Miele PG 8504 Operating Instructions Manual page 45

Laboratory glassware washer for laboratory glassware and utensils
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Reaction between process chemicals and soiling
Problem
Natural oils and fats can be emulsified with
alkaline process chemicals. This can lead to
a heavy build-up of foam.
Soiling containing high protein levels, such
as blood, can cause a heavy build-up of
foam when processed with alkaline process
chemicals.
Non-precious metals such as aluminum,
magnesium, and zinc can release hydrogen
when processed with very acidic or alkaline
process chemicals (oxyhydrogen reaction).
Chemical processes and technology
Solution
- Select the
- Depending on the application, use de-
foaming agents that do not contain sili-
cone oils.
- For cold water connection, select the
tended
program (with a cold water pre-
cleaning).
- For hot water connection, pre-treat the
wash items where necessary.
- Please observe the process chemical
manufacturer's instructions.
Regular
Extended
or
program.
Ex-
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