Thermo Scientific NAPCO 6506, Operator'S Manual

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EFFECTIVE METHODS FOR CLEANING STAINLESS STEEL (cont.)
Cleaning Agent * Method of Application** Effect on Finish
Heat Tint or Heavy
Discoloration Penny-Brite or Copper-Brite. Rub with dry cloth. Use in direction of polish
lines on No. 4 (polished)
finish. May scratch No. 2
(mill) and Nos. 7 and 8
(polished) finishes.
Paste NuSteel, DuBois
Temp, Tarnite, or Kelox.
Rub with dry cloth or stainless
steel wool. Use in direction of polish
lines on No. 4 (polished)
finish. May scratch No. 2
(mill) and Nos. 7 and 8
(polished) finishes.
Revere Stainless Steel
Cleaner, Take-Off, or AC-60 Apply with damp sponge or
cloth. Use in direction of polish
lines on No. 4 (polished)
finish. May scratch No. 2
(mill) and Nos. 7 and 8
(polished) finishes.
Allen Polish, Steel Bright,
Wyandotte, Bab-O, Zud,
Dubrite, or Prepare Dex.
Rub with a damp cloth. Use in direction of polish
lines on No. 4 (polished)
finish. May scratch No. 2
(mill) and Nos. 7 and 8
(polished) finishes.
Burnt-on Foods and
Grease, Fatty Acids,
Milkstone (where
swabbing or rubbing is
not practical) Easy-Off, De-Grease-It, 4 to
6% hot solution of such
agents as trisodium
phosphate, or sodium
tripolyphosphate, or 5 to 15%
caustic soda solution.
Apply generous coating.
Allow to stand for 10-15
minutes. Rinse. repeated
application may be
necessary. Excellent removal,
satisfactory for use on all
finishes.
Tenacious Deposits, Rusty
Discolorations, Industrial
Atmospheric Stains
Oakite No. 33, Dilac, Texo
12, Texo N.Y., Flash-Klenz,
Caddy Cleaner, Turco Scale
4368 or Permag 57.
Rub with dry cloth. Use small
amount of cleaner. Use in direction of polish
lines on No. 4 (polished)
finish. May scratch No. 2
(mill) and Nos. 7 and 8
(polished ) finishes.
Hard Water Spots and
Scale Vinegar. Swab or wipe with cloth.
Rinse with water and dry. Satisfactory for all finishes.
5% oxalic acid, 5% sulfamic
acid, 5 to 10% phosphoric
acid, or Dilac, Oakite No. 33,
Texo 12, Texo N.Y
Swab or soak with cloth. Let
stand 10-15 minutes. Always
follow with neutralizer rinse,
and dry.
Satisfactory for all finishes.
Effective on tenacious
deposits or where scale has
built up.
Grease and Oil Organic solvents such as
carbon tetrachloride,
trichlorethylene, acetone,
kerosene, gasoline, benzene,
alcohol, and chlorethane n.u.
Rub with cloth. Organic
solvents may be flammable
and/or toxic. OBSERVE ALL
PRECAUTIONS AGAINST
FIRE. Do not smoke while
vapors are present, and BE
SURE AREA IS WELL
VENTILATED.
Satisfactory for use on all
finishes.
SUGGESTIONS:
- Use the mildest cleaning procedure that will do the job
effectively.
- Rub in the direction of polish lines for maximum effectiveness
and to avoid marring the surface.
- Rinse thoroughly with fresh water after every cleaning
operation.
- Wipe dry to avoid water markes.
NOTE:
* Use of proprietary names is intended only to indicate a type
of cleaner, and does not constitute an endorsement, nor is
omission of any proprietary cleaner to imply its inadequacy. It
should be emphasized that all products should be used in
strict accordance with instructions on package.
** In all applications a stainless steel wool or sponge or fibrous
brush or pads are recommended. Avoid use of ordinary steel
wool or steel brushes for scouring stainless steel.