HotCup Operators’ Guide Appendix E

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Appendix EClean Hot Water T ank
Some smell and/or taste problems may occur in new machines. Follow this procedure to clean the
hot water tank if you experience problems:
1. If the machine is in service, remove power from the machine.
2. Dissolve 1 tablespoon of common baking soda in a cup of water.
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The water tank may be HOT. Be careful when working on the tank.
3. Loosen or remove the hot water tank lid and pour the baking soda solution into the tank.
4. Apply power to the machine.
5. If the tank is not full, fill it.
6. Allow the tank to reach its operating temperature.
7. Leave the solution in the tank for AT LE AST ½ hour. If possible, leave the solution in the tank
for 1 hour.
8. Drain the tank.
9. Refill the tank, then drain again.
10. Refill the tank and put the machine back into service.