Sanitizing Procedure - Following Cleaning Procedure; Maintenance - Hoshizaki KM-251BAH Service Manual

2. Sanitizing Procedure - Following Cleaning Procedure

1) Dilute approximately 0.5 fl. oz. (15 ml or 1 tbs) of a 5.25% sodium hypochlorite solution
(chlorine bleach) with 1 gallon (3.8 l) of warm water. Using a chlorine test strip or other
method, confirm that you have a concentration of about 200 ppm.
2) Soak the removed parts from step 25 above in a clean container containing the
sanitizing solution. After allowing the parts to soak for 10 minutes, wash them with the
solution. Also wash the bin liner, Bracket (L) and Bracket (R) with the solution.
3) Discard the sanitizing solution and rinse the parts thoroughly with water.
4) Replace the removed parts in their correct positions in the reverse order of which they
were removed. Put the float switch wiring tubing in the slot to the right of the water tank
latch before putting the water tank in place.
5) Dilute approximately 0.5 fl. oz. (15 ml or 1 tbs) of a 5.25% sodium hypochlorite solution
(chlorine bleach) with 1 gallon (3.8 l) of warm water. Using a chlorine test strip or other
method, confirm that you have a concentration of about 200 ppm.
6) Pour the sanitizing solution into the water tank, and allow the sanitizer to sit for
10 minutes.
7) Move the control switch to the WASH position.
8) Close the door.
9) After 15 minutes, move the control switch to the OFF position.
10) Open the door.
11) Disconnect the suction hose to drain the water. Reconnect the suction hose back in its
correct position after all of the water has drained.
12) Repeat steps 5 through 11 one time.
13) Repeat steps 12 through 15 in the Cleaning Procedure three times to rinse thoroughly.
14) Flush the storage bin with water.
15) Move the control switch to the ICE position, and start the automatic icemaking process.
16) Close the door.
17) Replace the front panel in its correct position.
B. Maintenance
1. Exterior Panels
To prevent corrosion, wipe the exterior occasionally with a clean and soft cloth. Use a
damp cloth containing a neutral cleaner to wipe off oil or dirt build up.
2. Storage Bin and Scoop
• Wash your hands before removing ice. Use the plastic scoop provided (Accessory).
• The storage bin is for ice use only. Do not store anything else in the bin.
• Keep the scoop clean. Clean it by using a neutral cleaner and rinse thoroughly.
• Clean the bin liner by using a neutral cleaner. Rinse thoroughly after cleaning.
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