Housekeeping and Safety

Housekeeping and Safety Recommendations

Please use caution when inside any walk-in. The floor may become slippery if allowed to become wet or greasy. To provide user safety, to maintain optimum performance and long life of this product, we recommend regularly reviewing the following procedures with anyone that may enter the walk-in:

•Keep all walkway surfaces clean and free of spilled liquids and food particles. All aisles must be kept clear for passage.

•Inspect the condition of the anti-skid strips monthly. Replace or add additional strips as needed.

•Keep door closed to prevent the accumulation of condensation on floor and other surfaces.

•Inspect refrigeration equipment frequently for proper functioning of evaporator drain pans, defrost controls and drain line heaters.

•Condensate water must never be allowed to drip on the walk-in floor. Refer to the refrigeration instructions for proper condensate line installation.

•Frost or condensation appearing around the door jamb indicates that the heater cable is inoperative or that the door gasket may need to be replaced, or that the door has not been properly closed.

•Hinges used on the doors are self closing with a nylon cam and bushing. The hinges are lubricated at the factory for ease of operation. They should be lubricated every three months with petroleum jelly. Care should be used to keep dirt and trash out of the hinge.

•To help prevent moisture accumulating in the insulation, be sure to replace missing plug buttons. Additional buttons are shipped with each order.

Warning! If you observe any abnormal or unsafe conditions, you should contact your maintenance manager to have this condition corrected.

Cleaning of Stucco Aluminum & Galvalume Plus

The ceiling, walls and floors of Brown walk-ins are covered with a metal finish. Cleaning of this surface can be accomplished by the use of a mild detergent, warm water and a soft cleaning cloth.

The use of an abrasive type cleaner can scratch the surface of the metal. The use of any form of cleaning agent that contains any form of acid may cause a discoloring or darkening of the metal finishes. Markings made by felt tip pens or “Magic Markers” can be removed by use of lacquer thinner, varsol, or naphtha. After using these clean- ers, wash the space with soap and warm water to remove any chemical residue.

Cleaning Stainless Steel Finishes

1.Always clean in the direction of the grain.

2.Use alkaline, alkaline chlorinated or non-chloride containing cleaners. If you are unsure, check with your cleaner supplier.

3.Rinse, Rinse, Rinse.

Cleaning of Door Gaskets

Magnetic door gaskets should be cleaned with mild detergents and hot water. Remove all soap film and dry thoroughly with a clean cloth. Strong cleaners are corrosive and should not be allowed to come in contact. Never use acids (hydrochloric or muriatic for example) on door gaskets.