Vulcan-Hart VRT SERIES operation manual Door Gasket Care, Preserving & Restoring, Heat Tint

VCH & VRT SERIES OVENS F-41162 (07-10)

2.Never use steel wool – which will leave behind particles that will rust.

3.Never use acid-based or chloride containing cleaning solutions – which will break down the protective film.

4.Never rub in a circular motion. Always rub gently in the direction of the steel grain.

the protective film to thicken. This is unsightly, but is not a sign of permanent damage.

To remove heat tint, follow the routine cleaning procedure. Stubborn heat tint will require heavy-duty cleaning. To reduce heat tint, limit the exposure of equipment to excessive heat.

5.Never leave any food products or salt on the surface. Many foods are acidic. Salt contains chloride.

PRESERVING & RESTORING:

Special stainless steel polishing cleaners can preserve and restore the protective film.

Preserve the life of stainless steel with a regular application of a high-quality stainless steel polishing cleaner, as a final step to daily cleaning.

If signs of breakdown appear, restore the stainless steel surface. First, thoroughly clean, rinse, and dry the surface. Then, on a daily basis, apply a high-quality stainless steel polish according to manufacturer’s instructions.

HEAT TINT:

Darkened areas, called “heat tint,” may appear on stainless steel exposed to excessive heat. Excessive heat causes

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DOOR GASKET CARE

DOOR GASKET:

At least once a week, thoroughly check the door gasket for damage/wear. A damaged gasket can cause inefficient and unsatisfactory operation of the oven.

If the gasket requires cleaning:

1.Gently wash gasket using a moist cloth, a mild detergent solution, and warm water.

2.Rinse with a fresh cloth moistened in warm water to remove all traces of detergent.

3.Gently wipe dry with a clean dry cloth.

Never apply food oils, or petroleum lubricants directly to the gasket(s). Petroleum based solvents and lubricants will reduce the gasket’s life.