Removing Lime And Mineral Deposits - Hatco FLAV-R-SAVOR FSHC-5W Series Installation And Operating Manual

Removing Lime and Mineral Deposits

Use the following procedure for periodic cleaning and deliming
of the water reservoir on humidified models.
NOTICE
Use of distilled water in water reservoir of humidified units
is recommended. If non-distilled water is used, reservoir
will require periodic cleaning and deliming. Product failure
caused by liming or sediment buildup is not covered under
warranty.
NOTE: The lime and mineral content of the water used for daily
operation will determine how often the deliming
procedure must be performed.
NOTE: Perform this procedure when the unit will not be used
for a period of time, such as the end of the day.
(Recommended monthly)
1. move the POWER ON/OFF (I/O) switch to the OFF (O)
position. allow the unit to cool.
2. Remove and wash all food pans.
3. Remove the reservoir cover.
4. Fill the water reservoir with a mixture of 75% water and
25% white vinegar. Do not use flavored vinegar.
5. Replace the reservoir cover.
6. Turn on the unit.
7. Set both the air temperature and humidity level to their
highest settings and allow the unit to run for 30 minutes.
8. move the POWER ON/OFF (I/O) switch to the OFF (O)
position, unplug power cord, and allow the unit to cool.
9. Drain the vinegar mixture and rinse reservoir thoroughly.
10. Continue to fill and drain the water reservoir with clean
water until the deliming solution is rinsed through and the
reservoir is clean.
11. after the unit has cooled down, perform the "Daily
Cleaning" procedure in this section.
12. Plug the unit into its power source and fill the reservoir as
usual for daily operation. Refer to the procedure in the
OPERaTION section of this manual.
Form No. FSHC5Wm-0415
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