FloAire Canopy Hood - Manual (Page 38)

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MAINTENANCE
To guarantee trouble free operation of this hood, the manufacturer suggests following these guidelines.
Most problems associated with hoods are directly related to poor service and maintenance such as not
replacing or cleaning filters.
Please record any maintenance or service performed on this fan in the documentation section located at
the end of this manual.
General Maintenance
1. Proper operation of the hood depends on how well the hood is maintained. All surfaces should be
kept free of grease build-up for sanitation reasons and to reduce the risk of fire.
2. Grease filters must always be installed and clean to reduce build-up of grease in the exhaust duct
and to allow for proper exhaust airflow.
3. Maintain all belts, motors, and electrical connections on fans attached to the hood. Ensure MUA
filters are kept clean and there are no leaks in MUA ductwork.
Daily Maintenance
1. Remove the grease baffle filters and clean in a dishwasher or soak sink daily.
2. Empty and clean grease drain and grease collection cups.
3. Carefully wipe away gritty substances clinging to stainless steel surfaces to avoid scratching.
4. Dilute ½ cup of laundry detergent (e.g. Tide) with one (1) gallon of warm water.
5. Soak a clean cloth in the water detergent solution and wring out the excess water.
6. Wipe the hood surfaces moving in the direction of the grain and periodically rinsing cloth in
detergent solution.
7. Using a different clean cloth soaked in clean warm water, wipe the hood surfaces to remove all
traces of the detergent solution.
8. Wipe hood surfaces dry with a clean, dry cloth. Clean the hood temperature sensor in riser if
equipped with one.
9. Reapply stainless steel polish.
Quarterly Maintenance
1. Inspect the unit and duct for grease or air leaks and repair leaks where required.
2. Clean ductwork attached to hood to prevent a mass accumulation of grease.
CAUTION
DO NOT use iron wool (Brillo or SOS pads), scrapers, or spatulas to clean hood!
DO NOT use the following substances on or around the hood:
1. Chlorine or chlorine based substances.
2. Acids (e.g. acetic, hydrochloric, sulfuric).
3. Chloride based substances (e.g. mercuric chloride, ferric chloride).
Vapors of the above substances can corrode stainless steel!