Clean Coils and Inspect Drawer Gaskets
Quarterly
RF 19 Q01
Document Part #19011151 – Rev. C – Revised 5/23/2018
©McDonald’s Corporation · Planned Maintenance Manual · Revised January 2007
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Why
The condenser coil requires regular cleaning to maximize the unit’s performance. Failure to do so
could lead to premature refrigeration system failure, additional energy usage, quality and safety
risks for food product and voiding of warranty.
Time required
5 minutes to prepare
10 minutes to complete
Time of day
Evening after closing
For 24-hour restaurants: during low volume period
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Tools and supplies
Soft Bristled
Brush
Heat-resistant
gloves
Procedure
1
Turn unit off
Flip the rocker switch to the
OFF position to power down
the refrigerated drawers.
Unplug the equipment from
the electrical outlet.
Potential shock hazard.
2
Remove louvered panel
Panel is located on the lower
left side of the equipment.
Lift up on the panel and pull
away from the side of the
equipment to remove.
Louvers may have sharp
edges.
3
Clean condenser coil
Using a soft-bristled brush,
remove all dirt, dust, and
debris from the coil.
Surfaces inside of the
condenser compartment may
be hot. Wear heat-resistant
gloves when accessing
condenser coil.
Always brush in the direction
of the coil fins.
4
Reinstall louvered panel
Insert the six (6) tabs of the
louvered panel into the slots
around the condenser coil
opening, and then lower the
panel to lock it into place.
Louvers may have sharp
edges.
