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food particles. Use a soft bristle brush to clean the water sensor, temperature probe and to remove
stubborn food particles. Do not use abrasive cleaning compounds or steel wool.
6. After all the particulate matter has been removed, wipe down the interior of the cooking
compartment, particularly below the normal operating level, with a vinegar solution. When done
daily this will prevent the buildup of calcium and other mineral deposits left over from the boiling of
water, and prevent scale buildup in the steamer. Rinse the inside of steamer compartment and
drain valve thoroughly with clean water.
7. Inspect the probe assembly and clean it with a vegetable brush or similar non-abrasive cleaning
means. If detergent has been used to clean the inside of the steamer, be sure and thoroughly rinse
off the probe assembly with a vinegar solution. If detergent residue is not completely rinsed from the
probe assembly the film residue can prevent the water level control from properly operating.
8. Clean the door assembly.
xRemove the door gasket assembly (see Figure 2-10).
xNote the keyhole slots on the door and the retaining pins
on the gasket assembly. Grasp the gasket assembly at
the sides and lift up and towards you to remove the
assembly.
xClean all surfaces of the gasket assembly, as well as the
inside of the door, by wiping with a damp cloth.
xRotate the liner assembly 180q and replace the gasket
assembly by sliding the retaining pins into the keyhole
slots. Either long edge of the gasket assembly can be
positioned at the top. Periodic rotating of the door
assembly will increase the door gasket life.
9. Replace the cleaned KleanShield¥ (See Chapter 2, Section A, Part 3), slide r acks and fan guard.
10. Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth only. NEVER HOSE DOWN THE STEAMER. Electrical
components inside the unit will not function correctly if wet or damp and may cause a shock hazard.
11. After cleaning, leave the steamer door open until the next steamer operation. This prevents
compartment odor buildup and increases gasket life.
CHAPTER 3. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE ANDTROUBLESHOOTING
A. MAINTENANCE
Maintenance on the steamer must be performed on a regular basis to keep the unit running properly and
efficiently. By following the simple maintenance instructions in this chapter and cleaning the equipment
regularly as outlined in Chapter 2, Part D, problems with the steamer will be kept to a minimum. As with any
preventative maintenance schedule, the frequency of steamer maintenance may need to be increased,
depending on equipment usage and water quality. If problems do occur, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide
in this chapter. For more information on product and services, contact your sales representative.
Figure 2-10 Door Gasket Assembly
WARNING
Never operate a SteamChef¥ 3 Steamer without the
KleanShield¥ properly installed in the bottom of the
water reservoir or the fan guard installed over the fan.