Cleaning Schedule (To Be Performed By Store Personnel): Stainless Steel - Structural Concepts GP641RRLB Installation And Operating Manual

CLEANING SCHEDULE - TO BE COMPLETED BY STORE PERSONNEL, CONT'D: STAINLESS STEEL
General Stainless Steel Surface Cleaning (To Be Performed As Often As Needed):
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Certain grades of stainless steel, and some are more prone to corrosion than others.
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Stainless steel can become exposed to a wide variety of contaminants, which if left untreated can cause
stains and rust.
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Stainless steel requires a specific cleaning procedure to maintain its sheen and remain rust-free.
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Wash with a solution of liquid dishwashing detergent and hot water.
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Rinse with pure hot water from spray bottle. Wipe with clean sponge. This will remove soap residue
that can lodge in stainless steel's microscopic grooves, causing rust.
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Dry with clean, soft cloth or paper towel.
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Caution! To prevent rust, you MUST rinse with pure hot water from a spray bottle while wiping with
clean sponge after EACH cleaning.
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Caution! Never clean with scouring powder or steel wool as they can mar, scratch and/or erode the
surface of stainless steel. When the surface properties of stainless steel have been compromised, rust
can form.
Brightening:
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Method 1: Brighten by polishing with a soft cloth or sponge with a solution of one part vinegar to 2 parts
water in a spray bottle.
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Method 2: Sprinkle baking soda on sponge and rub gently with soft cloth or sponge.
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Caution! To prevent rust, you MUST rinse with pure hot water from a spray bottle while wiping with
clean sponge after EACH cleaning.
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Dry with clean, soft cloth or paper towel.
Removing Streaks or Stains:
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Method 1: Place two teaspoons of rubbing alcohol on a microfiber cloth or pad. Rub the cloth along the
grain of the appliance until the entire area has been wiped. The rubbing alcohol will air dry itself.
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Method 2: Dip soft cloth or sponge in club soda and rub gently over area of concern.
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Caution! To prevent rust, you MUST rinse with pure hot water from a spray bottle while wiping with
clean sponge after EACH cleaning.
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Dry with clean, soft cloth or paper towel.
Polishing:
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Place a dab of olive oil onto clean soft cloth. Spread over area until a light sheen is observed. Use
pressure to "work the oil" into the small grooves in the surface. Apply firm, steady pressure using small
circular motions.
> Dry buff: Remove excess oil with clean cloth or paper towel using small circular motions.
> Wet buff: Use an ounce or white vinegar with clean cloth or paper towel using small circular motions.
> Continue wiping until oily finish has been removed.
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Caution! To prevent rust, you MUST rinse with pure hot water from a spray bottle while wiping with
clean sponge after EACH cleaning.
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Dry with clean, soft cloth or paper towel.
Removing Rust:
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If rust has begun to form, there are a variety of products that can treat it.
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Among these are CLR® (calcium, lime and rust remover) and Chemetall Oakite 33 (rust, oxides and
scale remover).
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Caution! To prevent food contamination, personal injury or further corrosion, carefully
observe and follow the rust removing product's precautions and instructions.
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