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Cleaning
During the RTP 10i®’s operation, excess powder will find its way into parts of the machine,
particularly in the Tooling and Force Feeder. It is important to clean the RTP 10i® thoroughly to
prevent rusting and cross contamination.
LFA recommends that the machine be cleaned after each operation.
Tools and Materials Needed
• Container for excess powder
• Cleaning brush
• Bagless vacuum
• Long wire pipe cleaner
• Toothbrush
• Cleaner (e.g. Member's Mark Commercial Lemon Fresh Disinfectant)
• Sanitizer (e.g. Member's Mark Commercial Sanitizer)
• Set of metric Allen keys with ball ends
• Crosshead screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Die Installation/Removal Bar from RTP 10i® Toolkit
• Disposable latex/rubber gloves
• Bowl of warm soapy water (nothing abrasive)
• Clean cloths
• Potable water
• Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only)
• Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only)
Instructions
Note: Wear latex/rubber gloves (and appropriate food grade attire if applicable) during this
process.
Release Excess Powder
1. Place a container underneath the Force Feeder Adjustment Base Discharge Plate.
2. Remove the Force Feeder Adjustment Base Discharge Plate's screw with a crosshead
screwdriver.
WARNING:
To prevent any potential personal injury, ALWAYS unplug the RTP
10i® from the electrical outlet when replacing parts.
