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UESI-LF Installation Guide | QID 1.11 | Rev 3 | 9 Mar 2023
Care and Maintenance
Cleaning: The coil at the front of the unit
and the vents on the side must be kept clean
from dust and lint. Regular checks of the
unit should be conducted on a weekly basis
and cleaning carried out as necessary by
dusting with a soft brush and/or vacuuming.
A damp cloth can be used to wipe the
exterior cover down. Excessive build up of
foreign material will result in poor ventilation,
causing the compressor to overheat and
drinking water to increase in temperature.
High pressure hoses and water jets should
never be used to clean chiller units.
Stainless steel products should be kept
clean at all times. The secret to stainless
steel’s ability to maintain a high quality
finish and promises of a long life expectancy
is the invisible chromium-oxide film that
sits on the surface and protects the steel
beneath. To maintain this film it is essential
that the surface remains clean and in
constant contact with oxygen. If this film is
penetrated (either by abrasion or chemically)
and dirt, liquid, grime contaminants embed
themselves in these micro chasms for an
extended period of time, the chromiumoxide
film will not be able to regenerate
and the steel below will eventually
become damaged and discoloured.
What we recommend for general cleaning
and maintenance:
Cleaning Materials:
• A soft cloth
• A soft-bristled brush
• A natural or artificial sponge
Cleaning Solutions:
• Hand washing soap / soft water solution
• Mild soap / soft water solution
• White vinegar / soft water solution
It is recommended that general cleaning
of stainless steel surfaces be carried
out weekly, or as soon as a build up of
surface media has been observed. To
clean, simply wash stainless steel surfaces
with, warm, diluted, mild soapy water
using a cloth or soft bristled brush. Once
all dirt, oil and grime is removed, rinse
thoroughly with clean water and wipe dry.
Do NOT – use a metal brush or steel wool
to clean stainless steel. Ever. These tools
will scratch the surface as well as potentially
leave behind steel fragments that can go
rusty and cause the stainless to discolour.
Using these materials will void the warranty.
Do NOT – use scourers of any kind
that have previously been used on
ordinary steel. Microscopic steel fibers
transferred onto stainless steel can
cause considerable damage to the
surface and will void the warranty.
Do NOT – use abrasive cleaning brushes,
pads or agents on highly polished finishes
Do NOT use harsh cleaners that contain
powerful acidic or alkaline chemicals such
as hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide
that will damage the surface. Any water
coming into contact with stainless steel,
particularly cleaning solutions, should
have zero chloride content as even minute
amounts can cause damage. Using these
cleaners will void any product warranty.
Do NOT – use chlorinated sanitizers,
cleansers or bleach of any kind. Using these
substances will void the warranty. Despite
some cleaners displaying the text, ‘Suitable
for Toilets and Urinals’ this is more likely in
reference to ceramic/vitreous China products
and use of these cleaners can damage
stainless steel and will void the warranty.
Do NOT – use brick cleaning liquids that contain
hydrochloric acid anywhere near stainless. If
cement needs to be removed from stainless
(before it sets), a mixture of hot water and
25% vinegar or 10% phosphoric acid can be
effective. Once cleaned, the surface should
then be neutralised with dilute ammonia or
sodium bicarbonate then rinsed and dried
