Care Of Stainless Steel - Wells UT Series Operation Manual

CARE OF STAINLESS STEEL

1. Wells dispensers are constructed of high quality 304 stainless steel. As long as the
stainless steel surface is intact, the equipment will not rust or corrode.
2. The surface can be damaged by mechanical abrasion, hard water deposits and
chlorine:
a. NEVER use steel wool, wire brushes or metal scrapers to clean the dispenser.
These will damage the surface of the stainless steel.
b. Hard water deposits left behind when water is evaporated will attack the surface
and allow the stainless steel to rust. Keep the dispenser dry.
c. Chlorides from chlorinated cleansers, calcium / lime / rust removers (e.g.
muriatic acid), even heavily chlorinated city water will attack the surface and
allow the stainless steel to rust.
d. DO NOT use any highly caustic cleaners on dispensers. Use of highly caustic
cleaners will attack the surface and allow the stainless steel to rust.
a. LIMIT USE of strong caustic cleaners on dispensers. Rinse thoroughly with a
vinegar and water solution to neutralize any residue. Failure to do so may cause
damage to the surface and allow the stainless steel to rust.
e. Cleansers containing ammonia will attack the surface and allow the stainless
steel to rust.
3. Use the proper tools in the proper way to clean your Wells dispenser:
a. Soft cloth and plastic scouring pads are safe to use on stainless steel.
b. Stainless steel pads may be used ONLY as a last resort, and; ONLY IF the
scrubbing motion is in the direction of the visible grain. DO NOT use a circular
motion.
4. Use only non-chloride and non-ammonia cleansers:
a. DO NOTuse any cleanser listed as "chlorinated".
b. DO NOT use any cleanser listing "ammonia" or "ammonium" in its contents.
c. Contact your cleaning materials supplier for suitable alkaline cleansers
5. Keep your Wells dispenser clean. Clean frequently to avoid build-up of hard,
stubborn stains and other hard-to-remove deposits.
. Restore the luster and protect the stainless steel by wiping with a cleaner/polish
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formulated for stainless steel.
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