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8.3
Cleaning Instructions
Figure 8-5 Clean the mix feed tube
Figure 8-6 Clean the head ports
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ELECTRO FREEZE Soft Serve Models SLX400, SLX400E, SLX500
The cleaning instructions explained in this section are procedures to remove bacte-
ria and maintain a clean, sanitary freezer. The soft serve freezer must be disas-
sembled, washed and sanitized according to the instructions in this manual. Always
sanitize before start-up to ensure the best possible cleanliness.
Electric shock hazard. Do not splash water on the control panel orallow
waterto flow onto electrical components inside the machine.
To prevent bacteria growth, remove all o-rings when cleaning. Failure
to do so could create a health hazard.
NOTE: It is your
responsibility to be
aware of the require-
ments for meeting
federal, state, and
local laws concern-
ing the frequency of
cleaning and sanitiz-
ing the freezer.
CAUTION
CAUTION
1. Prepare a three-compartment sink
for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing parts
removed from the freezer, per applicable
health codes. Also, prepare a clean surface
to air-dry all parts.
Important:
Do not use unapproved sanitizer or
laundry bleach. These materials may
contain high concentrations of chlorine
bleach and will chemically attack freezer
components.
NOTE: The sanitizer should be mixed
according to the manufacturer's instructions
to yield 100 parts per million (PPM) available
chlorine solution. (example: Stera Sheen
Green Label). Use warm water (100 to 110°F
or 38 to 43°C) to wash, rinse, and sanitize.
Make sure the sanitizer is mixed thoroughly
and has completely dissolved.
2. Wash all parts removed from the
freezer thoroughly with a warm, mild dish
detergent solution. Clean the following parts
with the appropriate supplied brush:
a. The mix feed tube, regulator main
bore and cross holes (figure 8-5).
b. The head plunger openings,
center plunger ports, breaker bar cavities, o-
ring grooves, dispense nozzle mounting rings
and mix ports (figure 8-6).
c. The shaft seals, washers, plunger
o-ring grooves and nozzles (figure 8-7).
d. The beater shaft inside the front
collar and the hole on the rear flange (figure
8-8).
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