Installation
MF2944/BIR3
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2215-1373 Rev. P; ECN 14-00-006 6/6/2014 11
Cleaning and maintenance instructions for stainless steel
Material Description:
Stainless steel is extremely durable, and maintenance is simple and inexpensive . Proper care, particularly
under corrosive conditions, is essential . Always start with the simplest solution and work your way toward the more complicated .
Routine cleaning:
Daily or as often as needed use a solution of warm water and soap, detergent, or ammonia . Apply the cleaning
solution per the manufacturer’s instructions and always use a soft cloth or sponge to avoid damaging the finish .
Stubborn Stains:
To remove stains from stainless steel use a stainless steel cleaner and polish such as Ball
®
stainless steel cleaner
or a soft abrasive . Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions and apply in the same direction as the polish lines .
Never use ordinary steel wool or steel brushes on stainless steel. Always use stainless steel wool or stainless steel
brushes.
Special Situations for Material
Fingerprints and Smears:
To remove fingerprints or smears use a high quality stainless steel cleaner and polish in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions . Many of these products leave a protective coating that helps prevent future smears and fingerprints .
Grease and Oil :
To remove grease and oil use a quality commercial detergent or caustic cleaner . Apply in accordance to the
manufacturer’s instructions and in the direction of the polish lines .
Precautions:
Avoid prolonged contact with chlorides (bleaches, salts), bromides (sanitizing agents), thiocyanates (pesticides,
photography chemicals, and some foods), and iodides on stainless steel equipment, especially if acid conditions exist .
Do not permit salty solutions to evaporate and dry on stainless steel.
The appearance of rust streaks on stainless steel leads to the belief that the stainless steel is rusting . Look for the actual source of
the rust in some iron or steel particles which may be touching, but not actually a part of the stainless steel structure .
Strongly acidic or caustic cleaners may attack the steel, causing a reddish film to appear. The use of these cleaners should
be avoided.
Brand Names:
Use of brand names is intended only to indicate a type of cleaner . This does not constitute an endorsement, nor does
the omission of any brand name cleaner imply its inadequacy . Many products named are regional in distribution, and can be found in
local supermarkets, department and hardware stores, or through your cleaning service . It is emphasized that all products should be
used in strict accordance with package instructions .
