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CLEANING THE SYSTEM
Filling and Emptying the Water Bath
The unit does not need to be emptied completely between
every use; however, it is recommended that the unit be drained
every two days or any time that colostrum residue has spilled
into the bath. To drain the system, raise the lid and pull the
drain plug as shown in the view below.
(This is also the tube
where overflow water will exit the tank)
. Allow the unit to drain
completely and then rinse with warm water followed by a hot
water and detergent bath, finishing with a hot water rinse.
1. Drain the machine by lifting up the SS Plunger in the
right rear of the sink. Twist as shown to keep the drain
“Open”.
2. With the unit off and the pump stopped, raise the lid for
full access. Perform a warm water rinse to remove spilled
colostrum and dirt.
(avoid hot water rinse as this can cause
calcium deposits to stick to surfaces at this step)
3. Clean the following surfaces with hot water and soap.
We routinely recommend a powerful dish soap such as
DAWN. Go over all the exposed surface areas with the
included scrub brushes and appropriate disinfectants. A
mild scrub pad may be used to remove any residue on
the following components:
•
Thermocouple well at bottom of bath
•
Underside of the Pasteurizer/Warmer lid
•
Bottom strainer and the corner drain area
•
Accessory spigots, pitchers or hoses
4. For stubborn residues or buildup, consult with your dairy
chemical distributor. Avoid the use of acids on non-stainless
steel surfaces as they may corrode some of the brass or
aluminum parts on the equipment. Follow manufacturers
handling recommendations for all chemicals.
5. Perform a final hot water rinse of all surfaces and allow to
dry completely if possible.
6. Spray the stainless steel surfaces with a disinfectant and
allow it to dry on the surface. This will help to eliminate
the build-up of a biofilm.
(Dairy Tech recommends Effersan
reconstituted tablets as a proven disinfectant for the final
spray of the milk surfaces. Call for ordering information.)
7. Replace SS Plunger by gently twisting back and forth as
it is pushed downward. If it is forced too quickly, it may
dislodge the rubber gasket in the bottom of the drain.
ENERGY AND TIME SAVING TIPS
1. Pasteurize the colostrum as quickly as possible after
collection to take advantage of the heat already in the
colostrum to improve energy efficiency. This will also
prevent the immediate heavy growth of bacteria in this
fresh product.
2. Avoid placing the unit in an area of high drafts to prevent
convection heat losses while pasteurizing.
3. Colostrum can be stored in the refrigerator for 24-48
hours if it is handled cleanly once it has been pasteurized.
Filling Perfect Udder® Colostrum management bags
allows for a disposable system that makes it easy to keep
track of dates and colostrum quality. These bags also
allow the product to be warmed more quickly when they
are needed for the newborn and can then be fed without
recontamination of the product.
These can be ordered at:
www.dairytechinc.com.
4. Always wear nitrile or latex gloves when handling the
milk or colostrum to prevent the spread of pathogens
from the skin surface.
WHEN SERVICE IS REQUIRED
If you purchased this equipment from an authorized dealer, contact
them directly with inquiries or repair questions. For prompt service,
work through the troubleshooting guide in this manual to give an
accurate description of the problem.
The Dairy Tech, Inc. Service & Parts department can also assist
when needed 1-866-384-2697 extension 2
Repair by an unauthorized service technician will void the warranty.
For parts list and ordering
visit
www.dairytechinc.com
You may also see the last pages of this user manual.
Contact Dairy Tech, Inc.
Dairy Tech, Inc.
34824 CR 29 | Greeley, CO 80631
Toll Free: 1-866-384-2697
Local: 1-970-674-1888
Fax: 1-970-686-5871
Hours: M – F 7am – 4pm, MST
Web:
www.DairyTechInc.com
eMail: [email protected]
