Metro Case Carts - Manual (Page 3)

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Case Carts
1. The Cart Wash Chamber must be non-pressurized.
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CASE CART AUTOMATED CART WASH PARAMETERS
L01-232 Rev.D
01/13
2. Water temperatures in the range of 140°F (60°C) to 180°F (82.2°C) are allowed with an exposure period not to exceed 30 minutes.
3. Hot air drying is allowed with the temperatures not to exceed 200°F (93.3°C) and an exposure period not to exceed 15 minutes.
4. Steam sanitation is allowed with the temperature not to exceed 212°F (100°C) and an exposure period not to exceed 15 minutes.
5. Phosphoric acid based sanitation is allowed with the concentration of phosphoric acid not to exceed 10% by volume.
6. Sodium hydroxide based sanitation is allowed with the concentration of sodium hydroxide not to exceed 10% by volume.
7. Potassium hydroxide based sanitation is allowed with the concentration of sodium hydroxide not to exceed 10% by volume.
8. Sodium hypochorite, chlorine, chlorine dioxide and/or bleach based sanitation MUST be avoided.
CASTER/ CART MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
As a general guideline, if cart washing is frequent and/or prolonged, it is suggested to start by re-greasing the casters once a week
with a high temperature non-EP or silicone grease designated for use with anti-friction bearings and capable of withstanding
temperature ranges of between 0° F (17.7°C) to 325° F (162.7°C). The f requency of caster re-greasing can then be adjusted as
required. Casters should be periodically inspected for worn treads, loose bolts, excessive play and/or caster wheel/tread degradation
and repaired or replaced as required.
Additionally, if cart washing is frequent and/or prolonged, the silicone sealed joints should also be periodically inspected to insure that
the integrity and adhesion of the silicon seal to the metal substrate is acceptable and remains capable of maintaining a watertight seal.
If visible degradation of the silicone seal becomes apparent, the existing sealant should be removed and replaced with
Dow Corning® 732 Multi-Purpose Sealant or equivalent.