Chemicals

Cleaning

Warewashing

Dish Washing

Multiple Tank

Racks

Dishbox

Sinks

Disposals

3 Compartment Sink

Handwashing Sink

Vegetable Sink

Smallwares

Brooms

Brushes

Buckets

Mops

Squeegee

Chemicals

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Principle use

• Removing unsanitary, unsightly deposits of grease, food, rust or lime from surfaces of windows, walls, floors, furniture, fixtures and equipment

Special Characteristics

• Individually formulated liquid chemical which safely and effectively cleans, freshens or polishes surfaces and equipment

Operating Hints

• Chemicals include all purpose cleaners, glass cleaners, disinfectants, deodorizers, degreasers and delimers
• Automatic dispensing systems have present dilution ratios and control product use cost as well as eliminate waste and handling of dangerous concentrations
• Seek advice from suppliers when choosing chemicals
• Train employees in safe use of chemicals
• Use color coded spray bottle applicators clearly labeled with product name and precautionary statements

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Prinicple Use

• Removal of soils from glasses, dishes, eating utensils, pots and pans

Special Characteristics

• Liquids, powders or solids formulated to combine with water and perform chemically to facilitate washing, rinsing and sanitizing of soiled items

Operating Hints

• Water conditions (hardness, minerals, temperature) may affect performance
• Some detergents react with soft metals (aluminum, tin and brass) to cause dulling, pitting, rusting or discoloration
• Some detergents are not compatible with chlorine sanitizers
• Rinse additives control foaming and promote film-free drying
• Accessory products include descaler, destainer, and presoakers with wetting agents and tarnish removers
• Seek the advice of your supplier when making purchasing decisions
• Train staff in the safe use of chemicals
• Keep material safety data sheets handy for reference in case of questions or accidents

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Dishwashing

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Principle use

• Mechanical cleaning and sanitizing of dishware and utensils

Special Characteristics

• Performs tasks more quickly and effectively than hand work
• May be single or multiple tank system
• Requires operators to load and unload items

Operating Hints

• Requires operators to scrape, prewash and rack or load items to be washed
• Requires operators to handle and store clean items
• Multiple tank systems are capable of processing up to 18,000 items per hour
• Large, bulky items such as pots and pans require handwashing in a 3 compartment sink
• Safety gloves are required to handle items as they exit the machine at 180 degrees F
• Always follow the manufacturer's instructions about setup and chemicals required

Cleaning

• Daily cleaning must be thorough to prevent buildup of lime and food deposits which may impair the effectiveness of the machine
• Follow manufacturer's instructions

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Principle Uses

• Holding soiled items in position for efficient mechanical washing and storage of clean dishware

Special Characteristics

• Tough plastic construction
• Stackable
• Specialized styles to hold particular items such as plates, boullion cup, glassware
• Eliminates excessive handling of clean items

Operating Hints

• Using style of holder intended for piece promotes cleanliness and prevents breakage during washing
• Stack racks carefully and no higher than is safe

Cleaning

• Requires no cleaning beyond going through mechanical washer loaded

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Principle Uses

• Temporary storage and transport of soiled dishware

Special Characteristics

• Tough plastic construction
• Stackable

Operating Hints

• Overload may cause cracking or tearing
• Air dry before storing in stacks
• Unsafe for use in food preparation as scratches and nicks may harbor dangerous organisms

Cleaning

• Run through mechanical washers upside down

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Sinks

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Principle use

• Sanitary disposal of food waste

Special Characteristics

• Waste is ground to a pulp and flushed into the sewer line

Operating Hints

• Pressing "on" switch automatically starts flow of water and grinding blades
• Make sure there are no inappropriate items in the material to be ground such as bones, corn cobs, flatware, etc.
• Feed waste slowly. Do not overload the machine
• Allow water to run 5 minutes after finishing task to assure pulp is flushed out to the sewer line
• Do not operate without rubber guard in place to prevent splashing or ejection of waste

Cleaning

• Press "off" switch
• Remove guard
• Wash with hot detergent solution

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Principle use

• Hand washing, rinsing and sanitizing of pots, pans, utensils and miscellaneous items that would be damaged by mechanical washing

Special Characteristics

• Stainless steel receptacle with an outflow pipe fabricated in accordance with food zone design
• Sink with three adjacent compartments

Operating Hints

• Ideally sink bottom would be at operator's thumb tip when arm is at side
• Removable strainers and garbage disposals help prevent problems with outflow
• Overflow tubes minimize accidents

Cleaning

• Use hot, soapy water to wash and hot water to rinse. Dry with soft cloth
• Avoid abrasives

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Principle use

• Sanitary washing and rinsing of hands

Special Characteristics

• Stainless steel receptacle with an outflow pipe fabricated in accordance with food zone design
• Specialized sanitary design faucet handles or foot pedal attachments
• Specialized safety features may include an eyewash attachment

Operating Hints

• Ideally sink bottom would be at operator's thumb tip when arm is at side

Cleaning

• Use hot, soapy water to wash and hot water to rinse. Dry with soft cloth
• Avoid abrasives

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Principle use

• Sanitary washing and rinsing of foods

Special Characteristics

• Stainless steel receptacle with a garbage disposal attached
• Fabricated in accordance with food zone design

Operating Hints

• Ideally sink bottom would be at operator's thumb tip when arm is at side
• Removable strainers and garbage disposals help prevent problems with outflow

Cleaning

• Use hot, soapy water to wash and hot water to rinse. Dry with soft cloth
• Avoid abrasives

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Smallwares

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Principle Use

• Sweeping up dry refuse from floors

Special Characteristics

• Closely spaced, flexible bristles move refuse efficiently for collection in a dustpan. Handle facilitates sweeping under low objects with a minimum of bending and stooping

Operating Hints

• Wet or greasy refuse may stick to bristles and impair their function
• Long, controlled strokes minimize fly away dust and dirt
• Use a putty knife to scrape off adhered material from floor as stepping on bristles to do this may damage them

Cleaning

• Swish through warm, soapy water to remove dirt and grease from synthetic bristles effectively. Natural bristles may be damaged
• Rinsing thoroughly prevents souring
• Hanging to dry/ store prevents distortion of bristles

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Principle Use

• Relatively gentle scraping off of soils adhered to anything from hands to char broilers

Special Characteristics

• Bundles of bristles may be a natural or synthetic fiber or metal material and stiffness varies as per intended task, as do handle and block design

Operating Hints

• Choose the right brush for the job
• Avoid unnecessary stress on bristles

Cleaning

• Wash, rinse and hang to dry

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Principle Use

• Measuring, containing or transporting of cleaning solutions

Special Characteristics

• Reservoir is usually constructed of metal or plastic with a metal bail handle. Some have wheels, wringers for mops and rags or divided compartments for solutions

Operating Hints

• Choose the right bucket for the job
• Use warning signs to prevent slips and falls on wet floors

Cleaning

• Wash, rinse and invert to dry between uses

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Principle Use

• Distribution and collection of cleaning solutions on floors and walls

Special Characteristics

• Absorbent materials attached to a long handle is traditionally bundled with cotton string. Sponges, synthetic material may be used

Operating Hints

• Sweep surface to be mopped and remove any adhered items using a putty knife
• Wet small sections systematically. Apply solution using side to side sweeping motion
• Wring mop thoroughly and pick up solution at 90 degree angle to application before going on to the next section
• Use caution signs to prevent accidents while floors are wet

Cleaning

• Use hot soapy water to clean mop. Rinse and wring it out
• Hanging to dry prevents souring

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Principle Use

• Rapid and efficient drying of flat surfaces such as windows, drainboards and floors

Special Characteristics

• Flexible rubber blade pulls liquids off surfaces as it is drawn over them

Operating Hints

• Choose the right squeegee for the job--usually 14 inches for windows and 24-36 inches for floors
• Use to remove lightly soiled liquids. Heavily soiled liquids will streak
• Dark rubber may mark light floors
• Wipe blade dry after each pass
• Older blades may become stiff and ineffective. They are easily replaced

Cleaning

• Rinse thoroughly and dry blade
• Hanging between uses prevents distortion of the blade

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