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5.3 Exterior cleaning (as required)
CAUTION
When cleaning the exterior of the waste
pulper, be sure to follow these guidelines:
•
A commercial stainless steel cleaner can
be used on exterior body panels. Follow
the manufacturer’s directions.
•
Meiko strongly recommends using water
or a mild detergent, instead of a stainless
steel cleaner, when cleaning the control
panel of the unit. These chemicals can
damage the buttons, lights and labels.
•
Never use abrasive cleaners or pads
when cleaning the exterior of the waste
pulper. These can scratch the surface of
the unit.
CAUTION
Ensure that detergents and stainless steel
cleaners are kept out of the interior of the
machine. These chemicals can cause
foaming which will interfere with proper
operation. If the interior of the unit requires
cleaning, refer to the deliming procedures
(Section 5.4).
5.4 Deliming (as required)
Lime scale deposits will occur over time on
the interior of the waste pulper if it is operated
using a hard water supply. Meiko recommends
a hardness of 4 grains per U.S. gallon (7 DH
German hardness).
A deliming or de-scaling process can be used
to remove these deposits, as well as any
accumulated waste residue.
When deliming the interior, be sure to follow
these guidelines:
•
Use deliming agents designed for use with
commercial dishwashers and waste
pulpers.
•
Follow the instructions for the deliming
agent that is used.
•
After the deliming procedure, allow the
machine to run for at least 10-15 minutes
to rinse the interior thoroughly.
S
ECTION
5 - C
LEANING
•
Press the STOP OPERATION button to
engage the automatic self-cleaning cycle.
The machine will enter a self-cleaning
cycle that should last approximately 15
minutes. During this cycle, the STOP
OPERATION button will be illuminated.
•
When the self-cleaning cycle is finished,
the lighted STOP OPERATION button will
turn off.
•
Press the OFF button.
•
Open the front access door. Open the
drain valve, and allow the machine to
drain.
•
Perform the
Daily Cleaning
and
Weekly
Cleaning
procedures in
Sections 5.1
and
5.2
of this Manual) to remove any
remaining deliming agent residue from the
components and interior of the machine.
•
Inspect the interior for any remaining
deliming agent residue. If residue is
present, remove it using a soft cloth and
hot water.
•
Thoroughly flush the interior of the
machine using warm water from a low-
pressure hose or spray nozzle.
CAUTION
Never use a high-pressure water spray
when cleaning the machine.
•
Leave the doors of the machine open.
Allow the interior of the machine, as well
as the scrap screen, screw and perforated
cylinder, to air dry thoroughly overnight.
•
Reassemble all components into the
waste pulper. Replace the cutting wheel
access flap into its original position.
Remember to close the drain valve before
operating the machine!
CAUTION
Ensure that ALL residue of the deliming
agent is removed. Residue from the agent
can damage seals and plastic com-
ponents inside the waste pulper.