Removal from Service
Decommissioning
In the event that the machine must be decommissioned, follow these steps:
1.Remove the chemical injection supply system, if applicable.
a.Have a qualified electrician disconnect power to the chemical injection supply system at its source.
b.Using the manufacturer’s instructions, carefully remove the chemical injection supply system from the machine. Make certain that no chemical supplies come into contact with skin or clothing.
2.Clean interior of machine, both basket and shell.
a.Flush supply dispenser (soap dish) with water.
b.Run a short rinse cycle to clean detergent and chemical residues from the interior of the machine.
3.Disconnect electrical power.
a.Shut off main power supply at the breaker box or main control panel.
b.Do not attempt to disconnect power supply wires from power supply. Have a qualified electrician disconnect power to machine and reuse unit, if applicable, at its source.
4.Disconnect hoses.
a.Disconnect drain hose from sump, gutter, or drain.
b.Turn off water supply. Disconnect individual hot and cold water inlet hoses from the machine.
c.Allow time for residual water in the machine to drain. Then disconnect drain hose from the machine.
5.Disconnect steam hose, if applicable.
a.Turn off steam supply and allow time for the valve to cool.
b.Disconnect steam hose from machine.
6.Remove the
a.Keep all panels in place to provide stability when moving the machine.
b.Verify that door is closed and secure.
c.Loosen and remove anchor bolts holding machine base to floor.
d.Break the grout seal at each corner of the machine, using a crowbar.
e.Use crowbars at the front corners to lift the machine a few inches so that the forks of a forklift truck can reach under the machine.
f.Bolting the base frame to a pallet will facilitate removal to a transport vehicle.
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