MAINTENANCE
Southbend equipment is sturdily constructed of the best quality materials and is designed to provide durable service when
treated with ordinary care. Top expect the best performance, your equipment must be maintained in good condition and
cleaned daily. Naturally, the periods for this care and cleaning depend on the amount and degree of usage.
Following daily and periodic maintenance procedures will enhance long-life for your equipment. Climactic conditions -
salt air - seasonings - water quality - may require more thorough and frequent cleaning or the life of the equipment could
be adversely affected.
DAILY CLEANING YOUR RS-4E MUST BE THOROUGHLY CLENED
EVERYDAY.
• Remove the pan supports and well cover. Wash separately in a sink with a mild detergent and warm water. Dry
thoroughly with a clean cloth.
• Wash interior surfaces, including the heating elements with a mild detergent and warm water. Rinse with clean water.
Dry thoroughly with a clean cloth. If discoloration starts due to build up of seasonings or food products remove by
using Scotch-Brite scouring pad. Then wash, rinse, and dry as above.
• Wash float baffle tube, check that the hole in tube is clear.
• Wash floats carefully, check that float stems are clean and floats move freely.
• Wipe exterior surface with a clean damp cloth.
• Return all cleaned parts to the unit, placing in their proper position.
• LEAVE THE DOOR OPEN AT NIGHT AFTER CLEANING. This allows the unit to dry thoroughly after cleaning
and also prolongs the life of the door gasket.
PERIODIC CLEANING - AS REQUIRED:
If a lime or mineral deposit starts to build up in the interior this should be cleaned by using Southbend "descaler" or other
non caustic deliming solution. Follow manufacturer's recommended procedures. Thoroughly rinse out unit.
To remove food build up or discoloration apply cleanser to a damp cloth or sponge and rub cleanser on the material in the
direction of the polishing lines on the metal. Never rub with a circular motion. Soil and discoloration which do not
respond to the above procedure can usually be removed by rubbing the surface with Scotch-Brite scouring pads or
stainless scouring pads.
CAUTION
Could result in expensive repairs or electrical shock. DO NOT GET
WATER IN THE CONTROLS.
DO NOT USE ordinary steel wool as any particles left on the surface will rust. NEVER USE a wire brush, steel or
abrasive scouring pads (except stainless), scraper, file or other steel tools. Surfaces which are marred collect dirt more
rapidly and become more difficult to clean. Marring also increases the possibility of corrosive attack. DO NOT clean door
gasket with a high chlorine solution or bleach.
NEVER USE A CORROSIVE CLEANER. USE ONLY CLEANERS APPROVED FOR STAINLESS STEEL.
STAINLESS STEEL:
To remove normal dirt, grease, or product residue from stainless steel, use ordinary soap and
water (with or without detergent) applied with a sponge or cloth. Dry thoroughly with a clean cloth. Never use vinegar or
any corrosive cleaner.
To remove grease and food splatter or condensed vapors that have baked on the equipment, apply cleanser to a damp
cloth or sponge and rub cleanser on the metal in the direction of the polishing lines on the metal. Rubbing cleanser as
gently as possible in the direction of the polished lines will not mar the finish of the stainless steel. NEVER RUB WITH
A CIRCULAR MOTION. Soil and burnt deposits which do not respond to the above procedure can usually be removed
by rubbing the surface with SCOTCH-BRITE scouring pads or STAINLESS scouring pads. DO NOT USE ORDINARY
STEEL WOOL, as any particles left on the surface will rust and further spoil the appearance of the finish. NEVER USE
A WIRE BRUSH, STEEL SCOURING PADS (EXCEPT STAINLESS), SCRAP ER, FILE OR OTHER STEEL TOOLS.
Surfaces which are marred collect dirt more rapidly and become more difficult to clean. Marring also increases the
possibility of corrosive attack. Refinishing may then be required.
CAUTION
UNSAFE CONDITIONS MAY EXIST
WHENEVER SERVICING OR CLEANING THE EQUIPMENT, THE MAIN POWER SUPPLIES
TO THE EQUIPMENT MUST BE DISCONNECTED.
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