Working With Stainless Steel Surfaces - Siemens SIMATIC TP900 Comfort INOX PCT Compact Operating Instructions

Maintenance and repairs

4.3 Working with stainless steel surfaces

We recommend the following cleaning temperatures:
● Slight soiling: 30-50 °C
● Protein-containing soiling: max. 60 °C
The HMI device may be damaged if the pressure is too high or concentrated at a singe point.
Avoid damage caused by excessive pressure when handling the pressure washer.
● Always keep the high-pressure jet in motion and work the surfaces quickly.
● Always aim the high-pressure jet first at the object to be cleaned from a greater distance.
● Do not aim the pressure washer directly at the device or the cleaning jet at a single point.
● Maintain a minimum distance of 30 cm from the device.
4.3 Working with stainless steel surfaces
Cleaning guidelines
Further information on stainless steel surfaces:
● The surface should be properly ventilated.
● Keep the surface clean. Remove cleaners and food residue immediately. Always avoid
the return of food stuff splashes to the production process.
● If mechanical cleaning is necessary, do not use cleaning equipment made of metal.
– Clean with brushes made of plastic or natural bristles or with microfiber pads.
– Use plenty of water to clean the surface.
● Make sure surface is not damaged: Do not damage the device during operation, or by
cleaning or repairing it using hard tools, in particular tools made of corrodible materials.
● Ensure that the surface does not come into contact with parts that can rust.
This includes water pipes, filings, residue from wire brushes or steel wool. These, as well
as rust films have a corrosive effect on parts made of stainless steel.
– Remove any stains or rust immediately.
– Remove new rust spots with a mild abrasive detergent in order to prevent any further
– Rinse thoroughly with clean water after each cleaning.
● Ensure that the cleaning agent is completely removed without any residue.
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Compact Operating Instructions, 05/2018, A5E38804191-AA
Comfort Panels INOX PCT