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• DO NOT USE a straight bleach solution to clean your unit. Bleach will eventually erode stainless steel if not
thoroughly rinsed.
o Erosion from chlorine bleach is detectable and will void the warranty.
o If your process must use chlorine bleach it must not exceed 10% and must be rinsed immediately after
disinfection to avoid damage to the metal.
7.2.2 Stainless Care and Maintenance
To maintain your Stainless steel product, follow these steps:
• Rinse the surfaces with water frequently.
• Do not touch the surfaces with oily hands.
• Always use soft abrasive fine grit pads to clean grime in the direction of the metal grain.
• Once clean, condition your stainless surfaces with WD40 lubricant or Stainless steel polish.
7.2.3 Use of DECAL
When a Decal solution is used a brown rust ring along with a milky white substance can deposit on the surface. Decal is
very harsh, even the fumes can cause staining on stainless steel. Consider placing the Decal container you currently use
inside a plastic base that will help catch drips that might occur.
• Clean and rinse your station after every use of the Decal solution.
7.2.4 Rust and Oxidation Formation
Rust can and will occur on stainless steel if it is not maintained properly. The most common cause of rust is from using a
ferrous material on or near the unit. This is referred to as "transfer rust". Salts from cleaners or disinfectants can extract
ferrous materials and deposit or transfer them to stainless steel. Always rinse all disinfectants before they dry. Decal
solutions and fumes are very aggressive and can deposit rust if not cleaned. Formalin use has not been shown to cause
rust but it does contain salts and therefore can deposit rust.
There are a few ways to remove rust should you develop it.
• Vinegar – Pour White Vinegar on the rust and let it soak for 5 minutes. Scrub with a soft brush (like a
toothbrush) Rinse with water and wipe dry.
• Lemon Juice & Baking Soda – Mix equal parts of each into a paste and spread over the affected area. Let it set
for 30 minutes before washing away with a damp sponge. Repeat as necessary.
• Rust Remover – as a last resort try a chemical cleaner like Magica Rust Remover Magica Rust Remover | Best
Rust Removal Products, and follow the instructions.
7.2.5 Scratch Repair
A surface scratch can be repaired using the following technique. Completely removing the scratch will depend on how
severe it is.
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