoid the use of abrasive cleaning, compounds, chloride based cleaners, or cleaners containing quaternary salts. Never use hydrochloric acid (muriatic acid) on stainless steel.

4.Clean control panel, door vents, door handles, and door gaskets thoroughly since these areas harbor food debris. Rinse by wiping with sponge and clean warm water. Wipe dry with a clean cloth.

5.Interior can be wiped with a sanitizing solution after cleaning and rinsing. This solution must be approved for use on stainless steel food contact surfaces.

6.To help maintain the protective film coating on polished stainless steel, clean the exterior of the unit with a cleaner recommended for stainless steel surfaces. Spray the cleaning agent on

a clean cloth and wipe with the grain of the stainless steel.

Always follow appropriate state or local health (hygiene) regulations regarding all applicable cleaning and sanitation requirements

for foodservice equipment.

danger

dIScOnnecT UnIT FrOM POwer SOUrce BeFOre cleanIng Or SerVIcIng.

d a n g e r

AT NO TIME SHOULD THE INTERIOR

OR EXTERIOR BE STEAM CLEANED,

HOSED DOWN, OR FLOODED WITH

WATER OR LIQUID SOLUTION OF

ANY KIND. DO NOT USE WATER JET

TO CLEAN.

SeVere daMage Or elecTrIcal haZard cOUld reSUlT.

WARRANTY BECOMES VOID IF

APPLIANCE IS FLOODED

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1000-BQ2/128, 1000-BQ2/96, 1000-BQ2/192, Electric Banquet Carts specifications

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